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Universal acclaim- based on 114 Ratings

  • Summary: The debut full-length release for the R&B singer-songwriter features contributions from Khalid and SG Lewis.
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. Clash Music
    Aug 6, 2020
    90
    A record that feels incredibly refined, ‘JAGUAR’ is an expert piece of R&B engineering, with each individual part interlocking perfectly. It’s a wonderful experience, with Victoria Monét’s stellar artistry balancing the sensuality of sound with a killer lyrical flair that aims straight for the heart.
  2. The Guardian
    Aug 6, 2020
    80
    Jaguar is as sleek and refined as its namesake, the production luscious with live instrumentation and brass. By eschewing pop’s current see-what-sticks approach, Monét can build a luxury brand of her own design. She demonstrates her self-assurance by lacing Jaguar’s poppier moments with striking idiosyncrasies.
  3. The Independent (UK)
    Aug 6, 2020
    80
    From start to finish, Monet’s songs deliver mellow yet funky instrumentation, with a hint of glittery disco on the livelier songs. Often, she adopts what would be described as a traditionally masculine gaze: confident, brash, assertive. Monet knows what she wants and exactly how to get it.
  4. New Musical Express (NME)
    Aug 6, 2020
    80
    This record heralds her as one of the most enticing acts in R&B’s contemporary canon, near-guaranteed to become a bonafide star in her own right.
  5. The Line of Best Fit
    Aug 6, 2020
    80
    JAGUAR is another step forward for a career that’s been toiling and honing. Monét's moment won't be soon before long.
  6. AllMusic
    Aug 25, 2020
    80
    At only 25 minutes with another part in reserve, this effectively leaves listeners wanting more. Even certain tracks -- like a feel-good interlude with backing that resembles mid-'70s Earth, Wind & Fire -- are tantalizing on their own.
  7. Pitchfork
    Aug 7, 2020
    71
    Jaguar is a sleek cocoon of funk-tinged R&B that excavates what it means to be in control.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 47 out of 50
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 50
  3. Negative: 2 out of 50
  1. DavidMaher
    Aug 8, 2020
    10
    Monet has constructed an r&b album that feels simultaneously nostalgic and modern. Silky smooth vocals backed by funky instrumentals thatMonet has constructed an r&b album that feels simultaneously nostalgic and modern. Silky smooth vocals backed by funky instrumentals that build throughout and clever, straight lyrics which don't dance around the point of what she's trying to say have made this one of my favourite albums of 2020 and I do not say that lightly. She is a woman most known for her songwriting credits for some of the biggest artists in the world, most famously, Ariana Grande, but with this project, we see her emerge from the American-Italian superstar's shadow, as she begins to make a real name for herself as a major player in the music industry.… Expand
  2. ABELton
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Honestly perfect, I wish it was longer or had more collaborations❤

    The interludes are so amazing, you just wosh they were full songs❤
  4. cortez0120
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    This is how you make an album! Victoria is clearly a super talented writer and crafted such a cohesive album that flows beautifully. EveryThis is how you make an album! Victoria is clearly a super talented writer and crafted such a cohesive album that flows beautifully. Every single song is GREAT. There are no skips and no dull moments!… Expand
  5. RNBey_
    Oct 22, 2020
    10
    One of the best projects this year and I really hope that the Grammys won't snub her just because she's an independent artist. The maturity ofOne of the best projects this year and I really hope that the Grammys won't snub her just because she's an independent artist. The maturity of the topics that she discussed in this album is so commendable, it is sexy but not tacky, the production is really fits well with the songs, the horns and bed squeaks on Dive , the electric guitar moment on Go There With You, there are a lot of standout moments in this project. Even the interludes, they are really good that you want them to be a whole song.… Expand
  6. grande_bad_idea
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    There is no skippable tracks. It's perfect. I love it so much and I'm obsessed with it.
  7. IMMANEEDSPACEE
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    A marvelous and totally solid album, Jaguar transports you with its R&B touches to a world full of empowerment. I think it's time to stopA marvelous and totally solid album, Jaguar transports you with its R&B touches to a world full of empowerment. I think it's time to stop knowing Victoria as Ariana Grande's best friend and give her her place in music.… Expand
  8. Fajitas14
    Aug 28, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. First time I am listening to this album but I didn’t like the album all the songs are bad… Expand

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