Jordin Sparks - Jordin Sparks
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67 out of 100

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6.7 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 31 Ratings

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  • Summary: The latest "American Idol" winner releases her debut album.

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. Entertainment Weekly
    83
    Despite the misfires, Jordin Sparks is as much effervescent fun as any post-Idol bow.
  2. Billboard
    70
    Jordin Sparks gets a first effort that's all over the map--and works.
  3. Rolling Stone
    70
    The album shrewdly positions her in hip-hop-flavored R&B, which is interesting because it's one style she never touched on the show.
  4. All Music Guide
    60
    On Idol, all this unformed youthfulness was endearing, but on this debut she just seems green, not quite ready for the big leagues she's been pushed into.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 16
  3. Negative: 6 out of 16
  1. BrianN.
    10
    Best of the Idol debut albums, peppered with variety and Jordin's vocals remain flawless through the entire album. For an added treat, seek out the track "Overcome," which was unwisely dropped from the debut.… Collapse
  2. KaleT.
    8
    A solid debut!
  3. MikeS.
    7
    Despite average reviews and some a.i. fans will be disappointed with the modern r & B sound. This album has bad tracks as well, however; it has 3 or 4 great singles that make this album above average in my opinion.… Expand
  4. SpikeV.
    3
    2 decent songs... nothing to write home about! how does this ever get such a high rating??

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