Move Like This
by The Cars
Metascore
68

Generally favorable reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
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  1. Entertainment Weekly
    May 6, 2011
    83
    The reunited new-wave icons don't really enchance their legend much on their first album in 24 years -- nor do they disgrace it with such clipped, hook-heavy tunes as "Blue Tip" and the driving "Keep On Knocking." [13 May 2011, p. 63]
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  2. AllMusic
    May 16, 2011
    80
    The remarkable thing is, for as proudly new wave as Move Like This is, it doesn't feel desperate or cautious: it's as bright, infectious, and tuneful as the Cars at their prime.
  3. Uncut
    May 13, 2011
    80
    They have come remarkably close to achieving the contoured crispness and in-your-face immediacy of their greatest achievement. [Jun 2011, p.79]
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  5. The A.V. Club
    May 10, 2011
    75
    Considering how many other bands have tried to make modern versions of classic Cars songs, it's nice to see the original article doing it better than most.
  6. Consequence
    May 12, 2011
    70
    Move Like This is indistinguishably a Cars album. Not since their breakup in '88 has anyone sounded remotely close.
  7. Rolling Stone
    May 6, 2011
    70
    Long after we thought we'd heard the last from them, the Cars have made their darkest, most romantic album. It pulls you along.
  8. Chicago Tribune
    May 9, 2011
    63
    Outside of that immaculate first album, the Cars always made better singles anyway, and that's still true here.

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8.2

Universal acclaim- based on 11 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
  1. thaumaturge
    Jun 5, 2011
    10
    The latest from The cars fails to disappoint, it's terrific!

    So many of the so-called professional reviewers giving this album less than an    The latest from The cars fails to disappoint, it's terrific!

    So many of the so-called professional reviewers giving this album less than an 8 were not even born when this band was in their prime that the age bias is obvious. It's notable that none of the art in the packaging shows current photos of the band as an obvious attempt to avoid new fans knowing that these guys could be their grandparents. Does it matter? Of course not.

    As far as the music goes, it is clearly a testament to the staying power of the new wave pop The Cars pioneered back in the late 70's and early 80's. Not unlike any other style of music like Rap or Country, if you don't care for this style, you won't like the music.

    As a fan who first loved The Cars back when they debuted, I can say that this album is more than just a nostalgia trip and is worth a listen. The beats and melodies are tight, the lyrics just as obtuse and simplistic as ever - that's a good thing. Just don't look for any mindless, insulting odes to ho's and bottles of the latest flavored spirit here.

    I won't give you a song by song rundown, just listen to the record.    … Full Review »
  2. JackFlash16
    May 15, 2011
    9
    I was very impressed with this album. I've always been a casual Cars fan and picked up this album hoping for a couple good tunes. I came awayI was very impressed with this album. I've always been a casual Cars fan and picked up this album hoping for a couple good tunes. I came away enjoying the whole album experience very much though. This album is classic Cars and a fun listen the whole way through. The album kicks off with the great "Blue Tip" and then calms down for the excellent "Too Late". "Keep on Knocking" is a great rock and roll track with a very catchy chorus. "Sad Song" could easily fit on Candy-O and is probably the best song on the album. "Take Another Look" and "It's Only" flesh out the album strong before the underwhelming and probably weakest song on the album "Hits Me" finishes it up. Overall a great record for Cars fans and rock music fans alike.… Full Review »
  3. vikerii
    May 11, 2011
    7
    Very relieved to say this album doesn't rely on 'name' or past successes. The songs on here are quite good and the album holds up on it's own.Very relieved to say this album doesn't rely on 'name' or past successes. The songs on here are quite good and the album holds up on it's own. Nice job fellas and welcome back! Having said that, the one thing I'm a bit disappointed is I was expecting to consider this the 'album without Ben'. Instead it's the 'album without Elliot'. Very sad about that, as he was always my favorite ingredient in the Cars songs. He has solos on Keep on Knocking and one 'cough and you'll miss it' solo on Hits Me. That's it. Not nearly enough for a talented player of his calibur. But, still this is a great record. And unlike some other long awaited releases I've purchased, this is one I'll actually be listening to a lot.… Full Review »
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