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Generally favorable reviews- based on 313 Ratings
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Positive: 214 out of 313
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Mixed: 16 out of 313
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Nov 3, 2021
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Mar 22, 2021My December is clearly the least beautiful Kelly Clarkson's album but she's my all-time fav singer so I obviously still love it but compared to the others, that are more than amazing, it's undeniably the most boring one. I do love a lot of songs from this album tho: Sober, Yeah, Maybe, Irvine and Chivas are very good and well-written.
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Jul 27, 2020This review contains spoilers, click expand to view.
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Jun 24, 2018This is her darkest album to date. Very risque and artistic. She went against her label and although it didn't pay off with the public response, it is a great album and adds to her pop-rock status.
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Sep 22, 2017The fact that Kelly Clarkson deemed this as an experimental record proves that she is really a pop-punk poseur, just like her fellow contemporary Avril Lavigne. Kelly really fought Clive Davis over this?
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Sep 15, 2017
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Sep 9, 2017A generic pop star trying to be a rock god? Still laughable after all these years.
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Feb 4, 2015This review contains spoilers, click expand to view.
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Nov 4, 2011
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AustinCJun 8, 2009
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DeannaDMay 15, 2009
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DiegoMar 12, 2009This CD will become appreciated within time. The haunting and intimate feeling of Irvine, the incredible composition of Sober, and the funky anthem How I Feel are all reasons that this is the best of Kelly's 4 albums even if it did not sell millions of records and make RCA as rich as they'd like to be. Platinum is not a failure.
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AmeliawFeb 10, 2009Wonderful album! Since when is an album a joke because it has meaningful lyrics? You go Kelly! We love you!
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MikeMJan 14, 2009Clarkson uses her real life expieriences, and writes some of the best lyrics ever. In addition to killer lyrics, her voice is haunting [in a good way] and powerful. Rock on Kelly!
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AnnieDec 1, 2008I didn't like this album at first, but gradually, i found myself addicted to it, can't stop listening to it. All songs are great.
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KenyZAug 8, 2008This album is not amazing... it is amaz-zing.
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VictorH.Jan 24, 2008
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MelissaB.Sep 22, 2007Clive Davis was wrong and so are all of the other critics who give this CD a low rating. This music has substance!! It is awesome. The lyrics very unique and different. Can I have a Kiss is my personal favorite. "Don't move, I want to remember you just like this" What words! Also love Judas! Great great great music. Go Kelly, keep writing and doing what you do.
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CO.Sep 22, 2007I didn't bother to buy it after hearing clips off the internet. I was so looking forward to another Kelly Album. I wonder if she will get another chance to make a CD. Kelly, lay off the happy cookies.
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ZonieZenSep 20, 2007Fine album. although breakaway was much much better.
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SelinaL.Sep 19, 2007
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RobertF.Sep 13, 2007
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A.TSep 2, 2007
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JoeyMAug 30, 2007I am a huge fan of Kelly's previous work...but I'msorry...she took such a big risk by releasing this album....now she must pay the price its such a vengeful album...though i loved 'yeah' and 'one minute' there the only decent uplifting songs...the rest is a complete misery fest I'm sorry but what a complete letdown 2 breakaway.
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HarryU.Aug 20, 2007
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SabrinaGAug 13, 2007I love this album!
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LisagAug 12, 2007
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JanH.Aug 8, 2007I really don't get what there is not to like about this album. It is real and authentic. Kelly proves she she is a real artist. vocally, this is by far kelly's best album.
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AngieB.Aug 3, 2007I thoroughly enjoyed this CD and all of the songs on it. The first time I listened through it I wasn't impressed... but the more that I listen to it, the more real it is! She is showing her true heart and the lyrics in many of the songs have touched me to the core (especially Don't Waste Your Time and Maybe!). Love it, Kelly!
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ToriAug 1, 2007I did like "Breakaway" but I still can't recognize her voice when I hear it. This CD is self-indulgent. I guess she figures she deserves it. Whatever.
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JessicaMJul 28, 2007
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BigAlJul 25, 2007
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FrankMJul 25, 2007
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WMLJul 23, 2007Songs full of emotion written by the Artist herself is a selling point all on its own.
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DaveDJul 18, 2007
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J.PJJul 16, 2007
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CathalW.Jul 14, 2007Excellent change in direction. Sober is AMAZING.
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MARCELAA.Jul 11, 2007I like her last cd´s, but My december rocks, i love it, her music is so real, and she has find her sound, her voice is amazing and now she is a complete artist, singer/songwriter, she has chosen her way and God has guides her, kelly is on the top of the world and her music with her. God blesses her.
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MMCJul 11, 2007This is a great CD. Very relatable to anyone who has had past realationships that were ambiguous and at a crossroads. Took a few listens be cause I was trying to hear Breakaway. Much growth. Who needs catchy hooks in every song. Tell me a story I can relate to and jam on with meaning. That's what Kelly has done. "Maybe" is a very well written. I think probably the best track.
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qeemyphantomJul 11, 2007Best album ever from Kelly Clarkson.Breakaway is the best too but i think this album shows that Kelly is really versatile and have a variety in music.
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R.L.PowellJul 10, 2007
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ashleysJul 10, 2007
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JBB.Jul 10, 2007Kelly Clarkson is back, and better then ever. If you don't like Kelly Clarkson then you haven't listened with your sole. She is a personal as can get, and she will be here for a long long time! Kelly Clarkson RULES!
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MattD.Jul 10, 2007Kelly was right, and Clive was wrong! This album has rock hooks, majestic ballads that give her voice room to emote, and even some fun in "How I Feel" and the power poppy "Can I Have a Kiss." The only song I didn't like was "Yeah."
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EricaJul 9, 2007
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tammyp.Jul 9, 2007Kelly has a great voice, she needs to stay more comtemporary and leave the writing of lyrics to someone else.
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LaurenceH.Jul 6, 2007
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MarkVJul 6, 2007
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BrianC.Jul 5, 2007
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ChrisHJul 5, 2007Artists should grow, not decline. This is terrible; there is no growth, only deteriation. Save yourself the money and avoid it. Save yourself the time and do not download it. And save your ears and change the channel if it ever starts playing.
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migueldJul 4, 2007I really like this album.
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anonimousehatesyouJul 4, 2007At its best, this is a fairly neat little mash-up of Amy Lee and Alanis Morrisette. At its worst, it's almost unlistenable. Good for Clarkson to stand her ground and put out the kind of music she wanted to, but other than "Can I Have A Kiss" and "How I Feel" there's nothing that stands up to more than a few listens.
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MilesD.Jul 4, 2007
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jakeKJul 2, 2007My december is a strong overall album. Kelly's stunning vocals shine through all 14 tracks.
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GraceCJul 2, 2007Terrible album. Such a let down from her last two. None of the songs have melodys or hooks. She sings mostly on one note, or back and forth between two notes, before jumping into medicore choruses. This is what happens when a good vocalist thinks she is capable of writing a pop hit, when its very apparent two tracks into the CD that people like Max Martin are the only reason she puts out hits.
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mikec.Jul 2, 2007This album is awesome.. its like every song tells a story.. great emotions!
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ShullyA.Jul 1, 2007Uneven and unfinished. Too long.
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MaryJul 1, 2007This album has a couple of good songs, but Never Again is not one of them. I think Kelly proved her point. Let's move on.
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toddr.Jul 1, 2007She is at the top of HER game. This is who she really is. This is the first time people hear her.......breakaway had "hear me" and "addicted" they were the best songs on the album.....buy it listen to it and try to realize this is for the people that don't live in the mainstream.
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mikeb.Jul 1, 2007This Cd is for the people who know what pain feels like it comforts me to know that someone has been there.
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noahS.Jul 1, 2007She made a CD that is about love and the hurt and pursuit. She is 25 and so am I , I understand what it is like to have my heart broken everytime. This is a stepping stone to the next album. I love My december and think you just need to stop expecting a pop princess and listen to "maybe" or "yeah"........you have to listen to it to hear the story.
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BetsyD.Jul 1, 2007Why did Kelly do this CD??? It's not good, at all. I'm very disappointed because I've been a huge Kelly fan but I'll pass on this CD. Sorry......
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LisaJul 1, 2007it sucked. i was very disappointed.
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MarieWJul 1, 2007This is not entertaining at all. Singing about yourself and what you want is great, but listeners want things that appeal to them as well. She is not producing a CD for herself so she should remember that. Seems the negative comments are definitely not being posted here.
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PatrickY.Jul 1, 2007The BEST ALBUM EVER~!!!!!! Her voice is as angelic as her beautiful body
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GingerJ.Jul 1, 2007I liked a few songs on this CD but for the most part bleh.
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ElizabethTJul 1, 2007This album is less poppy, and it harder to find classic "Kelly Clarkson singles" like in breakaway. Kelly's amazing vocals and lyrics that sound like they're coming from the heart, make this her best record yet.
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AdamHJul 1, 2007Sorry, but it's just an awful CD. I wouldn't buy it.
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joanem.Jul 1, 2007Don't like it.
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ClarkClarkJun 30, 2007What was she thinking? This is not the Kelly I have loved since AI. Terrible!!
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AmyKJun 30, 2007
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nickc.Jun 30, 2007Awful. Just awful. God I hate this woman. And to rip off a song title from Linkin Park of all people? Hahahaha! This record, like all adult-alternative--is good for a laugh, and that's about it.
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CarolynM.Jun 30, 2007Sounds like a 7th graders diary to me. Kelly really needs to figure out who she is. Pop one minute, wannabe Rocker Chick the next, and now thinking of Country? What's next?
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JoshKJun 30, 2007The only songs on the album worth listening to are Be Still and Irvine. The rest is crap. I wish she would realize that she is not the writer that she thinks she is and get some help next time. She has the chops, but come on, this is embarassing.
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heywoodyablowmeJun 29, 2007Good album
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JanJun 29, 2007I tried to listen to it but they all sounded alike. I just wish she wouldn't scream. I miss the happy Kelly.
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MatthewT.Jun 29, 2007A wonderful album that speaks of troubles of life. I think this album exceeds any expectations I had on it. It showed Kelly Clarkson's talent as a songwriter and though it doesn't have its infectious pop tunes like Breakaway, artistically, it soars. Great Job Kelly
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RickSJun 29, 2007Easily the best candidate for the worst cd of the year. There's nothing fun or interesting in listening to this cd. Sad juvenile, repetitive lyrics and songs with no real melodies or hook just bring the listener down. I couldn't wait till the end of the cd and I'll never listen to it again. It went in my circular file.
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KrissyRJun 29, 2007Love It.Love Kelly
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ChantelJ.Jun 29, 2007I loved Kelly's last CD but this one is just awful. It's jdown right depressing. I've listened to it a couple of times and I don't think I'll be listening anymore. I sure don't like this new direction she has taken. Please bring back the "real" Kelly.
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DonnaG.Jun 29, 2007So it's not a pop bubble gum, hooky, anthemy album. It's shows Kelly's range and willingness to take risks. We know that it's coming from a personal place not from a label's song list.
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aggiep.Jun 29, 2007Best of her 3 albums so far.
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TomB.Jun 29, 2007I always thought.."What if Kelly Clarkson jumped off the pure pop train and did her own thing...?" Here's the answer...yes, yes some A.I. pop fans may be disappointed but the truth is "My December" is light-years beyond her previous albums on originality and artistry. Awesome disc!
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MatheusC.Jun 29, 2007Kelly put her emotions in the album. And the album has perfect song, it's so good to hear it.
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DonWJun 29, 2007Pretty bad with lots of shouting. Dark and gloomy. Just too revengeful and spiteful, yet also childish and immature. Basically a mess.
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BryanC.Jun 29, 2007
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suezyWJun 29, 2007Sorry but I don't like the CD at all. The songs have no real melodies,hooks and the lyrics are just all over the place. I won't be buying it.
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LindajJun 29, 2007Bought this album yesterday. Not impressed. There seems to be something missing. I expected more from Kelly.
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BonnieR.Jun 29, 2007Hard to believe that someone who got everything she dreamed of could be so miserable. Listening to this dreck could ruin anyones day.
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Beckyl.Jun 29, 2007Breakaway was enjoyable and fun!! But MD is full of tepid lyrics and over the top screaming! This album is full of unforgiveness and revenge.. my 14 and 12 yr old daughters say..let go of the grudge already Kelly..
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alfredomJun 29, 2007Her worst album. She has a fantastic voice, but the songs sucked!!!!!!!!!!!
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LindaC.Jun 29, 2007I thought that the lyrics were juvenile at best and the songs sounded more like a childs version of Jagged Little Pill, with Never Again trying to be like U Oughta Know - except it isn't near as good. Too bad, cause I liked Kelly, but now she just seems like a bitter person who can't get over a breakup.
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KarmaBitessJun 29, 2007What a downer.... after all the great things that have happened to this chick in the last couple of years, all she can think about is "poor me"? Go to Uganda, Kelly, & find out what true misery is. This CD is a self-absorbed mess!
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MichaelP.Jun 29, 2007v good, but not as good as breakaway.
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DChJun 29, 2007at last something fresh and true in this artificial poppy world!
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MichaelAJun 29, 2007
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SeymourB.Jun 29, 2007Wow. What happened to you, Kel? You should have listened to Clive. He's going to be even more pissed that he has to send payola checks when he hates the album so much. He will punish you even more than he already has. That's what you get for calling him "dude." Jeez, Kelly, get your head out of your fat keister.
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Kat.Jun 29, 2007'irvine' is stunning
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Awards & Rankings
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She writes in bland generalities... and uses her opulent voice as a battering ram.
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Kelly Clarkson's darker, more personal, riskier third CD.
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There are no hooks, nothing to suck in the many adults that liked Clarkson's first two records.