One Of The Boys
by Katy Perry
  • Record Label: Capitol
  • Release Date: Jun 17, 2008
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7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1099 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 803 out of 1099
  2. Mixed: 115 out of 1099
  3. Negative: 181 out of 1099

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  1. AimeeC.
    Jul 9, 2008
    10
    OMG. I don't know why people hate. This is a great album to listen to while you're on a long roadtrip with your girlfriends! Katy Perry's lyrics are funny, witty, and easy to sing to. I recommend this to anyone who has a sense of humor and likes to have fun.
  2. EmmaO
    Apr 20, 2009
    10
    the reason people hate katy perry is because she has controversial lyrics, but actually she is very talented and a good singer/songwriter. anyways this album is great and not one song is a throwaway.
  3. MattD.
    Jul 1, 2008
    9
    The negative reviews make no sense, and it seems like they were pre-disposed to bash the album. For instance, no where does Katy sound remotely like Regina Spektor! It's a fun, refreshing album that offers unique viewpoints and very good hooks. Her voice is also very distinctive.
  4. benh
    Sep 4, 2008
    9
    A strong collection of witty and creative tunes. One of the strongest albums that 2008 has to offer.
  5. JoshuaM.
    Oct 5, 2009
    8
    It's a good album with some good singles on it. Come one. All you guys can't say that "Hot N Cold" went through your heads at least once! My favorite song is "Fingerprints".
  6. JB.
    Aug 15, 2008
    9
    I LOVE this album. The bottom line w/an album should be, "Do I enjoy it and can I listen to it over and over?" This album is catchy, easy to listen to repeatedly and fills both requisites above completely. Can't understand the low marks.
  7. MarkF
    Jan 1, 2009
    8
    As with most albums I like, there are some songs I think are utterly awful on this album. On the other hand, Katy's voice grows on you. The first time I heard Hot N Cold, I hated it because her voice sounded creepy. I grew to like her voice and songs because, unlike most people in the industry (looking at you Brit, as much as I like you), she can write and has a unique voice.
  8. PauloC
    Jan 23, 2009
    10
    Nice songs and beats! There's a lot of potential hits.
  9. MarieO
    May 23, 2009
    10
    My favorite album of 2008 and still waiting for another one that will match the quality and number of great songs that are on "One of the boys". I can't understand the hate against Katy Perry who is a deserving artist... from a christian family, to church singer, waitress in LA, almost broke, to finally making it to the top because of her great music and songs. She's my hero! My favorite album of 2008 and still waiting for another one that will match the quality and number of great songs that are on "One of the boys". I can't understand the hate against Katy Perry who is a deserving artist... from a christian family, to church singer, waitress in LA, almost broke, to finally making it to the top because of her great music and songs. She's my hero! Her story is very touching.… Expand
  10. ChueW
    Jun 27, 2009
    10
    I thought it was great, even though I'm not really into this kinda music. I think some songs aren't that good but its a good album.
  11. FraserM
    Nov 29, 2008
    9
    katy has produced a awesome album which exudes creativity and freshness. Her vocals are so amazing and enticing possessing an ecelectic range and new sound. This is a great debut album and she is already reaping the awards for it. Looks like she'll be arfound for a while...look out for her, BIG i tell ya!
  12. RichardH
    Feb 22, 2009
    10
    Very catchy album, I don't understand the negative reviews. I love it!
  13. StephaneC
    May 23, 2009
    10
    Excellent album... from a talented young lady. The first time I buy something for ages. It goes from rock to pop to ballads with her raw and strong voice, which is full of energy. Don't miss this fun and entertaining album and artist.
  14. ally
    Dec 25, 2008
    9
    I really liked this album, and it's fun to listen to. Just goes to show that music is subjective.
  15. Albyln95
    Aug 22, 2010
    7
    I expected something better from katy cuz i really liked her singles but the new songs are too slow and a bit boring,too. In a week her new album will be released ... let's hope 4 something more lively!!!
  16. OfficialCarlo
    Nov 27, 2010
    8
    I love the album's concept, the classic rock feel. I love how Katy Perry solely writes her song like "Thinking of You", "One of the Boys" and "Mannequin." I also love her singles which are danceable and fun. But some songs are same sounding and kinda boring. But at least, I see the artistic value in the album.
  17. RogerSmith97
    Feb 28, 2011
    8
    Katy Perry Is One Of The Best Artists For Young Adults Because Of Her Style Of Singing.. This Album Features 11 Of Her Best Songs, Including Waking Up In Vegas, Hot N Cold, One Of The Boys, And Others...
    This Album Show's Her Creative Side Of Singing, And Experience In The Music World...
    This CD Would Be Great For A Katy Perry Fan!
  18. Mihai77
    Jul 23, 2011
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of The Boys is not a ordinary album.Is original,stronger and fun.One Of The Boys it's the perfect started.I Kissed a Girl it's the best song of the album.Waking Up In Vegas is good but not enough.Thinking Of U is the best ever ballad i hear.Mannequin it;s stronger and contagious.Ur So Gay is A Guilty Pleasure.You don't stop to listen the song cuz u sing:Ur so gay but you don't like the boys.Hot N Cold it's cool and fresh but not so original.A mix between I Kissed A Girl and Ur So Gay.If U Can Afford Me:One of the best song.Lost a perfect ballad but not good position in the track list.Self Inflicted:It's a normal song i can't remember nothing about the lyrics or instrumental after ten listen.I'm Still Breathing A Perfect Ballad.Fingerprints:Fun and contagious.Conclusion:Super Cd… Expand
  19. dustin4528354
    Jul 22, 2011
    10
    From "One Of The Boys" to "Fingerprint" to the bonus tracks like "I Think I'm Ready", "Cup Of Coffee", "Electric Feel", and "Black & Gold" every track on this album is flawless. I really like the billboard review. At that time it had been a minute since an album was full of so many potential hits. I honestly had to pick my jaw off the ground when i saw the low 6.0 user rating on here!
  20. Kaleido
    Oct 13, 2011
    10
    Simply amazing. This is the real Katy Perry! Well she still can't sing that well, and she's quite terrible live - but this album represents her. Not purely commercial Teenage Dream.
  21. Juliakay337
    May 25, 2012
    7
    I've decided to lower my rating a bit for this album. I still think it's enjoyable and fun, and it's refreshing to listen to pop music that isn't the same kind of electronic dance pop that is so common now.
  22. RIProo
    Mar 25, 2012
    7
    Good album! Funny and simply! Love the way she sings with a guitar........... I prefer "Teenage Dream" but this is good, too. ( sorry for my English )
  23. BlacKat1025
    Mar 27, 2012
    10
    Still my favorite Katy Perry album. It more personal than Teenage Dream, and has an rock edge to it. I'm still breathing remains my favorite song of all time. I hope to seem more material like this in her upcoming album.
  24. GagaForGhibli
    May 28, 2012
    8
    A Great Debut Album!
    I Think Katy's Real Self Didnt Seem To Shine In This Album Sadly Though... Still A Breathtaking Album..
    I Dont Like That Some Song's Were Seen As "Rock"
    Still Amazing!
    Giving This Album Above A 8 Would Be Too Nice!
  25. Oween
    Mar 31, 2013
    8
    Great album really shows Katys lyricall and vocal talent. From One Of The Boys to Fingerprints the album is very catchy and enjoyable. Listen to it with an open mind and you'll love it. The genre is more rock/pop than anything. The lead single was a great choice to attract and audience so with the other singles. The albm highlights are definatly If You Can Afford Me, Hot n' Cold andGreat album really shows Katys lyricall and vocal talent. From One Of The Boys to Fingerprints the album is very catchy and enjoyable. Listen to it with an open mind and you'll love it. The genre is more rock/pop than anything. The lead single was a great choice to attract and audience so with the other singles. The albm highlights are definatly If You Can Afford Me, Hot n' Cold and Thinking Of You. I really love Mannequin, Lost, I Kissed A Girl, Lost and Fingerprints to. Overall a enjoyable, amazing album and i give it a 9/10 and i would advise you to buy it now! but if you haven't heard some songs from it yet, listen to it first its really not for everyone, Enjoy!… Expand
  26. LanaDelRey
    Mar 24, 2013
    10
    One Of The Best Debut's In Along Time!
  27. sil3nt_nick
    Mar 24, 2013
    7
    Katy Perry did fairly well on her debut album as a pop artist. Tracks "I Kissed A Girl" and "Waking Up In Vegas" are home runs.
  28. BWETMatangi
    Aug 26, 2013
    7
    It's good. Not the best album of 2008, but it's definitely close. The only bad thing on the album is some of the songs would be better for other singers.
  29. mmirliani16
    Aug 26, 2013
    8
    An unfortunately underrated pop album, Perry's One of the Boys features some of the freshest, best-written pop/rock songs of the late 2000s. Borrowing from P!nk, Avril Lavigne, and even The Beach Boys, Katy's mainstream debut is a All-American, All-Californian, even at times retro-sounding record that features powerful vocals from Perry and appealing, suburban high-school, girl-next-door,An unfortunately underrated pop album, Perry's One of the Boys features some of the freshest, best-written pop/rock songs of the late 2000s. Borrowing from P!nk, Avril Lavigne, and even The Beach Boys, Katy's mainstream debut is a All-American, All-Californian, even at times retro-sounding record that features powerful vocals from Perry and appealing, suburban high-school, girl-next-door, tom-boy anthems that are both catchy and exceptionally written. Highlights include "One of the Boys," "Waking Up in Vegas," "Thinking of You," "Mannequin," "If You Can Afford Me," and "Fingerprints."… Expand
  30. halcyon7
    Aug 26, 2014
    8
    Great pop-rock debut album. Favorite songs: Lost, Im Still Breathing, If You Can Afford Me
  31. BrazilianCritic
    Oct 17, 2013
    8
    This is the worst album of Katy, but does not make it bad, not nearly. We have songs really tiring, but I Kissed A Girl, Hot N Cold, Thinking Of You and Waking Up In Vegas are classic and even in his first album, the best pop hitmaker managed to stick her name in the history of music.
  32. Teodoro
    Jun 20, 2014
    8
    Um ótimo album,pop o suficiente,criativo e divertido e sarcástico.
    Ainda é e pelo jeito sempre será o melhor trabalho da Katy "nada princesa ou rainha" Perry.
  33. lgardient
    Dec 5, 2014
    10
    I'm sure if critics heard this album in 2014 rather than 2008, it would be praised a lot more. The LGBT aspect of "kissing girls" turned off most critics back then. However, now that we have progressed this album would be considered outstanding. In 2008 the album was subject to bias, which was completely unfair because this is a FLAWLESS album. Perfect mixture of catchy pop tunes, andI'm sure if critics heard this album in 2014 rather than 2008, it would be praised a lot more. The LGBT aspect of "kissing girls" turned off most critics back then. However, now that we have progressed this album would be considered outstanding. In 2008 the album was subject to bias, which was completely unfair because this is a FLAWLESS album. Perfect mixture of catchy pop tunes, and powerful ballads that speak to your soul.… Expand
  34. GuilhermeMeirel
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    One of The Boys is not a ordinary album.Is original,stronger and fun.One Of The Boys it's the perfect started.I Kissed a Girl it's the best song of the album.Waking Up In Vegas is good but not enough.Thinking Of U is the best ever ballad i hear.Mannequin it;s stronger and contagious.Ur So Gay is A Guilty Pleasure.You don't stop to listen the song cuz u sing:Ur so gay but you don't like theOne of The Boys is not a ordinary album.Is original,stronger and fun.One Of The Boys it's the perfect started.I Kissed a Girl it's the best song of the album.Waking Up In Vegas is good but not enough.Thinking Of U is the best ever ballad i hear.Mannequin it;s stronger and contagious.Ur So Gay is A Guilty Pleasure.You don't stop to listen the song cuz u sing:Ur so gay but you don't like the boys.Hot N Cold it's cool and fresh but not so original.A mix between I Kissed A Girl and Ur So Gay.If U Can Afford Me:One of the best song.Lost a perfect ballad but not good position in the track list.Self Inflicted:It's a normal song i can't remember nothing about the lyrics or instrumental after ten listen.I'm Still Breathing A Perfect… Expand
  35. LuizFelipe
    Feb 28, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. so the album in general was average , but the fact that Hot N 'Cold him, made ​​the album had a quality boost, katy is an amazing artist and I love it… Expand
  36. BabyJane
    Mar 18, 2015
    7
    Track by track review:
    1. One of the Boys 10/10
    2. I Kissed a Girl 10/10 3. Waking Up in Vegas 9.5/10 4. Thinking of You 2/10 5. Mannequin 9/10 6. Ur So Gay 2/10 7. Hot n Cold 10/10 8. If You Can Afford Me 10/10 9. Lost 5.5/10 10. Self Inflicted 8/10 11. I'm Still Breathing 5/10 12. Fingerprints 10/10 Highlights: If You Can Afford Me, Fingerprints, One of the Boys, Hot n    Track by track review:
    1. One of the Boys 10/10
    2. I Kissed a Girl 10/10
    3. Waking Up in Vegas 9.5/10
    4. Thinking of You 2/10
    5. Mannequin 9/10
    6. Ur So Gay 2/10
    7. Hot n Cold 10/10
    8. If You Can Afford Me 10/10
    9. Lost 5.5/10
    10. Self Inflicted 8/10
    11. I'm Still Breathing 5/10
    12. Fingerprints 10/10

    Highlights: If You Can Afford Me, Fingerprints, One of the Boys, Hot n Cold, I Kissed a Girl.
    Potential singles: One of the Boys, I Kissed a Girl, If You Can Afford Me, Hot n Cold    … Expand
  37. BrunoSouzino
    Mar 21, 2015
    9
    Ótimo álbum, que nos anima de uma forma sensacional e nos deixa relaxados e calmos logo em seguida. Exemplos são Hot n Cold e Black and Gold, respectivamente.
  38. ETeefey
    May 3, 2015
    10
    De fato, o melhor álbum de Katy Perry até o momento. É um bom álbum e "prazeroso" de se ouvir, principalmente músicas como: Thinking Of You, Lost, I Kissed A Girl, Ur So Gay e One Of The Boys.
  39. GabycatStark13
    Jun 19, 2017
    7
    Pop-Rock con buenas líricas, si bien algo bajo en la cuestión vocal.
    Letras divertidas, que te cuentan una historia pero a la vez tienen un ritmo pegajoso para que la canción se te quede pegada un buen rato.
    Un muy buen comienzo que le da a Perry la fama suficiente para realmente despegar con su siguiente álbum, aunque abandonando por completo este primer y buen sonido.
  40. thecriticboy
    Jul 25, 2015
    9
    Their debut album is quite good and even better than his other works. At this stage, the singer was not focused on Charts or in the success, I just wanted to present to the public as good as it can become. With singles which came to be hits of the decade of the 2000 as "Hot N' Cold" and others are not so many as "Thinking of You," Perry presents us with a good range of rock music pop withTheir debut album is quite good and even better than his other works. At this stage, the singer was not focused on Charts or in the success, I just wanted to present to the public as good as it can become. With singles which came to be hits of the decade of the 2000 as "Hot N' Cold" and others are not so many as "Thinking of You," Perry presents us with a good range of rock music pop with a brushstroke of commercial music and repetitive.… Expand
  41. dariopetitjean
    Aug 29, 2015
    10
    This is a good album coming form the 2006-2008 Katy Perry. The rock influences are notable. Also has a wide range of songs. Rock and cathcy ones like "One of the Boys" and "I Kissed a Girl", meaningful songs like "I'm Still Breathing" and "Lost" and country-influenced ones like "Thinking of You" or "Mannequin". This album shows the Katy of that time. I don't really understand the badThis is a good album coming form the 2006-2008 Katy Perry. The rock influences are notable. Also has a wide range of songs. Rock and cathcy ones like "One of the Boys" and "I Kissed a Girl", meaningful songs like "I'm Still Breathing" and "Lost" and country-influenced ones like "Thinking of You" or "Mannequin". This album shows the Katy of that time. I don't really understand the bad critics. Her voice is unique, thats why Glen Ballard tell her that she was gonna triumph. Also her carisma. This album is good… Expand
  42. GustavoRibeiro
    Oct 16, 2015
    7
    Melhores músicas: One Of The Boys, I Kissed a Girl, Hot N Cold, If You Can Afford Me
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  43. Blinkanddead
    Oct 30, 2015
    10
    BEST ALBUM EVER. It was 7 years but im still hearing the songs in radio. Different by good way and I don't know why people hate. Recommend for everyone who like have fun.
  44. themickeymose
    Dec 15, 2015
    10
    Fresh and iconic. Creative, Controversial and crazy lyrics. Her debut album is a proof that she is a brave and fierce woman. She likes to have fun and break some of the rules and thats why I love her. Lost is one of my favorite songs from this album. She can sing, no doubt. I just love her.
  45. CharlieBetterIs
    Jan 11, 2016
    10
    Não sei o que a crítica tem contra esse álbum maravilhoso. O primeiro trabalho da Katy também é o melhor. Músicas maravilhosas, com instrumental bem feita e letras divertidas, emocionantes e bem escritas, nos são apresentado a esse disco grandioso, que mostrou Katy Perry ao mundo.

    Pontos Altos: Hot N Cold, Waking Up On Vegas, If You Can Afford Me Pontos Baixos: I'm Think I'm Ready, Use    Não sei o que a crítica tem contra esse álbum maravilhoso. O primeiro trabalho da Katy também é o melhor. Músicas maravilhosas, com instrumental bem feita e letras divertidas, emocionantes e bem escritas, nos são apresentado a esse disco grandioso, que mostrou Katy Perry ao mundo.

    Pontos Altos: Hot N Cold, Waking Up On Vegas, If You Can Afford Me
    Pontos Baixos: I'm Think I'm Ready, Use Your Love, Ur So Gay    … Expand
  46. endlessmarcio
    Jul 10, 2017
    10
    Um álbum de estreia muito coeso e com uma sonoridade unica e marcante assim como uma estética vintage que se tornou a marca registrada do inicio da carreira de Katy Perry.
    A mistura de rock e pop é característico desse álbum que marca o inicio de ótimos trabalhos posteriores ao 'One of the boys'. Outra característica marcante é o fato de ser todo escrito ou co-escrito pela própria Katy    Um álbum de estreia muito coeso e com uma sonoridade unica e marcante assim como uma estética vintage que se tornou a marca registrada do inicio da carreira de Katy Perry.
    A mistura de rock e pop é característico desse álbum que marca o inicio de ótimos trabalhos posteriores ao 'One of the boys'. Outra característica marcante é o fato de ser todo escrito ou co-escrito pela própria Katy Perry.    … Expand
  47. IGa
    Jan 30, 2016
    7
    Maybe the highlight of "One Of The Boys" is not in the beautiful beats and quirky vocals, but in different lyrics addressed in intuitive and fun themes. The album walks among **** boyfriends, assumed betrayal, low self-esteem, fun in Las Vegas and lesbian kiss. Themes nothing predictable and varied beats. The richness of this album is quirky and often frowned upon, but certainly there is aMaybe the highlight of "One Of The Boys" is not in the beautiful beats and quirky vocals, but in different lyrics addressed in intuitive and fun themes. The album walks among **** boyfriends, assumed betrayal, low self-esteem, fun in Las Vegas and lesbian kiss. Themes nothing predictable and varied beats. The richness of this album is quirky and often frowned upon, but certainly there is a lot of fun hidden between the lines.… Expand
  48. Coroinha
    Apr 5, 2016
    7
    Como sendo um dos álbuns mais comentados de 2008, “One of the boys” demonstra tudo aquilo que Katy Perry desejou ser desde os primórdios de sua pequena carreira no ramo musical. Uma popstar. Mesmo contendo apenas 12 faixas, o disco em si é recoberto de polêmicas que já se manifestam em seu primeiro single de sucesso, “I kissed a girl”, e elas não param por ai. Em “Ur so gay” porComo sendo um dos álbuns mais comentados de 2008, “One of the boys” demonstra tudo aquilo que Katy Perry desejou ser desde os primórdios de sua pequena carreira no ramo musical. Uma popstar. Mesmo contendo apenas 12 faixas, o disco em si é recoberto de polêmicas que já se manifestam em seu primeiro single de sucesso, “I kissed a girl”, e elas não param por ai. Em “Ur so gay” por exemplo, Katy não se expressa tão bem quanto deveria, e acaba gerando espaço para possíveis futuras desavenças. Contudo, o álbum em sua maioria é composto por canções mornas, aquelas que não acrescentam muito, mas também não deixam de acrescentar. Como uma das faixas de maior destaque nós temos “Hot’n cold”, uma batida frenética e envolvente, perfeita para se ouvir a qualquer hora, a não ser que você esteja em um enterro. “One of the boys” possui uma pegada pop/rock um tanto quanto genérico, e as vezes as músicas não parecem se distinguir uma das outras, mas é imprescindível afirmar que o disco possui um auge muito significativo. Certamente seria perfeito para se ouvir em uma balada adolescente dos anos 90. (B)… Expand
  49. pedrofaro
    Aug 15, 2017
    10
    this album is amazing, every song catch u up in some way, "thinking of you" is the best ballad EVER, "hot n cold" atemporal song that makes everybody dances whanever they are. love this album soooo much!!
  50. LipeFireworks
    Jan 27, 2017
    9
    Não é o melhor da Katy, mas continua muito bom, adoro esse album pena que nao gostaram
    mas é muito bom, adoro Lost, Thinking Of You, Mannequin, Hot n Cold, muito marcante
  51. IgorCryBaby
    Dec 24, 2017
    8
    It's a very good album. There are some great songs like Lost, Fingerprints or If You Can Afford Me and also some hits like I Kissed A Girl
  52. KaiqueWasilewsk
    Aug 29, 2016
    10
    amoooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo
  53. camiloalegue
    Nov 3, 2016
    10
    perfect music for any occasion, besides having different nuances and emotions. fills the empty space of a boring life and brings a creative burden the listener from beginning to end.
  54. iwasbornin1989
    Nov 20, 2016
    10
    POXA EU SOU BONITA PRA CARAMBA, NÃO TENHO ESTRIA, MEU PEITO É DURO, ESTOU INDIGNADA, só tem crítica sexista, parabéns @industriamusical, mostra a merda que tu é. Um hinário desses bicho
  55. MaxHudson99
    Nov 27, 2020
    10
    Un buen álbum debut con sonidos pop rock de la época, disfrutable y bailable, vocalmente se pueden ver esas influencias de outta know
  56. Rafaeeel
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    É o álbum mais Katy Hudson da Katy Perry, sem dúvidas, ele é um álbum muito verdadeiro, é um álbum muito íntimo dela. E eu simplesmente amo isso tudo, ela coloca todas as suas emoções ali, e é possível sentir isso.
  57. Matheus11
    Jun 7, 2017
    10
    KATY PERRY É A MELHOOOOOOOR BB! ACEITAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA VEM PRO BRASIL LOGO DEMONIAAAAA
  58. masterky
    Jun 7, 2017
    10
    Excelente álbum para comenzar la carrera. Buena fusión pop-rock con la indudable capacidad de escribir canciones que tiene.
    Destaques: Thinking Of You, Lost, I Kissed A Girl y Hot N Cold
  59. jerryalvarado
    Jun 8, 2017
    10
    Un gran álbum con todas sus canciones potenciales para ser HITS. un gran debut, buenos sonidos, buenas letras y una trascendencia que durará años y décadas. Lo mejor que le pudo haber pasado al pop.
  60. yordileon
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Un gran debut en la industria, Katy se gano a toda clase de personas con el, muestra que sus oyentes pueden ser cualquier tipo de personas sin estancarse o depender de uno.
  61. axelkofi15
    Jan 13, 2020
    10
    This was the start o one of the legends of pop, with rock influences, this album brings me a lot of memories when it was released on 2008. Now the feeling is the same like the first time, I just wanna sing loudly all songs, Thanks to this album we have: "Hot N' Cold", "Thinking Of You", "I Kissed A Girl", and other songs that we used to hear when we were younger.
  62. metachaticti
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    this album is such an iconic debut album. "i kissed a girl" and "waking up in vegas" are BOPS. "thinking of you" is so beautiful and you can really feel her emotion when she sings it, live or studio.
    theres a lot of other songs and they are very very good and idk for me it basically screams DEBUT ALBUM!! DEBUT ALBUM!!...
  63. wkallao
    Jun 22, 2017
    10
    This album is a very strong debut for Perry. It's filled with versatile songs of varying subjects, and truly showcase a unique woman. While this album wasn't a take off for Katy, it is still a strong start for her and showcases her roots in musics and the battle she faced to get where she is today.
  64. ManuelContreras
    Apr 7, 2018
    10
    De no ser por su triste produccion, seria el mejor album de la cantante Katy Perry
  65. Stefffan
    Aug 8, 2017
    9
    Good album overall. Contains two big hits "I Kissed A Girl" & "Hot N Cold". "If You Can Afford me" should've been 5th single. It was a good album to start a career with.
  66. Pacify
    Aug 14, 2020
    10
    O mais fraco de todos porem continua carregando a mensagem de felicidade que a perry deseja transmitir em todos os seus álbuns
  67. EdanielMC
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Her transition from gospel to pop-rock is incredible. The rebellious girl inside her came out to become one of the biggest pop stars.
  68. italooko
    Nov 10, 2017
    10
    Her best album. My faves are One of the Boys, Lost, Waking up in Vegas and Fingerprints but all the songs are good anyway.............................
  69. Sebastian2018
    Apr 11, 2018
    8
    One of the boys has too many contractions, first it has a somewhat homophobic song and then a song where it shows to be bisexual, something that is not. But in general, it has a good debut, it is not my total pleasure, I have some doubts, but everything seems very well organized and quality for the time
  70. Adriano34
    Aug 11, 2018
    8
    for his first album katy shows that came to show a new scenario in the pop world
  71. NolanLundgaard
    Apr 19, 2021
    8
    One Of The Boys by Katy Perry: 7.66

    One Of The Boys: 1 :) I Kissed A Girl: 0.75 (Original: 0.5, Rock Remix: 1 :)) Waking Up In Vegas: 1 :) Thinking Of You: 1! Mannequin: 0.75 Ur So Gay: 0.25 Hot N Cold: 1 :) If You Can Afford Me: 1 :) Lost: 0.75 Self Inflicted: 1 :) I’m Still Breathing: 1 Fingerprints: 1 :) 10.5/12 = .875 -> 7.66 After listening to Katy Perry’s debut,    One Of The Boys by Katy Perry: 7.66

    One Of The Boys: 1 :)
    I Kissed A Girl: 0.75 (Original: 0.5, Rock Remix: 1 :))
    Waking Up In Vegas: 1 :)
    Thinking Of You: 1!
    Mannequin: 0.75
    Ur So Gay: 0.25
    Hot N Cold: 1 :)
    If You Can Afford Me: 1 :)
    Lost: 0.75
    Self Inflicted: 1 :)
    I’m Still Breathing: 1
    Fingerprints: 1 :)

    10.5/12 = .875 -> 7.66

    After listening to Katy Perry’s debut, One Of The Boys, I kept on asking myself why I had not listened to any of her releases before. Apart from a few stinkers, this album merges aspects of rock and pop in a wonderful way that is very enjoyable. I thought it was pretty fun how Perry tended to use e-guitars as background instruments instead of synths; makes it more enjoyable in my opinion. Perry’s voice is great to listen to, sounding very good even in the louder songs, where it has the greatest chance of being buried. The lyrics to a good number of the songs in this release are also pretty well thought out or catchy. Everything also fits together fairly well, which makes the piece flow in an enjoyable way. One Of The Boys starts off with the namesake song, which completely changed my expectations for the album. I really liked the way it sounded, merging rock and pop, and the lyrics were wonderful. The drumbeat in I Kissed A Girl was pretty nice, though the chorus lyrics were pretty strange. The music was decent though, and the background vocals during the chorus were highlights. I felt fairly conflicted about this song, though the “rock remix” pushes things to 11. In this version the lyrics were still a bit annoying but were definitely more palatable with epic music. The “money jingling” start to Waking Up In Vegas was brilliant, and I loved the explosive chorus (and the music in general). Everything just felt so well composed, and the pop-rock feel of the album was very enjoyable so far. Thinking Of You’s acoustic guitar was very nice, shaking things up, and the lyrics were so powerful and sung with so much emotion. The strings made the chorus; it was a good choice to add them in. Mannequin’s beat was pretty good and I liked how “burny” the lyrics were. Some of the synths were cool if a little overpowering, but this song was good overall tho. I liked how Ur So Gay started off with some piano and the fun chord was great. I thought the chorus lyrics were a little lazy, though the verse lyrics were great (pretty spicy). The bridge was fun with the different instruments playing the same riff, though I found it went on for a bit too long. The “shut-off” ending was awesome until Perry ended it with a word I felt didn’t fit (I took off another point for that). Hot N Cold’s drums with synth sixteenths sounded awesome and I loved the chorus. The simple drum beat worked really well and the lyrics were outstanding. The synth solo was awesome with the overdriven octaving guitar and I love the stripped down part. If You Can Afford Me’s music was amazing (wonderful loud bass, awesome faraway drums in the prechorus, acoustic guitar in the quiet chorus) and the lyrics were great; another winner. I love how Lost bled in from the last song and the acoustic with the “chimey” instrument was great. I want to know more about the inspiration behind the lyrics. Perry’s voice sounded great, and the “chorus of Katys” was epic. Self Inflicted flowed well too, and this song rocked. Needless to say, the music was great, and the lyrics were pretty good too. The bright bass was very fun and I loved the fade out. Another vibey drum beat opened I’m Still Breathing and I enjoyed how the piano acted as the base instrument with the helper guitars. There was power in lyrics and a fun chord right before verse 2. The harmonies were very nice and I loved how the guitar was added onto the last chorus. The music was wonderful in Fingerprints and I enjoyed the lyrics as well (if a little repetitive). The piano was fun, as were the chimes that were reminiscent of Lost. The sudden ending was also nice. In general, I greatly enjoyed Katy Perry’s debut. It is a wonderful combination of wonderful aspects of pop and rock and the lyrics were delightfully catchy (and sometimes spicy!). I absolutely look forward to listening to more releases from Katy Perry, and though I am a little late to the game with her music, I can already say that I will enjoy a lot of her music. I would recommend One Of The Boys to people who love a good pop album, and fans of rock may enjoy this too. Highlights: One Of The Boys, I Kissed A Girl (Rock), Waking Up In Vegas, Thinking Of You, Hot N Cold, If You Can Afford Me, Self Inflicted, I’m Still Breathing, and Fingerprints.    … Expand
  72. giliardynery
    Dec 12, 2019
    9
    I love this album so much, my favorite tracks are 'thinking of you', 'lost' and fingerprints. I miss Katy's solo compositions.
  73. gabrielcipriano
    Dec 21, 2018
    9
    The critique has a strong massacre in question of this album, however it is the most itimo album of Katy Perry. The compositions are completely 100% incredible, but the instrumental and production are not there at the peak, however for your first album this is good. I felt an incredible connection. I foresee an incredible evolution in POP.
  74. Nazarios_gus08
    Aug 28, 2020
    7
    Um disco efervecente com muito alto astral, felizmente um marco na indústria da música, assim como todos os outros após.
  75. AldoJDC97
    Aug 29, 2020
    8
    Not my favorite album from Katy but indeed a good debut album, very pop rock and the beginning of a big star
  76. katysmeower
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    The album discusses about the first life feeling of a human. First encounters: love, sex, ambition, dreams. The album promises a record-breaking artist.
  77. Vesteves
    Aug 17, 2018
    10
    I love the album's concept, the classic rock feel. I love how Katy Perry solely writes her song like "Thinking of You", "One of the Boys" and "Mannequin."
  78. zarryisreal
    Aug 27, 2020
    10
    Álbum do milênio, um dos melhores que já ouvi na minha vida, simplesmente incrível e a frente do seu tempo
  79. infsai
    Mar 27, 2020
    9
    For me it's the most favorite Katy album. It is pretty cohesive, and has many of her signature songs, and I like her pop-rock version more than her pop (or gospel XD) version.
  80. Emiencinxr
    Jan 19, 2019
    10
    One of the greatest debut album of all time. With singles like I Kissed A Girl or Hot N Cold is an album that everybody should to listen to
  81. Serchvaz
    May 31, 2020
    7
    A good start to Katy ,the lyrics are ok and the rhythm is good. it has a lot od lazy sons but some memorable.
  82. ohgustavoiam
    Jun 18, 2019
    10
    Underrated album, and misunderstood review by the critics. 'Thinking Of You' still one of her best ballads ever, 'Waking Up In Vegas' is surrounding and a good jam. 'Lost' is VERY emotional and strong lyrically. 'I'm Still Breathing' made me cry simultaneously with Lost. 'Fingerprints', 'One Of The Boys', 'If You Can Afford Me' show us the 'rock girl' side of Katy, that its very great toUnderrated album, and misunderstood review by the critics. 'Thinking Of You' still one of her best ballads ever, 'Waking Up In Vegas' is surrounding and a good jam. 'Lost' is VERY emotional and strong lyrically. 'I'm Still Breathing' made me cry simultaneously with Lost. 'Fingerprints', 'One Of The Boys', 'If You Can Afford Me' show us the 'rock girl' side of Katy, that its very great to hear if you like that type of music, the last one is the better one. 'I Kissed a Girl' stands out as a pop perfection in an album with a pop/rock sound.. it still bops, same as 'Hot N Cold': these two still being two of her bests singles ever!… Expand
  83. Sebastian0909
    Jun 8, 2019
    9
    Perry becomes a liberating girl. Madonna in her time criticized different problems in the world, now a new woman does it, regardless of adapting in a certain time.
  84. criticboy123
    Dec 6, 2019
    10
    A beautiful album with a great songwriting. A great way to show Katy Perry's talent as a new artist.
  85. jstbrbtw123
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    An excellent exciting words, piece of work album Katy Perry demonstrates her skills right
  86. ventarolli
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    diferente, ousado e incrivelmente pop com veia revolucionária mesmo não sendo rock na estetica melódica, mas na estética de resultado
  87. GuiKatyCat
    Aug 18, 2019
    10
    Um álbum jovial, que cumpre a proposta com maestria. Divertido, leve, e com vários hinos
  88. davifontenelle
    Mar 26, 2023
    7
    I was genuinely impressed by listening to this album in full for the first time! it’s a very solid debut and has so many bangers that i don’t know the reason why critics got so hard on Katy. Some songs did age bad, like “Ur So Gay”, but others aged like fine wine and still sounds fresh to this date. It deserves way more than 47.
  89. Alejandro879
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Artisimaaaaaaa diosty te.amo gracias x darnos arte y librarnos de tanta jijiji ujuji
  90. R3I
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    One of the best debut album ever! This album contains hits like ‘I Kissed A Girl’ and ‘Hot n Cold’ , these kind of songs will never be forgotten.
  91. Victorzarra
    Sep 4, 2019
    10
    Ome of the best debut album!!!
    I Kissed a Girl is so so iconic and Hot n Cold too, Her rock voice on the album
  92. Diegovavaz
    Mar 14, 2020
    10
    Un álbum que a mi personalmente me encanto, pero esto a su época estaba súper adelantado
  93. 2002oliver
    Aug 28, 2020
    9
    Arte que necesita ser apreciado, katy Perry dio uno de los mejores álbumes del 2008
  94. greedybadidea
    May 24, 2020
    8
    Katy Perry makes her debut to pop music with her debut album. While the album isn't very cohesive and is fairly generic. A lot of the songs are catchy and fun with great vocals from Perry. The album attempts to go somewhere with female empowerment, but it instead dips its toe in the idea of possibly doing so. Katy saved herself on the album with her production and unique vocals. She wasKaty Perry makes her debut to pop music with her debut album. While the album isn't very cohesive and is fairly generic. A lot of the songs are catchy and fun with great vocals from Perry. The album attempts to go somewhere with female empowerment, but it instead dips its toe in the idea of possibly doing so. Katy saved herself on the album with her production and unique vocals. She was made for pop music. I hope to see growth from her in the future, though.

    Album Track Ranking:
    1. I Kissed a Girl
    2. Thinking of You
    3. Hot N Cold
    4. Lost
    5. Waking Up in Vegas
    6. If You Can Afford Me
    7. One of the Boys
    8. Fingerprints
    9. Self Inflicted
    10. Mannequin
    11. I'm Still Breathing
    12. Ur So Gay    … Expand
  95. Dilary
    Dec 5, 2019
    10
    Simplemente es increíble, es un gran album debut, es un buen trabajo, no el mejor que ha hecho Katy, pero si es un gran trabajo.
  96. Gregu13
    Dec 19, 2019
    10
    Well to me is addictive y la verdad no se que mas colocar para su época fue perfecto y aun sigue vigente es de esos álbumes debut que son geniales y precentar de un muy buen modo la personalidad del cantante musicalmente hablando
  97. Afterglow_0202
    Aug 29, 2020
    7
    Perry’s creative-writing-class punch lines don’t always justify her self-congratulatory drag-queen tone. But she hiccups quirkily enough, and myriad big-name producers (from Dr. Luke to Glen Ballard) keep the new-wave synth hooks hopping. Her producers furnish the punchy soft-rock that has become the default signifier of pop «attitude» and Perry obliges with self-congratulatory sass thatPerry’s creative-writing-class punch lines don’t always justify her self-congratulatory drag-queen tone. But she hiccups quirkily enough, and myriad big-name producers (from Dr. Luke to Glen Ballard) keep the new-wave synth hooks hopping. Her producers furnish the punchy soft-rock that has become the default signifier of pop «attitude» and Perry obliges with self-congratulatory sass that never rings true.… Expand
  98. cipriano
    Feb 6, 2020
    8
    Katy Perry's first album brings her better side, and totally pure and vocal just from her. Its covers, compositions and sound comes from a root that pop needed to become what it is today. She's a great artist, I get emotional in days like years after launching into seeing the pure material she came into her debut.
  99. Gusto15
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Um dos álbuns pop mais bem trabalhados da década 00's. Nostálgico, envolvente, com uma pegada rock alternativo que mais acrescenta, do que atrapalha. One Of The Boys é a cara do pop nos anos 2000.
  100. Binglei
    Jan 27, 2021
    10
    I just love this album, even more than Teenage Dream. I just want Katy could go back to this style, it would be so amazing
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#4 Most Discussed Album of 2008
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#9 Most Shared Album of 2008

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47

Mixed or average reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 18
  3. Negative: 3 out of 18
  1. AllMusic
    40
    The problem is not with Katy's gender-bending, it's that her heart isn't in it; she's just using it to get her places, so she sinks to crass, craven depths that turn One of the Boys into a grotesque emblem of all the wretched excesses of this decade.
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  2. Rolling Stone
    40
    Yes, Perry has a heart, but it sounds like her bustier's too tight for her to use it.
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  3. Slant Magazine
    40
    'Mannequin' features some cleverly written lyrics, but Perry doesn't possess the grit or vocal prowess to follow through, and the title track is like No Doubt's 'Just a Girl' sans personality and conviction.
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