Optimist
by FINNEAS
User Score
8.1

Universal acclaim- based on 43 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 35 out of 43
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 43
  3. Negative: 6 out of 43
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  1. jeffkarlin
    Oct 19, 2021
    5
    FINNEAS is a great vocalist and a talented producer. However, this album leaves much to be desired. It's full of great messages with lackluster execution. It doesn't really grab your attention, and by the midpoint my attention was hanging by a thread. Everything feels a bit safe, and as much as I think it's unfair to compare him to his work with Billie Eilish, I think he owes it to himselfFINNEAS is a great vocalist and a talented producer. However, this album leaves much to be desired. It's full of great messages with lackluster execution. It doesn't really grab your attention, and by the midpoint my attention was hanging by a thread. Everything feels a bit safe, and as much as I think it's unfair to compare him to his work with Billie Eilish, I think he owes it to himself to take even half the amount of creative liberties he does for her. The whole thing feels a bit monochromatic. His introspection is appreciated and not without merit, but that alone is not enough to stand out.… Expand

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Metascore
72

Generally favorable reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. DIY Magazine
    Nov 11, 2021
    80
    What begins as a deeply personal commentary eventually evolves into a world-renowned producer taking the attention away from his ability to refine others’ work, alternately placing the spotlight over his own voice, with its startling ability to carry a tale of kindred love, loss and the weight of fame.
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  2. Under The Radar
    Nov 8, 2021
    70
    While not necessarily “solid” and occasionally clumsy. ... Enjoy Optimist for what it is—an honest and insightful bit of commentary from a seemingly centered, obviously talented young artist.
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  3. Clash Music
    Oct 29, 2021
    50
    O’Connell colours firmly between the lines. His ideas do not stray beyond the conventions you’d expect for each singer-songwriter outfit he puts on from song to song.
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