Prism
by Katy Perry
  • Record Label: Capitol
  • Release Date: Oct 22, 2013
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  1. camiloalegue
    Nov 3, 2016
    10
    It is the sign of the soul and inspiration of Katy Perry. concretized art and unique, perfect quality. katy shows a maturity in their sound and style that takes on this album. returns to his gospel roots, taking new sounds and experiences during his tour of fame.
  2. EdwinTrinidad
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    This Queen of pop has songs for all situations like when you're happy can hear international smile or Roar and when you're sad can hear ghost or choose your battles even when you're in love can hear unconditionally
  3. victorcarter
    Nov 21, 2016
    5
    Katy Perry's 3rd studio album, is a step up from her last two efforts. Katy is at her best with songs like "Legendary Lovers" and "By The Grace Of God." But stays in her immature pop phase with songs like "International Smile" and "This Is How We Do
  4. VerIncognito
    Dec 19, 2016
    0
    "You're gonna hear me roar!" Katy keeps wailing on the first track of this collection of generic pop songs that is called an album. And then this album swims through a sea of clichés, ah-ohs, and improper enunciations, which as for the latter, it's "TWENTY TWENTY" not "TWUNNY TWUNNY." The music sounds like something that comes out of Barney or Teletubbies, bright yet cheap. And Katy Perry"You're gonna hear me roar!" Katy keeps wailing on the first track of this collection of generic pop songs that is called an album. And then this album swims through a sea of clichés, ah-ohs, and improper enunciations, which as for the latter, it's "TWENTY TWENTY" not "TWUNNY TWUNNY." The music sounds like something that comes out of Barney or Teletubbies, bright yet cheap. And Katy Perry gets more annoying as ever, which seems impossible, but it happened. Of course, Katy Perry churns out nothing but meaningless drivel, so expectations are low. Yes, Katy Perry is famous, but more like Wayne Newton famous. It's appalling that people's standards are so low that they are willing to accept this rubbish. But if you even like music, never give Katy Perry a chance. Please don't, or Katy Perry will ruin music forever like how Donald Trump and his Russian minions destroyed global diplomacy.

    On another note, Katy Perry has the worst Superbowl halftime show of all time, even worse than any Up With People show or that laughable Elvis Presto.    … Expand
  5. MaxHudson99
    Nov 27, 2020
    10
    En el borde de su éxito Katy Perry nos ofrece un gran álbum, cambiando drásticamente ese pop chicloso de su anterior álbum, Prism simplemente uno de los pocos álbumes en darnos éxito, tops, y ventas, de todos los tiempos.
  6. sonsofsongs
    Apr 13, 2017
    10
    Katy Perry's third studio album 'Prism' is a masterpiece. The side b (songs 9-16) reveals her greatest potential as a composer and leads us through inspiring emotions.
  7. xuxa_da_nota
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Um dos melhores albuns do ano de 2013, e um dos melhores da decada,Katy soube se reinventar mas sem perder sua essencia alegre e contagiante, da para perceber sua grande evolução de cara no hit Dark Horse e Walking on Air e nas baladas This Moment e Double Rainbow, alem de que ela deu uma volta mais q perfeita no seu passado com a graciosa By The Grace Of God com uma marca cristã… Expand
  8. Pablo_
    Apr 15, 2017
    10
    Simply one of the best albums pop has ever seen, very well written lyrics. This album can only be bad when compared to Teenage Dream which is an album also by Katy. I could not wait to wait for the queen.
  9. guips95
    Apr 18, 2017
    10
    spetacular album, with some problems, but incredible as all. best track: Dark Horse, Unconditionally, Roar Worse track: Double Rainbow. Listen it and approve this
  10. Pedrocat
    Jun 11, 2017
    10
    much ballad, very cheerful music
    songs of self control and music to make it clear that you send.
    Congratulations katy.
    music highlights
    It Takes Two, and Love Me Roar course
  11. fariasjoaoo2015
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    THIS ALBUM IS SO GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD omg aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa i love katy so much
  12. andreopt
    Jun 6, 2017
    10
    Melhor musica, sem duvidas, é Legendary Lovers, essa musica parece que te deixa nas nuvens, Roar e Dark Horse que são as musicas mais bem sussedidas do album, são incriveis, faceis de cantar e com um otimo instrumental, as demais musicas do album são incriveis, a escolha das faixas foi perfeita e a sonoridade incrivel.
  13. RK13
    May 18, 2017
    1
    PRISM is quite the disappointing follow-up to Teenage Dream, which was already a mediocre album. The album may have produced two number 1 singles on the Billboard Hot 100, but the songs are pure trash. This is the beginning of the end of her career.
  14. soydavidcastano
    Jun 1, 2017
    10
    Katy suena muy madura en este álbum, incorporó nuevos sonidos como el oriental Legendary lover y el noventero Walking on air. En cuanto a mensajes la canción Love me y Roar son excelente para sentirse seguro contigo mismo y la sensación de pureza y tranquilidad que expresa Double rainbow como la sinceridad de It takes two hacen de este álbum una excelente opción.
  15. EduardoEduardo
    Jun 6, 2017
    10
    This is undoubtedly Katy's best album so far, it has wonderful lyrics that take you out of evil (Roar) lyrics that show you how important it is to love me. I hope she can get over her next album.
  16. whosbad
    Jun 6, 2017
    10
    Album of the millenium!!!!!! Katy Perry the queen of pop, rock, r&b, rap, hip-hip, soul, funk and others.
    I LOOOOOOOOVEEEEEE YOU KATYYYYY, QUEEN OF MUSIC!!!!!!
  17. juniorjemerson
    Jun 6, 2017
    10
    She sounds like a woman, an artist, oh honey,The musical evolution of Katy's from the songs 9 16, she really let the light in, not so cormecial as "Teenage Dream" and not as organic as "One of The Boys", she finally found herself artistically.
  18. WanAraujo95
    Jun 6, 2017
    10
    Melhor Álbum Katy Perry raínha do pop linda sereia do pop linda maravilhosa gaga esterco do pop o munndo te abomina katy pop pop Roar 1 applause pisada e massacrada
  19. LucasCotelli
    Jun 6, 2017
    10
    A great album. A very mature album in which Katy knew how to work very well, tracks 9, 11, 13 and 16 are there to prove everything!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  20. estevaamlucas
    Jun 6, 2017
    10
    This album is incredible and unique! Katy showed us that she is a vulnerable and an amazing women. The songs are fun, deep, emotionals and full of honesty from this stunning artist. Love it!
  21. Adjamirarruda
    Jun 6, 2017
    10
    The álbun it's wanderful. The songs it's some beautiful. I love This álbum. Katy Perry os a great artist and This is my favoritos álbun. The songs like Dark Horse and Spiritual are some great.
  22. geovany
    Jun 7, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best album I've ever heard,
    He makes you feel 6 types of emotions from joy to sadness he is perfect, without doubt the album of the decade, the songs are great, some critics do not understand the concept of the album that is a prism and just like a prism he has six Sides that go from sad to loss and joys    … Expand
  23. Rafaeeel
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    Sem dúvidas, é o melhor álbum da Katy. Eu amo essa evolução dessa mulher, ela sabe fazer músicas dignas de animar, contagiar, unir, amar... multidões, ela é maravilhosa.
  24. Kemen
    Jun 7, 2017
    10
    Ahasou, muié! Continue assim sendo a melhor sempre que o babado sempre vai dar certo pro teu lado. Só bora escolher melhor esses singles pq tu ta desperdiçando muita coisa boa. Fica a dica.
  25. Matheus11
    Jun 7, 2017
    10
    KATY É KATY NÉ MORE? PRIMEIRO QUE A BIXA ARRASA / SEGUNDO QUE A BIXA FECHA.. ACEITAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA MORE! SE FICAR PUTA É PIOOR. PORQUE RAINHA FAZ ASSIM
  26. masterky
    Jun 7, 2017
    10
    El mejor álbum de Katy. Como es el sentido del disco, trae una gama de colores musicales, en donde muestra evolución y madurez. Grandes melodías, letras y producciones.
    Destaques: Roar, Walking On Air, Dark Horse, Unconditionally y Spiritual.
  27. unicxxrnio
    Jun 8, 2017
    9
    Katy no this perfect, she's not created a secuence in her videos and her history but she's songs be perfect with her voice and good aparience and she's be happyness
  28. jerryalvarado
    Jun 8, 2017
    10
    Un gran crecimiento como artista. Un gran álbum con sonidos nuevos y bailables; una sensación de satisfacción al escuchar este disco. Sin duda se convertirá en uno de los álbumes más recordados en el futuro.
  29. FuturisticLife
    Jun 8, 2017
    10
    Um álbum simplesmente magnífico com seu primeiro grande hit de auto-confiança, quebrando recordes e com Dark Horse sendo a música mais vendida desde q foi lançada. Álbum Hinário.
  30. Silasanttos
    Jun 8, 2017
    10
    Esse album mostra muito o lado natural da Katy, sensível e trás uma sonoridade muito boa principalmente nas músicas que não tiveram grande destaque durante a era.
  31. Jack_Hudson
    Jun 8, 2017
    10
    This is a pop icon. I love this album and it's perfect.
    Katy Perry can do anything! This album it's the best album of 2013 and it's a iconic era.
    I love this, and #BuyWitnessOniTunes
  32. QueenBiatch
    Jun 8, 2017
    10
    Filled with powerful ballads such as This Moment and Ghost, PRISM delivers Perry in its essence, not to mention the good pop beat that features such hymns as Roar, Dark Horse and Legendary Lovers.
  33. Nonickkj
    Jun 8, 2017
    10
    Um álbum maravilhoso, com musicas maravilhosas! Um álbum em que todas as musicas deveriam ser singles! Sendo assim um dos meus álbuns prediletos!! Te amo Katy Perry SZ
  34. cawemarqs
    Feb 24, 2019
    10
    ÁLBUM DO MILÊNIO, MELHOR ÁLBUM DA KATY. Todas as músicas são maravilhosas, Choose You Battles hinoooo
  35. phhherry
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    This album is the most emotional one from Katy. You can feel her good energy like in the songs Spiritual and Double Rainbow. She pass so much energy, confidence, brave and courage. Is the perfect album if you want to dance and relax at almost same time.
  36. mariorb3
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    PRISM shows Perry's ability to be the biggest hitmaker and an inspiring singer with her uplifting and loving messages. The first half of the album is full of pop bangers which all could've been big hits if sent to radio and promoted like singles, while in the second half of the album Katy leaves her hitmaker-self and shows her vulnerability, opening up to the public by telling her fearsPRISM shows Perry's ability to be the biggest hitmaker and an inspiring singer with her uplifting and loving messages. The first half of the album is full of pop bangers which all could've been big hits if sent to radio and promoted like singles, while in the second half of the album Katy leaves her hitmaker-self and shows her vulnerability, opening up to the public by telling her fears and thoughts in a not so commercial sound.… Expand
  37. 1234zuka
    Aug 17, 2018
    10
    okay so her best katy Good tapes good lyrics DOUBLE RAINBOWS IS MAGIC SPIRTUAL TOO
  38. LukeFaria
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Loooooooooooove prism, album of carreeeeeeeeeeeer. Luminous, Funny, colorful...
  39. yordileon
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Este álbum es muy espiritual, se muestra una Katy Perry más madura sin perder su marca que hace de sus canciones sean éxitos que nunca moriran.
    La mejor gira hasta el momento de la cantante.
  40. axelkofi15
    Jan 13, 2020
    10
    This is one of my favorite albums. Is simply beautiful, from the huge start with "Roar", a smash hit, till the last song, this album makes me want it never ends. Loved it since the first time.
  41. Jmusic9
    Jul 7, 2018
    8
    Por mucho el mejor trabajo de Katy. Esto no es sólo otro intento de Pery de llenar un álbum con música carente de sentido que sólo sirve para pasar un buen rato mientras escuchas la radio, esto es maduro y consistente.
  42. metachaticti
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    "amazing incredible brilliant never the same totally unique" -me about PRISM
    katy perry DELIVERS when it comes to release pop songs, thats why she is one of the best pop singers of our generation...duhh. yes im writing it on 2017 its been 4 years since prism was out for the first time and i still listen to it.... its just so timeless. and i think that prism is very underrated, it    "amazing incredible brilliant never the same totally unique" -me about PRISM
    katy perry DELIVERS when it comes to release pop songs, thats why she is one of the best pop singers of our generation...duhh. yes im writing it on 2017 its been 4 years since prism was out for the first time and i still listen to it.... its just so timeless. and i think that prism is very underrated, it definitely should've sold more and have better critics    … Expand
  43. goksubangalter
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    If Walking on Air and Legendary Lovers were singles. Katy and the record company spent these two songs ... Other than that, a great album ...
  44. wkallao
    Jun 22, 2017
    10
    Without a doubt, this is Perry's best effort. It is pure pop and iconic. Standout tracks are Roar, Unconditionally, By The Grace of God, Love Me and Dark Horse. This album carries so many messages of love, light and life. It truly is an inspiration and has lyrics that are cleverly written and pure fun. This album is one word - genius.
  45. ManuelContreras
    Apr 7, 2018
    9
    Su mejor album. Katy trajo un gran cambio respecto a su anterior era.
  46. EdwardButera
    Feb 17, 2019
    10
    Unlike her old album, Katy shows her this more closed side, despite having very contagious tracks. PRISM is an album in which it promised a lot and fulfilled wonderfully well. Perry shows once again how to command pop.
  47. FruitJuice
    Jul 18, 2017
    4
    it was okay........................................................................................................................................................................
  48. davidtz
    Dec 21, 2017
    9
    An album with a different concept to what has been seen in it and songs that are worth listening, the bad thing is that there were powerful songs to be singles but they did not choose them so well.
  49. Stefffan
    Aug 8, 2017
    10
    Great pop album, but it's more like 9.5 than 10. Plenty of hit songs on this album, not to mention "Roar" & "Dark Horse", two diamonds songs. It failed to outshine "Teenage Dream", and for me, this album doesn't have a pop cultural impact like previous album. The official singles from album are not the best choices thought.
  50. Pacify
    Aug 14, 2020
    10
    Verdadeiro e único, essa é a mensagem que katy perry trás a esse álbum, impossível não escutar qualquer música dele e esquecer
  51. EdanielMC
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    We see through her now. The sound of this album is blooming and magical that is satisfying to hear from start to finish.
  52. PsychoLevi
    Aug 31, 2019
    8
    It is very smart to call the album "Prism" and I really feel the power, emotions and energy. The best album in Katy's productions.
  53. aisacrm
    Nov 12, 2017
    10
    Prism es un Álbum Increíble, llego de Cosas Maravillosas, la Música se te Mete en la venas Katy es una Diosa, Lengendary Lovers, es un Te-mazo para sacar como Single. lo cual no se dio pero nos recompenso con Unconditionally
  54. BastianCritic
    Jan 9, 2018
    10
    este album podria decirse que es un contra a teenage dream una respuesta madura hacia ese sueño adolescente
  55. CriticSaul
    May 4, 2018
    9
    Un disco maravilloso, al natural, con letras fantásticas para un buen estado de ánimo, me encantó.
  56. Satxrnn
    Nov 28, 2017
    10
    THE BEST ALBUM OF HER CARRER.

    TOP 5 SONGS:

    1. Walking on Air
    2. International Smile
    3. This Moment
    4. By The Grace of God
    5. Unconditionally
  57. ArthurSS
    Dec 30, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album shows us a different Katy and we can finally reach it! It shows us that life is like a prism, colorful, but not perfect. The songs range from original pop to their reflection on life. Pefect!… Expand
  58. santymvazquez
    Jan 5, 2018
    10
    Prism is my favorite Katy Perry album, I love all the sounds and the songs, the lyrics, everything, it's just perfect, I LOVE IT
  59. u137288reddit
    May 17, 2018
    4
    A lot of this album is very forgettable. The stretch of Walking on air, Legendary Lovers, and Dark Horse, along with Birthday, is really good, but the rest is either cringeworthy or forgettable.
  60. Sebastian2018
    Apr 11, 2018
    10
    Prism is a great album. Katy always brings art, good rhythms and messages that impact us, it is one of my favorite albums due to its warmth and tranquility with a touch of madness
  61. PROFmeta
    Jan 25, 2018
    10
    Amazing 100% COOL YOU THE BEST KEEP GOIdNG NEGATIVE ALWAYS ARTIST LIKE YOUR BEST
  62. Adriano34
    Aug 11, 2018
    10
    best album by katy Perry, no doubt that this CD entered history and a mark in the career of the own
  63. Retle65
    Feb 17, 2018
    8
    Song Review
    Roar: 6/10
    Legendary Lovers: 8/10 Birthday: 8/10 Walking On Air: 7/10 Unconditionally: 7/10 Dark Horse: 9/10 This Is How We Do: 9/10 International Smile: 6/10 Ghost: 10/10 Love Me: 7/10 This Moment: 8/10 Double Rainbow: 7/10 By The Grace Of God: 8/10 Spiritual: 9/10 It Takes Two: 7/10 Choose Your Battles: 8/10 AVERAGE SCORE: 7.8 Important Tracks: Ghost,    Song Review
    Roar: 6/10
    Legendary Lovers: 8/10
    Birthday: 8/10
    Walking On Air: 7/10
    Unconditionally: 7/10
    Dark Horse: 9/10
    This Is How We Do: 9/10
    International Smile: 6/10
    Ghost: 10/10
    Love Me: 7/10
    This Moment: 8/10
    Double Rainbow: 7/10
    By The Grace Of God: 8/10
    Spiritual: 9/10
    It Takes Two: 7/10
    Choose Your Battles: 8/10

    AVERAGE SCORE: 7.8

    Important Tracks: Ghost, Birthday, This Is How We Do

    Meh, Best Of Katy Perry, but not the best of pop.    … Expand
  64. RamirezHudson
    Feb 18, 2018
    10
    El mejor trabajo discográfico de Diosty, así es. Aunque les arda la qk. Merecía mínimo un 80,pero bueno infravaloran el ARTE
  65. leostarboy
    Sep 8, 2020
    8
    She for the first time sounds like a real artist, who has found herself and who has many things to tell from the experience of love and desolation. Prism contains the best lyrics of her career, cohesive songs. Absolutely, we also have that Perry's essence (childish) that should already put aside.
  66. perrylusion
    Apr 11, 2018
    10
    The album is the best I love it, the lyrics is so powerfull, and I love Katy so much, she is the new queen of pop
  67. Lucas98
    Jun 5, 2019
    10
    isso não é um álbum é uma bíblia sonora
    mesmo que fosse um álbum ruim ainda seria bom PRISM album da carreira e divisor de águas
    spiritual, this moment, international smile, Ghost e unconditionally são as melhores faixas desse álbum.
    eu já disse que ele é uma bíblia sonora?
  68. NolanLundgaard
    Aug 31, 2021
    8
    PRISM by Katy Perry: 7.66

    Roar: 1 :) Legendary Lovers: 0.5 Birthday: 1 :) Walking On Air: 0.75 Unconditionally: 1 Dark Horse: 0.5 This Is How We Do: 1 :) International Smile: 1 :) Ghost: 1! :) Love Me: 1 :) This Moment: 1 :) Double Rainbow: 0.75 By The Grace Of God: 1 :) Spiritual: 0.75 It Takes Two: 1 :) Choose Your Battles: 0.75 14/16 ~ .875 -> 7.66 While PRISM    PRISM by Katy Perry: 7.66

    Roar: 1 :)
    Legendary Lovers: 0.5
    Birthday: 1 :)
    Walking On Air: 0.75
    Unconditionally: 1
    Dark Horse: 0.5
    This Is How We Do: 1 :)
    International Smile: 1 :)
    Ghost: 1! :)
    Love Me: 1 :)
    This Moment: 1 :)
    Double Rainbow: 0.75
    By The Grace Of God: 1 :)
    Spiritual: 0.75
    It Takes Two: 1 :)
    Choose Your Battles: 0.75

    14/16 ~ .875 -> 7.66

    While PRISM may not be quite as fun or fresh as Teenage Dream, it is still very enjoyable and packs in a considerable amount of punch. Like her previous releases, there were a couple of ones I wasn’t crazy about, but overall PRISM is a consistently good album, specifically the second half. I enjoyed seeing the new direction Katy Perry took with her music. While I may not have enjoyed some of this new style at times as much as her previous stuff, I still really liked a considerable amount of the songs from PRISM. I liked her creative use of synths and how they worked together with guitar and piano tracks.

    Due to the character limit, I am unable to provide my entire commentary.

    All in all, PRISM is another solid album from Katy Perry. I thought the new direction of music was fitting, slowly progressing in her career from rock to pop, and PRISM was full of fun, poppy songs. I had previously heard tracks such as Roar from this album, Firework from Teenage Dream, and Hot N Cold from One Of The Boys, but after PRISM I don’t believe I know what her new styles sound like. Hopefully she just stays in the realm of pop and doesn’t go overly-mainstream. Fans of pop music should enjoy this album, and this has been a great experience so far travelling down her career path, and elements of her origins are evident in PRISM. I really enjoyed this album and I cannot wait to dive into her next release. Highlights: Roar, Birthday, Unconditionally, This Is How We Do, International Smile, Ghost, This Moment, Love Me, By The Grace Of God, and It Takes Two.    … Expand
  69. giliardynery
    Dec 12, 2019
    10
    prism is the best album of katy perry
    I love the composition, the production. everything in this album is perfect.
  70. gabrielcipriano
    Dec 21, 2018
    9
    The album is no longer a sickening thing, there are songs that are missing and are sounding empty but there at the end of the album, it gets more and more enjoyable to listen to! Katy Perry is in a new thing, and coming out of that world of colors as it was. This album is the living proof of one of the great evolutions that she will have to face.
  71. Nazarios_gus08
    Aug 28, 2020
    9
    Um dos melhores álbuns pop da história, felizmente. Katy jamais decepciona.
  72. TheSadGoat
    Jun 20, 2018
    10
    Perry's album is a masterpiece, from the beginning to the end, she put her whole heart in this and it is noticed here.
  73. AldoJDC97
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    My second favorite album from her, mature, lyrically genuine and well constructed
  74. JRamon
    Jun 15, 2019
    10
    Su mejor álbum hasta ahora, dándonos arte y hits memorables como siempre. Katy sigue siendo la reina del pop desde su debut, así es.
    #BuyPrismOniTunes
    #BuyRoarOniTunes
    #BuyDarkHorseOniTunes
    #BuyBirthdayOniTunes
    #BuyThisIsHowWeDoOniTunes
    #BuyUnconditionallyOniTunes
  75. Vesteves
    Aug 17, 2018
    10
    The musical evolution of Katy's from the songs 9 16, she really let the light in, not so cormecial as "Teenage Dream" and not as organic as "One of The Boys", she finally found herself artistically.
  76. thaianhnt1199
    Aug 17, 2018
    10
    much ballad, very cheerful music
    songs of self control and music to make it clear that you send.
    Congratulations katy.
    music highlights
    every track is a masterpiece
  77. Tayloroutsold
    Jun 11, 2019
    10
    This album shows not only artistic growth both lyrically or sonically, but it is Perry's first album that is mature and greets her into adulthood.
  78. All_ButTrU4
    Nov 14, 2021
    4
    When the songs are good they are well executed pop milestones that stick almost as well as the previous "California girls " . From the motivational lead "roar" to the confident bop "dark horse" it's very easy listening. Even it's more commercially modest tracks like "birthday"&"walking on air" succeed in making you belt your heart out terribly in the bathroom. But the other songs on theWhen the songs are good they are well executed pop milestones that stick almost as well as the previous "California girls " . From the motivational lead "roar" to the confident bop "dark horse" it's very easy listening. Even it's more commercially modest tracks like "birthday"&"walking on air" succeed in making you belt your heart out terribly in the bathroom. But the other songs on the album exempt from the sheen of nostalgic bog down the record and earn instantaneous skips. Without trying to sound condescending i think Katy Perry works best under the constraints of a single and often pales in the confines of a full length record. But even so this makes for a fun listen.… Expand
  79. infsai
    Mar 27, 2020
    7
    For me it's an okay album. It's just a pure pop, and nothing else. It doesn't mean that I don't admire songs from this album, but I simply prefer One of the Boys.
  80. Emiencinxr
    Jan 19, 2019
    10
    pop perfection with two diamonds singles. Ugh her mind WIGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG
  81. Serchvaz
    Jul 3, 2019
    8
    Katy's perry best album. the lyrics are so great and also it has very hit sons like roar dark house , it looks like Katy found herself.
  82. hxrxck
    Sep 8, 2019
    10
    Álbum mais coeso e lírica superior aos outros antecessores. "Walking On Air" definitivamente deveria ter se tornado single.
  83. Pasandola7rings
    Mar 24, 2019
    10
    Es el album mas iconico de katy perry, lo recomiendo. Es el album mas artistico que he comprado
  84. Riguiinho
    Apr 19, 2019
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. o Álbum é cheio de sonoridades estranhas alem katy perry se mostra decaindo toda vez em questão de musicalidade, nem mesmos os feats conseguem salvar não chamaria de fracasso mai esta por ai… Expand
  85. YuriTheMusician
    Jun 4, 2020
    10
    PRISM combina tudo o que Katy Perry faz de melhor: batidas dançantes, melodias "chiclete" e letras cativantes, gerando um conjunto sonoro de pura elegância. É na minha opinião sua obra prima.
  86. ohgustavoiam
    Jun 18, 2019
    10
    Literally her best album (Teenage Dream can accurate). So well constructed. So many pop catchy songs, and lyrically PERFECT! Better listen to - 'Unconditionally', 'Walking On Air', 'Legendary Lovers', 'Birthday', 'Spiritual', 'Double Rainbow'... Deserved better!!!
  87. Katycat2019
    May 31, 2019
    10
    Incredible music! Incredible tour! One of the best albums of 2013! Would recommend this to everyone
  88. Ezequiel0987
    Jun 17, 2019
    10
    Katy Perry reina del pop es la más hermosa y artística de la industria Diosty iconica
  89. BrazilianPop
    Jun 12, 2020
    7
    The songs are soo great, each one talks about something very specific, I'm in love with it, I think is one of Katy's best albums.
  90. criticboy123
    Dec 6, 2019
    10
    Her best album. I love all of her songs.Katy is amazing. Dark Horse, Legendary Lovers, Roar all classics
  91. jstbrbtw123
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    incredible and exciting album, inspiration and courage in our lifes in the street.
  92. ventarolli
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    incrivel, suave, com uma denominação angelical para uma musica que acalma a mente
  93. V33k
    Aug 6, 2019
    10
    Ela finalmente achou ela mesma... em um album muito bem executado, com otimos singles (faltando International Smile, Legendary Lovers e Walking On Air) primeira metade do album é a parte comercial do album, feita para atingir as radios com musicas divertidas e dançantes (coisa q Katy faz como ninguem), a segunda metade é a parte profunda do album, que leva assuntos como até suicídio paraEla finalmente achou ela mesma... em um album muito bem executado, com otimos singles (faltando International Smile, Legendary Lovers e Walking On Air) primeira metade do album é a parte comercial do album, feita para atingir as radios com musicas divertidas e dançantes (coisa q Katy faz como ninguem), a segunda metade é a parte profunda do album, que leva assuntos como até suicídio para o mundo da musica, (coisa pouco feita), porem sempre deixando as musicas divertidas e gostosas de ouvir com seu toque de Katy Perry, nos deixando claro que a musica é dela, veio tudo o que foi proposto quando se trata de Katy Perry e ainda mias pois junto veio uma parte mais madura e profunda na qual amei muito e achei um otimo extra... isso que eu chamo de evolução... parabéns Katy esse é um dos meus albums favoritos de todos os tempos.… Expand
  94. Luisslopezz
    Nov 15, 2020
    9
    undoubtedly one of the best pop albums of all time and the best work of katy in Estre shows great versatility and incredible work
  95. ivan13
    Aug 25, 2019
    9
    AVG: 9.0

    Roar 8/10
    Legendary Lovers 10/10
    Birthday 8/10
    Walking On Air 10/10
    Unconditionally 10/10
    Dark Horse 10/10
    This Is How We Do 8/10
    International Smile 9/10
    Ghost 9/10
    Love Me 8/10
    This Moment 8/10
    Double Rainbow 9/10
    By The Grace Of God 10/10
  96. Gustavo019
    Aug 25, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Álbum com sonoridade perfeita perfeita, músicas alegres, metafóricas ... A cantora conversa sobre diversos assuntos em seu disco, como por exemplo a espiritualidade, que ela não havia abordado em nenhum outro trabalho. Katy também fala sobre relacionamentos, sua capacidade para fazer e produzir coisas e a forma como ela vive a vida. É o disco de pop que o mundo precisava. Se você reparar bem, Prism é dividido em duas partes, assim como o “Reputation” de Taylor Swift. De um lado temos grandes faixas otimistas, e do outro há músicas que usam do sentimentalismo exagerado, dando uma sensação de confessionário.… Expand
  97. perrydelrey
    Dec 27, 2020
    10
    Sem muitas palavras para esse álbum, só apenas digo que é o melhor e mais coeso da carreira da Katy. Aqui ela mostrou como se faz um álbum.
  98. JohnAshley
    May 6, 2020
    10
    Prism is best Katy Perry album, I love all the sounds and the songs, the lyrics, everything, it's just perfect, I LOVE IT
  99. Alejandro879
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Una obra de arte, cuando no diosty dandonos arte la verdad
  100. R3I
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    Making the shift from teen sensation to a mature artist can be tough, but on her third album, PRISM, the well-known worldwide now artist, Katy Perry did it well! On this album, we can see another side of her... behind the cartoon character that she created on her past era and behind the spotlight, she is a human being after all. The name of the album was inspired by John Mayer, Katy’sMaking the shift from teen sensation to a mature artist can be tough, but on her third album, PRISM, the well-known worldwide now artist, Katy Perry did it well! On this album, we can see another side of her... behind the cartoon character that she created on her past era and behind the spotlight, she is a human being after all. The name of the album was inspired by John Mayer, Katy’s boyfriend back at the time, who said to her that she was like a prism, that can tranform a simple ray of light to a colorful one!… Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 18 out of 26
  3. Negative: 0 out of 26
  1. Fact Magazine (UK)
    Dec 6, 2013
    40
    Everything that is missing from [Lady Gaga's Artpop] is here, but everything that is good about it is spectacularly absent from Prism.
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  2. Q Magazine
    Nov 22, 2013
    40
    Prism feels transitional, the work of an artist clever enough to be restless, yet unable to split from a winning formula. [Dec 2013, p.110]
  3. Tiny Mix Tapes
    Nov 14, 2013
    70
    It doesn’t require the patience or emotional/intellectual involvement that albums I typically listen to require. The cool thing, though, is that it does have quite a bit of redeeming value.
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