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8.2

Universal acclaim- based on 110 Ratings

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  2. Negative: 11 out of 110

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  1. Nov 3, 2020
    9
    This self-titled album represents a huge change in Robyn's career, enough to many of her fans calling it her first record and what Robyn really is. And when we listen to it, album really shows why it is her signature record; alternative electro production, interesting lyrics, and so much emotions and creativity.. All for what Robyn is known for and what makes her an electropop legend.
  2. Jan 21, 2015
    10
    Love the album. Robyn is one of these singers that cares more about the music than fame, money etc. In her songs you can feel the effort she puts into creating them.
  3. Jul 21, 2012
    10
    In my opinion, Robyn defined herself with this absolutely amazing album for the very first time. With Curriculum Vitae she introduces herself (in a quite exaggerated way) and over the course of listening to the album we get to know her cheeky rapping, her sweet voice as well as some really heartbroken and calm moments she decided to share with us on this album. Special highlights onIn my opinion, Robyn defined herself with this absolutely amazing album for the very first time. With Curriculum Vitae she introduces herself (in a quite exaggerated way) and over the course of listening to the album we get to know her cheeky rapping, her sweet voice as well as some really heartbroken and calm moments she decided to share with us on this album. Special highlights on 'Robyn' are With Every Heartbeat, Crash And Burn Girl and Handle Me. Expand
  4. Apr 21, 2011
    10
    Definitely a fresh breath of air in pop music. Robyn is a true artist, not your typical manufactured pop dancing machine. She proves indubitably that pop music can have soul, too.
  5. Sep 22, 2010
    10
    Excellent album. THe songs are great and keep you dancing. I have all of robyn's albums and let me tell you...this one brings it home. Check it out if you wanna dance
  6. JoshuaM.
    Oct 5, 2009
    10
    Probably one of the best albums that's in my CD case. Doesn't matter when I decide to put it on, it always sounds great! The one thing about Robyn is that she doesn't have a strong voice. But her emotion behind her voice conveys to every song on the album. Especially "Handle Me", "With Every Heartbeat", "Be Mine" and "Dream On". You can actually feel that she means it. As a Probably one of the best albums that's in my CD case. Doesn't matter when I decide to put it on, it always sounds great! The one thing about Robyn is that she doesn't have a strong voice. But her emotion behind her voice conveys to every song on the album. Especially "Handle Me", "With Every Heartbeat", "Be Mine" and "Dream On". You can actually feel that she means it. As a person who heard her in the 90's, and that's it, it's refreshing to know that there is pop music out there that actually has meaning. Kudo's, Robyn! Expand
  7. ChristosM.
    Mar 5, 2009
    8
    Yes she has grown with Abba,but there are sick beats here and electronic production that begs for international praise.Not everything is good but it's much better than the average pop album of the 00's
  8. ZaneS.
    Feb 21, 2009
    9
    If you love pop music, which includes danceable beats and catchy lyrics and melodies, you'll LOVE Robyn! It's one of the best albums of 2008 seriously. It's a great departure if you're sick of hearing all the critically acclaimed indie bands taking over, check this out! It's not weird like Animal Collective, and unlike most indie bands and music, it has singles If you love pop music, which includes danceable beats and catchy lyrics and melodies, you'll LOVE Robyn! It's one of the best albums of 2008 seriously. It's a great departure if you're sick of hearing all the critically acclaimed indie bands taking over, check this out! It's not weird like Animal Collective, and unlike most indie bands and music, it has singles that can top the charts! Expand
  9. EricM.
    Nov 25, 2008
    4
    Listened to this twice and have not picked it up since. Dull, dull, dull minus a few passable tracks. What the hell is the big deal? Don't waste your money.
  10. GeorgeT.
    Nov 13, 2008
    10
    Solid ... just totally solid!
  11. Clif
    Nov 6, 2008
    9
    It's really fresh! Amazing! I had lost faith in pure Pop (even if I am not and had never been a great Pop fan), but artists like her or Madonna make great Pop music! Not 10 because of 1 or 2 songs that are kitsch. The rest is very impressive and unexpected!
  12. RAI
    Oct 30, 2008
    9
    One of the best albums of the year. I believe some of the best track were not even released as singles!!!
  13. DavidG.
    Oct 19, 2008
    8
    Robyn and Annie are rightful heirs to Madonna's pop queen status. Youthful, posturing. . . There's no reason to pretend that artificiality isn't a big part of what makes pop music great, and both musicians demonstrate a very hip strand of artifice. Unfortunately, one of the songs on Robyn's album (which was actually completed in 2005!) reminds me too much of a terrible Robyn and Annie are rightful heirs to Madonna's pop queen status. Youthful, posturing. . . There's no reason to pretend that artificiality isn't a big part of what makes pop music great, and both musicians demonstrate a very hip strand of artifice. Unfortunately, one of the songs on Robyn's album (which was actually completed in 2005!) reminds me too much of a terrible Kid Rock song. Unnerving. When you consider the pop garbage that teenage girls tend to ingest, these musicians would probably leave a more positive impact, and maybe even a greater interest in music later in life. Expand
  14. Bonnie&Clyde
    Aug 20, 2008
    6
    Nothing new. Good sound and pretty solid pop, that far goes Robyn. The rest is over used old pop structure, lack of actitud and easy lyrics. Might have been a good cd for the 90s but for 2008 is nice but weak.
  15. EinarJ.
    Aug 14, 2008
    5
    really overrated, and very arrogant, boring, self-important lyrics. Some good songs, check it out.
  16. JodieB.
    Jul 24, 2008
    7
    Very catchy tunes.
  17. MikeE.
    Jul 22, 2008
    10
    Fantastic Pitch!
  18. KennyH.
    Jul 17, 2008
    10
    best POP album of the last few years:D
  19. PiotrR
    Jul 7, 2008
    10
    This is absolutely brilliant electropop. Love it.
  20. GillesB.
    Jun 18, 2008
    5
    Good songs (I especially enjoy 'every heartbeat'...) but let's not exaggerate: it's FAR from being one of the best record of the year!
  21. ShaniquaJ.
    Jun 15, 2008
    10
    A stunningly brilliant album. The hits are non-stop. "Konichiwa Bitches," "Crash and Burn Girl," and "Cobrastyle" are energetic party songs, while "Robot Boy," "With Every Heartbeat," "Be Mine!", and "Dream On," are perfectly tender and thoughtful. And that's not even mentioning "Bum Like You," "Handle Me," or any of the other tracks on this album. I don't skip any songs. Every A stunningly brilliant album. The hits are non-stop. "Konichiwa Bitches," "Crash and Burn Girl," and "Cobrastyle" are energetic party songs, while "Robot Boy," "With Every Heartbeat," "Be Mine!", and "Dream On," are perfectly tender and thoughtful. And that's not even mentioning "Bum Like You," "Handle Me," or any of the other tracks on this album. I don't skip any songs. Every one is a joy to listen to. Quite simply the best album in years. Expand
  22. Stangoni
    Jun 13, 2008
    10
    These guys are all right. If you don't like this album it's 'cause you don't like pop. I know it sounds arrogant, but this album is so well done, Juicy Pop.
  23. AndrewH.
    Jun 12, 2008
    10
    Absolute pop perfection. I was nearly moved to tears when I heard it. Madonna is the gold standard of pop, and Robyn is up there with Madonna's best--Robyn's "Robyn" is as flawless as Madonna's "Madonna." She might be best-described as Britney Spears meets M.I.A. Every song is like a gift--they're catchy, fun, provocative, and sound better with each listen. Not only Absolute pop perfection. I was nearly moved to tears when I heard it. Madonna is the gold standard of pop, and Robyn is up there with Madonna's best--Robyn's "Robyn" is as flawless as Madonna's "Madonna." She might be best-described as Britney Spears meets M.I.A. Every song is like a gift--they're catchy, fun, provocative, and sound better with each listen. Not only the best album of the last few years, but one of the best pop albums in history. Expand
  24. kk
    Jun 7, 2008
    3
    Overrated!
  25. Gum
    Jun 7, 2008
    10
    Brilliant! Robyn has evolved into one of the most interesting artists of the decade.
  26. SteveO
    May 31, 2008
    0
    Are you guys kidding me? the first time i think i saw her or heard of her was on letterman and she absolutely positively sucked... so either this is completely overatted, or she sucks. I think its a combination of both.
  27. MarioV
    May 29, 2008
    10
    Really the best pop album of the last 20 years. It's Robyn's "Like a prayer". Definitely worth the wait. I guess this is what happens when musicians care more about artistry than money.
  28. DZATX
    May 27, 2008
    10
    Just as devastating as it was three years ago, Robyn's new album is one of the strongest pop of the last half of the 2000's.
  29. AdamN.
    May 27, 2008
    10
    One of the best pop albums you're likely to hear for quite a while--because it doesn't get lost in itself, take itself too seriously, or throw in "filler"--as most albums these days do. Robyn allows each track to shine on its own, and none disappoints!
  30. DeboA.
    May 26, 2008
    10
    Pop perfection! I never thought I would here something so future-forward and fantastic in my lifetime! It's in my top 2 so far this year!!
  31. Josh?
    May 18, 2008
    10
    A breath of fresh air! It has completely taken over my Ipod. This is how pop music should be done. Look out for Bum Like You, Who's That Girl & Dream On. Huge Highlights!
  32. BTA
    May 15, 2008
    10
    robyn has brought it. for real. this is seriously the best album i've heard all year, and i expect it will keep that status for the rest of the year as well. i think it speaks to robyn's creativity, musical abilities, and long-lasting appeal that she wrote this album more than 3 years ago, and it still is the newest/best sound out there in pop.
  33. LudvigH.
    May 14, 2008
    10
    I've been listening to this album since it release in Sweden, 2005, and I'm still not tired of it. My favourite is Handle me. Love it!
  34. SimonC.
    May 12, 2008
    10
    A perfect pop album. Amazingly creative and rich. Poetic, witty, funny. A smash. Robyn is a complete artist. Superior.
  35. EricB
    May 7, 2008
    10
    Great songs from start to finish, it's one song that i skip, but it isn't really bad TBH. Lyrics are on point and I don't like it when a popsinger raps about a serious matter. Robyn choosed to rap, but rapped in a funny way. 10/10
  36. LukeS.
    May 6, 2008
    9
    This is a good album, no real dissapointments. The songs are very different from one another, Eclipse is a slow acoustic ballad, while anytime you like is a electro ballad. Should have known is a 80's RnB song, while Be mine! is a 80's pop song, and so on and on. This is a eclectic album for eclectic minds. Lyrics are on point as well, ranging from silly towitty to serious.
  37. Y'allBuyDevilBlood?
    May 5, 2008
    2
    Konichiwa Bitches is fantastic. One of my favorite songs. Unfortunately, the rest of the album sucks.
  38. JonR
    May 5, 2008
    10
    This is the best pop album of the 2000s. Seriously. Every song could be a single. Every ballad is heartbreaking. Every uptempo jam kills. If you are a fan of pop music, this is the must have album of 2008.
  39. yoriDd.
    May 4, 2008
    10
    flawless EVERY single song on this album is g.r.e.a.t! saw her live and show just matched the energy and quality her videos for this album are gems as well FEROCIOUS!!!! :)
  40. PaulC
    May 4, 2008
    4
    Utterly and completely over-rated.
  41. jorges.
    May 4, 2008
    10
    Simple, the best pop album I ever listened!!
  42. JakeG.
    May 3, 2008
    10
    The best pop album of the last three years. I first heard it upon its original release in 2005 and I'm amazed at its staying power. It still sounds just as fresh and packs as big a punch as it did when I first heard it. Robyn deserves every ounce of praise she receives for this brilliant, sexy, and satisfying record. Both new and old artists should take notes because Robyn has The best pop album of the last three years. I first heard it upon its original release in 2005 and I'm amazed at its staying power. It still sounds just as fresh and packs as big a punch as it did when I first heard it. Robyn deserves every ounce of praise she receives for this brilliant, sexy, and satisfying record. Both new and old artists should take notes because Robyn has released an album that features pop done right. Expand
  43. Repo
    May 3, 2008
    9
    I usually don't listen to this kind of music. But this is too good to be missed out. And you'll notice here & there she sings like Kate Bush. So fresh. Bravo.
  44. MaryS.
    May 3, 2008
    10
    Best pop album of the last 5 years.
  45. ThomasB.
    May 1, 2008
    2
    This album was almost... a complete peice of trash. I don't know how stuff like this gets good ratings, but I cannot argue against the system. As for the review: Awful lyrics, childish and non imaginitive, things rhyme but they are not even clever and some fail to make sense. It isn't even art anymore. The music is simple and... I ll just say it now, There just is not anything This album was almost... a complete peice of trash. I don't know how stuff like this gets good ratings, but I cannot argue against the system. As for the review: Awful lyrics, childish and non imaginitive, things rhyme but they are not even clever and some fail to make sense. It isn't even art anymore. The music is simple and... I ll just say it now, There just is not anything "great" about this album. Expand
  46. Zain
    May 1, 2008
    10
    One the best albums ever! AMAZING album!!!
  47. DuderonomyJones
    Apr 30, 2008
    10
    Totally lives up to the hype and well worth the wait for the domestic release. I'd heard several cuts on YouTube and other places, but was still shocked how consistently strong the whole CD is. Not a clunker in the bunch.
  48. ChuckS
    Apr 29, 2008
    10
    THE pop album of the year!!!!!!!
Metascore
86

Universal acclaim - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
  1. Robyn defines what she's all about. Even if it took a few years to put together the label and album (and a few more to get it released everywhere), this is the pop tour de force that Robyn has always had in her.
  2. 80
    The hooks come off-kilter and all killer.
  3. A record to throw yourself into with the same glee Robyn clearly has.