Sour
by Olivia Rodrigo
  • Record Label: Geffen
  • Release Date: May 21, 2021
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7.9

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  1. blackpinkicons
    May 30, 2021
    10
    olivia is the next main pop girl. wbk. she gave us EVERYTHING with this album. she is a legend, an icon, a star, and she is the moment. already ended the other girlies iktr
  2. mtanzer8
    May 30, 2021
    9
    Like come on!!!! This is how you make a debut album. Favorite Crime and 1 Step Forward...3 Steps Back are my faves.
  3. piratetales
    May 29, 2021
    0
    The definition of overrated. Boring "bananes and avocades" industry plant. Support talented, underrated artists instead.
  4. LISOCHIKOTOSA
    May 29, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album is pretty impressive. Olivia is a talented artist and she is miles ahead of where her main influences ( Lorde and Taylor Swift ) were when they were her age or when they debuted. Daniel Nigro also proves to me an immaculate and versatile producer who brings Olivia's vision out in the best way possible. The album is an amalgamation of various sounds including punk-rock, pop-rock, indie-pop and ballads. She emphasizes the same theme of heartbreak and sadness in most of the songs but at the same time she does it skillfully and all while exploring various sounds. Most of the songs have a very somber tone and they display raw emotion and teenage distress. Not to mention her impressive vocal ability which she shows off on the more acoustic songs like enough for you and traitor. The only negative thing i could say is she relies too much on the same narrative about this break up and its not really a multi-dimensional break up; she was madly in love, he broke up with her, he moved on very quickly. This is the same narrative in drivers license, traitor, good 4 u, traitor, happier , deja vu and most of the other songs. It could get boring. Luckily, it doesn't because she keeps things very short and sweet. At just 35 minutes, the album is the right length and it does what it needs to do. It shows Olivia has a lot of talent and she is just getting started.… Expand
  5. trullyghost
    May 28, 2021
    10
    cada música desse álbum mostra uma faceta da personalidade da olivia e os momentos depois de um término, misturou vários gêneros e várias tonalidades e mesmo assim conseguiu entregar um álbum coeso e de qualidade, matou a billie, é aoty
  6. NourIsACritic
    May 28, 2021
    9
    Definitely Pop album of the year. Wish some of the songs were more upbeat but overall absolutely relatable and fun. So excited for this emerging new artist.
  7. effecktx
    May 27, 2021
    10
    that's reeeeally good. she was personal in a mixed way, sometimes dramatic, sometimes fun, sometimes f*ckin craaazy. I LOVE IT!
  8. xuxuba
    May 27, 2021
    7
    To be honest, i thought it was kinda off the first time i heard. some of the lyrics are kinda meh but the beats are very nice and well produced! i dont understand people who're saying she just wrote about love and heartbroken things, actually theres songs in this album who says about something else like "hope ur okay" and "jealousy, jealousy." overall is a good listening, easily one of theTo be honest, i thought it was kinda off the first time i heard. some of the lyrics are kinda meh but the beats are very nice and well produced! i dont understand people who're saying she just wrote about love and heartbroken things, actually theres songs in this album who says about something else like "hope ur okay" and "jealousy, jealousy." overall is a good listening, easily one of the best albums of the year.… Expand
  9. taylorbrandon
    May 27, 2021
    0
    Not a good album in my opinion very straightforward songs with boring lyrics
  10. Alanclocker
    May 27, 2021
    0
    A very bland and plain album nothing special about this. Just overhyped in my opinion
  11. Luanljds
    May 27, 2021
    0
    #1 in kids choice awards. This album sucks. I don’t even like the singles...
  12. Tom_Supreme
    May 27, 2021
    9
    This is an fantastic debut. She speaks facts from her point of view and i wouldn't be surprised if many people can relate to what she says.
  13. Carlos_dleon1
    May 27, 2021
    0
    I dont like it, its so bad, really is very bad vocal n lyrics. Idk but over party
  14. GamePlayer77
    May 26, 2021
    7
    Olivia Rodrigo lets her beautiful voice, great songwriting, and independence shine on her debut album, with some exceptions.

    FAV TRACK: deja vu
    LEAST FAV TRACK: jealousy, jealousy
  15. sebasms1
    May 26, 2021
    10
    Best album of 2021, ended butter and all bts discography prrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
  16. Terry_0
    May 26, 2021
    1
    For me The songwriting is not as great as it seemed , some lyrics don't make sense for me. Royal flush
  17. Icki
    May 26, 2021
    7
    This album is really great for a debut. The melodies and her voice delivery is incredible and i love how honest she is, you can tell she sings from her heart. However, i don’t find this album so cohesive since some songs just don’t fit with the others and also lyric themes are pretty repetitive, i wish she changed it up a bit and sang from, for example, different perspectives of aThis album is really great for a debut. The melodies and her voice delivery is incredible and i love how honest she is, you can tell she sings from her heart. However, i don’t find this album so cohesive since some songs just don’t fit with the others and also lyric themes are pretty repetitive, i wish she changed it up a bit and sang from, for example, different perspectives of a heartbreak not just ‘hating the boy cause he has done everything wrong’. Overall, it’s definitely worth listening and i’m so looking forward to her new projects!… Expand
  18. trisdebelen
    May 26, 2021
    10
    The artistry and songwriting in this album are exceptional. Olivia Rodrigo has the ability to pick you up and place you into her universe, let you into her world, but you feel everything and you relate and understand. There are so few who understand this type of music. The quality of her songs is amazing. Her influence with pop-rock shows in her songs Brutal and Good 4 U but she also hasThe artistry and songwriting in this album are exceptional. Olivia Rodrigo has the ability to pick you up and place you into her universe, let you into her world, but you feel everything and you relate and understand. There are so few who understand this type of music. The quality of her songs is amazing. Her influence with pop-rock shows in her songs Brutal and Good 4 U but she also has the ability to slow it down with power ballads that can make your heartache. There is a rawness in the emotions that she aims to convey and she successfully does. Olivia Rodrigo has versatility and it shows in this amazing debut album. The world should watch out for what else she can bring.… Expand
  19. Nainasingh
    May 21, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is the most relatable album I have ever heard....I feel pain,anger,regret,fun everything… Expand
  20. gabsousaaaa
    May 25, 2021
    10
    best album of 2021, i said what i said and you cant disagree with me . deal with it.
  21. ChrisD2019
    May 25, 2021
    10
    SOUR is a masterpiece. You go in expecting it to be like: "whatever *shrug*", but it surprises tf outta you and turns out to be amazing. Olivia deserves all the Grammys and other awards for this absolute once in a decade album. 10/10 would recommend everyone to listen to it.
  22. Ingperez9
    May 25, 2021
    10
    The best album ever for a teenage girl!!! And olivia had such a beautiful voice!!
  23. shay1018
    May 25, 2021
    10
    i was surprised how amazing this album actually was! i’m proud of her and it’s only her debut
  24. leovmm11
    May 25, 2021
    9
    Very good album! Loved the duality of the more energetic songs and the slower and calmer songs! It’s a rlly good album in general :p fav song is either: “good 4 u” or “favorite crime”
  25. Kemperb
    May 25, 2021
    9
    Inspiration is the name of the game when it comes to SOUR. Ultimately, the sounds are fresh and fun, but sometimes the style can get a little lost in the content and can shy away from one clear focus. Production is absolutely amazing with lots of different sounds mixing together to make one of the best pop records of the year so far.
  26. sammiconger
    May 25, 2021
    10
    This album embodies what it means to be a teenager. Even though that specific narrative is so cliche, she somehow has completely reinvented it and made it completely her own. Her influence from Taylor Swift is clear in her songwriting, taking a strong feeling and making it clear sonically, expelling emotion throughout her singing voice and her lyrics. The beginning track is strong andThis album embodies what it means to be a teenager. Even though that specific narrative is so cliche, she somehow has completely reinvented it and made it completely her own. Her influence from Taylor Swift is clear in her songwriting, taking a strong feeling and making it clear sonically, expelling emotion throughout her singing voice and her lyrics. The beginning track is strong and powerful, with arguably one of the best lines from the album: "And I'm so sick of seventeen / where's my **** teenage dream? If someone tells me one more time "enjoy your youth", I'm gonna cry." - Then, she sings about heartache, what she's gone through in her teen years through her own experience, yet making it completely general so anyone can take her words and make them their own. It's a heartbreak album with angst, and quite honestly, no artist should ever shy away from what they really want to write about, and I'm glad Rodrigo did just that. Her talent is clear with her first three debut singles going straight to number one, thus making history as a woman musician. She is here to change the world, and we are merely just watching and listening as she does so. One of the best albums of 2021, and we only get to see her grow from here. 10/10.… Expand
  27. Carolmsp
    May 25, 2021
    7
    A great debut album, Olivia is a gifted songwriter and have so much potential. But, big part of the songs in the album sound like the same, and talk about similar experiences. Loved all the main singles, but i think she picked a weak set list.
  28. lb56
    May 25, 2021
    10
    From the first song to the last, this album has no skips. Brutal reels you in with shocking pop rock and Olivia keeps you there until the last heartbreaking song. Olivia Rodrigo is here to stay.
  29. Lanasbeech
    May 25, 2021
    0
    A very predictable, kinda boring album. it’s giving miley cyrus wannabe. another industry plant as if we didn’t already had one like that. hope she’ll serve something better soon.
  30. analuizwpgo
    May 25, 2021
    7
    for a debut album this is impressive! the singles are definitely the highlights of the album among traitor and brutal. this is girl is already huge
    taylor swift is proud of her child!
  31. JaneReddington
    May 25, 2021
    10
    This is is a brilliant debut album from a very talented 18 year old. The album is very mature and cohesive, the production is great and every song is well thought-out and adds to the projects as a whole. There are no filler songs and it really feels like care was taken to produce a great body of work that can be enjoyed all the way through. My favourite songs are Traitor, Enough for YouThis is is a brilliant debut album from a very talented 18 year old. The album is very mature and cohesive, the production is great and every song is well thought-out and adds to the projects as a whole. There are no filler songs and it really feels like care was taken to produce a great body of work that can be enjoyed all the way through. My favourite songs are Traitor, Enough for You and Deja Vu but there isn't a song I don't love. One of the best albums of the year and for this to be her debut just makes it a bigger achievement. One recommendation - listen to her song 'All I Want' - it's a part of the soundtrack to her Disney show but she wrote it herself and it's really stellar. I did not expect it to be so good! I'm really looking forward to her work in future, I became a fan!… Expand
  32. manningn15
    May 25, 2021
    10
    After listening to Sour many times I can honestly say it is probably my favorite debut album of all time and one of my favorite albums I have ever listened to also my favorite album of the year, I loved every song. The songwriting is phenomenal; the lyrical content is just exceptional so beautifully honest, emotional, and real. Olivia's vocal's are excellent I love the honest and emotionalAfter listening to Sour many times I can honestly say it is probably my favorite debut album of all time and one of my favorite albums I have ever listened to also my favorite album of the year, I loved every song. The songwriting is phenomenal; the lyrical content is just exceptional so beautifully honest, emotional, and real. Olivia's vocal's are excellent I love the honest and emotional qualities of her voice; she does superb job at conveying emotion through her vocals. The production is terrific. I love how versatile she is musical by blending pop with touches of many different genres but still making it sound very cohesive. The artwork is great, I love the style of both covers. This is an A++ album and I see some Grammys in her future especially next year and can tell she is going to have a long and successful music career.… Expand
  33. quartzelf
    May 25, 2021
    0
    Incredibly overrated music. It's nothing special. I don't know why anyone would think it is.
  34. Ot6minnie
    May 24, 2021
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I actually have a picky taste when it comes to music, but this album blew my mind. First, let's talk about the vocals. It's such a breath of fresh air hearing a new singer being able to control her voice (esp. live). Second, the songs in the album made me feel a lot of emotions. From angst to being an emotional wreck, everything in thr album is perfect. I'm looking foreard to more of your music Olivia! Keep writing and producing, I will be waiting!… Expand
  35. dejavudrivin
    May 24, 2021
    10
    Sour made me cry my heart out to my non existent ex so thank you olivia for that one
  36. rami_talol
    May 24, 2021
    10
    it's so good omg i really loved the lyrics and the versatility so excited for her next projects
  37. judedward
    May 24, 2021
    10
    An incredible debut that combines multiple sonic influences with a steady theme. the sky is the limit for this artist.
  38. pepedro
    May 24, 2021
    9
    Good 4 U best song ever In her album 9/10, come to Brazil in 2023, with Sour World tour.
  39. leumassregor
    May 24, 2021
    7
    A lot of songs on here are a hit or miss. The faster paced songs like good 4 u, deja vu, or brutal are fun and catchy to listen to, however the slower tracks like traitor, 1 step forward 3 steps back, and favorite crime can be a bit boring or bland.

    The best part about this album, however, are the lyrics. They are beautifully written and filled with different metaphors and word play    A lot of songs on here are a hit or miss. The faster paced songs like good 4 u, deja vu, or brutal are fun and catchy to listen to, however the slower tracks like traitor, 1 step forward 3 steps back, and favorite crime can be a bit boring or bland.

    The best part about this album, however, are the lyrics. They are beautifully written and filled with different metaphors and word play that really gets you thinking and can also get you emotional.

    The best track on this album has to be hope ur okay. It is incredibly sad and is written beautifully. This is very good for a debut album, and I hope to see more from Olivia.    … Expand
  40. TobyTNS25
    May 22, 2021
    10
    The songs are all so amazing. This is pop (rock and ballad) perfection. Traitor and Happier are especially amazing.
  41. Yikes137
    May 24, 2021
    5
    Olivia Rodrigo has massive potential, but imagine if she didn't sing about the exact same thing in every song!
  42. taynickiana4eva
    May 21, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. As a teen myself I understand this album and the feelings contained in it PERFECTLY. My favorite tracks are brutal and jealousy, jealousy. They're the only 2 tracks where I've experienced the same situations so the lyrics hit so hard. My favorite lines have to be "All I see is what I should be; happier, prettier, jealousy, jealousy" and "Cause who am I, if not exploited?
    And I'm so sick of 17
    Where's my **** teenage dream?" They resonate with me so much. Hope y'all enjoy SOUR as much as I am    … Expand
  43. Rafa
    May 24, 2021
    8
    Genuinely good pop. Olivia is a breath of good old pop with rock influences.
  44. Dvd18
    May 24, 2021
    10
    It’s an excellent album, my favs are deja vu, drivers license, brutal and favorite crime. Obviously I can notice an influence of Taylor S. I really like both
  45. ddomiciano
    May 24, 2021
    10
    Great debut, great voice... total Lorde feeling, but still better. Only 18 years and she is so promising To become bigger and bigger...
  46. guimatt
    May 24, 2021
    10
    Olivia is a phenomenon. She doesn't came to play. Amazing songwriting, production and lyricism. The songs works perfectly with one another, even if you can't relate to most of them in spite of a personal lack of experience you just feel things you know? you kinda just wanna be heartbroken to have a full experience with the album. She is the present and future of music, ppl just need to getOlivia is a phenomenon. She doesn't came to play. Amazing songwriting, production and lyricism. The songs works perfectly with one another, even if you can't relate to most of them in spite of a personal lack of experience you just feel things you know? you kinda just wanna be heartbroken to have a full experience with the album. She is the present and future of music, ppl just need to get over with this… Expand
  47. Jarpad13
    May 24, 2021
    10
    This is a **** masterpiece. Olívia is talent in person, everything she touchs works. Her voice is amazing, her lyrics are deep and sooo emotional, I can't believe she's only 18. OLIVIA RODRIGO WORLD DOMINATION!
  48. gardadewangga
    May 24, 2021
    10
    I really love this album. Drivers License slapped hard. I'm not a teenager but I can relate to what she wanted to say in this album. Not only talk about heartbreak and breakup, this album tells us about how to deal with insecurity, self-esteem, friendship, etc. A very good and solid album from a young artist. With SOUR, Olivia gives us the promising future for her career and discography.
  49. Markus1
    May 23, 2021
    10
    el álbum es muy bueno , una gran promesa de la música Olivia Rodrigo reina :3
  50. ommm222
    May 23, 2021
    10
    thank you Olivia for bringing us a **** worked album, full of beautiful melodies, lyrics that make you bring out thousands of emotions. definitely an excellent album
  51. nor12
    May 23, 2021
    0
    re aburrido:( era que le copie mas a taylor swift o a lorde! no tiene un estilo propio
  52. Andyb1998
    May 23, 2021
    10
    Perfection. It’s an amazing debut album, one of the best I’ve listened to.
  53. Vasudha
    May 23, 2021
    0
    Mediocre and bland with that annoying indie girl voice. Lyrical content is the worst to come in a while. There is nothing more annoying than a pretty girl singing about feeling jealous of girls with good looks. Taylor swift had that similar cute dorky girl in her early years. Lame.
  54. Coppeddem
    May 23, 2021
    10
    This is by far one of the best debuts EVER. She is an amazing writer. And to the people saying "it's all the same subject" maybe it'd because she wrote this last year?? On her own?? She was not planning to release it all but just released drivers license just for the fun of it. She did not expect the reception it got so she just kept making the other songs that she had already made
  55. shadesofghostin
    May 23, 2021
    5
    good 4 u and deja vu were great and had me excited for the release but the only track i would find myself listening to after this (besides the two aforementioned tracks) is brutal and that’s it
  56. jamesauter
    May 23, 2021
    9
    With a world of expectations at her feet, Olivia Rodrigo managed to overcome and exceed even her most harsh critics. SOUR stands in a timeless place, representing the feelings of not just a generation but a place in age everyone grows into and out of, teenage-hood. The all encompassing album gives us beauty, tragedy, and strength in her own personal, angsty way. Influences of Paramore’sWith a world of expectations at her feet, Olivia Rodrigo managed to overcome and exceed even her most harsh critics. SOUR stands in a timeless place, representing the feelings of not just a generation but a place in age everyone grows into and out of, teenage-hood. The all encompassing album gives us beauty, tragedy, and strength in her own personal, angsty way. Influences of Paramore’s iconic punk sound structured by inspired lyrical ways of Lorde & Taylor Swift give her audience every bit of excellence they never knew they wanted until they had it. The album shows us that there is no place but up for Rodrigo, sure it has its weak points but its better than anything I wrote at 17 and thats what makes this most impressive. Look forward to her next projects!… Expand
  57. Nicol0194
    May 23, 2021
    0
    I really think it is an overrated album, if it has good songs but it is not so bad. I think they idolize her others. Also, I think he's hanging onto Taylor a lot, but hey. I also think there have really been better albums than this one.
  58. NguynnCuteUwU20
    May 23, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Such an amazing debut album! She has a beautiful voice and a wonderful writing music skill!!!… Expand
  59. Anjick
    May 23, 2021
    10
    I'm a sucker for Great Bridges and dramatic build ups, which she both achieved without neglecting the theme and the focal point of the lyrics.
  60. thiagossaguiar
    May 23, 2021
    10
    Sour é uma mistura de sentimentos, você consegue sentir a insegurança e medos de olivia mesmo sem nunca ter passado por ele, e se passou isso volta a tona por 30 minutos de músicas impecáveis, o álbum fala um pouco mais do que o ex de olivia rodrigo, fala abertamente sobre homofobia, sobre inseguranças, sobre a vida perfeita das pessoas na internet e o impactos nas pessoas, sobre aSour é uma mistura de sentimentos, você consegue sentir a insegurança e medos de olivia mesmo sem nunca ter passado por ele, e se passou isso volta a tona por 30 minutos de músicas impecáveis, o álbum fala um pouco mais do que o ex de olivia rodrigo, fala abertamente sobre homofobia, sobre inseguranças, sobre a vida perfeita das pessoas na internet e o impactos nas pessoas, sobre a ansiedade e a perca da juventude na pandemia, etc.… Expand
  61. afteraoty
    May 23, 2021
    10
    i nominate to aoty! Olivia has shown a lot of her potential and has everything to have a successful career, it is obvious that she will come out of the awards with her hands full!i nominate to aoty! Olivia has shown a lot of her potential and has everything to have a successful career, it is obvious that she will come out of the awards with her hands full!
  62. GabirobaLadeira
    May 23, 2021
    6
    It's a good album. But there is so much repetitive. There is some good tracks.
  63. invisible69
    May 23, 2021
    10
    Definitely did not expect this from her when I first heard driver’s license but this album is everything!!
  64. Ellmzn
    May 23, 2021
    10
    Best album of 2021, they way she sings on every song. You can feel the pain! Hoping for best new artist in grammy 2022
  65. brenoyo
    May 23, 2021
    10
    Sour nos leva a ver nossas vulnerabilidades e dor da melhor forma, de um jeito tranquilo e harmonioso.
  66. beatrizaras
    May 23, 2021
    9
    it’s very different throughout the album and her vocals match the pain in the lyrics... i love it
  67. SilvioJr
    May 23, 2021
    10
    perfect album, with strong, sad, beautiful and crazy music.
    The most perfect teen drama of recent times, thanks for that !!
  68. Josepesteves
    May 23, 2021
    10
    soooooooooooooooooooooooooo gooooooooood, i really love this! olivia is amazing
  69. Marinabatista
    May 23, 2021
    10
    The expectations were high, and I’m happy to say I am not disappointed at all! The album is incredible, congrats to Olivia and Dan for this masterpiece we didn’t know we needed!
  70. Denis1768
    May 23, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It starts off big with "brutal", especially the line "I'm so sick of 17, where's my **** teenage dream". Then there's happier an amazing song that she wrote by herself. I think jealousy, jealousy is my fave tho, and there's also the singles which are amazing; deja vu one of my fave songs of all time.… Expand
  71. jazzaybrackay
    May 23, 2021
    10
    Olivia Rodrigo's 'SOUR' is the next big thing. The album consisting of 11 tracks aims to please all audiences. Whilst demonstrating storytelling of teenage angst, heartbreak, and other common themes that many adolescents face, it experiments with various different styles of music. Examples of the contrast between different tracks include the first song on the album titled 'brutal.' ItOlivia Rodrigo's 'SOUR' is the next big thing. The album consisting of 11 tracks aims to please all audiences. Whilst demonstrating storytelling of teenage angst, heartbreak, and other common themes that many adolescents face, it experiments with various different styles of music. Examples of the contrast between different tracks include the first song on the album titled 'brutal.' It starts the album with an outrageous pop punk sound to scream all day long before transitioning into the ballad which is the romantic tragedy of 'traitor.' Instantly, you get to experience with two different sounding styles backed up by Olivia's fantastic vocals. Olivia also grew up surrounded by influences such as Taylor Swift, which explains her potential she has creating phenomenal lyricism which attracts many. This album is incredible and shows how authentic Olivia can be. Overall, 'SOUR' contains songs to make you cry, say "me too" to, scream at the top of your lungs, and define your emotions with, all at the same time. 'SOUR' truly has something for everybody!… Expand
  72. nurhikmattew
    May 23, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. She literally makes variousity in one album, and it ofcourse says the sourness of ex and it’s relatable life story for several people. Like literally she needs to move on from her ex and brand new her day with someone who accept every her jokes… Expand
  73. RichMax13
    May 23, 2021
    10
    This album is a masterpiece. Olivia's voice is angelic. Amazing songwriting, amazing production that perfectly fits to lyrics. Olivia perfectly picture a story in my head, i feel like i'm her in that moment, i feel all her emotions. All 11 songs are amazing and it's almost impossible to choose favourite one. Olivia showed big versatility. Vocals are chef's kiss. Only problem of this albumThis album is a masterpiece. Olivia's voice is angelic. Amazing songwriting, amazing production that perfectly fits to lyrics. Olivia perfectly picture a story in my head, i feel like i'm her in that moment, i feel all her emotions. All 11 songs are amazing and it's almost impossible to choose favourite one. Olivia showed big versatility. Vocals are chef's kiss. Only problem of this album is it's too short, i feel like i need 13 another songs. We are witnesses of born of new big star.… Expand
  74. justforliv
    May 23, 2021
    10
    I wish I would be 16 again listening to this masterpiece after my breakup. xx
  75. AkashLouis
    May 22, 2021
    1
    She talks about misogyny in the industry all while being a misogynist. Talks inferiorly about pop acts and diminishes them while making the blandest , mediocre pop album. Poor song writing, Overproduced Music and overall a whacky album.
  76. JacquesTb
    May 22, 2021
    10
    Sour is the perfect example of a good debut album. So emotional and well written, Sour shows all the Songwriting potential that Olivia Has, and it is very positive. I wish her the best in her career
  77. danilosilva
    May 22, 2021
    10
    Álbum impecável. Depois de 3 singles (sabiamente escolhidos) maravilhosos e totalmente versáteis, o hype pelo álbum de estreia da Olivia Rodrigo foi gigantesco. E ela conseguiu superar as expectativas. Talentosíssima igual a fav Taylor Swift. “brutal” é uma das melhores opening tracks que eu já ouvi, cativante demais. “jealousy, jealousy” é simplesmente uma pop perfection. Enfim, o álbumÁlbum impecável. Depois de 3 singles (sabiamente escolhidos) maravilhosos e totalmente versáteis, o hype pelo álbum de estreia da Olivia Rodrigo foi gigantesco. E ela conseguiu superar as expectativas. Talentosíssima igual a fav Taylor Swift. “brutal” é uma das melhores opening tracks que eu já ouvi, cativante demais. “jealousy, jealousy” é simplesmente uma pop perfection. Enfim, o álbum está aí para mostrar o motivo de Olivia Rodrigo ser o momento!… Expand
  78. Jessrodh
    May 22, 2021
    10
    Este álbum es una obra de arte, sus canciones son tan hermosas y la habilidad que tiene olivia para trasmitir es impresionante, sin duda el mejor álbum del año.
  79. jayxsuperstar18
    May 22, 2021
    10
    Beautiful songwriting and lovely vocals, this album is definitely a favorite of mine!
  80. gibibikow
    May 22, 2021
    10
    Well done Olivia! Such a great album, she's amazing for putting out an amazing album in her debut! She has a great career ahead, I can tell. Excited to see what more she'll bring us
  81. henriquesnery
    May 22, 2021
    10
    It's one of the best pop vocal albums I've ever listened to. Other than that, it is almost unbelievable that it's a debut album! The tracks are very honest and everyone can relate to the storytelling. Olivia is changing the industry and its rules.
  82. Buntybabku
    May 22, 2021
    0
    it's not good at all just overhyped. Songwriting is just at par but listening to the is just not fun at all its boring
  83. shashank30204
    May 22, 2021
    0
    Not a good album. It's totally overhyped .Except a few songs rest are total garbage crying for a guy the whole album absolutely nonsense
  84. carolnepaixao
    May 22, 2021
    9
    Eu fico chocada na maturidade que a Olivia tem escrevendo as letras da música!!!!!!
  85. SebasDiaz13
    May 22, 2021
    10
    Really good album Really good album Really good album Really good album Really good album Really good album good albumReally Really Really Really good album Really good album Really good album Really good album Really good album Really good album Really good album Really good album Really good album Really good album Really good album Really good album
  86. Edensotoo
    May 22, 2021
    10
    The songs all have a different vibe. And the lyrics are amazing ! It’s an all around great album.
  87. Erick7Andrade
    May 22, 2021
    9
    It's amazing, all the lyrics are great, everyone can see the talent of this girl! Definitely deeply lyrics, good sounds.. Love it ✨
  88. Intiyer13
    May 22, 2021
    2
    Álbum muy básico, sonidos y letras básicas donde la mayoría habla de lo mismo, aburrido
  89. swalsh20
    May 22, 2021
    10
    a perfect album that encapsulates the teenage experience and the heartbreak of a young relationship. olivia is a lyrically gifted artist with an amazing voice.
  90. fnridjebekdiwke
    May 22, 2021
    10
    this album is the bible. jesus himself was featured on this album. it was laced with experimental drugs and makes me feel things i never knew existed
  91. Thecrazjhony
    May 22, 2021
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nossa que álbum mais podre é esse! Não gostei nenhum pouco e não sei como ganhou fama! Podre esse álbum! … Expand
  92. Inmymindxo
    May 22, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Olivia outdid herself, it’s been awhile since I’ve heard album this good… Expand
  93. ArielXunqi
    May 22, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. THE **** VOCALS THE **** LYRICS THE **** BRIDGE I’M AMAZED I CAN’T EVEN COMMENT THIS #SOUROlivia… Expand
  94. matheusdesouza
    May 22, 2021
    10
    Esse álbum é incrível! Simplesmente um dos melhores debuts da história. Olivia tem uma essência artística indiscutível e consegue passar sua emoção em cada faixa.
  95. landononthatrac
    May 22, 2021
    10
    ate ate ate ate ate she killed she ate love love love love i live hee sm shebdhsbznnxnendnnsnsnnzndnenxnsndnfnndndnendjdjjdjdjd
  96. Bourgui
    May 22, 2021
    10
    This is so amazing see young singers liker her, singing amazings songs so well wrote. Olivia is so young to write like if her had so many troubles in her life and thats why the album is good cause most about her write is the real life. Amazing album.
  97. aamourah
    May 22, 2021
    10
    Perfeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeectttttttttttttttttt Perfeeeeeeect
  98. tais1234
    May 22, 2021
    10
    Her inspiration in Taylor Swift is clear with her masterclass songwriting. It is impossible not to connect with her lyrics and the songs are very well produced. Incredible work for a debut album. Excited for what's to come from Olivia Rodrigo.
  99. kskskksksks
    May 22, 2021
    10
    perfeito demais viu amei twnto tanto tanto matou muitoooooossssss vai olivia vai olivia vai olivia
  100. joaomess
    May 22, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's phenomenal how Rodrigo could express plenty of distinct emotions throughout her debut album. It gives us feelings that we can't even relate properly - because we've never experienced particular and singular things that she has -, but we truly feel whatever she's singing by the way she sings it. The themes range from loving disillusionment to the sorrows of aging without prospects or thinking you've wasted time and were masterfully addressed by the "good 4 u" singer in this record. Olivia Rodrigo has shown part of her huge potential in "Sour" and we're looking forward to her next steps in the music industry.… Expand
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#89 Best Album of 2021
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#11 Most Discussed Album of 2021

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Metascore
83

Universal acclaim - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
  1. AllMusic
    May 28, 2021
    80
    Her combination of sweet melodies and bitter moods, her conversational flow, and her self-awareness are all skills many songwriters twice her age would love to call their own, and they make Sour a well-rounded emotional journey and strong debut album.
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  2. PopMatters
    May 25, 2021
    70
    Sour, for the most part, is a pop album that dips its toes into the alt-pop and bedroom pop subgenres, specifically spending most of its time in the latter. ... Rodrigo's lo-fi deep cuts that were made in the shadow of "Drivers License" can sound a bit repetitive. Her craft as a songwriter is especially evident on tracks like "Enough For You", "Happier", or "Hope Ur Ok", but the acoustic complexion these songs were going for could have benefitted from a bit more background noise.
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  3. Exclaim
    May 25, 2021
    80
    By the end of the album, Rodrigo has established her voice and showed listeners that she's not afraid to be vulnerable. SOUR is a strong debut that vividly illustrates the beautiful chaos of being inside a teenage girl's brain.
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