Sweet Talker
by Jessie J
  • Record Label: Island
  • Release Date: Oct 14, 2014
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5.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 163 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 76 out of 163
  2. Mixed: 24 out of 163
  3. Negative: 63 out of 163
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  1. Dennonyx
    Feb 20, 2015
    9
    Jessie J is perhaps the only pop artist who has shown throughout his career a gradual, steady improvement. If 'Who You Are' was contaminated by cloying garbage and 'Alive' was at odds too much moderate and banal, 'Sweet Talker' is the perfect balance between power melodic and crackling sexy. Many songs contain both the elements skillfully merged into a single piece, and if hit track 'BangJessie J is perhaps the only pop artist who has shown throughout his career a gradual, steady improvement. If 'Who You Are' was contaminated by cloying garbage and 'Alive' was at odds too much moderate and banal, 'Sweet Talker' is the perfect balance between power melodic and crackling sexy. Many songs contain both the elements skillfully merged into a single piece, and if hit track 'Bang Bang' comes with all her twerk factor the following 'Fire' and 'Personal' show all the beauty of Jessie's voice.

    Varied but consistent, slightly underrated by both the people and critic.

    Best song: Masterpiece
    Worst song: Seal Me With A Kiss    … Expand
  2. johnaraujjo
    Oct 16, 2014
    10
    She made ​​her more accurate album, more consistent. It features tracks and structures, some interesting letters. There are fantastic productions emphasizing Sweet Talker and Masterpiece. Jessie put her best on each track, more soul. Deserves recognition.
  3. nasosli
    Oct 14, 2014
    10
    Sweet Talker: 10

    The amazing voice of Jessie, the perfect lyrics and the magical music made this album!!!! Sweet Talker is as good as her debut album, Who You Are. GREECE WANTS YOU JESSIE
  4. Mykebeat
    Oct 17, 2014
    10
    um pouco de WYA e Alive, só tem hinos, Get Away me fez chorar, rainha do UK, Sweet Talker precisa ser single, é triste ver uma cantora tão completa n ser reconhecida, ctz ela vai conseguir o topo novamente.
  5. ellencornish
    Oct 28, 2014
    10
    The best of her so far! She's absolutely the best vocalist and vocal acrobatic artist on music industry right now. There are so many potencial hit singles.
  6. wallacethobias
    Oct 15, 2014
    10
    Esse é mais um álbum que ouvi do começo ao fim e amei todas as faixas. Bang Bang e Burnin' Up são bem comerciais e eu entendo que deve ter essa parte para poder divulgar o álbum. Tirando isso AMEI, melhor que Alive com certeza, ela continua sendo a dona do UK. ♥
  7. LittleMatt
    Oct 16, 2014
    10
    Such a great album.

    I'm deeply in love with Masterpiece and Loud. Ain't Been Done, Your Lost I'm Found, Sweet Talker, Fire... The album is just filled with great songs.
  8. felipperh15
    Oct 14, 2014
    10
    Tudo perfeito, amei o álbum, a Jessie é uma diva e merece muito sucesso. Não gostei muito de Said Too Much mas isso é uma opinião minha mesmo, por que o resto ta perfeito!
  9. jessiexota
    Oct 14, 2014
    10
    Apesar de ter sido gravado em menos de 1 ano, Sweet Talker é anos luz melhor que Alive e com certeza é um dos melhores álbuns de 2014. Bang Bang e Burnin’ Up estão meio perdidas, mas no resto o álbum consegue casar muito bem. Ain’t Been Done consegue destruir fácil os haters da rainha do UK mais conhecida como Jessie J. A faixa Sweet Talker é ótima, mas a versão live destrói completamente.Apesar de ter sido gravado em menos de 1 ano, Sweet Talker é anos luz melhor que Alive e com certeza é um dos melhores álbuns de 2014. Bang Bang e Burnin’ Up estão meio perdidas, mas no resto o álbum consegue casar muito bem. Ain’t Been Done consegue destruir fácil os haters da rainha do UK mais conhecida como Jessie J. A faixa Sweet Talker é ótima, mas a versão live destrói completamente. Fire mostra o poder da Jessie com sua tremenda voz. Masterpiece é outro recado para os haters, essa faixa tem cara de hit e o refrão é avassalador. Personal é muito digna, mesmo não tendo participado da composição ela consegue passar toda emoção com o passar dos segundos. Strip é alegre, uma faixa que te faz lembrar da Jessie de 2011. Seal Me With a Kiss pisa facilmente em Daydreamin’ e é a melhor parceria do álbum. Loud é impactante. Get Away é tão crua, tão doce, tão emotiva....como não chorar? Keep Us Together é um dos melhores R&B que ouvi da Jessie, a letra é um amor. You Don’t Really Know Me mostra o lado mais pessoal da Jessie e não teria outra forma melhor de terminar o álbum. RAINHA DO UK.… Expand
  10. francisrgo
    Oct 15, 2014
    7
    The album is a little bit disjointed. However, she is undeniably talented. Her voice shines in lower tempo songs, almost acoustic, including "Sweet Talker" and "Get Away." It showcases her great register. "Ain't Been Done" and "Masterpiece" are reminiscent of her old songs "Do it Like a Dude" and "Price Tag." Overall the album just needed more direct concept.
  11. arvintaylor138
    Oct 19, 2014
    9
    After viewing mixed to negative reviews from both critics and fans, I was very skeptical about listening or purchasing this album as I was worried she might "Americanize" her sound in order to make it mainstream in the US becoming another pop artist. However, I decided to buy the album, and I was not disappointed! The album is very solid even though at times, many tracks are forgettableAfter viewing mixed to negative reviews from both critics and fans, I was very skeptical about listening or purchasing this album as I was worried she might "Americanize" her sound in order to make it mainstream in the US becoming another pop artist. However, I decided to buy the album, and I was not disappointed! The album is very solid even though at times, many tracks are forgettable and similar. She has produced another great album. Personally, this is a very enjoyable album, with a little fun, mesmerizing ballads and dance tunes!! Worth the buy! :)
    Best tracks: "Strip", "Bang Bang".    … Expand
  12. rhemmings
    Dec 19, 2014
    10
    Who You Are was bad, Alive was badder, Sweet Talker is the Baddest. I mean Sweet Talker has everything what its supposed to have like the sweet, power voice of Jessie J, the Lyrics etc. This will be her BEST album to her fans (Like Me) especially to those who didn't like her second album which I did find it to be fun and exciting especially some of her dance songs in the album. MyWho You Are was bad, Alive was badder, Sweet Talker is the Baddest. I mean Sweet Talker has everything what its supposed to have like the sweet, power voice of Jessie J, the Lyrics etc. This will be her BEST album to her fans (Like Me) especially to those who didn't like her second album which I did find it to be fun and exciting especially some of her dance songs in the album. My favourite songs from Sweet Talker are: Aint't Been Done, Burning Up, of course Bang Bang, the Album Title, Fire, Loud, Personal, Seal Me With A Kiss, Masterpiece, Said Too Much, Strip and Get Away… Expand
  13. JohnnyDF
    Dec 4, 2014
    9
    Jessie J's third effort proves to be a well-driven attempt at breaking America, with a quite great outcome (have you seen Bang Bang's performance on the charts?). Stand-outs include the aforementioned hit ft. Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj, the album's title track 'Sweet Talker', the lovely 'Keep Us Together' and the funky 'Seal Me With a Kiss' ft. a fantastic verse from trio De La Soul.Jessie J's third effort proves to be a well-driven attempt at breaking America, with a quite great outcome (have you seen Bang Bang's performance on the charts?). Stand-outs include the aforementioned hit ft. Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj, the album's title track 'Sweet Talker', the lovely 'Keep Us Together' and the funky 'Seal Me With a Kiss' ft. a fantastic verse from trio De La Soul.
    Generic track 'Masterpiece' does sound a little bit 'been there, done that', but it certainly moves the album forward in a great, anthemic way.
    Ballads 'Personal' and 'Get Away' don't stand out from the ensemble of tracks that is 'Sweet Talker' , but they do showcase J's already known vocal mastery, which isn't a bad thing at all.
    'Fire' and 'Loud', which features violinist Lindsey Stirling, both have massive vocal endings that keep you hooked in and don't fail to deliver.
    Ultimately, 'Sweet Talker' is a well-produced, vocally talented and solid record that nobody should miss out on.    … Expand
  14. vithorsaraiva
    Dec 2, 2014
    10
    The best album of Jessie J, no doubt. All the songs are great, masterpiece, personal and sweet talker are very good, not to mention BANG BANG it was the best song of 2014. Jessie deserves much recognition and many awards. Sweet Talker is worthy of a grammy!
  15. GustavoRibeiro
    Oct 16, 2015
    7
    Melhores músicas: Ain't Been Done, Sweet Talker, Bang Bang, Personal, Fire, Said Too Much, Keep Us Together
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  16. isthatbrandon
    Mar 9, 2016
    9
    Jessie J delivered a really strong pop album yet again. She is possibly one of the most underrated acts of our generation, she is insanely talented. Some songs on here are among her best - such as You Don't Really Know Me, Sweet Talker and Masterpiece. I think people are too critical on her as they don't want her to be a huge star, she's truly one of the best pop stars on offer right now.
  17. coollooking
    Aug 10, 2016
    9
    The best Jessie's album.
    She wanted something more emotional and complicated in lyrics and melody. Her voice is very good to listen. Here we can find calm tracks but also powerful songs about love , self-confidence and mistakes.
    I think that "Burnin' Up" with "You Don't Really Know Me" could be more refined. But rest of the album is perfect ,so I don't have to say anything. Some songs    The best Jessie's album.
    She wanted something more emotional and complicated in lyrics and melody. Her voice is very good to listen. Here we can find calm tracks but also powerful songs about love , self-confidence and mistakes.
    I think that "Burnin' Up" with "You Don't Really Know Me" could be more refined. But rest of the album is perfect ,so I don't have to say anything. Some songs aren't written by Jessie but it doesn't matter!!!
    If I could choose something for fourth single, it would be "Fire".
    Hope you're gonna like it!!!!    … Expand
  18. dym_amensky
    Jul 23, 2018
    10
    One of the most enjoyable and good albums of the year. The lyrics and Jessie's voice are fascinating. I admire this work. I still listen to this album with great satisfaction. Bravo!
  19. AGladman
    Apr 29, 2017
    10
    Flawless Vocals, Flawless Songs. Jessie J is one of the most talented vocalists and songwriters of our time. She produces not only her songs but other peoples. Sweet Talker really demonstrates the best of her vocal and song writing ability. My personal highlight of the album is 'Burnin' Up with a big loud dance beat which is totally infectious. However mix that with the R&B of "Keep UpFlawless Vocals, Flawless Songs. Jessie J is one of the most talented vocalists and songwriters of our time. She produces not only her songs but other peoples. Sweet Talker really demonstrates the best of her vocal and song writing ability. My personal highlight of the album is 'Burnin' Up with a big loud dance beat which is totally infectious. However mix that with the R&B of "Keep Up Together" and the vocal power that features on "Get Away" this album truly does have something for everyone.
    JESSIE J - SWEET TALKER    … Expand
  20. nessie_veliz
    Mar 29, 2020
    10
    Jessie J tiene una de las mejores voces de la industria musical y está tan infravalorada que ni siquiera son capaces de ver el arte que ella hace en cada disco.
  21. Gipsy_Toy
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Es un álbum muy infravalorado, es de las pocas artistas que lleva muy marcado su sello y en este álbum se ve

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Mixed or average reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

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  1. Positive: 1 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 11
  3. Negative: 1 out of 11
  1. PopMatters
    Nov 20, 2014
    50
    Ultimately, Sweet Talker falls short of pop glory.
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  2. The Telegraph (UK)
    Oct 21, 2014
    60
    She still packs too many showboating notes into each songs. But she’s also finding a unique vulnerability on ballads like Loud, where she effectively confronts the haters with her humanity.
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  3. Rolling Stone
    Oct 21, 2014
    50
    Jessie's at her best when she's having fun. She just doesn't have enough of it here.
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