• Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Aug 17, 2018
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  1. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    its a 10/10, the vocals are amazing and the album explores new genres. It's so different from what we're used to.
  2. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    ARIANA YOU DID THAT!!! so good omg. every song is perfection. LOVE this new sound! also 91 #1's already!!! its what you deserve
  3. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    The amount of people giving this album a bad review is really sad. You asked Ariana to experiment, she did and then you complain? She can't win. I'm so impressed with it. Her best piece of work to date.
  4. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    this album is perfection . it shows her artistic growth and how she is switching up her sound for the better . i was slightly unsure wether i’d like it as much as i like her pop music but this album is 10x better than her 3 previous albums . go listen to it , it’s a major grower if you didn’t lkle it from the start (how could you not like it tho)
  5. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    A masterpiece. This album shows Ariana’s growth as an artist, her voice and the production it’s just perfection
  6. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    A stunning album !! So fun and light, beautiful lyrics and chill songs. Definetely her best album yet. Breathin, Get Well Soon and Everytime are amazing !!!!
  7. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Experimental. Never expected something like this from her (in a good way!). People bashing this album are the ones that's been saying to Ariana to change her sound since she dropped My Everything, but when she does it, they don't ike it because it's not pop. Make it make sense....
  8. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    O álbum mais coeso e pessoal dela, feliz que ela tenha saído de um ritmo pra experimentar sons novos
  9. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Ariana created her best album to date. This isn’t an opinion, it‘s a fact. Each track stands on its own, the lyrics represent her life: whether it is about love, success or self care, she puts her heart on her sleeve for the first time. She could have easily made a Dangerous Woman 2.0 but she experimented and topped all of my expectations. Listen to all her discography from Yours Truly tilAriana created her best album to date. This isn’t an opinion, it‘s a fact. Each track stands on its own, the lyrics represent her life: whether it is about love, success or self care, she puts her heart on her sleeve for the first time. She could have easily made a Dangerous Woman 2.0 but she experimented and topped all of my expectations. Listen to all her discography from Yours Truly til Sweetener, the artistic growth is incredible. Expand
  10. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Sweetener is one of Ariana’s most experimental and cohesive albums she has released TO DATE. Sweetener is almost full of sounds we haven’t heard from Ariana before and she has successfully created one of the best albums of 2018.
  11. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    this is so different to her previous albums yet i loved EVERY BIT of it, she truly did that with everytime, breathin' and goodnight n go. THIS ALBUM IS A 10000/10
  12. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Yass girl we heard something and it slaps so hard our expensive full lace front real hair wig went on a space trip and never returned
  13. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Her BEST album by far! all cohesive, production is flawless and the harmonies?? WE’RE IN LOVE.
  14. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    this album is her best so far.. it allows us to explore ariana’s feelings, it takes you to places. its a perfect mix of pop and R&B and shows ariana’s vocal abilities as well. it is truly phenomenal and has a special message behind it that hopefully everyone would get!.
  15. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Best Ariana Album to date.All of the tracks are different but the album is perfectly connected together into one beautiful message,as Ariana said to sweeten the situation.
  16. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    so so impressed with this masterpiece of an album!!! she experimented so well and it all paid off, this is her best album for sure omg
  17. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    This album is so powerful & fun . Its a mixture of r&b and pop which is why i love it more ! and also this has different flavours to it . Every song is so unique and beautiful in their own ways . Considering this as one of her BEST album ever :)
  18. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    **** SOLID!!! I love her so much and she deserves the world. Whoever is voiting 0 are bitter old ppl or the other creepy stans who dont like her
  19. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    An amazing album . She is so talented and deserves a 80+ on metacritics for her voice and her growth in the music scene
  20. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Best album ever! high notes i love this!!!!!!!!!! Best female singer actually!
  21. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Ms. Ariana Grande shows that she is not scared to explroe new sounds. This record shows how much she has matured over her musical career and that she cannot be constrained to only pop like most artists. Good effort by the vocalist.
  22. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    such an amazing album, all songs are great to listen to which is different from her past albums where there would be some songs that would be skipped. 'breathin' is so beautiful and really shows how Ariana was feeling after the Manchester incident. I loved that in 'get well soon' she left 40 seconds of remembrance time for the victims who were lost in the tragic event on 5/22 (which is howsuch an amazing album, all songs are great to listen to which is different from her past albums where there would be some songs that would be skipped. 'breathin' is so beautiful and really shows how Ariana was feeling after the Manchester incident. I loved that in 'get well soon' she left 40 seconds of remembrance time for the victims who were lost in the tragic event on 5/22 (which is how long the track is) Also songs like 'blazed' and 'boderline' are fun upbeat songs which i think that everyone would want to dance too. So overall i think that this is Ariana's best album to date. Expand
  23. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    This is by far Ariana's most personal and experimental album. She is pushing the boundary and expectations of what people think they can expect from her. These R&B inspired tracks give a bright glimpse into the future of Grande's work.
  24. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Best ariana album after yours truly, the album has an incredible R&B vibe mixed with a little pop which makes the album incredible
  25. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Sweetener is one of Ariana’s best pieces of work so far. It really distinguishes itself from the others in consistency and how it has a defined sonority, something I believe Ariana hasn’t done so well in other albums - while Ariana achieved to prove her versatility in her first three albums, I appreciate the fact this one Sweetener has a defined sonority, as stated. It is also more matureSweetener is one of Ariana’s best pieces of work so far. It really distinguishes itself from the others in consistency and how it has a defined sonority, something I believe Ariana hasn’t done so well in other albums - while Ariana achieved to prove her versatility in her first three albums, I appreciate the fact this one Sweetener has a defined sonority, as stated. It is also more mature than ever as we get a big chunk of Ariana’s persona, struggles and achievements. One of best albums to come out so far this year, for sure! Expand
  26. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Sweetener is Ariana’s best album by far. She’s experimenting with her sound, and that’s how someone can grow artistically. Her vocals on the album are so powerful, and she hasn’t only used her head voice (that gives me chills everytime), but her lower register too. Definitely a great album!!! Everything about it is perfect!
  27. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Not the best album but HER best album. Each song has a story and it's very personal. It may lack vocals demonstration but it still is great as **** I can feel her through this album and that's why it's my favorite. breathin is the best song narrowly followed by god is a woman which empowers women perfectly
  28. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    The public asked for music that is different and unique yet catchy and interesting. And Ariana Grande has managed to give it to them, and at the same time, trying to spread love and light. She has matured through her personality and through her music and the everyone couldn’t have been prouder.
  29. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Ela com certeza perdeu o medo de sair da caixa e entregar para o público algo que deve ser digerido e não um simples album pop genérico. Um dos melhores trabalhos dela.
  30. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    one of the best albums I have ever heard i am still shook Ariana really did that and proved that she’s not a pop teen singer anymore, she’s a main
  31. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    This album is awesone... It's an anthem to the happiness and love... Sweetener it's a remedy for the heart and soul... The sound it's pacific and full of love, it's beautiful an album full of hope and relief for the soul and heart... it's a light in the midst of darkness... 100% Recommended it's good for the spirit...
  32. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    This album is perfect it has a little bit of all her album it’s amazing and she also sounds amazing
  33. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    The album is different from her original style, it’s nice to see a change. My personal favourites are Everytime, borderline, god is a woman and sweetener.
  34. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Truly wonderful. Ariana Grande is showing a whole new level of versatility. She is incorporating r&b with a hint of pop and a touch of 90s diva. She is portraying what artist growth is. I'm incredibly proud of her, her work, and this new album. This piece is wonderfully produced and vocally executed well. This is a masterpiece. I love you Ariana!
  35. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    It's just amazing. Haters can stay pressed. Breathin, God is a woman, Everytime are my top 3
  36. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    A mature new album for a badass, beautiful, talented Woman ! This is Sweetener.
  37. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    I love that she tried a new sound and is evolving with this album as an artist
  38. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    this is her best album yet. deserves to be given a chance. it’s something totally different from what she has put out. deserves a Grammy
  39. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    HER BEST ALBUM. VOCALS, R&B, POP, POSITIVITY, We love an experimental queen.
  40. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Melhor trabalho dela; como o próprio nome diz, as músicas são doces, adoráveis e agradáveis, sendo bastante coesas. Algumas ficaram presas na mesmice, mas a maioria conseguiu trazer algo diferente (o que acarretou críticas mal-fundamentadas). De todo jeito, um ótimo álbum.
  41. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    her most different work but still her best, it sounds amazing, loved it so much!!
  42. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    This is amazing!! Sweetener é um lindo álbum, sobre o amor, felicidade, força e feminilidade. Também é musicalmente surpreendente, ritmos e harmonias arejadas, substituem as enormes batidas e coros pelos quais Ariana Grande é conhecida"
  43. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    GREAT ALBUM!! It’s something so different from her previous albums. I can see a different vibe with this album. Something I thought I would of never heard from her.
  44. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Sweetene ris a fabulous album R & B, in this album we realized that Aryan has no way of innovating as many teen has. she is so safe and her voice is impeccable, the songs are all hymns if the haters did not like .... problem them
  45. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Sweetener is Ariana's best album to date. She tried a new style and has outdone herself. Breathin' would be a perfect third single tho. I'm obsessed with the album! Great job Ariana!
  46. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the sweetener is one of the great Ariana albums, it really turned out the way Ariana described it, and I want to thank her for such a wonderful gift in the music industry and that she continued to please us with her works. Expand
  47. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    That was the best music who i ever listening.Good work.I love this album so much,and my favorite songs was Breathing,Everytime,Get Well Soon,Goodnight n go,Sweetener,NTLTC,GIAW
  48. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Sweetener her best album (for me). I see myself in many songs, this was not with any of her previous albums. 10/10.
  49. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. amazing. just beautiful. it’s a perfect blend of pop and r&b. Very different from her last projects and most definitely her best one Expand
  50. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Офигенный альбом
  51. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Perfeito. Melhor álbum da princesa do pop até agora! Inovou em tudo, saiu da sua zona de conforto. Está impecável!!
  52. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Nice Album. Talent singer! Beautiful voice! It is real cool music!!! Love Ariana Grande! Pretty girt!
  53. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    A very cool and at the same time a nice album in which Ariana was able to convey all her feelings and emotions, it's worth it to listen )
  54. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Пишу из Росси))) Самый шикарный альбом. Может,для кого-то он и не такой ожидаемый,но меня все устраивает. Многие ждали именно такую музыку. Альбом на репите. Люблю ОрЕаНу!
  55. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Such an amazing album. Really happy that she expirimented with different sounds and genres. Clearly one of the best! albums released in 2018
  56. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    SWEETENER is Ariana’s best album, she gives up new dope sounds, and the lyrics had an upgrade.
  57. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Этот альбом шикарен,он очень особенный и несёт в себе сообщение.Определённо это новое звучание,к которому не все привыкли в этом и особенность альбома Sweetener.Мои любимые песни однозначно: R.E.M, breathin и no tears left to cry
  58. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    sweetener, the fourth LP from the one and only Ariana Grande delivers songs such as “breathin” and “better off” which are emotional songs and the dreamy “R.E.M” that’d make you wanna fall in love. Vocally and sonically she definitely nailed it. give it a listen, definitely worth it
  59. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Sem duvidas um dos melhores álbuns do ano, Grande passeia pela música com a sua voz e explora novos ritmos, combina sua potência vocal com melodias harmônicas e cresce musicalmente deixando pra trás todas as canções "bubllegum pop". É com certeza um álbum muito maduro que será visto nas premiações e no Grammy.
  60. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i love it.everthing from her is perfect.sweetner is one another proof for it.Just perfect! Her voice, his sound, everithing is perfect! She gained a lot of haters tho. Who cares, they have no life. Expand
  61. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    this album is a masterpiece. the songs are stuck in my head, sound amazing, vary in styles but remain cohesive & i felt a strong connection w the album - especially get well soon and breathin which were the two best tracks.
  62. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    "Sweetener" definitivamente é o "Joanne" de Lady Gaga, para Ariana Grande. Este álbum pode não ter em seus pontos fortes grandes letras, mas a harmonia que o compõe faz está trajetória de quarenta minutos parecerem uma longa conversa de si para si mesmo em seu cérebro. "Sweetener" é a desconstrução da "Dangerous Woman" e o nascimento de uma pessoa humana, para o público. Seus vocais não"Sweetener" definitivamente é o "Joanne" de Lady Gaga, para Ariana Grande. Este álbum pode não ter em seus pontos fortes grandes letras, mas a harmonia que o compõe faz está trajetória de quarenta minutos parecerem uma longa conversa de si para si mesmo em seu cérebro. "Sweetener" é a desconstrução da "Dangerous Woman" e o nascimento de uma pessoa humana, para o público. Seus vocais não são elevados como de seus álbuns anteriores, mas, em momento algum saem da linha de onde devem estar. Há uma dúvida, a mídia e seus fãs podem não o recebe-lo muito bem, mas, a crítica está pronta para abraçar este álbum como uma obra de arte, que ele é. Ariana Grande finalmente achou o seu lugar. Expand
  63. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    In a nutshell is one of the best albums by Ariana Grande
    My top is
    -R.E.M
    -breathin
    -goodnight n go
    -giaw
    -ntltc
  64. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    This album is amazing all of you just so pressed with MsGrande,She sounds amazing on this record and change her gebre to R & B your favs cant relate
  65. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    more r&b sound with a twist of pop. for those who like a change in sound but don't want a whole new artist this album is perfect. thoroughly enjoyed listening to it. she's done it again
  66. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Awesome, our princess shocked us with her new rhythms, we love her and her album.
  67. Aug 18, 2018
    10
    a diverse but at the same time cohesive album, full of unexpected sounds that were not used to from Ariana. Truly a breath of fresh air in the, at the moment, monotone music scene. Her best album by far.
  68. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Ariana just released one of her best albums. She has experimented a lot with new artists like Missy Elliot and the album is 75% produced by Pharrel Williams who has a strange sound but good. Ariana serves vocals in some songs but also has a sweet voice in other ones , good combination. She keeps her pop sound but also mixes new sounds which is amazing! It's very worthy to listen.
  69. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    O ALBUM MAIS MADURO E COESO DA ARI, muitos Arihits e Aricharts odiaram por falta de farofa, mas esse álbum tá perfeito (particularmente eu não gostei muito de R.E.M e borderline)
  70. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    simplesmente o melhor álbum da ariana, esse album é perfeito, todas as tracks são perfeitas, tudo nesse álbum é perfeito
  71. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    pop perfection pop perfection pop perfection pop perfection pop perfection pop perfection
  72. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Ariana gives us brand new music and I am so glad she does. Sweetener, Breathin, R.E.M are my favs.
  73. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    This album is wow i love it pharrell did something new to this album i love it cause is not like her 3 last albums and max snapped with breathin giaw ntltc ♡
  74. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is everything! Ariana doesn't play out to you. She loves you, she love Arianators, she loves her album, she loves herself. Definitely it's a very important thing!
    Yeah it's a new style and it sounds absolutely great!
    Understand the meaning of the songs, you'll see this is exactly what Ari and other people need right now. I mean she's calling you so don't be afraid and follow her! Go with the flow and leave everything bad behind.
    "Comin' out even when it's rainin' down. Can't stop now! Can't stop so shut your mouth." God! I'm in love with the album and the message...
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  75. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    This album is a зaradise for ears. I love Ariana and her music. It's too beautiful.
  76. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    De longe é o melhor álbum da carreira. Ela explorou todo sua capacidade vocal e surpreendeu todos pelo seu novo trabalho. Isso está incrível!!
  77. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Estou estou completamente apaixonado por esse álbum, Ariana sempre nos surpreendendo e nunca deixando a desejar.
  78. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Esse álbum trouxe uma sonoridade diferente de tudo que ela já fez, todas as músicas são maravilhosas
  79. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    conceitual! um álbum que é preciso ouvir com cuidado letras perfeitas melodias perfeitas Ariana saiu totalmente da sua área de conforto e nos mostrou como é ficar adocados
  80. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. é o melhor álbum da ariana eu amei todas simplesmente o a intro deveria ser maior somente ❤️ Expand
  81. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Lembrem-se amores, Sweetener não pode competir com o Revival da Selena Gomez.
    Porque o mesmo já foi enterrado pelo Dangerous Woman.

    É um álbum para os fãs, à frente do tempo.
    Digno de Grammy Best Pop Vocal Album
  82. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Ariana trás algo novo em Sweetener, diferente do que ela já fez nos albuns anteriores, a parceria com Pharrell é duvidosa e eu estava reciosos, porém me surpreendi, o trabalho é lindo e nos da algo realmente sweet para escutar, é um deleito.
  83. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O álbum esbanja harmonias perfeitas, melodias fortes, ao mesmo tempo sensíveis e doces, a voz madura, uns vocais mais preservados, ariana se reinovou e deu super certo Expand
  84. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Simplesmente perfeito, Album Of The Year. Um album longe de tudo que a Ariana já fez em comparação aos seus trabalhos anteriores, é uma ideia perfeita para quem gosta de explorar o máximo de gêneros. E a rainha voltou para mostrar que pode se aperfeiçoar a qualquer desafio e riscos.
  85. Aug 17, 2018
    10
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  86. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    O álbum realmente está incrível, mostrando um novo lado da Ariana, que não se prende a um gênero que as pessoas gostam e impõem, ela saiu de sua zona de conforto, para inovar, espero que em seu próximo álbum ela inove mais ainda seu contexto musical e tente também alguns outros estilos (nos que ela se encaixe, obviamente).
  87. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    ariana conseguiu se superar com esse album, totalmente fora do comum e extremamente bom, nao tem como negar que é um dos melhores trabalhos dela de longe, totalmente orgulhosa disso
  88. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Um album totalmente diferente de tudo que ela ja fez, que não deixou de ser bom, coeso, organizado e adulto, algo assim enriquece o intelecto sonoro e é essencial na carreira de alguem que veio de um meio "teen". Expand
  89. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    muito bom, ótimos vocais e musicas maravilhosas. Eu esperava bastante do álbum, mas superou minhas expectativas.
  90. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    is definitely her best album, is extremely well produced and has great lyrics, the quality is high and Ariana continues to prove that she is capable of surpassing every album
  91. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Sem dúvida alguma, esse é um dos melhores álbuns da carreira da cantora Ariana Grande, expressa muito bem o lado espiritual da cantora, e ainda mais, não é aquele álbum farofa tradicional igual aos outros, e sim, e um álbum bem diferente de qualquer outro que tenha sido lançado nesse ano!
  92. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    a perfeição em forma de álbum. a mensagem que esse álbum passa é maravilhosa e o fato que a Ariana saiu da zona de conforto pra buscar o próprio som o torna melhor ainda.
  93. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    this album is so different but it's absolutely amazing. I really wasn't expecting it to be this well produced and written. on repeat for the next 289 years! not one bad song!
  94. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    In this album Ariana leaves her comfort zone to try new things and she did it with a huge talent, as always.
  95. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Es una perfecta combinación de ritmos, algo muy diferente a ll que hemos escuchado este año en otros albums, se arriesgo a probar nuevos sonidos y juega muy bien con ellos.
  96. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Um álbum incrível, diferente de tudo que a Ariana já lançou, uma artista completa, que esta se arriscando em algo novo.
  97. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    O album está ótimo, Ariana nunca decepciona. Só pessoas inteligentes entenderiam esse álbum e eu entendi! Enfim, álbum do ano.
  98. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    I can not stop listening, it is so good, my favorite is Goodnight n Go, I love all but this specialness, Ariana manages to overcome more and more, I love her
  99. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    não foi o que eu esperava mas me surpreendeu muito, a Ariana explorou estilos diferentes e que se encaixaram perfeitamente na voz dela. Esse álbum é uma perfeita mistura de R&B e pop com um trabalho maravilhoso nos vocais e na produção
  100. Aug 17, 2018
    10
    El mejor album de Ariana Grande Hasta Ahora
    No hay palabras para definirlo simplemente Perfecto.
Metascore
81

Universal acclaim - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 20
  2. Negative: 0 out of 20
  1. Aug 31, 2018
    70
    Grande’s new sound, the Williams-produced Not-Bangers, only make up half of the album. These standout tracks are interspersed between standard pop tracks. ... That’s not to say that the Bangers on Sweetener are bad--it’s more that they belong in previous era of Grande and they spoil the flow between songs. Sweetener may not be the dawning of a new age for Ariana but it could be a step towards somewhere weird and wonderful.
  2. Aug 29, 2018
    90
    Ms. Grande backs up her statements with song-and-dance mastery. ... She’s her own choir, support group and posse. While a few guest vocalists (Mr. Williams, Nicki Minaj, Missy Elliott) provide a little grit for contrast, Ms. Grande sails above any fray, past or present. Her aplomb is her triumph.
  3. Aug 28, 2018
    80
    An album that coheres in a way other Ariana Grande albums don't, which means Sweetener is something of a double triumph: she's come through a tough time stronger and better than before.