Talk That Talk
by Rihanna
  • Record Label: Def Jam
  • Release Date: Nov 21, 2011
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7.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 609 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 401 out of 609
  2. Mixed: 113 out of 609
  3. Negative: 95 out of 609
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  1. rodq09
    Aug 24, 2022
    10
    Rihanna showed us with this work that she is an excellent trend maker, in addition to the greatest hitmaker. Talk That Talk will always be the reference of the EDM.
  2. onelove
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    rihanna doesn’t have a single bad song in her discography. it’s my least favourite album of hers but it’s still enjoyable
  3. DarkseidH
    May 17, 2021
    10
    Para mim tinha tudo para ser o álbum mais aclamado da carreira da Rihanna. Porém a divulgação do álbum como um todo não foi das melhores, exceto para "We Found Love"...
  4. arianagrande626
    May 8, 2021
    7
    It's not her best one but it's not that bad. It mostly has a dance sound. My favorites are You Da One, Where Have You Been and We Found Love.
  5. 4R73N15
    May 29, 2020
    10
    Great body of work. Album filled with hits which still maintains an amazing flow. Perfect blend of electronic, r&b, pop and urban sounds
  6. DavidReneIV
    May 29, 2020
    10
    Definitivamente un excelente álbum por parte de Rihanna, los diversos generos que incursiona son un boom. Robadisimo en los premios en su año

    Definitely an excellent album by Rihanna, the various genres she forays into are a boom. Robadisimo at the awards in 2011 and 12.
  7. greedybadidea
    May 27, 2020
    8
    On Rihanna's sixth studio album, she seems to try and repeat what was done on her previous project by giving us nothing lyrically and trying to wow us with production and vocal value. Now this does work for parts of the record, but some of the songs are too repetitive and leave you with a bad taste in your ears. Now that isn't to say this album doesn't have some bangers. Rihanna truly hasOn Rihanna's sixth studio album, she seems to try and repeat what was done on her previous project by giving us nothing lyrically and trying to wow us with production and vocal value. Now this does work for parts of the record, but some of the songs are too repetitive and leave you with a bad taste in your ears. Now that isn't to say this album doesn't have some bangers. Rihanna truly has a gift for making finish an album and believe it's the best thing ever even with some of the worse tracks she included because the great ones really stick and make you appreciate her talent.

    Album Track Ranking:
    1. Fool in Love
    2. You Da One
    3. Drunk in Love
    4. Farewell
    5. Where Have You Been
    6. Roc Me Out
    7. We Found Love (feat. Calvin Harris)
    8. Talk That Talk (feat. JAY Z)
    9. We All Want Love
    10. Do Ya Thang
    11. Red Lipstick
    12. Watch N' Learn
    13. Birthday Cake
    14. Cockiness (Love It)    … Expand
  8. JeremySpears
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    So "Talk That Talk" was supposed to be a reissue of Rihanna's previous album "Loud" (2010). It was also recorded during the Loud Tour. I‘m glad that she decided to release a completely new album as the songs don’t sound like "Loud" at all and because it’s just too good. On this album, Rihanna experiments with hip-hop, dubstep, electronic and house music and there are traces of dancehallSo "Talk That Talk" was supposed to be a reissue of Rihanna's previous album "Loud" (2010). It was also recorded during the Loud Tour. I‘m glad that she decided to release a completely new album as the songs don’t sound like "Loud" at all and because it’s just too good. On this album, Rihanna experiments with hip-hop, dubstep, electronic and house music and there are traces of dancehall music here and there. THE highlight of the album is "Roc Me Out". It’s very synth heavy and you just have to dance to it. The title track featuring Jay-Z is another highlight on here. "Red Lipstick" deserved to be so much more than just a bonus track on the deluxe edition. It’s a badass dubstep song and reminds me of Rihanna's fourth studio album "Rated R" (2009), which isn’t surprising since the song's producers also worked with her on that album. The hip-hop tracks "Birthday Cake" and "Cockiness (Love It)" have to be pointed out as well. I really wish BC would be longer. 1 minute of that bop just isn’t enough. The single's "You Da One", "We Found Love" and "Where Have You Been" are some of the more poppy songs on this record. They all are dance pop songs and YDO has a dubstep breakdown. "Farewell" is one of the most emotional song on here and one of the best out of the midtempo/ballad songs in my opinion. THE best however, is definitely the last track on the album "Fool in Love". The lyrics remind me of Britney's "Criminal" which was also released in 2011 but damn the emotions and her vocals in this song are everything! Great way to end the album. Even though it was recorded within only a few months, was intended to be a reissue and recorded during a lot of tour stress, "Talk That Talk" turned out to be a great pop album. It’s fun to listen to and actually pretty diverse. It switches from danceable pop songs, to badass hip-hop tracks, to emotional mid-tempo tracks. It’s one of Riri's best albums. Favorites: Roc Me Out, Talk That Talk, Birthday Cake & Red Lipstick… Expand
  9. cipriano
    Feb 17, 2020
    7
    In a maturing by time, she seems to have more control of her voice and something special that captivates everyone who listens to the album. This is better than Loud, it's more cohesive and conscious. That takes its sasst part and also vocals at high points, but still sins in tiresome choruses and still in its beats that looks the same. There really isn't much to hate about this album andIn a maturing by time, she seems to have more control of her voice and something special that captivates everyone who listens to the album. This is better than Loud, it's more cohesive and conscious. That takes its sasst part and also vocals at high points, but still sins in tiresome choruses and still in its beats that looks the same. There really isn't much to hate about this album and it's really a big improvement.… Expand
  10. DannGR1988
    Jan 19, 2020
    10
    This album is so excited, beautiful and incredible, really is art!
    I love it
  11. MyleeneFRW
    Aug 20, 2019
    8
    Рианна переплюнула некогда лучший "Rated R". На альбоме Рианна, как и на прошлой пластинке, находится в русле "дэнс-поп", но в этот раз все вышло на голову лучше. Работа с Кельвином харрислм и Люком принесла Рианне громкие хиты, однако фит с Джеем получился не такой удачный. По итогу альбом очень сильный и стильный.Рианна переплюнула некогда лучший "Rated R". На альбоме Рианна, как и на прошлой пластинке, находится в русле "дэнс-поп", но в этот раз все вышло на голову лучше. Работа с Кельвином харрислм и Люком принесла Рианне громкие хиты, однако фит с Джеем получился не такой удачный. По итогу альбом очень сильный и стильный.
  12. survivorfan989
    Jan 20, 2019
    9
    Overall this is a solid album, at least all of the album tracks are better than just decent, and its lead single was one of Rihanna's best.
  13. Sergio97costa
    Sep 14, 2018
    10
    Perfect! This album definitely outdid all of my expectations. Rihanna is fantastic.
  14. RK13
    Sep 1, 2017
    10
    This album was Rihanna at her best. One of her best eras had finished (i.e. the Loud era), and then BOOM, she returned with the career-defining We Found Love which also propelled Calvin Harris into superstardom. The singles of this album are great, Where Have You Been is definitely one of Rihanna's best singles.
  15. httpcarlosx
    Jun 27, 2016
    10
    Hináriooooo maravilhoso, rainha samba mesmo, só música boa. Melhor álbum sim! Não sei pq demorei tanto pra ouvir, mas agora danço, canto, rebolo horrores amo
  16. virajshankar
    Jun 15, 2016
    7
    There's no denying that Rihanna is trying, and to some extent is successful. We Found Love is by far the best track on this album and one of her best songs. But you can't help but think how she has the audacity to sing a duet about doing it with her boyfriend that beat her up. That is some birthday cake that I have never heard of.
  17. BabyJane
    May 25, 2016
    8
    1. You da One 95/100
    2. Where Have You Been 100/100
    3. We Found Love 90/100
    4. Talk That Talk 100/100
    5. Cockiness (Love It) 50/100
    6. Birthday Cake 100/100
    7. We All Want Love 100/100
    8. Drunk on Love 65/100
    9. Roc Me Out 100/100
    10. Watch n' Learn 90/100
    11. Farewell 40/100
    12. Red Lipstick 85/100
    13. Do Ya Thang 65/100
    14. Fool in Love 80/100

    Metascore: 82
  18. jjesus
    Apr 25, 2016
    7
    This marks the sixth Rihanna's album in six years and still full of new tracks that shows her flawless capacity of impress people with some mixed genres.
  19. PhelipeFenty
    Jan 31, 2016
    10
    O setimo album da cantora Rihanna eh um dos melhores da sua careira. com grades hits como o sucesso WE FOUND LOVE que pegou 1# por 13 semanas na Billboard...
  20. Samimacedo
    Jan 29, 2016
    10
    AMOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO rainha.
  21. rihannadescolad
    Jan 28, 2016
    10
    O FEAT COM O COMPRADOR DE GRAMMYS É MUITO BOM!!!!!!!!!!!
    ALBUM PERFEITO....................................................
    QUE SAUDADES DESSA ERA......
  22. longjetty7
    Apr 27, 2015
    7
    Aside from a few hit singles, Talk That Talk is probably one of Rihanna's least memorable albums. It doesn't have as many infectious hooks as Loud or Rated R, but it's still a pretty enjoyable album nevertheless. I can listen to the whole thing (bonus tracks included) without wanting to skip any songs, so I have to give her credit for that. Also, her vocals are pretty fantastic here, as always.
  23. ihavevocaloid
    Apr 15, 2015
    7
    A few years ago I would listen to this album almost everyday and eventually get sick of it. However, the album is a generally great effort from Rihanna. In my opinion, this was better than Loud. I like Rihanna's experimentation with different genres ("Cockiness"), while also paying homage to her original reggae style ("Watch n Learn"). There are a few slow Chris Brown Fortune-esqueA few years ago I would listen to this album almost everyday and eventually get sick of it. However, the album is a generally great effort from Rihanna. In my opinion, this was better than Loud. I like Rihanna's experimentation with different genres ("Cockiness"), while also paying homage to her original reggae style ("Watch n Learn"). There are a few slow Chris Brown Fortune-esque ballads, specifically "Farewell" (even though that album came after this one) but not enough to make this the disappointing album that Fortune was. Plus her ballads are better. There are also some repetitive dance songs, but overall, I'd have to say this is one of Rihanna's best. Grade: B. Highlights: "We All Want Love", "Drunk on Love", "Red Lipstick". Worst song: "We Found Love"… Expand
  24. Gus-freakshow
    Dec 18, 2014
    8
    You da One 100/100
    Where Have You Been 100/100
    We Found Love 100/100
    Talk That Talk 100/100
    Cockiness (Love It) 60/100
    Birthday Cake 100/100
    We All Want Love 95/100
    Drunk on Love 65/100
    Roc Me Out 100/100
    Watch n' Learn 95/100
    Farewell 55/100
  25. NathanCabello
    Dec 16, 2014
    8
    Can be a wonderful album, good to hear, well divided, a great choice for listening at home alone or with friends.
    Highlights: Where Have You Been and Brithday Cake
    Lows: Roc Me Out and Watch N' Learn
  26. BWETMatangi
    Mar 23, 2014
    8
    It's good. It's nothing out of the ordinary, but it's still one of Rihanna's best albums. I think the best tracks are "Talk That Talk", "Red Lipstick", and "Roc Me Out."
  27. najlepsza
    Nov 1, 2013
    8
    She is a brand. Brand of good quality. I love "Farewell" and "We Found Love", there is no fillers at this album. However, there was a surprise for me, choosing "You da One" for single. It's catchy and solid but there are better productions like "Drunk on Love" or above-mentioned "Farewell" for instance.
    If I would have any objections, I think "Rock Me Out" is hoary old chestnut. The    She is a brand. Brand of good quality. I love "Farewell" and "We Found Love", there is no fillers at this album. However, there was a surprise for me, choosing "You da One" for single. It's catchy and solid but there are better productions like "Drunk on Love" or above-mentioned "Farewell" for instance.
    If I would have any objections, I think "Rock Me Out" is hoary old chestnut. The second "Rude Boy";)    … Expand
  28. ClaudooSSia
    Jul 5, 2013
    8
    While "Rated R was a dark, emotional "ChrisBrownRecovery" album and "Loud" was a big, red chart-devouring machine, "Talk That Talk" didn't have it's own "personality". It's just a collection of songs that can become another #1 hit. Sorry, I should say COULD be a big hits if ti would be promoted properly. Of course I love "We Found Love" and "Where Have You Been" and I think that releasingWhile "Rated R was a dark, emotional "ChrisBrownRecovery" album and "Loud" was a big, red chart-devouring machine, "Talk That Talk" didn't have it's own "personality". It's just a collection of songs that can become another #1 hit. Sorry, I should say COULD be a big hits if ti would be promoted properly. Of course I love "We Found Love" and "Where Have You Been" and I think that releasing them was a great idea. I don't mind "You Da One". But what about "Talk That Talk", "Birthday Cake" and (Love It)"? Rihanna's bad-ass persona isn't really convincing in those songs. "Roc Me Out" and "Watch N' Learn" were better single options. Besides that, there's still a good R&B album here. Some of the highlights are: amazing Rihanna's vocals on "Drunk On Love", dark and sexy "Red Lipstick", sweet love song "Do Ya Thang", vulnerable rhapsody "Fool In Love" and a great power ballad "Farewell".

    8 out of 10    … Expand
  29. willscott
    May 29, 2013
    7
    Not RiRi's best album, but not her worst either. Highlights are her Calvin Harris collab 'We Found Love' and 'Where Have You Been'. It serves as a nice album overall, however, it seems like Rihanna has tried to make an album which will be commercially successful, which I don't have a problem with at all, but I think she has failed to produce enough tracks which have the potential to beNot RiRi's best album, but not her worst either. Highlights are her Calvin Harris collab 'We Found Love' and 'Where Have You Been'. It serves as a nice album overall, however, it seems like Rihanna has tried to make an album which will be commercially successful, which I don't have a problem with at all, but I think she has failed to produce enough tracks which have the potential to be successful singles, due to a lack of catchy hooks. But overall, it is an alright album, which will please her fans.… Expand
  30. LanaDelRey
    Mar 24, 2013
    10
    Once More Rihanna Proves She's Still Got It!
    Every Track Is Just WOW!
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Metascore
64

Generally favorable reviews - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 27
  3. Negative: 1 out of 27
  1. Expert Witness (MSN Music)
    Feb 9, 2012
    91
    Musically, this is pop without shame‑-her hookiest and most dance-targeted album.
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  2. PopMatters
    Nov 30, 2011
    30
    It's sure to sell on brand recognition alone, but I doubt a series of mannered and soulless hooks are going to find much life outside of the European remix circuit.
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  3. No Ripcord
    Nov 29, 2011
    70
    It's easy to criticise Talk That Talk but it's actually a fun and enjoyable record.
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