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. SmokyEyes
    May 20, 2012
    3
    If I have to review this album with 2 adjectives: cheap & overproduced. The production of "Talk that talk" has been clearly rushed since Rihanna had her world tour to accomplish. The lyrics are poor (90% per cent of the tracks talk about sex)
    The quality standard definitely went down since her last album "Loud", and musically speaking Rihanna adds up nothing original. "Where Have You Been"    If I have to review this album with 2 adjectives: cheap & overproduced. The production of "Talk that talk" has been clearly rushed since Rihanna had her world tour to accomplish. The lyrics are poor (90% per cent of the tracks talk about sex)
    The quality standard definitely went down since her last album "Loud", and musically speaking Rihanna adds up nothing original. "Where Have You Been" could be a disco hit but clearly has nothing to do with the rest of the album, since it's a dancehall- electronic song, while the rest has an R&B/ Reggae print.
    I admire Rihanna and her career, but this has been her worst album.    … Expand
  2. GagaForGhibli
    May 31, 2012
    10
    Vocally A Amazing Album!
  3. SuperRichKids13
    Jul 13, 2012
    6
    The album is not her best album. It's good but it seems unfinished. Everything about it. Is much more sexual then any of her others. You may not want to buy it for your little daughter, if she's a Rihanna Fan.
  4. Alexandra--
    Oct 28, 2012
    7
    We have a Rihanna's album every year. Just like the Christmas or thanks-giving. It's a big tradition and it's impossible to not love it. Black queen of pop. Gaga cry
  5. SugarVenomOhyea
    Nov 9, 2012
    6
    Overall, Rihanna's 'Talk That Talk' is a fun, gritty-edged album. It is her nastiest and dirtiest, to date with lyrics like 'Ooh, I wanna f**k You, right now', 'Just because I can't kiss back/Doesn't mean you can't kiss that', 'Suck my **** lick My persuasion.' So, you get the point! It's not the type of album you wanna buy for your little ones. The Low lights of the album consists ofOverall, Rihanna's 'Talk That Talk' is a fun, gritty-edged album. It is her nastiest and dirtiest, to date with lyrics like 'Ooh, I wanna f**k You, right now', 'Just because I can't kiss back/Doesn't mean you can't kiss that', 'Suck my **** lick My persuasion.' So, you get the point! It's not the type of album you wanna buy for your little ones. The Low lights of the album consists of feeling 'rushed' and 'incomplete'... If you spin the album a few times, You'll learn to love it.… Expand
  6. BritDEWA
    Nov 19, 2012
    9
    The Bestest Album of 2012 , in my opinion. Its difersificate, and remenber the eras LOUD and RATED R. In the first time , i doesn't like **** (Track 5) And Watch N Learn (Track 10) , but now i just hate Watch N Learn. Drunk On Love, Farewell and We All Want Love SHOULD be singles. Love this album , and my note to this is 9.
  7. 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.
  8. MusicForever
    Dec 23, 2012
    10
    I Loved Every Single Song Of This Album (Excluding Birthday Cake)
    She Is Improving So Much Vocally! Deserves A Grammy 100%!
  9. LanaDelRey
    Mar 24, 2013
    10
    Once More Rihanna Proves She's Still Got It!
    Every Track Is Just WOW!
  10. sil3nt_nick
    Mar 24, 2013
    4
    I'm starting to doubt if Rihanna has any talent left. She started out so great and sensational, but where has all of that gone? Every song is drowned in autotune and many don't stand out very much, other than "Where Have You Been" and "We Found Love."
  11. LoRevisor
    Dec 23, 2014
    6
    Uma obra-prima comparado ao desastre musical chamado "Unapologetic",mas mesmo assim é muito,muito fraco um álbum ruim,porém "Unapologetic"é péssimo.
    Top 4
    1-Farewell
    2-You da One
    3-We Found Love
    4-Drunk on Love
    5-Talk That Talk
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. 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."
  15. Glitter
    Aug 30, 2013
    3
    Fumbling through the numbers, Talk That Talk is an identity crisis. Attempting to marry the dance-pop, urban, and ballad-leaning sides of Rihanna, it is a melting pot of goop. With production above par, the lyrics are at their worst. However, Rihanna makes the best of even goop, and delivers on each track in a way that each track feels as more than an album filler. But on an album whereFumbling through the numbers, Talk That Talk is an identity crisis. Attempting to marry the dance-pop, urban, and ballad-leaning sides of Rihanna, it is a melting pot of goop. With production above par, the lyrics are at their worst. However, Rihanna makes the best of even goop, and delivers on each track in a way that each track feels as more than an album filler. But on an album where pacing is non-existent, it caters to the cherry-picking iTunes masses. Talk That Talk simply does not work as an album.… Expand
  16. 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
  17. Samimacedo
    Jan 29, 2016
    10
    AMOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO rainha.
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. 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.
  21. 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
  22. 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
  23. Clubsocial
    May 4, 2015
    1
    Katy Perry bursts back onto the scene with her amazing second album that is full to the grim of the tongue-in-cheek atmosphere that got herkhkkjhjghjbnnnnn
  24. Zanessa250QI
    Apr 4, 2016
    6
    In the definitive review, This album is better than i thinking that was.

    I Listen "We All Want Love" that I didn't even know of the existence, and "Farewell" That elevated the album from 4 pts to 5 pts...
  25. raciocinio
    Apr 4, 2016
    6
    ........................................................................................................................Better than i expected.........................
  26. sicrano
    Apr 8, 2016
    6
    .......................................................................................................................................................Most good that apparent.
  27. rihannadescolad
    Jan 28, 2016
    10
    O FEAT COM O COMPRADOR DE GRAMMYS É MUITO BOM!!!!!!!!!!!
    ALBUM PERFEITO....................................................
    QUE SAUDADES DESSA ERA......
  28. Sergio97costa
    Sep 14, 2018
    10
    Perfect! This album definitely outdid all of my expectations. Rihanna is fantastic.
  29. 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
  30. 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...
  31. Zaynhewsonjavad
    Apr 4, 2016
    5
    ....................................................................................................................................................Better than i expected.....
  32. 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.
  33. clinteastwoo
    May 11, 2016
    5
    bETTER Than i Expected............................................................................................................ But Is weak even...............................
  34. 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.
  35. prayyoucatchme
    Aug 30, 2016
    1
    Wow, Im shocked at these reviews, Not too shocked because Critics Overrate & Underrate thing all the time. Poor Rihanna, She thought she could pull off another Bâ Collapse
  36. sixinch
    Aug 30, 2016
    1
    One of the worst albums of the year thus far. It shows absolutely no artistic growth, the lyrics are elementary, and the vocals are non-existent. All in all, a terrible album. Collapse
  37. LucasKidoo
    Oct 20, 2016
    4
    The first time Rihanna disappointed me... and she did it too badly. Detestable album with boring and lame songs, Calvin Harris was the worst part of this joke.
  38. 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.
  39. TheReviewr
    Aug 12, 2018
    6
    Talk That Talk is the album that is quite obviously a growing stage from her older and less meaningful but easy to listen to work, to her new experimental yet enjoyable work. This album happens to be split between good matured music and filler stuff you only play once and regret listening to.

    1. You Da One, this is an example of a newer Rihanna type song that just works great 10/10 2.    Talk That Talk is the album that is quite obviously a growing stage from her older and less meaningful but easy to listen to work, to her new experimental yet enjoyable work. This album happens to be split between good matured music and filler stuff you only play once and regret listening to.

    1. You Da One, this is an example of a newer Rihanna type song that just works great 10/10
    2. Where Have You Been, the music is just great in this one and its catchy 9/10
    3. We Found Love ft. Calvin Harris, the best on the album for sure 10/10
    4. Talk That Talk ft. JAY Z, this song is too catchy and fun to hate 9/10
    5. Cockiness (Love It), this is just a silly song that isn't as good as the remix 7/10
    6. Birthday Cake, the remix saved the song its not as good without it 7/10
    7. We All Want Love, its just a phase for Rihanna she grew out of this 4/10
    8. Drunk On Love, its a skip 3/10
    9. Roc Me Out, the rare Rihanna hit i dislike and dislike listening to its so generic 3/10
    10. Watch n' Learn, it belongs on the Rated R deleted songs list its that bad 1/10
    11. Farewell, ok bye... never mind i have to suffer through more awkward Rihanna phase music 2/10
    12. Red Lipstick, this is not bad but the remix was better 6/10
    13. Do Ya Thang, this belongs on A Girl Like Me wrong album lol 4/10
    14. Fool In Love, the older but considerably worse Half Of Me 7/10
    15. We Found Love [Extended], its a good song.. looonngggeeerrrr... 7/10

    Standouts are You Da One, We Found Love and Talk That Talk

    Overall: 5.93 (rounded up to 6) I'm not a fan of this album but i do love Rihanna. This album would have worked great as a 6 song EP to hold over her fans for the amazing unofficial sequel, Unapologetic. it has my all time favorite Rihanna song We Found Love so i respect it... i just don't like it as a whole.    … Expand
  40. All_ButTrU4
    Aug 24, 2022
    3
    With some of her biggest songs Talk that Talk first for songs are frankly the best part of the album. A top heavy ccompilation of potential hits rather than an actual album. Rihanna 6th studio album still finds her directionless
  41. 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
  42. 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
  43. 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.
  44. 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
  45. Afterglow_0202
    Aug 30, 2020
    4
    «Talk That Talk» tries too hard to send a more one-dimensional message and ends up falling flat: Rihanna's obviously going for sexy here, but her music's at its most alluring when she's blissed out in her own reverie, not taking the time to spell it all out for us. In other words, a so-so album which suggests it may be time for Ms Fenty to take a holiday. It's sure to sell on brand«Talk That Talk» tries too hard to send a more one-dimensional message and ends up falling flat: Rihanna's obviously going for sexy here, but her music's at its most alluring when she's blissed out in her own reverie, not taking the time to spell it all out for us. In other words, a so-so album which suggests it may be time for Ms Fenty to take a holiday. 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.… Expand
  46. DannGR1988
    Jan 19, 2020
    10
    This album is so excited, beautiful and incredible, really is art!
    I love it
  47. 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
  48. 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.
  49. 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.
  50. PEDROMFR
    Feb 28, 2023
    6
    Lyrically is not interesting and if it weren't for the singles, it would be a total scrap.
  51. 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"...
  52. 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.
  53. ihatextintapig
    Sep 3, 2021
    0
    enserio Rihmierda ya retírate y deja de sacar tus abortos genéricos y comerciales , tu basura no es necesaria para el mundo.
  54. miguelcstb
    Feb 2, 2023
    4
    Seriously, what's with Rihanna and not making a real album? Same thing as "Loud": the singles are phenomenal, but the rest of the tracks are very mediocre and disappointing. Why can't she put the same energy on all the songs? Is that hard? I don't get it. They have no reply value, they are basic, repetitive and in some cases weird (what was she trying to achieve with "Cockiness").

    After    Seriously, what's with Rihanna and not making a real album? Same thing as "Loud": the singles are phenomenal, but the rest of the tracks are very mediocre and disappointing. Why can't she put the same energy on all the songs? Is that hard? I don't get it. They have no reply value, they are basic, repetitive and in some cases weird (what was she trying to achieve with "Cockiness").

    After you listen to her albums, you start to understand why she has 14 number one songs but only 2 number one albums.    … Expand
  55. evermore13
    Nov 15, 2021
    4
    «Talk That Talk» tries too hard to send a more one-dimensional message and ends up falling flat: Rihanna's obviously going for sexy here, but her music's at its most alluring when she's blissed out in her own reverie, not taking the time to spell it all out for us. In other words, a so-so album which suggests it may be time for Ms Fenty to take a holiday. It's sure to sell on brand«Talk That Talk» tries too hard to send a more one-dimensional message and ends up falling flat: Rihanna's obviously going for sexy here, but her music's at its most alluring when she's blissed out in her own reverie, not taking the time to spell it all out for us. In other words, a so-so album which suggests it may be time for Ms Fenty to take a holiday. 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.… Expand
  56. 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
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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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