Teenage Dream
by Katy Perry
  • Record Label: Capitol
  • Release Date: Aug 24, 2010
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  1. All_ButTrU4
    Nov 14, 2021
    5
    People are so quick to ridicule and downplay pop as bland and important but that neglects to respect it's artistry. Pop is a precarious balancing act of accessibility vs. substance and seemingly the idea of it being both is ignored. Well that shouldn't be the case on this impressive gem of confectionary pop. Filled with irresistible hooks such as the snoop dog assist title track or thePeople are so quick to ridicule and downplay pop as bland and important but that neglects to respect it's artistry. Pop is a precarious balancing act of accessibility vs. substance and seemingly the idea of it being both is ignored. Well that shouldn't be the case on this impressive gem of confectionary pop. Filled with irresistible hooks such as the snoop dog assist title track or the timberland "if we ever meet again " that hop through genres with ease. The highlights arrive i the ballad adjacent endeavours such as the spellbinding nostalgia of "teenage dream" that takes you to the ephemeral highs of uncharted adolescence and the contrasting regretful "the one that got away" . I cannot emphasis the appeal of this record. Despite the lows of "peacock " insufferable chorus and childish squeal or the forgettable crawl of "circle the drain" it's certified bops like "last friday night " that capture the cliches of highschool successfully in both the song and music video. It's a full portrait of an artist at their creative peak with a tight unwavering hold on pop culture cementing themselves as staples. And you can't downplay that… Expand
  2. j30
    Aug 13, 2011
    4
    Not really my kind of music. This sounds like pretty much everything else on popular radio stations, maybe because her music is all that they play on radio stations. It's definitely not the worst music out there. The album is super produced and loaded with catchy songs. Props to the producers and Perry for having 5 number one singles.
  3. longjetty7
    Jul 23, 2016
    10
    This album may only have a 52 on Metacritic now, but just wait... in 20 years when all the retrospective reviews come out, every publication will be raving about how Teenage Dream was such a landmark album in pop history. I'll admit, even I dismissed this album as pop garbage when I first heard it (or really, when I heard the singles being played over and over again on the radio), but asThis album may only have a 52 on Metacritic now, but just wait... in 20 years when all the retrospective reviews come out, every publication will be raving about how Teenage Dream was such a landmark album in pop history. I'll admit, even I dismissed this album as pop garbage when I first heard it (or really, when I heard the singles being played over and over again on the radio), but as time wears on, I've come to realize that this album is actually pretty damn amazing. Sure, it's immature, silly, and over-the-top, but it's also ridiculously fun. It doesn't try to be anything more than a guilty pop pleasure, and that's exactly why it's one of the most nearly perfect pop albums I've ever heard.

    I don't normally write track-by-track reviews, but since this album holds a special place in my heart, I'll go right ahead...

    1. Teenage Dream - The perfect album opener. Simple, yet effective. It's really just an all around great song.
    2. Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.) - Probably my favorite single and favorite music video from the album. It's a fun song with silly lyrics, and I love the syncopated guitar rhythms in the background.
    3. California Gurls - Another solid pop song, and definitely one of the funnest songs on the album.
    4. Firework - I feel like this song got overplayed a lot, so I'm kind of tired of hearing it, but I'll admit it's still a good song. It's empowering and emotional, and the slight change in the chord progression for the bridge sometimes makes my lower lip tremble.
    5. Peacock - The lyrics are so ridiculous and stupid that they're actually kind of amazing. This is another super fun track, and I always sing it for karaoke.
    6. Circle the Drain - An extremely underrated song, and my favorite track on the album. It's edgy and emotional, and I especially love that the chorus has kind of an unusual chord progression (for a pop song).
    7. The One That Got Away - Bittersweet and sentimental. This song can definitely bring a tear to my eye if I'm in the right mood.
    8. E.T. - This song has a different, darker sound from the other tracks, but it's cool and kind of futuristic. Another solid single.
    9. Who Am I Living For? - Certainly not the most memorable song on the album, but it's actually pretty decent. It's a slow-burner with a nice production and melody. I think the only reason this track doesn't stand out as much is because the other songs are so hook-oriented, but it's still a good song on its own and showcases a more mature side of Katy.
    10. Pearl - Another bittersweet song that's actually really pretty. This is also one of those rare songs where the verse is better than the chorus.
    11. Hummingbird Heartbeat - After five songs that are a bit darker, this is a fun, summery song that is honestly one of the best tracks on the album.
    12. Not Like The Movies - Personally, this is my least favorite track on the album, but it's still a cute ballad that sticks with the theme and wraps up the album nicely. And I will admit the drums on the second verse are a nice touch.

    And just for the hell of it, I'll include the bonus tracks that were released on The Complete Confection. I know they're technically not part of the album as it appears here on Metacritic, but they're good enough that I might as well.

    14. Part of Me - Yet another solid, catchy pop song. Definitely one of her better singles.
    15. Wide Awake - Again, this one has been overplayed a lot, but it's still a nice song and has a good melody.
    16. Dressin' Up - A surprisingly good song for being tucked away at the end of the reissue. It's fun and energetic, and the lyrics are actually pretty clever.

    So there you have it. A fantastic album that will certainly be remembered as one of the most important pop albums ever. Every song stands well on its own and has a unique personality. It's consistent and enjoyable from start to finish, and it's no accident this album tied with Bad for most #1 singles from an album. I'll admit, Teenage Dream is not without its flaws, but it reaches such amazing heights of pop perfection that I'll give it a 9.5 and round up to a 10. And I don't give those out willy-nilly.    … Expand
  4. axelkoch
    Oct 30, 2012
    3
    A little less rock, a little less good lyrics but much more sex! That was probably the motto for Perry's sophomore release. 'California Gurls' 'Teenage Dream' or 'Circle The Drain' are one of the better songs on the CD, however, the album is a pretty mess. But I'm giving a plus point for her voice.
  5. Panchogul
    Aug 25, 2020
    9
    Un álbum colosal de la cultura pop, el impacto y los números no mienten, tampoco los tremendos hits que marcaron la era mas exitosa de KP.
  6. NolanLundgaard
    Jun 15, 2021
    9
    Teenage Dream by Katy Perry: 8.41

    Teenage Dream: 1 :) Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F): 1 :) California Gurls: 1 :) Firework: 1 :) Peacock: 0.25 Circle The Drain: 1 :) The One That Got Away: 1! :) E.T.: 1 :) Who Am I Living For?: 0.75 Pearl: 1 Hummingbird Heartbeat: 1 :) Not Like The Movies: 0.75 Part Of Me: 1 :) Wide Awake: 1 :) Dressin’ Up: 1 13.75/15 ~ .917 -> 8.41    Teenage Dream by Katy Perry: 8.41

    Teenage Dream: 1 :)
    Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F): 1 :)
    California Gurls: 1 :)
    Firework: 1 :)
    Peacock: 0.25
    Circle The Drain: 1 :)
    The One That Got Away: 1! :)
    E.T.: 1 :)
    Who Am I Living For?: 0.75
    Pearl: 1
    Hummingbird Heartbeat: 1 :)
    Not Like The Movies: 0.75
    Part Of Me: 1 :)
    Wide Awake: 1 :)
    Dressin’ Up: 1

    13.75/15 ~ .917 -> 8.41

    Since I do not know the best way to start this review, maybe I should just begin by saying I am very impressed with Katy Perry’s Sophomore album, Teenage Dream. Like its predecessor (though more on the “pop side”), Teenage Dream does a wonderful job of being a wonderful blend of rock and pop, which makes it a blast to listen to the whole way through. From catchy lyrics to ballads about lost love to the occasional slap bass, this album packs in a lot of punch.

    I wish I could include all my song-by-song commentary, but that would push the review past the character limit.

    Overall, I was very happy with Teenage Dream. I know I’m listening to this as if someone is watching a movie released 15 years ago, but I am very excited to listen to Perry’s subsequent release. This pop-rock direction she is heading in is very enjoyable and I just find myself wanting more. Her fun lyrics combined with her outstanding music make Teenage Dream a winner for me, and should also be a hit for the greater pop community (some rock fans may really get down with this as well, like I did). Highlights: Teenage Dream, Last Friday Night, California Gurls, Firework, Circle The Drain, The One That Got Away, E.T., Pearl, Hummingbird Heartbeat, Part Of Me, Wide Awake, and Dressin’ Up.    … Expand
  7. FruitJuice
    Jul 18, 2017
    4
    it was okay........................................................................................................................................................................
  8. PEDROMFR
    Mar 30, 2021
    8
    It's undeniable that Teenage Dream is one of the most sucessful eras to haver exist, mostly due to its five number one singles that redifined all our generation. Nevertheless, there's nothing interesting about it, other than the singles.
  9. gabrielcipriano
    Dec 21, 2018
    6
    We have an issue of too generic album, but a big evolution of Katy Perry. The whole album is great and cool but it has a lack of something stronger than it would need in the next album. The songs are good, still lacking a special essence to stay optimum! Evolution.
  10. BWETMatangi
    Aug 7, 2013
    10
    This is an awesome album! With pop beats like and ballads like Pearl, it has something for everybody. A well constructed album with not really any errors.
  11. victorcarter
    Nov 21, 2016
    4
    A significant improvement over One Of the Boys. Including two great tracks, Teenage Dream and TOTGA, and some good ones (E.T. Wide Wake), it's a very fun record
  12. andyn823
    Jun 6, 2020
    8
    I know that I'm a teenager, not a kid anymore. But this album is so good and it makes me want to go back to my childhood. It's such a nostalgia. Every songs of this album have different messages and different meanings, which makes me ADORE this album. This album will go down as a classic pop album in the future. "California Gurls", "Teenage Dream", "Wide Awake", "Part of Me", "Firework",I know that I'm a teenager, not a kid anymore. But this album is so good and it makes me want to go back to my childhood. It's such a nostalgia. Every songs of this album have different messages and different meanings, which makes me ADORE this album. This album will go down as a classic pop album in the future. "California Gurls", "Teenage Dream", "Wide Awake", "Part of Me", "Firework", "E.T" will be my all-time favorite songs of Katy. We love you Katy.… Expand
  13. Segundoleo26
    Nov 23, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. "With music as rigidly formulaic as this, no wonder the teens in her songs want to party until they blank out." ...… Expand
  14. GagaForGhibli
    May 28, 2012
    10
    You Have No Idea How Much I Love This Album! A Very Big Step Up From One Of The Boys!
    I Love Every Singe Song On This CD! In My Opinion Album Of The Year 2010!
  15. LuizCC
    Nov 15, 2011
    2
    So, Katy Perry is still triyng to pass herself as a teenange pop singer. But she is not, not anymore. This album is so forgettable than her first one. Silly lyrics, too-much-screamy voice, and bad songs, this might be the worst album of this 2011. Nothing to recommend.
  16. cipriano
    Feb 6, 2020
    6
    This album came to change the history of pop, but has something generic and totally commercial, the sound and compositions do not get to be bad but there is something that bothers me, but the album is around saturated to hear from having heard in each corner or because it is surface too much. A mature Katy Perry in her next few years is what I'd like to hear.
  17. greedybadidea
    May 25, 2020
    9
    Katy Perry's sophomore album is the pinnacle of pop music. Although not every song has the best lyrical content, the production and vocal performance make for a close-to-perfect pop record. This record is definitely timeless and will be remembered forever. The catchy rhythms and fun lyrics immerse you into this sweet world that the album artwork represents so well. Every song captivatesKaty Perry's sophomore album is the pinnacle of pop music. Although not every song has the best lyrical content, the production and vocal performance make for a close-to-perfect pop record. This record is definitely timeless and will be remembered forever. The catchy rhythms and fun lyrics immerse you into this sweet world that the album artwork represents so well. Every song captivates you and nothing sounds the same which is rare for a pop record. Perry truly makes you feel like a teenager in love again.

    Album Track Ranking:
    1. Wide Awake
    2. E.T.
    3. The One That Got Away
    4. Teenage Dream
    5. California Gurls (feat. Snoop Dog)
    6. Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)
    7. Who Am I Living For?
    8. Firework
    9. Not Like the Movies
    10. Pearl
    11. Part of Me
    12. Circle the Drain
    13. Hummingbird Heartbeat
    14. Dressin' Up
    15. Peacock    … Expand
  18. gagaforever
    Sep 13, 2010
    10
    Katy Perry's Sophmore Release is , in plain english, OUTSTANDING! When "California Gurls" was released everyone was crazy about it and couldn't wait for the album. My favorite is "The one that got away"..How can anyone touch this...NO ONE CAN
  19. WXYZ
    Aug 25, 2015
    1
    This album is nothing but a big stinking pile of rubbish. I only gave it a 1 because Firework is an alright song, but my ears would bleed from the rest of the album's songs. This needs to stop.
  20. NathanCabello
    Dec 16, 2014
    8
    Best album of Katy, is a fully commercial album? Yes. But she managed to make a nice commercial album to listen to, it's so much fun that you do not care if it has quality or not, just want to sing and dance along with Katy; a great album to listen to when alone.
    Highlights: Peacock and California Gurls
    Lows: Double Rainbow and Dark Horse
  21. ewhite
    Sep 28, 2018
    10
    Teenage Dream is a classic pop masterpiece. They don't make pop music like this anymore.
  22. iamanicon
    May 24, 2011
    5
    Instead of making these two lacklustre albums - she should have taken her time and made a great pop album. Circle the Drain is one of my favourite songs ever though... and it helps.
  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. CharlieBetterIs
    Dec 25, 2015
    9
    Teenage Dream é o trabalho da Katy que eu menos gosto. Ele é ótimo, claro. Mas é meio subjetivo. O álbum foi o mais bem aproveitado da carreira da Katy, com 6 singles (mais dois da The Complete Confection). O vocal da Katy está ótimo no álbum, além das músicas serem ótimas também.

    Pontos altos: The One That Got Away, Firework, Pearl Pontos baixos: Peacock, Circle The Drain, Last Friday    Teenage Dream é o trabalho da Katy que eu menos gosto. Ele é ótimo, claro. Mas é meio subjetivo. O álbum foi o mais bem aproveitado da carreira da Katy, com 6 singles (mais dois da The Complete Confection). O vocal da Katy está ótimo no álbum, além das músicas serem ótimas também.

    Pontos altos: The One That Got Away, Firework, Pearl
    Pontos baixos: Peacock, Circle The Drain, Last Friday Night    … Expand
  25. iamtrent424
    Dec 11, 2010
    6
    this album was okay. Katy Perry could be better. her songs are too girlie. I think katy perry sings really good. This album was good but not as good. I like a few songs from this album
  26. SumitSumbria
    May 4, 2016
    8
    A pop record filled with danceable beats, excellent production and stunning vocals. Yet, Katy Perry has long way to go. "Wide Awake" and "Circle The Drain" are gems. You cannot take this album lightely. It has produced 5 Billboard chart toppers and its singles along with the album earned Perry seven Grammy Award nominations including Album of the Year, Best Pop Vocal Album , and Record of the Year
  27. arcanjo
    Jun 15, 2017
    6
    The contrast between the good written ballas like Pearl, Who Am I Living For and Hummingbird Heartbeat and the dull songs like California Girls and Peacock are the chemistry that make this album so love it or hate it. But for an immature audience, this album fits very well.
  28. JeremySpears
    Feb 28, 2020
    0
    This has to be the most overrated album in history. What you basically get here is a lot of bubblegum music. The target audience are 7 year olds and kindergarden events. Even all the singles have aged like milk. The only song that is still listenable is "E.T.".
  29. LetzTalkMoveez
    Nov 21, 2012
    2
    This is just a damn mess. Getting through this album is like running a 5k that you don't care about running fast in but some jerk is screaming in your face telling you to speed up.
  30. LanaDelRey
    Mar 24, 2013
    10
    Honestly This Is My Favorite Album Of All Time! I Don't Care What Critic's Say...
    It's 2013 And This Album Has Had Six #1 Hits And Two Other Songs Peaking In The Top 3!
    This Is What Pop Music Really Is! Perfect Perry
  31. spongeswift
    Nov 10, 2017
    7
    Teenage Dream marked the peak of Katy Perry's ever so fast falling career. This album wasn't meant to be amazing it was meant to create big hits like California Girls and Firework. It didn't have a strong meaning it just had a fun meaning and sometimes we need those kinds of albums.
  32. cameronmorewood
    Nov 12, 2012
    4
    The result is treacherous, unsatisfactory, and immature. No adult would enjoy it.
  33. PinkFriday
    Sep 8, 2014
    8
    Além do album ter muitos e muitos hits que renderam muitos recordes à Katy, cada música dele tem seu brilho próprio. Claro que tem seus pontos baixos, assim como todos os CDS, mas nada que atrapalhe muita coisa. Firework tem a melhor letra de todas as músicas do CD, há outras divetidas como Last Friday Night e California Gurls e outras em que Katy libera à sua raiva, em Circle The Drain,Além do album ter muitos e muitos hits que renderam muitos recordes à Katy, cada música dele tem seu brilho próprio. Claro que tem seus pontos baixos, assim como todos os CDS, mas nada que atrapalhe muita coisa. Firework tem a melhor letra de todas as músicas do CD, há outras divetidas como Last Friday Night e California Gurls e outras em que Katy libera à sua raiva, em Circle The Drain, que em minha opinião é a melhor do album.… Expand
  34. LipeFireworks
    May 12, 2017
    10
    melhor album da Katy Perry, simplesmente perfeito, não sei como os criticos ignoraram esse hinario, tem otimas musicas, melhores musicas: Hummingbird Heart, Pearl, Who I Am Living For
    Piores: Peacock, Last Firday Night
  35. sil3nt_nick
    Mar 24, 2013
    8
    Although Katy's talent is nowhere to be found, tracks "Teenage Dream," "E.T" and"California Gurls" were fantastic and sounded very good. Katy and her co-writers did a good job writing the lyrics.
  36. evermore13
    Nov 15, 2021
    8
    To judge Perry as inauthentic or unoriginal would be wrong; as with any great ad campaign, uncanny familiarity is her greatest achievement. However, for all the pomp and watermelon costumes, Perry is primarily a smart and personal pop songwriter. And «Teenage Dream» shows in carefully selected spots-that she's ready to grow up.
  37. shad0w0711
    Dec 27, 2021
    6
    TD will remain a benchmark for extremely pop albums but the album without the singles leaves much to be desired.
  38. Xbluannax
    Nov 20, 2021
    5
    Only really liked two songs on this album so an average review. Don’t really like futuristic pop.
  39. DrewBrauer
    Sep 1, 2013
    7
    You can no doubt say that Katy Perry is one of the biggest names in Pop music, being Grammy nominated and winning many other awards. So it's no surprise that she releases a second album, "Teenage Dream" is one of the biggest releases to come out this summer, with big hits like "Teenage Dream" and "California Girls" now released, "Teenage Dream" isn't the greatest album in the world, but itYou can no doubt say that Katy Perry is one of the biggest names in Pop music, being Grammy nominated and winning many other awards. So it's no surprise that she releases a second album, "Teenage Dream" is one of the biggest releases to come out this summer, with big hits like "Teenage Dream" and "California Girls" now released, "Teenage Dream" isn't the greatest album in the world, but it is still fun and will have multiple repeats on four or five songs. The problems with "Teenage Dream" are that the ballads where she shines with her voice are very forgettable and will be skipped by some listeners, but probably the biggest problem is that there's no direction or clear story to tell, Katy Perry seems to saying that Young People today are directionless and don't know where they'll go, if that's what she's trying to say, then she may have accomplished it. After the powerful pop single "Firework" the next track is a surprisingly graphic single about sex called then after the cute "The One That Got Away" with get an alien like song about sex called "E.T" the direction for these song's is very odd. But the song's delivered here are super fun to listen to which include all the songs I mentioned, and Katy Perry is still a great songwriter and singer. The album is only 12 songs long and is about maybe 45 minutes, so it's mostly an easy listen. Overall "Teenage Dream" has flaws that might make some listeners uncomfortable, but if you're willing to listen to music that's just meant for easy fun then Perry's latest may be worth buying.… Expand
  40. leostarboy
    Sep 8, 2020
    8
    This album is the perfect example of a hit machine, pop songs that undoubtedly deserve # 1. The sweet, sugar, joy, pink of the Californian girl mark the path and history of music as one of the most successful musical eras. On the other hand, there are songs that leave a lot to be desired. But "Firework", "California Gurls", "E.T." and "Teenage Dream" make us forget the ups and downs of theThis album is the perfect example of a hit machine, pop songs that undoubtedly deserve # 1. The sweet, sugar, joy, pink of the Californian girl mark the path and history of music as one of the most successful musical eras. On the other hand, there are songs that leave a lot to be desired. But "Firework", "California Gurls", "E.T." and "Teenage Dream" make us forget the ups and downs of the album and life.… Expand
  41. ivanhugo
    Aug 6, 2019
    10
    O melhor álbum da Katy e um dos álbuns mais icônicos do pop. Hits que serão lembrados pra sempre que trouxe sonoridades viciantes. (California girls marcou essa geração!!!)
  42. Nitsu
    Nov 2, 2020
    10
    Uno de sus mejores álbumes, muestra ese concepto de teenage que me encanta, el mejor. Muestra un poco de rock, pop y sus mejores maneras de Pop. Katy se reinventó, a parte que este álbum tienen 5 #1 y su versión deluxe lleva otro más.
  43. infsai
    Mar 27, 2020
    9
    Another pretty cohesive body of work by Katy Perry. It's singles are killing everything else! Even though, I prefer One of the Boys, rather than her next releases.
  44. Afterglow_0202
    Aug 30, 2020
    9
    To judge Perry as inauthentic or unoriginal would be wrong; as with any great ad campaign, uncanny familiarity is her greatest achievement. However, for all the pomp and watermelon costumes, Perry is primarily a smart and personal pop songwriter. And «Teenage Dream» shows in carefully selected spots-that she's ready to grow up.
  45. OfficialCarlo
    Nov 26, 2010
    6
    The "California Gurl" from Santa Barbara delivered a satisfying pop album. The title-track "Teenage Dream" does not represent the whole album. The album is catchy, good pop songs and many potential hits. I would say that Katy Perry wants to deliver a party album but it turned out to be 80s. Firework is a good pop ballad. There are songs that lyrically talks about being married which isThe "California Gurl" from Santa Barbara delivered a satisfying pop album. The title-track "Teenage Dream" does not represent the whole album. The album is catchy, good pop songs and many potential hits. I would say that Katy Perry wants to deliver a party album but it turned out to be 80s. Firework is a good pop ballad. There are songs that lyrically talks about being married which is ironically to the concept of the album. The rocker element is still present in some songs of the album including the title track. "Last Friday Night" and "Peacock" are potential hits and as catchy like Ke$ha's song. Her voice is turned into a robot. Overall, the album is catchy and good.… Expand
  46. Teodoro
    Jun 20, 2014
    6
    Um album que ainda traz um pouco da Katy do "One Of The Boys" e tem músicas legais como Peacock,Not Like The Movies e Who Am I Living For? mas que trás alguns "lixos" como Teenage Dream e Circle The Drain.
  47. Mad-Hatter
    Aug 28, 2015
    3
    If you want to write ballads its OK, but if you're going to do this, then just return to party songs. It seems that she sings the first thing that comes from her mind and it's annoying that she just make songs to be on the top of charts and her fans think that this album is the best thing ever. One Of The Boys and PRISM are MUCH better.
  48. IgorCryBaby
    Dec 24, 2017
    7
    Good pop album full of hits, not Katy's best but still good. I really like ballads.
  49. victorialiewind
    Sep 20, 2019
    9
    i really think it's the best Katy has ever done and will do. Album is pure pop and needs no amendments.
  50. AlistairTun
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    A true masterpiece, one of the most iconic albums from the last decades. Miss Perry made a lot of memorable songs with this album.
  51. cuzinho1
    Mar 19, 2021
    0
    With music as rigidly formulaic as this, no wonder the teens in her songs want to party until they blank out
  52. itz_giological
    May 23, 2011
    6
    She forgot one thing about Teenage Dreams: they can also be nightmares! While the album is gifted with a fabulous first half, a "Peacock" comes along and drags down the "California candy cloud" to pop hell.
  53. vscoott345
    Apr 26, 2012
    3
    Getting sick of hearing her on the radio all time. Although her songs here are probably better. I just don'tt know. It is all generic pop music that has been done a million times before. Katy Perry on a cloud too for the album cover. Sleaze.
  54. camilosanchez16
    Dec 17, 2014
    6
    Katy Perry no es una genio de la música, puede que la causa sea su excesivo uso de cliches a la hora de escribir e interpretar, pero en sí, el esfuerzo de Perry puede verse resaltado gracias a varias pistas que se convierten en cruciales para dejar un buen sabor en la boca, como lo es "Fireworks", "Part of Me" y "Teenage Dream".
  55. Fakebytswift
    Jun 16, 2017
    0
    terrible. terrible.terrible.terrible.terrible.terrible.terrible.terrible.terrible.terrible.terrible.terrible.terrible.terrible.terrible.terrible.terrible.terrible.
  56. u137288reddit
    May 17, 2018
    8
    A very, very, strong album from Katy Perry, and a good introduction of her as an artist. A few filler songs (and Last Friday Night is not that great) but overall very solid.
  57. Spielberg00
    Aug 12, 2011
    4
    Katy Perry's second recording is (for the most part, at least) dumb, sex-crazy, and boring. I wouldn't exactly recommend it, but if you're a true-blue Katy Perry fan (to which I say, "already?!"), then go ahead. But make sure you mark my words--this is a pretty bad album compared to ONE OF THE BOYS, and it is NOT a TEENAGE DREAM.
  58. Adson
    Oct 16, 2014
    6
    Too mainstream but I think this album was made for consolidate Katy Perry's mark in the radio. Lyrics isn't good, the beats are better. Perry has a lot to grow up and I'll hope she does it.
  59. AloudSound
    Jun 15, 2012
    8
    "Teenage Dream" is a nice mainstream album. It packs songs including "California Gurls", a quirky, yet summery dance tune. "Firework" and "Hummingbird Heartbeat" is beyond Katy's best songs in the album, with its strong detailed and europhic story-telling lyrics. Then comes to the more lower-than-average songs. "Pearl" is a good and pure minimal disco song, but to me, it isn't as a strong"Teenage Dream" is a nice mainstream album. It packs songs including "California Gurls", a quirky, yet summery dance tune. "Firework" and "Hummingbird Heartbeat" is beyond Katy's best songs in the album, with its strong detailed and europhic story-telling lyrics. Then comes to the more lower-than-average songs. "Pearl" is a good and pure minimal disco song, but to me, it isn't as a strong song to the album. Then "E.T." is futuristic and a mean song to listen, and probably Perry's most produced songs, but it doesn't tell much than a fantasy.

    Overall, the album is although better than her debut, but we sure can't wait for what more Katy Perry has planned, and plus, although Katy might have good songs in the future, 'Teenage Dream' is with-out-a-doubt Katy's best album in her career.    … Expand
  60. Stefffan
    Aug 8, 2017
    10
    It's not that much quality album, BUT "Teenage Dreams" defined 2010s and pop music overall. A fact that album's 5 songs hits #1 at Billboard, tells everything. People just love this album. "Firwork" is a type of the song that will be sung 15 years from now, and "California Gurls" is ultimate summer song. Perfect pop album.
  61. MaraStone180
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Nobody could actually have an iconic album as this one. She did that, she is the moment.
  62. JohnSnow41188
    Oct 2, 2020
    0
    This project feels like an uninspired one, I wanted to like it but it didn't happen.
  63. I_Am_F
    Jun 11, 2011
    6
  64. monster-pow
    Jul 29, 2011
    7
    Track By Track: Teenage Dream- super cool pop rock dance track that is very catchy, Last Friday Night- very cool and sooo catchy i love the menage a trois reference, California Gurls- Ok. Not her best track but it is certainly fun, Firework- the absolute best song in the whole album. Beautiful and the music is amazing, **** when I first heard it i loved it, now it is just boring, i knowTrack By Track: Teenage Dream- super cool pop rock dance track that is very catchy, Last Friday Night- very cool and sooo catchy i love the menage a trois reference, California Gurls- Ok. Not her best track but it is certainly fun, Firework- the absolute best song in the whole album. Beautiful and the music is amazing, **** when I first heard it i loved it, now it is just boring, i know every word to the song and i certainly love to sing it, but I'm totally getting over it, Circle the Drain-very rock and roll, it is fun but long kinda boring somehow, The One That Got Away- sooo lovable! It is one of my favorites. A highlight in the album, E.T.- Fun and robotic one of my favorite tracks also. I Love It!, Who Am I Living For?- worst track in the album, stupid, boring, whatever, Pearl- OK. Kind of boring but i awkwardly love/hate it, Hummingbird Heartbeat- best pop rock song in the album, it is sweet and beautiful. Another album highlight, Not Like the Movies- sweet voice, boring lyrics, not that entertaining. Best Tracks- Firework, The One that Got Away, Hummingbird Heartbeat, Teenage Dream.… Expand
  65. Ayron_xcx
    Jan 26, 2018
    3
    3 pq ET é tão maravilhosa que merece, o resto é só horrível mesmo......

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  66. PsychoLevi
    Aug 31, 2019
    6
    TEENAGE DREAM contains massive catchy hits. But when you found out that it came from the same album, you would wonder what the hell were the songs related in this title?
  67. RogerSmith97
    Oct 2, 2011
    9
    Being A Fan Of Katy Since Her Katy Hudson Years. Overall Here Is The Scoring For The Tracks
    Teenage Dream 9/10
    T.G.I.F. Last Friday Night 10/10
    California Gurls 9/10
    Firework 10/10
    **** 8/10
    Circle The Drain 8/10
    The One That Got Away 9/10
    E.T. 10/10
    Who Am I Living For 6/10
    Pearl 9/10
    Hummingbird Heartbeat 9/10
    Not Like The Movies 10/10
  68. RIProo
    Mar 25, 2012
    8
    I really really like this album. It's a simple album, but it's really good. First this has a concept : teenagers' world. Yeah it's not like talking about wars but it's better than the albums that have songs with nothing in common. There are songs about love like "Teenage Dream", "E.T" and "Hummingbird Heartbeat" ( and we know that love is the 60% of a Teenager's life ), songs aboutI really really like this album. It's a simple album, but it's really good. First this has a concept : teenagers' world. Yeah it's not like talking about wars but it's better than the albums that have songs with nothing in common. There are songs about love like "Teenage Dream", "E.T" and "Hummingbird Heartbeat" ( and we know that love is the 60% of a Teenager's life ), songs about bullying, when you feel like "a plastic bag", like "Firework", songs about parties like "Last Friday Night" and yes, there's "Peacock" but we know that teenagers think a lot ( maybe too much ) the Peacock. Second, the sound. Yes it's simple but it's good traditional pop, and when the biggest part of singers use dub-step or a lot of elettronic sounds it's a nice thing, I think, make an album with clear pop. So for me this is a really great album. Congrats to Katy, i hope that her albums always will be good like this.
    ( sorry for my English )    … Expand
  69. AlexSans
    Sep 16, 2020
    10
    Segundo álbum muy bueno lleno de mensajes positivos para la sociedad de música divertida sonidos y ritmos muy buenos acompañada de grandes letras muy lógicas y congruentes me encanta es un gran álbum lleno de sopesas.
  70. GabroMuzik
    Aug 26, 2010
    1
    I sincerely believe that this album is worst than One Of The Boys, and no surprise me, an album full of simple melodies, a basic teen pop, not found in the album originality, creativity and if Katy had something different to the current pop singers on this album is proven to be a more... Teenage Dream is the perfect album for "teens" not for everyone ...i'm really expecting more ofI sincerely believe that this album is worst than One Of The Boys, and no surprise me, an album full of simple melodies, a basic teen pop, not found in the album originality, creativity and if Katy had something different to the current pop singers on this album is proven to be a more... Teenage Dream is the perfect album for "teens" not for everyone ...i'm really expecting more of her...this is pure garbage… Expand
  71. fedelmason
    Dec 14, 2010
    8
    hmmm, The only bad track is "Peacock", the rest is OK, is better than One of the Boys but it can be better. The best tracks are "California Gurls", "Teenage Dream", "E.T." and "Firework"
  72. vini1904
    Nov 2, 2011
    9
    A good album that reflects the image of the current pop with dance music, lively, cheerful, a perfect album for all hours, Teenage Dream surely leave its mark on pop history.
  73. Mangaeyes
    Feb 27, 2016
    3
    3/10 - "With music as rigidly formulaic as this, no wonder the teens in her songs want to party until they blank out" - Chicago Tribune.

    I like hearing Katy's singles on the radio when I'm in the car but I really don't think I could ever listen to this album from start to finish again.
  74. wallacejdiniz
    Nov 24, 2021
    0
    Terrible. No passion, no soul. Worst album of the year. I need something really good to clean up my ears right now.
  75. lUcOzAdExx
    Dec 7, 2020
    10
    every song in the album is fantastic, katy's teenage dream is just legendary, periodttt
  76. Sebastian2018
    Apr 11, 2018
    10
    Since this album Katy became my favorite singer, it is an album in which she shows different types of contexts, the rhythms are spectacular, the videos too iconic and definitely deserved to win a grammy
  77. Vanyagranderia
    Mar 29, 2021
    8
    What else can you say about this album? - A masterpiece....................
  78. TwistedFantasy
    Aug 4, 2012
    7
    Teenage Dream is a good pop album. Not great, not very good, just -good-. These are the types of songs that any pop singer could sing and it would sound the same; Katy herself doesn't bring much personality to the album. They just sound like 12 songs randomly picked out of Dr. Luke's vault.
  79. Eddann123
    Sep 3, 2021
    0
    Pesimo disco, le doy un punto por que No Like The Movies es la unica cancion buena, y Firework se salva, pero lo demas cambio mucho su estilo comprarandolo con su anterior album, sus letras llegan a ser un poco vulgares y huecas. se hubiera quedado mejor en la era One Of The Boys...
  80. lucas24
    Feb 17, 2015
    7
    Não é o melhor e nem o pior album da Perry. TD Foi bem organizado e criado pra vendas, não é a toa que resultou numa explosão de hits chicletes. Katy sempre se supera
  81. TryAgainGata
    Oct 22, 2016
    5
    1 – Teenage Dream 4/5
    2 – Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.) 3/5
    3 – California Gurls (feat. Snoop Dogg) 3/5
    4 – Firework 4/5
    5 – Peacock 2/5
    6 – Who Am I Living For? 3/5
    7 – The One That Got Away 5/5
    8 – E.T. 4/5
    9 – Circle The Drain 2/5
    10 – Pearl 2/5
    11 – Hummingbird Heartbeat 3/5
    12 – Not Like The Movies 3/5
  82. Serchvaz
    Jul 3, 2019
    6
    Its a good pop album ,you will enjoy it ,but the main problem are the lyrics they are so basic ,but the beats are incredible. In summary a summer album to hear and enjoy.
  83. JoshMedinna
    Apr 21, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Trashhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh… Expand
  84. KleineSean
    Feb 11, 2012
    3
    Extremely generic. Catchy beats, unoriginal lyrics with some sex references and, summarizing, it's not innovative at all. Just a bunch of radio-friendly songs directed to a teen public with the objective of making profit.
  85. Edgarflores17
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Es un álbum grandioso en contra de la homobobia,bullyng, racismo, sexismo me encantouno de los mejores de la historia
  86. Deseorun
    Mar 20, 2021
    7
    The singles are the best thing on the album. Without them, the recent "Smile" with all the pop monotony would have turned out.
  87. DonCalamardo09
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    queen u ate, love uu mommy this ended taypollution cheap teenage dream "1989"
  88. AndrewUltimate
    Oct 21, 2010
    6
    Katy Perry has great potential to be one of those "big female musicians" as she already is. The most interesting thing about Teenage Dream is that it seems like it was not even made to be a good album, but to be a party album to dance to on Friday night. The best tracks are "Teenage Dream", "Last Friday Night", "California Gurls", "Firework", & "The One That Got Away". Sure, "Peacock" mayKaty Perry has great potential to be one of those "big female musicians" as she already is. The most interesting thing about Teenage Dream is that it seems like it was not even made to be a good album, but to be a party album to dance to on Friday night. The best tracks are "Teenage Dream", "Last Friday Night", "California Gurls", "Firework", & "The One That Got Away". Sure, "Peacock" may be laughable, but the rest aren't bad cuts for a pop-party album.… Expand
  89. GustavoRibeiro
    Oct 16, 2015
    10
    Melhores músicas: Teenage Dream, Last Friday Night, E.T., California Gurls, The One That Got Away, Peacock, Hummingbird Heartbeat, Firework, Part Of Me, Dressin' Up, Tommie Sunshine's Megasix Smash-Up
  90. giliardynery
    Dec 12, 2019
    10
    Uma bíblia da música pop, um álbum perfeito e com hits que marcaram uma geração.
  91. eduviel
    Aug 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. it is more to say that this work defines a great era of pop ab had a great work and some good singles good work katy we congratulate you… Expand
  92. TestedCarli
    Nov 15, 2021
    7
    Teenage Dream The Complete Confection Album Score
    1. Teenage Dream 10/10
    2.Last Friday Night TGIF 10/10 3. California Gurls 10/10 4. Firework 10/10 5. Peacock 10/10 6. Circle The Drain 7/10 7. The One That Got Away 10/10 8. ET 10/10 9.Who Am I Living For 8/10 10. Pearl 7/10 11. Hummingbird Heartbeat 9/10 12. Not Like The Movies 9/10 13. The One That Got Away Accoustic 8/10 14. Part Of Me    Teenage Dream The Complete Confection Album Score
    1. Teenage Dream 10/10
    2.Last Friday Night TGIF 10/10
    3. California Gurls 10/10
    4. Firework 10/10
    5. Peacock 10/10
    6. Circle The Drain 7/10
    7. The One That Got Away 10/10
    8. ET 10/10
    9.Who Am I Living For 8/10
    10. Pearl 7/10
    11. Hummingbird Heartbeat 9/10
    12. Not Like The Movies 9/10
    13. The One That Got Away Accoustic 8/10
    14. Part Of Me 10/10
    15. Wide Awake - 10/10
    16. Dressing Up 10/10
    17. ET featuring Kanye West 10/10
    18. Last Friday Night Remix Featuring Missy Elliot 10/10
    19. Tommie's Sunshine Megamix 10/10    … Expand
  93. JefersonXCX
    Oct 30, 2016
    9
    Um álbum que trás felicidade, com muitos hinos, musica de superação, musica que traz realidade...
    Os #1 vieram como consequência do sucesso das faixas.
    Teenage Dream é o melhor álbum da Katy e não por ser comercial, e sim transparecer e passar emoção, fragilidade, felicidade e melancolia em suas faixas.
  94. Alexaaaanderg
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    El mejor álbum de todos, tiene la era más certificada de la historia de Estados Unidos
  95. contexistent
    Aug 29, 2020
    3
    The album has come very high highies and some very low lows. Teenage Dream and The One That Got Away are amazing but unfortunately they can't carry an entire album.
  96. Katyperry12
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    ICONIC, I don't even need to say anything, this album have her biggest hits that everyone will remember for years and years.
  97. asjklas
    Oct 28, 2011
    4
    Perry's sophomore effort Teenage Dream lacks one key element missing from her previous album, One of the Boys - originality. Its production is heavy but it's creativity is thin; in stead of pursuing her musicianship even further, it feels like Perry is simply mimicking the electropop genre every other artist is doing nowadays. And for a 26-year-old woman, lyrics like "I wanna see yourPerry's sophomore effort Teenage Dream lacks one key element missing from her previous album, One of the Boys - originality. Its production is heavy but it's creativity is thin; in stead of pursuing her musicianship even further, it feels like Perry is simply mimicking the electropop genre every other artist is doing nowadays. And for a 26-year-old woman, lyrics like "I wanna see your peacock-cock-cock-cock" are countably immature. However, redeeming aspects of the album are its standout tracks. "Teenage Dream" is a pop ballad that flatters Perry's soft yet loud vocal chords whilst "California Gurls" is a funky pop reggae song with contributions from Snoop Dogg. "Firework", "E.T.", and "Hummingbird Heartbeat" are excellent tracks as well.… Expand
  98. AldoJDC97
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    2010 AOTY, simple as that, a cultural reset, and iconic pop album, full of bops and a moment in time
  99. gustavothehuman
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is a masterpiece and defined a decade, any bad reviews about it should be a crime.
  100. marcoanlm
    May 17, 2022
    8
    TEENAGE DREAM
    katy perry, 2012
    1. e.t
    2. wide awake
    3. the one that got away
    4. part of me
    5. slast friday night (t.g.i.f)
    6. california gurls
    7. firework
    8. teenage dream
    9. circle the drain
    10. dressin' up
    11. not like the movies
    12. peacock
    13. who am i living for
    14. pearl
    15. hummingbird heartbeat
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 19
  3. Negative: 2 out of 19
  1. PopMatters
    40
    After some severe front-loading, the album is filled out by songs that are too dark or lifeless to work alongside the Candyland motif of the cover and sunbeamy splash of California Gurls.
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  2. Rolling Stone
    60
    Teenage Dream is the kind of pool-party-pop gem that Gwen Stefani used to crank out on the regular, full of SoCal ambience and disco beats.
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  3. Dot Music
    40
    There's none of the ABBA or Cardigans influence she claimed, nor any of the fun she seems to have in real life. For now she just sounds like another of pop's Stepford Wives.
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