The Fame Monster
by Lady Gaga
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  1. ARGS19
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    I LOVE THIS ALBUM, really, I just listened to it and in most of its songs it shows its perfomancy and gives that desire to dance in the middle of a concert, sing it non-stop and above all with a lot of enthusiasm, I really loved it, apparently Lady Gaga's path is the right one and she shows it with her songs, I love her ❤️
  2. marianoooooooo
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El emjor album de la decada de los 00's!! Gaga supo darnos un album completamente pop con el **** Bad Romance considerada una de las meores canciones de toda la historia!!

    Otras desean.    … Expand
  3. junglerat
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    She was absolutely on fire... everything about it is brilliant from start to finish . Oh Godga
  4. Dudugana123
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Love you lady gaga this is your best album you ever did. Love love love it.
  5. Foeppel
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    EPIC. ICONIC. AMAZING. The videos, the esthetic, the clothes, the instrumental, the lyrics, the power of what she was trying to say with the whole Monster Fame thing! She ate my heart and made me speechless
  6. mrryjaneholland
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. this album left me speechless. FLAWLESS!!! this is pure art, it never gets old.… Expand
  7. Ritorumonsuta
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    La amo es un álbum impresionante Nunca escuche nada igual, un gran álbum, una artista por excelencia
  8. Fergieee8319
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Considerado la biblia del pop, este álbum es sin duda uma joya de este siglo, Gaga supo darnos el mejor de sus álbum y sobre todo unas canciones tan ICONICAS como Alejandro y Bad Romance
    Y la colaboración de la decada con Telephone: Gaga And Beyoncé!

    Excelente álbum de Mother    … Expand
  9. Trodai26
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    La goya de La Corona. El disco con el que Gaga dio el boom a nivel mundial. Pop puro! Letras maravillosas!
  10. RainonARMY
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    The album that made her fan. I still can't believe how much this album built my childhood. I need more like this from Gaga.
  11. adranuch0
    Sep 1, 2020
    10
    Find your FREEDOM IN THE MUSIC, TOGETHER WE'LL DANCE IN THE DARK. I'M A FREE BEAT.
  12. Apasra
    Sep 2, 2020
    10
    Standout Tracks: Monster, Bad Romance, Alejandro, Speechless, Dance in the Dark
  13. buppha
    Sep 2, 2020
    10
    Dance in the Dark as an official single would have been an amazing opportunity for Lady Gaga to catapult the status of The Fame Monster, and imagine the greatness of the visuals of its music video.
  14. ChaemChoi
    Sep 2, 2020
    10
    Speechless demonstrates the powerful prowess of Lady Gaga as a songwriter and vocalist.
  15. Festiniani
    Oct 8, 2020
    10
    maravilhosa perfeita aclamada proprietaria do universo e de tudo que nele habita, incrivel como ela nunca falha
  16. BillieMercury
    Oct 31, 2020
    10
    Despite being an EP technically, this is a beautiful body of work that has managed to stand the test of time! "Bad Romance" (and its accompanying video) is easily one of the best pop songs of all time, with its "Rah-Rah" hook, synth beats, and powerful vocals. I know a lot of people didn't like "Speechless," but I think its probably one of Gaga's best ballads! My three least favorites areDespite being an EP technically, this is a beautiful body of work that has managed to stand the test of time! "Bad Romance" (and its accompanying video) is easily one of the best pop songs of all time, with its "Rah-Rah" hook, synth beats, and powerful vocals. I know a lot of people didn't like "Speechless," but I think its probably one of Gaga's best ballads! My three least favorites are "Teeth," "So Happy I Could Die" and "Monster," but I still listen to them regularly. My top three change all of the time, but I love the entire track listing. Also, the visuals for this era are amazing and I loved the Gothic theme. Every music video, outfit, performance, etc. was spectacular and unique, a feat not too many besides Gaga have been able to pull off.… Expand
  17. Cavolfiore00
    Jan 9, 2021
    10
    This album is ICONIC, it’s undeniable. I loved it when it came out and I still love it
  18. cuzinho1
    Mar 19, 2021
    10
    Only after being overwhelmed by the sheer visibility of her warp-speed relaunch did I realize how enjoyable and inescapable her hooks and snatches had turned out to be.
  19. JoshMedinna
    Apr 21, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A masterpiece! Yeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeahhhh… Expand
  20. FurkanCan
    May 19, 2021
    10
    I think that album changed pop culture caused a fluctuation through music industry
  21. Amruk
    Oct 31, 2021
    10
    Truly a perfect collection of eight songs. Well executed concept backed-up by really great production.
    "Bad Romance" might be kinda redundant for some people in world where "Poker Face" exists, but both of those songs are great, there's no doubt about that. However shame that Lady Gaga sings about Verdigo stick here, instead of disco stick... "Alejandro" is a pretty cool track, with nice    Truly a perfect collection of eight songs. Well executed concept backed-up by really great production.
    "Bad Romance" might be kinda redundant for some people in world where "Poker Face" exists, but both of those songs are great, there's no doubt about that. However shame that Lady Gaga sings about Verdigo stick here, instead of disco stick... "Alejandro" is a pretty cool track, with nice transitions throught it. "Monster" is simply hypnotizing. From the opening note, you can say it will be a really nostalgic experience to listen to this song. I just love the way how this song progresses. "Speechless" is turn into more emotional, down-to-earth direction with its orchestral arrangment. "Dance in the Dark" is really dark track with nice lyrical details - I love it. "Telephone" is kind of a letdown here. I'm not saying it's bad - just for some people its production can be offputting, while Beyonce feature out of place and too agressive. "So Happy I Could Die" is a really servicable piece of Europop, while in "Teeth" Gaga really goes outloud with sexual stuff.    … Expand
  22. starcrossed
    Sep 10, 2021
    10
    it’s a cultural reset, a reason to breathe. it’s the reason why I wake up, the reason why I eat, the reason why I live. it’s everything that gives me energy, everything that gives me strength, everything that i’ve ever wanted.
  23. Sceibe
    Nov 4, 2021
    10
    This is a bible of pop music. A masterpiece that’s so well done, written and performed. Every single thing about this album is art and you just can’t stop hearing it because it’s so well done. This album truly defind what pop culture is about and it will always remain iconic and legendary and In the words of the amazingly talented creator it’s just “ Talanted, brilliant, incredible,This is a bible of pop music. A masterpiece that’s so well done, written and performed. Every single thing about this album is art and you just can’t stop hearing it because it’s so well done. This album truly defind what pop culture is about and it will always remain iconic and legendary and In the words of the amazingly talented creator it’s just “ Talanted, brilliant, incredible, amazing, showstopper, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before, unafraid to refferace or not refferace, put it in a blender, **** on it, vomit on it, eat it, give birth to it”… Expand
  24. TestedCarli
    Nov 17, 2021
    10
    The Fame Monster Album Review
    1.Bad Romance 10/10
    2. Alejandro 10/10
    3. Monster 10/10
    4. Speechless 7/10
    5. Dance In The Dark 10/10
    6. Telephone 10/10
    7. So Happy I Could Die 10/10
    8. Teeth 7/10
  25. Arethah
    Nov 25, 2021
    10
    Pop masterpiece Pop masterpiece Pop masterpiece Pop masterpiece Pop masterpiece Pop masterpiece
  26. germanotta28
    Jun 24, 2022
    10
    Gaga, The Fame Monster ve The Fame'i hep ayni cumle icinde kullanir. Yine de The Fame Monster'in muzikal kalite olarak The Fame'den cok daha nitelikli bir yerde durdugunu dusunuyorum. Yine de ikisini ayni baglamda degerlendirdigim icin 10 veriyorum.
  27. Igor_J_F
    Apr 22, 2022
    10
    10/10!!!
    Revolutionary and enigmatic. The two words that most represent this album. The pop music in the 2010’s was basically based on this album, there was a before/after scenery in Pop music when this album came out. Lady Gaga was the biggest (and still is) pop musician at that time, and this album just prove it what basically everybody knew it since her debut album, back in 2008, “The    10/10!!!
    Revolutionary and enigmatic. The two words that most represent this album. The pop music in the 2010’s was basically based on this album, there was a before/after scenery in Pop music when this album came out. Lady Gaga was the biggest (and still is) pop musician at that time, and this album just prove it what basically everybody knew it since her debut album, back in 2008, “The Fame”. She did the rules. She was the rules. “The fame Monster” was THE rule. Favorite Tracks: Bad Romance, Alejandro and Dance in the Dark.    … Expand
  28. paulll
    Oct 24, 2022
    10
    One of the most iconic albums ever released this century. Bad Romance and Alejandro alone deserve a 10/10.
  29. Ben_riddle08
    Aug 25, 2022
    10
    Un disco cohesivo tanto en sonido como en concepto, donde la mother monster te adentra a observar el lado oscuro que tiene la fama, en contraposición de lo que fue su álbum debut.
  30. sara9420
    May 14, 2023
    10
    THIS, I fell in love the moment i laid my eyes on the cd cover back in the day at walmart lol, this was by far such a great addition to an already perfect album
  31. JaySWang
    Mar 16, 2023
    10
    Comparing to The Fame, I think this one is the complete work from Gaga herself! From the first track to the end, I can see her ambition from the music!
  32. theplantjojo
    Mar 4, 2023
    10
    Atemporal. Naquela época, ninguém fazia música pop neste nível de qualidade. Na minha opinião, o Álbum do Ano.
  33. mototomami
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    This is a Pop Bible! Bad Romance, Alejandro, Telephone... all in this album is the definition of ICONIC AND UNIQUE
  34. Newstead544
    Sep 10, 2023
    10
    A great pop album in every sense. Its pretty good for what it is, although not everyone will enjoy it.
  35. Alicia
    Jan 12, 2010
    9
    This album includes the great pop beat songs from the fame but also incorporates the more rich tracks like Teeth ,Monster ,So happy I could DIe and even her own ballad Speechless.
  36. BelfordH.
    Dec 3, 2009
    9
    There are some amazing songs on this album. Dance in the dark, bad romance and monster. Not to mention telephone. also there's the rather strange tune of allejadro overall i'd give it a 10 but is't just lacking the wow factor.
  37. GregF.
    Dec 5, 2009
    9
    Ultra-catchy hooks, dancefloor anthems, solid production and solid water-tight lyrics can be heard throughout the entirety of "The Fame Monster". The one and only flaw with the record, besides the incredbly short length, is that some of the songs sound a tab bit samey to Monster's predecessor "The Fame" for instance the lead single "Bad Romance" sounds like a re-upped version of Ultra-catchy hooks, dancefloor anthems, solid production and solid water-tight lyrics can be heard throughout the entirety of "The Fame Monster". The one and only flaw with the record, besides the incredbly short length, is that some of the songs sound a tab bit samey to Monster's predecessor "The Fame" for instance the lead single "Bad Romance" sounds like a re-upped version of GaGa's hit single "Poker Face" But Lady GaGa does show the listeners that she is evolving her signature euro-dance-pop style with tracks like the more urban track "Telephone" with Beyonce, the crazy romping sexually driven "Teeth" or the 70's rock derived ballad "Speechless. Monster is definitely a great listen and has many potential future singles on it!… Expand
  38. FabioL
    Jan 22, 2010
    9
    I used to LOATHE Lady Gaga and was BAFFLED at why everyone enjoyed her so much. I even made a playlist of my favorite music which included: C,S,N and Young, James Brown, The Police, Jefferson Airplane, The Doors, Aretha... just to name a few, and I called this playlist "Lady Gaga is Going to Die"... I did this because I felt like society was really F***ed up to think that this girl had I used to LOATHE Lady Gaga and was BAFFLED at why everyone enjoyed her so much. I even made a playlist of my favorite music which included: C,S,N and Young, James Brown, The Police, Jefferson Airplane, The Doors, Aretha... just to name a few, and I called this playlist "Lady Gaga is Going to Die"... I did this because I felt like society was really F***ed up to think that this girl had talent. With this album, however, she completely changed my mind. I may not be a "Gagamaniac", but I certainly respect her at least. Just enjoy it for it's musicality. Not what she says, but how she says it, and how the music enhances these feelings she is trying to make into this... music. It's certainly beautiful and breathtaking at times. With this being leaps and bounds better than her first album, I wait for what she will come up with in the future.… Expand
  39. FolaG
    Nov 24, 2009
    9
    The only reason this album did not get a ten, is i'm not sure about the track "Teeth". It's too all over the place. Otherwise, this album is AMAZING. Every other song, including the extra song "No Way". "Monster" is an amazingly catchy club-banger... I cannot stop listening to it ."Telephone" is the perfect collaboration between two pop-icons. Love "Dance in the Dark" and "So The only reason this album did not get a ten, is i'm not sure about the track "Teeth". It's too all over the place. Otherwise, this album is AMAZING. Every other song, including the extra song "No Way". "Monster" is an amazingly catchy club-banger... I cannot stop listening to it ."Telephone" is the perfect collaboration between two pop-icons. Love "Dance in the Dark" and "So Happy I Could Die". "Alejandro" and "Bad Romance" are equally amazing. Also, "Speechless" is Gaga's best ballad, yet. She proves to everyone that she truly can sing--very well. It's got lovely lyrics and is one of my favorites of the album. This is a must buy!… Expand
  40. DavidIsOverHere
    Aug 14, 2010
    9
    This is actually better than her previous album. I can see what she is doing, "The Fame" was about the good things she expected about being famous, her aspirations to become famous etc. and "The Fame Monster" was about the bad things about fame which happened to her after becoming famous; every rose has its thorn :P

    The lead single, "Bad Romance", followed by other awesome tracks such    This is actually better than her previous album. I can see what she is doing, "The Fame" was about the good things she expected about being famous, her aspirations to become famous etc. and "The Fame Monster" was about the bad things about fame which happened to her after becoming famous; every rose has its thorn :P

    The lead single, "Bad Romance", followed by other awesome tracks such as "Alejandro", "Monster", "Dance in The Dark" are all catchy and fit the album very well. This album has changed the mindsets of some of the people who bashed on her previous album, it even turned her haters into her fans, albeit, some people are still incorrigible and will hate mainstream music regardless.    … Expand
  41. Paxster
    Aug 16, 2010
    9
    So much more creative than her debut album, The Fame Monster is a masterful 2nd album. My personal favourite is 'Dance in The Dark'. An eery dance track which has a large madonna influence. 'Bad Romance' signals a change of emphasis to darker themes and sounds. This album sees Gaga expand and improve on the Fame. It's the best pop for a while and leads me to be excited by what her 2011So much more creative than her debut album, The Fame Monster is a masterful 2nd album. My personal favourite is 'Dance in The Dark'. An eery dance track which has a large madonna influence. 'Bad Romance' signals a change of emphasis to darker themes and sounds. This album sees Gaga expand and improve on the Fame. It's the best pop for a while and leads me to be excited by what her 2011 album might promise.… Expand
  42. GavGav96
    Aug 15, 2010
    9
    An impressive, creative, original piece of work. There may be only 8 songs, but I think they're ALL brilliant - especially Bad Romance, Monster, and Dance In The Dark. Good work, GaGa!
  43. VeryCutePanda
    Sep 12, 2010
    9
    I don't need to say much, this is a highly enjoyable album and those that hate it are just haters with nothing to do. Bad Romance, Telephone, Alejandro, Monster, Dance In The Dark and Teeth are awesome, Speechless proves that Lady Gaga just isn't suitable to sing ballad and So Happy I Could Die is... well, disposable. What I love about her is her freshness, her creativity to createI don't need to say much, this is a highly enjoyable album and those that hate it are just haters with nothing to do. Bad Romance, Telephone, Alejandro, Monster, Dance In The Dark and Teeth are awesome, Speechless proves that Lady Gaga just isn't suitable to sing ballad and So Happy I Could Die is... well, disposable. What I love about her is her freshness, her creativity to create insanely catchy hooks and surprisingly good lyrics. Those that dismiss her as just another pop act are clearly mistaken,cause she will be her... for a really long time.… Expand
  44. CriticalCritic
    Sep 16, 2010
    9
    A solid album with each song bringing substance to the album as a whole. Lady Gaga is truly a great musical artist. Whether you like her outrageous outfits and interesting personality, her artistry is absolutely amazing. Other than "Bad Romance" and "Dance in the Dark", none of these songs capture Gaga's talent. Most of the songs are actually just general electropop in the mainstreamA solid album with each song bringing substance to the album as a whole. Lady Gaga is truly a great musical artist. Whether you like her outrageous outfits and interesting personality, her artistry is absolutely amazing. Other than "Bad Romance" and "Dance in the Dark", none of these songs capture Gaga's talent. Most of the songs are actually just general electropop in the mainstream world, just with clever infectious melodies and choruses to make them stand out. However, Gaga is just starting her career, and these songs, though not timeless, are a great start for her soon-to-be gigantic career.… Expand
  45. AndrewUltimate
    Oct 21, 2010
    9
    This is much more of what I was expecting from an artist even much higher above cookie-cutter-pop-stuff. This album shows a different and more intimate side of Lady Gaga than ever before, especially in her debut album, The Fame. "Dance in the Dark", & "Telephone" are amazing. The rest are also very good. This will probably be one of the best albums the Fame Monster will ever make.
  46. Turine
    Apr 9, 2011
    9
    All of the songs are amazingly catchy and nice, and Gaga proves that she has the vocals to sing as well.
    She's an all rounded singer, and can dance, sing and is particularly good LIVE, compared to other modern-day singers.
  47. Drag
    Nov 21, 2010
    9
    Overall, the E.P is really strong and the standouts are the 3 singles: Bad Romance, Telephone, Alejandro and Monster. The only 2 tracks I find a bit below my expectations are Teeth and Dance In The Dark. Overall, The Fame Monster is enjoyable and is a great follow up to The Fame.
  48. alberrrt
    Dec 19, 2010
    9
    Is a very good album, all the songs would be singles in an album of another artist. The best songs are Telephone and Dance in the Dark. However, all songs are great, there are only two somewhat weak: Teeth and So Happy I Could Die. But the best thing of the album is that Gaga just doesn't know to do dance and electronic songs. Speechless is by far, the best ballad of the year. Is a greatIs a very good album, all the songs would be singles in an album of another artist. The best songs are Telephone and Dance in the Dark. However, all songs are great, there are only two somewhat weak: Teeth and So Happy I Could Die. But the best thing of the album is that Gaga just doesn't know to do dance and electronic songs. Speechless is by far, the best ballad of the year. Is a great album that, if you like pop, you should buy.… Expand
  49. RogerSmith97
    May 23, 2011
    9
    This Is Good Not As Good As Her 1st CD But Still Good :) Go GAGA!
  50. Mateusq
    Nov 21, 2011
    9
    So Happy I Could, Speechless, Alejandro, Dance In The Dark and Monster are amazing tracks. The only reason it's not 100 is because there is Telephone.
  51. I_Am_F
    May 26, 2011
    9
    By far the best pop album of 2009. Way better than The Fame, 8 amazing tracks, no fillers. The vocals are great as well. Standouts - Bad Romance, Dance In The Dark.
  52. amir_manraj
    Jun 7, 2011
    9
    This is Gaga's best album to date. Other than "Monster", which is poorly written, and "Speechless", which is just simply boring, every song is a winner. "Alejandro" became my favorite song of hers the first time I heard it, before it was even announced as a single.
  53. Cjm72
    May 25, 2011
    9
    The album is perfect in its own way and every song in the album is definitely enjoyable to listen. It showed Lady Gaga in a different side as compared to her previous album.
  54. popculture95
    Jun 3, 2011
    9
    I think that the sounds present in the songs of 'The Fame Monster' is quite original and I really appreciate the work of Lady Gaga, and I really like all the songs in the album and I think that the best tracks are Bad Romance and Speechless. Although the lyrics can often be no deep meanings or worthy of note I really love the simplicity of the melodies and choruses, which in any case doesI think that the sounds present in the songs of 'The Fame Monster' is quite original and I really appreciate the work of Lady Gaga, and I really like all the songs in the album and I think that the best tracks are Bad Romance and Speechless. Although the lyrics can often be no deep meanings or worthy of note I really love the simplicity of the melodies and choruses, which in any case does not diminish the skill and talent of the artist… Expand
  55. MovieMachine
    Mar 25, 2012
    9
    Lady Gaga's second album, The Fame Monster, is not fun. Neither is it sexy, nor is it jubilant. And it definitely isn't pretty. It's masterful. It's elusive, dark, catchy, rhythmical, inharmonic, satirical (at some points even humorous), and musically brilliant. It's Gaga's tour de force, her assertion into the pop-musical realm, her footprint in the cemented road of musical development inLady Gaga's second album, The Fame Monster, is not fun. Neither is it sexy, nor is it jubilant. And it definitely isn't pretty. It's masterful. It's elusive, dark, catchy, rhythmical, inharmonic, satirical (at some points even humorous), and musically brilliant. It's Gaga's tour de force, her assertion into the pop-musical realm, her footprint in the cemented road of musical development in the 2k decade. Gaga, in collaboration with writers RedOne, Fernando Garibay, and Space Cowboy, proves that she, in fact, can escape the squid-like suction cups of radio music, while holding on to the classic pop templates that seem to be necessary to create a decently successful album. It's as if you gave Lady Gaga the Mona Lisa, and she transformed it into an austere Origami swan. The use of dissonance in this album is coherent and will not go unrecognized. She is effectively able to make music with making harmony, a difficult task for those artists that want to remain popular. The production value in this album is immense, much greater than her previous album, and for once, it doesn't detract from the true sound she tries to make. She doesn't hide her music deeply. In this album, she levels it above everything. It is important to note, though, that ugly does not make a song. Some moments in this album, we have to bear with the non-musical ugly, which may not be fun (and at some points, isn't even necessary to get the full effect of the album).

    Overall, Gaga's The Fame Monster gives us the impression that Gaga isn't just some hooker off the street. She cares about her music, like her album is her baby, and transfers as much personality and life into it as she can, making sure to include both the good and bad of her. Her album leaves us satisfied, but because of it's length, also leaves us hungry for more.    … Expand
  56. neisan_kun
    Jul 27, 2011
    9
    Here we see Lady Gaga in new light as opposed to "The Fame". Where "The Fame" highlighted on a fun, pop sound. "The Fame Monster" EP gives a new perspective on the reality of "The Fame". Drawing inspirations from different styles and melodies, she reminds us that not all catchy music has to be cliche. Lyrically, the EP has a grotesque atmosphere that combines well with the darker toneHere we see Lady Gaga in new light as opposed to "The Fame". Where "The Fame" highlighted on a fun, pop sound. "The Fame Monster" EP gives a new perspective on the reality of "The Fame". Drawing inspirations from different styles and melodies, she reminds us that not all catchy music has to be cliche. Lyrically, the EP has a grotesque atmosphere that combines well with the darker tone while keeping an attractive sound. Where at a few points it may lack depth, it still triumphs over many other modern pop sensations.… Expand
  57. stefankv
    Aug 12, 2011
    9
    I remember the first time I heard 'Bad Romance,' having barely recovered from Lady Gaga's explosion onto the music scene with her debut album, The Fame; I couldn't believe the song I was hearing was Gaga. It sounded nothing like 'Poker Face,' and at first, my heart skipped a beat.

    But therein lies the strength of The Fame Monster; as a whole, the CD is nothing like its predecessor. While    I remember the first time I heard 'Bad Romance,' having barely recovered from Lady Gaga's explosion onto the music scene with her debut album, The Fame; I couldn't believe the song I was hearing was Gaga. It sounded nothing like 'Poker Face,' and at first, my heart skipped a beat.

    But therein lies the strength of The Fame Monster; as a whole, the CD is nothing like its predecessor. While The Fame succeeds in being an in-your-face, shameless pop/dance tour de force about the rise to and struggle for fame, The Fame Monster takes a step back and analyzes the consequences of said actions. The result is a staggeringly good piece of pop, showing Gaga's darker (and stronger) musical side. Songs like 'Dance in the Dark' and 'Bad Romance' push the boundaries of pop music and challenge other artists to follow Gaga in creating pop that isn't (gasp) mindless, while others like 'Telephone' play to the strengths that allowed her to become this famous in the first place. The Fame Monster blows The Fame out of the water and nearly makes the original 14 track album seem of such low quality (which it definitely is not) that you'd wish she'd debuted with this one instead.    … Expand
  58. JoelSN
    Mar 24, 2012
    9
    "The Fame Monster" is GaGa's best work yet. "The Fame" really helped her to become a worldwide superstar, but it was "The Fame Monster" that established her as a pop artist. From "Bad Romance" to "Teeth" this is one of the greatest pop music creations I had heard in a long time. The dark, electronic beats , the self-written lyrics, the meaning of each song ("the eight fears")... everything"The Fame Monster" is GaGa's best work yet. "The Fame" really helped her to become a worldwide superstar, but it was "The Fame Monster" that established her as a pop artist. From "Bad Romance" to "Teeth" this is one of the greatest pop music creations I had heard in a long time. The dark, electronic beats , the self-written lyrics, the meaning of each song ("the eight fears")... everything fits perfectly into her concept and it will probably be the standout of her career, the moment were she is the most successful singer of the world, and the moment were her music is liked the most. The album features some of the best RedOne productions yet (and judging by his later works, I think they will keep that title), and one of the most special GaGa songs: Dance in the Dark. I don't think this song would've been very successful, but it is very unique, and has a very beautiful message. "Bad Romance" is probably the most iconic and successful GaGa song, and Speechless shows that she can also make ballads, even if they are on a GaGa way. I think she is capable of topping this album, but we will have to wait and see, as she doesn't seem to be willing to repeat herself. Maybe with a different sound, but I just hope she delivers this level of quality again.

    Highlights: Bad Romance, Dance in the Dark, Speechless    … Expand
  59. Arturo
    Jul 10, 2012
    9
    This album is better than The Fame & Born This Way. The best songs are So Happy I Could Die and Monster. The concept of the album is interesting. I want to have her new record!
  60. AnalyDewa
    Feb 6, 2017
    9
    Com 8 faixas, o LP "The Fame Monster" seria inicialmente apenas o relançamento de uma edição de luxo do seu bem sucedido "The Fame", mas desde o início Lady Gaga fez questão que o trabalho fosse levado como o seu segundo disco de estúdio. Com pouco mais de 30 minutos de duração, Gaga consegue usar o tempo a seu favor, fazendo deste trabalho um disco com muito mais coesão e a concisão acabaCom 8 faixas, o LP "The Fame Monster" seria inicialmente apenas o relançamento de uma edição de luxo do seu bem sucedido "The Fame", mas desde o início Lady Gaga fez questão que o trabalho fosse levado como o seu segundo disco de estúdio. Com pouco mais de 30 minutos de duração, Gaga consegue usar o tempo a seu favor, fazendo deste trabalho um disco com muito mais coesão e a concisão acaba por ser um elemento que a impede de tropeçar dentro de clichês do gênero.
    Com letras feitas para dominar as pistas e um dance pop conceitual influenciado nitidamente por gigantes como Madonna, Prince, Michael Jackson e David Bowie, Lady Gaga aqui traz letras pessoais e passagens sobre moda e o esteriótipo da fama como algo atroz. A artista que chegou na música pop em meados de 2008 e em 2009 dominava tudo como um furação, tem aqui em seu ápice o despertar, mesmo que em primeiro momento em incerteza e desdém, de o nascimento de uma estrela tão extravagante quanto os seus looks feitos pelo "Haus of Gaga". Com muito mais poder criativo e visão artística que qualquer concorrente da época, ela podia até dividir os charts com as mesmas, mas era de longe a artista mais influente e marcante do pop de sua geração.
    Mesmo que acusada por alguns de copiar o estilo de alguma das estrelas anteriormente citadas, Gaga tem em "The Fame Monster" o poder de intrigar e de unir com o seu produtor RedOne um som bastante original pra época e manter o lado visual do pop que estava apagado há algum tempo (exemplo disso são seus videoclipes que excedem a barreira comum da época dos 3 ou 4 minutos).
    O EP funciona praticamente bem por inteiro e tudo soaria facilmente como um potencial hit número #1 das paradas. Os destaques ficam pela ótima "Bad Romance" que engole todos os singles de trabalho do "The Fame", além de "Speechless" inspirada pelo rock de seus ídolos Bowie e Queen, "Dance in the Dark" inspirada por "Vogue" da Madonna e "Telephone" que contém a participação muito bem colocada de Beyoncé.    … Expand
  61. BrunoZrZr
    Mar 9, 2013
    9
    Absolutely perfect message, the fame isn't that paradise we think, every music treat about different mistakes and causes, well produced and a great sequence for the previous album.
  62. BaltimoreFreak
    Nov 14, 2012
    9
    The second album of Gaga prove her fascinating talent, she is unique, there aren't anyone like her, she is a "brand", her lyrics are amazing and she has re-created pop music, nothing is the same since she is there.
  63. chidime
    Jun 13, 2017
    9
    Good pop album. This was Gaga at her finest. Bad Romance, Telephone and Alejandro are some of her finest singles. Amazing! .
  64. BWETMatangi
    Aug 15, 2013
    9
    Not as good as "Born This Way", but better than "The Fame". Even though it is has only eight tracks, all of them are catchy. My favorite song is "So Happy I Could Die".
  65. gardenofeden
    Oct 23, 2013
    9
    overall this is a very pleasing experience. This record is inspired by electro-house and a modern take on drum and bass and it blends beautifully. even-though this record only counts 8 songs, it's one of the more solid works ever put out by a pop-singer. the only two downsides of this record is the pummeling and non-cohesive 'teeth' and the slightly generic 'telephone'. every other songoverall this is a very pleasing experience. This record is inspired by electro-house and a modern take on drum and bass and it blends beautifully. even-though this record only counts 8 songs, it's one of the more solid works ever put out by a pop-singer. the only two downsides of this record is the pummeling and non-cohesive 'teeth' and the slightly generic 'telephone'. every other song however is a fine work of pop and art.… Expand
  66. sakislv
    Nov 4, 2013
    9
    This is Lady Gaga at her top. Every single song on this EP is well produced and i really enjoyed everything. The only reason i don't gave it a 10 is because "teeth" could be better.
  67. NaimRG
    Nov 15, 2013
    9
    Her best album yet, full of catchy songs that make you get up and start dancing. It is fun, and full of great songs for clubs, this is a unique album that deserves our applause.
  68. GabZChris
    Nov 29, 2013
    9
    An excellent extension to her Fame album, The Fame Monster keeps up with the quality of its predecessor, with even more depth and an overall tone that's darker and more defined. The songs from this album would go on to win her more fans, with the likes of Bad Romance & Telephone, becoming huge smashes worldwide. Its edgier feel puts this album forth as one that will be thoroughlyAn excellent extension to her Fame album, The Fame Monster keeps up with the quality of its predecessor, with even more depth and an overall tone that's darker and more defined. The songs from this album would go on to win her more fans, with the likes of Bad Romance & Telephone, becoming huge smashes worldwide. Its edgier feel puts this album forth as one that will be thoroughly memorable. More significantly, this album spawned music videos that drove her popularity to stardom, with the highly-acclaimed first two singles taking charge at the 2011 Video Music Awards.

    On a personal note, this is my favourite album off my CD collection (one that has more than a hundred copies), with it taking the most spins on my stereo. The reason why I adore Gaga so much, and where I'd say I derive my audio pleasure and satisfaction.

    Standout Tracks: Bad Romance, Speechless, Dance In The Dark, Telephone (ft. Beyoncé)    … Expand
  69. Adson
    Sep 23, 2014
    9
    Another bible of pop! Art and Gaga's criativity, you'll find here. My favorites:
    1 - Bad Romance
    2 - Dance in the Dark
    3 - Alejandro
    4 - Monster
    5 - Telephone
    6 - Teeth
    7 - So Happy I Could Die
    8 - Speechless (I prefer this one live, is so much better!)
  70. guiseppelucas
    Sep 30, 2014
    9
    Where every Gothic pop started, Gaga created an explosion of thoughts, erotically or romantically, for a blast of sick tunes and heavy beats big enough to turn the pop music history upside down.
  71. KTX05
    Mar 24, 2015
    9
    This album is thirty-five minutes of sheer pop perfection. Dark, original, catchy, and inventive, The Fame Monster was Lady Gaga at her absolute best.
  72. NathanCabello
    Dec 16, 2014
    9
    An EP that deserved to be an album in full, with great songs to sing, dance, only listen or do what you want, that's what that year was in need and Gaga did a great job on it.
    Highlights: Telephone and Bad Romance
    Lows: So Happy I Could Die and Alejandro
  73. rebeligado
    Jan 6, 2015
    9
    Tão bom quanto ao The fame.

    Monster 10
    Speechless 10
    Dance in the Dark 9.5
    So Happy I Could Die 9.5

    Essas são as músicas que ouço até hoje depois de 4 anos do lançamento.
  74. asmanraj
    May 17, 2020
    9
    This iconic extended play is Gaga's best album as a solo artist, and it will be very hard for her to top this one. (I haven't listened to Cheek to Cheek or the A Star Is Born soundtrack.) I have decided to review this album over ten years after its release date because Chromatica is scheduled to release this month. I had the privilege of attending the Washington, DC show of The MonsterThis iconic extended play is Gaga's best album as a solo artist, and it will be very hard for her to top this one. (I haven't listened to Cheek to Cheek or the A Star Is Born soundtrack.) I have decided to review this album over ten years after its release date because Chromatica is scheduled to release this month. I had the privilege of attending the Washington, DC show of The Monster Ball Tour and it was electrifying. The only dud on the album is "Speechless", which is the only reason I can't give this album a perfect score.… Expand
  75. RealReviews1
    Oct 10, 2015
    9
    this is the best Lady Gaga's record so far (Oct 2015), it is very dark with great lyrics that experiment with the monsters of fame, relationships, sex, friends, etc,.
    Bad Romance is a 10/10 the dark synth/electro/pop beat is amazing so is the chorus & lyrics
    Alejandro 8/10 dark and catchy Monster 9/10 Speechless 10/10 pop/rock ballad and wow Gaga's voice Dance In the Dark 10/10    this is the best Lady Gaga's record so far (Oct 2015), it is very dark with great lyrics that experiment with the monsters of fame, relationships, sex, friends, etc,.
    Bad Romance is a 10/10 the dark synth/electro/pop beat is amazing so is the chorus & lyrics
    Alejandro 8/10 dark and catchy
    Monster 9/10
    Speechless 10/10 pop/rock ballad and wow Gaga's voice
    Dance In the Dark 10/10 fearless & timeless song, really dark dance song should be single.
    Telephone 8/10 video of the decade? yeah.
    So Happy I Could Die 8/10 amazing beats
    Teeth 8/10    … Expand
  76. CharlieBetterIs
    Dec 28, 2015
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Fame Monster é um EP excelente. Aqui, Gaga mostra o "monstro da fama", com as 7 primeiras músicas espetaculares. A oitava aka Teeth é bem ruim, mas não distoa a qualidade do material. Provavelmente o melhor trabalho da Lady Gaga.

    Pontos altos: Telephone, Monster, Spechless
    Ponto baixo: Teeth    … Expand
  77. IGa
    Jan 30, 2016
    9
    "Teeth" can not destroy this genuine work of art. With engaging beats, heavier than its predecessor, The Fame Monster can ensure their quality and still provide something new to the repertoire of Lady Gaga. As for the retro tracks, marked here by "Speechless" and "Dance In The Dark", can have a higher quality than those of its predecessor. With seven tracks hair-raising, we can't even be"Teeth" can not destroy this genuine work of art. With engaging beats, heavier than its predecessor, The Fame Monster can ensure their quality and still provide something new to the repertoire of Lady Gaga. As for the retro tracks, marked here by "Speechless" and "Dance In The Dark", can have a higher quality than those of its predecessor. With seven tracks hair-raising, we can't even be discouraged by the annoying repetition of "Teeth".… Expand
  78. jack26
    Apr 4, 2016
    9
    To this day, the endlessly catchy hooks and at times deep, cutting lyrics run effortlessly through my mind. A true modern pop classic that earned its place in music history and truly managed to define the transition of the decades into the new era.
  79. Americarnaud
    May 6, 2016
    9
    The Fame Monster is Lady Gaga's best album to date. Each song is unique, the production and the writing are great and you cannot help but to sing along to these iconic hits, like Bad Romance or Telephone.
    Her contemporaries should take notes. This is music. This is art.
  80. dislexicpotato
    Nov 2, 2018
    9
    One of the best albums I have ever heard in my life with iconic singles such as Bad Romance and Telephone and overall just being amazing with a unique dark tone. Favourites include Bad Romance, Telephone, Monster, Dance In The Dark and So Happy I Could Die. The only reason I'm not giving this album a 10 is the song Teeth which I simply do not like at all.
  81. IgorCryBaby
    Dec 24, 2017
    9
    Great album. Darker than previous one and I like it even more. Instrumentals are wonderful and lyrically is great too.
  82. Kauanzanatts
    Sep 11, 2016
    9
    amazing,strong,quality,powerful and the fame that describes that album, hits like bad romance, alejandro,papparazi and telephone makes this a masterpiece her best album ever and so far
  83. RobertoVite22
    Oct 24, 2016
    9
    The greatest album in history, all the songs are a masterpiece. Bad Romance is the millenium hit and I love it, thanks for create it, thanks for make me brave
  84. Joel_Freecheck
    May 29, 2020
    9
    Gaga at her peak. "Bad Romance" swept the nation for good reason. The production is a serve and the fame monster herself is perfectly content in this sound.
  85. ManuelContreras
    Apr 7, 2018
    9
    Mucho mejor que su primer trabajo "the fame" con este album dejo en claro que seria una gran estrella
  86. Pabloskiwins
    Apr 9, 2021
    9
    Carisma, ambición y éxito. Serían tres palabras muy adecuadas para este álbum el cual está lleno de completos bombazos musicales que nos acompañaron desde 2009 hasta hoy y con los que Lady Gaga se proclamaría como una de las reinas del pop y del mundo. Quizá lo único que le falte es un poco más de cohesión con algunas canciones.
  87. leostarboy
    Sep 9, 2020
    9
    Elsewhere on The Fame Monster, she morphs into other stars-- Freddie Mercury on "Speechless", ABBA on "Alejandro", Madonna on "Dance in the Dark", Britney Spears on "Telephone", Kylie Minogue on "Monster", and Christina Aguilera on "Teeth". Yet instead of hopelessly retro, it comes off very modern, in part because U.S. pop and hip-hop is currently drawing heavily from Europop, hi-NRG, andElsewhere on The Fame Monster, she morphs into other stars-- Freddie Mercury on "Speechless", ABBA on "Alejandro", Madonna on "Dance in the Dark", Britney Spears on "Telephone", Kylie Minogue on "Monster", and Christina Aguilera on "Teeth". Yet instead of hopelessly retro, it comes off very modern, in part because U.S. pop and hip-hop is currently drawing heavily from Europop, hi-NRG, and dance music. As a result of it, Gaga makes a great dance pop album, maybe her best yet.… Expand
  88. louis_
    Jun 20, 2019
    9
    Spectacular, Brilliant, Contagious and Innovative. With an even better sound mix than The Fame, Lady Gaga undoubtedly delivers one of the best pop works ever done with striking lyrics and a mix of genres that shows how multitalented this artist is.
  89. viniciuspotrich
    May 22, 2019
    9
    Gaga mostra todo seu talento como artista pop em The Fame Monster. As faixas, que conseguem unir qualidade a potencial comercial, mostram a pluralidade da música pop da cantora.
  90. zinedinrabia
    Sep 5, 2019
    9
    one of Gaga's best work!!
    it showcases her vocal abilities and versatility .................
  91. Lariwo
    May 29, 2020
    9
    Um cartão de visitas espetacular que nos apresenta a melhor face do pop. Dançante e envolvente.
  92. Afterglow_0202
    Aug 30, 2020
    9
    Not only does this new song cycle retain the Euro-tastic sheen of its predecessor, it outdoes it in sheer dance-floor whump. She creates layers of dark, self-indulgent, eye-popping music that holds up against her previous hits and is, in some cases, even more satisfying. The lead single is a powerhouse of dance waves and infectiously produced beats, but the album doesn't always stand outNot only does this new song cycle retain the Euro-tastic sheen of its predecessor, it outdoes it in sheer dance-floor whump. She creates layers of dark, self-indulgent, eye-popping music that holds up against her previous hits and is, in some cases, even more satisfying. The lead single is a powerhouse of dance waves and infectiously produced beats, but the album doesn't always stand out as definitive, even though it's consistently fresh and innovative.… Expand
  93. lvcxsz
    Dec 11, 2020
    9
    This album is a very short pop record that has defined the 2010's, as well as the future of pop music. Serving as one of the most conceptually innovative and powerful albums released in the 2000's, Lady Gaga proved early that she was a legend in the making, and with the timeless dance-pop anthems like Bad Romance and Telephone, as well as the electrifying rock-influenced ballad that isThis album is a very short pop record that has defined the 2010's, as well as the future of pop music. Serving as one of the most conceptually innovative and powerful albums released in the 2000's, Lady Gaga proved early that she was a legend in the making, and with the timeless dance-pop anthems like Bad Romance and Telephone, as well as the electrifying rock-influenced ballad that is Speechless, Gaga showed her versatility in just a few simple tracks and solidified herself in the Pop Hall of Fame.… Expand
  94. Deseorun
    Mar 19, 2021
    9
    7 out of 8 melodic and catchy compositions, 3 long-term hits. This album is almost perfect.
  95. Amyly
    Jun 30, 2021
    9
    Huge debut album, great pop hits. Very impactful her best and only good music.
  96. evermore13
    Nov 15, 2021
    9
    Not only does this new song cycle retain the Euro-tastic sheen of its predecessor, it outdoes it in sheer dance-floor whump. She creates layers of dark, self-indulgent, eye-popping music that holds up against her previous hits and is, in some cases, even more satisfying. The lead single is a powerhouse of dance waves and infectiously produced beats, but the album doesn't always stand outNot only does this new song cycle retain the Euro-tastic sheen of its predecessor, it outdoes it in sheer dance-floor whump. She creates layers of dark, self-indulgent, eye-popping music that holds up against her previous hits and is, in some cases, even more satisfying. The lead single is a powerhouse of dance waves and infectiously produced beats, but the album doesn't always stand out as definitive, even though it's consistently fresh and innovative.… Expand
  97. DarkT
    Nov 29, 2009
    8
    More ambitious than her first album, Can't wait what's in store for us next.
  98. MusiclyMade
    Sep 7, 2012
    8
    Lady Gaga's finest moment as a recording artist thus far. The eclecticism Gaga shows on this superb EP really does give her a sense of credibility as a pop artist, enabling herself to go from powerful, heart-broken rock ballads like 'Speechless', back to her more "traditional" dance tracks like 'Dance in the Dark', all the way out to tracks like 'Alejandro' that give Gaga a sense ofLady Gaga's finest moment as a recording artist thus far. The eclecticism Gaga shows on this superb EP really does give her a sense of credibility as a pop artist, enabling herself to go from powerful, heart-broken rock ballads like 'Speechless', back to her more "traditional" dance tracks like 'Dance in the Dark', all the way out to tracks like 'Alejandro' that give Gaga a sense of relatable vulnerability. Lovely.… Expand
  99. iamanicon
    May 24, 2011
    8
    Dance In The Dark and Telephone keep this EP from falling on its head with dud's like Alejandro and So Happy I Could Die. Bad Romance is an example of what Lady Gaga does best - lets the music speak and actually shuts up a bit.
  100. jacobddful
    Oct 26, 2010
    8
    This album is one of those rare cases where popularity and fame ACTUALLY helps a music artist. While some songs defianitly outshine others, every song is at least worth a 5th or 6th listen on your iPod.
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78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. The Boston Phoenix
    May 2, 2012
    88
    Not only does this new song cycle retain the Euro-tastic sheen of its predecessor, it outdoes it in sheer dance-floor whump.
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  2. MSN Consumer Guide (Robert Christgau)
    91
    Only after being overwhelmed by the sheer visibility of her warp-speed relaunch did I realize how enjoyable and inescapable her hooks and snatches had turned out to be.
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  3. Los Angeles Times
    75
    In her music videos and live shows over the past year, Gaga has worked hard to demonstrate her creative ambition and stylistic range, and that project continues on The Fame Monster.
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