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This Kind Of Love - Carly Simon
Metascore
60 out of 100

Mixed or average reviews - based on 7 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 7
  3. Negative: 1 out of 7
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  1. Boston Globe
    80
    Her voice is huskier, veined with the fine lines of age, but that only enhances the sultry sound of the Vineyard's favorite songbird.
  2. PopMatters
    80
    Don't mistake its pleasant surfaces for laidback listening. There's much more to it than initially meets the ear.
  3. All Music Guide
    70
    For Carly Simon's fans, this will ultimately be a most welcome return to her songwriting form.
  4. Mojo
    60
    Although on occasion Simon verges on a tinkly supper club sound, these awkward moments are thankfully outweighed by her rich melodies and candid lyrics. [July 2008, p.101]
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  5. Uncut
    40
    Her passion may be sincere, but the songs are a mixed bag. [July 2008, p.108]
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  6. Q Magazine
    40
    This Kind Of Love is unlikely to rekindle fresh interest. [July 2008, p.111]
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  7. Paste Magazine
    20
    This record's way blander than the sassy hits she played.
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