Unorthodox Jukebox
by Bruno Mars
  • Record Label: Atlantic
  • Release Date: Dec 11, 2012
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7.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 283 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 59 out of 283
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  1. NolanLundgaard
    Mar 25, 2020
    7
    Unorthodox Jukebox by Bruno Mars: 6.40

    Young Girls: 1 Locked Out of Heaven: 1 :) Gorilla: 1 :) Treasure: 1 :) Moonshine: 1 When I Was Your Man: 1! :) Natalie: 1 :) Show Me: 0.25 Money Make Her Smile: 0 If I Knew: 0.75 8/10 = .800 -> 6.40 Unorthodox Jukebox has some absolutely outstanding songs. Unfortunately, there are also a few songs on here that sadly (I’m so sorry)    Unorthodox Jukebox by Bruno Mars: 6.40

    Young Girls: 1
    Locked Out of Heaven: 1 :)
    Gorilla: 1 :)
    Treasure: 1 :)
    Moonshine: 1
    When I Was Your Man: 1! :)
    Natalie: 1 :)
    Show Me: 0.25
    Money Make Her Smile: 0
    If I Knew: 0.75

    8/10 = .800 -> 6.40

    Unorthodox Jukebox has some absolutely outstanding songs. Unfortunately, there are also a few songs on here that sadly (I’m so sorry) just aren’t fun to listen to. This includes Money Make Her Smile, which I honestly had a hard time listening to the whole thing. While Show Me isn’t a bad song, the bridge ruined it for me, with the foghorns and how sexualized it was. I supposed that was a minor issue with Gorilla as well. It wasn’t hard to listen to, I mean, I really enjoyed the interludes and the cleverness in the kickdrum placement; overall the actual music of that song was great. The lyrics were just a little too much for me. That being said, the rest of the songs on the album were fantastic! Three of them were already on my playlists, but after listening to these, I’ll have to add Natalie. Bruno Mars should be congratulated after writing this really good album, especially with writing (for the most part) very fun and catchy songs. Highlights: Young Girls, Locked Out of Heaven, Treasure, Moonshine, When I Was Your Man, and Natalie.    … Expand
  2. victorcarter
    Nov 21, 2016
    7
    a surprisingly introspective album hidden behind interestingly complex yet accessible pop tunes. this is undoubtedly bruno mars at his best.

    best songs: young girls, locked out of heaven, gorilla, treasure
  3. ChunkDump
    Dec 23, 2020
    8
    i was barely learning who Bruno Mars was at this time of release not having any idea he released a previous album. my favorite track from album is "Locked out of heaven" upbeat and fun to listen too. what year for music.
  4. LanaDelRey
    Mar 24, 2013
    10
    Bruno Mars Has Proven With This Album That He Has The Writing Skills And The Voice To Make One Of The Best Albums Of 2012!
  5. mchlkirk77
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    New reviewer reviewing my top cds of 2013 what can you say about bruno mars true brilliance, rock, r&b, etc. he has a prince feel on one song and an old school r&b feel on another rock and sting are present i think he is one of the most intiguing and brilliant artists of our century.
  6. Mobina1
    Mar 20, 2021
    9
    Very wise production,At least it is far better than DooWops & Hooligans productions. Lyrics are good and I'm still listening and vibin with treasure.
  7. mike4444
    Nov 1, 2013
    8
    I'm no Bruno Mars fan but this album is pretty well done. Locked Out of Heaven, When I Was Your Man and Treasure are two songs that should never be left out of any top songs of 2013 list.
  8. spongeswift
    Nov 12, 2017
    7
    This album is fun. Bruno Mars's music has always been just fun to listen to, it's not extraordinary but it's fun. When I Was Your Man was really the only deep cutting song on the album it's a 10/10 but the rest of the songs are again good pool or club music.
  9. Dalmx
    Mar 23, 2021
    8
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  10. Juan12353
    Jul 12, 2016
    10
    Bruno Mejora Cada Vez Mas, Su Musica Es Indiscutiblemente Buena, Tiene Un Gran Talrnto Y Es Exitoso, Esto Merece Mas Que Un 70 Como Metascore, Es Un Gran Album.
  11. VonSeux
    Dec 17, 2013
    4
    TWO GREAT SONGS won't make a good album. I think Locked out of heaven is one of the best songs this year, and the video is amazing, very energetic and FUN. Too bad the rest of the album is cheesy and slow. Money make her smile is veeeery Michael Jackson and i really like the song, but other than that. Very bland unispired pop fillers.
  12. Teodoro
    Jun 20, 2014
    2
    Conseguiu ser pior que o primeiro,tem 1 boa música e outras 2 medianas.
    Não sei por que inssistem e por ele num pedestal que ele realmente não merece estar.
  13. Brad_
    May 8, 2013
    9
    Just listened to the entire album. I really enjoyed it. Short and sweet and to the point. Very well done. Every song is worth listening to as there are only 11 songs with such variation and there isn't one that is "skippable". Each song tells a story coherently which is something that Frank Ocean may have lacked for me.
  14. Bringman
    Jan 4, 2016
    10
    AmazingAmazingAmazingAmazingAmazingAmazingAmazingAmazingAmazingAmazingAmazingAmazingAmazingAmazing ONE OF THE BEST ALBUMS EVER MADE IN MUSIC HISTORY..
  15. Adson
    Oct 7, 2014
    8
    Soooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much better than the first. Catchy songs, he got this control in his songs that any artist should have. Keep goind Bruno, we are with you!
  16. TheWalrus2000
    Mar 11, 2013
    9
    Bruno Mars strikes back with an even better sounding album than before, fans like me should be really pleased.
  17. dharma
    Jan 6, 2013
    7
    The current king of 'sappy love songs' is back! His songs are infectious, designed to leave girls 'swooning', giving wedding singers worldwide enough material to sing until Mars' next album. His trademark vocal is back, and while it doesn't have as single as strong as his previous effort, it will still be a big hit worldwide.
  18. QuintonB
    Jan 4, 2013
    8
    Bruno Mars has delivered an enjoyable, nostalgia dripping sophomore effort that surpasses his first album by a mile. While he still has room to grow (he could at least try to be more original), Bruno has proven that he is a talented tribute act and has much more up his sleeve for the future.
  19. theahsanhaseeb
    Dec 11, 2012
    10
    After listening to this record, I can easily say that Bruno Mars is one of the best musicians we have today. Unorthdox Jukebox is a pile of diversity and is equally mind-blowing. He took a huge risk this time and it really got paid off. His voice has improved, his songs sound more mature now, he has incorporated almost every genre on this album we know would better suit his voice. BestAfter listening to this record, I can easily say that Bruno Mars is one of the best musicians we have today. Unorthdox Jukebox is a pile of diversity and is equally mind-blowing. He took a huge risk this time and it really got paid off. His voice has improved, his songs sound more mature now, he has incorporated almost every genre on this album we know would better suit his voice. Best thing about this album is that how original and fresh it sounds, every song on the record has its own powerful yet soothing melody which is very rare these days. I love almost all the songs on this record but my favorites are "Moonshine", "Gorilla", "Locked Out of Heaven", "Natalie" and "If I Knew". Every song on the record is worth listening to, and I must say that Bruno Mars has surprised me again.… Expand
  20. leafar0997
    Dec 14, 2012
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Bruno Mars got a lot of talent, and this album show it very well. Unorthodox Jukebox is in my opinion, much better than his first album. Some songs are absolutely amazing like "Young Girls" and "Moonshine". "Gorilla" is a very good noddy song and of course, all the songs of the album show the great Bruno's voice. I was not a very big Bruno Mars fan, now i think that I started to be.… Expand
  21. Musicfan09
    May 12, 2013
    10
    This album is amazing. I have the whole album,l and I believe it's the only whole album I digitally have. He really has nice singles and puts out great music for any format, like Pop, Rhythmic, AC, HAC, and sometimes even Country (Just The Way You Are, imo). I hope he keeps on releasing music that sounds like these 2 albums because then he will have way more success than he is alreadyThis album is amazing. I have the whole album,l and I believe it's the only whole album I digitally have. He really has nice singles and puts out great music for any format, like Pop, Rhythmic, AC, HAC, and sometimes even Country (Just The Way You Are, imo). I hope he keeps on releasing music that sounds like these 2 albums because then he will have way more success than he is already having. I recommend this album.… Expand
  22. Markosvini
    Mar 30, 2013
    7
    Talvez o CD seja muito bom, mas não como o seu CD de estreia Doo Wops & Hooligans, consegui sentir a vibe positiva contida nas letras e no ritmo quase anos 80, pra mim uma pena que Unorthodox Jukebox quase totalmente como uma balada porque músicas como Locked Out Of Heaven são muito vendiveis
  23. Philipp1996
    Dec 13, 2012
    9
    Bruno Mars - Unorthodox Juxebox:

    1. Young Girls: Amazing start. 10/10! 2. Locked Out Of Heaven: The first single. Fast and danceable: 10/10! 3.Gorilla: I love the drums on this song 9/10! 4.Treasure: Disco-Feeling! 8/10! 5.Moonshine: I don't like this song so much. Sorry 5/10! 6.When I Was Your Man: Amazing ballad! 10/10! 7.Natalie: And the next wonderful song 10/10. 8. Show Me:    Bruno Mars - Unorthodox Juxebox:

    1. Young Girls: Amazing start. 10/10! 2. Locked Out Of Heaven: The first single. Fast and danceable: 10/10! 3.Gorilla: I love the drums on this song 9/10! 4.Treasure: Disco-Feeling! 8/10! 5.Moonshine: I don't like this song so much. Sorry 5/10! 6.When I Was Your Man: Amazing ballad! 10/10! 7.Natalie: And the next wonderful song 10/10. 8. Show Me: Reggae!! 9/10

    9.Money Make Her Smile: Not my favorite song. It sounds like Lady Gaga 4/10

    10: If I Knew: Final Highlight 10/10

    --> 8.5 points = 9 points. Nice work!    … Expand
  24. star_gazing
    Dec 11, 2012
    0
    It's musically different; it's more focused on an organic style, and it does have have accompanying piano ballads that are okay. But here's the thing: the lyricism is the exact same thing as the last time, no show of development whatsoever. Same love ballads trying to appeal to crowds, same undeveloped character. Still emphasizing on what's become so mainstream. It's only good musically.It's musically different; it's more focused on an organic style, and it does have have accompanying piano ballads that are okay. But here's the thing: the lyricism is the exact same thing as the last time, no show of development whatsoever. Same love ballads trying to appeal to crowds, same undeveloped character. Still emphasizing on what's become so mainstream. It's only good musically. If it was a bunch of instrumentals or unconventional crazy lyricism, it would have been better, but it's not. Poor choices. Poor choices. It isn't bad, but it's no good.… Expand
  25. lordemusic
    Dec 1, 2016
    1
    I'll admit, the title track is actually pretty musically interesting, and the next few songs are decent as well. But starting with Versace on the Floor (which is so sappy I wanted to vomit), the album just goes completely downhill. Everything about 24K Magic is derivative. It all sounds so "been there done that," and I can't help but think that Bruno Mars is basically just trying to beI'll admit, the title track is actually pretty musically interesting, and the next few songs are decent as well. But starting with Versace on the Floor (which is so sappy I wanted to vomit), the album just goes completely downhill. Everything about 24K Magic is derivative. It all sounds so "been there done that," and I can't help but think that Bruno Mars is basically just trying to be Michael Jackson. Lyrically, he's so one dimensional, even 9 songs feels like too much for this album. Overall, this is a lame and uninteresting release.… Expand
  26. tito909
    Jan 5, 2013
    7
    this album is one of best albums in 2012 , he gave to me very soul , pop , r&b and awesome music in this album and very good choice to this album singles
  27. Ryanlap
    Nov 3, 2013
    8
    Bruno when he did doo wops and hooligans. After hearing I thought he had great potential. So I was pretty excited for this album. And his voice has matured definatly. This might not be the most perfect album. But it's a great step up. Songs like locked out of heaven, gorilla, and Natalie his voice really shows. And there is so much different genres. We have the poppy treasure. The ReggieBruno when he did doo wops and hooligans. After hearing I thought he had great potential. So I was pretty excited for this album. And his voice has matured definatly. This might not be the most perfect album. But it's a great step up. Songs like locked out of heaven, gorilla, and Natalie his voice really shows. And there is so much different genres. We have the poppy treasure. The Reggie show me. The slower when I was your man. And the bluesy if I knew. So in conclusion Bruno gives the best of his career… Expand
  28. seantimothy
    Dec 18, 2012
    3
    The music is mediocre and the lyrics suck. I wish they would have tried something new other than the same old ballads off the last album. Something less generic and more punchy. Too bad.
  29. ferrer96
    Dec 11, 2012
    10
    Bruno Mars has proven with this album that he is not a one-trick-pony. If you did not like his first album, I urge you to give Unorthodox Jukebox a chance. There are so many different styles on this album, that it never becomes stale or boring. He has taken the risky path that not many choose to take with a sophmore album, but it paid off big time.
  30. BabyRants
    Mar 29, 2017
    8
    I remember this so long ago. I hated Locked Out Of Heaven, loved Treasure, the songs were all pretty good. I loved it. Thats why I give it an 8/10....
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
  1. The Guardian
    Jan 3, 2013
    60
    His second album is the same conventional mish-mash as his 6m-selling debut.
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  2. NOW Magazine
    Dec 21, 2012
    60
    Too many of the tracks seem more like very good imitations of song types than like actual songs.
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  3. The A.V. Club
    Dec 18, 2012
    58
    He's an undeniable talent, desperately searching for an identity to claim as his own.
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