Walls
by Louis Tomlinson
  • Record Label: Arista
  • Release Date: Jan 31, 2020
User Score
8.9

Universal acclaim- based on 1475 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,302 out of 1475
  2. Mixed: 39 out of 1475
  3. Negative: 134 out of 1475
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  1. andressasr
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    On his debut album Louis shows his beautiful and honest compositions with a pure voice. I was surprised by his emotion in Two Of Us and Was. Always You and Fearless are honest and sound wonderful. And Defenceless and Kill My Mind is an extra climb for the indie.
  2. yayo808
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    Good sounds, lyrics, personalty i love this album. Buena sonido, letras, personalmente amo este album
  3. louistperfct
    Feb 1, 2020
    10
    This album is perfect, I can hardly hear without crying. It's a completely different melody than what we see today. It's an inspiration.
  4. aaadfo
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    there is no bad music on walls, obviously there is a more faded one, but it remains with quality. quality is not lacking, everything on this album brings innovation and hope for the future of pop
  5. Kimvc
    Feb 2, 2020
    10
    Well worth the wait. Amazing lyrics, vocals on point. Looking forward to hearing it live soon!
  6. ShebaLucy
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    Louis Tomlinson’s first solo album, shows off his talent for writing honest, straightforward and vulnerable lyrics. His voice is both vulnerable and strong. Overall, Walls is a wonderful debut album.
  7. acbrecke
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    This album was so worth the wait. It made me dance. It made me cry. It made me happy in a way that only Louis’ voice can. I highly recommend this album.
  8. givenachonce
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    His voice portrays so much emotion in every line he sings, really makes a personal connection with each and every listener.
  9. Jann_Junx
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    "Walls" es un álbum que te hace reflexionar sobre muchas cosas, es una mezcla de emociones, canciones para casi cualquier situación, sin duda es un gran trabajo, Louis Tomlinson nos entrega un material que actualmente es difícil de escuchar, música disfrutable y con un gran mensaje, sin duda merece todo el éxito posible. Se puede sentir el corazón que Louis puso en cada pista.mundo, valora
  10. maripratesi
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    Louis delivered an impeccable and well-produced album, showing that it is not necessary to imitate big music industry today to please fans. Louis made a confessional material, good arrangements, a sweet voice. It's a well-done continuation of all the work he's done in the best way possible. Tomlinson delivers his heart with real instrumentals and lyrics as we expected from the artist. YouLouis delivered an impeccable and well-produced album, showing that it is not necessary to imitate big music industry today to please fans. Louis made a confessional material, good arrangements, a sweet voice. It's a well-done continuation of all the work he's done in the best way possible. Tomlinson delivers his heart with real instrumentals and lyrics as we expected from the artist. You don't have to risk that much to be good. Sometimes you can be good by being recognized by the DNA you gave to a group.… Expand
  11. ljoones
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    This is Louis Tomlinson's debut album looks very interesting and nostalgic in some songs. I think he found the kind of song he wants and this album sounds like a wonderful time to be in love and to recognise the importance of love and let your love speaks for you.
    The songs build a narrative natural of live: love, sadness, the truth.
    It's good to see Louis in this little Vibe as so much    This is Louis Tomlinson's debut album looks very interesting and nostalgic in some songs. I think he found the kind of song he wants and this album sounds like a wonderful time to be in love and to recognise the importance of love and let your love speaks for you.
    The songs build a narrative natural of live: love, sadness, the truth.
    It's good to see Louis in this little Vibe as so much better waiting for the things he can do!    … Expand
  12. aria13
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    A beautiful album. Lyrics are genuine and deep, with a wonderful Melody. and his soft voice gives a calm and heartwarming feeling that no one can get enough of.
  13. Bri1222
    Feb 1, 2020
    10
    This album is what this world needed! It is open, honest, and just really good. From the lyrics to the music/production to the composition, it’s a masterpiece. Bless yourself by listening to this album non stop, I know I will!
  14. shaniamags13
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    Very nice album. So many songs for all occasion that could uplift your mood. And the lyrics man its soo beautiful
  15. trupti
    Feb 2, 2020
    10
    Walls is a beautiful body of work. Tomlinson has a way with his lyrics, they are so vulnerable, beautiful, sad yet so hopeful! songs like "always you", "don't let it break your heart", "we made it" will make you get on your feet and dance while songs like "defenceless", "fearless", "perfect now", "two of us" will make you cry while song like "walls" will show you how louis broke down allWalls is a beautiful body of work. Tomlinson has a way with his lyrics, they are so vulnerable, beautiful, sad yet so hopeful! songs like "always you", "don't let it break your heart", "we made it" will make you get on your feet and dance while songs like "defenceless", "fearless", "perfect now", "two of us" will make you cry while song like "walls" will show you how louis broke down all these walls of insecurity, low self-confidence and became who he is now! if you're looking for a nostalgic vibing, pure and honest album i totally recommend this album… Expand
  16. rebeca3
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    wow so good, congratulations on this incridible album, man you nailed it, you're amazing
  17. oftenweekndxo
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    well, I was very surprised. wow this album touched me in a way that I can't explain. the lyrics and melodies sounded so perfect to me.
    my conclusion is: it is an album by an artist who is debuting as a solo singer and who can become a great artist. because it still has a lot to show.
  18. british91s
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    I’m really surprised by the power this guy have in his voice! Songs like Don’t Let It Break Your Heart, Fearless, Two Of Us and Defenceless are extremely emotional! With a totally unique voice and lyrics full of emotions, Louis Tomlinson came with a beautiful concept that we haven’t seen in a while... This album is genuinely one of the greatest I’ve listened to so far! Ps.: He totallyI’m really surprised by the power this guy have in his voice! Songs like Don’t Let It Break Your Heart, Fearless, Two Of Us and Defenceless are extremely emotional! With a totally unique voice and lyrics full of emotions, Louis Tomlinson came with a beautiful concept that we haven’t seen in a while... This album is genuinely one of the greatest I’ve listened to so far! Ps.: He totally killed with the high notes in Defenceless and Always you… Expand
  19. mandstyles
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    Wonderful from start to finish, I'm a very proud fan.
    I LOVE YOU LOUIS
    Walls
    LouisTomlinson
  20. Realdannik
    Feb 1, 2020
    10
    Louis killed with this album. The melody are incredibly, later is insane and his voice... his **** voice is the haven. Thank you God for Louis Tomlinson existence!
  21. Frndll
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    Best album, he’s a king. He deserve all of this. A lot of music with perfect lyrics, he really knows make great song.
  22. Itsnotjaviera
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    great great album!
    Louis did that with his first proyect as solo artist, all songs are amazing, in love with fearless, habit only the brave... 4 years waiting for this album and he didn't dissapoint us !
  23. Ailtinhoinstame
    Feb 8, 2020
    10
    Louis é a Avril Lavigne de cueca, um estilo Pop/Rock único e diferente de seus antigos companheiros do On Direction. Um estilo próprio, um álbum com uma apresentação original. Capa que acompanha o estilo musical. Minha música favorita é WE MADE IT.
  24. liampayne03
    Feb 3, 2020
    10
    Louis showed us how confident he is now without 1d, the songs are perfect for a debut album, you can certainly identify with his lyrics he deserves much more recognition for making an honest album and not full of superficial things, he sings from the bottom of his heart. i'll never get tired of this album
  25. elinnatalie
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    I really enjoyed this album. Full of great lyrics and tunes that stand out from each other but still feels similar enough to be telling a story in a well put together album.
  26. Mariona
    Feb 4, 2020
    10
    I can’t give Louis any other mark... his album is just so amazing... I love every single song! Favs: Only The Brave, DLIBYH, Walls.
  27. frnd_oliveira
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    i love this album, louis did an amazing job, i'm so proud of him!!!!! always you and walls are my favorite ❤️
  28. LESLYTENORIO
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    It's a wonderful album, Louis really show us his talent and all his development in the music industry as a lyricist and a performer. He makes me feel so proud
  29. Loppsz
    Feb 1, 2020
    10
    every song in this albums made me feel something special. that is one of the most beautiful album I ever had heard, Louis Tomlinson rocked on it
  30. Chanelouie
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    An incredible album. Louis Tomlinson, after years, brings to all of his fans a work based on his true self. He is not afraid to show some vulnerability. He sees that this is not a weakness, but on the contrary, it's a strength. It helps with his job as a songwriter (actually, is the base of it) which is the actual point of this album. The artist translated his losses, his love life, etcAn incredible album. Louis Tomlinson, after years, brings to all of his fans a work based on his true self. He is not afraid to show some vulnerability. He sees that this is not a weakness, but on the contrary, it's a strength. It helps with his job as a songwriter (actually, is the base of it) which is the actual point of this album. The artist translated his losses, his love life, etc with passion and besides being a way of venting, as a form to help his listeners and remind them how strong they are. That all of us can do anything we want to.
    My personal favorites are: Fearless, Always you, Walls and Only the brave.    … Expand
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. Pitchfork
    Feb 5, 2020
    48
    Try as he may, Tomlinson has not quite progressed from featured voice to solo artist. For all the major changes in his life, his music seems to be stuck in place. You can take the boy out of the boyband, but not the boyband out of the boy.
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  2. Variety
    Jan 31, 2020
    55
    Solo debuts with this much expectation are incredible challenges. While “Walls” isn’t a craven ripoff or an attempt to recapture One Direction highs, it’s not yet clear exactly who Tomlinson is without them.
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  3. AllMusic
    Jan 30, 2020
    60
    Even if the songs on Walls aren't the most distinct or memorable, they come from a place of authenticity that's genuinely heartwarming and enjoyable. Like any other settled adult, he's perfectly content to stick to the reliable and Walls winds up being the most mature and natural of the ex-1D bunch.
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