Wrapped in Red
by Kelly Clarkson
  • Record Label: RCA
  • Release Date: Oct 29, 2013
User Score
5.8

Mixed or average reviews- based on 113 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 68 out of 113
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 113
  3. Negative: 43 out of 113
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  1. HospitalBryant
    Sep 9, 2017
    0
    To be honest with you, I'm starting to think that receiving a lump of coal for Christmas is less torturous than hear a single Kelly Clarkson song ever again in my whole entire life.
  2. jrackem
    Nov 8, 2013
    9
    Kelly's best ever. Reminds us of why we voted for the singer on Idol. Best producers, incredible production, fantastic selection of songs- remaining eclectic while showing renditions of the classics like we've never heard before. Even the original songs sound better than any filler track you'd hear on the standard album. So pleasing. The ruby in Kelly's library.
  3. ismetkc
    Nov 18, 2013
    10
    Normally I really don't like christmas song but Kelly.. Oh my God she has really amazing voice. Really good job Kelly you deserve best wishes. I always listening this album and this feels like already Christmas
  4. paulorodrigocs
    Jan 3, 2014
    10
    Her favorite album, but also one of the best Christmas album ever. Her voice sounds like an angel on Earth bringing peace to everyone. Kelly definitely shows why she is the original American Idol and has the most solid career we've ever seen of one contestant whose won a reality show.
  5. luvallmusic
    Dec 14, 2013
    10
    Vocally, Kelly Clarkson never lets you down and this Christmas Album is no exception. Lead single "Underneath the Tree" is a Christmas keeper and "Wrapped in Red" shows a now mature and robust sound. I cannot stop listening to this album and certainly putting me in the X-Mas sprit. Well done Kelly and much success with this. Acrown to your recent marriage and expected baby. Again, well done!!
  6. DennisR
    Nov 17, 2013
    4
    Eh, Don't know about this one. In my opinion, she has gotten blander over the years and her voice is not as appealing as it used to be. I know that she will slay this album when she performs it live but I can't listen to this after hearing her other albums.

    Summary: Not her best album, Voice is worse, Bland
    Grade: 39%
  7. SoLonely
    Aug 7, 2015
    10
    What a great album. I'd give it a 9.5, but I can't so instead it is 10. Amazing selection that gives a good spread of genres. And each classic is has nice changes to differentiate it from other covers. Very nice production on the instrumentals. Kelly's voice is as solid as ever. Her low notes have never been more stable. She slides in and out of her head voice beautifully. And the beltsWhat a great album. I'd give it a 9.5, but I can't so instead it is 10. Amazing selection that gives a good spread of genres. And each classic is has nice changes to differentiate it from other covers. Very nice production on the instrumentals. Kelly's voice is as solid as ever. Her low notes have never been more stable. She slides in and out of her head voice beautifully. And the belts are amazing. The 5 original tracks are all very good(at least; Winter Dreams is probably my favorite Christmas song). I'm glad she waited so long, because it was SO worth it. I'd say this belongs in the top 5 on all "Best Christmas albums" lists.… Collapse
  8. LeadBox
    Dec 4, 2013
    10
    The production is flawless and it provided the atmosphere Kelly needed to express her musicality. Besides, amazingly well-arranged. She definitely got it right.
  9. D0uglasSantos
    Nov 12, 2013
    10
    This is probably one of the best Christmas albuns presented in recent years. The repertoire of christmas classics together the powerful and gentle voice of Kelly, makes this record unique and wonderfull.
  10. j1train
    Jan 2, 2015
    9
    Her voice has never been more raw, powerful. The classics are good, but the original songs on this album are what stick. "Every Christmas" is a powerhouse.
  11. lukechristiansc
    May 18, 2014
    0
    "Kelly Clarkson's new christmas album is one of the most loving music i heard ". so far she is like one of the fame survivor she experienced love , joy , protection , hate . I think its the holiday that makes her happy and get away from that negative energy . Grade A+
  12. CantUseEmoji
    Dec 11, 2015
    10
    Good stuff. Pretty good production relatively speaking. Doesn't rely entirely on her voice either. Great covers, and amazing original songs. Kind of crazy that her best work is probably a christmas album.
  13. marin_and
    Dec 1, 2017
    10
    The only pop artists whose vocals are amazing enough to make an amazing xmas album. Both original songs and covers are done in an orchestral way with Kelly's vocals on the front as the main asset.

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Metascore
73

Generally favorable reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. The Guardian
    Dec 2, 2013
    60
    Clarkson takes the view that Christmas is as much about wistfulness and unfulfilled wishes as it is unbridled joy.
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  2. Country Weekly
    Nov 14, 2013
    100
    Wrapped in Red is a stylistic maverick, for sure, but the original tunes are worthy of sitting next to the standards, and when Kelly sings, it’s like Christmas all year round.
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  3. Boston Globe
    Nov 1, 2013
    70
    Wrapped in Red should prove a welcome gift to fans of the powerful pop star as Kelly Clarkson mixes classic carols and hymns with several originals co-written by the singer.
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