25
by Adele
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  1. thaleslucas
    Nov 20, 2015
    8
    Finally we have a new work from Adele, after four years listening to its predecessor, "21". The creation’s process and development of the album was subtle and reading, but it was worth the wait. As Adele said in an interview with Rolling Stone, the album brings a bit of maternal essence - citing "Ray of Light" by Madonna as an inspiration.

    The album begins with the powerful ballad    Finally we have a new work from Adele, after four years listening to its predecessor, "21". The creation’s process and development of the album was subtle and reading, but it was worth the wait. As Adele said in an interview with Rolling Stone, the album brings a bit of maternal essence - citing "Ray of Light" by Madonna as an inspiration.

    The album begins with the powerful ballad "Hello", which took more than six months to complete. It’s obviously a farewell to that Adele's "21", a farewell to her lover who broke her heart. This is complement on "Send My Love (To Your New Lover)" in which Adele sings account that finally overcame and gave up, and it's even kind enough to say to your ex send reminders to your new love and advises him to treat it best.

    In previous album, Adele was unsure, but in "I Miss You" she is more confident and provocative, to metaphorically explain that your love is now true and lasting and that it makes her so well that she misses her man when he’s far away. And in "When We Were Young" she declares this intense love with memories, and admits that she may be able to be the "Remedy" for everything.

    It’s also worth noting wonderful and touching tracks like "Water Under the Bridge", "Love in the Dark," "Million Years Ago", it’s talk about so much things that she misses that was took of her when she did success worldwide and had to leave the old e calm life, and "All I Ask", which the latter had additional composition of Bruno Mars and was wonderful in Adele's voice.

    Motherhood influenced Adele to make its lighter composition and the most creative production, enjoy more music rather than maintaining the simplicity of a piano. "I Miss You" and "Sweet Devotion", produced by the incredible Paul Epworth, and "Water Under the Bridge", with touches by Greg Kurstin, are the main instrumental changes Adele, but "Send My Love" and “River Lea”, produced by Max Martin, Shellback and Danger Mouse, brings an environment which refers to the album "19" and songs like "Right As Rain", "My Same", “Cold Shoulder” and "Tired".

    Finally, as many musical critics say, an artist only truly finds its essence when it releases third album and here we have the "25" with 11 tracks bringing the most complete, real and emotional word by Adele Adkins, a woman who is in constant personal growth and professional. I’m not a fan, but this need to be admit, that’s all.    … Expand
  2. BrushedRed
    Nov 22, 2015
    5
    It's not bad and not good. "Hello" sounded pretty samesy in comparison to her earlier work, and so my expectations were set to meh. This album has it's moments for sure, and as a whole it's ultimately pretty but dull, with many songs staying past their welcome. Her voice is beautiful, but there are only so many pop ballads a human can take.
  3. matt_15
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    Some reviewers say it sounds too much like her previous material, but it really doesn't. She's offered up quite of a bit of variation in terms of sound and subject material. But as usual, some reviewers are trying to tag it as another break up album with the same subject material, when it's not at all.

    In my opinion, you can't really compare this to 21, because it comes from a much    Some reviewers say it sounds too much like her previous material, but it really doesn't. She's offered up quite of a bit of variation in terms of sound and subject material. But as usual, some reviewers are trying to tag it as another break up album with the same subject material, when it's not at all.

    In my opinion, you can't really compare this to 21, because it comes from a much different place and is the perfect ending to her age themed albums. Hello, When We Were Young, Million Years Ago, and All I Ask are future classic potential. And it's very rare to say there are future classics on a modern pop album these days.

    Vocally, she sounds better than ever and she continues to prove why she's in another lane from everyone else. Anyone can make this type of music, but only she can sell it to you this way with her voice.    … Expand
  4. lucar1o
    Jan 16, 2016
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The problem with the album is that it succeeded '21'. Media and fans expectations were a little too high after the undeniable geniality and power of Adele's previous album. Its not bad at all, is pretty cohesive in the lyrics and rhythm; besides, of course, the godlike voice of the british singer. Its clear that in this 4 years Adele had a great maturation in her musical perception — bringing her more confidence and making '25' a great, great album. In its most is very bright, but it can't help to fall in some clichés like the drowsy, dull 'A Million Years Ago'. It doesn't disappoint, neither overwhelms anyone. It's a satisfying comeback.… Expand
  5. Ipodee78
    Nov 21, 2015
    7
    Adele returns. Yes, 25 is nothing new. It's the same old Adele being confessional and baring her soul. It's not a rebirth in any way, save the last track Sweetest Devotion about her newborn child. The album could have been about her new role as a mother, the joy. Instead, there is still that tinge of being unable to let go although she wants to. Sometimes, she's bitter. By the time you areAdele returns. Yes, 25 is nothing new. It's the same old Adele being confessional and baring her soul. It's not a rebirth in any way, save the last track Sweetest Devotion about her newborn child. The album could have been about her new role as a mother, the joy. Instead, there is still that tinge of being unable to let go although she wants to. Sometimes, she's bitter. By the time you are halfway through the album and left with the last few tracks before Sweetest Devotion, you will somehow feel mentally exhausted. The best tracks on the album are Send My Love (a surprising collaboration with Max Martin and Shellback), I Miss You, Sweetest Devotion and Love Under The Bridge. Two of the three Target bonus tracks, Why Do You Love Me and Can't Let Go should be on he main album. 25 could have been much more, but it doesn't have to. Why fix it when it ain't broken. The album is not bad by any means, just not great. When Damon Albarn said 25 was very MOR, he was not far from the truth. He was just being honest. Still, watch Adele slay wrists and sales!… Expand
  6. Hel2brahim
    Sep 6, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Adele always do the right thing on her music, nothin new, I wish A4 deserve to wait… Expand
  7. Nateolius
    Nov 20, 2015
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. First thing to say is: what makes a good record?
    Without doubt, amongst the important points there is maintaining a good balance. Although I personally love ballads and sad songs, accompanied with a piano and a bunch of strings, 11 or more songs of the same kind can be overwhelmingly corny - and as negative would be an album made of mere up-tempos and poppy songs.
    With Adele the risk is to unwillingly fall in the first case-scenario. She is queen of drama, and she nails every single heartbreaking or tears-dropping song, and therefore she may easily tempted to put together a dozen or so of them, then name that group and release it as a record.
    However, I don't think she did that with 25. As someone would expect, this album contains numerous ballads, from "Remedy" to "All I Ask", with piano as a constant instrument throughout them, but they are well balanced by a few more catchy and poppy tunes, as "Send My Love (To Your New Love)", which sounds like a breakthrough for Adele, and "Water Under The Bridge", another pop song that reminds a suspended bubble in which the voice reverberates. Along with those tracks, we can find more "19-ish" sounds like in "Million Years Ago", where Adele's voice is followed by a guitar, this time taking inspiration from Spanish and French music.
    To be honest, 25 could still be judged a little bit too sweet and sad, and someone could also dare saying "boring after a few songs", but it is a matter of taste.
    As for the themes, we finally see Adele literally on the other side of a relationship: in "Love You In The Dark" we hear her telling a man she can't love him anymore, and to take off his eyes from her. It is one of the most emotional tracks, with intense strings playing along the piano, and the voice weaved on them as a continuous web.
    In "I Miss You", probably the most smoky and intriguing song, she touches the sphere of sexuality singing "Treat me soft but touch me cruel". And here we see another peculiarity of 25: the bigger maturity if compared with 19 or 21, which spreads all over the record, soaking into every melody.
    Nostalgia and memories flood in "When We Were Young", where Adele showcases all her vocal range - with stunning low notes I have to say -, "Million Years Ago" and "River Lea". This last song is worth mentioning for its gospel-like chorus and its nature as "Tottenham's hymn".
    Closing the record, we find "All I Ask" and "Sweetest Devotion". The former is a beautiful piano-driven ballad, composed together with Bruno Mars, in which Adele puts lots of passion and vocal skills, through melismas and a massive key change at the end.
    The last track, "Sweetest Devotion" is dedicated to his son and, generally, to her new life with her husband and her child. It is, as the lyrics say, an explosion of joy and love. Heart-melting the voice of her kid at the beginning and at the end.
    Summing up, Adele's "25" is another masterpiece containing musical pearls shining with depth and emotion, and somehow overcoming her last album, "21".    … Expand
  8. robbiexx
    Nov 21, 2015
    10
    Adele is back and Adele is back in major force with "25". From her momentous comeback hit "Hello", we all knew Adele was about to make one of the greatest comebacks after 4 long years since her exceptionally large, Grammy Winning album "21".. 25 though has a different sound and feel bound to strike chords in most, if not all people. Her vocals through the entire album, along with the PianoAdele is back and Adele is back in major force with "25". From her momentous comeback hit "Hello", we all knew Adele was about to make one of the greatest comebacks after 4 long years since her exceptionally large, Grammy Winning album "21".. 25 though has a different sound and feel bound to strike chords in most, if not all people. Her vocals through the entire album, along with the Piano and guitar make the album what is, a masterpiece that offers up quite the variety though-out. Several songs such as "I Miss You", "Million Years Ago", "Love in the Dark" and "Water Under the Bridge" show the depth and power of Adele's voice... "Send My Love(To Your New Lover" offers up a more upbeat tempo and great music alike while still keeping to her own raw talent and soulful lyrics. Get ready folks to be seeing Adele scoring some new Grammy's with 25!… Expand
  9. jgp97
    Nov 22, 2015
    9
    Adele's new album 25 probably won't live up to the legacy of 21, but it shouldn't be compared to it since it isn't trying to be 21. 25 is a great album, holding a roster of amazing songs that will probably be playing on the radio nonstop for the next year. This is an album worth buying.
  10. AL3ERT0
    Dec 2, 2015
    10
    Not only is this a good album, this is as good as her too previous efforts. A lot of criticism has been brought to this album such as Adele repeating herself, the music being boring and overall just a simply overrated concept. I can't help but wonder what do these people want to reinvent with Adele, if this is the style that brought her success and identifies with her, as long as she canNot only is this a good album, this is as good as her too previous efforts. A lot of criticism has been brought to this album such as Adele repeating herself, the music being boring and overall just a simply overrated concept. I can't help but wonder what do these people want to reinvent with Adele, if this is the style that brought her success and identifies with her, as long as she can bring something new and good I don't think it's necessary to change what is already good. Adele can be viewed as an artist with a great ensemble of ballads and low tempo songs, but when someone attributes this with the songs being boring, not only is this misleading but it also gives a negative perspective on the state of music these days, anything that doesn't have an obnoxious bass in it, anything that makes you think and put attention to what your hearing is automatically called boring, I can't help but think these people are mostly people that don't listen to music they listen to background noise.
    What is a good Pop album? In other words what is a solid pop album, many a times it's difficult to identify a good pop album when the main problem lies in something people don't usually see, the lyrics. Adele being overrated means that she isn't a particularly special artist, that she is like every other pop artist. People that like to compare her work to the work of other pop artist are not listening to her lyrics, do these lyrics have to be deep and insightful to be good, no. Why? Because as long as your lyrics are clever and from the heart, they are good lyrics. Many people don't realize that these other so called "good as Adele" artists write lyrics that are repeated, can fit on your finger and that can be written by a monkey. As a whole, I think this album is a worthy entry to Adele's discography, and one of the better albums this year.    … Expand
  11. oliverisamazing
    Nov 20, 2015
    9
    I feel everyone is being rough to Adele. They have basically stated that the reasons why this album is so bad, is because it took 4 years. Unlike Rihanna, quality pop-star artists can't wipe their **** ass to find 15 songs that all sound the same. Although, Adele's album sounds familiar to her 21 days, she also has ventured out into new sounds eg. (Send My Love). The album is Adele at herI feel everyone is being rough to Adele. They have basically stated that the reasons why this album is so bad, is because it took 4 years. Unlike Rihanna, quality pop-star artists can't wipe their **** ass to find 15 songs that all sound the same. Although, Adele's album sounds familiar to her 21 days, she also has ventured out into new sounds eg. (Send My Love). The album is Adele at her best. Can you blame her? She got 30 million sales on 21! Why wouldn't you create a similar album! I love everything on this album, and I definitely think you will too. Also, anyone who is purposely negatively rating this album, or has no reasons to why they are negatively rating this album, can go keep on sucking Taylor Swift's generic, overrated dick. K thanks, bye.… Expand
  12. Samimacedo
    Nov 22, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. HINARIOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO empregado do 21 e do 19 mas é ótimo… Expand
  13. elizabethyoung
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    Despite having undergone emergency surgery in 2012 , Adele's vocals left unimpaired , conveying grief, joy, sincerity and warmth , often in a single sentence . And the producers of the first line that populate the album wisely built the songs around his presence of mind .
    Not every song is perfect . "Water Under The Brigde " (something like water under the bridge , in English ) and trying    Despite having undergone emergency surgery in 2012 , Adele's vocals left unimpaired , conveying grief, joy, sincerity and warmth , often in a single sentence . And the producers of the first line that populate the album wisely built the songs around his presence of mind .
    Not every song is perfect . "Water Under The Brigde " (something like water under the bridge , in English ) and trying , but it is not in memory. But in general, this work is a worthy successor to 21 .
    Unlike Michael Jackson , who spent his career chasing an equivalent success to the Thriller, Adele did not yield to temptation to make a statement with the new album .
    Instead, it sounds quiet , conversational and inspired with a series of songs that seem to have come straight from your heart.    … Expand
  14. jr_1985
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    This album is perfection!!! This woman can sing the phone book to me. It's certainly very different from '21' but every track is just terrific. My standouts are Hello, Send My Love (To Your New Lover), When We Were Young, Water Under The Bridge, River Lea, and Sweetest Devotion.
  15. Wael
    Nov 20, 2015
    9
    Here's a track-by-track review to Adele's third studio album, "25":

    1. Hello: This song is too infamously good to be reviewed. We've all been hung up on it. We all listened until our ears bled. A great opener for the album. 10. 2. Send My Love (To Your New Lover): If this isn't the catchiest song Adele has ever sung, then I don't know what is. It's a great very-well-delivered song    Here's a track-by-track review to Adele's third studio album, "25":

    1. Hello: This song is too infamously good to be reviewed. We've all been hung up on it. We all listened until our ears bled. A great opener for the album. 10.

    2. Send My Love (To Your New Lover): If this isn't the catchiest song Adele has ever sung, then I don't know what is. It's a great very-well-delivered song in which Adele points one last middle finger at an ex. Catchy and well-produced, but still catches the core of Adele. 9.

    3. I Miss You: the production, awesomely held by Mr. Epworth, tumbles with Adele's smoky and beautiful vocals floating on it. Despite the lack of instruments, the track still hits hard. Try not to dance-sob at this one (I don't know what dance-sobbing is). 8.

    4. When We Were Young: The song that is most reminiscent of the sound of 21, the song hits harder than it should. "Let me photograph you in this light / In case it is the last time / That we might be exactly like we were / Before we realized we were sad of getting old". This one is sure to struck a chord in every human being. 8.5.

    5. Remedy: Back working with Ryan Tedder, Adele and the genius producer made a very worthy successor to their "Rumour Has It". This is the thing everybody wants to hear: Adele's stripped down raw vocals over a simple piano, promising to be our remedy. Beautiful. 8.

    6. Water Under the Bridge: Sounds like nothing Adele has ever done before. And it really suits her. A solid track that may as well grow on you more and more with each listen. 8.

    7. River Lea: Such a great song. There's nothing to be said here. Everything works. Lyrics. Vocals. Production. Great song. 9.5.

    8. Love in the Dark: Yet another track reminiscent of the 21 sound. A great song that is an obvious single choice. Adele does here what she does best: leave listeners in heartache. The orchestral feel even aggravates things. 9.5.

    9. Million Years Ago: The jewel of the disc. That guitar riff. That killer chorus. That raw vocal performance. It is safe to say that this is one of the most genuine and beautiful Adele has ever created. 10(++++++++).

    10. All I Ask: Adele's vulnerability kills the song over that simplistic piano-based production, as she asks her lover to "give me a memory i can use". Yet another beautiful track. 8.5.

    11. Sweetest Devotion: Kicks off with a background voice of Angelo (her son), the song is, like the rest of the album, deep and well-arranged. The vocals hit so hard during the chorus, which makes the song a great closer to a very good record. 8.5.

    All in all, 25 is a step in another totally different direction from 21, yet an excellent follow-up to its 30-million-selling predecessor. 9.    … Expand
  16. Abrennan
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    Adele's strength lies in her ability to turn her emotions into universal and elegant 4-5 minute pop-ballads. Because she is able to do this, she has resonated with so many people across every possible demographic. '25' is an album reviewers are making the dangerous mistake of trying too hard to compare to 21, instead of actually assessing it on it's own merits.

    Sonically, this album is    Adele's strength lies in her ability to turn her emotions into universal and elegant 4-5 minute pop-ballads. Because she is able to do this, she has resonated with so many people across every possible demographic. '25' is an album reviewers are making the dangerous mistake of trying too hard to compare to 21, instead of actually assessing it on it's own merits.

    Sonically, this album is far different to her previous efforts '19' and '21', with the exception of "River Lea" and "All I ask". She is free, she has allowed herself to have more fun and to experience more. Speaking to Rolling Stone about the album, Paul Epworth said that "Their goal on the album was exploring the “weirdest sounds” possible on a centrist pop-vocal album and not being so “anachronistic” as they were on 21", and you can definitely tell. "I Miss You" is a great example of that, it has a slick ghost like Florence and the machine beat that see's Adele owning her sexuality in a way we haven't seen from her before. The songs that stand out to me, and that I think will become classics are "When We Were Young", "All I Ask" and "Sweetest Devotion". These songs are 'Adele songs', they are delivered with complete sincerity, have an emotional impact that fans will allow into their lives for a long time, much like "Someone Like You".

    Overall this is an album that isn't aiming to put into any particular genre, it is an album making a statement, it is an album that you can pick up in 25 (forgive me, I had to) years from now, and play and instantly be taken aback by just how incredible it is.    … Expand
  17. Mannhorse
    Nov 21, 2015
    10
    Most certainly one of the best albums of 2015, up there with To Pimp a Butterfly, Vulnicura, etc. Adele's voice is so powerful that it can most probably shake the mountains themselves. Her lyrics are so relatable too.
  18. qusainofal
    Nov 21, 2015
    10
    As you hear it the first time you feel something is missing, but as hear it more and more it feels just the a gift keeps on giving, 25 is an album for all-times.
  19. Sandesh
    Nov 21, 2015
    10
    Adele always delivers her best. You can feel all those lyrics, she writes from her heart and is genuine about it.
    My favourite: Hello, Million Years Ago, When We Were Young, Can't Let Go,..... Well all tracks are good.
  20. ParagonHUN
    Dec 3, 2015
    9
    I really can't understand pouting reviews regarding this album. For all who says it is too balladistic and sentimental or repetitive: please go back and keep listening Your mainstream garbage and stop screwing this fantastic music! I can feel only one track "All I Ask" having littlebit weaker composition, but all other songs are very beautiful and immersive. Listening Her albums on vinylI really can't understand pouting reviews regarding this album. For all who says it is too balladistic and sentimental or repetitive: please go back and keep listening Your mainstream garbage and stop screwing this fantastic music! I can feel only one track "All I Ask" having littlebit weaker composition, but all other songs are very beautiful and immersive. Listening Her albums on vinyl LP I can say sound quality and mixing of 25 are way better than 21 had. Thanks a lot, Adele!… Expand
  21. Khombe
    Nov 21, 2015
    10
    ok.......so 25 is very good. As in i thought 21 i was great but adele manages to evoke this maturity in in her latest album that evokes elements of 21 but the variety that makes the album beautiful. I feel like " I miss you " is a
    beautiful song tht proves her depth and " River lea" that she is a song writer on the level of noel Gallagher..Overall , 25l is a great album
  22. asjklasjklas
    Nov 23, 2015
    7
    Adele isn’t an innovator—25 has notable musical progression that makes it not sound too much like 2011’s 21 and yet it’s not a distinctive departure from that very time she conquered the world. But she shouldn’t be: her vocals are controlled yet wildly free, expressing a maturity beyond her years and emoting compelling tales of romance we’ve heard time and time again, only from one ofAdele isn’t an innovator—25 has notable musical progression that makes it not sound too much like 2011’s 21 and yet it’s not a distinctive departure from that very time she conquered the world. But she shouldn’t be: her vocals are controlled yet wildly free, expressing a maturity beyond her years and emoting compelling tales of romance we’ve heard time and time again, only from one of modern music’s most divine vocal talents. Even when her balladry becomes cheesier than an order from your local diner, it’s beautifully sang. It’s wearying when you hear it throughout—she described 25 as a “make-up” record, however, it’s equally as concerned with the past as its predecessor is, if lead single “Hello” didn’t make it any clearer—but the formula works: 25 is set to sell the more copies in its opening week in history and we’ll likely hear them for the rest of our lives.

    The Max Martin-produced “Send My Love (To Your New Lover)”, an obvious highlight that shows Adele is capable of singing catchy hooks too, is already destined to become her so-and-so-th number-one hit in numerous countries and AC radio stations should be ordering every single song right this second. As Adele has said, her initial vision of a follow-up to 21 was a “boring” album about “being a mom”, so let’s be that thankful. The music is grandiose, commonly exploring gospel and soul influences, and despite the many producers signed on, it manages to sound consistent and Adele remains a dominant force throughout. Adele and Damon Albarn’s material may never see the light of day—he called her “insecure” and “middle of the road”, quite unfairly—and her next record may go down the same road. But as disappointing as it may be to analyze for critics and cynics, 25 is a representation of a woman who has conquered the world and that’s not a boring story.    … Expand
  23. guits13
    Nov 24, 2015
    7
    Vocals on point, good lyrics, all that we could expect from Adele. But this album just sounds so repetitive, the songs aren't bad, but it fails to keep people interested. Just ok.
  24. Luccas_Augusto
    Nov 23, 2015
    10
    Primeiramente, quero dizer que Adele fez um disco fantástico e maravilhoso. Sou fã do trabalho dela e só tenho tido orgulho ultimamente. Esse é o seu melhor trabalho, vemos o quão as letras estão bem trabalhadas e as canções super bem produzidas. Parabéns pra Adele que se superou!!!
    25 é o álbum do ano!!!
  25. Daydreamer-
    Nov 23, 2015
    10
    after 4 years that last Adele's album released Adele recovered and her best. Perfect voice , Perfect lyric,perfect....
    My favorite songs: hello, love the dark,send my love to your new lover,water under bridge,when we were young,Million years ago
  26. carlbbb
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    Great Album and worth the wait. Stand out tracks for me are Send My Love (To Your New Lover), Hello, Water Under the Bridge, When We Were Young, River Lea and Sweetest Devotion. It was always going to be hard following 21, but for me its a more than worthy follow up. Send My Love (To Your New Lover) i am hoping will get an offical single release, its an equal highlight along with Hello.
  27. ma5di
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    Adele is back this time with a stronger voice and a very solid record. "25" isn't another heartbreak album, it's a make-up album. A make-up album that begs to make up for all the lost time, all the lost people. The album opens up with the (iconic and triumphant return) line "hello it's me" from the lead single "Hello", a ballad that reaches out to the loved ones and asks for theirAdele is back this time with a stronger voice and a very solid record. "25" isn't another heartbreak album, it's a make-up album. A make-up album that begs to make up for all the lost time, all the lost people. The album opens up with the (iconic and triumphant return) line "hello it's me" from the lead single "Hello", a ballad that reaches out to the loved ones and asks for their forgiveness. The first surprise is the Max Martin and Shellback produced track that gives Adele a poppy sound that suits her very well. Another upbeat song is "Water Under The Bridge" which is, in my opinion, a huge brilliant song, and a potential single. Although it's not a heartbreak record, it's full of strong ballads, like the Bruno Mars penned track "All I Ask", a remarkable song that proves that Adele has the strongest voice in the music industry these days. "When We Were Young" finds Adele reminiscing about the past in hauntingly beautiful lyrics. It's the song that defines the album the most. "Million Years Ago" takes Adele back to her "19" days. It proves that she only needs a guitar to make an astonishing song. Unlike "21" which ended on a sad note with "Someone Like You", "25" closes with an epic cheerful track "Sweetest Devotion" proving that Adele has overcome her sadness and found her happiness in another person, her son Angelo. "25" couldn't have been better.… Expand
  28. TheReviewGuyx
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    This is a special album and one that could very well be the best of her career. 25 is both thematically and musically different from 21; where the last record focused on heart-break, the new album delves into the human attitude towards the inevitable passivity of time.

    Ultimately, how can you disregard an heartiest baring their soul for our listening pleasure? Her transparency is    This is a special album and one that could very well be the best of her career. 25 is both thematically and musically different from 21; where the last record focused on heart-break, the new album delves into the human attitude towards the inevitable passivity of time.

    Ultimately, how can you disregard an heartiest baring their soul for our listening pleasure? Her transparency is second-to-none.

    Give it a listen, you won't regret it.

    10/10.    … Expand
  29. Guanda
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    After her unversal success of 21, there is no doubt that she is bearing too much stress from anticipation of outside world. However, 25 proves to be a great relief of her pressure because as an album, it is even better than 21…although there may be not a massive hit song as good as RITD and SLY in 21. 25 includes multiple styles of music such as pop (Send My Love, Water Under The Bridge),After her unversal success of 21, there is no doubt that she is bearing too much stress from anticipation of outside world. However, 25 proves to be a great relief of her pressure because as an album, it is even better than 21…although there may be not a massive hit song as good as RITD and SLY in 21. 25 includes multiple styles of music such as pop (Send My Love, Water Under The Bridge), soul(hello, When We Were Young, All I Ask…), indie pop(I Miss You…), pop rock(Sweetest Devotion…) etc., which really construct a complete pop album. Moreover, Adele's performance is incredible. Therefore, as an album, 25 is even more successful than 21.… Expand
  30. rosaf
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
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  31. tito909
    Nov 20, 2015
    9
    is this album deserve all tht waiting ????? i think yes its ... maybe people who waiting this album will be as 21 will be disappointed but adele said it 25 will be make up album so its very very good one and i gave it 9 cz there r one song from 25 is really not good its i miss you but the rest of the album is awesome ( sorry for my bad english)
  32. the_other_Lynch
    Nov 20, 2015
    6
    The album strength is within its single "Hello." Many of the b-sides on this album don't deliver that same punch that the song on 21 did. There are positives to pull out like the writing of Max Martin and Tobias Jesso Jr, but 25 sounds like its going along the same blueprint that 21 did before and it just comes of as bland.
  33. MaxwellHonour
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    Absolutely fantastic. This is a masterpiece. Adele focuses on vocals, not much on instruments which is what makes her truly great. You get to enjoy the pure voice that she's got.
  34. Charlotte3588
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    A slightly different sound from 21, but expected from a change in the theme. Still has that awesome powerful vocals and deep lyrics which we can all admit to knowing what the song means on so many different levels.
    Highly anticipated and it doesn't disappoint a new mature and grown up album to show Adeles personal journey and changes in the last four years. Once again she's smashed it!
  35. symnation
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    Just Awesome. The queen came in slaying and Its just as good as 21. Best album of 2015 and will be the best selling album of 2015. I love every song on here and can listen to all day
  36. Alasca
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    Adele's '25' lives up to all of its expectations. Every track on her highly anticipated "25" sounds grand, from the piano tune "Remedy" to "Water Under the Bridge," which is layered and full of echoes and sounds as if it was created just to be performed live.
    And even when the singer collaborates with producers who at times sound formulaic and radio friendly, she brings them to new    Adele's '25' lives up to all of its expectations. Every track on her highly anticipated "25" sounds grand, from the piano tune "Remedy" to "Water Under the Bridge," which is layered and full of echoes and sounds as if it was created just to be performed live.
    And even when the singer collaborates with producers who at times sound formulaic and radio friendly, she brings them to new levels. Max Martin, who has created pop anthems for Katy Perry, Britney Spears and Taylor Swift, sounds unrecognizable on "Send My Love (To Your New Lover)," which has Adele on guitar. Bruno Mars and his producer cohorts, Philip Lawrence and Christopher Brody Brown, work more than magic on the R&B-flavored "All I Ask," another piano tune that immediately grabs your attention
    And that's just it: "25" not only meets incredibly high expectations, it exceeds them.
    Adele's growth is best heard on "Million Years Ago," a touching, soft song that is majestic and unforgettable.
    "Sometimes I just feel it's only me, who never became who they thought they'd be, I wish I could live a little more, look up to the sky, not just the floor," she sings in her top-notch tone.

    The 11-track album is not a far stretch from "21," the singer's best-selling 2011 album that helped her reach nearly impossible heights in contemporary music. "Love In the Dark," written with Sia collaborator Samuel Dixon, is reminiscent of "Turning Tables" from "21"; she's looking back on "When We Were Young," which sounds like a pop classic; and the drum-filled "I Miss You" is eerie and moody — in a good way.

    Even the top-selling single, "Hello," continues to sound better and better after each listen.

    "Hello, can you hear me?" she sings.

    Yes, Adele. And we're so glad we do.    … Expand
  37. jevon
    Nov 20, 2015
    9
    Pretty solid record...don't compare it with 21 cause it's something different. Best song hands down is All i ask, but I like send my love and when we were young. Water under the bridge caught me by surprise too. This is gonna be another classic by a timeless artist..adele
  38. IaOwe
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    Compared to 21, 25 is slightly refreshing and shows a side of Adele that has never been seen before. With her soulful voice she is able to capture the emotions that she conveyed in 21 without sounding too repetitive. With this album Adele successfully manages to follow up her 2011 blockbuster album and leaves us breathless with anticipation for her next album!
  39. fost01d
    Nov 21, 2015
    10
    An album as hotly anticipated as this one was always going to be subject to a different kind of scrutiny and I am a bit baffled by some who has claimed it's more of the same and doesn't really offer anything different to what has come before. A) it does & B) what has come before works so why would she steer completely away from that? I think the album has tracks which show a distinct shiftAn album as hotly anticipated as this one was always going to be subject to a different kind of scrutiny and I am a bit baffled by some who has claimed it's more of the same and doesn't really offer anything different to what has come before. A) it does & B) what has come before works so why would she steer completely away from that? I think the album has tracks which show a distinct shift and she really hits new heights... and notes! Adele is an unequivocal star and this album will get bigger and bigger. Her ability to draw you in and make you confront yourself is unbelievable. This is the kind of work legends are made from and I am a happy punter! Bravo Adele, and welcome back.… Expand
  40. mpv18836
    Nov 21, 2015
    10
    Music for the soul, greatness to the core. As a subscriber to digital service Spotify, I find it a little offensive though that she would oppose it being streamed. I mean she has to know that if people can not stream it, they will get it by other means. If I were an artist I'd be honored to know that the public wants to listen to my music, after all that is the general idea.
  41. Anje
    Nov 22, 2015
    5
    Very overrated. Some beautiful music but lyrically many are repetitive and banal. Brilliant voice but that does not equate to much if the songs are blah. If not for 21, this would not be popular. She is incredibly likeable and talented but half the album is filler. She needs to release instrumentals.
  42. MinaGharouni
    Nov 20, 2015
    8
    Adele's songs always give that special feeling to the listener, and surely she isn't a singer that all of the ages would love. Adele has many fans, especially young people. Her voice is truly beautiful and touching/ moving. I would have liked to give it a 10, but i gave -2 points because Adele is a singer and not an actress, her acting in her video clips are 0, but her voice is 10. I wouldAdele's songs always give that special feeling to the listener, and surely she isn't a singer that all of the ages would love. Adele has many fans, especially young people. Her voice is truly beautiful and touching/ moving. I would have liked to give it a 10, but i gave -2 points because Adele is a singer and not an actress, her acting in her video clips are 0, but her voice is 10. I would also give 10 points to her song called " Hello".… Expand
  43. doctorszwane
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    Incredible album, This album is a must have. She certainly did not disappoint. This definitely tops 21. Well done Adele. My favorite tracks are Love in the Dark, Remedy, When we were young, All I ask, and Hello.
  44. trolololama
    Nov 20, 2015
    8
    I really really really like this album. It's definitely one of my favourite albums of 2015. I haven't always been the biggest Adele fan; honestly, I thought her songs got boring quite after a while since they all sounded the same. It's not the case with this album. I really like most of the songs, and they're all pretty different, and each has a special element that distinguishes it fromI really really really like this album. It's definitely one of my favourite albums of 2015. I haven't always been the biggest Adele fan; honestly, I thought her songs got boring quite after a while since they all sounded the same. It's not the case with this album. I really like most of the songs, and they're all pretty different, and each has a special element that distinguishes it from the other. I didn't like Send My Love upon the first listen but now it's among my favourites. Some of my other favourites are: Million Years Ago, All I Ask, When We Were Young and Love in the Dark. Overall, it's a great album, and one of the best releases of 2015.… Expand
  45. musicchronics
    Nov 21, 2015
    10
    It is an album worthy to be called a successor of a magnum opus. It can even be called a magnum opus 2. Some would bother with a cliche and would complain that Adele hasn't changed her sound but the real thing is, she really did change. They just haven't payed that much attention to the finest details of the album. 25 conveyed heavier production with countless new sound incorporated. ToIt is an album worthy to be called a successor of a magnum opus. It can even be called a magnum opus 2. Some would bother with a cliche and would complain that Adele hasn't changed her sound but the real thing is, she really did change. They just haven't payed that much attention to the finest details of the album. 25 conveyed heavier production with countless new sound incorporated. To hear this was really worth the wait. The album did not sounded rushed nor sounded bad. While hearing it, you can see it has been worked until its every little detail.… Expand
  46. WXYZ
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    I sometimes wish all the negative reviews would actually COME UP with a reason why the album is terrible, even though it's not. This album is like Selena Gomez's Revival or Grimes' Art Angels: something what a pop album should be. Just like those artists, Adele also changed her sound; there are a few radio-friendly (Hello, When We Were Young, All I Ask) and up-tempo tracks (Send My LoveI sometimes wish all the negative reviews would actually COME UP with a reason why the album is terrible, even though it's not. This album is like Selena Gomez's Revival or Grimes' Art Angels: something what a pop album should be. Just like those artists, Adele also changed her sound; there are a few radio-friendly (Hello, When We Were Young, All I Ask) and up-tempo tracks (Send My Love and Water Under The Bridge), while some are normal/you would expect (Love In The Dark, Remedy) and indie? (I Miss You). This album makes it Adele's second classic album, following 21. Is it better? Maybe. Listen to it and see for yourself.… Expand
  47. drdevil26
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    The album is beautiful...where as the songs like all I ask ....love in the dark takes you in the saddest parts of one life ...songs like when we were young makes you miss all the sweet moments of your life...though there is no someone like you or Rollin the deep....there are songs like these and hello which makes another standard to be set...
  48. SadGirl
    Nov 20, 2015
    5
    After 21, which had great singles and nice album tracks and four year of expectation, Adele releases a very underwhelming album. Hello was good, not as good as 21 's singles but a solid track. Except Hello I can only point two more good tracks, Water Under The Bridge and I Miss You.
  49. davidforever98
    Nov 20, 2015
    8
    It's her BEST album yet.. She did not really change her style but this album is vocally,lyrically and musically a lot better than 21 and 19. I am so proud her
  50. francisrgo
    Nov 20, 2015
    9
    A great predecessor to her smash breaking album "21!" Her voice has gained so much depth from the last album and able to transcend the lyrics further, it is so surreal. There really is nothing Adele can't do. "25" is more free and reflects on the passage of time rather than completely reminisce about lost love. Yes some song's clearly touches on that subject (Hello, Love in the Dark) butA great predecessor to her smash breaking album "21!" Her voice has gained so much depth from the last album and able to transcend the lyrics further, it is so surreal. There really is nothing Adele can't do. "25" is more free and reflects on the passage of time rather than completely reminisce about lost love. Yes some song's clearly touches on that subject (Hello, Love in the Dark) but it is more about acceptance and moving forward. The rest of the songs are a tribute to her new love, son and life (Remedy, River Lea, Sweetest Devotion). It is great to have her back!… Expand
  51. Matin032
    Nov 20, 2015
    7
    In the first-time listening,25 is what comes from Adele but not further. Except fresher tracks Million Years Ago and I Miss You, the rest is pleasant but usual. In fact, the blame is on Adele`s status: being loyalty to roots is boring while trying new styles is disappointing for her!
  52. coroinha66
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    Adele mais uma vez consegue nos surpreender com um albúm impecável repleto de composições maravilhosamente entrosadas com sentimentos, sofisticação e emoção.
  53. 2011cobra
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    This album is fantastic. why? because Adele is a real artist who doesn't have to promote her albums for months to sell..she sells because she has a wicked voice and is a real songwriter, Adele made it in music because of her talent , not her daddy's checkbook.I.E. her parents didn't have to buy part of a record label like big machine to get her a deal, create a fake image based on nothingThis album is fantastic. why? because Adele is a real artist who doesn't have to promote her albums for months to sell..she sells because she has a wicked voice and is a real songwriter, Adele made it in music because of her talent , not her daddy's checkbook.I.E. her parents didn't have to buy part of a record label like big machine to get her a deal, create a fake image based on nothing but lies and endless promotion..like another female i Could mention. P.S there is a review on here by (Willisben32) bashing this album and other female artists in other reviews. this person has been accused of being a fake account Created by one one of taylor swifts social media team. this person runs around attacking people and advertising for taylor swift in comment sections with the same name..i wish this site would remove that account..im sick of seeing these taylor swift people all over doing this ..it isn't right!… Expand
  54. ggolkalam
    Nov 21, 2015
    10
    the album is absolutely power full .....i couldn't stop listening to it.......some people would say that the new album is so similar to 21 but it's not....it's really not....all of the songs are new and really beautiful........she is so talented and beautiful and she deserves the best.......
  55. Muddsjr
    Nov 20, 2015
    8
    Adeles long awaited comeback album is never particularly baffling; it stays moderately safe. But at the same time it's hard to avoid the dwelling of emotion in When We Were Young or River Lea. All choruses seem to click, and 25 stays moderately cool with its bigger sound and rare boring moments, it's just about a worthy return.
  56. adele25
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    Adele's new Album 25 puts out the best of the best. The sales projected to have 2.5 million in its first week! This album includes hit songs like "Hello" and "When We Were Young". I suggest you to go buy this album before its sold out!
  57. KTX05
    Nov 30, 2015
    7
    For all the reviews saying Adele is giving more of the same with this album, I both agree and disagree. While "Hello" and much of the album's second half could be found on either 19 or 21, there are definitely some moments on here that make the album a surprising listen. You'd never hear "Send My Love (To Your New Lover)," "I Miss You," or "Sweetest Devotion" from Adele before 2015, andFor all the reviews saying Adele is giving more of the same with this album, I both agree and disagree. While "Hello" and much of the album's second half could be found on either 19 or 21, there are definitely some moments on here that make the album a surprising listen. You'd never hear "Send My Love (To Your New Lover)," "I Miss You," or "Sweetest Devotion" from Adele before 2015, and those songs are some of the best 25 has to offer.

    Of course though, Adele shines brightest when she is doing what she does best. "When We Were Young" finds the singer in her absolute vocal and songwriting prime, and is easily the album's finest moment. A future classic for Adele.

    While 25 isn't quite as candid as 19 or as emotionally raw and cohesive as 21, it makes for another fine outing from Adele and is welcome return for this once-in-a-generation talent.    … Expand
  58. Shivam_Murari
    Nov 20, 2015
    8
    The year's most awaited album 25 is finally here. The first listen itself is pretty impressive. The album has been on repeat since I got it, except for some songs which I skip sometimes. Yes, it is a good album, but it's not timeless. It doesn't live up to the hype. Perhaps the small duration between the launch of the lead single, Hello, and the album, actually overhyped the album, apartThe year's most awaited album 25 is finally here. The first listen itself is pretty impressive. The album has been on repeat since I got it, except for some songs which I skip sometimes. Yes, it is a good album, but it's not timeless. It doesn't live up to the hype. Perhaps the small duration between the launch of the lead single, Hello, and the album, actually overhyped the album, apart from the fact that 21 was such a blockbuster. The opening is going to be massive but eventually that would act as a poison to the otherwise fine album. It would get criticized for not having the material of that high quality.

    The salient feature of this album is it's omnipresent Adele-ness and Bruno Mars sincerity on one song (which is easily the best song). The lyrics aren't as great as they were on 21, some songs (I Miss You, Send My Love, Sweet Devotion) seem a bit strained. However, Love in the Dark and Sweet Devotion are songs which have the capacity to grow on the listeners, as they have the necessary depth.

    But at the end of the day, Adele's vocals (despite minor amounts of audible auto-tune) make even an average, repetitive songs (I Miss You) sound beautiful and that's what her fans chiefly look out for. I, for one, think the album could have been better. It's great, but not perfect.

    The best songs are:

    1. All I Ask
    2. When We Were Young
    3. Hello
    4. A Million Years Ago
    5. Water Under the Bridge.

    Misses:
    1. I Miss You
    2. Remedy
    3. River Lea (too much niche)

    Final rating: 7.5/10

    Necessary comparisons?

    25 Vs 21
    25. I was never a great fan of 21. It's a very sad record. So is this one, but 25 has an edge. I love quite a few songs on 21, nonetheless.

    25 Vs 1989 (Taylor Swift)
    1989. Might sound a little irrelevant comparison to some, but 1989 was the biggest (pop) record of last year and 25 is of this year. Apart from that, the two records share a few co-writers and style. 1989 is a glossy, young age record, but it is near-perfect. It doesn't sound strained or wannabe at any point. It is a wholesome record for it's demography. 25, on the other hand, tries a little hard at multiple points. The competition is neck-to-neck, but 1989 has a small edge.    … Expand
  59. TimW001
    Jan 8, 2016
    8
    Great album from Adele. A strong 8/10. Fantastic vocal, fantastic album. Adele in 25 tries some similar sounds we're used to from her and on a few tracks tries some new stuff as well. Unlike her first albums there is nothing groundbreaking to 25 but it still is a great listen.
  60. FredinToronto
    Nov 25, 2015
    9
    Exactly what I want from Adele. It's really silly to concern ourselves whether she is breaking new ground or playing it safe. Can you imagine critics talking that way about Frank Sinatra or any other classic crooner. This is one of my favourite albums of 2015 and I hope that Adele sticks to her knitting going forward.
  61. darrist
    Nov 22, 2015
    8
    I've been a big fan of Adele since the beginning and I do think 25 is a solid album. I wish she would have been a little more brave sonically/topically especialy considering how great a track like "I Miss You" sounds. Songs like "All I Ask" "Million Years Ago" and "Love In The Dark" are beautiful songs and I definitely enjoy them but...they are Adele buy the numbers. As a follow up to 21 II've been a big fan of Adele since the beginning and I do think 25 is a solid album. I wish she would have been a little more brave sonically/topically especialy considering how great a track like "I Miss You" sounds. Songs like "All I Ask" "Million Years Ago" and "Love In The Dark" are beautiful songs and I definitely enjoy them but...they are Adele buy the numbers. As a follow up to 21 I believe 21 had songs that stood out as single potential but I've found that overall I enjoy more tracks off of 25 9 compared to 6-7 songs off 21.… Expand
  62. lydyanah
    Dec 10, 2015
    6
    Adele follows making beautiful music, but the album isn't better than the previous album 21, doesn't bring great innovations. Send my love, River Lea and Water Under the Bridge are the highlights.
  63. joethealien
    Oct 6, 2017
    5
    so 21 was totally a quintessential breakup record. 19 was a solid debut filled with folksy and bluesy endeavours, Daydreamer and Melt My Heart to Stone being notable cuts. here, however, there's no progression.
    Adele is frequently compared to some of the greats, the late Amy Winehouse being one. Amy's musicality, lyricism and especially her voice grew into their own with the release of    so 21 was totally a quintessential breakup record. 19 was a solid debut filled with folksy and bluesy endeavours, Daydreamer and Melt My Heart to Stone being notable cuts. here, however, there's no progression.
    Adele is frequently compared to some of the greats, the late Amy Winehouse being one. Amy's musicality, lyricism and especially her voice grew into their own with the release of her timeless Back to Black record, leaving the United Kingdom eager to crank out a 60s-inspired soul revival. Adele's is undoubtedly one of the strongest voices of her mainstream pop generation, up there with Beyoncé's and Ariana's. Adele skyrocketed into the mainstream with her single "Rolling in the Deep," which is now rightfully placed on many a greatest songs of all time list. but nothing else in Adele's catalogue has anything even close to the robustness that RitD possesses.
    25 has a few standouts, such as the striking, sultry, Beyoncé 4-era slow jam I Miss You and the glittering, emotive ballad Remedy, which plays a lot like a better version of Adele's own Turning Tables.
    if Adele went into a more cinematic direction in the vein of the fierceness of I Miss You, maybe this record would stand out more in the current pop landscape. alas, the rest of this album gets gloopy and too over-sentimental. the blues edge of 19 is nowhere to be found and the soul power of 21 is quickly dulling. I know Adele has immense vocal talent, and some pretty good songwriting chops, but she is an artist who truly needs time to translate her strength into her lyrics, instead of rushing an entire era whose first two singles possess nearly identical structures and instrumentations. I hope her next album is more diverse and inventive, and I hope its far more meaningful.    … Expand
  64. Juan7
    May 12, 2020
    10
    ¿Cómo superar las expectativas de 21? Sacando 25, siendo un álbum completo en todo el sentido de la oración.
  65. MissDaytona
    Nov 22, 2015
    1
    This album is sosososososo boring, she brings nothing new to the table, and especially not sonically. I loved Hello but all the other songs make me feel like I'm dead. Seriously. Wtf is this.
  66. vinzlima
    Nov 20, 2015
    9
    Ela não e culpada pelas expectativas que criei, o álbum é muito bom. Mas, e evidente que ouve uma queda muito grande do 21 para o 25. Talvez quando se passar algum tempo eu possa voltar aqui e dar uma nota maior caso eu sinta o que o álbum quer dizer.
  67. AlejandroLuque
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    25 is vocally best than 21 , although I'm not sure if better in composition , risked with Send My Love (To Your New Lover ) something a little different to it , yet Adele did an excellent job on songs like When We Were Young and Hello , Does it really was worth the wait ?, in my opinion yes, but do not think you can beat the mastery of his previous album ..
    Adele is a great songwriter    25 is vocally best than 21 , although I'm not sure if better in composition , risked with Send My Love (To Your New Lover ) something a little different to it , yet Adele did an excellent job on songs like When We Were Young and Hello , Does it really was worth the wait ?, in my opinion yes, but do not think you can beat the mastery of his previous album ..
    Adele is a great songwriter and singer. Bravo Adele.    … Expand
  68. McBean
    Nov 21, 2015
    1
    I feel bad for Adele - she obviously struggled with this album. She's got a great voice, but I don't hear any of Adele the person here - just a selection of generic non-songs filled with cliche and no passion. I hope she keeps at it though, because when she writes from the heart (most of the songs from '21') the results are something special. 'Hello' is the only decent track on this album,I feel bad for Adele - she obviously struggled with this album. She's got a great voice, but I don't hear any of Adele the person here - just a selection of generic non-songs filled with cliche and no passion. I hope she keeps at it though, because when she writes from the heart (most of the songs from '21') the results are something special. 'Hello' is the only decent track on this album, and it sounds like it was left off of '21', so do yourself a favour and tack it on to the end of that and ditch the rest of this forgettable collection.… Expand
  69. arlp96
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    It's exactly what I was waiting, and it was worth it. Adele came back with a record that perfectly summarises life experiences in the same way "21" did, but instead of raw anger now we have hope, nostalgia, undying love, etc. A triumph of giagantic proportions.
  70. chidime
    Nov 22, 2015
    10
    All i can say is that 25 is the best, most cohesive album I have heard in recent times. I honestly can't wrap my head around the reviewers saying this album sounds just like 21. If you actually listened to the 21 album (and not just glanced it over), you honestly will not be able to say that. With this album, Adele has progressed her sound to be a bit brighter, more expressive, and moreAll i can say is that 25 is the best, most cohesive album I have heard in recent times. I honestly can't wrap my head around the reviewers saying this album sounds just like 21. If you actually listened to the 21 album (and not just glanced it over), you honestly will not be able to say that. With this album, Adele has progressed her sound to be a bit brighter, more expressive, and more introspective. The songs, just like 21 did with heartbreak, gives you a full tour on the ups and downs of life and coming to terms with the resultant journey. Honestly, when i was done listening to the album, I felt like all those little feelings I had hiding somewhere inside were finally able to come to the surface. The only drawback for me is the long string of ballads towards the end. However, when Sweetest Devotion comes on, you realize why it was arranged that way. Honestly, 25 is better than 21 as far as I'm concerned (but not by much), as it shows progression of life and story.

    Best Tracks: Hello (classic), I Miss You (my best), When We Were Young (classic), River Lea, Love in the Dark, All I Ask (another classic), and Sweetest Devotion (best album closer I've ever heard)

    NB: This album will be a 10 if not for the long line of ballads towards the end. The only (slight) drawback to this album I can honestly find.

    EDIT: Giving this album a 10. For 2 reasons: It sounds perfect on shuffle, and also so as to combat the stupid negative reviews this is getting. So congrats Adele. You get a 10.    … Expand
  71. Maurus
    Nov 20, 2015
    7
    Adele's comeback is satisfactory. The album is the woman she became after '21', with a family, with a career made. But, the album is nothing different from things we have already heard, the only addictive thing here, that changes the perspective of many people to think this is the "album of the millennium": her voice.
    It's a good album. Just good, but deserves a 80 rating.
    Best track:    Adele's comeback is satisfactory. The album is the woman she became after '21', with a family, with a career made. But, the album is nothing different from things we have already heard, the only addictive thing here, that changes the perspective of many people to think this is the "album of the millennium": her voice.
    It's a good album. Just good, but deserves a 80 rating.

    Best track: 'I Miss You'
    Worst track: 'Water Under The Bridge'    … Expand
  72. Brozzzzi
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    What a beautiful album! Love the lyrics, and of course Adele's gorgeous voice. It was well worth the wait! I also love that she doesnt over saturate the market with constant songs. Its nice for artists to go away for a bit and then come back better than ever - at least those with true talent as Adele has!
  73. brawlertone
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    From the start with the soulful, haunting and beautiful "Hello" to the end track, you feel the same magic as in previous efforts. The pain, sorrow, joy and pep behind each tracks both grips you and is a reminder that the Queen is back and here to stay.
  74. JehadIbrahim
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    JESUS CRISTO É MARAVILHOSO. JESUS CRISTO É MARAVILHOSO. JESUS CRISTO É MARAVILHOSO. JESUS CRISTO É MARAVILHOSO. JESUS CRISTO É MARAVILHOSO. JESUS CRISTO É MARAVILHOSO. JESUS CRISTO É MARAVILHOSO. JESUS CRISTO É MARAVILHOSO. JESUS CRISTO É MARAVILHOSO. JESUS CRISTO É MARAVILHOSO. JESUS CRISTO É MARAVILHOSO. JESUS CRISTO É MARAVILHOSO.
  75. drake2
    Nov 22, 2015
    8
    First of all its not like her previous two albums because the theme (break up) has completely changed.
    so is it worth the wait ?? answer is "no". although its good in a different way but lacking solid tracks like in previous albums.
    personally I'm disappointed because all of the wait seems waste. best tracks are " hello", "when we were young", "millions year ago" and "all I ask". But    First of all its not like her previous two albums because the theme (break up) has completely changed.
    so is it worth the wait ?? answer is "no". although its good in a different way but lacking solid tracks like in previous albums.
    personally I'm disappointed because all of the wait seems waste.
    best tracks are " hello", "when we were young", "millions year ago" and "all I ask".
    But don't get me wrong,it's still better than every single album out there.    … Expand
  76. Aless15
    Nov 20, 2015
    8
    This album has an awkward sound. I found it similar to 21 with songs like Hello, When We Where Young and All I Ask. This seems to me that she was a little inspired from 21. Songs like Send My Love (To Your New Lover), Million Years Ago and Sweetest devotion bring a different sound that make the album unique. I think it was clever to release the album so close to Christmas because it is hasThis album has an awkward sound. I found it similar to 21 with songs like Hello, When We Where Young and All I Ask. This seems to me that she was a little inspired from 21. Songs like Send My Love (To Your New Lover), Million Years Ago and Sweetest devotion bring a different sound that make the album unique. I think it was clever to release the album so close to Christmas because it is has many soft and calm songs that fit perfectly with the season. I don't think this album is like 21 in sound. 21 was extraordinary, 25 is pretty good. I am not disappointed, I know that you cannot write albums like that one every day. I think 25 has a great sound and beautiful lyrics but it is not the best.… Expand
  77. nfurino
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    This is a very different Adele than we've heard in the past. This album surprised everyone, including me. I didn't think she could follow up 21, but she has. Great record!
  78. Swiftsbussy
    Dec 1, 2015
    0
    Horrible, and I mean horrible, trashy, disgusting garbage. The most overrated piece of trash I've ever come across.mi wouldn't recommend even my enemies reading this unless hey want to become death from the penetration of trash into their ears....
  79. Panchogul
    Dec 26, 2015
    0
    An album soooo over rated, the same thing like 21 and 19, she might be talented and all that stuff, i can't deny that but the album it's not a big deal at all.
  80. Rapunxel
    Nov 21, 2015
    7
    The truth is that everybody was waiting for something bigger than 21 and after all those years of expectations, we just have an "ok" comeback album. As herself said, she may never make an album like 21, but comparisons are inevitable. It's not more from the same but it's not a "whole new her". It's a bit disappointing because seems that she still had a lot of possibilities to work with theThe truth is that everybody was waiting for something bigger than 21 and after all those years of expectations, we just have an "ok" comeback album. As herself said, she may never make an album like 21, but comparisons are inevitable. It's not more from the same but it's not a "whole new her". It's a bit disappointing because seems that she still had a lot of possibilities to work with the same contemporary soul/pop sound aesthetic of 21. 25 it's more simple, there's few layers, then some songs sounds flat, with a poor instrumental, like "Hello". I don't understand the most of the choices she made in 25, like "Send My Love (To Your New Lover)" and "Water Under the Bridge", but there are times when the simple sonority seems more close to the clear and organic, like in "I Miss You", "When We Were Young", "Love in the Dark" and "All I Ask". Anyway, it's a good album, but not good enough for a big comeback, and not good enough for a singer like Adele.… Expand
  81. don4of4
    Nov 20, 2015
    9
    "Send My Love" and "I Miss You," tracks 2 & 3 respectively, were underwhelming, however the rest of the album was on point. Definitely worth the money, but don't be afraid to pick up a copy!
  82. Sb_Matheus
    Nov 21, 2015
    10
    After 4 years of waiting, an album up to what was expected. 25 is fascinating and an absolute work of art. Touching lyrics and catchy tunes. A wonderful sucessor of 21 .
  83. Eran
    Nov 20, 2015
    6
    It must be very difficult to release a new album when your previous release was arguably the one of the most influential albums of the the decade. Part of 21's success was its ability to introduce mature, indie pop to a mainstream audience. 25 has a similar approach, but the result is more uneven. Hello was a mediocre first single; thankfully there are much stronger tracks like I Miss You,It must be very difficult to release a new album when your previous release was arguably the one of the most influential albums of the the decade. Part of 21's success was its ability to introduce mature, indie pop to a mainstream audience. 25 has a similar approach, but the result is more uneven. Hello was a mediocre first single; thankfully there are much stronger tracks like I Miss You, River Lea and Water Under the Bridge. There are also bold efforts that backfire, such as Send My Love which sounds more like a Fergie song from 2006. The rest are ballads that show Adele's vocal abilities, yet most sound very dated. 25 will most definitely be a big hit. Yet time will tell whether the album is considered to be a classic.… Expand
  84. kingofjersey
    Nov 26, 2015
    0
    Adele is literally CLINGING onto the sound 21 had. No new directions of creativity at all. Then again, the label would probably kill her if she didn't make another Diamond selling masterpiece.
  85. NWLH
    Nov 26, 2015
    3
    (Issues uploading full review. Here's the conclusion)

    In the end I feel like this album is the musical release of all the songs that were causing her writer's block. There are those "Adele-esque" songs, but they feel repetitive and re-hashed. There are those new style of songs for Adele, but they feel like someone else's songs ("Send My Love (To Your New Lover)" sounds like an MIA song    (Issues uploading full review. Here's the conclusion)

    In the end I feel like this album is the musical release of all the songs that were causing her writer's block. There are those "Adele-esque" songs, but they feel repetitive and re-hashed. There are those new style of songs for Adele, but they feel like someone else's songs ("Send My Love (To Your New Lover)" sounds like an MIA song without the gunshots). Emotionally, this album is underexplored and oversaturated making it feel like a collection of generic songs rather than an intimate album.    … Expand
  86. ThatOneReviewa
    Nov 20, 2015
    1
    I can only say one thing. Adele sounds like nails on a chalkboard mixed with Brokencyde, with a side of Blood on the Dance Floor. She's that awful. Stay away from this album.
  87. Heartsoulx
    Nov 20, 2015
    0
    25 is, like its predecessor, weighed down by its soggy, vanilla ballads, few of which manage to escape their '70s- and '80s-indebted singer-songwriter schmaltz the way “Hello” (just barely) does. The Ryan Tedder-helmed “Remedy” is, with a by-the-numbers piano-and-vocals formula in the vein of John Legend's “All of Me,” a forgettable trifle compared to 21's soulful foot-stomper “Rumour Has25 is, like its predecessor, weighed down by its soggy, vanilla ballads, few of which manage to escape their '70s- and '80s-indebted singer-songwriter schmaltz the way “Hello” (just barely) does. The Ryan Tedder-helmed “Remedy” is, with a by-the-numbers piano-and-vocals formula in the vein of John Legend's “All of Me,” a forgettable trifle compared to 21's soulful foot-stomper “Rumour Has It,” her previous collaboration with OneRepublic's frontman.… Expand
  88. adamv
    Dec 1, 2015
    0
    Overrated, honestly. Brings nothing new to the table. Nothing. Why does she get so much hype? If she was an African artist she wouldn't have a 1/100th of this hype. Unfair. Sad.
  89. juannadkins
    Nov 30, 2015
    10
    The album is as perfect as his mother. Just THE queen can make the best 2015 album. We've been waiting for so long but now we got the best answer ever.
  90. condythug
    Nov 22, 2015
    6
    very average album which is a far cry from her previous albums. seems like Adele is going through the motions for most of the songs and few of the songs will be remembered after a week. the only semi-decent song was "Hello"; the rest of the album are just filler and not worth the money.

    clearly Adele needs to settle down from raising her children and decide to focus fully on writing    very average album which is a far cry from her previous albums. seems like Adele is going through the motions for most of the songs and few of the songs will be remembered after a week. the only semi-decent song was "Hello"; the rest of the album are just filler and not worth the money.

    clearly Adele needs to settle down from raising her children and decide to focus fully on writing great songs if she don't want to be seen as a singer living on past glories. this album will burn off most of the goodwill from her previous albums and set records, but the album after this won't do as well anymore if she don't get her high standards back.    … Expand
  91. lucasisback
    Nov 21, 2015
    10
    Adele is back and not surprisingly, better than ever before! Which makes me sad. This is honestly, the 1st time I've ever bought an album in my life! We need more people who actually have talent, otherwise, music's corpse will continue to rot. Her album follows its predecessor with stellar vocals, full blown emotional artwork, silky smooth and appealing beat and rhythm, and song lyricsAdele is back and not surprisingly, better than ever before! Which makes me sad. This is honestly, the 1st time I've ever bought an album in my life! We need more people who actually have talent, otherwise, music's corpse will continue to rot. Her album follows its predecessor with stellar vocals, full blown emotional artwork, silky smooth and appealing beat and rhythm, and song lyrics crafted like its a sweet little poem. Obviously, just this wouldn't cut it, but Adele knows that. Adele seemed to work tenfold times harder on this album: She went on a couple year hiatus to live her life in order to, find some award winning content and to basically have a life other than her career; As revealed by her in the Rolling Stone interview, she focuses solely on the music and her music reflects her as a person and her recent experiences--Art--Personal art! Finally, an artist realizes the actual purpose of music for cripes sake! Music is intended as a go to way to express personal experiences and emotions, set up in a melody and beat that THEY FEEL matches with what they're experiencing, and ultimately, used to help them process their emotions! No auto tune, NO HYPERSEXUALIZED WOMEN USED TO RAKE IN VIEWS, no flat and mechanical vocals/lyrics, and full of absolutely apparent emotional struggle! The only criticism that I have is that a select few of the songs seem filler-y. But overall, the album is sure to send 21 to no. 2 on the Billboard's #BestOfAllTime--Albums. At this point, the album already deserves a 9.5, but Adele's personality rockets it to a 10: She's humorous, kind, doesn't get carried away by dangerous things(Ex: fame), and just overall is a wonderful person. The only bad habit that she has is her outrageously frequent swearing. Keep on it Adele! I know you are very afraid to fail, but don't let that control your life. Remember this: You need to realize that everybody has infinite potential and that with courage all people will have a 95% chance to reach that sweet success. Just be careful, make sure you don't start running away from your burdens; They will only get deadlier the more you run. Deal with your emotions, but try to also be happy--In combination with diplomacy, this is the healthiest way to live life! Even science has proven this!… Expand
  92. LROC
    Feb 8, 2016
    2
    I'd really hope a big inovation from her. The, she did more of the same. I understand she's not fault of that -maybe-, and I know the label would kill her if she didin't a "best seller" album... But 21's so better, I can't believe that a big potencial singer like her did this. It's so sad, "Hello" is a good song but so boring too. "Send My Love To Your New Lover" sond so good, just like "II'd really hope a big inovation from her. The, she did more of the same. I understand she's not fault of that -maybe-, and I know the label would kill her if she didin't a "best seller" album... But 21's so better, I can't believe that a big potencial singer like her did this. It's so sad, "Hello" is a good song but so boring too. "Send My Love To Your New Lover" sond so good, just like "I Miss You", that's why I'm giving 2, cause it deserves 0.… Expand
  93. lilkillpappy
    Dec 4, 2015
    0
    All of this production and emotional singing but without the lyrical content to back it up. Not much different than any other pop star. That's the other problem, her songs sound so pop, but she's trying to be emotionally honest at the same time? Doesn't work for me
  94. artpopist
    Nov 21, 2015
    0
    Hellooooooooooo from the othersidee, i must have called a thousand timeeeeeeees, to tell you THIS ALBUM IS SO ADELE, SHES JUST REPEATING HERSELF IN THIS ALBUM. GIRL, WAKE UP, RE INVENTE URSELF, LIFE IS NOT JUST TEARS AND REGRET, GET OVER THAT AND MAKE SOMETHING DIFFERENT.
  95. leaveit
    Nov 23, 2015
    0
    "My aim in life is never to be skinny," said Adele before losing ~100 pounds, writing a dozen songs about the same thing as a dozen of her other songs, produced by a dozen different people, with essentially the same title. Above average performer, below average artist, in other words, like every other pop star out there.
  96. HugoStone
    Nov 20, 2015
    3
    Esperava-se um grande album, bem trabalhado e com musicas realmente que colasse na cabeça com qualidade,mas veio o mais do mesmo pra menos, infelizmente a Adele do 19 e 21 se foi, nunca mais será capaz de produzir um album tão perfeito como aqueles. De 3 a 5 musicas são o que se esperava e de resto apenas coisas genéricas, ainda bem que existem o 21 e 19 na carreira pra dar um buzz praEsperava-se um grande album, bem trabalhado e com musicas realmente que colasse na cabeça com qualidade,mas veio o mais do mesmo pra menos, infelizmente a Adele do 19 e 21 se foi, nunca mais será capaz de produzir um album tão perfeito como aqueles. De 3 a 5 musicas são o que se esperava e de resto apenas coisas genéricas, ainda bem que existem o 21 e 19 na carreira pra dar um buzz pra esse 25 tão abaixo das expectativas.… Expand
  97. Sadblee
    Nov 23, 2015
    8
    Sin dudas la espera valió la pena. Cuando empecé a escuchar el disco me sentí un poco decepcionado de Adele pero ahora no puedo dejar de escucharlo, todas las canciones son adictivas! Es imposible compararlo con "21" puesto que "21" es un disco extraordinario y "25" es solo un buen disco. No estoy decepcionado, cada canción refleja una historia y eso vale mucho. Me parece que "25" tieneSin dudas la espera valió la pena. Cuando empecé a escuchar el disco me sentí un poco decepcionado de Adele pero ahora no puedo dejar de escucharlo, todas las canciones son adictivas! Es imposible compararlo con "21" puesto que "21" es un disco extraordinario y "25" es solo un buen disco. No estoy decepcionado, cada canción refleja una historia y eso vale mucho. Me parece que "25" tiene buenos sonidos y muy bonitas letras, pero no es lo mejor que nos ha dado Adele.… Expand
  98. jhbriick
    Nov 24, 2015
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What a disappointment! One dreary ballad after another with lyrics straight out of the Hallmark Card shop!
    I have listened to the album in its entirety several times and nothing registers as memorable. Adult contemporary will eat it up.    … Expand
  99. Willisben32
    Nov 20, 2015
    0
    I was so disappointed in this album :( I was expecting so much more .... Adele seems like a 1 album wonder now and that us very disappointing to all her fans :(
  100. Mad-Hatter
    Nov 20, 2015
    3
    I wasn't very excited for this album because I knew Adele won't change her "full-ballad" style. And I was right. Her songs are good, but if she won't change her style then she become very repetitive. That's why the only song I enjoyed was Send My Love. Now go dislike this review fanboys.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 35 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 35
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 35
  3. Negative: 0 out of 35
  1. Exclaim
    Nov 18, 2016
    70
    Singles "Hello" and "When We Were Young" remain highlights on the record, but aforementioned tracks like "Send My Love (To Your New Lover)," "I Miss You" and "Water Under the Bridge," not to mention "River Lea," hear Adele taking a welcome detour from the orchestral piano-pop formula and moving towards more interesting, groove-driven patterns.
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  2. Under The Radar
    Dec 7, 2015
    80
    Throughout these towering production flourishes, Adele's vocals cast an even vaster shadow: swooping, swerving, blaring brassily and cooing tenderly, a full orchestra unto itself that's theatrical, unpredictable, and dynamic.
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  3. NOW Magazine
    Dec 2, 2015
    40
    The songs are not so much about love as the memory of love and, accordingly, there's a chasm between her aggressive vocal runs and the cautiously generalist lyrics, especially on the maudlin latter half.
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