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8.5

Universal acclaim- based on 69 Ratings

  • Summary: The seventh full-length studio release for the R&B artist features guest appearances from Snoh Aalegra, Diamond Platnumz, Khalid, Miguel, Sampha, Jill Scott, and Tierra Whack.
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 12
  2. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. Sep 25, 2020
    88
    The spaciousness allows Keys to let her nuanced, versatile voice do the talking like never before. All this makes Keys’ seventh studio album her best, and finds her easing up on the obvious hooks and pushing the limits of her voice and imagination.
  2. 85
    Alicia offers its listeners with the ultimate microcosm of the singer’s discography thus far, re-positioning Keys as a force to be reckoned in today’s musical landscape.
  3. 80
    This is an album that shimmers with warmth and cautious optimism from start to finish.
  4. Mojo
    Sep 23, 2020
    80
    Relying on her exquisitely malleable voice, slickly inventive production tics, and winning vocal support from south London's Sampha and Tanzania's Diamond Platnumz, among others. [Nov 2020, p.80]
  5. Sep 18, 2020
    70
    A perfectly balanced album that matches her newfound vibe as a woman ready to tell her truth. This album is a note that good things come to those who wait.
  6. Sep 21, 2020
    70
    Alicia is one of her most musically engaging LPs, with production from Mark Ronson, Sampha, Tricky Stewart, and her husband, Swizz Beatz, among other reliable hands. Alicia moves easily between moods and styles.
  7. Sep 18, 2020
    60
    Even with the R&B-leaning roster of guests -- Jill Scott and Snoh Aalegra are also on board -- Alicia is Keys' most moderate work, seemingly hedged with an objective to appeal to as many listeners as possible. There's at least no doubting the artist's intent to heal and uplift, and she puts it across with some of her most nuanced vocals.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 20
  2. Negative: 2 out of 20
  1. Sep 26, 2020
    10
    Um dos melhores albuns de R&B do ano de 2020. É muito gratificante ver uma artista como Alicia lançando material tão coeso.
  2. Sep 18, 2020
    10
    Alicia returns to her true form! The album is her best since As I Am. Authors Of Forevers, 3 Hour Drive, & You Save Me are top tier tracks!
  3. Sep 21, 2020
    10
    Alicia Keys is a household name in the industry, and with this album she shows us why. Afete almost 20 years since her debut album, she isAlicia Keys is a household name in the industry, and with this album she shows us why. Afete almost 20 years since her debut album, she is still at the top of her game! Great songs with unique compositions. Expand
  4. Sep 24, 2020
    10
    The album is beautiful. Each song is so different yet the all go together is such a beautiful. Her voice sounds incredible and the lyrics areThe album is beautiful. Each song is so different yet the all go together is such a beautiful. Her voice sounds incredible and the lyrics are so meaningful. Expand
  5. Oct 12, 2020
    9
    I really enjoy this album, the voice of Alicia, the production and the songs. It's emotive and beautiful.
  6. Oct 31, 2020
    8
    What would R&B be without Alicia Keys? ALICIA bring to 2020 the excellence of the genre, and reminds us who she is and what she can do. EvenWhat would R&B be without Alicia Keys? ALICIA bring to 2020 the excellence of the genre, and reminds us who she is and what she can do. Even though the album has been filled with some average songs and the featured artists barely bring nothing to the table, it has the personality and beautiful vocals. Expand
  7. Sep 26, 2020
    0
    I didn't like this album at all. Honestly, a piece of nothing. I love Alicia. But this album is nothing.

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