Anti
by Rihanna
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7.9

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  1. Max_Jornae
    Jul 23, 2016
    10
    Rihanna definitivamente demostro su capacidad en este album ademas de cambiar su estilo sin duda una de sus mejores eras que deja grandes canciones...este al bum merece mayor reconocimiento
  2. cocorlt98
    Jul 31, 2016
    9
    One of the best of Rihanna ! I love the mix of different genre like Dance with Work, Pop with Kiss it Better, RnB with Needed Me, and more all throughout the album ! The album also mix slow and soft songs with dance and catchy songs ! It's a real good album !
  3. mike13
    Aug 24, 2016
    10
    The reason I like this record beginning to end has zip to do with whether it documents her sexual mood swings more proudly or soulfully. The presentational Rihanna is so unlike anyone I know that she can say anything she wants about her musical punany as long as she leaves Chris Brown out of it--with this artist, sex is figurative, symbolic, the mark of a pleasure taker turned pleasureThe reason I like this record beginning to end has zip to do with whether it documents her sexual mood swings more proudly or soulfully. The presentational Rihanna is so unlike anyone I know that she can say anything she wants about her musical punany as long as she leaves Chris Brown out of it--with this artist, sex is figurative, symbolic, the mark of a pleasure taker turned pleasure provider. So Anti is her best album for a reason so simple it's tautological--despite its supposed rejection of track-and-hook mechanics, it features catchier songs. True, the main time they really make me go woo is when she breaks into gibberish at the end of "Work." But then some German hands her "Love on the Brain," the best new doowop song in decades, which segues perfectly to a power entreaty avec drunk violins, after which the album proper goes out on a piano-enhanced coda that adds a nice sweetness. Only instead of savoring this narrative arc, why don't you just proceed to the three bonus tracks, which top an M.I.A. move with none other than "Sex With Me"?… Expand
  4. Timi
    Aug 26, 2016
    7
    Disliking the whole album at the beginning, I think, there are some real gems in the end. "Higher", "Love on the Brain" and "Kiss it better" are timeless songs for me. "Consideration" and "Desperado" may be personal favourites just for now, still i cannot stop listening to them.
  5. fentyzami99
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    yaaaaaaaaaaasss queen, ANTI is an amazing album , kiss it better is an underrated amazing song, buy anti on itunes , Rihanna surprises me every day ,the songs were very different from what I expected but still liked it good job rih
  6. NETMUSIC
    Jun 18, 2017
    10
    One the most interesting and original albums of this decade! An amazing album.

    Best Song(s):
    Work
    Needed Me
    Consideration
    Kiss It Better
    Love On the Brain
    Pose
    Sex with Me
    Desperado

    Worst Song(s):
    Never Ending
  7. amatus
    Oct 16, 2016
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Rihanna's most interesting body of work to date that shows her setting new highs for herself. A complicated listen that may not sit well with more pop oriented listeners on a first listen, but after giving it another chance, we learn more about Rihanna than we have from her other albums. The vocal power on Anti is enough to rival the likes of her previous albums that saw her exert her voice to its very limits (Rated R and certain highlights on Unapologetic ring to mind). If you were expecting a pop effort from the Rihanna that released repetitive pop albums every year since Loud all the way up to Unapologetic, skip Anti.

    Consideration - A fantastic way to open the album. Rihanna's vocal grit combined with SZA's soothing interludes set the scene for Anti. [9/10]

    James' Joint - Essentially a soothing 2 minute interlude, giving an impression that Anti is sort of a stoner album, targeted towards those who are meant to sit back and relax. Look at it any other way than that and you wont find anything special. [5/10]

    Kiss It Better - This song had the Navy in arms when snippets were released, and the full song does not disappoint. [9/10]

    Work - We've all heard it, we all like it. Rihanna delivers, yet Drake appears more annoying this year in his painfully droll Views era than ever before. [6/10]

    Desperado - This song, along with Consideration and Kiss It Better prove to set a new standard for a Rihanna album. An interestingly unique song that sees Rihanna as some western vigilante on the run. [7/10]

    Woo - This is a song that would serve excellently as a mainstream single; it suits the listening standards of today's radio audience, you can dance to it, sing along to it, and relate to it if you're that type of Rihanna fan. [8/10]

    Needed Me - Spotify USA's highest streamed song by a female artist and who can blame the US? It's catchy, strong, and along with 'Woo', it depicts Rihanna as a strong figure who doesn't need a man. [7/10]

    Yeah, I Said It - The album's strongest R&B soothing sensation. We hear backing vocals from Rihanna that can send chills down your spine, why it wasn't on the setlist for her tour, we'll never know. [9/10]

    Same Ol' Mistakes - A Tame Impala cover that has its own Rihanna flavour incorporated. [7/10]

    Never Ending - A song I struggle with. Does it bore me, or does it evoke a more indie vibe on Rihanna's behalf? [5/10]

    Love On The Brain - If 'Never Ending' bored you to sleep, Rihanna's extraordinary vocal prowess on track 11 will have DRAGGED you out of that sleep. By far the strongest song on the album. [10/10]

    Higher - Along with Love on the Brain, another emotional song that sees Rihanna hit new highs that most pop girls struggle to meet. [9/10]

    Close To You - By the time we reach this song, we reach a conclusion; Rihanna is sad. She may appear to be a booming presence on the dance floor when songs like 'Work', 'Woo', and 'Needed Me' make themselves apparent, but like she said on Unapologetic's strongest point 'Mother Mary', she swears she wants to change, and here is where the change shows. [8/10]

    BONUS TRACKS

    Goodnight Gotham - Like James Joint, it does nothing very spectacular. If anything it serves as an opener to the album's biggest club bangers. [5/10]

    Pose - The 'Pour It Up' of the Anti era. The Rihanna we all know and love stomps triumphantly onto the dance floor after wiping her tears away in the bathroom thanks to the last three tracks of the standard edition. The song serves no lyrical brilliance, but as a guilty pleasure, it's highly favorable. [7/10]

    Sex With Me - This finishing track has a love/hate relationship with the Billboard 100. It appears for a while, disappears, and reappears again, despite not being a single. It is everything that 'Needed Me' strives to be, and that is a good, well rounded Rihanna club song. [9/10]

    OVERALL SCORE - 75%

    SUMMARY - Rihanna is back, and with music like this, she better not leave again.    … Expand
  8. vic-thesinner
    Jun 1, 2020
    6
    I like the uniqueness of this album, way different from anything that Rihanna have ever released. Favourite tracks: Work, Kiss it Better, Needed Me and Love on the Brain.
  9. samwich21
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    The production on this album is absolutely gorgeous. The DJ Mustard-produced "Needed Me" is a standout. Rihanna's vocals are at their best. I like this new and improved RiRi. It's much better than Unapologetic.
  10. diegoll16
    Nov 20, 2016
    10
    O álbum mais diversificado e autoral da barbadiana, letras cheias de personalidade e melodias que ficam na cabeça, mascantes e sempre presentes, esse é o ANTI, cd duma artista que se reinventa. parabéns rihanna.
  11. victorcarter
    Nov 21, 2016
    7
    easily the best rihanna has given us yet. there was some really dark and heavy production on this LP that was matched very well with rihanna's voice. some songs were really well done, went hard and are well rounded.
  12. kennyrichie94
    Nov 25, 2016
    7
    This is the best Rihanna album in terms of concept and fillers... but that's not saying much if you really compare talent with pairs like Alicia Keys, Beyonce or even Gaga herself, nonetheless it is a 7/10 effort worth listening and working to it but that's about it.
  13. popstyle
    Dec 18, 2016
    10
    The album is amazing Rihanna shows who she's really is in the tracks. She stopped doing music just for hits she stars doing music based in what she feels. I think she need more albums like Anti
  14. OVO_Nate
    May 14, 2017
    10
    Easily one of Rihanna's best projects! It is so different from her previous albums, this is not really an album to dance to. There is no dubstep or electro-pop songs on here, a lot of it is very personal, which I love. The production on this album is amazing, and there are only 2 features, which means there is more of Rihanna! My personal favorites are "Yeah, I Said It" "Needed Me" "LoveEasily one of Rihanna's best projects! It is so different from her previous albums, this is not really an album to dance to. There is no dubstep or electro-pop songs on here, a lot of it is very personal, which I love. The production on this album is amazing, and there are only 2 features, which means there is more of Rihanna! My personal favorites are "Yeah, I Said It" "Needed Me" "Love On The Brain" "Pose" and "Sex With Me". The weakest song on the album is "Woo", but it grew on me. One of my top favorite albums of 2016! Buy this!… Expand
  15. migue_jd
    Jan 19, 2017
    10
    Este álbum es uno de los mejores álbumes que pueda tener Rihanna. La canción Love On The Brain la salva. Posteriormente los ritmos te hacen sentir bien al igual que las letras en cada una de sus canciones. Este álbum se merece esas nominaciones en los Grammy y estoy seguro que va a ganar cada uno de ellos. Rihanna se ha reinventado al sacar este álbum
  16. kevindouglas
    Jun 12, 2018
    9
    Um grande salto de qualidade em sua carreira que deve permanecer em seus próximos trabalhos.

    Consideration: 10
    James Joint: 10
    Kiss It Better: 10
    Work: 9
    Desperado: 8
    Woo: 9
    Needed Me: 7
    Yeah, I Said It: 10
    Same Ol' Mistakes: 9
    Never Ending: 10
    Love on the Brain: 9
    Higher: 10
    Close to You: 10
    Goodnight Gotham: ?
    Pose: 6
    Sex With Me: 8

    Total: 9
  17. gonzilo
    Feb 24, 2017
    9
    Anti es una declaración de intenciones que, tras una larguísima espera por parte de fans y medios, ha llegado en forma de un proyecto arriesgado y que no ha salido del todo mal.
    Alejado de la radiofórmula habitual en Rihanna, Anti profundiza nuevos ámbitos en su música y sobretodo nos deja ver una faceta alternativa suya que estábamos deseando conocer.
  18. libr
    Mar 16, 2017
    8
    Every artist, the great one, should have an album that reflects their experimental and artistry of their musicality. 'Anti' probably Rihanna experimental artistry one, and her best to date.

    A beautiful mess LP, it contains Consideration, a solid dub-hip hop opener with a bold statement, "I can do whatever I want (and people will like whatever I do)". Kiss It Better shows her rock-R&B    Every artist, the great one, should have an album that reflects their experimental and artistry of their musicality. 'Anti' probably Rihanna experimental artistry one, and her best to date.

    A beautiful mess LP, it contains Consideration, a solid dub-hip hop opener with a bold statement, "I can do whatever I want (and people will like whatever I do)". Kiss It Better shows her rock-R&B style with gleaming electric guitar plays. Same Ol' Mistakes shows us if she is a great karaoke singer. But her magical moment is Love on the Brain and Higher, both are doo-wop inspired songs with great vocal delivers that make us like, "finally she can sing!"

    Lyrically, his songs revolves around today's pop themes. Similar themes with previous Rihanna's albums, which is a downside of 'Anti'.

    But still, when everyone hoping bangers, she gave us her raw inner side R&B which delightful as you play it more and more. [81/100]    … Expand
  19. manu_carnevale
    Apr 5, 2017
    7
    I like it but I think this is not the best Rihanna could do.

    vocals: 6.5/10 (she should study the technique a little bit more)
    lyrics: 6/10 (nothing special)
    singles: 8/10 (loved Love on the brain)
  20. LaloSoto
    Apr 11, 2017
    10
    Totalmente inesperado, es un album muy bien elaborado y con muy buenas canciones como Love on the brein, Kiss it better, Needed me, Higher, tiene sonidos muy diferentes y es algo muy diferente a lo que ha hecho Rihanna, con este album no queda duda de que Rihanna puede cantar todo tipo de genero.
  21. H_m
    Apr 15, 2017
    10
    Amazing album! It's without a doubt her best album!
    There's a variety of different songs that she offers on this album, including; Dancehall, R'n'B, Ballad etc.
    This album truly expresses her true vocal ability, especially 'Love on the brain'.
  22. fifi3
    Jan 17, 2020
    9
    Very few albums establish an aesthetic as well as this one. There is a tender, eclectic and soulful palette that shifts endlessly from track to track, making it one of the more entertaining, easiest and in-depth listens of the decade.
  23. ultimatemusic
    Jun 6, 2017
    7
    So after 3 years and 2 months, do I really feel this album was worth waiting that long? Unfortunately not. Unapologetic still holds reign over best Rihanna album, and this falls closely to the bottom, if not, THE bottom. It’s hard to tell if Rihanna had something else up her sleeve when releasing the previous three singles, but listening to those made me sure that ANTi was going to be anSo after 3 years and 2 months, do I really feel this album was worth waiting that long? Unfortunately not. Unapologetic still holds reign over best Rihanna album, and this falls closely to the bottom, if not, THE bottom. It’s hard to tell if Rihanna had something else up her sleeve when releasing the previous three singles, but listening to those made me sure that ANTi was going to be an album that wasn’t going to be forgotten in the world of Rihanna. Well, it won’t, but not for the right reasons. Rihanna has either taken a completely different new move in her career, or she’s having one of those crisis albums where it’s just not as good as the rest, which is ok, every artist has one of those, so I guess Rihanna having her first one can be forgiven right? I mean Madonna had that with a few albums, American Lifebeing her main example, or Britney Jean for Miss Spears, or even ARTPOP for Gaga. So for Rihanna to be having one of these situations 8 albums in, I guess that can be forgotten over time, but right now, it’s a problem, especially when you’ve had to wait 3.2 years.

    A few songs are great, a few ‘meh’, and the odd couple that really just lacked in everything we had been waiting for. FourFiveSeconds, **** Better Have My Money and American Oxygen still should have made the final cut in my eyes, but hey, what can you do? It’s Rihanna we’re talking about here.    … Expand
  24. IgorM
    Jun 12, 2017
    8
    Anti was the moment Rihanna finally asserted herself as an album artist, after reigning as queen of the singles charts for so many years.

    Becoming bored with pop music, she took a week’s hiatus (it was supposed to be a year) before heading into the studio and producing her eighth, long-awaited EP. The build-up to this was ridiculous – there were three singles that didn't actually    Anti was the moment Rihanna finally asserted herself as an album artist, after reigning as queen of the singles charts for so many years.

    Becoming bored with pop music, she took a week’s hiatus (it was supposed to be a year) before heading into the studio and producing her eighth, long-awaited EP.

    The build-up to this was ridiculous – there were three singles that didn't actually make it onto the album, teasing social media account – but the arrival of the record itself seemed remarkably low-key.

    On Anti you can hear how she moves away from pop and towards a more reflective R&B sound – and there's a braveness to all of this as though, while she hasn't quite worked out who she wants to be as an artist; she's definitely worked out who she isn't.    … Expand
  25. napoleon5432
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    HER BEST ALBUM SO FAR!!
    I am very happy and above all, proud that Rihanna has created this album. It is a work of art from the beginning, with the best song opening until the last. His best vocals are on this record, great quality and with a versatility throughout the 50 minutes of duration.
    It's going to be very difficult to get over this album because she've taken care of every detail.    HER BEST ALBUM SO FAR!!
    I am very happy and above all, proud that Rihanna has created this album. It is a work of art from the beginning, with the best song opening until the last. His best vocals are on this record, great quality and with a versatility throughout the 50 minutes of duration.
    It's going to be very difficult to get over this album because she've taken care of every detail. The production is impeccable, the voice is in everything in its splendor.
    It is very different from everything she has done before, she has been more involved and has put a lot of effort and enthusiasm in this project.
    CONGRATIS FOR THIS WONDERFUL ALBUM, RIH!
    Without a doubt, my favorite album. Everyone must have it    … Expand
  26. Jmcl4d
    Jun 16, 2017
    10
    La versatilidad en el pop, como tantos discos han demostrado siempre, varios de ellos, de hecho, de Rihanna (pienso en ‘Rated R’), puede ser su mayor aliado; el problema es el modo en que la aborda Rihanna en algunos de sus trabajos y particularmente en este disco y en el anterior. En definitiva, muy pocas veces las canciones de ‘ANTI’, aunque sólidas por sí solas, giran alrededor de unaLa versatilidad en el pop, como tantos discos han demostrado siempre, varios de ellos, de hecho, de Rihanna (pienso en ‘Rated R’), puede ser su mayor aliado; el problema es el modo en que la aborda Rihanna en algunos de sus trabajos y particularmente en este disco y en el anterior. En definitiva, muy pocas veces las canciones de ‘ANTI’, aunque sólidas por sí solas, giran alrededor de una órbita común, lo que hace que este disco suene como un proyecto subdesarrollado lanzado con prisas.… Expand
  27. IconicStick
    Jun 16, 2017
    10
    ANTI empieza firme, decididísimo, convencido de que éstos son sus principios y con ellos hasta la muerte. Adiós al polígono, al dance, al petardeo, a la música de y para tronistas: esto es el disco-protesta de Rihanna, su canto de madurez.
  28. ManuelContreras
    Apr 8, 2018
    6
    Work, work, work, work, work, work He said me haffi Work, work, work, work, work, work! He see me do mi Dirt, dirt, dirt, dirt, dirt, dirt!
  29. groupie
    Aug 17, 2017
    10
    Es de ese tipo de musica que te hace sentir cool y el mejor a donde quiera que vayas, Rihanna hizo un buen trabajo, claro, sin ayuda de sus cientos de escritores esta biblia no pudo haber sido mas que perfecta. Rihanna demostró que puede hacer un álbum con calidad de principio a fin, sin necesidad de relleno y canciones con baja producción, es por eso que "Anti" es de sus mejores trabajos.Es de ese tipo de musica que te hace sentir cool y el mejor a donde quiera que vayas, Rihanna hizo un buen trabajo, claro, sin ayuda de sus cientos de escritores esta biblia no pudo haber sido mas que perfecta. Rihanna demostró que puede hacer un álbum con calidad de principio a fin, sin necesidad de relleno y canciones con baja producción, es por eso que "Anti" es de sus mejores trabajos. Grande Rihanna.… Expand
  30. ANTILEMONADE
    Jul 23, 2017
    10
    THIS IS BEST RIHANNA ALBUM! She has evolved and grown an artist, this is visible in the work. May it continue to evolve and grow as an artist. I love this album, for me is the second best album of 2016.
  31. spongecat
    Aug 29, 2017
    10
    One of my favorite albums EVER. It’s a work of art and arguably her best work. Every song is great on it’s and her attitude on it is very dominant and strong and it definitely makes you feel the same way. Her Tame Impala cover ‘Same Ol’ Mistakes’ is a stand out, such a beautiful track. It may not be for everyone but it’s definitely for me.
    It’s crazy how she manages to make so many genres    One of my favorite albums EVER. It’s a work of art and arguably her best work. Every song is great on it’s and her attitude on it is very dominant and strong and it definitely makes you feel the same way. Her Tame Impala cover ‘Same Ol’ Mistakes’ is a stand out, such a beautiful track. It may not be for everyone but it’s definitely for me.
    It’s crazy how she manages to make so many genres work together so well on it. Other tracks that are great are definitely Desperado, Yeah, I Said It, Needed Me and Never Ending. Also props to the production it’s maddening.    … Expand
  32. MasterofHeaarts
    Nov 12, 2017
    10
    UNDERRATED. MASTERPIECE. BETTER THAN LEMONADE. BETTER THAN 25. BEST ALBUM OF 2016. SIMPLY THE BEST.

    Thank you Rihanna for this wonderful album. . First of all. The production in this album is absolutely flawless for every song. Rihanna sings her best vocally in this album .
  33. TheCriticReview
    Nov 17, 2017
    8
    This album is amazing, is different, that's for sure if you're expecting beachy pop/dance songs id say you should skip this album. Love on The Brain, Higher, Desperado, Needed Me and James Joint serve as the highlights. it has a wonderful vocal production. Rihanna killed it. Even though it sold 460 copies in a week, its one of Riri's best album so far.
  34. bjodr
    Nov 29, 2017
    7
    This is not the Rihanna we used to know, and that's a good thing. I am not happy with the fact, that she is giving us another floppy lyrics (Work) like she used to do with the previous albums. And even with two or three songs which are shorter than 3 minutes, I think its her one of the best albums.
  35. maydaysizzy
    Jan 12, 2018
    9
    Much more innovative and different to Rihanna's earlier releases, though ANTI still stays true to Rihanna's roots in dancehall and music from the carribbean. Best tracks: Same Ol' Mistakes, Love on The Brain, Desparado, Consideration and the undeniably best song on the album; Kiss it Better. 9 only for that annoying guitar in Woo.
  36. JhosepKingsley
    Mar 27, 2018
    5
    "ANTI" is an exceptional album, very careful and worked; From the magnificent conceptual art to the quite fresh and street sounds that give us a glimpse. It reflects very well the urban style that it intends to transmit.
  37. caurinox
    Feb 11, 2018
    10
    BRILHANTE, CRIATIVO, INOVADOR E PERFEITO!
    simplesmente o mais próximo da perfeição que a música pop chegou em 2016.
  38. Connorcox1997
    Mar 17, 2019
    10
    Bad Gal RiRi released a work of art back in 2016. Rihanna's Anti is her best work in my opinion. I loved all the songs on the album especially songs like "Work ft Drake," "Kiss it Better," "Needed Me," "Same Ol' Mistakes," and "Close to you." Give this album a listen; it's definitely worth your time. I highly recommend it.
  39. gabrielcipriano
    Dec 21, 2018
    10
    Rihanna simply dropped the pop and invested deep in the R & B and gave super right. The album has something immersive, and an incredible essence. I never thought Rihanna would be so right on that side of the album, just incredible! One of the best albums of 2016.
  40. BenjaminBach
    Jul 3, 2018
    10
    Rihanna's best work, as she experiments with new sounds, new vocals ranges and production, which work perfectly! Every track is perfect in its own way.
  41. TheReviewr
    Aug 10, 2018
    8
    This album in my opinion is definitely one of her best to this date and shows she still has the ability to make a hit after many years in the spotlight.

    1. Consideration ft. SZA, great catchy reggae inspired track that shows their talents as singers 9/10 2. James Joint, a great interlude, even though interludes can't really be "great" songs 7/10 3. Kiss It Better, amazing song that    This album in my opinion is definitely one of her best to this date and shows she still has the ability to make a hit after many years in the spotlight.

    1. Consideration ft. SZA, great catchy reggae inspired track that shows their talents as singers 9/10
    2. James Joint, a great interlude, even though interludes can't really be "great" songs 7/10
    3. Kiss It Better, amazing song that shows how RiRi feels in her relationships 9/10
    4. Work ft. Drake, super catchy dancehall song with one of Drakes best features 10/10
    5. Desperado, amazing song with a western feel Rihanna experiments with 9/10
    6. Woo, ok then, its a little annoying but Travis Scott saves the song a bit with the chorus 6/10
    7. Needed Me, really great beat by DJ Mustard, and one of my personal favorites 10/10
    8. Yeah, I Said It, how does RiRi even find these tracks, they are great 9/10
    9. Same Ol' Mistakes, its a cover but doesn't do anything special for the album 6/10
    10. Never Ending, it should have been cut, worst on album 4/10
    11. Love On The Brain, this was the track I always wanted from RiRi, best on album 10/10
    12. Higher, its a great interlude, better than James Joint for sure 8/10
    13. Close To You, might as well call it never ending part 2. its not good but not bad 5/10
    14. Goodnight Gotham, I respect this song, but don't "like" it 6/10
    15. Pose, Im the only person that likes it 7/10
    16. Sex With Me, this song is a great ending song to a great album 10/10

    Standouts are Needed Me, Love On The Brain & Sex With Me

    Overall: 7.8 (rounded up to 8) this is an amazing album from Rihanna and near her best, cutting Never Ending and Close to You would have been great and maybe replacing them with Pose and Sex With Me for the deluxe edition would have been better    … Expand
  42. ctufer
    Mar 23, 2023
    10
    This is Rihanna's best album. She showcases her true talent while proving that she is a great vocalist and an amazing artist.
  43. nicolasfenty
    Aug 14, 2018
    10
    Well, the truth is that it is the second best album of his career after "Talk That Tlak", I love it from beginning to end, it is a beautiful album that has songs for all tastes, I do not think there is an album as perfect as "ANTi" at present.
  44. Malucas
    Aug 14, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is so deep and creative I couldn't imagine anything better! Love on the Brain and Higher take her notes higher than they ever were, I listened to it so many times.… Expand
  45. VitorMacauba
    Sep 3, 2020
    8
    I really like this album, it has great lyrics and instrumentals even though it has some skips. This album is very iconic and memorable!
  46. franj
    Dec 15, 2019
    10
    Totalmente impecable, con buenos ritmos y una letra única. Es un buen álbum
  47. Dsros96
    Aug 3, 2019
    8
    Amazing album that shows Rihanna's versatility and her amazing vocals. Everything fits on the album and makes it a whole. One of the best albums of 2016.
  48. All_ButTrU4
    Feb 4, 2021
    8
    A cultural reset. The moment Rihanna stepped into the reigns exercising the control over her music, image and business. Her singles each chart contenders- startlingly with their versatility-suggested something greater in the woodworks. She delivered. From the confident sza assisted opener or the industrial Travis scott feature that feels unfinished in the best way we are confronted by aA cultural reset. The moment Rihanna stepped into the reigns exercising the control over her music, image and business. Her singles each chart contenders- startlingly with their versatility-suggested something greater in the woodworks. She delivered. From the confident sza assisted opener or the industrial Travis scott feature that feels unfinished in the best way we are confronted by a pop album that defys it's categorization. Split into halves:bad **** vs. sad **** she does slow down commitment to complete the listen as the second half can feel bloated and has a generic moment in the well intended forgettable "never ending". The coverart is so ampt*a photo of a young robyn fente with a large crown covering her face on a white background with red splashed through. Seems like a depiction of rebirth or even the alchemical child of legends said to represent the mystic nature of change which is what this album does effectively. Pop will never forget the moment where it's own royalty tore at the machine that ran her,took a victory tour then vanished from the music before we could process her impact. My first listen of this record felt uncomfortable. I liked experimental music but i think entering a record by an artist like her who has expectations attached to her LP's seeing the liberties taken felt so overwhelming. Favourites :consideration,higher, kiss it better,desparado,work,… Expand
  49. samueldelimaa
    May 17, 2019
    10
    it's perfect, made by the angels. it's what you need to solve your problems
  50. ea_sergio24
    May 28, 2019
    10
    Easily Rihanna's best album, she is vulnerable, brutal and badass at the same time
  51. Lucasswiftie
    Jul 20, 2019
    10
    Rainha labradora. Dona de tudo. Melhor artista negra que existe. Chifroncé é lixosa. Escorada. Rihanna RAINHA.
  52. Rjd4585
    Aug 24, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Her best album. She outdid herself once again. Every track is a mood. Definitely a cohesive project… Expand
  53. MyleeneFRW
    Dec 1, 2020
    7
    Не лучший, однако очень достойный альбом, но стоит ли он четырех лет ожидаий?
  54. Rafaelcampanhar
    Aug 23, 2019
    10
    Álbum conceitual, bem trabalhando e com faixas conectadas, ótima produção!
  55. Illusion0903
    May 3, 2020
    10
    i can get angry when people don't find this album to be Rihanna's best album to date, and I'm glad that at the end of this decade, tons of critics finally realize how incredible this album is. TBH, I don't care how long it takes for Rihanna to finally drop her next album, as long as it's as good as ANTI, that's how good this album is.
  56. Emanuel_garcia
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    Un álbum que no aburre, Rihanna sabe cómo hacer para manejar cualquier género
  57. Giorgishak
    Sep 8, 2019
    10
    Hands down the best album of 2016. Also her second best album for me.
    Loveeseeeee
  58. padwad
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    aaaaaaaaammmmmmmaaaaaaazzzzzzziiiiiiiiiiinnnnnnnggggggg!!!!!!! TEN/TEN. Best album. Deserved album of the year.
  59. greedybadidea
    May 27, 2020
    9
    Rihanna's eighth studio album is her most poetic album to date. The production, vocals, and lyrical aspects of this album show so much growth from Rihanna. Even though some tracks are a bit overproduced, I still believe that this album is one of the best projects Rihanna has ever released. It's definitely the most genuine piece of work she's ever released.

    Album Track Ranking: 1.    Rihanna's eighth studio album is her most poetic album to date. The production, vocals, and lyrical aspects of this album show so much growth from Rihanna. Even though some tracks are a bit overproduced, I still believe that this album is one of the best projects Rihanna has ever released. It's definitely the most genuine piece of work she's ever released.

    Album Track Ranking:
    1. Consideration (feat. SZA)
    2. Sex With Me
    3. Higher
    4. Needed Me
    5. Love on the Brain
    6. Same Ol' Mistakes
    7. Pose
    8. Yeah, I Said It
    9. Kiss It Better
    10. Close to You
    11. Work (feat. Drake)
    12. Never Ending
    13. Desperado
    14. James Joint
    15. Woo
    16. Goodnight Gotham    … Expand
  60. Izanglez
    Jun 6, 2020
    8
    This album shows off Rihanna's artistry. She has nothing left to prove, yet she did. This is her best album and will be remembered for so long.
  61. SaadAlmighty
    Feb 2, 2020
    10
    totally insane I like this album all most of the songs are great, really Riri is a savage
    Work 10/10
    Needed me 10/10
    Kiss it better 10/10
    Same old mistakes 10/10
    Consideration 10/10
    **** better have my money 10/10
    Love on the brain 10/10
    Desperado 9/10
    Higher 8/10
    Close to you 8/10
    Woo 7/10
    Never Ending 7/10
    Yeah I said it 7/10
    James joint 6/10
  62. DNLRBTS
    Jan 2, 2020
    10
    Sounds so fresh still. I don’t skip any songs. One I can play again and again.
  63. lukasg1996
    Sep 18, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Or of her best works of art love love love
    Love love love love
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    Love love love love
    Love love love love
    Love love love love
    Love yes it’s so good    … Expand
  64. Kadirou
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This masterpiece of art came once in a century. Rihanna outdid herself in this project . Every track in the album is so good produced and written . I enjoy the experience of listening to the album track by track . It's definitely the best album this past decade and the best this century so far .
  65. Betul
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Her Best Album! I understand that a few people dont like it, because its not Pop
  66. brehnrr
    Jan 11, 2020
    8
    o álbum é simplesmente espetacular, lindo e nos faz ter sentimentos reais pelo o que estamos ouvindo, entretanto tem uma música muito ruim nele: work.
  67. juliobrito06079
    Jan 11, 2020
    9
    This album made me fall in love with Rihanna. I need album now please. Consideration and Needed are my favorites. I love you riri.
  68. Afterglow_0202
    Jan 22, 2020
    7
    Rihanna’s most intriguing project yet, even if there’s no clear smash amongst its 13 tracks. In many ways it’s her most deliberately uncommercial album yet, but don’t let the low-key THC vibes fool you: every harmony, drum beat, and transition on «ANTI» is painstakingly finessed. This, for better or worse, is clearly the music Rihanna likes: leftfield, stoned and strange. It is RihannaRihanna’s most intriguing project yet, even if there’s no clear smash amongst its 13 tracks. In many ways it’s her most deliberately uncommercial album yet, but don’t let the low-key THC vibes fool you: every harmony, drum beat, and transition on «ANTI» is painstakingly finessed. This, for better or worse, is clearly the music Rihanna likes: leftfield, stoned and strange. It is Rihanna without hits. This strange album, released without warning over the internet for free, may well be a reflection of the fact that not even her own backers really expects this to be a commercial blockbuster. It is more an exercise in rebranding, transforming the hit girl into a serious artist.… Expand
  69. umnavy
    Jan 29, 2020
    10
    Após o aniversário de 04 anos do lançamento é explicitamente fácil ver, ouvir e sentir toda a profundidade artística que acompanha o ANTI. Com a promessa de um trabalho coeso, pessoal e atemporal (que foi cumprido), Rihanna acertou em cheio em apostar na sua própria autenticidade junto da experimentação. ANTI é um album provocativo, maduro e agradável. Passando pela composição visual daApós o aniversário de 04 anos do lançamento é explicitamente fácil ver, ouvir e sentir toda a profundidade artística que acompanha o ANTI. Com a promessa de um trabalho coeso, pessoal e atemporal (que foi cumprido), Rihanna acertou em cheio em apostar na sua própria autenticidade junto da experimentação. ANTI é um album provocativo, maduro e agradável. Passando pela composição visual da capa, videoclipes e até mesmo os figurinos da turnê, um composto estético pensado para refletir o conteúdo lírico e sonoro, tudo em perfeita harmonia. Letras que relatam de uma forma despudorada os sentimentos de uma mulher que carrega em si as dores, dificuldades e vitórias de uma imigrante caribenha. A produção do álbum beira o impecável, os vocais mais aproveitados do que antes e até mesmo a ordem das músicas no cd trabalham em favor da obra. O primeiro contato com ANTI desperta emoções e dúvidas que futuramente se transformam em memórias e entendimentos. ANTI te atinge de imediato mas como qualquer outro trabalho de impacto duradouro, melhora com o passar do tempo. Quem se deixou levar pelas impressões iniciais provavelmente mudou de opinião no meio do caminho e essa foi a intenção de Rihanna: ir contra, ser oposto, duvidoso mas de qualquer forma impactante como nunca.… Expand
  70. cipriano
    Feb 17, 2020
    9
    It's the best thing Rihanna has done, the pure R&B coming out of this album is such an amazing thing that it makes it versatile and easy to do everything ahead to get into any genre. A production of great detail, and its compositions are ideas. That sounds like one of the best albums of 2016.
  71. Emircan
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    Dünyanın en iyi albümlerinden biri olup içinde her zevke hitap edebilecek müzikleri içeren bir başyapıt!
  72. andyn823
    Jun 6, 2020
    5
    Great production, good vocal. But I just don't like her lyrics and her bad girl image. I think it is just too much. It makes me uncomfortable. I enjoy Rihanna's older records, which have beautiful lyrics and beautiful meanings, than this album. I am kinda disappointed in this.
  73. MichelleChimbet
    Jan 16, 2021
    8
    Although I’d always really loved a good Rihanna song I never thought sing a song like Love on the Brain. Damn it’s great when an artist is still out to impress their fans and themselves this deep in the game.
  74. Felipesierram
    Apr 26, 2020
    10
    Such a great album, I’m happy that she’s letting us see who Rihanna is by know
  75. marcelicious
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    In never expected this from Rihanna but now I don't see the world without this album. From A to Z - I love these songs!
  76. Kallyu
    May 31, 2020
    10
    presents a very good vibe, with great female empowerment, exploration of new vocals, and a R&B GENUINE
  77. sandyaamorim
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    Ela prometeu fazer um álbum atemporal e fez, e é por isso que faço essa crítica em 2020 porque era maravilhoso em 2016 e continua perfeito quatro anos depois, era desrespeitoso esse álbum ter menos de 90% da aprovação da crítica quando lançado e é pior agora que o álbum se consagrou como o único álbum de uma artista negra a permanecer durante 224 semanas na billboard 200, ouçam obra primaEla prometeu fazer um álbum atemporal e fez, e é por isso que faço essa crítica em 2020 porque era maravilhoso em 2016 e continua perfeito quatro anos depois, era desrespeitoso esse álbum ter menos de 90% da aprovação da crítica quando lançado e é pior agora que o álbum se consagrou como o único álbum de uma artista negra a permanecer durante 224 semanas na billboard 200, ouçam obra prima em todas as plataformas digitais.… Expand
  78. Wilsonlrcy
    May 6, 2021
    10
    Masterpiece, her best album, she needs more consideration and she is underrated
  79. RayCatem
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    once again showing her versatility and talent, Rihanna brought an album ahead of its time. Even with the little promotion of singles, it continues to the most current days (2020) breaking records. The album and its singles sold themselves so genuine of the emotions conveyed on the tracks.
  80. felicci
    Jul 28, 2020
    10
    Álbum espetacular. Eu diria esplêndido. Não há adjetivo que possa demonstrar. Obrigado, Rihanna. Você entregou tudo!
  81. jademorais
    Jul 24, 2020
    9
    It looks quite experimental, but for sure is her best work. As a full body of work, it is not completely consistent, but each track has its own personality, in addition to as always, its hits and striking voice.
    Love On The Brain, Consideration, Same Ol' Mistakes, Higher and Needed Me, are absolutely a must-listen.
  82. javmagazine
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It's a masterpiece! Unique! The best album Rihanna has created so far. One of the best albums of the 2010's. 100% recommended.
  83. Paullo234
    Jul 29, 2020
    10
    Perfeito, cada música carrega um conceito, é uma delícia ouvir esse álbum, não tem nenhuma música ruim, Rihanna sempre entrega tudo
  84. Marloz1210
    Aug 2, 2022
    0
    More of the same from her. This album is supposed to be anti-pop, that is the typical strategized pop album where she aims to be more experimental in order to stray away from the expected pop sound and structure but she takes us to a place we've been before and it's just tired. This is the same rebellious, talk that sh*t/talk, unapologetic, good girl gone bad attitude from her that we'veMore of the same from her. This album is supposed to be anti-pop, that is the typical strategized pop album where she aims to be more experimental in order to stray away from the expected pop sound and structure but she takes us to a place we've been before and it's just tired. This is the same rebellious, talk that sh*t/talk, unapologetic, good girl gone bad attitude from her that we've heard a thousand times, just standing behind a new experimental sound that can tend to be awful like her mumbling disposable lead single 'Work.'… Expand
  85. Dayvson84
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Anti foi, e é um sucesso enorme, superando todas as espectativas do público e mídia internacional, Rihanna provou mais uma vez sua versatilidade e pode na indústria músical , seja na questão vocal ou qualidade das melodias, R&B perfeito
  86. Mobina1
    Apr 3, 2021
    9
    Her best FULL body of work but Loud remains her best imo. Waiting for R9 badly
  87. rodq09
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The first time I listened to ANTI I realized that it was impossible for a critic to give an accurate rating in one day because it is a totally different album from what was created before by any artist, however all the critics did and gave critics that did not represent the art work that Riri did. The girl from Barbados is always a game changer and with ANTI the trend continued and thenThe first time I listened to ANTI I realized that it was impossible for a critic to give an accurate rating in one day because it is a totally different album from what was created before by any artist, however all the critics did and gave critics that did not represent the art work that Riri did. The girl from Barbados is always a game changer and with ANTI the trend continued and then we had albums that have her essence like CTRL, Lemonade, 4:44 and more. ANTI is a jewel, masterpiece, timeless and ended up winning for the love of all the public, we no longer care about the criticism of those who claim to be experts. I hope that one day the critics will apologize for the mistake they made with ANTI and stop being xenophobic, foreigners also deserve to receive an accurate review like locals. -Rod… Expand
  88. Krish0211
    Mar 13, 2021
    10
    Rihanna's best album; sonically, lyrically and vocally. She improved so much in this album and its an incredible and career-defining body of work.
  89. soti77
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    The best album of 2016 no doubt and her most expiremental yet...............
  90. ferzeli
    Sep 2, 2020
    7
    Obrigado SZA por TUDO que você fez!!!

    E foi aqui que a ex-cantora se despediu de sua carreira! Pelo menos foi com qualidade...
  91. Tomantuness
    Sep 1, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O álbum tem vida própria, vários hits. Love on The brain hino supremo, Rihanna inovou e Deu seu nome… Expand
  92. Laurafenty88
    Sep 11, 2020
    10
    Uno de los mejores álbumes de Rihanna, por no decir el mejor, sus baladas y variedad de géneros que incorpora lo hacen un álbum excelente y más maduro. Excelente trabajo.
  93. AndyBenvindo
    Sep 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Não é um álbum que você ouve uma vez só, até hoje eu ouço as músicas o álbum é muito bem construído e a voz dela ela entregou algo que ninguém estava esperando.… Expand
  94. PEDROMFR
    Feb 2, 2021
    7
    All the time we´ve waited for a new Rihanna´s could be more worth it. Nevertheless, the vocals in this album are remarkable.
    Top Track: Love On The Brain
    Worst Track: James Joint
  95. Sal3xx
    Nov 20, 2020
    10
    Icônico, memorável, ATEMPORAL, lendário.
    Ririh entregou coesão e clareza, com um vocal impecável.
  96. alysoonw
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    I'm a **** navy, so I know rihanna's work very well. All I have to say is: Rihanna, that's why you didn't give us the R9 already! You knew anti would going to be your best album! And not matter how time goes, the album stills sick! I love her vocals. I love her visuals. Love on the brain has a such magical lyrics and sound, needed me is such a vibe! woo is one of the best produced ever!I'm a **** navy, so I know rihanna's work very well. All I have to say is: Rihanna, that's why you didn't give us the R9 already! You knew anti would going to be your best album! And not matter how time goes, the album stills sick! I love her vocals. I love her visuals. Love on the brain has a such magical lyrics and sound, needed me is such a vibe! woo is one of the best produced ever! desperado? just was on itunes some days ago. Unfortunately, the album didn't get any grammy don't know why cuz everybody knows how this album was one of the best of 2016!!!!! I LOVE IT! A MASTERPIECE!!!… Expand
  97. zaeksito
    Nov 27, 2020
    10
    Increíble, Rihanna se ha esforzado por crear un álbum cohesionado y lo ha conseguido. Pocas canciones es escapan de la excelencia en este disco y ha demostrado una vez más que todo lo que toca lo convierte en oro. Aunque me cueste, me quedo con Love On The Brain, Kiss It Better, Desperado y Higher. No entiendo cómo después de tener 8 nominaciones a los GRAMMYs no se llevara ninguno.
  98. yad3
    Aug 24, 2022
    10
    please come save the music industry we really miss your voice talent charisma…
  99. arianagrande626
    May 8, 2021
    10
    Her best album and one of the best albums of all time. It mixes R&B, rock and soul. My favorites are Needed Me, Kiss It Better, Same Ol' Mistakes and Love On The Brain.
  100. MeLikesMusic
    May 11, 2021
    10
    Rihanna took complete charge of her sound and this album is so so good that it's 2021 and we're all still waiting for another taste of her music. Higher, Close to you, Kiss it better, Love on the brain and Never ending (even though any track is worshipable) are the proof that Rihanna just keeps evolving with every album she puts out. I'm very surprised this album does not have at least 85+Rihanna took complete charge of her sound and this album is so so good that it's 2021 and we're all still waiting for another taste of her music. Higher, Close to you, Kiss it better, Love on the brain and Never ending (even though any track is worshipable) are the proof that Rihanna just keeps evolving with every album she puts out. I'm very surprised this album does not have at least 85+ or 9.0... Work was kinda trashy but the only tracks i disliked were on the deluxe version so i'm genuinely confused, but still everyone needs to listen to this album.… Expand
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#4 Most Discussed Album of 2016
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#10 Most Shared Album of 2016

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 31 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 31
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 31
  3. Negative: 0 out of 31
  1. Uncut
    Feb 29, 2016
    80
    One of the most coherent and surprising big-ticket pop albums in years. [Apr 2016, p.79]
  2. HipHopDX
    Feb 23, 2016
    72
    In many ways, ANTI is a step in the right direction for Rihanna, creatively.
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  3. Mojo
    Feb 22, 2016
    80
    It's confusing, with flaky endings and mood swings, and an utterly compelling mix of not caring at all and desperately caring. [Apr 2016, p.87]
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