ARTPOP
by Lady Gaga
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  1. jprego
    Nov 12, 2013
    10
    ART Pop is a great album, it shows talent as both fun and danceable music who says pop can not be art too?? good for Gaga. Congrats to her. Gonna buy the album
  2. Bornyn
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    This album is incredible! Every track is perfect in its own way. Gaga explores genres of music through the prism of electronic music. Especially delightful songs GUY, Gipsy, Do Waht U Want and Fashion! Not surprisingly, the critics did not particularly encourage the album. Like any work of art, his genius is manifest in the future.
  3. luisatut
    Nov 13, 2013
    10
    ARTPOP is a great pop record that cements Lady Gaga's status as the most interesting artist out there today. With dance, dubstep, R&B and hip-hop influences, it crossed over many genres and focus on her powerhouse vocals. Critics need to stop focusing on her antics and past releases, and focus on the music ARTPOP delivered. Say what you want about Gaga, but she's made every other artistARTPOP is a great pop record that cements Lady Gaga's status as the most interesting artist out there today. With dance, dubstep, R&B and hip-hop influences, it crossed over many genres and focus on her powerhouse vocals. Critics need to stop focusing on her antics and past releases, and focus on the music ARTPOP delivered. Say what you want about Gaga, but she's made every other artist step up their game. Well done!… Expand
  4. NonConformist
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    I'm giving this album a perfect 10. Not because I'm a huge fan but because this album renders me so euphoric and ecstatic when I blast it on my surround sound speakers. It took two and a half years for Gaga to produce a follow up to Born This Way. She took her time, but made sure that every single detail was accounted for. Over 100 songs were written for this album and she managed toI'm giving this album a perfect 10. Not because I'm a huge fan but because this album renders me so euphoric and ecstatic when I blast it on my surround sound speakers. It took two and a half years for Gaga to produce a follow up to Born This Way. She took her time, but made sure that every single detail was accounted for. Over 100 songs were written for this album and she managed to narrow it down to 15. She also mentioned that ARTPOP would be a lyrical departure from Born This Way in the sense that it wouldn't be a mature, but carefree rather. Every song tells its own story and is burning with passion. THESE SONGS WILL MAKE YOU WANT TO DANCE. THEY WILL MAKE YOU WANT TO SING ALONG. THEY ARE ALL INCREDIBLE IN THEIR OWN WAY. ARTPOP is one of those few albums that you wound up playing 3 times completely without stopping. If you have the luxury of professional headphones, you will also notice that the song sounds completely different with them (in a good way of course).

    What really shocks me about the reviews that this album has gotten is the fact that critics say that she lacks creativity, the sounds are dull and that her lyrics are pure There is no other album where an artist will use the roman pantheon as a metaphor for sex as in "Venus" or fuse dubstep with trap and screamo to discuss the negative influences of superior authorities as in "Swine". There is much that is fresh with this album and she is not trying hard just to be different and "avant garde". She is simply making great music that should be greatly appreciated. In addition, she actually writes her own lyrics, something that is a rarity nowadays. The song "Gypsy" is my favorite off the album and just listening to it makes you want to cry for how beautiful it is.

    In the end, ARTPOP dethrones every album that has been released this year. You should definitely listen to this musical ecstasy.    … Expand
  5. DrewPa
    Nov 14, 2013
    10
    "In order to be irreplaceable one must always be different." Coco Chanel said. Lady GaGa is different in many ways:

    - She takes inspiration from a lot of artists from the past (Bowie, Madonna, Grace Jones, Debbie Harry) for trying to create something new and different (One could say she is the Quentin Tarantino of Pop) - She surely is different from the 90% of the Pop Stars that are or    "In order to be irreplaceable one must always be different." Coco Chanel said. Lady GaGa is different in many ways:

    - She takes inspiration from a lot of artists from the past (Bowie, Madonna, Grace Jones, Debbie Harry) for trying to create something new and different (One could say she is the Quentin Tarantino of Pop)
    - She surely is different from the 90% of the Pop Stars that are or were popular since Madonna created the "Pop Diva" public figure as we know it, mainly because she is one of the few (the only one?) that is a trained musician, and a good singer.
    - Her two latest albums shows a effort to give something coherent and different to the public, not just to do an album with different styles and genres in order to please everyone. It's like Gaga says "I am the artist, I do the music I like as best as I can in hope you may like it, I do not do as you want just because YOU want it". That should be the difference between an artist and a Pop Star.

    I enjoyed this album very much, a little less than Born This Way, but I reckon it's a very good album anyway.

    I did not want to give it a 10/10 because I think it's a ridiculous score as perfection does not exist, but in consideration that there are a lot of people so full of hate to disrespect a work of an artist just because they do not like the artist herself (or, worse, because they love some other artist, which is childish at its worst), rating it with a even more ridiculous 0/10 (I mean... REALLY?), I put a 10/10 in it, sure that a lot of intelligent people (and music lovers) could make their own opinion.    … Expand
  6. Heartsoulx
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    While most mainstream musicians care deeply about both the details of their music and the way that music is presented to the world, Lady Gaga is the hardest-working artist in pop music because she makes absolute certain that every inch of her craft evolves and innovates. Her first major hit, "Just Dance," is a cleverly constructed account of being deliriously drunk but stringing together aWhile most mainstream musicians care deeply about both the details of their music and the way that music is presented to the world, Lady Gaga is the hardest-working artist in pop music because she makes absolute certain that every inch of her craft evolves and innovates. Her first major hit, "Just Dance," is a cleverly constructed account of being deliriously drunk but stringing together a solid evening; because it posed as an enduring electro-pop jam, that cleverness was bestowed to a huge audience. Since then, Gaga has done everything in her power to turn pop music into a grounds for discovery that goes beyond face value, from bold fashion selections to sprawling live set-ups to artiste collaborations to cultural engagements that go well beyond the transition of a verse into a chorus. When Gaga wanted to herald a social movement, she focused the first single on her pivotal "Born This Way" on LGBTQ rights; when she wanted to clue the unaware in on the magic of Jeff Koons, she hired the world-class artist to create a nude replica of her "Fame" persona for her latest album cover. Sure, there are times when the simple pleasure of a verse and a chorus is enough to satisfy, but Gaga has always demanded more and when she has found success, she has upheld achievements that no other pop artist has sniffed.

    "ARTPOP," the follow-up to "Born This Way," naturally abides by this far-reaching ambition and looks to re-think the "pop album" as an entity, even more than Lady Gaga's last album did. It's not surprising that "ARTPOP" will be packaged with an interactive app that blends music, art, fashion and technology together, since that is precisely what "ARTPOP" the album tries to actualize; Gaga is grasping more cultural trinkets than ever before, and wants to synthesize them into one mind-blowing, 15-song statement. When Gaga balances these skyward designs with dynamic songwriting when she successfully mixes the 'art' with the 'pop,' if you will the results are often euphoric. "Dope" and "Gypsy" are compelling accounts of personal hell and heaven on the back half of the album, and when the midway run of the seductive "Sex Dreams," boisterous "Jewels n' Drugs," effervescent "MANiCURE" and slithering "Do What U Want" takes hold, it's a long-player experience unlike anything a pop fan will hear this year. Of course, some of the more convoluted tracks sputter out before Gaga can carry her vision through, but even the weakest moments on "ARTPOP" are so carefully built and ardently imagined that one cannot help but admire the effort.

    Coherently channeling R&B, techno, disco and rock music as a pop artist while discussing sex, drugs, lust, God, fame and creativity, Lady Gaga has offered fans her most sonically and lyrically diverse album to date. "ARTPOP" is imperfect, but so is its creator. It is a complicated album that should be applauded (pun intended) for inspiring interpretation, as well as telling fans that it's also okay to just dance.    … Expand
  7. gordee101
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    The best pop album I have heard all year. It's loud, bold, risky and for me it totally pays off. In fact, it's one of the few albums that I can listen to from start to finish without skipping a single song. I can't wait to see what she does next!
  8. LadyGaga
    Nov 12, 2013
    10
    I think Artpop is the best album this year，she expresses her emotion through the sincere lyrics and dramatically voice.She is the ARTPOP ARTIST of The Times.
  9. AgustinS
    Nov 16, 2013
    10
    Definitely my favorite Gaga album (used to be The Fame Monster), sounds more focused, more adventurous and has a much more interesting concept than Born This Way. Judging by the critics' and fans' reviews, this will definitely be one of Gaga's most underrated albums, which is too bad since it's incredible.
  10. Nyel
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    This record is amazing. I can't stand the mixed or negative reviews this album gets when compared to the artistical "crap" that was released by Katy Perry, Miley Cyrus or anybody else. The entire album is written, (co-)produced and "done" by the artist not by a dozen of different songwriters or producers per track.

    ARTPOP is a truely epic pop release this year, far beyond every other    This record is amazing. I can't stand the mixed or negative reviews this album gets when compared to the artistical "crap" that was released by Katy Perry, Miley Cyrus or anybody else. The entire album is written, (co-)produced and "done" by the artist not by a dozen of different songwriters or producers per track.

    ARTPOP is a truely epic pop release this year, far beyond every other release by a "high class artist".    … Expand
  11. eldar-ya
    Nov 13, 2013
    10
    Best sound ever!
    We have been waiting this album so long and it didn't disappointed us. Great job, Lady Gaga!
    Best songs Gypsy, aura, donatella and venus
  12. lawdejesus
    Nov 23, 2013
    10
    An amazing and solid pop album. Although there are tracks that I find cringe-worthy, ARTPOP is definitely one of the albums that I can listen to without skipping any tracks. As a fan of Gaga and pop music in general, I can say that she has topped her previous works with this record.

    The album may be Gaga's least acclaimed album today but I can see this being praised by many in the near    An amazing and solid pop album. Although there are tracks that I find cringe-worthy, ARTPOP is definitely one of the albums that I can listen to without skipping any tracks. As a fan of Gaga and pop music in general, I can say that she has topped her previous works with this record.

    The album may be Gaga's least acclaimed album today but I can see this being praised by many in the near future provided she and her team can showcase the 'art'. Many people, including but not limited to haters and critics, find the album pretentious because Gaga combined "art" and "pop" without providing 'explicit' evidences of the former. Here's to hoping she can exhibit art by giving her audience visually-stunning and artistic performances this era.    … Expand
  13. WilleoSoeurs
    Nov 28, 2013
    10
    This is an album for her fans. After the injury and publicity hatred on Born This Way, Lady Gaga is back with more club banging, melodious and catchy album.

    It is by far my most favorite album with The Fame Monster the second. I never expect ARTPOP to turn out this way everything the fans ever wanted. I was still expecting it to sound similar to Born This Way but hell yeah it did not!    This is an album for her fans. After the injury and publicity hatred on Born This Way, Lady Gaga is back with more club banging, melodious and catchy album.

    It is by far my most favorite album with The Fame Monster the second. I never expect ARTPOP to turn out this way everything the fans ever wanted. I was still expecting it to sound similar to Born This Way but hell yeah it did not! Now we all should understand why ARTPOP took so long!

    - Willeo Soeurs     … Expand
  14. VanessaShark
    Nov 15, 2013
    10
    For the past year, Gaga has been toting this album has being her peak artistic vision, claiming that she is making living art. At worst, she's been written off as being pretentious, but while listening to the album as a full story, I completely get it.

    The album takes us on a ride that begins with Gaga "killing" her former self and takes us through her psyche, her vulnerability and the    For the past year, Gaga has been toting this album has being her peak artistic vision, claiming that she is making living art. At worst, she's been written off as being pretentious, but while listening to the album as a full story, I completely get it.

    The album takes us on a ride that begins with Gaga "killing" her former self and takes us through her psyche, her vulnerability and the darkness that lives inside her. By the end, she asks us for our "Applause," for sharing her proprietary information. It's an album that is filled with anxiety, hope, despair, sex, desire, fury and above all, love.

    I've made it no secret that I'm a huge fan of Gaga's work, but I'd like to think I can be critical of her work when necessary. So when I say that there's only one or two "weak" tracks out of the 15 official tracks on the album, I say that with the most critical of minds.

    "Aura" leaked ahead of the official release of "Applause" and I was enamored with the mildly southern-fried dance track that taunts the listener with her sarcasm. The final version is equally as impressive and oozes contempt for Gaga's former self, fame, celebrity and Hollywood.

    On the flip side of her leaving her former self behind, we get "Venus," a peek into what Gaga strives to be and what every woman should aspire to.The track that was produced by Gaga herself. "When I was finishing ARTPOP I decided to write one more song. And this song is about a very feminine wisdom. So I told all of my producers to get their big dicks out of the room. I said this one must be produced by a vagina," she said.

    "G.U.Y." is a clear fan favorite, from all the psychotically ravenous reviews and meltdowns I witnessed on Twitter. And I'll admit, while Gaga doesn't make songs to be "hits," this song has the stench of a potential no.1 all over it. It's Gaga at her best: sexually dominating and surprisingly heartfelt.

    Let me stop here for a second to pen a small love letter to three of the men who elevated Gaga to this level of amazingness: DJ White Shadow, Zedd and Madeon. Thank you for the stellar production and work you put into this album. It truly is her best effort and I know we have you three to thank for a lot of that.

    If you didn't get hot under the collar listening to "G.U.Y." don't worry "Sexxx Dreams" will take care of that for you. Twista, T.I. and Too Short stop by on the crazy train that is 'ARTPOP' to drop a few bars on the trap-tastic "Jewels n' Drugs."

    The title track, "ARTPOP" is the midway point of the album where things get even stranger. On this track, Gaga attempts to define what the hell "artpop" actually means and comes off sounding like a lunatic, but that beat and her vocals send shivers down my spine.

    Now comes her most personal song on the album and easily my favorite of the bunch, "Swine." She expresses such rage and fury in this song laden with heavy production that hurts my ears. I'd liken it to hate sex. While we don't know exactly who Gaga is raging about in this song, I can honestly tell you that most people on this planet can relate to that anger in one way or another.

    The relentless brilliance carries on through the sarcastic and snarky "Donatella," an ode to Gaga's designer BFF, Donatella Versace and basically continues right into "Fashion!" which is one of the weaker tracks. I get what she's trying to do with the song, but it comes off as a little vapid.

    "Mary Jane Holland" is incredibly catching and reminds me of all the 80's hair bands my mother listened to while I was sitting in the car on the way to the grocery store. Describing marijuana as a female is nothing new, especially for hip-hop, but in the wide world of pop music, it's daring.

    But it's no surprise that a tribute to marijuana leads in to "Dope," the only ballad on 'ARTPOP', with just Gaga and her piano, producing a heartbreaking ode to addiction and love.

    The album wraps up with "Gypsy" and "Applause"; both are stark contrasts of each other, but I can't think of a better way of ending an album like this. She's telling exactly who she is, what she wants and how she's achieved it.

    I didn't want to do a track-by-track review of the album, but when each song is different from the last it's hard to choose which to cover. Every song is a bevy of catchy lyrics ranging from, "Don't you know my ass is famous?" to "You're just a pig inside a human body." The production is out of this world, this galaxy even and I think that was the whole point.

    'Born This Way' was Gaga's eclectic and moody album that divided her fans. 'ARTPOP' is healing those wounds and giving off a high unlike any other. If you take the album at face value, it's still a wonderful eruption of dance beats, but if you dig a little deeper you'll find you relate to Gaga more than you thought you could.    … Expand
  15. brandonharris
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    This album is a game-changer in the genre of pop. It screws you big time with its hot beats and edgy lyrics. If this isn't a controversial album, I don't know what is.
  16. gabrielg
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Now i know what happens when tec,art and music comes togheter. This is the best album of 2013 and i'm not fan, but was genius. EDM IT'S NOT OVER GUYS! This could change the world, because, her ARTPOP could mean anything.
  17. ryland
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    I even like Lady Gaga but this was awesome! I don't know that she do this type of music and i love it, love it, love it. And omg, that bit** know how sing (in Dope and Gypsy).
  18. rylanddie
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    I'M GOING TO LISTEN THIS MY WHOLE LIFE!! THIS WAS EPIC, I WILL DANCE UNTIL I DIE!!!!!! Mary Jane Holland and G.U.Y. was THAT GOOD SONG THAT EVERYONE WILL LOVE IT!
  19. Samer
    Nov 27, 2020
    10
    Yes yes yes yes again and again yes love it love it love it she is the best and she is the moment
  20. CCCTimbo
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Love it!! Don't know why it is receiving all the hate! It may not be her best album but it is still very good!! My favourite songs are G.U.Y. And sexxx dreams
  21. Ashley1998
    Dec 11, 2013
    10
    Definitely the most exciting and greatest pop albums of 2013. Pretty brilliant work, with some fantastic ideas, full of wild creativity and unique lyrics, and most of the songs are superb. Best songs include: Aura, Venus, G.U.Y, Manicure, Do What U Want, Artpop, Swine, Fashion!, Mary Jane Holland, Gypsy and Applause. One word Amazing.
  22. ItaloSimple
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love it. Very unique, she has carved her own genre... No other Cd or artist sounds remotely like her.One of the most exciting records I've heard in a long time. Thank you Gaga for sharing your art with us.… Expand
  23. LadyClaire
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    The pop album of the year. Gaga put all her criativity passion on it. Everybody should listen to it... as a big fan, i am so proud of her and how far she come! If u guys don't wanna hear the whole thing, the highlights: The top 10 hit "Applause"; 2nd single "Do What U Want" featuring R Kelly; Donatella, G.U.Y., Gypsy & Venus.
  24. skadosmen
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Epic Album, really i loved all songs!! my fav is Swine JUST AMAZING AMAZING!!!!!! its different full of electronic y new sounds!! the best of Lady Gaga!!!
  25. davidaba
    Nov 12, 2013
    10
    This album is Gold! Every music is pure art!!! From Aura to Applause, i really love Gypsy, Do What You Want, Swine and Sexxx Dreams, the lyrics from Gypsy, ARTPOP and Dope are amazing! Great album
  26. candyangelin
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    when you think about Lady Gaga´s material many things come to your mind and in one second maybe she is doing something superficial, but in another one you see her thing as a statement of a proud and independent woman who knows how to drive the life in front of thousand and thousands of people and that´s why artpop is so fantastic, cuz she knows what she´s doing, put pop and art together iswhen you think about Lady Gaga´s material many things come to your mind and in one second maybe she is doing something superficial, but in another one you see her thing as a statement of a proud and independent woman who knows how to drive the life in front of thousand and thousands of people and that´s why artpop is so fantastic, cuz she knows what she´s doing, put pop and art together is one of the most smart ideas to achieve a good class in pop world, with good lyrics, good tracks she shows minute by minute that she came to rule this world, this industry and that we will never forget her. good job girl.… Expand
  27. AndyMeedeiros
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    samba
  28. christhemusic
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    This record is amazing. I can't stand the mixed or negative reviews this album gets when compared to the artistical "crap" that was released by Katy Perry, Miley Cyrus or anybody else. The entire album is written, (co-)produced and "done" by the artist not by a dozen of different songwriters or producers per track.
  29. Gabarros
    Nov 13, 2013
    10
    Depois de muito tempo aguardando por esse CD, a expectativa era imensa, e com isso já esperava que algumas coisas poderiam decepcionar no album o que acabaria acontecendo se ele fosse de uma artista diferente de Lady Gaga, ao ouvir o trabalho final de encher os olhos que ainda existam artistas pop que realmente se preocupem em ser artistas pop e que façam trabalhos que vão além de 4-5Depois de muito tempo aguardando por esse CD, a expectativa era imensa, e com isso já esperava que algumas coisas poderiam decepcionar no album o que acabaria acontecendo se ele fosse de uma artista diferente de Lady Gaga, ao ouvir o trabalho final de encher os olhos que ainda existam artistas pop que realmente se preocupem em ser artistas pop e que façam trabalhos que vão além de 4-5 faixas com potencial de single e outra meia dúzia de fillers, tratam discos como se fossem pretextos pra lançar novos singles e nem ao menos tentam fazer um trabalho completo. Em ARTPOP somos levados por vários caminhos que Gaga já trilhou e muito bem por sinal, apesar de algumas novidades como colaborações com artistas de rap e o rei do R&B R. Kelly. Porém, mesmo não representando uma enorme inovação em sua carreira como o sucessor "Born This Way' o disco ainda consegue ser diferente em meio aos 3 albuns de inéditas lançados pela artista. ARTPOP divertido, dançante, agradável e tem tudo pra fazer com que Lady Gaga volte ao topo das paradas de sucesso de onde nunca deveria ter saído.… Expand
  30. LsSiel
    Oct 23, 2014
    10
    This album is excellent. With intelligent lyrics (double meanings are obvious!) And crazy (like Donatella.) An exceptional album. I think everyone it's just expectig too much just because she is great.
  31. Imgypsy
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    BEST ALBUM Of THE YEAR GREAT SONGS GREAT VOCALS GREATE EVERYTNING KATY IS FLOOP GAGA IS GOD THIS ABLUM LIVES FOR THE APPAUSE APpLAUSE APPLAUSE MY BEST SONG IS DONATELLA
  32. DavidMiCuPe
    Dec 4, 2013
    10
    AMAZING, PERFECT, DANCE, ART, POP, TECH! One of Lady Gaga best work and one of the best albums ever. All songs are gold :D Stop the drama and start this music!!
  33. miguelsanhueza
    Nov 14, 2013
    10
    Este álbum es uno de los mejores que ha salido este año, no quiero catalogarlo de perfecto, pero es el mejor cd del año, esta lleno de alegria, y fiesta que te va a hacer bailar sin que pares, no te da respiro, a esos criticos de mierda les digo que suck my dick!!! critics you are pure lavense los oidos conchetumares! sdjhuadsfkjdsf hijos de puta!
  34. SamukGomes
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Lady Gaga never disappoints when we're talking about albums. The Fame Monster and Born This Way were obscure and amazing. ARTPOP is a dance record, but there's still a soul of magic, that makes we feel crazy and cry at the same time.
    Great job, Gaga.

    Highlights: Gypsy & Sexxx Dreams.
  35. thekunstisme
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Many reviews tend to judge Lady Gaga according to her past they have this expectation that she's supposed to release conventional pop music as she did with her first two albums. ARTPOP however, according to Gaga, is an attempt to step out of the box that the pop music genre forces you into. I am here to tell you that this album is the most daring album yet by Lady Gaga and achieves thatMany reviews tend to judge Lady Gaga according to her past they have this expectation that she's supposed to release conventional pop music as she did with her first two albums. ARTPOP however, according to Gaga, is an attempt to step out of the box that the pop music genre forces you into. I am here to tell you that this album is the most daring album yet by Lady Gaga and achieves that very thing she has set out to do which is step out of that conventional pop genre box!

    The album starts off with Aura just the first 20 seconds will assure you that there's absolutely no song in the history of pop music that has dared to go where this song has gone! You have Gaga laughing along to some kind of guitar chromatic scale which screams insanity but it is exciting and sure to displace you to an Art Rave dance floor in Egypt while sexy Burqa clad ladies dance along to the beat!

    Other notable mentions in this album include the title track, Artpop, which feels like it starts off underwater and gradually progresses to take you to the stars. This has become a song that Gaga's fans listen to in the dark and with their eyes shut it is simply beautiful! Think tender soothing beats that makes you want to shift from an external presence to a deep internal presence.

    Swine is the epitome of Electronic Dance Music (EDM) as pop! While many typical pop fans might not get it, or even understand this type of music, the usual raver, or EDM lover will simply love it! It is exciting and definitely one of the best EDM tracks ARTPOP has to offer that will definitely rock the dance floor! Catchy insane lyrics include "I know, I know, I know you want me You're just a pig inside a human body".

    Dope, a song about addiction and love, is beautifully written and produced by legendary Rick Rubin. The song has undoubtedly become one of Gaga's best ballads to date up there with Speechless and You and I. This song describes a need for someone, a true love, even more than your strongest addiction i.e. dope. This song is definitely amongst the top three tracks on this album. Haunting, raw and imperfect!

    Whatever said and done, Gaga will always be the subject of criticism. Everyone wants her to be what they think she should be but ARTPOP shows us yet again, you can never truly define her. The critics, the charts, the Pop genre, all of these things as culture, cannot cue her. She cues culture!

    I give this album a 10/10, or a 0/10, or an undefined number 10. This album cannot be judged as a Pop album. It simply cannot! It is multi-genre and simply more than just a music album. I give it a 10/10 for courage and what it is doing for pop music!    … Expand
  36. ocaaaio
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    A blend of art and pop, full of haters here putting notes 0, I believe that even with a low note, the album is still quality.

    A blend of art and pop, full of haters here putting notes 0, I believe that even with a low note, the album is still quality.

    A blend of art and pop, full of haters here putting notes 0, I believe that even with a low note, the album is still quality.
  37. chad0wick8
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    This is what Lady Gaga is all about. ARTPOP is the perfect balance of ART and POP and she's better than ever! There are NO bad songs. ARTPOP is Gaga's best offering yet! Perfection!

    MUST DOWNLOAD: G.U.Y., Sexxx Dreams, MANiCURE, Do What U Want, ARTPOP, Donatella, Gypsy
  38. BurteaIonut95
    Nov 12, 2013
    10
    This is Gaga's best album :D i love every song of it but my favorites are ARTPOP, Sexxx Dreams, Venus, Gypsy, G.U.Y. MJH, Donatella, Dope, Do What You Want, Swine
  39. CaliLilMonster
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    After 2 years Lady Gaga is back and better than ever! This album includes hints of all kinds of different genres but it all adds up to a perfect combination of ART and POP! Some songs you can dance forever to (Venus and Aura), some are some nice slower songs (Dope), and then there's songs that just get you all fired up (G.U.Y and Sexxx Dreams)! Zedd's touch to songs like Aura and SexxxAfter 2 years Lady Gaga is back and better than ever! This album includes hints of all kinds of different genres but it all adds up to a perfect combination of ART and POP! Some songs you can dance forever to (Venus and Aura), some are some nice slower songs (Dope), and then there's songs that just get you all fired up (G.U.Y and Sexxx Dreams)! Zedd's touch to songs like Aura and Sexxx Dreams is just perfect! And as always DJ White Shadow adds his perfection on songs like Gypsy and ARTPOP. In general the album is well rounded with a little of everything that creates an album worth putting on repeat for hours. This is a definite buy for your music collection!
    My most favorite songs: G.U.Y, Sexxx Dreams, Swine, Donatella, Venus, Aura, Do What U Want, MANiCURE, and the rest of the album! :D    … Expand
  40. Tikna
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    "ARTPOP" is the biggest album we had this year!! It is complete pop music album released in a very long time! IT SCREAMS ICONIC! Obviously, It's Gaga's best album in her 5-year long career! The album is a masterpiece and I am here to tell you how!

    Starting with the first track of the album i.e. "Aura"...This song is one of the most iconic EDM songs ever! The reason of it being an    "ARTPOP" is the biggest album we had this year!! It is complete pop music album released in a very long time! IT SCREAMS ICONIC! Obviously, It's Gaga's best album in her 5-year long career! The album is a masterpiece and I am here to tell you how!

    Starting with the first track of the album i.e. "Aura"...This song is one of the most iconic EDM songs ever! The reason of it being an iconic EDM track is that it's the most unique EDM track I've ever heard! Lyrically, yes a bit controversial, but the lyrics are fine! Vocally, it's one of Gaga's best Zedd has done an amazing work on the production!

    From "Aura"..The album moves to one of the weakest moments in the album. The second song on the tracklist "Venus" which was earlier rumoured to be Gaga's second single from the album. The best thing in the song is it's production and the amazing thing is that Gaga produced the track herself. Though, I loved the production only. Lyrically Vocally, it's not as good as other tracks on the album. But still it's filler at it's best!

    Moving towards the 3rd track on the playlist.."G.U.Y." The opening intro to the song alone suggests us that it's the best track on the album! The song is one of the highlights of the album one of Gaga's best so far! The verses are amazing, pre-chorus is amazing and the chorus is superb! Lyrically, the song is great..you would love to sing it! Vocally, also, it's great! Good production too!

    After "G.U.Y."...album takes us to the best track on the record!..Sexxx Dreams.... Even the best track out of Gaga's discography! The reason it's the best is the song's lyrics..it's production..Gaga's vocals. With all it's Janet-esque, the song becomes a legendary masterpiece! A few day earlier..I was really depressed that where the pop music has lost. Even "Born this way" failed to do so. the only complete pop song in the album is "The Edge Of Glory". But Sexxx Dreams tells us that Lady Gaga is the best popstar alive we have today! The music is different..and that's what makes it ICONIC...totally!

    Then "Jewel N' Drugs" where Gaga makes her debut effort in hiphop! The song is good but not that good as compared to the rest of the album

    The next on the tracklist is MANiCURE...A bit of pop A bit of rock Gaga's rockstar vocals A ROCKING ROCK SONG! The song has good production good lyrics but the best thing in the song is Gaga's vocals!! Good Song!

    "Do What U Want", the 7th track on the album! Among the top 4 tracks on the albumVocally, It's Gaga's best song! Lyrically, it's great! and production is fine!! It reminds me of MJ!!! Thank God! It's the second single and "Venus" is not!

    The album leads us to the title track of the album!! "ARTPOP" It's thrilling and pulsating! A good title track for the album.

    "Swine" a crazy pop song with great synths Gaga's killing vocals! Gaga has done a good job on the track vocally!! GOOD!

    "Donnatella" is amazing too, Vocally and Lyrically! Production could have been a little more good! Otherwise..it's good and can be treated as a single!

    "Fashion!" This also one of the weakest on the album..but it's still good! this is the only will.i.am production I like! It's different from others! Lyrics are good! Will.I.Am's vocals in the song are also good!!

    "Mary Jane Holland"..One of the highlights on the album with it's crazy production and tasty Gaga vocals! Bridge is also good! Chorus is catchy!

    "Gypsy"..This song is among the top 4 on the album! It's Gaga's best ballad in my opinion! Gaga has shown her lyrical geniusness on the song!! Catchy!!! Should be treated as a single with a memorable video!!

    "Applause" The last track on the album which was released as album's lead single!! Good Song!! But still comes in the bottom 5 on the album...Though it's really good pop song with a catchy chorus!!

    Top 5 Sexxx Dreams, Gypsy, Do What U Want, G.U.Y., Aura/ARTPOP
    Bottom 5 Jewel N' Drugs, Fashion!, Venus, Applause..and sorry Dope too but it's one of Gaga's best piono ballad!!

    Crazy Album! It sets an example for other pop singers who are creating that same old Lady Gaga may or may not be redefining Pop music with this album but she's definitely setting an example before other popstars!!    … Expand
  41. BRUCESO
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    This album gives me a BRAND NEW,FRESH experience about ART and POP! I'm not dare to say a breakthrough in POP music but it is certainly something fresh and an absolutely great experience in listening to this album... Suggested that the lyrics of ARTPOP(song) is amazing and the other songs' lyrics are also inspiring!!! I just dance with the tracks!!!!!
  42. GahGah
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Basically best pop album this year, I mean really compared to other pop records this is out of the world. Yes TFM is still better but compared to PRISM for example this one is far superior
  43. leahmason
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Absolutely in love with this album! It's so much more fun and creative than many pop musicians are putting out this year and the album as a whole is a perfect adventure of emotion. Also love Gaga's genius song writing and use of word play with the songs (G.U.Y for example!) and the chorus's of the majority of the songs are just perfection! Gypsy is also easily the most incredible song onAbsolutely in love with this album! It's so much more fun and creative than many pop musicians are putting out this year and the album as a whole is a perfect adventure of emotion. Also love Gaga's genius song writing and use of word play with the songs (G.U.Y for example!) and the chorus's of the majority of the songs are just perfection! Gypsy is also easily the most incredible song on the album, and easily one of my favourites of all time. Such an amazing album Gaga, welcome back!! … Expand
  44. trymcnl
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Her best work to date. Gaga effectively spans several genres here (save for the incoherent Jewels and Drugs). The album may not be revolutionary, but as a pop album, it's solid and very entertaining.
  45. luis17
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    I love this album gaga it's amazing I can't wait to much! for this you are the new Queen of POP I know you were since the begin on you career cause. We were Born This Way
  46. matiignacio
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Simple, directo, buenas letras, excelentes ritmos y sobretodo una capacidad para reinventarse sorprendente y no verse influenciada por sus anteriores trabajos.
    "Do What U Want", "Gypsy", "ARTPOP", "G.U.Y", "MANiCURE" grandiosamente buenas.
    Lady Gaga no decepciona en lo absoluto.
  47. maximusgr
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    An amazing album from an amazingly talented artist.

    Lady Gaga proves once again that she is one of the biggest players in the world of pop music. Excellent work.
  48. Muh_MS
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Great Album, Probably Her Best, I can't Believe That Some People Would Give it a score Below 7.
    Keep on the Great work GaGa.
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  49. Wollenberg
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Love her or hate her, Gaga will make you talk about her no matter what. The reviews in here show this very clearly. The amounts of "0-votes" she is getting has nothing to do with the music on the album (no matter how much you don't like this, it's good pop music and you really can't find a good reason to give it below a 5) but with personal dislike for her. I don't consider Prism to be aLove her or hate her, Gaga will make you talk about her no matter what. The reviews in here show this very clearly. The amounts of "0-votes" she is getting has nothing to do with the music on the album (no matter how much you don't like this, it's good pop music and you really can't find a good reason to give it below a 5) but with personal dislike for her. I don't consider Prism to be a great album (not because of bad songs, but just because it's plain old boring), but I'd give it at least a 6 (maybe even a 7), because even though I find it boring it is not bad music.

    The album is good, though there are (of course) a few let downs ("Jewels 'n Drugs" just doesn't hit with the average pop listener) and "Fashion!" is also quite forgettable.

    "Aura" lacks the violence of the leaked demo, but still serves as a nice opener for the album.
    "Venus" has the best pop chorus she has ever written. That is my opinion about that, I don't get the hate. Listen to the harmonies from 2:38 till 2:43 and tell me those are not beautiful and the bridge ist just fun and outrageous (and gets even more amazing if you picture the characters from Sailor Moon while you listen to it).
    "Donatella" is endlessly fun to listen to, as is "G.U.Y." (especially the bridge hits hard here) and "MANiCURE".
    "Swine" doesn't quite have the appeal of the live version, though the instrumental has more little interesting tweaks.
    "Do What You Want" is a good R'n'B song, not much more to say about that.
    I get the change of "I wanna be with you" to "Dope" and I personally find the latter deeper and more personal. It's a raw song that describes the struggle with drugs. I also don't believe that it is a coincidence that it is placed right after "Mary Jane Holland", making those two a dualist statement about drugs (fun vs. seriousness).
    The real end of the album comes with the best song on it, "Gypsy" (I still consider Venus to be the best song musically, but "Gypsy" wins on the "feels"-factor). It has a certain "Edge of Glory" feel to it though it does stand out on its own.
    "Applause" is a great way to close the album, not only because it is a familiar end, it's the song we've known the longest, but also because it just really feels like an encore. Gypsy ends the main thing, Applause is the encore we give our last bit of energy to.

    Fun small details are also that ARTPOP is named in the first song, in the title track in the middle of the album and then in the end of Applause as a final finishing statement.

    All in all it is a solid album (better than The Fame and Born This Way for sure) with some great hooks, fun and ridiculous lyrics and also a lot of meaning.

    I'd give it a 8 or 9 out of 10, but because I feel I need to to pull it a little up from the haters in here (yes, giving an album 0 out of 10 stars is hating) I will give it a 10.    … Expand
  50. Lolums
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    It seems Gaga has gathered up a lot of haters and they seem to be giving a 0 based on their critique of her rather than the album, its a shame but i guess this is the price paid for being the biggest pop star on the planet. This is album is amazing, the way she has combined different genres and combined different sounds within one concept really shows effort on her part. ParticularlyIt seems Gaga has gathered up a lot of haters and they seem to be giving a 0 based on their critique of her rather than the album, its a shame but i guess this is the price paid for being the biggest pop star on the planet. This is album is amazing, the way she has combined different genres and combined different sounds within one concept really shows effort on her part. Particularly enjoyed Gypsy which way be one of her best songs to date.… Expand
  51. medwahbee
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Haters please forget Gaga, why you keep on stalking her and commenting in very page she figures, why why why !!if you don't like her then stop following her, it's your oppinion we all respect ok..no one will force you like her but at least be respectful, polite reasonable and conscious...
    i hope god will punish yo for your lack of honesty, ok you you don't like the album... but puting    Haters please forget Gaga, why you keep on stalking her and commenting in very page she figures, why why why !!if you don't like her then stop following her, it's your oppinion we all respect ok..no one will force you like her but at least be respectful, polite reasonable and conscious...
    i hope god will punish yo for your lack of honesty, ok you you don't like the album... but puting 0/10 is so not true..
    also 10/10 from me is exagerated, but i have to do that to equalise the balance.. are you getting paid to spend 24/24 hours on every site where her name figures to say sh*t about her??
    you honestly are not normal people you all suffer from a mental disorder that's obvious, hating an aritst is fine but a normal equlibred person will NEVER spend the day commenting and rating 0/10 saying false things, a normal person will not post an article to encourage people not to buy album but to download it illegally just pretexting to put her down, your dream will never be true dears, you're just some dirty parasites i hope you wake up one day ...
    and P.S he album is good except 2 or 3 songs, i play it entierly, and i really think it contains better music than other pop albums this year i would gibe it 8.5/10     … Expand
  52. guttofurst
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    The abum of the year, for sure. Gaga sounds amazing in it and every song is so creative, Isn't a mainstream album, definitely. She is innovating the pop music.
  53. DavidStalkr
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Amazing album, Gaga you never fail to entertain me, always the best. I love her and I love her music. Gaga will make you talk, whether you love or hate her. She's one of the most powerful musicians of our times. Respect for an amazing artist.
  54. xvyperx
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    This record is amazing. I can't stand the mixed or negative reviews this album gets when compared to the artistical. some songs you can dance forever to (Venus and Aura), some are some nice slower songs (Dope), and then there's songs that just get you all fired up (G.U.Y and Sexxx Dreams)! Zedd's touch to songs like Aura
  55. kevinb92
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Gaga's ARTPOP is the best album of the year.
    Gaga try new things with ARTPOP and she gives us the best album of the year Perry sucks with PRISM It was a disapointement
  56. BUYARTPOPP
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. BUY THIS RECORD. IS AMAZING. HER BEST ALBUM YET. AMAZING SONGS IN THIS ALBUM, REALLY MY FAV ARE: AURA, SEX DREAMS, GYPSY, DONATELLA AND DOPE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    HER BEST ALBUM. BUY BUY     … Expand
  57. Elm0u
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Fun, over the top, humoristic, quirky, dazzling... Easily this year's best pop album. My favorites: Mary Jane Holland, Do What U Want, G.U.Y and ARTPOP.
  58. welcometoB
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    It is an amazing album, with a lot of references (Kylie Minogue, Madonna, Debbie Harry, Nirvana, Britney...) like pop art itself did, but the best thing its that you can put it on the dancefloor an marry the night! Like old times Gaga.
  59. jewelsanddrugs
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    I don't know how can people rate 0/10. ARTPOP is the best album of 2013. Her vocals and lyrics are amazing. GAGA IS ON THE RIGHT TRACK. SUCH A GOOD ARTIST AND GOOD ALBUM
  60. doctormichaelco
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Now, that's what pop music is all about! We heard the new side of Gaga yet her distinct music style is still there. Negative reviews probably came from either haters or people with bad taste of music.
  61. miguelkrebs
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    I particularly love this album and the order the songs are placed on it. Opens the show with "Aura" and we fly to space on "Venus" passing from "the goddess of love" thru "Himeros" on "G.U.Y" that marks the opening of the "sexual parade" that bring us "Sexxx Dreams", "Jewels & Drugs", "Manicure" and "Do What u Want". Then when have the midpoint of this art deployment "Artpop" a quite butI particularly love this album and the order the songs are placed on it. Opens the show with "Aura" and we fly to space on "Venus" passing from "the goddess of love" thru "Himeros" on "G.U.Y" that marks the opening of the "sexual parade" that bring us "Sexxx Dreams", "Jewels & Drugs", "Manicure" and "Do What u Want". Then when have the midpoint of this art deployment "Artpop" a quite but attractive song which tells us that this "artpop could be anything". Just after this one comes "Swine"and psychedelic catchy tune which let us vent our anger in order to enjoy the glam and stylish songs coming up "Donatella" and "Fashion" (one of my favorites due the retro-dance sounds), songs that marks the prelude of the climax of the ARTPOP story. "Mary Jane Holland" comes to tells us Gaga's guilty pleasure and to opens the way for a soft and lovely ballad with amazing vocals and incredible meaning: no matter how much she loves the Mary Jane Holland, she needs her fans mode that "Dope". After this comes the "closing act" which continues the description of the singer but now telling us she is a "Gypsy" that lives for our "Applause".

    I suggest everyone to stop the hate, forget for a while all the polemics and critics around the creator of this piece, Lady Gaga, and simply listen to her album with no prejudgement. You will see its quite a good job and that independently you may have a disagree with the singer personality, she does make good music    … Expand
  62. feliperodx
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    ARTPOP show you how basic and superficial is pop music on esteroids, but it makes a artpiece of it. it's not the best LG work but it dont fall to much like the critics say
  63. joacerbaser
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Gaga returns triumphantly with an album full of EDM dance/pop perfection! After 2011's BTW and it's empowering message it's also refreshing to see her return to making Pop music for the sake of Pop music!
  64. renataclg
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Esse álbum está sendo esperado a muito tempo, cada musica que saia era um delírio, cara pequena noticia, cada tweet sobre ele era uma loucura só, foi um lançamento grandioso, pra um projeto grandioso que não me recepcionou, eu tenho orgulho do trabalho que a Lady Gaga faz e do lindo legado que ela está deixando, ignorando todo mundo que a critica por pura inveja ou fanboyzismo. Esse álbumEsse álbum está sendo esperado a muito tempo, cada musica que saia era um delírio, cara pequena noticia, cada tweet sobre ele era uma loucura só, foi um lançamento grandioso, pra um projeto grandioso que não me recepcionou, eu tenho orgulho do trabalho que a Lady Gaga faz e do lindo legado que ela está deixando, ignorando todo mundo que a critica por pura inveja ou fanboyzismo. Esse álbum e todos os outros dela eu vou guardar muito bem pra mostrar pros meus filhos.… Expand
  65. EthanPamyu
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    This is an amazing album, with a little something for everyone. Its a mix of commercial and experimental, and she also really shows off her vocal talent on tracks like "Gypsy" and "DOPE". She explores different genres and sounds, like on Jewels & Drugs. Its just a fun album from front to back and incredibly enjoyable.
  66. DennisR
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Songs such as "Gypsy," "Donatella," "Sexxx Dreams," and of course "Venus," reminded why Gaga is the most genial Pop superstar in the world today. GaGa is incredibly talented and blows all her pop contemporaries away with the fresh new sound of "ARTPOP." In my opinion, this her most creative and unique work to date. Very Grammy-Worrhy
  67. MattheuwA
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    It's a kind of album that you don't see the tracks passing, and when you see, you're in the last song. The lyrics of this album are so controversial. When i was listening to the songs, i could feel the energy of music, her good vibrations and 'gaga's hands' literally saying. I don't know why the critic hates pop music, because when you're a critic, you've to know what is pop music and forIt's a kind of album that you don't see the tracks passing, and when you see, you're in the last song. The lyrics of this album are so controversial. When i was listening to the songs, i could feel the energy of music, her good vibrations and 'gaga's hands' literally saying. I don't know why the critic hates pop music, because when you're a critic, you've to know what is pop music and for who the pop music is made. The album sounds so good i believe that will be a success, Gaga deserve's this By this way, Gaga proves again she continues being the best star of the last years, and certainly ARTPOP is a truely epic album, and the best made by Lady Gaga.… Expand
  68. lonelyjp
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Her best album to date.
    Ahead of Artpop’s release, a lot of media coverage centered on a perceived rivalry between Gaga and Katy Perry, who both happened to be releasing their third major albums around the same time. Listening to Artpop makes that rivalry seem both silly and kind of important. Silly because the two women are entirely different: Perry’s Prism shows off a superstar choosing    Her best album to date.
    Ahead of Artpop’s release, a lot of media coverage centered on a perceived rivalry between Gaga and Katy Perry, who both happened to be releasing their third major albums around the same time. Listening to Artpop makes that rivalry seem both silly and kind of important. Silly because the two women are entirely different: Perry’s Prism shows off a superstar choosing to tone down her personality and offer a grab bag of fashionable sounds to reach the widest audience possible. Artpop sees Gaga going harder, louder, funnier—more extreme—in the hopes of selling millions. The distinction is important because a lot of people look at pop music as uniform and soulless. While Prism could have been made by anyone, Artpop is unmistakably a Gaga creation. It may not be quite as incredible as Gaga thinks it is, and its excesses will turn a lot of people away, but it's nevertheless big, dumb pop music with a person behind it—a person who unapologetically, desperately craves to be loved.    … Expand
  69. ladyimmortelle
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    This is her best Era yet and this album made me a stan. It's just simply fantastic and so much more than just random bubblegum pop-music. You can't even compare this to Katy's and Miley's work because Gaga IS actually very artistic. She likes to try new things and she dares to takes risks and I admire that. We need that in popmusic, she's different (in a very good way). She made popmusicThis is her best Era yet and this album made me a stan. It's just simply fantastic and so much more than just random bubblegum pop-music. You can't even compare this to Katy's and Miley's work because Gaga IS actually very artistic. She likes to try new things and she dares to takes risks and I admire that. We need that in popmusic, she's different (in a very good way). She made popmusic exciting again. Bravo, miss Gaga.… Expand
  70. CandyHolland_
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Rainha do pop assim mesmo, sempre se supera. Me impressiona os haters ainda se espantarem com o sucesso e puder dessa mulher. samba atrás de samba, pisada atrás de pisada. Gaga rainha do pop.… Expand
  71. schlaui
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Art & Pop, PopArt, Warhole and all these fascinating Images of her gorgeous face and body...just great ART WORK, huge factor, The GAGA phenomenon makes me just go itch before I listenend to one single note of what she composed. She is such an inspiring SOUL that I always have great and useful crazy Ideas and when I see her with Abramovic its just a FESTIVAL OF CREATIVITY! Thanks a lotArt & Pop, PopArt, Warhole and all these fascinating Images of her gorgeous face and body...just great ART WORK, huge factor, The GAGA phenomenon makes me just go itch before I listenend to one single note of what she composed. She is such an inspiring SOUL that I always have great and useful crazy Ideas and when I see her with Abramovic its just a FESTIVAL OF CREATIVITY! Thanks a lot for that Lady Gaga! The Album starts with such a great artificial guitar lick that I thought of Chemical Brothers and the intelligent growth of the idea. But then came the disillusionment. Very simple Tracks, great voice though, but change your synth sounds I mean it was great with fame monster but this one went down and had not really great ideas. You're the best Image for Creative Work that I can imagine these days but where is your progressive developement in music? It doesn't fit with the optical dreams you fulfill. I love you and your mistakes. Just "perfect".… Expand
  72. GovFameHooker
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    I think with ARTPOP Gaga proved finally that she is the Goddess of pop culture, pop art and pop music.
    But the album wouldn't be that rich in variety and extremely good without the work of big names like DJ White Shadow, Madeon or shooting star DJ Zedd.
    Behind every single song Gaga has hidden a message. So tracks which lyrics seem to be rude and dumb at first listen have more to offer    I think with ARTPOP Gaga proved finally that she is the Goddess of pop culture, pop art and pop music.
    But the album wouldn't be that rich in variety and extremely good without the work of big names like DJ White Shadow, Madeon or shooting star DJ Zedd.
    Behind every single song Gaga has hidden a message. So tracks which lyrics seem to be rude and dumb at first listen have more to offer retrospectively.

    In my opinion the best tracks are G.U.Y., Mary Jane Holland, MANiCURE and Do What You Want in this order.    … Expand
  73. 94at
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    This is one of her most unique, original and diverse albums yet. There is a mix of every single genre all packaged into one.... "ARTPOP". Her best work to date, deserves a round of "applause".
  74. BigHeart
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Lady GaGa is back with her brand new studio album 'ARTPOP'.

    The collection of tracks kicks off in style with the unique 'Aura', combining Middle Eastern melodies with some attitude-laced vocals and a chorus like no other. Controversial, perhaps, but one heck of a song. 'Venus' and 'G.U.Y.' follow unique and exciting tracks with great production value, and while they may not strike    Lady GaGa is back with her brand new studio album 'ARTPOP'.

    The collection of tracks kicks off in style with the unique 'Aura', combining Middle Eastern melodies with some attitude-laced vocals and a chorus like no other. Controversial, perhaps, but one heck of a song.

    'Venus' and 'G.U.Y.' follow unique and exciting tracks with great production value, and while they may not strike the right chords immediately, a few listens and they'll be growing on you at a rapid pace.

    One of her best songs to date 'Sexxx Dreams' comes next, and without too much of a heavy bassline or overproduction it manages to impress on a completely new level.

    Her versatility is shown on 'Jewels N' Drugs' probably not everybody's cup of tea, but the proof (if she ever needed it) that she isn't just a one trick pop pony.

    'MANiCURE' is the best of the album rock-based with pop vibes and perfect guitar solos that'd sound great in the clubs. This needs to get the single treatment from Gaga and her team it'd be such a waste to see it ignored.

    What can be said about 'Do What U Want', other than it's the perfect hit back at critics who slate her for trying her damn hardest at everything she puts her hands to? The R Kelly addition is a welcome one, and should keep the mouths shut of those who opposed his feature on the album before even hearing his verse.

    The title track is absolutely stunning, with banshee-like calls on the backing track that really add to the eerie yet laid-back feel of the tune.

    Personal track 'Swine' is another that has the ability to set the nightclub scene alight, with some fantastic EDM and distorted vocals that do well to resemble the animal itself.

    An alter-ego is used throughout 'Donatella' or so we'd hope as Gaga sings about being a "rich b**ch" on yet another fabulously produced track.

    Similarly, 'Mary Jane Holland' states "I am rich as p**s", but it doesn't take away from the greatness of the rest of the tune.

    'Fashion!' and 'Dope' are personally my choices for weakest of the album, but that isn't to say they're completely awful. Every song here has something to offer.

    'Gypsy' dazzles, exploring the notion of travelling the world and being a popstar, having to make each and every country you visit your home.

    Ending on the under-appreciated 'Applause', the album does indeed get a raucous hand from me.

    EDM-infused smashes come time and time again she's really hit the nail on the head with what she was trying to achieve.

    The album is well a work of art. It runs in perfect order, as if it were made as the soundtrack to a musical with only a few blemishes that Gaga manages to powder up and gloss over without too much effort.

    A stellar contender for the album of 2013 Gaga's got away from preaching and is working hard on getting us to 'Just Dance'. Bravo.    … Expand
  75. Joshypiner
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    The biggest Pop Blockbuster of 2013 delivers on ALL platforms on a Space Funk trip around the cosmos...and the mind! and the body...this ARTPOP means anything and means everything...Bravo Lady gaga!
  76. imna
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    As Lady gaga described it ARTPOP is the album of the "Infinite". It surely is. ARTPOP brings art and pop in a way like never before. The album is written and co-produced by lady gaga unlike many artist who has dozen of different producers in one track.The album ranges from genres to genres and as she said it is truly the album of the Infinite.Lady Gaga proves once again that she is one ofAs Lady gaga described it ARTPOP is the album of the "Infinite". It surely is. ARTPOP brings art and pop in a way like never before. The album is written and co-produced by lady gaga unlike many artist who has dozen of different producers in one track.The album ranges from genres to genres and as she said it is truly the album of the Infinite.Lady Gaga proves once again that she is one of the biggest players in the world of pop music. Excellent work.… Expand
  77. MusicLuver
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Amazing album. Very happy to have fun Gaga back. She is carefree and fearless. Very happy to see preachy religious Gaga gone. The highs of the album are Gypsy, G.U.Y. ARTPOP, Applause. Lows are Donatella, Jewels & Drugs.
  78. Ooostlittlefin
    Nov 17, 2013
    10
    Dance. sex. artpop. electronic ear candy. People are way to harsh. This music is lovely. she writes and produces her own music. What else do you need?
  79. Iwontell
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Despite all the haters, despite BTW not doing very well on the charts, despite all this stupid competition ppl created around charts, with ARTPOP Lady Gaga proves that talent and hard work overcome anything. It's not a perfect álbum, but the flaws are minimal compared to the incredible hooks and compelling beats. I'd actually give it an 8.5, but just to balance out comments made out ofDespite all the haters, despite BTW not doing very well on the charts, despite all this stupid competition ppl created around charts, with ARTPOP Lady Gaga proves that talent and hard work overcome anything. It's not a perfect álbum, but the flaws are minimal compared to the incredible hooks and compelling beats. I'd actually give it an 8.5, but just to balance out comments made out of pure hatred and prejudice, I'm giving it a 10.… Expand
  80. RobertHoaglan
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    I am not normally a Lady Gaga fan, being a fan of other pop girls such as Rihanna and Katy Perry, but Gaga's new album ARTPOP packed the biggest punch of any pop/mainstream album released this year. Songs such as G.U.Y., Do What U Want ft. R. Kelly, ARTPOP, and Gypsy are instant smashes and have amazing production, exemplifying what Gaga's album is all about-a combination of theI am not normally a Lady Gaga fan, being a fan of other pop girls such as Rihanna and Katy Perry, but Gaga's new album ARTPOP packed the biggest punch of any pop/mainstream album released this year. Songs such as G.U.Y., Do What U Want ft. R. Kelly, ARTPOP, and Gypsy are instant smashes and have amazing production, exemplifying what Gaga's album is all about-a combination of the catchiness, relatability, and overall fun of pop music without being so overt in its pop character, thus owing to the Art side, seen especially in songs like Swine, Applause, and Sexxx Dreams. The album in my opinion has no fillers per se, minus the upset that is Jewels and Drugs. I encourage you all to support an artist who has put a large amount of thought in every precise detail on this album, a quality that lacks so much in today's music. The music industry is declining, without a doubt, but it's gems like ARTPOP that make me think that music has no end and keeps moving forward. "We could belong together, ARTPOP."… Expand
  81. rickmalaguti
    Nov 12, 2013
    10
    Gaga did and incredible work with this album, it's like you see the color and the taste of the sound, it's like a candy for your mind, the album is amazing, but as always, haters gonna hate
  82. pandaking07
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Why ARTPOP is the album we need but dont deserve.
    When I first heard this album I was immediately blown away. I was worried when I heard Venus thinking "Come on Gaga, you can do better than that" even though the chorus was brilliant. Upon first listen a few tracks immediately caught my attention, G.U.Y., MANiCURE, Sexxx Dreams, Do What You Want, Aura, and Donatella. Personally, those are    Why ARTPOP is the album we need but dont deserve.
    When I first heard this album I was immediately blown away. I was worried when I heard Venus thinking "Come on Gaga, you can do better than that" even though the chorus was brilliant. Upon first listen a few tracks immediately caught my attention, G.U.Y., MANiCURE, Sexxx Dreams, Do What You Want, Aura, and Donatella. Personally, those are some of the highlights off the album and sure to be hit singles on the radio. The amount of work that was put into this album by Gaga, DJWS, Zedd and every other major collaborator is evident. Yes, the album isn't perfect, but what album is? We put Gaga on such a high pedestal and expect her to blow us away with EVERYTHING. It isn't going to happen, for her to come up with an album that has 9-10 strong tracks 3 decent songs and just a couple weak ones is an accomplishment many artists won't be able to dream of. This album brings pop forward again, she has us talking, singing and dancing. We don't deserve this album, its the best that has been released in 2013 by far. There is so much talent out there that doesn't hit it's potential, at times that is Gaga, but this album proves she is here to stay and "slay" the pop music world. Gaga revolutionized the pop industry... again.    … Expand
  83. wfjasknefuhjkm
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    This album is one of Gaga's best work to date. It deserves a much higher score than it has. It is light years better than anything her contemporaries have put out. Gaga continues pushing the boundaries of pop music with yet another album. Album highlights: Gypsy, G.U.Y, Sexxx Dreams, Do What U Want and Swine. This album is a solid 10 out of 10.
  84. robertosalmon
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Gaga knows how make different music in every album that her create. ARTPOP its simple different to others singers' music. Gaga is visionary, Gaga is from other galaxy.
  85. NavGaga
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Lady Gaga Is first a great person..She tries all genres of music..She has proven it with the difference genres of music with her Albums..She is a great writer and As someone to criticise her..I should know first she is lady gaga..Whatever she does..we should expect it to be different and yes, ARTPOP is kinda different in a very GOOD way.. I gave the album 10/10 cause it was beyond what ILady Gaga Is first a great person..She tries all genres of music..She has proven it with the difference genres of music with her Albums..She is a great writer and As someone to criticise her..I should know first she is lady gaga..Whatever she does..we should expect it to be different and yes, ARTPOP is kinda different in a very GOOD way.. I gave the album 10/10 cause it was beyond what I expect and she is here to prove that without the theatrics she is still a great performer and singer. Love Ling Gaga and have a fruitful career..ARTPOP is a good album. All the songs are Good..well worn and executed. We can see the flow of the album and it takes us to The ART and POP world … Expand
  86. mchlkirk77
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    At first, I wasn't sure, but soon caught on and love this cd it will be one of my favorite gym cd's fun, sexy, rhythmic, daring love you Miss GaGa!
  87. Johann3
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    The music is amazing. The only reason this is getting negative reviews is because everyone has decided that they do not like Lady Gaga. Katy and Miley just produce generic pop Lady Gaga is always one step ahead and original sounding. The album has a variety of emotions and so many fun songs.
  88. TatuRosalin
    Nov 12, 2013
    10
    Simply an album unlike anything I've ever heard. A mixture, a trip through the brilliant mind of this amazing artist. I rate 10 because I really loved this trip.
  89. Mema203
    Nov 12, 2013
    10
    She brought something different from all other artists today, she grasped the concept of the meaning "ARTPOP" and delivered. People are simply mad as she's different from the typical pop singer not like the basic Katy perry and
  90. Pete2489
    Nov 12, 2013
    10
    Pretty solid album, G.U.Y is an instant favorite and potential 3rd single. Gypsy, Manicure,Sexxx Dreams also stand out. Fashion may have been better to be left of the album or included on the App.

    9/10
  91. briannaperry1
    Nov 12, 2013
    10
    She delievered!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! people are just mad as she's not the typical 'pop singer' ya'll stay mad that artpop on prism. hahahahahahahahahahaha Queen GAGA!
  92. Guegu21
    Nov 12, 2013
    10
    Who wants to find this new work that track Gaga easier it will instantly dominate the dance floors will have to grieve It is there in fact they are there artpop has much more than one song with the potential to install in our "hard disk" like Pokerface Paparazzi Alejandro Born this way among others have done. But you'll have to open your ears to assimilate them as wellWho wants to find this new work that track Gaga easier it will instantly dominate the dance floors will have to grieve It is there in fact they are there artpop has much more than one song with the potential to install in our "hard disk" like Pokerface Paparazzi Alejandro Born this way among others have done. But you'll have to open your ears to assimilate them as well as each comes with so many layers of production that barely come to us already suffocated Sometimes as in GUY which I think is great potential danceable it seems that this camouflage musical is put there almost on purpose, to make people forget that Gaga has this uncanny knack of composition envied by artists caliber of Elton John But thinking a little with the head of Gaga she could not do otherwise such is the creative exuberance So many ideas sometimes she just overreacting What is not a problem for her fans who were raised on a diet of delicious excess.

    But all is not well On other tracks you realize clearly that "craft musical" Gaga and the best example of this is in Gypsy perhaps my favorite track artpop She's there, almost at the end of the disc sandwiched in Applause that closes the proceedings") Getting there for anyone planning to listen to the entire album at once as I proposed is almost an extreme sport it requires an excellent preparation But before we present Gypsy Gaga gives a straight shot to our attention it calls for a break from that hectic pace that only came increasing every song and offers a beautiful ballad perhaps the most beautiful of all that she has written Dope The lyrics are very strong I will follow looking for answers because I need you more than drugs in my translation as I said hasty the piano more, and singer drops his voice as I had only seen on stage in studio recordings it always seems to fall short of their potential due to overproduction but I digress So, once you are in a kind of state of grace Gypsy begins almost without interruption in fact seems more like a line from Dope But in a mere 40 seconds the song is already becoming something else and wait a minute who's singing it? Donna Summer ?

    " Gypsy reminds me of one of those clips from the 80s when an artist starts singing alone in a dark room and everything will gradually lighting up people are entering the crystal balls descend from the ceiling and everything becomes a huge track dance Yes Lady Gaga can And you can have fun with it Bonus there comes a chorus of powerful, and a chorus that I challenge you to resist singing along at two o'clock in the morning after no more than two beers at the club Somewhere in California, Katy Perry is wondering, as I did not think of it before ?

    But a disk to function can not depend on just a few notable tracks And so even extremely pleased with the songs I already mentioned I asked myself what else is good in artpop Certainly the participation of IT Too hort and Twista in Jewel 's N drugs' I would say that Gaga is finally learning to choose partners of hip hop as well as Nicki Minaj Or, R Kelly who was half-forgotten and back with everything in Do what U want Swine Swine is a colossal rudeness and efficient "You nasty just a pig in a human body Gaga shoots over a powerful rhythm dancing and there is more potential success on the track a chorus shouting pig never sounded so glamorous Venus is one of those catchy choruses as it reminds us that the early career of Gaga a metarreferência it's like she remembered the order that she gave back in 2008: Just dance In a curious note I recently discovered that this single" was released in the United States on the very day of my birthday five years ago would be a gift that fate had in store for me or I digress again And Sexxx dreams" though again themes well known repertoire of the artist herself has also gained my attention in part by reference to masturbation something that always amuses me in pop see the chorus of our every day today below) in part by the charm of the song is stopped, when almost three minutes and everything says Gaga in intimate tone "I do not believe I 'm telling you these things but I had a few good drinks and oh my God This is the frequency at which I like to listen to Gaga And so now I'll be a good time with this memory     … Expand
  93. oldskoolHipHop
    Nov 12, 2013
    10
    Bloody amazing album, Not sure what the bad ratings are She shows distinct diversity and versatility throughout the album, someone who doesn't pay attention to pop music, gaga pulled me in and didn't let me go tilll the end of the album! Mary Jane Holland Has the traditional Netherlands sounding, GUY, donatella, gypsy sexxx dreams, dope, aura are some of the perfect and effortlesslyBloody amazing album, Not sure what the bad ratings are She shows distinct diversity and versatility throughout the album, someone who doesn't pay attention to pop music, gaga pulled me in and didn't let me go tilll the end of the album! Mary Jane Holland Has the traditional Netherlands sounding, GUY, donatella, gypsy sexxx dreams, dope, aura are some of the perfect and effortlessly flawless tracks of there. Gaga didn't resort to make generic easy pop music as some other artists to get high sales. She stayed true to herself and delivered a MASTERPIECE.… Expand
  94. usachoppers1
    Nov 12, 2013
    10
    Love this! Gaga just showed how much of a threat she is, With the precision and consistency throughout the album, she master's ARTPOP, with a 10/10. Gaga delivered and provided versatility with the tracks and touched upon multiple discussions. Brilliant. Purchased this online and physically. Not being that much of a fan, I'm only listenin to ARTPOP till further notice!
  95. NinoJay
    Nov 12, 2013
    10
    Lady Gaga's newest album, ARTPOP, delivers a myriad of sounds that contains elements from her previous albums. Most tracks were made for the clubs and to just have a good time. This is her greatest work to date, beating the glorious The Fame (The Fame Monster)
  96. metrocan
    Nov 12, 2013
    10
    Gaga's best album to date!!! Its perfect when you hear it from start to finish, its like a story or a movie. Its theatrical. This is Gaga's first album which I have felt that the songs fit perfectly together, one song after the other exactly how the track list goes. Her vocals throughout the album are fantastic and improved from her last albums. Zedd and Madeon do a fantastic job onGaga's best album to date!!! Its perfect when you hear it from start to finish, its like a story or a movie. Its theatrical. This is Gaga's first album which I have felt that the songs fit perfectly together, one song after the other exactly how the track list goes. Her vocals throughout the album are fantastic and improved from her last albums. Zedd and Madeon do a fantastic job on producing songs on the album and DJ White Shadow and Gaga do a great job on their respected productions. As always Gaga's songwriting is outstanding and music improved and fun, although lacks maturity compared to Born This Way but it doesn't need to be for the theme. I also fell that the each song can be played individually and there is something for everyone on this album. Her vocals are outstanding in Do What U Want and the production for G.U.Y. Donatella, Mary Jane Holland, Aura and Gypsy are fantastic, Jewels and drugs has a hard beat and features T.I, a collaboration which I have waiting for years since he stated that he worked on a song with gaga called Lick It. I'm sure the haters saying bad things about the album are most likely to be pressed other artists fans. I listen to almost every artist but gaga stands out the most to me, not only because of her persona but also her music, its not the kind of music that I would get bored after one day. Did i forget to mention that gaga wrote and produced/co-produced all the songs on the album? that's what I call a real artist. It's a great album and I'm sure that you will find a song or songs that you will enjoy.… Expand
  97. EduardoMoCa
    Nov 12, 2013
    10
    There is not doubt that ARTPOP is Lady Gaga's best album. And there is not doubt that ARTPOP is the best album of the year. Electronic, dance, hip hop... and 2 amazing ballads. You can find so much variety in ARTPOP. Amazing songs as for example, Sexxx Dreams, GUY, Venus, MANiCURE, ARTPOP, Dope and Gypsy.
    So, if you love the music, and you love the art, you mast love ARTPOP
  98. Riduan
    Nov 12, 2013
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Hands down the best album of this year. Songs written by herself and nothing but a flawless finish for 2013.
    The 2 years wait is well worth it, With a mix of slow(Dope) and fast beat songs, she makes her album interesting and epic. You will not regret buying this album. Lady Gaga proves again that her music is out of this world and despite negative comments by other people, she continues giving and producing the best music for her little monsters. Simply FLAWLESS.    … Expand
  99. Royheid
    Nov 12, 2013
    10
    This album is amazing. Gaga did a really great job. Im not a fan of Gaga, but this album is awesome ARTPOP is so good. Born This Way was good, but not that good and with ARTPOP gaga did a great job. She is a artist.
  100. Guidz
    Nov 12, 2013
    10
    Honestly, this album is truly amazing. At first I didn't expect anything good from this album and thought the buzz around the artist was bigger than the album itself but I must say that this album changed my mind, I received my copy and started to listen and couldn't stop! I don't know why people would say they've "Heard" it all before because I don't know where. This is totally differentHonestly, this album is truly amazing. At first I didn't expect anything good from this album and thought the buzz around the artist was bigger than the album itself but I must say that this album changed my mind, I received my copy and started to listen and couldn't stop! I don't know why people would say they've "Heard" it all before because I don't know where. This is totally different from any pop artist's releases this year, and what I love most is that this album is not as serious as BTW, and I promise that there are at least one song that will make you dance, it's pure EDM/POP heaven!

    I agree that not all people might like it because this is a risky album but that's what makes it even more of a winner, not many artists can take risks like this and still have a solid record. The one point I deducted from the total score is that there are misses on the album, I did not like Jewels n Drugs and the changes made from ManiCure from what we heard on the iTunes festival wasn't favorable to me but the song is still catchy though and might make the 'Single' status. Not a fan of Marry Jane Holland either!

    I loved the following songs:

    Aura It's a very different type of song, something you wouldn't expect from any pop star right now, it's unique!

    Venus This song is probably my favorite and has a chorus that will give you Eargasms! Totally love it, takes me back to The Fame Monster!

    G.U.Y. also an awesome and yet very sexual song. Zedd did a pretty good job producing this song and this song might just be a single!

    Do What You Want It was a surprise to hear just how well Gaga and R. Kelly's vocals fit together as I thought it would be a miss on the album but it definitely is not a miss! 80's kind of vibe!

    Artpop This song really feels like it's putting me on a high without any substance LOL! I don't think this song would make a good single but it's a favorite on the album! It will have you swinging your arms for sure!

    Swine I would understand why people might not like this song but I just can't help but lose myself dancing with song and it's quite addictive! Can't stop, EDM galore!

    Donatella People say this song lacks when it comes to it's lyrics, fair enough, but if you listen to the song, why would you want the lyrics to mean anything? This is such a song with a great beat to it! Another job well done by Zedd for producing this song!

    DOPE This is a song for the fans and although I wouldn't call myself a "Little Monster" (LOL) I couldn't help but feel and enjoy this piano ballad! You can truly experience this song to the max with Gaga!

    Gypsy This song will most definitely grab your attention and is an upbeat song with awesome lyrics co-written by RedOne who is known for his hits, this is very radio-friendly and will most probably make it as a single, it's pure POP heaven!

    Applause Last but not least, applause! This is the lead single from the album and it's a perfect way to end the album, with APPLAUSE. I am sure everyone knows this song by now so I don't have to say much!

    Like I said, I would not call myself a Little Monster at all and thought this album was going to be a hot mess, but I was definitely wrong, Gaga just gained a new fan with this re-invention of POP, definitely going to be on repeat this summer! Worth the buy!    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 21 out of 30
  3. Negative: 0 out of 30
  1. Q Magazine
    Jan 7, 2014
    60
    The melodies here are fine, they do a job, but nothing backs up Gag's Warholian rhetoric or scales the barmy heights of Bad Romance. [Jan 2014, p.116]
  2. New Musical Express (NME)
    Nov 26, 2013
    60
    While it’s stronger than the messy ‘Born This Way’, Artpop feels little more culture-quaking than a good collection of fun, silly, well-crafted pop songs.
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  3. Fact Magazine (UK)
    Nov 22, 2013
    50
    This is two albums in a row now that were basically a bit boring, and she needs to sort it out soonish please.
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