Metascore
62

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 9
  2. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. Blender
    60
    It improves on the debut, slightly. [#10, p.114]
  2. At last, new metal has its answer to Depeche Mode's Black Celebration.
  3. Q Magazine
    40
    Their shift towards a more traditional heavy metal aesthetic seems more a natural progression than an act of desperation. [Nov 2002, p.100]
  4. Spin
    40
    Believe sounds so dry and crisp it could have been recorded on a Dell laptop. [Oct 2002, p.113]
User Score
8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 87 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 81 out of 87
  2. Negative: 2 out of 87
  1. LucifertheSeductive
    Dec 14, 2002
    10
    Thought-Provoking, Disturbed show their versatility with the more contemplative approach. Anyone whos does not look beyond the superficial Thought-Provoking, Disturbed show their versatility with the more contemplative approach. Anyone whos does not look beyond the superficial messages are intelectually challenged. Disturbed - paving the way for great things to come Full Review »
  2. Mar 22, 2015
    10
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  3. Dec 25, 2011
    10
    This album was written in memory of David Draiman's (vocals) grandfather. The entire album contains very deep lyrics and is a little lessThis album was written in memory of David Draiman's (vocals) grandfather. The entire album contains very deep lyrics and is a little less heavy than Disturbed's other albums, but fantastic nonetheless. I personally recommend "Rise," "Prayer," and "Believe" as my favorite songs off of this album. Full Review »