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  • Summary: The fifth full-length studio release from pop singer-songwriter Kesha was produced by Rick Rubin.
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
  1. The Independent (UK)
    May 18, 2023
    100
    Gag Order comes loaded with deliciously weird and compellingly urgent hooks.
  2. The Observer (UK)
    May 22, 2023
    80
    Though interludes from the late guru Ram Dass feel a little hokey, overall Gag Order is polished, powerful and affirming.
  3. The Line of Best Fit
    May 22, 2023
    80
    Never has Kesha's music felt this inspiringly rich. It has all the potential of once again making her a staple on the music scene, and this time even beyond pop.
  4. Slant Magazine
    May 18, 2023
    70
    Despite some slipshod sequencing and periodic bouts of pretension, the album manages to articulate a working thesis for Kesha’s artistry that exists independently from the apparatus of purely commercial exhibitionism.
  5. Clash Music
    May 19, 2023
    70
    Sadly, co-producer Rick Rubin’s minimalist philosophy stifles many of the tracks. ... When the album does decide to break free, however, the results are stunning.
  6. musicOMH.com
    May 18, 2023
    60
    An album which is both fascinating and hard to listen to at times. Gag Order may not go down as Kesha’s best album, but it’s certainly the album that she has to make at this present time.
  7. PopMatters
    May 22, 2023
    60
    Angry and disturbing lyrics of this caliber would signify liberation for any other female artist. But it’s never been more evident than it is on Gag Order that Kesha is not a free woman. This makes it all the more difficult to enjoy Gag Order for what it is when there’s a blaring undercurrent that’s hard to ignore.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 59 out of 64
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 64
  3. Negative: 2 out of 64
  1. akdonigan
    May 31, 2023
    10
    A masterpiece in every way. The vocals are transcending, the lyrics are raw, the production is completely new. It’s the album we needed toA masterpiece in every way. The vocals are transcending, the lyrics are raw, the production is completely new. It’s the album we needed to hear and the one they didn’t want us to listen to.… Expand
  2. Paulodrk
    May 21, 2023
    10
    Esse álbum é pura arte!!! Foi a palavra final que ela precisava antes de finalmente terminar o contrato com o Dr L*ke, é um grito de liberdadeEsse álbum é pura arte!!! Foi a palavra final que ela precisava antes de finalmente terminar o contrato com o Dr L*ke, é um grito de liberdade e nos mostra o lado mais frágil da Kesha em forma de músicas, algo que ninguém nunca esperou dela, e o melhor, tudo isso em um álbum totalmente experimental e artístico!!!… Expand
  4. Sinaaxcx
    May 19, 2023
    10
    This album New chapter for her career. She is taking the back her power but doing it with disgusting thoughts. Souls go on a spırıtual journeyThis album New chapter for her career. She is taking the back her power but doing it with disgusting thoughts. Souls go on a spırıtual journey to fınd peace , quıet and reach a dıvıne place and she is giving to us this… Expand
  5. aanguille
    May 20, 2023
    10
    Kesha’s “Gag Order” represents her first true artistic feat as an overall package. Each individual song stands solidly alone whileKesha’s “Gag Order” represents her first true artistic feat as an overall package. Each individual song stands solidly alone while simultaneously (and strategically) transitioning the listener through Kesha’s often chaotic, yet still somehow harmonious, spectrum of emotions. The album should be listened to from start to finish as it is designed for intended impact. Stand outs are Hate Me Harder, Only Love Can Save Us Now, and Happy.… Expand
  6. LucasCotelli
    May 19, 2023
    10
    Kesha has matured so artistically and the lyrics are deep. The transitions from one track to another are very good. Gag Order is a journey ofKesha has matured so artistically and the lyrics are deep. The transitions from one track to another are very good. Gag Order is a journey of anguish and sadness and also a cry of happiness and freedom.… Expand
  7. AriFilho
    May 19, 2023
    10
    It's a masterpiece!
    The production of the album is amazing, kesha's voice is beautiful
  8. Melomano13
    May 19, 2023
    3
    Tal vez es un muy buen álbum pero se queda atrasado con lo Kesha de ahora, aún así siento que podría cambiar mi calificación en proximasTal vez es un muy buen álbum pero se queda atrasado con lo Kesha de ahora, aún así siento que podría cambiar mi calificación en proximas escuchas.… Expand

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