Happier than Ever
by Billie Eilish
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  1. viniciussawate
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    Billie wakes up from nightmares, and real life remains difficult and tasty. The artist left the dreamlike universe of her previous album and, with her eyes open, she sang about real life. Happier Than Ever is one of the year's bravest records. Billie gives herself in flesh and blood as she sings with surprising and stimulating vocals. If you don't remember what it's like to be inBillie wakes up from nightmares, and real life remains difficult and tasty. The artist left the dreamlike universe of her previous album and, with her eyes open, she sang about real life. Happier Than Ever is one of the year's bravest records. Billie gives herself in flesh and blood as she sings with surprising and stimulating vocals. If you don't remember what it's like to be in post-adolescence, listen to this record.… Expand
  2. AJ013
    Jul 30, 2021
    8
    Although we thought WWAFAWDWG would be impossible to top, Billie Eillish has done it again. The album makes sense when put together. Her single choices were poor and although the album didn’t have any no.1 hits it’s definitely successful and on par with its predecessor if not better. HTE is cohesive and she gets more personal than ever, she proves to the world that she’s not just a one hitAlthough we thought WWAFAWDWG would be impossible to top, Billie Eillish has done it again. The album makes sense when put together. Her single choices were poor and although the album didn’t have any no.1 hits it’s definitely successful and on par with its predecessor if not better. HTE is cohesive and she gets more personal than ever, she proves to the world that she’s not just a one hit wonder and isn’t going anywhere soon, most sophmore albums turn out to be slumps but with the likes of Dua Lipa, Taylor Swift, Lorde and many other artists whose sophomores turned out to be good, she’s shocking the world all at the age of 19. Poor singles but a force to be reckoned with when it comes to the album. My favourite track has to be the title track and billie bossa nova.… Expand
  3. Fernanmaxi
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    A really well produced album, cohesive and with rhythms and lyrics that will make you love more and more, Literally Billie showed off completely with his new album and we would only have to wait to see what more he will bring us.
  4. Predy17
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    Best album of the year! Unbelievable piece of art, after one of the best debuts of all time... Billie gave us one of the best sophomore albums of all time!!!
  5. pierfilippov
    Jul 31, 2021
    10
    amazing. even better then her first record, which was still pretty impressive. title track is absolutely breathtaking
  6. joshuatan
    Jul 31, 2021
    10
    Billie's sophomore album has an impeccable and outstanding production. I won't be surprised if she gets her 2nd AOTY for this project.
  7. Mobina1
    Jul 30, 2021
    8
    Expect the first track, all tracks could age like a wine and I loved it. The best part of the album is the transitions they just pull you to the album. Well done
  8. handsoonmee
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    This album is definitely her best lyrically, sonically the album is pretty consistent yet every song is different in it's own way.
  9. Adsonn
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    Billie Eilish se reiventou com seu novo álbum! Simplesmente sensacional! Melhor que tudo que tudo que ela já fez!
  10. maramusil
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    I’ve been a billie fan since 2018 and wow, she overdid herself. This album is literal perfection.
  11. leumassregor
    Jul 30, 2021
    8
    This sophomore album from Billie further proves her creative ability, vocal ability, versatility, and Finneas' incredible ability to produce hit song after hit song.

    This album starts off underwhelming. The first two tracks are bland and sound lazily produced. I don't mind minimal beats, but these sound too minimal. This is surprising coming from a producer like Finneas who is known for    This sophomore album from Billie further proves her creative ability, vocal ability, versatility, and Finneas' incredible ability to produce hit song after hit song.

    This album starts off underwhelming. The first two tracks are bland and sound lazily produced. I don't mind minimal beats, but these sound too minimal. This is surprising coming from a producer like Finneas who is known for adding layers upon layers of sounds and vocals. The first track is extremely simple, which is in my opinion not good for an opening track. However, the lyrics on these first two tracks are great.

    As we get towards the middle of the album, things start to pick up. We hear "my future" which is a beautiful showcase of Billie's vocal ability and the versatility of her musical style. We then hear "Oxytocin" which is a hard hitting song with catchy verses and incredibly unique, almost EDM like production from Finneas. "GOLDWING" starts off with a beautiful choir-like layered vocals with a clean beat switch. However, I think when Billie comes in on the beat switch her flow is very underwhelming and nothing that really catches my attention. The song does get a bit better as we go on, though. The last song I really enjoyed from this section of the album is "Halley's Comet". This is an emotional song that includes a beautiful piano with BIllie's signature soft vocals. It's a wonderful, relaxing, soothing track.

    Near the end of the album are some of my favorites. The lyrics on "Your Power" hit hard, and so do Billie's vocals. She showcases her incredible vocal range and ability on this track, and it gives me goosebumps. "Happier Than Ever" is definitely a notable track. The slow, dreamy start is wonderful but the sort of rock beat switch near the middle is incredible and Finneas really just hit it home with this one.

    The last track is simple, but not boring simple. The songwriting is amazing and keeps you wanting to hear more. BIllie's vocals on this are emotional and soft.

    This album in conclusion was just good. I feel like her freshman album had less underwhelming production. If you compare this album to that album production wise, you can see how incredible the production is on her freshman album compared to her sophomore album, with there being so many less yawn-worthy tracks on the freshman album. Nearly every song on her freshman album keeps you hooked. However, lyrically, this album I'd say is a bit better, and the lyrics are very personal and take a dive into her fame ridden lifestyle.    … Expand
  12. Ithalo00reis
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    Com o tão aguardado 'Happier Than Ever' Billie Eilish prova mais uma vez sua versatilidade sonora, e entrega vocais excelentes em faixas como "everybody dies", e vestígios de rock com gritos arrepiantes e arranjos mais Eilish'r possível nos entrega uma das melhores músicas de sua carreira (Happier than ever).
  13. FaisalAsshaqty
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    I love 'Happier Than Ever' the best and the most unexpected song in this album, and 'GOLDWING' too, all was Paurrrrfect
  14. Exfoad1
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    Amazing album for being sad and happy in same time
    Great job Billie and finneas
    AOTY for me so far
  15. LuisMartinez
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. "Happier Than Ever", by Billie Eilish is truly a perfect album, along with her debut LP.… Expand
  16. lostccause
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    It’s amazing! Billies best album and one of the best albums of this year! This shows Billies growth as an artist.
  17. elioxtin
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    this album is by far best record this year. running for another aoty award. the overall record is so sonically cohesive. you can't listen bottom to top. well engineered and produced.
  18. PreCritic
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    Absolutely Fantastic, all the songs are solid and my favourites are by far IDCMN, GOLDWING, Happier Than Ever, Halley's Comet and Oxytoxin
  19. rosariaa
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    an emotional rollercoaster, finneas and billie really stepped their game up. the lyrics are really beautiful and the production is spectacular
  20. Qbt
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Beatiful peace in this album that gonna make u feel happy and maybe littel sad… Expand
  21. IQuack
    Jul 30, 2021
    9
    This album is simply immaculate. Lyrics are its strong side and sonically it's consistent yet each track is very original and different. Congrats Billie!
  22. Neisantos
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Álbum incrivelmente evolutivo, nos mostrando a evolução de Eilish, seu amadurecimento tanto de sua voz quanto de sua carreira. Álbum com sentimentos e letras verdadeiras. Espetacular esta Álbum.… Expand
  23. leonardoricco
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    Incredible album, i’m in love, self title is the best track of the album ❤️❤️❤️
  24. Jesus2000
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    Billie's new era demonstrates the maturity of serving incredible lyrics and jazz and rock sounds.
  25. Azer03
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    Amazing album. She has the voice for literally every genre of music. It really showed her artistic growth compared to her last album. The lyrics held so much power, i’m surprised some people don’t like this album.
  26. parker6409
    Jul 30, 2021
    8
    A much more mature sounding Billie. The lyrics on this song are wonderful. It takes a couple listens to really enjoy every song, but on the first listen, “I Didn’t Change My Number,” “Oxytocin,” “Goldwing,” “Billie Bossa Nova,” “Halley’s Comet,” “Happier Than Ever,” and “Male Fantasy” stood out. Not bad to have almost 1/2 the songs on the album stand out on the first listen. I love BillieA much more mature sounding Billie. The lyrics on this song are wonderful. It takes a couple listens to really enjoy every song, but on the first listen, “I Didn’t Change My Number,” “Oxytocin,” “Goldwing,” “Billie Bossa Nova,” “Halley’s Comet,” “Happier Than Ever,” and “Male Fantasy” stood out. Not bad to have almost 1/2 the songs on the album stand out on the first listen. I love Billie and appreciate her talent. Keep it mind it would be hard for any person to live up to such high expectations after their first extremely successful project which everyone measures them up against. I think she does a very nice job though.… Expand
  27. Minuers
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    an incredible album. Im glad she is coming out of her comfort zone, and opening up about her experiences. I think its amazing 10/10
  28. diazdlc
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    I had no expectations about the album after some of the singles didn't hit as hard as I thought. After listening to the album, I can say that it's not like WWAFAWDWG, but it's for sure a masterpiece.

    Since the soft beautiful start with Getting Older to the unexpected change in the tittle track, Billie and Finneas created one of the most clever and breathtaking album of all times. What a    I had no expectations about the album after some of the singles didn't hit as hard as I thought. After listening to the album, I can say that it's not like WWAFAWDWG, but it's for sure a masterpiece.

    Since the soft beautiful start with Getting Older to the unexpected change in the tittle track, Billie and Finneas created one of the most clever and breathtaking album of all times.

    What a great journey lyrically and melodically this is. The statement here is that sometimes getting to be "Happier than ever" is not that easy, but it is totally worth it.    … Expand
  29. maddica
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    it’s honestly so good the lyrics are amazing in every song. everyone in the world should listen to it. there is literally a song for everyone.
  30. intannrhafizah
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    The album is bringing back the joy i have lost, it’s so good
  31. bylia
    Jul 31, 2021
    8
    this album does the job to keep cemeting her as an artist on the scene. she's way more than a pop sensation by now.
  32. EdParra
    Jul 31, 2021
    10
    Billie Eilish después de tanto tiempo nos muestra su segundo álbum que contiene 16 canciones entre ellas therefore i am, My future, Your power, NDA, Lost Cause y Not my responsabliti, Todas tienen un ritmo muy bueno pero en lo personal me sorprendió mucho una canción que es una mezcla de Jazz, Pop y Rock alternativo Que WOOOW me gustó mucho en esta canción Billie nos cuenta de cómo la hisoBillie Eilish después de tanto tiempo nos muestra su segundo álbum que contiene 16 canciones entre ellas therefore i am, My future, Your power, NDA, Lost Cause y Not my responsabliti, Todas tienen un ritmo muy bueno pero en lo personal me sorprendió mucho una canción que es una mezcla de Jazz, Pop y Rock alternativo Que WOOOW me gustó mucho en esta canción Billie nos cuenta de cómo la hiso sentir su ex pareja y cómo lo afronta, la letra de la canción es muy Linda y Profunda, la canción incluye un video musical que es muy bueno, si usted todavía no escucha el nuevo álbum lo invito a que lo escuche y también lo invito a escuchar la canción qué tiene el mismo nombre que el álbum "Happier Than Ever" qué tiene tiene una muy buena combinación de ritmo empieza con un ritmo lento estilo jazz y a la mitad de la canción cambia su ritmo, woow de verdad lo recomiendo mucho :)… Expand
  33. massbu
    Aug 1, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. this is one of the best album I've ever heard. I love the productions by finneas. It's very experimental and I like it.… Expand
  34. L0SEY0URP0WER
    Aug 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the whole album is beautiful, all the songs are so different and unique in different ways. billie never fails to impress us.… Expand
  35. 0zora01234
    Aug 4, 2021
    10
    just an amazing album, better than anything i’ve ever heard! billie definitely did an amazing job in creating this album!
  36. franp2703
    Aug 8, 2021
    10
    Un álbum increíble de principio a fin, totalmente disfrutable, lleno de matices, diferentes ritmos y letras que nos llevan a un viaje muy profundo.
  37. billiedesers10
    Aug 23, 2021
    10
    after of her debut when we all fall asleep where do we go? billie make a incredible album whit the best sound she and his brother can do and the best lyrisc she could write
  38. lukascabahug
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    Beautifully produced record filled with bangers and ballads that will guarantee to leave you happier than ever. Billie gets intensely personal and because of it brings us one of the best pop albums this year.
  39. Brightcyp12
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    DIOS EL ÁLBUM EN GENERAL ES MUY BUENO TODA LAS CANCIONES SON UNA EXPERIENCIA DIFERENTE Y SIN DUDA BILLIE BOSSA NOVA, HAPPIER THAN EVER Y MALE FANTASY SON MIS FAVORITAS
  40. Praneel
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    This is the album of the year. Transitions are flawless.lyrics are great.Just great music.
  41. timofeyatut
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    Oh, my God, this is the best album I've ever listened to! It sounds so good and I think that “Oxytocin” is a new “bad guy”:)
  42. j1train
    Jul 30, 2021
    7
    The singles suck, with the exception of Therefore I Am. But most of the rest of the album is fantastic.
  43. demiexplicit
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    this is literally the album of the year. this is AMAZING, billie served in this project.
  44. Styletoowell
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. esse álbum é perfeito, todas as músicas funcionam bem na tracklist, é coeso, bem escrito, bem produzido, ela vem evoluindo muito, amei demais… Expand
  45. kamilwithtea
    Aug 1, 2021
    10
    Billie Eilish's debut album was so good, however this album is definitely much better. She and Finneas are music geniuses.
  46. JRWardy
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    This is surely a contender for album of the year at the Grammy awards. Although people enjoy to play down young successful women, there isn’t an argument against her talent and that talent has been transferred into this album in heaps. The consistency yet range in each track and how each track flows so well into the other is impeccable. There’s a clear story to follow and each step of theThis is surely a contender for album of the year at the Grammy awards. Although people enjoy to play down young successful women, there isn’t an argument against her talent and that talent has been transferred into this album in heaps. The consistency yet range in each track and how each track flows so well into the other is impeccable. There’s a clear story to follow and each step of the journey makes sense. A must listen in the new wave of pop! 10/10… Expand
  47. Harrison112
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    Literally so good she is not in her flop era bye. eheheheheheh ehejeheh3h2h3hehehehehehehehehheuee
  48. jessica326
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    The album leads with “Getting Older,” which serves as an incredible opener that blends seamlessly into “I Didn’t Change My Number,” one of the best songs on the album. This is undeniably her most honest and experimental body of work to date. She experiments with elements of folk, bossa nova, and rock, and does an incredible job executing each genre. Each track leaves an unexpected surpriseThe album leads with “Getting Older,” which serves as an incredible opener that blends seamlessly into “I Didn’t Change My Number,” one of the best songs on the album. This is undeniably her most honest and experimental body of work to date. She experiments with elements of folk, bossa nova, and rock, and does an incredible job executing each genre. Each track leaves an unexpected surprise that will make your jaw drop to the floor. It is simply impossible to be bored listening to this album. “GOLDWING” offers beautiful layered vocals while still tapping into the trap-infused sound of “dont smile at me” that made her popular. The best track is without a doubt the title track, “Happier Than Ever,” followed by “Billie Bossa Nova,” “Male Fantasy,” “Your Power,” “I Didn’t Change My Number,” and “Halley’s Comet. When you think a song is your favorite, it quickly changes because it’s so hard to decide. Incredibly planned album, great experimentation, and beautiful visuals with a consistent vision.… Expand
  49. nostalgianova
    Jul 31, 2021
    10
    In love with this album. The way the songs flow into each other so perfectly. Billie keeps out doing herself!
  50. falkoff
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    Her best lyrics yet. This album is vulnerable in a way that her 2019 album could not be; that is, her reveals here are subtle and softer, more pulled back. I love FINNEAS's production as usual. My favorite tracks are Getting Older, Halley's Comet, and the title track (whose latter half hits me every time).

    However, I do wish she had made different choices in her single selection, just    Her best lyrics yet. This album is vulnerable in a way that her 2019 album could not be; that is, her reveals here are subtle and softer, more pulled back. I love FINNEAS's production as usual. My favorite tracks are Getting Older, Halley's Comet, and the title track (whose latter half hits me every time).

    However, I do wish she had made different choices in her single selection, just because some of the more high-energy tracks would've fared better as a single than "Lost Cause"or "Your Power." That's not to say I didn't love these songs, because I did. "Your Power" is particularly striking. This has nothing to do with the actual quality of the music. I will say that I really loved the order of this album. Its last track "Male Fantasy" is absolutely gorgeous.

    Overall, this is the complete opposite of a sophomore slump. Amazing work.    … Expand
  51. 0987
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    I don't think she's ever gonna top her previous album, but this one was some kind of continuation of her debut. I enjoyed the tracks that are kinda relaxing like "Getting Older", "Your Power" or "Male Fantasy", as well as weird track "Not My Responsibility". While "Therefore I Am" is an ode to all the people who don't like her and I find it pretty catchy. Once again, nothing tops her 2019I don't think she's ever gonna top her previous album, but this one was some kind of continuation of her debut. I enjoyed the tracks that are kinda relaxing like "Getting Older", "Your Power" or "Male Fantasy", as well as weird track "Not My Responsibility". While "Therefore I Am" is an ode to all the people who don't like her and I find it pretty catchy. Once again, nothing tops her 2019 album, but this one was great album as well!… Expand
  52. jeffkarlin
    Jul 30, 2021
    9
    Although I was a fan of the first album, this one is much more mature and refined, showcasing her emotions, insecurities, and vocal abilities more than anything prior. She isn’t going anywhere anytime soon.
  53. Panchogul
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    Los sencillos previos fueron muy buenos, pero el álbum completo es simplemente fantástico
  54. PeterSant
    Jul 30, 2021
    9
    Billie Eilish shows in this new work that "You're happier than ever" and of course the album title is an irony than everything she's talking about in these new songs. Young Billie is one of the most complete artists that has emerged in recent years and with that she participates in the youth society exposing everything she thinks about her compositions alongside her brother, Finneas andBillie Eilish shows in this new work that "You're happier than ever" and of course the album title is an irony than everything she's talking about in these new songs. Young Billie is one of the most complete artists that has emerged in recent years and with that she participates in the youth society exposing everything she thinks about her compositions alongside her brother, Finneas and that brings up what's been lacking in many young people lately. Many of the songs on this album have their own essence, speaking from emotional abuse, to mistrust, to the human situation for the most part and it does a brilliant job and shows how much Billie Eilish has a lot to talk to us about.… Expand
  55. DiegoDietz
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    Con lo difícil que era superar a WWAFSWDWG, se puede asegurar que Happier than Ever lo iguala y en momentos hasta lo supera! Se nota a una artista mucho más madura y dispuesta a salir de la zona de confort, alejándose en varios tracks del pop fácil. (Interludio de casi 4 minutos incluido, donde no canta sino que nos habla con una de sus letras mas personales)
    FINNEAS una vez más demuestra    Con lo difícil que era superar a WWAFSWDWG, se puede asegurar que Happier than Ever lo iguala y en momentos hasta lo supera! Se nota a una artista mucho más madura y dispuesta a salir de la zona de confort, alejándose en varios tracks del pop fácil. (Interludio de casi 4 minutos incluido, donde no canta sino que nos habla con una de sus letras mas personales)
    FINNEAS una vez más demuestra ser clave en el álbum y mete otra tremenda producción, con ese juego de pequeños detalles sonando por todos lados en cada track y acompañando tan bien la voz de Billie. Bravo!    … Expand
  56. giliardynery
    Jul 30, 2021
    8
    some tracks are tiresome but 80% of the album is great. my top3: happier than ever, your power and male fantasy.
  57. Randall___Pink
    Jul 30, 2021
    9
    This album picks right up from her debut. At first I was concerned listening to the singles. But as I listened more I grew to love these songs and play them on repeat. This Sophomore effort is beautifully written and produced. Hats off to Billie and Finneas for another masterpiece.
  58. tman1441502
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    Lots of nice lyrics with moody production, but the title track is easily the best on the album.
  59. petrichor1975
    Jul 30, 2021
    8
    "Happier Than Ever" shows that Billie and Finneas are not prone to the sophomore slump. Albeit not as great as her debut, Billie Eilish's newest album is full of sleek electropop, calm folk tunes, and scenic soundscapes.
  60. MrFrench
    Aug 19, 2021
    8
    While I am not a huge fan of Billie Eilish, this new album shows areas of remarkable growth lyrically and vocally over her previous album, which was very hit and miss for me. For instance, she has never sounded better than she does on “GOLDWING,” “Haley’s Comet,” and “Everybody Dies.” Also, the title track is an awesome tale of two sides and two energies, but I wish it was the album closerWhile I am not a huge fan of Billie Eilish, this new album shows areas of remarkable growth lyrically and vocally over her previous album, which was very hit and miss for me. For instance, she has never sounded better than she does on “GOLDWING,” “Haley’s Comet,” and “Everybody Dies.” Also, the title track is an awesome tale of two sides and two energies, but I wish it was the album closer even though “Male Fantasy” is a fine track on its own. FINNEAS also kills it on this album with the production and quality track transitions. The singles gave a taste of the album, but I am glad she saved the best for the album. Many tracks on here stick to Billie’s signature way of talk singing seen on her previous album, which isn’t necessarily bad as they do transcend, at least for me, those tracks for the most part. Lastly, why couldn’t the spoken track, “Not My Responsibility,” be a sung track? Solid album though. “Getting Older” discusses the deranged strangers that seem to be always knocking on her door, the difficulty of healing, and how things once loved can fade. “Haley’s Comet” is a beautiful dreamy love song that has her wondering what she is going to do since she fell in love. “Everybody Dies” addresses mortality, the problem of the idea of immortality, being alone, wondering why death must be and when your own turn will be, and how you really aren’t alone. Getting Older - 8
    I Didn’t Change My Number - 8
    Billie Bossa Nova - 8
    my future - 9
    Oxytocin - 6
    GOLDWING - 10
    Lost Cause - 8. Halley’s Comet - 10 Not My Responsibility - 4
    OverHeated - 4
    Everybody Dies -10 Your Power - 9
    NDA - 6
    Therefore I Am - 10 Happier Than Ever - 10
    Male Fantasy - 10

    130/160 81/100 B-    … Expand
  61. emanucaslb
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    Billie wakes up from nightmares, and real life remains difficult and tasty. The artist left the dreamlike universe of her previous album and, with her eyes open, she sang about real life. Happier Than Ever is one of the year's bravest records. Billie gives herself in flesh and blood as she sings with surprising and stimulating vocals. If you don't remember what it's like to be inBillie wakes up from nightmares, and real life remains difficult and tasty. The artist left the dreamlike universe of her previous album and, with her eyes open, she sang about real life. Happier Than Ever is one of the year's bravest records. Billie gives herself in flesh and blood as she sings with surprising and stimulating vocals. If you don't remember what it's like to be in post-adolescence, listen to this record.… Expand
  62. Thallesmilk
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    This album is incredible and I love every aspect of it. Billie Bossa Nova was a great tribute to this amazing Brazilian genre. Happier than Ever soty!
  63. Jorge_e
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Com uma carga mais sincera e honesta de sua pessoalidade e temas mais adultos que vão desde reflexões acerca da vida e morte até suas vontades sexuais mais explícitas, Bilie se renova e se consolida no topo novamente, como uma das maiores compositoras e cantoras de sua geração.… Expand
  64. Ranit
    Jul 30, 2021
    9
    Beautiful record! My opinion is that she really shined through in more acoustic tracks, but she gave edge in more produced ones, so pretty well balanced album!
  65. MARTINCARDENAS
    Aug 1, 2021
    9
    In general the album is good, we see a change and evolution, very different from their previous work. Billie has established herself as one of the most important artists of these times and her music must evolve and improve.
  66. owenoutsold
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    Actually the most stunning body of work I've EVER listened to. Billie and Finneas are masterminds and they will be sweeping at the the 2022 Grammys.
  67. RajP
    Jul 30, 2021
    7
    There are definitely some gems on this album, and the songwriting is great. However, some songs have really boring melodies. This is still far better than her 2019 album.
  68. YanReis240206
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    É uma caminhada extraordinária esse álbum. Misturando o angelical com o psicodélico, Billie prova que é uma das maiores artistas dessa geração.
  69. jaaviloves
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    Billie Eilish sophomore album is one of the best releases this year if not the best. Good lyrics, immaculate production, everything about it is perfect. 10/10, perfect.
  70. sarahhac
    Aug 29, 2021
    10
    one of the best albums I've ever listened to.
    this new era is a masterpiece!!
  71. LoKer124
    Jul 31, 2021
    10
    All good at home for those who say it is the same as their first album? Billie's style is like that and she made a good change, what? You were expecting me to make a super chewy pop or something very commercial, boy, **** y#u, it is an album that undoubtedly surpasses its predecessor
  72. guizin1
    Jul 31, 2021
    10
    queen shes so amazing and incredible happier than ever roty her best so far
  73. HJ26
    Jul 31, 2021
    10
    Her best work to date. The singles are some of the more weaker songs but they’re still amazing.
  74. gecarranza
    Jul 31, 2021
    10
    The best album of his career which is incredible because it seemed impossible that it could surpass the quality of the first one.
  75. iambeqr
    Jul 31, 2021
    10
    love it so much!!! i think this is better than when we all fall asleep where do we go?!
  76. MetacriticOnur
    Mar 11, 2022
    9
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  77. Mystermint
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    A beautifully crafted album that is sonically astounding. There is a sense of maturity in her very personal lyrics that hit your heartstrings. Every song is perfection. Billie has done it again.
  78. SkittUs
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    "Everything feels and sounds different", or something like that Billie said in Vanity Fair interview in November 2020. That's absolutely true. Emotions I went through while listening to Happier Than Ever are drastically different from those with WWAFAWDWG. I can also clearly hear a completely mature Billie Eilish here. She has become more "open" with her feelings and that definitely makes"Everything feels and sounds different", or something like that Billie said in Vanity Fair interview in November 2020. That's absolutely true. Emotions I went through while listening to Happier Than Ever are drastically different from those with WWAFAWDWG. I can also clearly hear a completely mature Billie Eilish here. She has become more "open" with her feelings and that definitely makes the sophomore album way more meaningful. Finneas did an incredibly job at producing songs and it feels like he experimented here more, than on Billie's debut album. I'm sure they were both having fun creating this. And all songs on the album sound so professional.… Expand
  79. maykonogueira
    Aug 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. eu amei o conceito do álbum falar no começo sobre amadurecer e se apaixonar, porém ao final começa a falar sobre o quão o amor é algo falso e basicamente uma cilada, que é melhor você se amar do que depender do amor de alguem… Expand
  80. sam_greenlaw
    Aug 10, 2021
    9
    Comparisons with When/Where are unavoidable. This time around Billie is dealing with the here and now of her life and L.A.'s all-out war of the sexes. She didn't ask to be abused; she didn't filter men to find another Patrick or Finnie, either. Tough problem to find someone honest and as bright as she is.
  81. markymark
    Jul 31, 2021
    9
    Much, much better than WWAFAWDWG. Surprised me actually; only expected to like a few songs and it turned out to be a great album.
  82. ddrussianinja
    Aug 5, 2021
    9
    In my opinion, this is a 10/10 album that got diluted into a 9/10 album.

    "Billie Bossa Nova", "Halley's Comet", and "Everybody Dies" are all good songs in their own right, and I imagine Billie'll love singing them live with her fans, but in the context of this album, they felt like bonus demo tracks that got shuffled into an otherwise really well-paced and tonally cohesive album. In    In my opinion, this is a 10/10 album that got diluted into a 9/10 album.

    "Billie Bossa Nova", "Halley's Comet", and "Everybody Dies" are all good songs in their own right, and I imagine Billie'll love singing them live with her fans, but in the context of this album, they felt like bonus demo tracks that got shuffled into an otherwise really well-paced and tonally cohesive album.

    In my opinion, if she kept those three songs in her back pocket for another album or EP, and swapped "Oxytocin" and "Lost Cause" in the sequencing, the album would still be slightly longer than her debut at 45 minutes, but with better flow and focus. If you find the album isn't quite working for you, try making those adjustments and see if it works better for you, too.

    Despite my criticisms about the sequencing for most of the middle of the album, the sequencing from "Your Power" onward is flawless and its amazing how the Baird O'Connells keep successfully pushing themselves (and each other) creatively with each successive track right up to the bittersweet end.

    I do hope that they can keep up their passion for their music and can come back even stronger on their next effort.    … Expand
  83. Jungstir
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    Billie's sultry vocals are mesmerizing as usual but she really strips down her walk through life with her brother and suitors. I can't get over that she seems so grounded with an I am me and if you don't like it then that is your problem attitude. She is a force to be reckoned with and this album has hits and something for everybody. Solid gold with more single releases from this one.
  84. Ricko
    Apr 26, 2022
    8
    This is a mellower record, less instant and more of a grower than her debut. With time it proves to be a more rewarding and superior album but it takes a while. There are plenty of great songs and once again the production marries the material perfectly. One of the main issues I have with the album is that it is unnecessarily lengthy and perhaps as a result sounds like its lacking focus orThis is a mellower record, less instant and more of a grower than her debut. With time it proves to be a more rewarding and superior album but it takes a while. There are plenty of great songs and once again the production marries the material perfectly. One of the main issues I have with the album is that it is unnecessarily lengthy and perhaps as a result sounds like its lacking focus or consistency. There is a surprising jump in maturity between the albums considering they are under 2 years apart. Well worth checking out and giving time for repeated listening.… Expand
  85. ClearDays
    Aug 1, 2021
    10
    Billie has created another masterpiece. She sounds more mature than ever here, and her lyrics tackle her feelings about fame and past relationships and abuse with gravitas. The production is outstanding. it could have been really easy for her and Finneas to find a more mainstream sound to ensure big success after her debut era, but instead, they went for bold artistic choices that areBillie has created another masterpiece. She sounds more mature than ever here, and her lyrics tackle her feelings about fame and past relationships and abuse with gravitas. The production is outstanding. it could have been really easy for her and Finneas to find a more mainstream sound to ensure big success after her debut era, but instead, they went for bold artistic choices that are genuinely tasteful and interesting. It's exciting to see an artist carve out their own path and continue to evolve.… Expand
  86. panicmanic
    Dec 1, 2021
    8
    This is a great album. Oxytocin and GOLDWING are my favorite tracks. They sound experimental but also super hooky and catchy. I love that. Been in love with Billie Eilish since Ocean Eyes. Always impressed with what this young woman can do! Her and her brother Phineas are a powerhouse and produce genius work together.
  87. Menios
    Oct 29, 2021
    8
    Billie Eilish came off with another great album. Love her aesthetic on this.
  88. Jzwimmer
    Jul 31, 2021
    10
    A truly wonderful album, full of interesting sonic decisions and complex, emotionally resonant lyrics. Billie's voice has such a spectacular timbre, velvety and soft and soothing. If you appreciate well-crafted alt-pop music with a variety of influences from a variety of decades, then give this record a spin! :)
  89. jiepay
    Aug 19, 2021
    9
    A close to perfect album, well written, dark, varied, deep and sentimental album. An overlooked aspect of the album is the mixing and production which are perfect, the sound quality and listening experience has been drastically improved. I highly recommend headphones for a better perspective.
  90. joaovictortc
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    Showing so much more than her debut album, i think Billie is taking a great path. This is a sexy, loud and, weirdly sad record. From the screaming all your feelings out title-track to the sexy club bop Oxytocin, it's all about growing up and noticing how to embrace yourself and love yourself better.
  91. eyeofthedragon
    Aug 25, 2021
    9
    At first listen, I wasn't impressed. Now, I consider it an album of the year contender. It's just such a vulnerable and raw album, where Billie explores her musicality by writing about things she experiences in her life since her massive debut and somehow it feels like I'm listening to her serenading us with her life story. The lyrics are also a major departure from her previous album,At first listen, I wasn't impressed. Now, I consider it an album of the year contender. It's just such a vulnerable and raw album, where Billie explores her musicality by writing about things she experiences in her life since her massive debut and somehow it feels like I'm listening to her serenading us with her life story. The lyrics are also a major departure from her previous album, which she shows way more maturity and poise in her writing than her debut, as seen on tracks like the album closer Male Fantasy and folk-ballad Your Power, where her vulnerability is on display for the world to see. It's also intriguing to see how Billie incorporates certain genres into songs based on their messages, like Happier Than Ever, where she sings over a soft guitar in the first-half in the song only to let out her true anger in the second portion of the song in a rock-heavy outro, or the beautifully harmonic intro in GOLDWING, where it feels like she's introducing this sense of innocence only to warn said "gold winged angel" to not beware of the greed and manipulation by the industry who only want to use her. Overall, the album is a wonderful development from her debut, and it's only a matter of tuning in in a few years to find out how she's going to follow this up.… Expand
  92. sammyanthony
    Aug 6, 2021
    7
    Billie didn't take her time. In turn, half of this album turned half baked and while the other half was pretty great because of more jamming quality to her songs, most of it will make you yawn and essentially forget what you were hearing the entire time.

    Notable notes to highlight her expansion of music-making are soulful approach to "Lost Cause", glitchy choir chants in "GOLDWING"; and    Billie didn't take her time. In turn, half of this album turned half baked and while the other half was pretty great because of more jamming quality to her songs, most of it will make you yawn and essentially forget what you were hearing the entire time.

    Notable notes to highlight her expansion of music-making are soulful approach to "Lost Cause", glitchy choir chants in "GOLDWING"; and more solid laid-back slappers like "Billie Bossa Nova", "Everybody Dies", and the weirdly genre-switcher title track "Happier Than Ever".    … Expand
  93. StevenX
    Nov 2, 2021
    7
    Don't let the cover fool ya, folks - this year's it-thing is still the mumbling hipster that was bopping like TLC-meets-skate-punk a couple years ago. The difference is that she opens her mouth and sings more often, and when she does she lightly soars. Who knew? More of this would serve her well. The whisper-speak gets old, and she sure as hell ain't old. Try pushing it, B. And tell yourDon't let the cover fool ya, folks - this year's it-thing is still the mumbling hipster that was bopping like TLC-meets-skate-punk a couple years ago. The difference is that she opens her mouth and sings more often, and when she does she lightly soars. Who knew? More of this would serve her well. The whisper-speak gets old, and she sure as hell ain't old. Try pushing it, B. And tell your brother to get out of your bedroom.… Expand
  94. Tedddyy
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    Muito bom, bem construído, variado, a produção muito bem feita, a Billie explorou muito bem o término de uma relação que claramente tirou muito dela, além de mostrar um pouco de como a fama afetou alguns aspectos da vida dela
  95. Mockingjay99
    Jul 30, 2021
    7
    A solid sophomore album, but it has some fillers. Happier Than Ever is the best song on the album.
  96. PEDROSILVERO6
    Aug 2, 2021
    10
    Very good Billie!! The production of Finneas is amazing. Best Songs: Oxytocin and Billie Bossa Nova.
  97. manningn15
    Aug 9, 2021
    10
    A terrific sophomore album, she definitely beat the sophomore album curse; I love the contrast between this album and her debut album, When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?, how she goes for a rawer and more subtle sound with this album compared to the more mainstream and poppy sound of her debut though I love both. The songwriting is exceptional especially the very raw, insightful, andA terrific sophomore album, she definitely beat the sophomore album curse; I love the contrast between this album and her debut album, When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?, how she goes for a rawer and more subtle sound with this album compared to the more mainstream and poppy sound of her debut though I love both. The songwriting is exceptional especially the very raw, insightful, and beautiful lyrical content. FINNEAS's very cool and unique styling of the production is outstanding. As always Billie's ethereal vocals are outstanding and beautiful, also love the superb belting moments on the album. My favorite tracks are Oxytocin, Male Fantasy, NDA, Happier Than Ever, Your Power, and Getting Older. I'd say this an A+ album.… Expand
  98. acecyan
    Aug 1, 2021
    10
    People thought she wouldn't be able to top her 1st album, boy were they wrong. Oxytocin is a definite highlight with its intimacy, but honestly all the songs are highlights in their own respective way. My personal & current favs (in no order) are: Your Power, NDA, Oxytocin, Happier Than Ever, Male Fantasy, Billie Bossa Nova, & I didn't change my number.
  99. NolanLundgaard
    Aug 2, 2021
    8
    Happier Than Ever by Billie Eilish: 7.38

    Getting Older: 1 I Didn’t Change My Number: 1 :) Billie Bossa Nova: 1 my future: 1 :) Oxytocin: 0.25 GOLDWING: 0.5 Lost Cause: 1 :) Halley’s Comet: 1 Not My Responsibility: 1 OverHeated: 1 :) Everybody Dies: 0.75 Your Power: 1 NDA: 0.5 Therefore I Am: 1 :) Happier Than Ever: 1 :) Male Fantasy: 0.75 13.75/16 ~ 0.859 -> 7.38    Happier Than Ever by Billie Eilish: 7.38

    Getting Older: 1
    I Didn’t Change My Number: 1 :)
    Billie Bossa Nova: 1
    my future: 1 :)
    Oxytocin: 0.25
    GOLDWING: 0.5
    Lost Cause: 1 :)
    Halley’s Comet: 1
    Not My Responsibility: 1
    OverHeated: 1 :)
    Everybody Dies: 0.75
    Your Power: 1
    NDA: 0.5
    Therefore I Am: 1 :)
    Happier Than Ever: 1 :)
    Male Fantasy: 0.75

    13.75/16 ~ 0.859 -> 7.38

    My gosh, Billie Eilish’s Happier Than Ever is a massive improvement over its predecessor, “WHEN WE ALL FALL ASLEEP, WHERE DO WE GO?”. Gone are the gratuitously dark lyrics and overly electronic music that I had issues with in Eilish’s previous release. Instead, we get (occasionally brilliant) tracks that for the most part are really fun to listen to. A big thing about this release that I was a fan of was just how different it is. From the surprise of Happier Than Ever turning into a rock song or Not My Responsibility being less like a song and more like a podcast episode, this album has many aces up its sleeve.

    I wish I could provide my entire song-by-song commentary, but unfortunately the character limit will not allow me.

    Overall, for someone who was not Billie Eilish’s debut’s biggest fan, I was very much satisfied with Happier Than Ever. I loved how this release is much more chill, which allowed me to focus on the lyrics more. The lyrics were also more enjoyable for me because of the different subject matter. These two reasons make Happier Than Ever a “double improvement”, if you will. I just loved how different this album was from anything Billie Eilish (or anyone, for that matter) had released. I will certainly add a number of the songs on Happier Than Ever to my regular listening mix. I’m so glad for this release because it completely changed my perception of Billie Eilish and gave me some songs that I was really fond of. Fans of Billie will love this album, and I would definitely recommend Happier Than Ever to lovers of chill pop, as the “acoustic Billie” sound is really fun to listen to. I’m eager to hear what she comes out with next, as this album was very well done. Highlights: Getting Older, I Didn’t Change My Number, Billie Bossa Nova, my future, Lost Cause, Halley’s Comet, Not My Responsibility, OverHeated, Your Power, Therefore I Am, and Happier Than Ever.    … Expand
  100. All_ButTrU4
    Aug 8, 2021
    8
    What we all expected was disappointment, right? It's what the poorly chosen lead singles and divisive aesthetic change planted in the collective mind but now we see it's none of that. Those choices though seemingly messy were deliberately testing out dedication and god is it rewarded. The first song,"Getting Older" is simple but packs a punch. It's a thoughtful meditation on aging andWhat we all expected was disappointment, right? It's what the poorly chosen lead singles and divisive aesthetic change planted in the collective mind but now we see it's none of that. Those choices though seemingly messy were deliberately testing out dedication and god is it rewarded. The first song,"Getting Older" is simple but packs a punch. It's a thoughtful meditation on aging and pressure of fame yet despite the suggested cliché it feels relatable. And she spares no truths as she criticizes herself ("last week i realized i crave pity /when i re-tell a story, i make everything sound worse") admits the killjoy industry effect on singing("things i once enjoyed just keeping me employed now").ironically she doesn't fall into self pity instead seeming mature and semi-omniscient and objective. She isn't complaining she's saying the facts. Finally concluding the nondescript closer with a warning of what's to come ("i've had some trauma,did things i didn't wanna/was too afraid to tell ya but now i think it's time")
    Then the flood gates pour open. The fun bad girl block your man tune begins with a jolting sample of an animal roaring before Billie takes the reigns like a cool kid in a convertible. Even in brief moments like this idiosyncrasies captivate. The perfectly titlee "billie bosa nova" pulls off it's name sake genre without losing her specific sound to a wonderful result followed by the jazzy "my future" which we'd had a year to cherish. Then the sensual "bad guy" sequel,"Oxytocin " slips in describing something so passionate it can only be sinful as religous imagery is utilized to express the forbidden allure (love the female pronoun for god btw great call back to ATGGGTH)
    The carnal "oxytocin " is washed away by the angelic "GOLDWING" where her layered choral vocals sing a paraphrase verse from a sacred Hindu poem. It seems to be about seeking anonymity despite being a celestial being(re:star)one of her best lyrics so far. The chill "stripped back" "Lost Cause" sounds fuller in the context of the project and is a breath of fresh air before the second half of the record (track 8 in a 16 track record)shifts not only the themes but the sound into pure trauma . The doe eyed "Halleys Comet " laments a toxic doomed romance without throwing blame before ending in blissless ignorance. She is so aware of herself that it's like you're watching a well written movie with no perspective neglected. The inclusion of the tour interlude is the only and greatest misstep (2 me, it might grow or seem endearing ) but it feels too long. It should've been shortened. But if that interlude (it's 3:47min long!)discouraged you you won't feel that for long. The sonic salad that is "OverHeated" is a radio ready hit. Like many artists rising post 2013 you can feel Lorde or Lana del Reys influence and that is never as overstated than "OverHeated " which sounds like a sequel to "Sober" from "Melodrama ". It's amazing how she channels her muses even in the quite closer "Male Fantasy " where Lana's ghost basically harmonizes with her while she uses third person narratives as outlets for her own self destructive tendencies. It's such a sincere song it cuts tears from your eyes. The "Liability "-esque "Everybody Dies" takes a nihilistic dogma and makes it a point of distress. Immortality seems scary under this songs gaze as it means eternal vacancy,grief&love. I love the self reflective admission to her stunted maturity due to fame("i sure have a knack for acting like a child ") Are musicians even allowed to be this honest?    … Expand
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  1. Under The Radar
    Sep 15, 2021
    75
    So, whilst it may not boast songs that stick with you for months in the way that Eilish’s first does, Happier Than Ever feels like a project that will age more gracefully and, in years to come, it may even come to eclipse that which came before it.
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  2. Los Angeles Times
    Aug 4, 2021
    80
    “Your Power” is the slowest-and-lowest moment on “Happier Than Ever,” but as a whole the album is softer, quieter, more languid than Eilish’s trap-inflected debut. ... The dreamy-jazzy mode suits her singing, which has never sounded better than it does throughout “Happier Than Ever.”
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  3. The A.V. Club
    Aug 4, 2021
    83
    Billie Eilish’s second album expands upon everything that worked the last time and pushes it in new directions, a creative muse restless and bold in its ambition. It may not always land, but this is a terrific release that proves Eilish’s staying power, demonstrating she’s more than up to the task of delivering on the promise of her debut.
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