Harry's House
by Harry Styles
  • Record Label: Columbia
  • Release Date: May 20, 2022
User Score
8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 640 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 522 out of 640
  2. Mixed: 54 out of 640
  3. Negative: 64 out of 640
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  1. All_ButTrU4
    May 20, 2022
    6
    Harry's House : 6.9
    I think it's no controversial opinion that Harry is not one for lyrics. His music sounds good and can make you feel so too but it's nothing to analyze, immediacy over complexity. And that is no bad thing in itself but can present hurdles in the moments where he aspires for depth. The aforementioned is what plagued his entire debut ,one or two songs off of "Fine Line"    Harry's House : 6.9
    I think it's no controversial opinion that Harry is not one for lyrics. His music sounds good and can make you feel so too but it's nothing to analyze, immediacy over complexity. And that is no bad thing in itself but can present hurdles in the moments where he aspires for depth. The aforementioned is what plagued his entire debut ,one or two songs off of "Fine Line" and the first half of Harry's Latest accomplishment. It really hones its mood but becomes truly magnificent when it pushes itself. The lead single felt like an average "Laurel Hell" outtake but that is no negative criticism it's just expected. "Music for a sushi restaurant " is a smart choice for opener as it introduces his new sound without alienating but sounding really good while doing it,horns never hurt a Harry song . The following song is a upbeat potential single that presents harmless fun as it seeks to please a partner who they've obsessed over. "Little freak " sounds like the descendent of "kiwi" if "kiwi" was blended into "only angel", it's fun but do I really need to hear it? No not really. For me the album really starts taking off on "Matilda" . Something about that song just pulls you in and dwells in it's regret, a feeling Harry has historically been good at invoking. "Grapejuice "is a continuous of the recurring theme of fruits as song titles. The lyrics feel trite at times but the production and his delivery do enough to convince you that they resonate. Who ever produced this album needs some good head because goddamn is this stuff fresh ,the guitar licks,layering and flourishes just sound so satisfying. "Daylight " sits alongside "as it was" in it's uninteresting similarities but is rescued by that guitar break that shreds following the first verse. It's generally so reminiscent of St. Vincent Masseduction but in the best of ways. "Cinema" bares the brunt of being the least essential track but it's sure to become a fan favorite given his growl towards the end and poor attempt at being lustful,edgy and enamored, like him saying "getting yourself wet for me" felt extremely cringey. "Daydreaming ","Satellite" & "Boyfriend " are my favorites of the album and potentially one of my favorite songs of 2022. They excel because they are naked and revealing, they aren't attempting to be hits or pander in other ways no. Instead they just deliver and God will you feel those shivers. The production is top notch .

    Overall Harry's House shows growth but due to his commercial aspirations they is a fair amount of fillers. And his writing on most of the songs is a difficult handicap that stops him from grasping a fraction of the prowess his idols displayed on their first few releases.    … Expand
  2. submnibiriyae
    May 20, 2022
    6
    Songs repeat and repeat…
    Not bad album, but all the instruments are the same, and all the songs sound the same. A thing I like is that he uses instruments and not synths only. Anyways, good lyricism, but repeats again.
  3. triskelionitis
    May 23, 2022
    5
    Nothing groundbreaking about this album, it'd be at the bottom of the list if no one knew who the artist was, there's truly nothing new about it and his sound is repetitive, just like his themes/lyrics. The production and sound mixing carry his album like they have before and his fans will carry the success because surely there's not much there but what every white male musician is puttingNothing groundbreaking about this album, it'd be at the bottom of the list if no one knew who the artist was, there's truly nothing new about it and his sound is repetitive, just like his themes/lyrics. The production and sound mixing carry his album like they have before and his fans will carry the success because surely there's not much there but what every white male musician is putting out & it's sad cause there's many artists out there pushing the boundaries, but Harry is not one.… Expand
  4. gianivalen
    May 21, 2022
    6
    OK album, but totally mid compared to Fine Line and HS. Almost no lyrics stick out, except for a couple of songs.
  5. aaedenn
    May 20, 2022
    6
    This album is tolerable. There are weak spots though, and it would be unwise to forget those. Each time I've turned this album on, I've quickly gotten bored and turned on something else. Again though, that's not to say it's bad, more just bland. This album likely would have sounded better a couple years ago in the midst of quarantine, but it just sounds mediocre now.
  6. Wanesta
    May 20, 2022
    7
    Harry is becoming a force to be reckoned with but on his third studio album, we are slowly losing the charm that created him in the first place, giving Ed Sheeran a run for his money. The sad songs and slower-tempo songs sound all the same while he's at his peak on happier up-tempo songs that are chilling and inspiring. It's still a great piece of work, but in all honesty, it was hard toHarry is becoming a force to be reckoned with but on his third studio album, we are slowly losing the charm that created him in the first place, giving Ed Sheeran a run for his money. The sad songs and slower-tempo songs sound all the same while he's at his peak on happier up-tempo songs that are chilling and inspiring. It's still a great piece of work, but in all honesty, it was hard to top "Fine Line". He's getting lost between the artistic vision and still wanting hits like our old boy Eddie, why most song have easy annoying choruses, but with interesting instrumentals nonetheless.… Expand
  7. Gilvpb
    May 22, 2022
    6
    Harry is one of the greatest name in pop music, so it's obvious that his new album going to have a excellent production. Not a bad work, but boring. The real thing is the pop music sounds like a compilation with music who was done before. If you want good new pop music, get away from US and UK artists.
  8. KHgB88
    May 20, 2022
    10
    Amazing album! I didn't know exactly what to expect but he surprised me in a very positive way.
  9. Hscoa
    Jun 27, 2022
    4
    It's got some bangers on the first half of the album, but the second half is just so BORING. This **** makes me want to SNOOOOZEEEE. This **** makes me fall asleep faster than my mom singing three year old me to sleep. Best songs are Late Night Talking, Grapejuice, MFASR, and As It Was.
  10. Jessicaantal13
    Aug 23, 2022
    5
    Definitely my least favorite album from Harry. There’s some good songs but some that fall very flat which is disappointing for an artist of his caliber. He can do better.
  11. SuzanneK
    May 20, 2022
    5
    A surprising album, yet I personally found it underwhelming. As It Was seems to be a standout in this album. It's known not to expect Harry's song to be lyrics focused, but I found this album particularely flat. It relies so heavily on the production that after three or four songs, it all starts to feel similar without interesting lyrics, a hook or genre change to help differantiate songs.A surprising album, yet I personally found it underwhelming. As It Was seems to be a standout in this album. It's known not to expect Harry's song to be lyrics focused, but I found this album particularely flat. It relies so heavily on the production that after three or four songs, it all starts to feel similar without interesting lyrics, a hook or genre change to help differantiate songs. Matilda and Little Freak are exceptions to this. For me, the highlights of the album, together with As It Was. The album is cohesive but unfortunately in a slightly boring way, which doesn't seem to invite us to re-listen to the album in full or in order but rather add some songs to a few playlists and leave the rest.… Expand
  12. Betcoo
    May 20, 2022
    1
    Very boring, Harry lost all of the charisma and expression seen in Fine Line and his Self Titled. Not a single song from this album breaks the monotony besides As It Was. Was hoping for much better.
  13. LuciaF
    May 20, 2022
    10
    Incredible musically, the instrumentation is so on point, beautiful vocals and heavenly production.
    Every song slaps. Great album
  14. Sim1
    May 20, 2022
    10
    This album is truly an experience!

    The journey from Harry Styles to Fine Line and now to Harry’s House is truly astonishing and a wonderful and blessed journey to be apart of! The evolution of his lyricism, his voice and how he puts together an album is amazing. Compared to its predecessor, Harry’s house is probably less radio friendly, but it’s his most relaxed and sonically cohesive    This album is truly an experience!

    The journey from Harry Styles to Fine Line and now to Harry’s House is truly astonishing and a wonderful and blessed journey to be apart of! The evolution of his lyricism, his voice and how he puts together an album is amazing. Compared to its predecessor, Harry’s house is probably less radio friendly, but it’s his most relaxed and sonically cohesive album yet. It’s like listening to one big song, which has distinct parts (songs) but the connection is truly there. I was excited for this album, with high expectations and a fear of a total letdown but I was truly surprised and in a good way! This is definitely an album which should be listened to top to bottom, in the order chosen, because the ride you’re on is just on a whole other level! Fantastic!    … Expand
  15. GinaPatterson
    May 20, 2022
    10
    A brilliant album full of clever writing and production. Every song is a journey which takes us to a new dimension. Vocals are powerful and versatile. He keeps pushing boundaries and showing how to take risks successfully with his music. His best album to date.
  16. Tayn
    May 20, 2022
    10
    ..........................Best album of this year..........................
  17. mariapaulaveag
    May 20, 2022
    10
    La estética del álbum definitivamente te introduce a lo que vas a escuchar. En pocas palabras, te transmite paz, calma y a la vez felicidad. Cuando terminas de escucharlo y piensas en elegir tu favorita es totalmente imposible.
    Muy buen álbum.
  18. Evrimerve
    May 20, 2022
    10
    His best album yet. Great production, i really love his vocal use in this record
  19. gibibikow
    May 20, 2022
    10
    The production is so good, I was amazed with all the sounds, his voice is so good here, so mature and he’s playing with different notes, it’s amazing.
  20. Fabiancsc
    May 20, 2022
    10
    Wonderful, this is a more intimate album with a touch where Harry ventures into a new style that at times has certain shades of Funk. This work becomes the most intimate and special look of the great Harry Styles.
  21. Dd03
    May 20, 2022
    10
    Different sound. A lot of great tracks. His voice sounds so smooth. Lovely album!
  22. goldentyles
    May 20, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. His best work to date. you can sense sounds from his previous work but somehow he managed to bring a new and interning project to life!… Expand
  23. samuelDjackson
    May 20, 2022
    10
    His best work yet. When the last notes on Love of my Life play you just don’t wanna leave Harry’s House and you have to knock on the door again.
  24. mslcdybird
    May 20, 2022
    10
    great songs. zero skips. all the songs sound very different but the album is still really sonically cohesive.
  25. tahmog
    May 20, 2022
    10
    this album is fantastic. no skips. his vocals are incredible, the instruments, the production, really pure talent.
  26. Justkeepondance
    May 20, 2022
    10
    This is undeniably Harry's best work. I am blown away by how much he has grown since his first album. The production is immaculate, the vocals are on point. Thank you Harry.
  27. hey_itsmira
    May 20, 2022
    10
    His self-titled album had a 60's rock influence, Fine Line a 70's, and now Harry's House goes through the 80's disco era. And while the influences progress, Harry doesn't forget what he's learned from past releases. The bass and guitars from his first album that were so solid are present here, along with the horn sections that captivated many in Watermelon Sugar, Fine Line and Golden. AndHis self-titled album had a 60's rock influence, Fine Line a 70's, and now Harry's House goes through the 80's disco era. And while the influences progress, Harry doesn't forget what he's learned from past releases. The bass and guitars from his first album that were so solid are present here, along with the horn sections that captivated many in Watermelon Sugar, Fine Line and Golden. And while the album does have the consistency of a disco influence added to his own style, it doesn't sound repetitive, with each track makings its own statement. Another win for Harry in what seems to be a career peak, though I'd say it's just the start for him.… Expand
  28. alexpeagan
    May 20, 2022
    10
    Outdone himself once again. From lyricism to voice to overall production of the songs as well as its aesthetic no one can ask for more. Definitely a no skip album! Job well done
  29. Eliiiise
    May 20, 2022
    10
    What a Fantastic album ! Love the vocals and gonna be listening to it on repeat really
  30. palimoko
    May 20, 2022
    10
    The production is unbelievable and the lyrics are so intimate you feel you're reading his journal. Perfect album.
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Universal acclaim - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
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  2. Mixed: 3 out of 26
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  1. Sputnikmusic
    May 31, 2022
    52
    Ultimately, Harry's House doesn’t really go anywhere or do much of anything at all. It breezes by with songs that seemed designed for the festival circuit and that are interesting and experimental enough that they’ll fit with Harry’s aesthetic without being too alienating for radio, almost as if he and his team couldn’t decide which was more important to them, so they went with neither.
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  2. AllMusic
    May 27, 2022
    90
    Harry's House is what happens when Styles steps out of the spotlight to live his life. And despite the fact that there's nothing as immortal as "Watermelon Sugar" to be found, this album, as a whole, has solid bones and is sturdy enough to last.
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  3. PopMatters
    May 26, 2022
    90
    On an album that, through its title, implies intimacy and solitude, Styles shows there are no four walls that can contain him.
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