High As Hope
by Florence + the Machine
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Jun 29, 2018
User Score
8.5

Universal acclaim- based on 499 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 432 out of 499
  2. Mixed: 26 out of 499
  3. Negative: 41 out of 499
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  1. Swiifitie
    May 21, 2023
    10
    Um dos meus álbuns favoritos, uma obra-prima! Algumas músicas te fazer sentir tanto...os instrumentais são perfeitos!
  2. AmandaMT
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Melhor album desde HOW BIG, HOW BLUE, HOW BEAUTIFUL. Amo como ela foi mais crua aqui, se tornará um clássico.
  3. jorsian
    Feb 15, 2023
    7
    There is no doubt that this is a more subdued entry into the F+TM canon, but no less Florence captures some magical moments here. Most of the songs unfurl to reveal grand moments that take the listener by surprise. Some of the songs do feel a bit muddled or just lacking a definitive direction and sort of vacillate in-between calm and terror. It is clear that Florence has matured into aThere is no doubt that this is a more subdued entry into the F+TM canon, but no less Florence captures some magical moments here. Most of the songs unfurl to reveal grand moments that take the listener by surprise. Some of the songs do feel a bit muddled or just lacking a definitive direction and sort of vacillate in-between calm and terror. It is clear that Florence has matured into a more stripped back, introspective sound here and it may come as a disappointment to early listeners who are fond of the grand orchestral stadium anthems of her early career. No less, if one can sit with these songs for a moment and take them for what they are - pure, delicate, subdued but not without depth - they will find a lot to like.… Expand
  4. WaniasDiaz
    May 15, 2022
    10
    In their fourth studio album, Florence Welch and her titular Machine return with a somber tale of resilience, growth and the beautiful chaos of being human.
  5. RiLitros
    May 11, 2022
    7
    Lacks on production, it was intentional, ok, but why? There is no reason for this in 2018, or any other time. At least we have such beutiful and brilliant moments from Florence (June, Hunger, Patricia, even Grace). And a quasi-masterpiece as "100 years" - with the multi-layered power of percussion and sometimes a little orchestration, specially when live-performed. But is clearly theLacks on production, it was intentional, ok, but why? There is no reason for this in 2018, or any other time. At least we have such beutiful and brilliant moments from Florence (June, Hunger, Patricia, even Grace). And a quasi-masterpiece as "100 years" - with the multi-layered power of percussion and sometimes a little orchestration, specially when live-performed. But is clearly the worst album from them until now. I still miss the Machine-side, but is one more Florence's good work, afterall.… Expand
  6. Sidneilopez
    Nov 26, 2021
    10
    Esse álbum com certeza é um dos meus favoritos da banda Florence Welch foi uma grande produtora nesse álbum,e os seus vocais poderosos como sempre
  7. keroxsan
    Jul 3, 2021
    9
    This is my second favorite Florence album. I really like the production of all the tracks, it makes the tracks feel raw and authentic. I also really like her lyrics on this album. They're very personal and they really make me feel connected to the album. My favorite tracks are South London Forever, Big God, 100 Years, Patricia, The End of Love and Grace.
  8. DRTJ
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Favorite track: "The End of Love"
    Least favorite track: "Big God"
    I'm convinced Florence + the Machine can do no wrong. After the monumental "How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful," I was eagerly looking forward to what Florence Welch would come up with next. And she didn't disappoint. "High as Hope" is a softer album than any of her previous work, and some it has a slower vibe than    Favorite track: "The End of Love"
    Least favorite track: "Big God"

    I'm convinced Florence + the Machine can do no wrong. After the monumental "How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful," I was eagerly looking forward to what Florence Welch would come up with next. And she didn't disappoint. "High as Hope" is a softer album than any of her previous work, and some it has a slower vibe than expected. But the album still houses her powerful signature songwriting and imagery, and even brings back some of the more folky nature of her debut "Lungs." There is a lot of triumph on this album, with songs like "South London Forever" and "Patricia" declaring love for places and people of the past with brass instrumentals and upbeat tempos. But the greatest work comes from the slower and heartfelt personal ballads: both "Grace" and "The End of Love" took my breath away the first time I listened to them and still do today. "Big God" is the only experimental song, and while I have it listed as my least favorite, that's only because its darker themes and sounds seem odd compared to the rest of the album.    … Expand
  9. DisconsiderMe
    May 30, 2020
    7
    This is my least favorite Florence album, a lot of songs just don't connect to me. / Meu álbum menos favorito da banda, algumas músicas simplesmente não conectam comigo.
    Top 3 songs/músicas:
    3- June
    2- Patricia
    1- Hunger
  10. perrydelrey
    Jan 26, 2020
    10
    Esse álbum, sem dúvida alguma, é o melhor da carreira da banda e também do ano de 2018. É uma junção extraordinária de melodia + letra + vocais que fazem com que não se consiga pular uma faixa sequer. Florence + The Machine demonstram evoluir a cada álbum que lançam e chegaram em seu auge artístico durante a era High As Hope. Simplesmente Magnífico!
  11. Enterka
    Nov 14, 2019
    8
    Good and bop album! Hunger is best in album. Thanks Florence. And again thanks! Crying so much
  12. SandyCaso
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    Florence Welch keeps writing magic music. This album has lyrics that are raw and beautiful, and the melodies that accompany them will make you feel so much of everything. Thank you Florence + The Machine for recording this album.
  13. Musicforme
    Jul 29, 2019
    10
    Sometimes you don't need all those magical fantasy from "Lungs". Sometimes you don't need all those bombastic wailing and witchcraft from "Ceremonial". And sometimes you don't want the anger, hatred and painful from "How big, How blue, How beautiful". High as Hope touches the part of us that we often take for granted ; emotion. It start slows, and end that make you weep. Like a restingSometimes you don't need all those magical fantasy from "Lungs". Sometimes you don't need all those bombastic wailing and witchcraft from "Ceremonial". And sometimes you don't want the anger, hatred and painful from "How big, How blue, How beautiful". High as Hope touches the part of us that we often take for granted ; emotion. It start slows, and end that make you weep. Like a resting forlorn rain after the unnerving storm. This album taught me to be at peace, on what any trouble the world offer.… Expand
  14. ewhite
    Jun 29, 2019
    10
    One of the strongest albums of 2018. A bold and beautiful record with very powerful lyrics. Deserved to win multiple Grammys. Favorite tracks: Hunger, Big God, Sky Full Of Song, Grace, Patricia
  15. Dancho
    Jun 25, 2019
    9
    This a great record with some of my favourite Florence + The Machine songs. I love it!
  16. RafaelSeixas
    May 19, 2019
    10
    Eu sou fã da imponência instrumental que as músicas de High as Hope tomam no decorrer dos minutos (em June, essa produção casa totalmente com o propósito da composição). É um dos melhores álbuns alternativos de 2018, sem sombra de dúvidas. É sensível, poderoso, intenso, complexo e, ao mesmo tempo, de uma fácil leitura tão grande que transborda aos olhos ainda nos primeiros acordes.Eu sou fã da imponência instrumental que as músicas de High as Hope tomam no decorrer dos minutos (em June, essa produção casa totalmente com o propósito da composição). É um dos melhores álbuns alternativos de 2018, sem sombra de dúvidas. É sensível, poderoso, intenso, complexo e, ao mesmo tempo, de uma fácil leitura tão grande que transborda aos olhos ainda nos primeiros acordes. MARAVILHOSO!!… Expand
  17. tristian
    May 19, 2019
    10
    A PERFECT ALBUM. Florence’s voice is perfect, the music is perfect, the lyrics are perfect. Everything is perfect. I love both Ceremonials and High As Hope
  18. RafaelSantoSX
    Apr 19, 2019
    10
    Welch traz os seus fardos passados para esse álbum fazendo com que tudo se transforme em uma grande e enorme poesia musical gostosa para os ouvidos. Todas as faixas tem uma sonoridade boa e bem produzida, trazendo assim a elevação da alma. O álbum mais bem produzido e acabado da Florence + The Machine.
  19. jkbkowalski
    Apr 10, 2019
    10
    This album is a symbol of the maturity as an artist for Florence. Lyrics are so deep, sometimes even painful for listeners. Very minimalistic production, but in couple of songs the production is standing out. This is a short and very cohesive album, congratulations for the whole band!
  20. HAFowler
    Oct 4, 2018
    10
    I have not loved a FatM album like this since Lungs. It's one of my VERY rare no-skip records, and I'm just entranced by every story on every haunting track. You can taste Flo's emotions, and it's REALLY hard not to sing along.

    I almost never buy physical CDs anymore, but I bought this one.
  21. MusicAnswers
    Sep 6, 2018
    7
    Florence Welch is back with another album, and this time she took more of the control than in previous albums. While I think its important that she works independently, and works by herself as a self-independent band.

    I must say that the album moves in a different direction than previous tracks, and this is why I am seeing very mixed reviews, and seeing the critics range in the mid    Florence Welch is back with another album, and this time she took more of the control than in previous albums. While I think its important that she works independently, and works by herself as a self-independent band.

    I must say that the album moves in a different direction than previous tracks, and this is why I am seeing very mixed reviews, and seeing the critics range in the mid 70(s).

    Overall Florence put out an great album as always, and is currently embracing a world wide tour.    … Expand
  22. mattiazisa
    Sep 5, 2018
    9
    Florence Welch made up with herself.
    Maybe it's not the best album of the band, but "High as Hope" is for sure the most personal between all of them. Florence bares her soul in front of all her fans, telling her truth, making herself completely vulnerable. And, in my opinion, it worked perfectly.
    I think this is a transition album, a fine that closes a dark period but opens up into a    Florence Welch made up with herself.
    Maybe it's not the best album of the band, but "High as Hope" is for sure the most personal between all of them. Florence bares her soul in front of all her fans, telling her truth, making herself completely vulnerable. And, in my opinion, it worked perfectly.
    I think this is a transition album, a fine that closes a dark period but opens up into a better one.
    It's a winning for her, for the band and also for the fans.

    The production is overall quite good, the lyrics are incredible and the vibe is both nostalgic and energetic. I loved it from the beginning to the end.
    It could be longer in my opinion (40 mins are not much).

    My top 3 songs is:
    1. "The end of love"
    2. "Hunger"
    3. "June"

    Florence Welch is a new person now.
    Florence + the Machine is a new band too.
    Everybody should love them.

    8,7/10 (9 for Metascore)    … Expand
  23. kiki78
    Aug 22, 2018
    10
    Flo is my fave for many years, so i am probably biased.
    Definitely getting better with every album.
    It is extremely personal, intimate and emotional. Not just music, but set of poems and confessions, lyrics heavy, and needs to be listened more times, to connect things. Grace is emotionally devastating OTT for me, well im not sure if its any good, to listen something and cry like baby    Flo is my fave for many years, so i am probably biased.
    Definitely getting better with every album.
    It is extremely personal, intimate and emotional. Not just music, but set of poems and confessions, lyrics heavy, and needs to be listened more times, to connect things.
    Grace is emotionally devastating OTT for me, well im not sure if its any good, to listen something and cry like baby all the way - tho - well done Flo srsly. Big God probably my favorite, kind of reminds me Fever Ray's older stuff.
    Wonderful piece of art, loving it.    … Expand
  24. bodakyellow
    Aug 19, 2018
    8
    In both a lyrical and instrumental aspect, High as Hope is the band's best work yet with a more stripped-down feel in most of the tracks. Florence sings about even touchier topics than in her previous album "HBHBHB". Favourite tracks: Hunger, Big God, Patricia, No Choir
  25. unusualhubris
    Aug 15, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 'High as Hope' indicates a massive change in the story of Florence + the Machine. A far cry from the decadent grandeur of her past three works, she took a massive risk with pairing it back, but it's one I believe truly pays off. She conveys the raw emotions she has faced throughout her life beautifully, from candidly talking about eating disorders in 'Hunger' to her grandmother's suicide in 'The End of Love', she allows us to see the vulnerable side of a generally powerful icon. But not only does she take a risk with such topic matters, she pairs down the instrumentals, truly allowing her voice to ring out, unlike previous albums where there were complaints of the instrumentals taking over a voice. Every song is an absolute knockout, and this has become the best album of 2018 so far for me.… Expand
  26. Brendonh93
    Jul 26, 2018
    8
    As always her body of work is always breathtaking, however I feel there is a certain something missing in it but can not escape the fact that there are some beautiful meoldies and lyricism included in this album.
  27. emissary2012
    Jul 8, 2018
    10
    It is a highly emotional album, I am really moved by it and it brought me to tears. I am giving this rating purely based my adore on Florence and the machine. Objectively, I would actually give it an 8 due to the transition between songs can seemly disconnect. I prefer music video vision of Hunger with 15 seconds intro.
  28. MelBozzato
    Jul 7, 2018
    10
    Beautiful album. With it, Florence has the ability to transmit calmness and is capable to transcend her music to another realm.
  29. TheusFurler
    Jul 6, 2018
    10
    Excellent from the first song to the last. I loved every aspect from this album, the lyrics and instrumentals are on point. AOTY!
  30. arnazmursidp
    Jul 6, 2018
    10
    All of the songs are perfectly slow burn yet it grows on you quite fast, Hunger, Sky Full Of Song, Big God, The End of Love, and Patricia are my highlights, especially that end of Patricia is super hopeful and beautiful. from banging drums to that beautiful string arrangement, just magnificent
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Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 29 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 29
  3. Negative: 0 out of 29
  1. Under The Radar
    Aug 6, 2018
    75
    While there may be no obvious "stadium" moments here to compare with "Ship to Wreck" from 2015's How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful or the massive "Shake It Out" from 2011's Ceremonials, aside, perhaps from recent single "Big God," this is a deep well of an album that demands repeated listens--the subtleties and intricacies revealing themselves satisfyingly and sometimes inspiringly as time goes on.
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  2. Uncut
    Jul 19, 2018
    70
    Sober and joyful. [Sep 2018, p.29]
  3. No Ripcord
    Jul 11, 2018
    70
    By stripping everything back, it often ends up just being a distillation of their sound. The songs are familiar but frustratingly lack any colour or character.
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