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6.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 80 Ratings

  • Summary: The sixth full-length studio release for the R&B singer features guest appearances from Missy Elliott and Pitbull (as well as Joe Jonas on the Deluxe edition).
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. Tiny Mix Tapes
    May 15, 2015
    80
    Jackie doesn’t often transcend its own well-established boundaries, and it doesn’t flow as ***Flawlessly as TMT favorites Beyoncé or 1989 (much of Jackie’s most interesting moments occur in its first half), yet it is a solid alternative for those craving that rare and varied pop gem that warrants repeated listens.
  2. Spin
    May 6, 2015
    80
    The strong-heeled Jackie is far from conservative, and possibly more daring, with three of the year’s best songs at the very top, middle, and bottom.
  3. Exclaim
    May 6, 2015
    70
    Jackie is unlikely to vault Ciara into the stratosphere, but it's a solidly produced effort that features an artist comfortable with who she is both privately and as an artist.
  4. AllMusic
    May 18, 2015
    50
    A stilted album.
  5. Complex
    May 6, 2015
    40
    For what it’s worth, Ciara’s voice sounds stronger than ever. It’s just much of what she’s singing lacks a certain oomph.
  6. Billboard.com
    May 6, 2015
    40
    Jackie feels like a missed opportunity for a talented artist to connect with fans in a new way.
  7. NOW Magazine
    May 21, 2015
    40
    Not for the first time, Ciara is suffering from a case of mixed-bag syndrome, a situation that seems even direr on the 16-track deluxe version, which has two unnecessary alternate versions of I Bet.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. VictorFernande
    Aug 23, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is so... INCREDIBLE... a mixture of pop and R&B and was where Ciara relmente showed all his strength ... INCREDIBLE!
    And there's much more to show!    … Expand
  2. Daniel1986
    May 6, 2015
    10
    For me this album is great. The songs are on point, her singing skills have improved and the whole record shows how she is evolving in a moreFor me this album is great. The songs are on point, her singing skills have improved and the whole record shows how she is evolving in a more consistent artist. Some people seems to hate without any reason but she keeps getting stronger and getting more confident despite that. Just give this album a try, you are not going to regret it.… Expand
  4. ladayelayne21
    Feb 26, 2016
    10
    The Jackie album was a real surprise for me I really thought that the album was going to be an angst filled collection of songs but insteadThe Jackie album was a real surprise for me I really thought that the album was going to be an angst filled collection of songs but instead Jackie delivers a really strong message of survival, letting go and moving on. I loved Only One, Kiss and Tell, Lullaby, DLWML, Fly and I Bet and I have a special place in my heart for the song Ciara dedicated to her baby boy. The lyrics are expressive and uplifting and the music videos are cutting edge and will definitely inspire imitation.… Expand
  5. ryanloveslana
    May 10, 2015
    10
    An improvement over Ciara (2013), the album Jackie features more dance-pop-RNB songs and more ballads. How odd to not find or see an ParentalAn improvement over Ciara (2013), the album Jackie features more dance-pop-RNB songs and more ballads. How odd to not find or see an Parental Advisory notification on appearing on this record. Also, I notice her vocal and singing abilities appear to be in excellent condition on this record. Standout tracks on this album are "All Good" "I Bet", "Dance Like Were Making Love", and "Give Me Love".… Expand
  6. rhemmings
    May 6, 2015
    10
    This is ciara's best album. The songs are a masterpiece, the production and composition is excellent and her vocals are stronger than herThis is ciara's best album. The songs are a masterpiece, the production and composition is excellent and her vocals are stronger than her previous albums. I have a feeling this is ciara best album and will perform well on the charts. this album is worth a listen and buying. Best songs on the album are: That's how i'm feelin, dance like we making love, Fly, i bet, i bet remix ft joe jonas, one woman army, give me love, i got you and only one… Expand
  7. Wellyver
    May 9, 2015
    9
    That's a very good album. Although I always though her strongest was her R&B songs, she proves that she can deliver a pop record like nobodyThat's a very good album. Although I always though her strongest was her R&B songs, she proves that she can deliver a pop record like nobody else. The album has a some great jams.… Expand
  8. Felipecritic
    Dec 20, 2017
    7
    Esse álbum é subestimado. Ele consegue ser viciante e comercial, algo que está escasso na indústria musical atual, em que a música é comercialEsse álbum é subestimado. Ele consegue ser viciante e comercial, algo que está escasso na indústria musical atual, em que a música é comercial mas é fraca e enjoativa. Ciara ainda é uma ótima artista, cantora, dançarina, ela é completa.… Expand

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