Jackie
by Ciara
  • Record Label: Epic
  • Release Date: May 4, 2015
Metascore
60

Mixed or average reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
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  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.
  5. Pitchfork
    May 8, 2015
    68
    The problems with Jackie, a serviceable record that gets better with multiple listens, is that unlike her previous releases it's more heavily focused on paint-by-numbers Dr. Luke electro.

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User Score
6.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 80 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 48 out of 80
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 80
  3. Negative: 26 out of 80
  1. thaleslucas
    May 7, 2015
    8
    Probably this is the best album of Ciara I've ever heard in her discography. The album goes beyond just be limited to "dance" and "animate",Probably this is the best album of Ciara I've ever heard in her discography. The album goes beyond just be limited to "dance" and "animate", it has more feelings and life than the others albums. Here we see a sentimental Ciara, mother, mature woman and, above all, she loves what she does. She placed great vocal in highly developed compositions and that's enough to prove that Cici's back with her best of all.… Full Review »
  2. descuff
    May 8, 2015
    8
    As much as I want to give Ciara a 10, I have to acknowledge that this is not her best work. That honor belong to Ciara's Self-Titled. HoweverAs much as I want to give Ciara a 10, I have to acknowledge that this is not her best work. That honor belong to Ciara's Self-Titled. However this album is special in that it continues to broadcast Ciara's evolution as an artist. Be warned, listeners may be turned off at first but several of these songs are growers, meaning they seem a lot better after a few listens. Initially, I did not enjoy most of the album despite being a major Ciara's fan but after a week I came to appreciate the work put into it. Fans may be put off when they find that this album is a break-up album or completely relating to her mother. Nevertheless, Ciara turns to pop music to provide her upbeat music. Jackie (B.M.F.), One Woman Army (and Intro), and I Bet (R3HAB remix) will get the blood pumping. I Bet (and the Joe Jonas remix), Only One, I Got You, and Lullaby will leave you emotional. Dance Like We're Making Love, is a definite hit. Sadly I am disappointed in one song, This is How I'm Feeling. I always loved the team of Missy and Ciara but this song does not do their previous songs together justice, even with an aid from Pitbull.
    Overall a fairly above average album with decent to great songs.    … Full Review »
  3. 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.… Full Review »
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