Joanne
by Lady Gaga
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8.1

Universal acclaim- based on 3658 Ratings

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  1. helloitsme
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    I'm shook. I can't believe it's a Poker Face singer. It's much more. This album is the pure work with raw voices. So different from what you hear everyday playing on the radio the same songs with no sense. This is way beyond everything I've heard before. Congrats! 10/10
  2. Fosho
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    At first, before the release, I was disappointed with Gaga, because all I wanted was a Pop record and not an indie record, but at the first listen, i completely fell in love with the album, the lyrics, instrumentals and the vocals are amazing!!!
  3. vonzmirlen
    Oct 22, 2016
    9
    Gaga really showed her talent as a lyricist in this record, more than in any other of her previous ones in my opinion. The songs also sound raw, in a sense where you can really hear her voice. I feel like it's one of the best albums I got to listen to in 2016. She really opened up in this album and I think this is something pretty difficult for an artist with that many people waiting forGaga really showed her talent as a lyricist in this record, more than in any other of her previous ones in my opinion. The songs also sound raw, in a sense where you can really hear her voice. I feel like it's one of the best albums I got to listen to in 2016. She really opened up in this album and I think this is something pretty difficult for an artist with that many people waiting for your work.
    JOANNE is a good 9/10.    … Expand
  4. adrianvandelzel
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    Precioso album, para mi parecer uno de los mejores en toda su carrera. Tiene baladas preciosas como Million Reasons o Joanne donde canta con una voz maravillosa. Dncing in Circles, Sinners Prayer o Diamon Heart son una gozada de escuchar y otras como Hey Girl o Just another Day te hacen sacar una sonrisa.
  5. Vmd1406
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    Lady Gaga gives us her most personal album to date, you can hear and feel how she pour her heart out in every song. A record made for her family and her most loyal fans, a record made to reconcile with herself and with her past, leaving aside the charts, the extravagant looks and anything that might leave in the background to what really matters, MUSIC.
    To really enjoy this album, you    Lady Gaga gives us her most personal album to date, you can hear and feel how she pour her heart out in every song. A record made for her family and her most loyal fans, a record made to reconcile with herself and with her past, leaving aside the charts, the extravagant looks and anything that might leave in the background to what really matters, MUSIC.
    To really enjoy this album, you must forget everything you thought you knew about Lady Gaga, open your mind and be aware that she is not simply a popstar, because such a great in all levels reinvention is only possible if you are what Lady Gaga is, a real MUSICIAN.

    The best: Diamond heart, A-YO, Dancin' in circles, Million reasons, Angel down.

    The worst: Sinner's prayer, Just another day    … Expand
  6. Angelic
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    I didn't expected much from this album, I was disappointed with ARTPOP and I expected Joanne to be an album full of fillers and Lady Gaga trying to look more adult. But Joanne is a very emotional album, it's less pop, less dance, but still very enjoyable and more honest, raw. I love Bloodpop and I love him more after this. I can't choose a favorite one, but I definitely can choose my leastI didn't expected much from this album, I was disappointed with ARTPOP and I expected Joanne to be an album full of fillers and Lady Gaga trying to look more adult. But Joanne is a very emotional album, it's less pop, less dance, but still very enjoyable and more honest, raw. I love Bloodpop and I love him more after this. I can't choose a favorite one, but I definitely can choose my least favorite: Come To Mama. Iis cringy and sound like a parody of Mariah Carey. Didn't like Sinner's Prayer either. The deluxe edition contains Grigio Girls and Just Another Day which are nothing special, but also a work tape of Angel Down that worth the whole album to me. The very last seconds of this album will make you cry, I promise.… Expand
  7. AugustBlue
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    JOANNE is the album of the year !
    It's very different from every other sound released this year and that is exactly what I needed.
    Can't wait for the official singles and the music videos.
  8. blunberg_
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    I'm thankful for this album. I've been always begging for some kind of acoustic album and this is the first time she gave us something like that. Angel Down is such a timeless song, amazing. Dancin' in Circles and Diamond Heart are the highlights of a record that will change the norms for pop music.
  9. musoatheart
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    Ten years ago I would have never predicted that I would be completely enamored of Lady Gaga, let alone her music. Joanne, her latest body of work, has opened me up to not only "pop", but to an entire domain of music that Gaga reigns over and makes her own. What are these publications thinking giving this album a 60 and below? Listen to the music and assess this album within its own contextTen years ago I would have never predicted that I would be completely enamored of Lady Gaga, let alone her music. Joanne, her latest body of work, has opened me up to not only "pop", but to an entire domain of music that Gaga reigns over and makes her own. What are these publications thinking giving this album a 60 and below? Listen to the music and assess this album within its own context and ambition--not her previous albums.… Expand
  10. Local
    Oct 22, 2016
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Even though we can see Lady Gaga's true face, "Joanne" fails to deliver. There are 4-5 songs that are upbeat and "Gaga" style, but the rest is just a banch of boring ballads. Her vocals shine in this record (and that's why I gave 6/10 and not 4/10), but it's not enough. I like to see her evolve, but I'd like her to keep the upbeat and fun characteristics that made her famous.… Expand
  11. Haaka
    Oct 22, 2016
    1
    O pior álbum lançado no ano. Joanne é pop sim, um pop ruim, chato, cansativo. Ele também tenta ser country, o pior country que eu já ouvi em toda minha vida. A verdade é que Lady Gaga sempre foi uma personagem criada por grandes empresários por trás de gravadoras e nomes conceituais da moda, a moça por ali, a marionete, sempre foi essa, que vemos no álbum Joanne. Essa mulher foi a queO pior álbum lançado no ano. Joanne é pop sim, um pop ruim, chato, cansativo. Ele também tenta ser country, o pior country que eu já ouvi em toda minha vida. A verdade é que Lady Gaga sempre foi uma personagem criada por grandes empresários por trás de gravadoras e nomes conceituais da moda, a moça por ali, a marionete, sempre foi essa, que vemos no álbum Joanne. Essa mulher foi a que levou um não do LA Reid, lá em 2006 e com certeza levaria um não novamente se apresentasse esse projeto cansativo que é seu novo álbum.… Expand
  12. Wael
    Oct 22, 2016
    8
    Joanne may not be the best Lady Gaga record, but something about it makes it feel and sound so unique. With her fifth full-length LP, Stefani has completely switched gears, making a blend of a rock and country record, employing the help of several masterminds in those domains (Mark Ronson, Beck, Florence Welch, etc..). It's very apparent that Gaga wanted to make the music she genuinelyJoanne may not be the best Lady Gaga record, but something about it makes it feel and sound so unique. With her fifth full-length LP, Stefani has completely switched gears, making a blend of a rock and country record, employing the help of several masterminds in those domains (Mark Ronson, Beck, Florence Welch, etc..). It's very apparent that Gaga wanted to make the music she genuinely felt like creating. The tracks are personal and authentic. Songs like 'John Wayne' and 'A-YO' and lead-single 'Perfect Illusion' make me want to act like a crazy person under the influence, while others like 'Million Reasons' (which is easily the best song on the album) and 'Angel Down' are very emotionally charged. Another highlight is 'Dancin' in Circles', which is as weird as it is catchy. On the other hand, there are songs that fall short, like 'Hey Girl' (I honestly expected more from the incredible collaboration is that Gaga and Florence) and 'Sinner's Prayer' which sounds monotonous and never quite explods.
    All in all, the record is solid and it's quite a good addition to Lady Gaga's catalog.    … Expand
  13. libertylie
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    Lady Gaga reinvent her music yet again as she takes on a country-pop-rock-esque sound on 'Joanne'. With album highlights 'A-YO', 'John Wayne', 'Million Reasons', and 'Come to Mama', Gaga hits another album show a la Born This Way, making an Album of the Year Grammy nomination possible. Her vocals in 'Joanne' are the best yet; the album's been on repeat for days. It's a masterpiece.
  14. fathurals
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    Her best album so far. Diamond Heart is the best song to open the album. You can feel the energy from the beat. My favorite is Come to Mama! Slay Gaga slay!
  15. millieboy7
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    Amazing. A true masterpiece. Stripped of the synths, her voice rises on the pure talent of her lyrical and musical talent. It's so unlike her previous works that it stands out as an honest perspective of the unique mind of the woman who once shocked the world by spectacle and has returned to her true craft, music.
  16. Prone
    Oct 21, 2016
    0
    Lol this is the worst album i've ever heard in my life. Lyrics are cheesy, production is reductive, and Fadga pushes her vocals too hard on every song. Can't believe some people call this a masterpiece.
  17. ayass
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    This is the **** amazing thing i have ever listen, oh sheet it is wonderful an powerful it deserves a grammy nomination for 2017, good luck lady gaga!
  18. thiagofarias
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    Aós uma era conturbada, Gaga nos mostrou que é muito mais que só uma imagem, ou produto pop. Moustrou com Cheek to Cheek a grande vocalista que é, e trouxe essa carga para seu álbum Joanne. Pessoal, bem estruturado, cru, organico, mas sem se tornar entediante. Uma monta russa de sensações em cada faixa. Ouso dizer que é seu melhor álbum até o momento. Boas letras, boa produção, otimosAós uma era conturbada, Gaga nos mostrou que é muito mais que só uma imagem, ou produto pop. Moustrou com Cheek to Cheek a grande vocalista que é, e trouxe essa carga para seu álbum Joanne. Pessoal, bem estruturado, cru, organico, mas sem se tornar entediante. Uma monta russa de sensações em cada faixa. Ouso dizer que é seu melhor álbum até o momento. Boas letras, boa produção, otimos vocais e boas melodias.… Expand
  19. Sharkendy
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    An amazing masterpiece, every single song make me feel tha she's feeling what she's singing. Maybe will not the best seeling album of the year but Who cares? she gave us something really good, she worked hard and if she's happy, we are happy too, ty for this amazing job Mommy we love it.
  20. anthonysalva14
    Oct 21, 2016
    4
    While Lady Gaga has managed to overcome But In This Is A decline Having to seek a gender Another para to call a little attention from the media and say that there was a great invention by her. Choose a producer Mark Ronson As was the worst mistake he has taken in his career and even as their singles that have come out lately.
  21. rastignac
    Oct 21, 2016
    0
    not good.No wonder everyone calls Gaga "Lady Reductive" .. her new album is a reductive mess .. Now Reductive is coping Madonna's "music" era, but songs on the album are bad versions of PINK, AVRIL, MILEY CYRUS songs. Lady Reductive is a tribute artist and she should stick with that, bc she just doesn't know how to make good lyrics, songs and music. Go away Lady, go away Reductive
  22. hausofkostya
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    So personal! Her most beautiful album to date. It made me cry, dance and think. Thank you so much Gaga, always by your side, queen! Greate job Joanne!!!
  23. Divergente
    Oct 21, 2016
    7
    En definitiva no es su mejor trabajo, PERO, es mejor que Artpop. Mis favoritas son John Wayne y Come to mama, Sinner's prayer y Hey girl con Florence Welch.
  24. turnblr
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    Lady Gaga pushed the boundaries of pop music once again with her new album, Joanne. Redefining the industry one hit song at a time. A great example of this is the song Dancin' In Circles. A very unique sound, even for the queen of unique. For anyone who thought Gaga was "over" after ARTPOP and C2C, think again!
  25. AlejandraValez
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    This album is amazing. Very unique and ahead of its time, unlike the generic music on the radio right now. What many people need to realize is that gaga is evolving as an artist; and this is her being her, not being controlled by a record label, or by the mass media. True music and true talent always reigns. It's a shame people don't realize what she has done, and continues to do for pop music.
  26. RaphaelGalvao
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    Gaga com seu vocal maravilhoso e ousado entregou um álbum coeso e orgânico. A melhor faixa do álbum é sem dúvidas Hey Girl, dueto com a deusa Florence Welch
  27. ladyreptilian
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    Well, I'll have to admit that I was waiting for something more pop/ syn th-pop, like iconic The Fame Monster or Born This Way, but definitely Joanne surprised me in a positive way, I really liked to hear Gaga incorporating elements of other music genres on her new songs, like rock (I know that she has done it in BTW before, but it sounds more rock-ish at this time) and country... I, as aWell, I'll have to admit that I was waiting for something more pop/ syn th-pop, like iconic The Fame Monster or Born This Way, but definitely Joanne surprised me in a positive way, I really liked to hear Gaga incorporating elements of other music genres on her new songs, like rock (I know that she has done it in BTW before, but it sounds more rock-ish at this time) and country... I, as a proud fan of her, I'm glad to see her out of her comfort zone AGAIN, without the fear of being harshly criticized by both the media AND some of her fans, and I'm also so glad to hear something so personal from Gaga, I feel like I were closer to her, it's a wonderful sensation!
    Finally, for the 4th time, Gaga got me with her new incredible album Joanne... 10/10 deserved!    … Expand
  28. vianneyl
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    You did it like no-body could do it, Mark and all the people who did the record all together with you just WAUW Gaga! Thank you again for this great and raw record x
  29. adrianirvan
    Oct 21, 2016
    9
    Joanne, Lady Gaga's most stripped down album to date, whether authentic or not, further shows her prowess in today's crowded market for digestible pop music. Personal and brave, this album is a natural successor to Born This Way and it deserves to be so. While lacking some of Gaga's signature dance pop style and persona, Joanne gives a different perspective of the life of Gaga herself byJoanne, Lady Gaga's most stripped down album to date, whether authentic or not, further shows her prowess in today's crowded market for digestible pop music. Personal and brave, this album is a natural successor to Born This Way and it deserves to be so. While lacking some of Gaga's signature dance pop style and persona, Joanne gives a different perspective of the life of Gaga herself by opening a window to Stefani Germanotta's soul.… Expand
  30. silvaferreira
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    This os an amazing work!!! sounds so... "close" to us.. so real!!! By the way, i dont know where people do not see POP in Joanne. It's really pop, without synths or autotune, but real instruments and voice!!!!
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 27
  3. Negative: 0 out of 27
  1. Q Magazine
    Nov 15, 2016
    60
    Flawed though it is, this brave and canny album hits the reset button and buys her a future. [Jan 2017, p.105]
  2. The Quietus
    Nov 11, 2016
    60
    Unfortunately, therein lies the biggest problem with Joanne: for every time that Gaga seemingly breaks free of her shackles and embraces something more “real,” she quickly scuttles back into her comfort zone and hides behind glistening production. This probably isn’t quite the sound of the real Stefani Germanotta, but if you squint hard enough there’s a semblance of a real person in amongst the pop haze.
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  3. Clash Music
    Nov 9, 2016
    70
    Joanne is certainly not the all-conquering opus it was intended to be and will prove divisive, but it remains a daring and exciting record, delivered from one of modern pop’s most unique and singular voices.
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