Joanne
by Lady Gaga
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8.1

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  1. Drain93
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    Uno dei migliori album del 2016. Lady Gaga ha dimostrato di poter andare oltre l'apparenza producendo questo vocal album ricco di tracce potenti dallo stampo country.
  2. greatwightsatan
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    Haters can say what they want, this album is full of bangers and ballads that are genuine and heartfelt. In my opinion as a long term gaga fan from before her first album even came out, this is her best work since The Fame Monster.
    Maybe it's just me, but it's nice to hear her music grow past pop and onto something more substantial and yet still catchy.
    John Wayne may be one of my top    Haters can say what they want, this album is full of bangers and ballads that are genuine and heartfelt. In my opinion as a long term gaga fan from before her first album even came out, this is her best work since The Fame Monster.
    Maybe it's just me, but it's nice to hear her music grow past pop and onto something more substantial and yet still catchy.
    John Wayne may be one of my top favorites of hers now.    … Expand
  3. imuser
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    Um álbum coeso, bem escrito e bem produzido. Lady Gaga consegue mais uma vez se reinventar como artista. Um ótimo álbum para começar um novo momento na carreira.
  4. Eyezofice
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    This album is so beautiful and one thing I love about it is that it is completely different then all of her other ones. It's super personal and she really poured her heart out for it. Thanks Gaga
  5. losjrx
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    Wow. This album shows Gaga in her best. Maybe the best of her career. It shows an evolution of the artist after the not-good-enough ARTPOP. We need more albuns like that. Best tracks: Diamond Heart and Joanne.
  6. fernandoescalan
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. me encanta es el mejor album de Gaga que he escuchado y en sonidos todo me encanta demasiado, mis favoritas son dancin in circles, angel down , john wayne y joanne.… Expand
  7. Lucasfernandes
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    Melhor álbum lancado neste ano e talvez o melhor da carreira. Bem orgânico, destaque para a voz da cantora que está maravilhosa e para a composição da letra, o conjunto, que está maravilhoso.
  8. EmaMercy
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I confess it was not a big fan, but i look her sing the national anthem on super bowl and her voice surprised me. So, i decided to research on her and i found that her has a jazz album glorious with legend Tony Bennett. Another surprise! So, i decided to wait for the release this, Joanne. And... DAMN!!! I'm surprised again. You have a powerful voice Lady Gaga. And this album is uncooked and so genuine. Congrats! You won a new fan :)… Expand
  9. erika7867
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    First I must say that I have been a gaga fan for years now. I've followed her no matter what - appreciating and embracing her out of this world fashion and sound. I really became a fan after I realized holy sh*% this girl has real TALENT. It's so rare to find a mega pop star that has the whole package, but Gaga is it. With Joanne, she's finally showcasing what she's all about. This isn't aFirst I must say that I have been a gaga fan for years now. I've followed her no matter what - appreciating and embracing her out of this world fashion and sound. I really became a fan after I realized holy sh*% this girl has real TALENT. It's so rare to find a mega pop star that has the whole package, but Gaga is it. With Joanne, she's finally showcasing what she's all about. This isn't a "new" or "stripped down" version of Gaga - this is who she is and has always been. Through the album you get to hear her raw vocals and meaningful lyrics that will make you truly appreciate her natural talent. The themes throughout focus on societal and global issues as well as heartbreak and healing. I am so thankful that Gaga decided to share this part of her with the world and I hope that everyone can come together in appreciating it.… Expand
  10. josedavidhcu
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    Absolutely a great album from her, wasn't expecting this sound, but now, I can say it's my favorite album from hers, so personal, the music production, these vocals. It it's too good to be true
  11. joannesprayer
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    This album is fantastic. It's full of emotion,her vocals are raw and beautiful. There are fun songs (Diamond Heart,A-Yo,Dancin in Circles,John Wayne,Perfect Illusion,Just Another Day,Come to Mama,Sinners Prayer,Hey Girl),sad songs (Joanne,Grigio Girls,Angel Down,Million Reasons),songs with a political message (Angel Down,Come to mama). You have to give a try & see for yourself if thisThis album is fantastic. It's full of emotion,her vocals are raw and beautiful. There are fun songs (Diamond Heart,A-Yo,Dancin in Circles,John Wayne,Perfect Illusion,Just Another Day,Come to Mama,Sinners Prayer,Hey Girl),sad songs (Joanne,Grigio Girls,Angel Down,Million Reasons),songs with a political message (Angel Down,Come to mama). You have to give a try & see for yourself if this album is good for you. I personally love it & I feel inspired by Joanne. Have a nice day!… Expand
  12. enhsaad
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    This album is a masterpiece, i love every song, Gaga really went there with this album and it shows a different side to her, Angel Down, Diamond Heart & Dancin In Circles are my favorite songs
  13. nikosaries
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    flawless album...vocals, music and lyrics are perfect!!!!
    it 's so different album, hope for a big success...
    my favourite songs are diamond heart, million reasons, grigio girls and angel down!!
  14. DGERARDO26
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    such an excellent album, not like the trash we get nowadays!, good job lady gaga! you can feel how authentic and pure this album is, the melody and lyrics are amazing
  15. whoisbryaan
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    So beautiful, so perfectl!!! Mommy is excellent! ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥So beautiful, so perfectl!!! Mommy is excellent! ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥
  16. onetojr
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    Joanne é um álbum poderoso, soa como hino aos meus ouvidos, através deste novo trabalho, posso dizer que a Gaga superou nossas expectativas mais uma vez, tendo em vista que, ela é e sempre será a musicista do presente e do futuro a conquistar seu público, com algo cada vez mais intenso, levando todos seus fãs a excitação máxima. Porque ser Gaga é isso, é levar um pouco mais daquilo que nemJoanne é um álbum poderoso, soa como hino aos meus ouvidos, através deste novo trabalho, posso dizer que a Gaga superou nossas expectativas mais uma vez, tendo em vista que, ela é e sempre será a musicista do presente e do futuro a conquistar seu público, com algo cada vez mais intenso, levando todos seus fãs a excitação máxima. Porque ser Gaga é isso, é levar um pouco mais daquilo que nem outro artista mais pode fazer. I love U Gaga!… Expand
  17. NunoCast
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    Incredible. Hands down the best album from Gaga. If you want want to listen to her music and don't know where to start, this is the one. It's raw and new and it shows what she's capable of as singer but also as writer.
  18. bohdan600
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    The album is beautiful, so personal and precious. We can see the evolution of her personality and music. It is cool that there are a lot of music genres, completely lovin it!
  19. AndersonFernann
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Você percebe que o álbum é bom quando percebe que fãs de outras cantoras estão aqui para tentar barrar ela no metacritic. Lady Gaga foi barrada no iTunes, porém por ela mesma (Joanne Deluxe). Bjs… Expand
  20. Davidhenrique
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    This album is so amazing, very great vocals, the songs are very good. I really what she did in this amazing album. It sounds a modern. Her vocal is very powerful and stronger. I love most of the musics. Million reasons is so amazing, dancin' in circles very good to dance. Angel down is my favorite song of this album. Grigio girls is a very good and stronger song. I love it so much.
  21. eaefeh
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    It was so perfect, so mature! I was waiting so much for this album, it is not a country album, it just a new album pop of Lady Gaga! just a new album with new influences!
  22. RobertoVite22
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    This album is great, such a personal album that inspires me so many feelings together. With electrifying songs that make me want to dance and ballads so moving that make me want to sing with all my heart. It is certainly the best album of 2016
  23. Clasire
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Thanks Gaga for this masterpiece, one of the best albums of 2016, i hope she do more of this sounds and lyrics, just beatifull, whit a powerfull message for the society
  24. micki_ma
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    "Joanne" is her best album since "The Fame Monster". Lady Gaga did a powerful album, made for all the people who like all the gender, have rock, country, dance, ballad, and a lot pop music, "Joanne" deserves the best, because Gaga is the best
    this is the album of the year, wonderful, Gaga vocal quality is excellent.
    He deserves all the credit in the world
  25. diegonster
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    This album is amazing, she have a powerful voice, great record. It is a very interesting album. thank u LADY GAGA for opening your heart, as always.
  26. EVAZION
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    Another great album from her, it is not like anything she has done in the past, this is a new Lady Gaga. i love this record it has new sounds and a really, really honest voice like always.
  27. nicofontes
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    Great album!
    Is a other side of Gaga.
    Love it and love her so much.
    The sounds, the lyrics, the voices.. its amazing! The cover its simple, but the music its the heaven
  28. Emiliano
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Este álbum nos muestra a una nueva Gaga mas centrada en las letras y ritmos de calidad, combinada con un gran rango vocal y con arreglos casi nulos Muy buen trabajo en general… Expand
  29. Jesuscaba23
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    It's very beautiful, a good work!!❤ Me da gusto que ella haga el álbum que siempre quizo y que le vaya muy bien en ello, me siento super feliz por ella, la amo con todito mi corazón ❤
  30. alexanderve
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    This album is the future in a not conventional way, is so different as all she did before!! I LOVE THIS ALBUM! IS VERY EXPERIMENTAL, it have so much pop, country, rock, etc... I JUST SIMPLE AND UNIQUE WITHOUT ANY PLASTIC SOUND!
  31. josemendezlapei
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    This is an excellent album, full of feeling, letters with great message, rhythms that spread, a new facet of very good gaga, every song has an inspiring message ..... Lady Gaga is back and it is fantastic....................................................................................
  32. Adrianhohu
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    Such a masterpiece, lady gaga do it again. Diamod, a-yo, dancin in circles, million reasons, hey girl, angel down and grigio girls all of them are really fantastic
  33. LeonZodr6
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    excellent album
    Undoubtedly one of the best I've heard.
    Gaga, as always exceeding expectations and we are pleased with a twist in its style and personality.
    By far the best.
  34. rodrigoferre1ra
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    This album is amazing. Lady gaga fi nally showed how much it is great and can sing any style of music! Now that's a brilliant artist, congratulations #ThanksforJoanne
  35. Kellis9792
    Oct 25, 2016
    10
    I would go as far as to say that this might be Lady Gaga's best album to date and BY FAR the best album released so far in 2016. If you want cheap generic bubblegum pop that'll lose it's flavor in 2 weeks then go and buy Britney's latest album "Glory" because you're not gonna get that with this LP. This album is stripped back, raw and showcases Gaga's power house Vocals. This album kindaI would go as far as to say that this might be Lady Gaga's best album to date and BY FAR the best album released so far in 2016. If you want cheap generic bubblegum pop that'll lose it's flavor in 2 weeks then go and buy Britney's latest album "Glory" because you're not gonna get that with this LP. This album is stripped back, raw and showcases Gaga's power house Vocals. This album kinda gives you a vibe of various different genres i.e. Pop, Country, Folk, Funk, DanceHall, Soul. My personal favorite track on the album is "Hey Girl" featuring Florence Welch. I would 100% recommend this album to you.… Expand
  36. catanalizi
    Oct 25, 2016
    10
    The album is very good,full of emotion,some songs made me cry,some made me dance. Amazing work Lady Gaga! Keep doing it,baby! Never give up cause you were born to do this! BORN THIS WAY!
  37. Damienmedina
    Oct 25, 2016
    10
    On her return to pop music, Lady Gaga has delivered the most EXCELLENT album of all time because it is a new side of the Lady Gaga that we all know, a raw and heartbreaking side that we've never heard before. With no auto-tune/fillers and just her OUTSTANDING raw vocals and instruments, Joanne delivers some REAL pop music and what could be her best and darkest album to date. Enjoy thisOn her return to pop music, Lady Gaga has delivered the most EXCELLENT album of all time because it is a new side of the Lady Gaga that we all know, a raw and heartbreaking side that we've never heard before. With no auto-tune/fillers and just her OUTSTANDING raw vocals and instruments, Joanne delivers some REAL pop music and what could be her best and darkest album to date. Enjoy this album with an open mind, because if you're looking for another "Born This Way" or "The Fame Monster," you're lost, we're not gonna get those again and THANK GOD. Artists nowadays CAN'T go beyond their talent and this girl Lady Gaga, BREAKS the boundaries to explore and go beyond her talent. This is what makes Joanne special and this is what will make it better AND different than any other generic and repetitive pop music. Enjoy this album from the one and only talented legend, Lady Gaga.… Expand
  38. dracomalfoe
    Oct 25, 2016
    8
    At first , this album was out my expectation. all people expect something big and bigger than this. But then I realise, LG want to take us to different era. JOANNE is the perfect answer. Each song has different meaning and very deep. There's still pop songs in there, that's more than enough :) I'm totally happy after all because it's LG's artpiece, and we can't deny that she made an albumAt first , this album was out my expectation. all people expect something big and bigger than this. But then I realise, LG want to take us to different era. JOANNE is the perfect answer. Each song has different meaning and very deep. There's still pop songs in there, that's more than enough :) I'm totally happy after all because it's LG's artpiece, and we can't deny that she made an album with something out of our imagination. My favourite are Angel Down, John Wayne, Dancin' In Circle and Girgio Girls. I must say PERFECT ILLUSION was good, but not as first single for this album. LG's vocal in this album is killin' me !!! Congrats LG, totally grammy-worth..… Expand
  39. itsruben_
    Oct 25, 2016
    10
    I couldnt wait to hear the new Gaga album, and now im so amazed by the realness of this masterpiece, im absolutely in love #JOANNE #GAGA #GODDESSOFMUSIC
  40. Ra003
    Oct 25, 2016
    10
    Her best album by date! So honest, so real! Her voice is on point and it has no auto-tune, which is amazing nowadays! The lyrics are very personal and beautiful. She proved once again that she's brave, releasing such a raw and authentic album.
  41. olraymond
    Oct 25, 2016
    10
    Um album profundo e sincero com letras fortes (diria até que as melhores composições que Gaga já trabalhou) com sonoridade totalmente diferente do que se encontra no mercado atualmente.
  42. robb929
    Mar 20, 2017
    10
    Su segundo mejor álbum con respecto a producción, despúes de The Fame Monster. Su mejora en la capacidad vocal se ve reflejado en este álbum. Álbum con Influencias pop, rock y country, Gaga demostrando una vez más su versatilidad. Gracias Gaga!
  43. nelsonbuelvas22
    Oct 25, 2016
    10
    El nuevo álbum de Lady Gaga es una completa obra, una reliquia. Logra guardar en sí demasiadas experiencias y emociones que te conectan con este. Agradezco a Lady Gaga por traer a Joanne a nuestras vidas, toda una gran pieza musical digna de escuchar por mucho.
  44. Whipetwill
    Oct 25, 2016
    10
    Her best album to date. She did a great job by making this album. The Fame and The Fame Monster were actually good, but for my ears, this one is sincerely better :$
  45. RonaldoNYC
    Oct 27, 2016
    10
    Gaga proves her vocal abilities on catchy AF tunes. Million Reasons is a show stopper and AYo has a retro country rock vibe. While songs range in style, Gaga can sing it all. A true talent that will only improve.
  46. Juandi710
    Oct 30, 2016
    10
    I think this is her best album, she show us his real feelings ,she show like a real person,also in love with diamond heart and grigio girls ,i listen this album for hours and never get tired
  47. Adrian14502
    Apr 14, 2017
    8
    Lady Gaga hace su esperado regreso tras tres años de ausencia musical como solista con un álbum quizá totalmente diferente a lo que todos esperaban. Luego de un declive tanto musical como en ventas con ARTPOP y de probar nuevos rumbos junto a Tony Bennett, Lady Gaga vuelve con Joanne, un álbum pop y folk con vibras country, un giro de imagen radical para la cantante, y esto no es nadaLady Gaga hace su esperado regreso tras tres años de ausencia musical como solista con un álbum quizá totalmente diferente a lo que todos esperaban. Luego de un declive tanto musical como en ventas con ARTPOP y de probar nuevos rumbos junto a Tony Bennett, Lady Gaga vuelve con Joanne, un álbum pop y folk con vibras country, un giro de imagen radical para la cantante, y esto no es nada malo. A palabras de la propia cantante, su álbum es inspirado por su fallecida tía, a quien a visto proyectada en sí misma. En Joanne, Germanotta se siente más pura y sincera que nunca, haciendo gala de su rango vocal. Ella prueba géneros y estilos en donde hasta la fecha no había incursionado, y suena realmente bien en ellos. El álbum en su mayoría suena folk, country, probando pop rock e inclusive vibras reggae. Líricamente es un álbum sincero, se siente una Gaga profunda y reveladora, hablando de feminismo, amor e inclusive temas sociales, su voz es más potente y desgarradora que nunca, y es que lo que hace a Joanne un buen álbum es el fácil desenvolvimiento de Gaga en cada tema, ella transmite sus emociones a través de cada tema. ''Million Reasons'' es una gran muestra de eso, además de ser uno de los mejores singles del año, la canción es de los momentos más importantes de Joanne, una gran balada pop; pero sin duda el mejor momento del álbum llega con ''Come to Mama'', que es por mucho la mejor del álbum, una magnífica letra acompañada de una instrumentación de los 60's, en el tema participa Father John Misty como co-escritor y productor. Eso sí, el álbum tiene momentos no tan buenos, en donde resaltan ''A-YO'' y ''Dancin' in Circles'', siendo las más comerciales del álbum, así como las peores del álbum. Punto importante también es la pista feminista ''Hey Girl'' a dueto con Florence Welch de Florence and the Machine, un dueto con vibras a Elton john. Lo que no hace a Joanne un álbum casi perfecto, además de sus puntos débiles, es que algunas canciones se sienten medio hechas como es el caso de ''Perfect Illusion'', la cual puede llegar a ser irritante en sus últimos segundos. En general, Joanne es el álbum que Gaga necesitaba para reencontrarse a si misma, y es el mejor camino que pudo tomar. Su mejor álbum hasta la fecha.

    Mejor track: Come to Mama
    Peor track: A-YO    … Expand
  48. MatheusALE
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Joanne e um tiro nos fãs de Lady Gaga , ela dona do Pop-mainstream veio com um álbum magnifico vai te surpreender a cada faixa, desde a agitada A-YO , ate MILLION REASONS , uma das maiores baladas românticas dos últimos anos.
  49. bust0rf
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    I have no words to describe how much I loved this record. Joanne has its own voice. This album has, literally, helped so much that I can only be thankful towards Gaga for showing us her most human/vulnerable side.
  50. Fernandog
    Mar 14, 2017
    10
    Eu Amei esse Álbum, essa vibe bem diferente, ela consegui, junta muitos gêneros musicas em um só Obra. isso é ARTE. Joanne é o melhor album de 2017, espero que ganhe Grammy pois merece muito. Ta perfeito.
  51. joaofelin
    Jul 13, 2017
    8
    Diamond Heart - 10

    A-yo - 8

    Joanne - 7

    John Wayne - 9

    Dancin' in Circles - 9

    Perfect Illusion - 9

    Million Reasons - 7
    Sinner's Prayer - 
8
    Come to Mama - 
7
    Hey Girl - 
7
    Angel Down - 9

    score: 8,1
  52. wisteriavevo
    Apr 11, 2017
    10
    Best album country by the new queen of pop! Lady Gaga eu te venero tanto sua porca!!! Enfim amores, é uma reviewzona dessas bicho, vem Joanne toque a minha mão, fique,.
  53. camanjarrez
    Apr 11, 2017
    10
    Lady Gaga surpasses all expectations. I knew her little monsters wanted another pop-disco party (or stick) but she delivered the most genuine record I have ever had the pleasure of listening to, with incredible vocals that color my evenings to this day.
  54. macfrisebastian
    Apr 14, 2017
    10
    is not her best album, but this album is really good, gaga vocals are awesome, one of the best albums of 2016, Diamond heart and million reason are the best song in this album, but the rest of the songs are amazing too
  55. Plump
    Apr 13, 2017
    9
    Fantastic album, definitely worth the listen. Though it's a new sound for Lady Gaga, it's definitely not out of place. Some of my favorites were Just Another Day, Dancing in Circles, Perfect Illusion, and Angel Down.
  56. connorwillixm
    May 2, 2017
    10
    Honestly the best album in her catalogue. Joanne has everything you could possibly ask for from a pop star like Gaga: the anthemic opening of Diamond Heart to the bollywood to the indie-rock inspired Sinner's Prayer. There are some less-than-worthy songs on the album, yes, but Joanne is definitely her most cohesive and personal album.
  57. Musi
    May 13, 2017
    8
    I didn't like gagas other albums but this one was different. tracks like 'Joanne', 'hey girl', 'million reasons' really lifted this album for me. the only reason i didn't give it a 10 was because of 'dancin in circles' and 'prefect illusion' which seemed very subpar but other than that great album.
  58. manule11
    Jun 8, 2017
    10
    Is a very good album, has sounds that play with your feelings, makes you happy, sad, decided and much more, totally recommended to listen in your daily life
  59. joaneee10
    Jun 8, 2017
    10
    Gaga was back with a excelent album, my favorite than ARTPOP, the Fame Monster. Her work is sssoooo soooo perfect. Is a new Gaga, a New era, IS JOANNE.
  60. amaciejew
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    This album is such a breath of fresh air. The production is perfect (while ARTPOP was a bit weak on this side) and lyrics are poetry (Angel Down is my personal favorite). Definitely at the top of this year's albums.
  61. JoanPanola
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Hermoso, personal y profundo, Gaga vuelve mostrando nuevos sonidos pero enseñando al mundo que su voz no solo es pop, a pesar de que la parte que mucha gente prefiere es la de sus albumes anteriores, con este album muestra una faceta diferente y eso demuestra su gran nivel artistico.
  62. RoadToLove
    Jun 16, 2017
    10
    felizmente um dos melhores álbuns da gaga não é mesmo? me senti completamente em paz com as faixas desse álbum além de me fazer dançar e ficar "na bad" no tempo certo, parabéns Lady Gaga, sou muito Little Monster sim!
    tá em português mesmo, atura ou surta.
  63. Linda_McDuffy
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
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  64. nghiazizoa
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    Joanne is so amazing, i'm not fan of Lady Gaga, but i love this album and listen all day. Her vocal is powerful.
    I'm hope Lady Gaga will win Grammy 2018!
  65. williamx22
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    This is a fantastic album. Most artists nowadays churn out songs meant for top 40 after songs meant for top 40, but Gaga took a huge risk and went in the other direction and released what is quite possibly her most personal album yet. On top of being personal and different, it's also rather versatile, from rock (Perfect Illusion) to the country (Million Reasons), etc. Imagine, just IMAGINEThis is a fantastic album. Most artists nowadays churn out songs meant for top 40 after songs meant for top 40, but Gaga took a huge risk and went in the other direction and released what is quite possibly her most personal album yet. On top of being personal and different, it's also rather versatile, from rock (Perfect Illusion) to the country (Million Reasons), etc. Imagine, just IMAGINE if Gaga had saved You and I for this album instead of putting it on Born This Way.… Expand
  66. emanue
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Gaga is being Gaga but not all the clothes, and without filter, very talented!
    All the songs seem to be a new document that they created, Joanne is not a hungry drive, it is already powered on, it is the kind of album to be felt. Lady Gaga is the best!    … Expand
  67. xHolman
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    What an amazing album, the sounds, the lyrics... just loved it!
    The record is another masterpiece by Gaga, I Loved how her voice sounds in every single one of the songs!
  68. mjfan010
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    I love this album. Is just incredible from start to finish. All the songs have a huge emotion on them. Is the best Gaga album so far!!! Theres a little bit of everthing in this album
  69. AndrewJC
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    "Joanne" proves how talented Lady Gaga is, a real musician from New York who has a lot of habilites with writing, producing and singing. This album shows that she can do whatever she wants to do musically, from pop to jazz, from folk to rock, from EDM to country, it is a great experience to her old fans and to her new fans too!

    Artists like her are so rare, it is hard to find someone    "Joanne" proves how talented Lady Gaga is, a real musician from New York who has a lot of habilites with writing, producing and singing. This album shows that she can do whatever she wants to do musically, from pop to jazz, from folk to rock, from EDM to country, it is a great experience to her old fans and to her new fans too!

    Artists like her are so rare, it is hard to find someone who has such a huge passion for music and she has it. Her voice is great, her lyrics is on point, her perspective of the world is inspiring and emotional. Certainly Joanne is one of the greatest album of 2016. Congrats Gaga, you did a great job!

    Best songs of the album are: Diamond Heart, John Wayne, Joanne, Sinner´s Prayer and Angel Down    … Expand
  70. Staceyq
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    album muito bom, muito bem feito, muito bem legal, muito luxuoso, muito country, muito top, com a gaga é só close certo, rainha ta lacradora da porra toda é assim msm
  71. chidime
    Oct 21, 2016
    4
    Of course monsters would give this a 10/10, cos they know the general public won't be so kind. This album is just.. bland. After listening to it twice, it leaves no impression. I can't remember the lyrics, any tunes, I can't even remember the names of the songs. And, boy, is that a strange feeling for anything Gaga-related. I am all for changing up image, and if she wants to get rid of theOf course monsters would give this a 10/10, cos they know the general public won't be so kind. This album is just.. bland. After listening to it twice, it leaves no impression. I can't remember the lyrics, any tunes, I can't even remember the names of the songs. And, boy, is that a strange feeling for anything Gaga-related. I am all for changing up image, and if she wants to get rid of the theatrics and costumes, I'm not complaining (tho I'm sad). But, if her 'real self' is this boring mess, then maybe she should keep that meat dress on. Funny thing is, the only song on this album I liked was the Angel Down work tape. And guesss who wrote/produced it? Yeah, Red One. So maybe Gaga is better off working with those who made her who she is, and who perhaps understand her the most. Was it mistake dropping Red One? Most probably. Was this album a mistake? Hell yes.… Expand
  72. jimmyjimone
    Oct 23, 2016
    4
    Wow, I can see little monsters are trying as usual to massively influence statistics! Truth is, there are a couple a good tunes on Joanne: Sinner's prayer, for instance, is enjoyable. But, overall, their are just too many weak elements on this record which make it rather forgettable.
  73. AZ123
    Nov 2, 2016
    0
    I am a Little Monster but sadly this album is a joke. Terrible effort by Lady Gaga. She should go back to the drawing board and make another great album because I am sure she still has it in her.
  74. LanXinhDep
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    You know. Lady Gaga really did it this time. This album has everything we need. It's like we can live with it. Her vocal is so raw and the songs are so soulful and funky. We can easily emotionals in this album, but also can dance like crazy, we can get high, we can free our soul thanks to it. I can sit here and give this album compliments all day long. But words cannot describe how GREAT -You know. Lady Gaga really did it this time. This album has everything we need. It's like we can live with it. Her vocal is so raw and the songs are so soulful and funky. We can easily emotionals in this album, but also can dance like crazy, we can get high, we can free our soul thanks to it. I can sit here and give this album compliments all day long. But words cannot describe how GREAT - how AMAZING - how REAL - how CREATIVE - how CATCHY this album is. This is it. This is the album that the world needs. It's not only about herself, her life, it's about people's life, it's about the reality of the world right now, it's about the tragedy, she brought it all into this album. We can feel it. And one last words: THIS ALBUM IS ABSOLUTELY PERFECT, AND IT'S NOT AN ILLUSION! Make The World Gaga Again!… Expand
  75. 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!
  76. sebastianglz
    Oct 21, 2016
    9
    Lady Gaga may not be more Gaga as she used to, however, Joanne shows us a more intimate and honest side of the pop artist that redefined pop during the end of the 00's decade. Joanne is honest but confusing at the same time. It takes more than a listen to understand it.
  77. savioeu
    Oct 24, 2016
    7
    Only really faithful little monsters will like this for real. Her shift to dance-club anthems to "back to basics" will disappoint the general pop music fan, occasional Gaga fan. However, once you listen to it, specially tracks Grigio Girls, Perfect Illusion and Dancin' in Circles, you realize it is, indeed, a pop record. Not they way we expected, but still, a pop record. Better get used toOnly really faithful little monsters will like this for real. Her shift to dance-club anthems to "back to basics" will disappoint the general pop music fan, occasional Gaga fan. However, once you listen to it, specially tracks Grigio Girls, Perfect Illusion and Dancin' in Circles, you realize it is, indeed, a pop record. Not they way we expected, but still, a pop record. Better get used to the new era if you wanna keep being a Gaga fan. You never know what might come next, right?… Expand
  78. marco_1204
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lady Gaga's authenticity is reflected in this album, testing again that pop star which is not afraid to do what she does best, and it's expressing what she feels through her voice. Each song expresses a story in a different and powerful to the above manner. And it has everything. Gaga really did a good job. Congrats.… Expand
  79. AlejandroLuque
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    Es el álbum mas personal de Lady Gaga, en este demuestra que asi como puede ser creadora de himnos pop masivos, puede también escribir hermosas baladas, aunque en general es bueno , creo que también puede ser cansado escucharlo en ocasiones y en mi opinión, no llega a ser mejor que Born This Way. Podria haber sido mejor.
  80. nicolasmaria
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    Her best by far, so mature and so fresh, something new, i needed this in my life, this is the album she needed to do. Come to Mama is a masterpiece, angel down maybe is her best ballad ever. Honestly, is an amazing album with so many strong songs
  81. Luccas_Augusto
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    Amaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!
  82. Maitam
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    É um tesouro dos anos 70 lançado em 2016. Ele é tão Elton John, tão ''simples'' e puro com vocais maravilhosos. Não é encorpado igual ao BTW ou TFM, as músicas não tem várias camadas de vocais ou sons mas é magnífico assim! Cheio daquelas músicas que te fazem dançar mas não é essa a pretêncioso em fazer isso quando os álbuns passados. Carismático e simpático, não é o melhor da carreira masÉ um tesouro dos anos 70 lançado em 2016. Ele é tão Elton John, tão ''simples'' e puro com vocais maravilhosos. Não é encorpado igual ao BTW ou TFM, as músicas não tem várias camadas de vocais ou sons mas é magnífico assim! Cheio daquelas músicas que te fazem dançar mas não é essa a pretêncioso em fazer isso quando os álbuns passados. Carismático e simpático, não é o melhor da carreira mas é um álbum que pode abrir infinitas possibilidades no futuro.… Expand
  83. ATRLModneys
    Oct 4, 2018
    0
    This album by Lady GaGa is another desperate try to reach a new audience after many of her several loyal fans jumped off after the disaster named ArtPOP. The album starts with a song that totally made me cry..... out of pain. Terrible album by GaGa.
  84. MoodRing
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    To me, this album was very cohesive and is everything I want in an album. Between Gaga herself, Mark Ronson, Jeff Bhasker, Emile Haynie, BloodPop, RedOne, Beck, Florence and Father John Misty working on the album, it's such a spectacular album and you bet this will be on repeat for a long time. I love the blend of pop, folk, indie, country, rock, hip hop and alternative in this album andTo me, this album was very cohesive and is everything I want in an album. Between Gaga herself, Mark Ronson, Jeff Bhasker, Emile Haynie, BloodPop, RedOne, Beck, Florence and Father John Misty working on the album, it's such a spectacular album and you bet this will be on repeat for a long time. I love the blend of pop, folk, indie, country, rock, hip hop and alternative in this album and all of the songs seem to showcase Gaga's album well.… Expand
  85. alemontanher
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    After the mess that happened when she release Artpop, now she is back in control of her own emotion, and ready to take the world. Congratualation's, Lady Gaga. It's your best work since Born This Way.
  86. DougOliveira
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Um dos melhores albuns da gaga depois do BTW, todas as musicas são hinárias... toda música tem sua melodia, letra, e sonoridade própria... Isso que uma artista tem que mostrar… Expand
  87. itssalehadam
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    Joanne is an INCREDIBLE album. I'm literally obsessed with every song on it (which is never happened before). However when you listen closely, you see how much it relates and links in with her previous efforts.Tank u JOANNE.
  88. viadonnagirl
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    Felizmente Gaga não vive numa zona de conforto e não faz nenhum trabalho igual a um anterior, igual certas @s. Agora fazer críticas negativas porque não está igual ao The Fame Monster ou o Born This Way? Oi?!
    É um álbum intensamente pessoal, e extremamente extraordinário, com algumas faixas para fazer você dançar até se acabar, outras para fazer sua cota de lágrimas esgotarem (não tipo    Felizmente Gaga não vive numa zona de conforto e não faz nenhum trabalho igual a um anterior, igual certas @s. Agora fazer críticas negativas porque não está igual ao The Fame Monster ou o Born This Way? Oi?!
    É um álbum intensamente pessoal, e extremamente extraordinário, com algumas faixas para fazer você dançar até se acabar, outras para fazer sua cota de lágrimas esgotarem (não tipo Lana Del Rey, mas pra se acabar de chorar mesmo). E voz é o que tem de sobra nesse álbum, não adianta negar, mudou muito depois de Cheek To Cheek. Quem não enxerga isso nesse álbum, sinto muito.

    Os indies vão dominar o mundo    … Expand
  89. 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!!!
  90. sxxxdreams
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    She wrote, she produced, she slayed. Wigs were ripped, weaves were snatched, the world is not the same. It wasn't a perfect illusion, it was Lady f-cking Gaga.
  91. GustavoPym
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    THIS IS SO PERFEEEEEEEEECT!
    The album is a ALBUM OF THE YEAR. NO NO NO, THE ALBUM THE DECADE! I LOVE THIS SO MUCH AND EVERYTHING!

    This is more than a statement that she is a singer, it has been proven and here we have a restatement! Lady Gaga can go from a simple Soul for an electrifying Rock, a country hit for exaggerated sounds of Pop!

    (Brazil, Brasília)
  92. AngelinaH
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    Joanne is Lady Gaga’s best album to date and it’s the album that anyone that has paid attention to her career, beyond the club hits and meat dresses, should have been expecting. It is also an album that takes huge risks by eschewing popular sounds in favor of analog instrumentation, classic songwriting motifs, and an incredibly varied palette of sonic inspirations, including country, folk,Joanne is Lady Gaga’s best album to date and it’s the album that anyone that has paid attention to her career, beyond the club hits and meat dresses, should have been expecting. It is also an album that takes huge risks by eschewing popular sounds in favor of analog instrumentation, classic songwriting motifs, and an incredibly varied palette of sonic inspirations, including country, folk, pop, electronic, soul, glam and ’70s rock. Creatively, Joanne’s risks pay off spectacularly.

    Joanne’s biggest surprise is “Come to Mama,” a deliriously fun, cheeky take on the Can’t We All Just Get Along and Pray for World Peace anthem that has been falling in and out of favor since the ’60s. However "John Wayne" it is a great song too, along with "Diamond Heart" and "Angel Down".

    Lady Gaga did an exquisite job here!    … Expand
  93. cruzer_wayne
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    A breath of fresh air! Something that's not on the radio, give it a try and I'm sure you'll love it too! Catchy hooks, memorable melodies, exploding in emotions, and surprisingly simpler lyrics but still the Gaga is there.
  94. shutterwhimsy
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    Really different from anything else on mainstream radio right now. Love the songs and love her voice. My favorite songs are "Diamond Heart" and "Sinner's Prayer"...
  95. iCpro
    Oct 23, 2016
    10
    This is very different from Gaga's previous work, yet still holds up to the high standard she set for herself. This album has something for everyone, from club bangers Diamond Heart and Dancing In Circles, to heart Wrenching Ballads Million Reasons and Angel Down. Standout tracks include Hey Girl, a 70's inspired funk-pop song with an amazing beat and featuring Florence Welch, and theThis is very different from Gaga's previous work, yet still holds up to the high standard she set for herself. This album has something for everyone, from club bangers Diamond Heart and Dancing In Circles, to heart Wrenching Ballads Million Reasons and Angel Down. Standout tracks include Hey Girl, a 70's inspired funk-pop song with an amazing beat and featuring Florence Welch, and the title track Joanne, which highlights Gaga's emotive and raw vocals which can be heard throughout the album. Overall the album has a country vibe, with hints of rock and jazz here and there. I would highly recommend this album to everyone.… Expand
  96. MertKapt
    Oct 23, 2016
    10
    This is what I've been waiting from Gaga! Masterpiece! It's her best album! She changed her style and find her real style. I love Diamond Heart, John Wayne, Dancin' In Circles and Angel Down.
  97. dnielbrito
    Oct 23, 2016
    10
    ÁLBUM DA CARREIRA JUNTAMENTE COM O BORN THIS WAY!
    ÁLBUM DA CARREIRA JUNTAMENTE COM O BORN THIS WAY!
    ÁLBUM DA CARREIRA JUNTAMENTE COM O BORN THIS WAY!
    ÁLBUM DA CARREIRA JUNTAMENTE COM O BORN THIS WAY!
  98. LuanVMarinho
    Oct 23, 2016
    10
    When Gaga told us that Joanne showed a side of him without the spotlight and without all the fame she built these eight years of career, she was not joking, in fact the album Joanne shows us one side much more fragile, simple and calm, as well less Gaga.
    Initially wanted to say how amazing this album is without doubt the album vocally speaking better working it, its instruments and    When Gaga told us that Joanne showed a side of him without the spotlight and without all the fame she built these eight years of career, she was not joking, in fact the album Joanne shows us one side much more fragile, simple and calm, as well less Gaga.
    Initially wanted to say how amazing this album is without doubt the album vocally speaking better working it, its instruments and melodies make us want to listen to it all day, with family and friends.
    Dancin 'In Circles, John Wayne, Million Reasons, in my view the best tracks, very different from any other job that Gaga has done in listening.
    Who never cried longing for someone we loved so much and that now may not be present in our lives? It was precisely this reminder that the album's title track Joanne made me relive a strong and exciting ballad that touches us and makes us love even more this album.    … Expand
  99. killingest
    Oct 23, 2016
    9
    This album is so unexpected but completely amazing. It distances itself from the usual and generic pop songs that are charting right now. It's a new and fresh sound that we've never head from her and I will play this album on repeat!
  100. COLLXTION
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    PERFECT, just like the illusion. Somehow, she just keeps getting better. Bloodpop does a wonderful job of making some of the more retro-sounding songs sounds modern, and Gaga's vocals are more powerful than ever. This album is going to be on repeat for quite awhile.
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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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