Joanne
by Lady Gaga
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8.1

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  1. abyss16
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    Gaga's return to the commercial market proves to be her most provocative body of work yet! Primarily manifested through diverse sense of fashion, Gaga has finally placed more of an emphasis on creating a diverse collection of songs as opposed to aesthetic.
  2. juicyjuicy
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    I had very high expectations for her first album in 3 years, especially since ARTPOP failed to impress the critics and general public. Lady Gaga keeps getting better with every reinvention and revamping every album era. She had a clear musical direction this album and it's safe to say that it's the most cohesive-sounding album to date. There is not a single song I don't like on Joanne.I had very high expectations for her first album in 3 years, especially since ARTPOP failed to impress the critics and general public. Lady Gaga keeps getting better with every reinvention and revamping every album era. She had a clear musical direction this album and it's safe to say that it's the most cohesive-sounding album to date. There is not a single song I don't like on Joanne.

    This new musical direction seems to be a culmination of everything Gaga has done throughout the years, while keeping a cool, folk rock sound consistent throughout the album. The production value and writing on this album is probably her best yet. Mark Ronson and team worked very well with her.

    Hoping people give this album a chance! It really is so amazing.    … Expand
  3. larrydeckson
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    Great album, great sound! She's incredible! Best songs are: Come to Mama, Joanne, Grigio Girls, Just Another Day, Perfect Illusion and Million Reasons!
  4. HausOfMark
    Oct 23, 2016
    10
    "Wow......ok, so I did not expect that. I saw the reviews and thought this was gonna be pretty mediocre but there's something so fresh and different about this. Like, I'm sorry, but this woman could've hired loads of writers to make her loads of hit current singles and instead she does this? Balls. She has balls. I like balls. That's exactly why the album is a hit. Seriously, she could"Wow......ok, so I did not expect that. I saw the reviews and thought this was gonna be pretty mediocre but there's something so fresh and different about this. Like, I'm sorry, but this woman could've hired loads of writers to make her loads of hit current singles and instead she does this? Balls. She has balls. I like balls. That's exactly why the album is a hit. Seriously, she could have enlisted Major Lazer and The Chainsmokers and made a fun but forgettable album that sounds like every other thing on top 40 right now. It would've meant an easy #1 album but Gaga doesn't follow trends, she makes them." -Reddit User on "Joanne". Truly an amazing album.… Expand
  5. Jespervw
    Oct 23, 2016
    10
    This is an amazing album where GaGa proves an other time she is a versatile artist. First the jazz adventure with Tony Bennett and now Joanne where she experiments with country and folk influences. The album features some amazing heartfelt moments like Angel Down and title track Joanne, as-well fun tracks like Dancin' In Circles and A-Yo.
  6. echidnaorchid
    Oct 23, 2016
    10
    This is simply, her best album yet. Lady Gaga is better then ever, and together with her her music. "Artpop" was overwhelmed and too complicated. On the other hand, "Joanne," is clean, beautiful and simply amazing. Fantastic guitar sounds and the angelic bass. Wow, worth the wait those three years. This album became my favorite :D
  7. ryanthomas
    Oct 23, 2016
    10
    The shock artist's new tactic these days seems to be releasing shockingly great music. Joanne features a stellar and seamless dovetail of raw vocals, diverse genres, as well as exceptionally solid songwriting; tracks like "John Wayne" and "Angel Down" shine through an extremely competitive array of musical stompers and heartfelt ballads.
  8. Brooklynboy
    Oct 23, 2016
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lady Gaga nos mostrou novamente o quanto havia evoluído musicalmente nesse seu novo álbum. Com musicas simples, porém marcantes, Gaga deu um show com sua voz, que conseguiu fluir entre o Country, Folk, e Rock de uma maneira única.… Expand
  9. gologolako
    Oct 23, 2016
    10
    This is the album of the year! It's so good! I love it because there are so many different music styles and there are tracks like Diamond Heart, A-YO, John Wayne, Dancin' In Circles that you can't stop dancing. CONGRATS GAGA!
  10. MohamadNosair
    Oct 23, 2016
    10
    This album is amazing. I appreciate Gaga`s work uniting different genres.
    Perfect and flawless, I feel happy to be enjoying new music styles thanks to Lady Gaga.
  11. BaptisteGC
    Oct 23, 2016
    8
    This album is way better than ARTPOP ! Gaga is more mature and so is her music. The Fame (Monster) and Born This Way are amazing but she has to evolve and she's doing it perfectly. I like most of the songs but I think Diamond Heart, Hey Girl, Joanne and Angel Down are my favorite. Gaga's voice is the main priority on the album and I like the "organic" vibe of it (she doesn't have to proveThis album is way better than ARTPOP ! Gaga is more mature and so is her music. The Fame (Monster) and Born This Way are amazing but she has to evolve and she's doing it perfectly. I like most of the songs but I think Diamond Heart, Hey Girl, Joanne and Angel Down are my favorite. Gaga's voice is the main priority on the album and I like the "organic" vibe of it (she doesn't have to prove she can sing after all the mindblowing performances she did but I can't believe people still say she can't sing). I know some fans will complain about the "new Gaga" vs. "old Gaga" but that is useless. She is the same and she proves it again by releasing an album that nobody would have expected a few months ago...… Expand
  12. 0Gabriel
    Oct 23, 2016
    10
    When I first listened to the album, I became shocked how Lady Gaga outdid herself in this production. Joanne is a masterpiece, and is the second best album of Gaga.
  13. Michelx
    Oct 23, 2016
    7
    O álbum possui fortes influências do 'Country' e 'Folk', um estilo que não me atrai em nada. Mas, o álbum não é ruim, pelo contrário, o álbum soa forte e mostra que, a Lady Gaga busca emancipação artística e pessoal.

    "Diamond Heart" abre bem o álbum, com vocais excelentes, mas, perdem a força em alguns momentos. A letra, algumas vezes, soa contraditória. Pois, Lady Gaga não precisava    O álbum possui fortes influências do 'Country' e 'Folk', um estilo que não me atrai em nada. Mas, o álbum não é ruim, pelo contrário, o álbum soa forte e mostra que, a Lady Gaga busca emancipação artística e pessoal.

    "Diamond Heart" abre bem o álbum, com vocais excelentes, mas, perdem a força em alguns momentos. A letra, algumas vezes, soa contraditória. Pois, Lady Gaga não precisava ser uma dançarina de boate pra ter estadia. Ela tivera uma família que podia lhe dar assistência. Mas, ela aborda pontos interessantes, ainda mais sobre o estupro que sofreu — " Um c*zão me quebrou/Destruiu minha inocência". Começam os acordes de "A-YO", uma música que soa forçada pela sua letra, com ela querendo pagar de "hipster fumante", sendo que ela já fizera isso com "Mary Jane Holland", em "ARTPOP"; e a produção ficou maravilhosa, só que, num conjunto, não me apetece.

    Chegamos a faixa título, "Joanne", que eleva a voz da Gaga, mas, não mantém os primeiros segundos. A Gaga clama amor através da composição! É uma letra poética. Mas a emoção sufoca a voz da Gaga em alguns momentos. "Joanne" é uma calmaria depois da agitação. "John Wayne" é uma pronuncia mais lenta de "Joanne". A Gaga saca dessas coisas, não? Sim! Essa música é a mais sacana do álbum, acredito eu. Lady Gaga ironiza os homens que tentam usar mulheres, mas, na verdade, estão sendo usados; vai ter objetificação de homem, sim!

    A minha segunda favorita do álbum, "Dancin' In Circles". É uma "So Hapy I Could Die" mais animada, menos inocente, mais adulta, menos 'autotunada'. Amo esse som porque Lady Gaga eleva sua personalidade: Ela não precisa de homem pra sentir-se bem. Transição para "Perfect Illusion"; e Lady Gaga complementa e pegada de "Dancin' In Circles" (?) com um desfecho. Não sabemos, na verdade. A Lady Gaga diz "que a música fala além de um relacionamento". Então, é uma música com uma letra subjetiva, livre de autotune. Quem gostou bate palma, quem não gostou, paciência.

    Odiei a brusca mudança para "Million Reasons"! A ordem, nesse caso, altera o resultado dos fatores. Parece que, faltou uma música entre essas, ficou vago. Mas a Gaga já fez isso antes em "The Fame/The Fame Monster", "Born This Way" e "ARTPOP". Essa música é a melhor dela em anos — a balada mais completa até aqui, amore.

    "Sinner's Prayer" não me agradou, em nada, talvez, a letra. Mas, quem gosta, curte o som. Sirva-se! A música não é ruim somente por que não me agradou. Assim como "Sinne'rs Prayer", "Come To Mama" não me agradou, talvez, a letra. É como se fosse um remake sonoro de alguma música de um clássico teatral.

    Não vou mentir, "Hey Girl" é estranha demais pra não amar. A letra, as vozes, os arranjos... O conjunto é forte demais! Florence e Lady Gaga soam indestrutíveis juntas. Fora que, Lady Gaga colocou muito sua mão nessa produção. Precisamos fechar os olhos e ouvir essa canção. Ela é alma do álbum, assim como Lady Gaga deu alma para "Born This Way" com "Highway Unicorn (RTL)" também. Todo álbum da Lady Gaga tem sua alma, e "Hey Girl" é isso!

    Uma oração em forma de música, com vocais exageradamente emotivos (que sufocaram tudo de bom que a música poderia ter), "Angel Down" fecham o álbum. Lady Gaga não precisava exagerar na interpretação dessa canção. É aquele ditado: "Às vezes, menos é mais"; e seguimos com isso. Não fechou bem o álbum bem como fizera com "Applause" em "ARTPOP", por exemplo.

    Sabemos que, Lady Gaga não quer repetir o que fez. Ela é um ser iniciativo, criativo e mutável. Explosão humana que anseia despertar curiosidade para o novo. "Joanne" é um álbum bom, com vocais excelentes e sonoramente autêntico. Mas, que possuem deslizes que, infelizmente, precisamos salientar.

    Bem vindo, "Joanne"!    … Expand
  14. IronicMonster
    Oct 23, 2016
    10
    Um album surprendente e muito pessoal. A produção está impecável, as letras são maravilhosas, os vocais (como sempre) perfeitos. Acompanhando o trabalho desde 2009 é incrível ver como ela amadureceu e o quão isso foi importante para o Joanne. Pode não ser o melhor trabalho dela mas, com certeza está no nível dos melhores vide The Fame Monster e Born This Way. Um salve especial às melhoresUm album surprendente e muito pessoal. A produção está impecável, as letras são maravilhosas, os vocais (como sempre) perfeitos. Acompanhando o trabalho desde 2009 é incrível ver como ela amadureceu e o quão isso foi importante para o Joanne. Pode não ser o melhor trabalho dela mas, com certeza está no nível dos melhores vide The Fame Monster e Born This Way. Um salve especial às melhores e mais bem produzias faixas do álbum (e minhas favoritas) Angel Down, Diamond Heart e Sinner's Prayer.… Expand
  15. SaranshDC
    Oct 23, 2016
    10
    Arguably her best work, Joanne is a reflection of Gaga's innate artistry and creative spirit. Highlights include Sinner's Prayer and Dancin' In Circles.
  16. lonelyboy
    Oct 23, 2016
    10
    Maybe not her best but this album was great idea after she proved world she got vocals. Has ballads and dance songs which is perfect balance. Congrats Gaga or should I say Joanne?
  17. OznR
    Oct 23, 2016
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Although the triumph in the musical production may be uncertain, "Joanne" is an album that needed to be spit out to the public as a relief; liberation of hedonism caused for her past albums?… Expand
  18. JorgeCes
    Oct 23, 2016
    10
    It might be hard to believe that 8 years after her debut Lady Gaga is still capable of shocking the world. Joanne might be Germanotta's most cohesive and honest record to date and, without a doubt, this album showcases the greatness of the American songwriter and singer's vocals. One of the most cohesive albums of the decade.
  19. Mariananus
    Oct 23, 2016
    10
    This album is wonderful, from start to finish. Gaga bares her soul in every memorable melody, with a strong and emotional voice. The production is impeccable due to the legendary producers who worked with her. The lyrics are simple, but deeply beautiful. And the result is sensational. It's her best work, and one of the best albums of the year. She deserves all the awards. A true legend.
  20. gayzuda
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    Esse álbum é do caralh*! Lady Gaga nunca nos decepciona, esse sem duvidas ( pra mim ) se tornou o melhor álbum dela com pegadas totalmente diferente de tudo que ela já fez. Amém tia Joanne.
  21. gt_ml_jn
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    This album truly is a perfect ten. Lady Gaga shows off her vocal abilities with excellence and controls her emotions with precision. This is important in an album that is emotionally charged. "Joanne" is an album full of personal stories, stories about her father, her father's late sister Joanne (for whom the album was named), her sister, and her close friend Sonja who is suffering fromThis album truly is a perfect ten. Lady Gaga shows off her vocal abilities with excellence and controls her emotions with precision. This is important in an album that is emotionally charged. "Joanne" is an album full of personal stories, stories about her father, her father's late sister Joanne (for whom the album was named), her sister, and her close friend Sonja who is suffering from cancer. Lady Gaga's lyrics also cover her breakup with actor Taylor Kinney, but this is far from being a breakup album. It is actually very uplifting despite the negative nature of some of Lady Gaga's experience.
    All of the album's tracks were produced by Mark Ronson, Bloodpop, and Lady Gaga herself. The music is definitely rooted in classic sounds of American music. In particular, the country genre seems to have influenced songs like "Million Reasons," a stunning ballad about finding "one good [reason] to stay" in a relationship that's at least a little rocky, and "Sinner's Prayer," a song about women who try hard in love only to be let down. Bloodpop's production definitely kept the songs from sounding dated though. "Dancin' in Circles" is an example of more modern production with that dancehall sound that's been popular as of late, but Lady Gaga has a way of owning the sound and making it one that only she could have made. Beck also had a hand in its writing and production.
    This album is one that benefits from having a deluxe edition available. It includes three bonus tracks, one of which is a song titled "Just Another Day." This is a song you will want to hear if you were a fan of Lady Gaga before she was famous or if you just became a fan of her because she sang jazz music with the legendary Tony Bennett on "Cheek to Cheek." This is not the Lady Gaga with whom many of her fans fell in love with because of her earlier hit records. This is a new version of her who's more personal and who's unafraid of exploring sounds that she did not explore with her previous albums. No matter what type of music you typically listen to, give it a chance. "Joanne" shows artistic growth and great talent.    … Expand
  22. angeldown1
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    One of the most amazing Gaga's album, it shows that Gaga is an incredible musician and can sing not only pop or jazz, but everything. It's a completely different Gaga, she is completely different from her other albuns.
  23. lucasmelloxx
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    Gaga presented a raw album with pop origins (which at the beginning was a popular country music mix). The powerful lyrics and a clean production, Gaga bring to 2016 one of the best released so far. If you think you already know Lady Gaga. Think again..
  24. scb1613
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    A soundtrack to to the best day of your life. Easily one of Gaga's best albums. An album we needed after ARTPOP.

    Highlights: Dancin in circles, Angel Down, Grigio Girls
  25. mistress999
    Oct 24, 2016
    6
    'Joanne' 'is a mixture of very classic pop songs, with no clear identity. Very often, while listening to it, you could get the impression that some songs come from the repertoire of other mainstream universe starlets ('' Dancing In Circles '' sounds like a Gwen Stefani b-side, '' A-YO '' from Aguilera or Megan Trainor '' for example).
    Despite this, ''Joanne'' is overall enjoyable. ''    'Joanne' 'is a mixture of very classic pop songs, with no clear identity. Very often, while listening to it, you could get the impression that some songs come from the repertoire of other mainstream universe starlets ('' Dancing In Circles '' sounds like a Gwen Stefani b-side, '' A-YO '' from Aguilera or Megan Trainor '' for example).
    Despite this, ''Joanne'' is overall enjoyable. '' Diamond Heart '' has a pretty good pace, '' Joanne '' (the best song in my opinion) has a lovely refrain, '' Million Reasons '' is a beautiful ballad, '' Sinner's Prayer '' is very pleasant although not very original, and there's also a surprising duet with Welch. '' Angel Down '' is a good piece, although it clearly recalls the atmosphere of Del Rey ''Video Games ''.
    The remaining songs are mediocre.    … Expand
  26. bkennb
    Oct 24, 2016
    6
    In terms of the Lady Gaga we've all come to love/hate by now, this album definitely differs not only from the sound of her last three LP's, but, also the direction. "Joanne" finds more of a raw, emotional, Gaga this time around. The set opens with "Diamond Heart," which actually sounds like a 'Born This Way'-leftover, nonetheless, still a nice tune for Little Monsters to rejoice to. The LPIn terms of the Lady Gaga we've all come to love/hate by now, this album definitely differs not only from the sound of her last three LP's, but, also the direction. "Joanne" finds more of a raw, emotional, Gaga this time around. The set opens with "Diamond Heart," which actually sounds like a 'Born This Way'-leftover, nonetheless, still a nice tune for Little Monsters to rejoice to. The LP has highlights such as a the guitar-heavy "A-YO," the late 60's influenced "Come to Mama," and the Florence Welch assisted track, "Hey Girl," but I feel that the standout track is the title track, naturally. The track ["Joanne"] is emotionally well executed and catchy; "Take my hand / Stay Joanne / Heaven's not, ready for you." However, this could very well be one of Gaga's less popular LP;s; even behind "ARTPOP," but it does deliver a few songs here and there that will easily end up on your Spotify playlists.… Expand
  27. sabb
    Oct 24, 2016
    9
    Pppppppppppppeeeeeeeeeeerrrrrrrrrrrrrfffffffffffffffffeeeeeeeeeeecccccccccccccccccccttttttttttttt
    it's the most beautiful album of lady gagaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
  28. Truebluedeluxe
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    She gave us different genres in each era and i think this is one of her best albums so far. Rock, country, soul, pop what ever you want! This album is morr mature and meaningful than some of her other works! I love it.
  29. ivanlahumadam
    Nov 1, 2016
    10
    The Most perfect organic album of 2016, is great when an artist of the stature of Miss Gaga reinvents and takes opposite to the mainstream music today, Gaga is a musical genius.
  30. EmmsSo
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    Best album of 2016 so far. Lady Gaga has so many faces and that's what makes her a real artist. She can do anything and do it right. Joanne is what we all were waiting for.
  31. Copito
    Nov 1, 2016
    10
    es un álbum fantástico, creo que la evolución que tuvo gaga después de artpop mejoro bastante, dejo de lado ese sonido robotico que no me asía sentir a gusto, mientras que ahora se escucha tan natural que ahora considero que es mi album favoritos.
  32. bwitteck
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    Joanne is easily the most beautiful, raw, meaningful and well put together album of Gaga's career thus far. Although the odds were against her since ARTPOP she has continued to top Jazz charts and produce music with meaning (i.e Till It Happens To You) and has constantly been an activist outside her music career. Joanne starts with Diamond Heart exploring her past as a college drop out,Joanne is easily the most beautiful, raw, meaningful and well put together album of Gaga's career thus far. Although the odds were against her since ARTPOP she has continued to top Jazz charts and produce music with meaning (i.e Till It Happens To You) and has constantly been an activist outside her music career. Joanne starts with Diamond Heart exploring her past as a college drop out, GoGo dancer in NY and her path along the heart break and sexual assault of men during her years from 18-20 before her major break from Just Dance and such. Then we get this total BOP of a song AYO were she and her friends are smoking the haters and doing themselves. But we also get some heartbreak songs Joanne, Million Reasons, Angel Down where her emotions are on her sleeve and she is putting her family, friends and personal life into a golden album. Plus she worked with amazing artists - Brian Newman, Florence Welch, Mark Ronson, Father John Misty, Hillary Lindsey - on an album she truly spoke from the heart and in such a pure vocal way. While people continue to believe she can't sing or that she isn't true to herself, they are so beyond wrong as she may be the most influential artist of our generation and has incredible vocals to slay away with. This album is a combination of soul, pop, rock, country, and dance music you will spin to!… Expand
  33. FelipeRuiz
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    This is the album of her life - so far - and i am so proud of her and what she acomplished ... good job Gaga and what you have done with all of us the little monsters
  34. Jamrodriguez
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    A good personal album, structured good and with great inspiration. Undoubtedly an album that was marking one before and one later. Beautiful work! I cannot wait to see mas of you
  35. matiasdaaaxd
    Oct 25, 2016
    10
    the sound of album is great and sweet ,
    the delivery almbun mixed feelings that we can recognize
    lady gaga this time did a wonderful job, her album is very organic sounds
  36. Grigio_Boy
    Oct 25, 2016
    10
    This album try to rescue all the sense of pop music, helped by country and folk sound, maybe we have the best album of the year in our ears. Lady Gaga do it again! You need to hear: Grigio Girls, Diamond Heart, Joanne and Million Reasons to understand the concept.
  37. Sebseba
    Oct 25, 2016
    10
    Es, desde mi perspectiva el álbum más maduro de Gaga, en el cual la calidad de las letras y de su rango vocal son perfectos, y hacen del album una producción buena, alejada de la moda de la música sin sentido y con ritmos repetitivos y monótonos.
  38. stardustpotion
    Oct 29, 2016
    10
    I feel that this album shows a different face of gaga. A real gaga, a gaga that we know is powerful, but that is also human. A human being that suffers, that falls in love and that go through heartbreaks. I feel that this album shows us a gaga real vulnerable but also a gaga that is speaking with feminist message. Nothing, it's a great album with awesome lyrics. Totally worth it♡
  39. DanielAlberico
    Oct 30, 2016
    10
    Em seu novo álbum de estúdio, intitulado "Joanne", Lady Gaga mais uma vez mostra ao público sua capacidade de se transmutar musicalmente, evidenciando, também, sua versatilidade e ratificando sua personalidade camaleônica. Esse é de longe o mais honesto e pessoal álbum da carreira da cantora - vencendo até de Born This Way -, podendo ser, de fato, um divisor de águas no mundo da música.Em seu novo álbum de estúdio, intitulado "Joanne", Lady Gaga mais uma vez mostra ao público sua capacidade de se transmutar musicalmente, evidenciando, também, sua versatilidade e ratificando sua personalidade camaleônica. Esse é de longe o mais honesto e pessoal álbum da carreira da cantora - vencendo até de Born This Way -, podendo ser, de fato, um divisor de águas no mundo da música. Apenas nos resta aguardar para que verifiquemos quais serão os próximos passos de Gaga. Espero que continue sendo excêntrica e que mantenha o público surpreendido - como sempre fez.… Expand
  40. KrisMad
    Oct 31, 2016
    9
    Never one to be pigeon-holed, Gaga, is a master of reinvention and keeps it fresh with every new offering throughout her career. Breaking musical boundaries, she is one artist who can literally sing and do whatever she sets her heart to. Joanne is a breath of fresh air by an artist who takes risks and isn't reliant on what's trending on radio to express her artistry. From the opening ofNever one to be pigeon-holed, Gaga, is a master of reinvention and keeps it fresh with every new offering throughout her career. Breaking musical boundaries, she is one artist who can literally sing and do whatever she sets her heart to. Joanne is a breath of fresh air by an artist who takes risks and isn't reliant on what's trending on radio to express her artistry. From the opening of Diamond Heart, reminiscent of 80s hair bands to the bouncy Just Another Day, Joanne has so many highs and lows that it shows Gaga's versatility as a musician. From Disco-EDM alien to Jazz songstress to Americana cowgirl, Gaga is the most interesting and genuine pop star of our time. Some kudos to the girl, and yes she CAN sing (which people have to somehow keep reminding themselves of - Superbowl?, Sound of Music Tribute at the Oscars?...virtually anytime she has taken to a microphone)… Expand
  41. samwich21
    Jun 8, 2017
    7
    Gaga is known for her crooning and killer vocals. However, "Joanne" gives Gaga a weak platform for presentation. "Joanne" isn't Gaga's worst output, but it just doesn't stand on the level of "The Fame" or "The Fame Monster." "Million Reasons" is the clear standout track. Gaga's vocals soar and crack and croon and captivate. "Perfect Illusion" is actually another standout for me, despiteGaga is known for her crooning and killer vocals. However, "Joanne" gives Gaga a weak platform for presentation. "Joanne" isn't Gaga's worst output, but it just doesn't stand on the level of "The Fame" or "The Fame Monster." "Million Reasons" is the clear standout track. Gaga's vocals soar and crack and croon and captivate. "Perfect Illusion" is actually another standout for me, despite its mixed critical reviews. Illusion showcases what Gaga does best: belt her heart out. I'm not sure how I feel on Ronson's production, but I do appreciate the retro input of Bloodpop. Standout tracks are A-Yo, Million Reasons, Perfect Illusion, John Wayne & Sinner's Prayer.… Expand
  42. danher
    Nov 1, 2016
    8
    A record inspired by many genres perfectly put together, it's a solid pop album. It's a grower. It feels more organic than her past studio album ARTPOP which was really a mess. Her vocals are outstanding in EVERY SINGLE song and you can actually feel what she's feeling throghout the whole story that this album has to tell. It's not as inspiring and innovating as Born This Way but it'sA record inspired by many genres perfectly put together, it's a solid pop album. It's a grower. It feels more organic than her past studio album ARTPOP which was really a mess. Her vocals are outstanding in EVERY SINGLE song and you can actually feel what she's feeling throghout the whole story that this album has to tell. It's not as inspiring and innovating as Born This Way but it's definitely a step forward for her as an artist.

    The outstanding: Dancin In Circles, Perfect Illusion, Hey Girl, Angel Down    … Expand
  43. queeeen
    Nov 2, 2016
    10
    Perfect !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  44. IloloJr
    Nov 2, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Eu particularmente amei este álbum autobiográfico de Lady Gaga. Nós todos do Brasil amamos. Achei que ele vai do "8 ao 80" ( uma expressão regional do meu país para dizer que podemos sentir uma oscilação entre vários gêneros dentro desse universo que Gaga criou nesse álbum). Podemos ouvir Rock, Pop, Soul, Jazz, Funk... e tudo dentro de uma atmosfera que se encaixa. Nada se destoa muito da proposta. Além de ser uma bela homenagem a sua tia Joanne que já faleceu, antes mesmo de Gaga nascer. Achei um dos melhores álbuns de sua carreira e que traz uma nova etapa de Gaga, numa fase mais "clean". Agora podemos ver o rosto de Lady Gaga sem muitos figurinos e maquiagem, podemos ouvir mais da bela voz que ela tem. Sua rebeldia famosa foi "domada" e parece ter sido canalizada para o lugar certo na potencia de seus agudos. Mark Ronson também faz uma bela dupla e foi essencial nesse trabalho. Será uma linda tournê em bares, onde poderemos ver Gaga performar com todo seu sentimento pela música que sempre colocou, tocando piano, baixo e guitarra, Por fim, destaco as músicas que mais gostei como, Diamond heart, Joanne, Dancing in cincles e Million reasons. Gostaria muito de ver mais trabalhos em cima dessas músicas, como videos e performances, mas não ficarei desapontado se essas não forem as escolhidas, haja vista que o álbum todo está de uma qualidade tremenda que qualquer outra canção também mereça. Gostaria muito de ver Gaga de volta ao Brasil, um país que recebe as pessoas muito bem e onde tenho certeza de que Gaga foi muito feliz em sua visita, GAGA COME TO BRAZIL, COME TO ROCK IN RIO! I LOVE U SO MUCH.… Expand
  45. MassimoIT
    Nov 2, 2016
    8
    With 'Joanne', Lady Gaga explores a new world, a more sofisticate world than the world of 'Born This Way' or 'Artpop'. 'Joanne' is a grower, as all her other albums. I think it is one of the most powerful and soulful LP of the year. Anyway I don't want to give the maximum ammount of points, but 'Joanne' is a very good album. It's going to be on repeat for a lot of time.
  46. thiagoramos
    Nov 4, 2016
    10
    Divisor de águas na carreira dela, cada música soa como uma história e tem um misto de sentimentos. Qualquer uma das músicas poderiam ser singles e , talvez, ela poderia lançar um videoclipe pra cada uma.
  47. LemonadeJoe
    Jan 4, 2017
    7
    New music from Gaga is very ambiguous. Tracks "John Wayne", "Diamond Heart" and "Perfect Illusion" made a great impression. But the rest of the tracks are very "raw"
  48. sobreduardo
    Jan 27, 2017
    1
    Lady Gaga's JOANNE is the greatest exponent that shows that a marketing product can not evolve musically, ending with a phase full of genuineness and starting a full of hypocrisy and falsehood.
  49. dasada
    May 13, 2017
    6
    The main problem is that this album revels in the same sheen of prior releases while trying to lean towards a more natural and authentic presentation of herself and her music. This album tries too hard to pull into the influences that it holds dear, but then shuffles them to the point of cringe-worthy tackiness. It's an admirable effort and an interesting predecessor for future releases,The main problem is that this album revels in the same sheen of prior releases while trying to lean towards a more natural and authentic presentation of herself and her music. This album tries too hard to pull into the influences that it holds dear, but then shuffles them to the point of cringe-worthy tackiness. It's an admirable effort and an interesting predecessor for future releases, but Joanne is unfortunately a failed experiment.… Expand
  50. PsychoLevi
    Aug 31, 2019
    1
    It's hard to imagine that a phenomenal big star became so bad. In the past, she reached the top of pop music world and leaded the trend. But now, she is just so mediocre.
  51. partyfavor
    Apr 22, 2018
    6
    I feel a little mixed about this album. As much as I love Lady Gaga, this album felt lackluster for me. The songs in this albums as a "single" is fantastic. But as an album? I am a bit torn whether I like it or not. The album's tonality is not cohesive for me. I appreciate her an artist that expands her genre and musicality but I am definitely not a fan of country music. This is still aI feel a little mixed about this album. As much as I love Lady Gaga, this album felt lackluster for me. The songs in this albums as a "single" is fantastic. But as an album? I am a bit torn whether I like it or not. The album's tonality is not cohesive for me. I appreciate her an artist that expands her genre and musicality but I am definitely not a fan of country music. This is still a good album although this is not something of quality that I am always expecting of her.… Expand
  52. Haandy
    Dec 16, 2020
    0
    Segundo escoramento, dessa vez na tia falecida que ela nunca conheceu e no estilo country que os fãs juram gostar kkkkkkkkkkk
  53. Paulsonof
    Jun 19, 2018
    2
    She is trying desperately to be recognized as a good singer, and that is what is making her so annoying and boring. Girl, remember, when someone is a singing legend, everyone SAY IT and EXPRESS IT, not yourself. When you stop being selfish, you will let your real voice be what it is. Do not imitate anyone career, do it by heart but not showing yourself as you want to push everyone to loveShe is trying desperately to be recognized as a good singer, and that is what is making her so annoying and boring. Girl, remember, when someone is a singing legend, everyone SAY IT and EXPRESS IT, not yourself. When you stop being selfish, you will let your real voice be what it is. Do not imitate anyone career, do it by heart but not showing yourself as you want to push everyone to love your music. Even if your voice has improved, I meant your technique, technique is not everything on singing.… Expand
  54. hmkkbjs
    Feb 22, 2019
    0
    Her worst album ever, it's terrible and so disappointing, we miss the old Lady Gaga, it's so sad.
  55. MonsieurX
    Jun 15, 2019
    0
    what a boring, uninspired and lazy album. Gaga screams all the time awful and predictable ballads, Hey girl in probably the worst track, but Million Reasons makes my ears bleeding
  56. minham
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Aqui conhecemos uma Lady Gaga que nunca vimos, seus vocais ganham destaque em um álbum solo. PERFEITO!
  57. ddenxz
    Aug 28, 2020
    0
    average album but i think i'll give a 0 because i wanted to do it, stream rare & folklore instead of this please, you have no taste...
  58. FellipeBio
    Aug 29, 2020
    0
    Gaga já era ruim fazendo pop, o que ela pensou? Que ficaria melhor mudando o gênero?
  59. cuzinho1
    Mar 19, 2021
    10
    Joanne still represents a striking course correction for Lady Gaga. By abandoning the dance club for the dive bar, she may have tossed aside her status as a pop star once and for all. But Gaga has emerged as something better and truer.
  60. 0987
    Dec 25, 2016
    8
    Pretty nice album by Gaga. Even though I still miss the old Gaga (with catchy songs like Bad Romance or Telephone or Just Dance etc.), this album is also good. Only song that I don't like is Perfect Illusion. Best songs from this album for me are: Million Reasons and Joanne.
  61. Samer
    Nov 27, 2020
    10
    Amazing, show stopping, never been done before, totally unique, vomit on it, **** on it, give birth to it!
  62. hunterslade
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    This album has a lot of heart and shows Gaga at her most vulnerable yet. Mark Ronson's production highlights Gaga's unedited vocals in perfect harmony and brings a magical element to the record. Lyrically, this is her best work–particularly with the track "Angel Down," which may be her best writing thus far. Gaga continues to evolve as as artist, and this album puts her two steps forwardThis album has a lot of heart and shows Gaga at her most vulnerable yet. Mark Ronson's production highlights Gaga's unedited vocals in perfect harmony and brings a magical element to the record. Lyrically, this is her best work–particularly with the track "Angel Down," which may be her best writing thus far. Gaga continues to evolve as as artist, and this album puts her two steps forward from the back step of ARTPOP. This album lays the groundwork for a future of wonderful music and creative experimentation.… Expand
  63. Eddann123
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Gaga nos muestra su album mas familiar y personal, muestra su talento vocal y se aleja de su sonido clasico demostrando que tiene versatilidad.
  64. RobbyP
    May 2, 2018
    9
    Not her best work, but a step up from Artpop (which I still enjoyed but was not floored by). There's a lot to love on Joanne, and this is perhaps Lady Gaga's most emotionally-resonant effort to date. I'd recommend "Diamond Heart," "AYO," "Joanne," "Million Reasons," "Sinner's Prayer," and--if you're going for the deluxe edition--"Just Another Day."
  65. luis17
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Thank You GaGa for this amazing album. this is the best, you need to promote this album as ever this is the best so far thank you my dear i just love you
  66. ladygagaaddict1
    Feb 23, 2018
    8
    A very different look at Gaga from a more raw perspective, still with plenty of the elements that made Gaga so special in the past.
  67. ahseba
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    Outstanding. She took a huge risk and it paid off. Gaga is truly ahead of her time artistically, don't be fooled by the people who say the title track sounds like express yourself because it sure as hell doesn't. It's utterly exceptional and has explored something more than just conventional pop and takes on a much deeper meaning, and not one that applies to more than just her fans. YouOutstanding. She took a huge risk and it paid off. Gaga is truly ahead of her time artistically, don't be fooled by the people who say the title track sounds like express yourself because it sure as hell doesn't. It's utterly exceptional and has explored something more than just conventional pop and takes on a much deeper meaning, and not one that applies to more than just her fans. You don't have to like it but you certainly have to listen to it. They are the kind of tracks that you can listen to everyday for a year and then one day you hear something new that makes you fall in love with them all over again. Both aurally and visually it has the power to make every other female star instantly look dated.… Expand
  68. raulkul
    Oct 25, 2016
    10
    With Joanne, Lady Gaga has embraced everything she's best at: great vocals, great songs and great rhythms, tones and production. And let's be honesty, it's not everyday you have an album produced by Mark Ronson, right? Joanne is beautiiful, raw, real and mature. It's Gaga at her best! Of course this is not a dance album, with cheap and mainstream beats, so don't worry if you don't listenWith Joanne, Lady Gaga has embraced everything she's best at: great vocals, great songs and great rhythms, tones and production. And let's be honesty, it's not everyday you have an album produced by Mark Ronson, right? Joanne is beautiiful, raw, real and mature. It's Gaga at her best! Of course this is not a dance album, with cheap and mainstream beats, so don't worry if you don't listen to it when you're at the club or on radios, but for sure, this an album that joins what is destroyed, an album to travel, to feel, to think about life, to drink a beer and have a good time with your family and friends. Oh, not to mention that Florence is featuring "Hey Girl", so...… Expand
  69. mickayel
    Oct 24, 2016
    9
    Really cohesive album. Something that works when listened as an entire album, with all songs together. It's very hard to agree on favourites with friends because it changes day to day. The songs seem to grow differently each time you hear them. Really powerful album, couldn't recommend more! This seems to be Gaga like we have never seen. Don't base this album off what you think you know about her!
  70. MatthewSC
    Jun 14, 2020
    10
    Slightly stripped back and a different sound for Gaga. An enjoyable listen. Standout tracks: John Wayne, Dancin' in Circles, Million Reasons and Perfect Illusion.
  71. SergenGokdag
    Oct 25, 2016
    10
    I really love the way she goes.. This album is perfect! Come to Mama,Dancin' in Circles, John Wayne,Diamond Heart album highlights.. And Perfect Illusion and Million Reasons very good songs.
  72. xabierowsky
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    Lady Gaga's best album by miles. Excellent tracks, no fillers, wonderful voice, a wide range of music styles... This woman is an icon and forever will be. Long live Lady Gaga.
  73. alehmarchiori
    Oct 23, 2016
    10
    Some people here are so creating accounts to give bad reviews, that is so silly, you will not change the world and not the Gaga's bank account, grow up guys! The record is amazing!
  74. Wixson
    May 29, 2020
    10
    Grab your headphones, go for a walk and listen to this album. It already feels timeless because of how human and heartwarming it is.
  75. thematthew
    Oct 27, 2016
    8
    In Joanne, Gaga embarks on a new sound, we could say: in a mixture of genres that influenced his childhood in the main, the Country Music. The magic of it is in fact the essence of all, is an autobiographical album for the most part and that she do this with his raw voice in almost every song, using his biggest influence, mixing raw art itself in the visual era and all human contact thatIn Joanne, Gaga embarks on a new sound, we could say: in a mixture of genres that influenced his childhood in the main, the Country Music. The magic of it is in fact the essence of all, is an autobiographical album for the most part and that she do this with his raw voice in almost every song, using his biggest influence, mixing raw art itself in the visual era and all human contact that she is having with fans this year, makes this album an magnificent thing, very emotional and touching. Gaga deconstructs the taboos was created to the public by herself, the breaking expectations and is presented as it is: a human being. All of this is encompassed in the name 'Joanne', his middle name and the name of his late aunt. Taking perfect illusion which was perhaps a mistake to be on this album (despite being very good), the whole album sounds like a perfect mix, but not a mixture of Artpop, his latest album, a mix of meaning, traveling without disperse. A true solo album and a real singer singer. Very good.… Expand
  76. spongeswift
    Nov 21, 2017
    7
    Joanne is one of the best pop/country albums since Taylor Swift's Red. The production was overall great, the lyrics were ok but the vocals were amazing. Perfect Illusion was not a good entrance to the album. It was pure pop with some instruments. The radio hated it, the gp didn't care for it and the fans were overall disappointed. But then the album came out and everything changed. ThereJoanne is one of the best pop/country albums since Taylor Swift's Red. The production was overall great, the lyrics were ok but the vocals were amazing. Perfect Illusion was not a good entrance to the album. It was pure pop with some instruments. The radio hated it, the gp didn't care for it and the fans were overall disappointed. But then the album came out and everything changed. There were pop songs even some more country/rock ones. Now there are flaws on the album for sure but overall it's a fun pop/country/rock album.… Expand
  77. UweB
    Jun 9, 2020
    5
    I only like "Million Reasons" and "Angel down".
    The rest is a mixed bag with some good ideas - often in the Codas, much less in the mostly very repetitive refrains. And in the Pop Territory Gaga seems to like a kind of nerve cracking, theatrical yelling and yowling singing style.
    Better than ArtPop but still not a great Album. Even all the collaborators could not help Joanne Gaga. I    I only like "Million Reasons" and "Angel down".
    The rest is a mixed bag with some good ideas - often in the Codas, much less in the mostly very repetitive refrains. And in the Pop Territory Gaga seems to like a kind of nerve cracking, theatrical yelling and yowling singing style.
    Better than ArtPop but still not a great Album. Even all the collaborators could not help Joanne Gaga.
    I dont watn to listen to this kind of stuff at home or on the ways.    … Expand
  78. SoFetch
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    There is any doubt that Lady Gaga has created (not a masterpiece, though) a beautiful album which is leading her to reach a higher point of her career. With little experimental sounds of country, rock and even doo woop has gained to her more credibility as an artist and making her to create an over-the-top album.
  79. nicoperfler
    Nov 18, 2016
    10
    It is simply amazing. Gaga is out of her comfort zone (or is she?) and did an AMAZING job. I feel very happy being a Little Monster and being able to listen to tracks such as Come to Mama and Diamond Heart. The problem with promotion has got nothing to do with this album's contents but with Interscope itself. On the other hand, if Gaga and Interscope decide to work as a team, the fans willIt is simply amazing. Gaga is out of her comfort zone (or is she?) and did an AMAZING job. I feel very happy being a Little Monster and being able to listen to tracks such as Come to Mama and Diamond Heart. The problem with promotion has got nothing to do with this album's contents but with Interscope itself. On the other hand, if Gaga and Interscope decide to work as a team, the fans will have a great deal of amazing music videos and musical anthems. Thanks Gaga for this album… Expand
  80. sonofrice
    Oct 24, 2016
    7
    One of the biggest trends in pop music is big stars releasing "personal", "authentic" albums with more stripped-back production and less club-ready dance songs. Everything points to this album being that for Lady Gaga, and it works surprisingly well. I'm not interested in debating the authenticity of the album, but as someone who has always liked Gaga's voice though never much of herOne of the biggest trends in pop music is big stars releasing "personal", "authentic" albums with more stripped-back production and less club-ready dance songs. Everything points to this album being that for Lady Gaga, and it works surprisingly well. I'm not interested in debating the authenticity of the album, but as someone who has always liked Gaga's voice though never much of her music, I think this is a really solid album. It definitely has a strong country/Americana influence, and she has the rawness in her voice to sell that. It isn't perfect, but it's a huge step in the right direction after the messy ARTPOP.… Expand
  81. msjuliocesar
    Oct 25, 2016
    10
    I'm in love with this new record. Gaga created a new sound, totally different from the others albums. She reinvented herself and that's amazing! The beats with instrummental and not with synthesizer gives a new sonority for it.
  82. DASALASO
    Oct 25, 2016
    10
    Mejor que muchos del año, la mejor, hermosaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
  83. Serkin1999
    Oct 23, 2016
    10
    Waiting for an album to look from the end of "Art pop", which is still much, but he was too hyped and so complex texts did not go in his favor. This is just perfect. All the songs are very emotional, filled with meaning and love. I will try to mention a greater number of songs:

    "Perfect illusion" - an unfortunate choice of lead single. The song is good, but no more. Compared with other    Waiting for an album to look from the end of "Art pop", which is still much, but he was too hyped and so complex texts did not go in his favor. This is just perfect. All the songs are very emotional, filled with meaning and love. I will try to mention a greater number of songs:

    "Perfect illusion" - an unfortunate choice of lead single. The song is good, but no more. Compared with other songs in an album, it is rather weak. The meaning is quite simple - we had a love Gaga, and she was blind. 9/10

    "Hey Girl" - it's just something unreal. Gaga duet with Florence. Easy song, his mesmerizing music and lyrics. Suffice it tightly ingrained in memory. 10/10

    "Diamond Heart" - a reflection of a great many people in our time. This story Stephanie, who has found love, but also managed to lose it. 10/10

    "Angel Down" - an excellent drama, with the deepest sense. That only is the ending 10/10

    Of the rest there is no sense of anything to say. It is better to listen to the album. That's what I waited for 3 years. Masterpiece!    … Expand
  84. maritoolgch
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    Su voz es increíble estaba esperando el momento en que la suelte, este disco me sorprendió, la verdad un gran cambio brutal ! Wow sin palabras, quiero ya verte en vivo por que se que me aras sentir estas canciones
  85. AlfredoNN19
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    This is an excellent album what proves that Lady Gaga is a great artist, showing her amazing voice and incredible talent.
    One of my favorite songs from the album is Joanne, this song has a beautiful lyrics and a lot of feelings.
  86. Onoros
    Dec 23, 2016
    5
    5/10.........................................................................................................................................................
  87. yeanfranco27
    Oct 25, 2016
    10
    Best album for her career! Reinventing pop music... Such emotional and heartfelt tracks.This album can be for anyone. It has something unique to it for all ears to hear.
  88. Gjmzvs
    Oct 21, 2017
    9
    It's a good mix of Country and Pop music and the ballads are powerful and emotive, this album doesn't have the musical quality of her first, second and third album, but it surpasses ArtPop.
  89. cesarnuel
    Oct 25, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is a fantastic album! It has influences from many musical genres. She just keeps getting better and her vocals are more powerful than even. Mark Ronson did a wonderful job as producer. One of the most amazing Gaga's album, I love it!!!… Expand
  90. wallacejdiniz
    Nov 24, 2021
    10
    Talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before, unafraid to reference or not reference...
  91. ThominhasHawk
    Oct 25, 2016
    10
    Best album Lady Gaga topped once more and give a show every song. I Love JOANNE. I expect him to do very successfully. We buy and help a lot. I Loveeeeeeeeeee Lady Gaga
  92. Veck
    Oct 27, 2016
    10
    Simplesmente uma obra prima. Joanne é um álbum acima do esperado, as letras são incríveis, a melodia encantadora, as faixas não tão longas fazem do álbum viciante. Simplesmente o melhor lançamento de 2016.
  93. pedrofaro
    Aug 15, 2017
    9
    gaga prove us that she's one of the best singers in the world, pop stars, showing us one side that wehad never seeing before. "dancin in circles" NEEDS to be a single!!
  94. JuanEstebanG
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    Just one word can define this piece of art... AMAZING!
    Lady Gaga is a complete artist. Her vocals and her imagination are reflected in this album, one of my favorites for this 2016.
  95. tadeo93
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    The album is flawless. Gaga evolves again and returns riper than ever. Her last album with Tony Bennett, Cheek To Cheek has been obviously an influence on it.

    Fully recommended.
  96. Ashimashi
    May 28, 2020
    0
    an overrated album by an overrated delusional artist who stands for nothing but for her fame and fortune.
  97. LonelyCritic
    Oct 24, 2016
    9
    An Incredibly satisfying twist from Gaga that left me absolutely speechless.
    My only objection Is A-YO which is a little weak. but other than that PI,MR,TIC,JW all incredible songs.
    Great job miss. Gaga.
  98. IgorCryBaby
    Dec 24, 2017
    9
    It's something new from her and I like it. I like it a lot more than ARTPOP.
  99. TryAgainGata
    Oct 27, 2016
    6
    1. Diamond Heart 3/5
    2. A-YO 4/5
    3. Joanne 3/5
    4. John Wayne 4/5
    5. Dancin' In Circles 3/5
    6. Perfect Illusion 4/5
    7. Million Reasons 4/5
    8. Sinner's Prayers 4/5
    9. Come to Mama 4/5
    10. Hey Girl 4/5
    11. Angel Down 3/5
    12. Grigio Girls 3/5
    13. Just Another Day 3/5
    14. Angel Down - Work Tape 3/5
  100. Rz23
    Oct 21, 2016
    9
    Joanne is not Gaga's best album but by far is her most interesting. All fourteen tracks deserve a spin to fully understand the depth of her album. The album is experimental and new. Though it may sound sour to those who still want the "Poker Face" Gaga. Joanne still manages to show a new side of Gaga, a side that shows her vulnerability. Highlight tracks are A-yo, Hey Girl (a steamy duetJoanne is not Gaga's best album but by far is her most interesting. All fourteen tracks deserve a spin to fully understand the depth of her album. The album is experimental and new. Though it may sound sour to those who still want the "Poker Face" Gaga. Joanne still manages to show a new side of Gaga, a side that shows her vulnerability. Highlight tracks are A-yo, Hey Girl (a steamy duet with Florence Welch), and Million Reasons.… Expand
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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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