Positions
by Ariana Grande
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Oct 30, 2020
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7.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 5940 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 4,157 out of 5940
  2. Mixed: 417 out of 5940
  3. Negative: 1,366 out of 5940
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  1. Corcho
    Sep 4, 2023
    10
    EL MEJOR DISCO DE LA HISTORIA.


    Un exquisito viaje musical a través de su fase que dejó Ariana en el estaba muy felíz. Entregó excelente lírica, instrumental, producción, estética. La reina del pop es insuperable.
  2. xnicrv
    Aug 26, 2023
    8
    More confident, more sure of herself, more satisfied and sexier. This is what Ariana Grande looks like on her sixth studio album Positions.
    The sound of Positions is certainly new: pop has taken a back seat and contemporary R&B is the real protagonist. Entirely written by the performer herself, assisted by close friends and collaborators, Positions offers some of the freest and most    More confident, more sure of herself, more satisfied and sexier. This is what Ariana Grande looks like on her sixth studio album Positions.
    The sound of Positions is certainly new: pop has taken a back seat and contemporary R&B is the real protagonist. Entirely written by the performer herself, assisted by close friends and collaborators, Positions offers some of the freest and most unfiltered lyrics that Grande has ever sung and performed. Tracks like My Hair, Love Language and Just Like Magic are real anthems to femininity, sexuality, power, and freedom, the central themes of the record.
    Although there are sentimental and intimate ballads such as Off the Table and POV, among the best composed songs by Grande, the main purpose of Positions is the exaltation of a captivating and at times provocative positivity, which wants to leave old painful experiences behind.
    While sticking to an R&B line as strong as ever, it's hard for Grande and her producers to break away from the trap and hip hop influences introduced first with Sweetener, then especially with Thank U, Next. The general production of the record maintains a more than sufficient quality. The main flaw is the weak musical cohesion between the different tracks of the project, which is sometimes fluctuating.
    Textually speaking, Positions sees Grande taking the reins as songwriter more freely, sexily and forcefully than ever before. Nonetheless, qualitatively defining the lyrics of the project in a single way is quite difficult: the attention, care and choice of linguistic register depend on the individual songs. If with the title track, Shut Up, Just Like Magic and Motive Grande keeps herself on a level suitable for a pop star, in Off The Table, Safety Net and POV she surpasses herself, demonstrating a very high compositional ability. The single 34+35, the most sexually explicit song ever performed by Grande, and the track Nasty are instead the most ambiguous songs: frivolous, simple and not at all sentimental, they definitely lower the quality of the album, despite being catchy and captivating.
    The real highlight of the album is undoubtedly Grande's vocal virtuosity. Never so light and powerful at the same time, never so spontaneous, never so clean has Ariana Grande been in the interpretation of her songs. To say that in My Hair her whistle register is jaw-dropping is an understatement.
    Overall, Positions presents itself as a project full of potential. Although difficult to delineate qualitatively in a universal way, it was certainly useful for its interpreter to write more lightheartedly about her life and feelings, to let go of the pressure, and to explore new musical fields; and that's what matters to Grande.    … Expand
  3. Ikaiiiiio
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    This by far is one of Grande's best albums, it has maturity and comfort ❤️ the queen of pop
  4. Sixthirty76
    Apr 26, 2023
    10
    The best record ever released by one of the only singers who can sing live in the twenty-first century.
  5. patp
    Apr 26, 2023
    7
    Good album and very cohesive overall but probablly not her best. Feels repetitive sometimes.
  6. Viihgrande
    Mar 23, 2023
    10
    just a perfect album, i love this album and it's so nice to see ariana mature, ariana love you and thank you for this
  7. xxBUTERAxx
    Mar 15, 2023
    10
    10/10. Ariana never misses, whether she goes full pop or mixes it with r&b, she nails it everytime.
  8. alexmeloph
    Mar 14, 2023
    10
    Uno de los mejores álbumes de Ariana hablando de cualquier aspecto, desde letra hasta producción, esperamos con ansias su nuevo álbum porque Ariana nunca decepciona
  9. Gurv707
    Feb 21, 2023
    9
    One of her best albums to date! she delved into genres that she really wanted to previously, and as a whole sounds perfect. some of my favourites came from the deluxe of the album. worst behaviour is EXACTLY what i've ever wanted from her in one song
  10. Gusttavobuter
    Feb 16, 2023
    10
    super well produced perfect album and impeccable vocals, ariana is the queen of pop
  11. lmagxne
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    Her best album this deserves more, her voice is just amazing like did you hear her vocals?! And the production of the songs its giving very Disney and it suits her voice so well, literally addicted to this album it deserves the word and more miss ari we need more music like positon...ya'll slept on songs like love language or obvious and more...even the deluxe version wich has only 4 newHer best album this deserves more, her voice is just amazing like did you hear her vocals?! And the production of the songs its giving very Disney and it suits her voice so well, literally addicted to this album it deserves the word and more miss ari we need more music like positon...ya'll slept on songs like love language or obvious and more...even the deluxe version wich has only 4 new songs is a masterpiece...sorry for anyone who doesn't have taste apparently… Expand
  12. Ginm_
    Jan 27, 2023
    7
    I don’t know.
    Not a bad album but a little bit repetitive, I would have given to it a 7,5 score if I could.
  13. Iamayrtonvalter
    Jan 15, 2023
    10
    Ariana Grande really knows how to use her voice. With a touch of maturity during her lifetime she was able to express herself better through "positions." The harmonies make Ari a no-remover brand.
  14. talysson8
    Jan 10, 2023
    10
    A masterpiece. Very well produced and mixed.one of the best ariana albums. love it
  15. aestheticmoon
    Dec 17, 2022
    10
    The sound is so perfect for the vibe she was going for and this album is truly so underrated. Just Like Magic is absolutely the best song on this album. I don't know why most people disliked on this album.
    "just like magic", "safety net", "six thirty" ,"nasty" and "pov" are hidden gems . This is my favorite album of hers.
  16. chico-smith
    Dec 13, 2022
    8
    I hate that cover lmao but the album itself is very on par with her previous work, not sure why it fell between the chairs like it did. Ariana has solidified herself as a sophisticated pop star, she knows her strengths, she knows her style, she knows what works for her, it may be a rather anemic in performance sometimes compared to previous work (prob what she was going for, knowing she’sI hate that cover lmao but the album itself is very on par with her previous work, not sure why it fell between the chairs like it did. Ariana has solidified herself as a sophisticated pop star, she knows her strengths, she knows her style, she knows what works for her, it may be a rather anemic in performance sometimes compared to previous work (prob what she was going for, knowing she’s tired of just screaming or belting) but the vocals are still out of this world.. there are some top notch ariana golden classics - u just gotta look carefully. For my hoe ass that loves upbeat bubble pop songs - it was the overhated yet infectious 34+35 that stole my heart from the very first listen. I LOVED my hair and love language, to complete a respectable top 3. There are some fillers (uhm, just like magic) but u know that saying about trash and treasure lmao. I think every ariana fan can love this album, it has a lot to offer.… Expand
  17. n_netinho
    Oct 24, 2022
    9
    Um album muito bem produzido, porem creio que nem todo mundo irá gostar, mas sim e muito bom
  18. martinezz
    Oct 24, 2022
    10
    Truly her best album,exquisite,i wish it would have had a lot more of promo and of devotion from her and i also wish it was longer and that the deluxe tracks had bridge.
    Although all that,this album is a highlight in the music industry,vocal and lyrical wise.
  19. dxnirns
    Oct 24, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Este album es perfecto. Este es el disco que completa el triangulo de “Sweetener”, “thank u, next”. Es la etapa de superación, un disco lleno de canciones de amor, centrado en el R&B pero con toques Pop y Disco. Mis canciones favoritas son: “off the table (feat. The Weeknd)” y “west side”. La razón por la que no le doy 10 es porqué las canciones de la version Deluxe, se nota que no estan 100% acabadas, son muy buenas y no les saco todo el provecho… Expand
  20. darkparadise222
    Oct 23, 2022
    10
    Ariana has matured a lot with her musical work! We can consider it an R&B masterpiece ... With a few hints of explicit lyrics and harmonies with his angel voice! Far from being a POP album, however, an album with a sincere vibe.
  21. HONESTREVlEW
    Oct 23, 2022
    9
    her most maturing album sonically, but some of the tracks are way to short. Vocally may be her best work yet, but not enough to get a 10 review.
  22. Alejandrogra
    Oct 23, 2022
    10
    Its magical how her voice sounds in this album, its a masterpiece i love it soooo much
  23. OlinQa
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    wasdasfasaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
  24. Daniel_Cortes05
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    Es como un álbum perfecto para deleitarse con el poder vocal de Ariana además de su producción muy encantadora, top 3 en su discografía.
  25. sweet_cats
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    Positions has hints of classical and R&B — staples of her previous work. Songs like the title track and "love language" weave in orchestral strings, violins and catchy back beats to elevate the listening experience, effortlessly meshes these contrasting genres to keep her pop sound distinctive.
  26. PEDROMFR
    Oct 3, 2022
    10
    Finally, Ariana was allowed to release an entire R&B influenced album, and she couldn´t do it better. With powerful lyrics, and beautiful melodies that takes us to a paradisiac scenario, this album takes us to a journey of neverland, driven by the effortlessly smooth and strong Ari´s vocals. One of her best works so far, which deserves recognition since she innovated and evolved from herFinally, Ariana was allowed to release an entire R&B influenced album, and she couldn´t do it better. With powerful lyrics, and beautiful melodies that takes us to a paradisiac scenario, this album takes us to a journey of neverland, driven by the effortlessly smooth and strong Ari´s vocals. One of her best works so far, which deserves recognition since she innovated and evolved from her preview projects,… Expand
  27. rafacritique
    Sep 18, 2022
    8
    Ariana Grande é muito talentosa e sabe o que está fazendo com cada uma de suas músicas e com o Positions não foi diferente, o álbum traz uma tentativa sem se esforçar muito de ser um RNB mas acaba indo muito pras batidas repetitivas de trap e pop, mas músicas como pov, safety net, obvious, my hair e nasty conseguem trazer um ar de algo novo e belíssimo pra carreira de Ariana, masAriana Grande é muito talentosa e sabe o que está fazendo com cada uma de suas músicas e com o Positions não foi diferente, o álbum traz uma tentativa sem se esforçar muito de ser um RNB mas acaba indo muito pras batidas repetitivas de trap e pop, mas músicas como pov, safety net, obvious, my hair e nasty conseguem trazer um ar de algo novo e belíssimo pra carreira de Ariana, mas definitivamente não consegue chegar a álbuns como o Sweetener e o Thank U, Next.… Expand
  28. Wesleyndrade
    Sep 16, 2022
    10
    Um dos melhores álbuns dela , envelhecendo como vinho ! Stream Positions on Spotify guys
  29. Smilesformiles
    Aug 25, 2022
    10
    Her best album vocally. With dazzling instrumental - such as Violin. Very beautiful piece of work.
  30. Sesorrin
    Aug 24, 2022
    10
    Un increíble álbum raramente infravalorado, contiene una gran producción y los vocales son asombrosos. worst behavior, pov y six thirty te hacen muy feliz.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 24
  3. Negative: 0 out of 24
  1. Paste Magazine
    Dec 2, 2020
    72
    Grande is making no effort to be discreet, instead explicitly owning her sexuality—the album is called Positions, after all. The juxtaposition of beautiful violin sounds and risqué lyrics has become one of Grande’s signature sounds, and it suits her well.
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  2. The Observer (UK)
    Nov 9, 2020
    80
    Grande laid bare may well be seen as a stopgap in her canon, using taboo to checkmate her past trauma, but it does pull off the rare feat of at least sounding effortless.
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  3. PopMatters
    Nov 5, 2020
    80
    With little conflict and few psychological insights, Positions zeroes in on the enviable confidence that only pop stars on top of the world and with nothing to lose can afford. It's easy to write it off as empty calories, but pop has always been described in such terms: cake, candy, chocolate, confection. Positions isn't a "sweetener" but pure sugar.
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