Rare
by Selena Gomez
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8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 9647 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 1,119 out of 9647
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  1. Janahi
    Jun 5, 2020
    10
    I just love the way she tells her story to her fans in such beautiful songs.
    I'm so proud.
  2. GustavoSampaio
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    The bestiest album of the history for sure , sounds perfect , the lyrics it's vulnerable and honest , I've never Saw a album such good , was made With the most the Singer has to give us , completely the best ever . Thanks Selena for this perfect thing.
  3. ansaboma
    Jun 5, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is the best album that has been released in 2020, all the songs are a BOP, it is an album that transmits many emotions and that HEALS THE SOUL… Expand
  4. Anelya
    Jun 5, 2020
    10
    I absolutely love all the 13 songs. So inspiring and good. This is my favorite album of all time, also revival. I love Selena more than ever.
  5. Fontanafountain
    Jun 5, 2020
    10
    This album was a gem. Each song was unique and had a depth that reached the listeners souls. I am glad she closed chapters but also opened new chapters. SHe is incredible. It was worth a four year wait, I appreciated the additional bonus music.
  6. blueflower
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    great lyrics, great melodies, great voice. I really enjoyed this album. selena did a great job on this one!
  7. Josecamargo17
    Nov 11, 2020
    10
    I love this album. It’s reminds I’m rare and every song is unique to its own genre. It’s fresh pop and one the most honest albums this year of 2020. It’s a bop and It’s so amazing.
  8. Anushka_gupta
    Jun 5, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best album of selena gomez ..... showing her vulnerable side and the lyrics are so good ... my favorites from the album are LYTLM,vulnerable, cut you off , souvenir… Expand
  9. Mirilu
    Jun 5, 2020
    10
    Rare is a very good album. Really vulnerable empowering album. The Album of the year is Rare because that album is RARE
  10. Jhimly
    Jun 5, 2020
    10
    Literally the best album by Gomez. It has it alll ! From touching lyrics to Sel's breathy and soft vocals - Rare.Has.It.All. A freaking masterpiece. U cannot miss it !!! Streamm Rare and Rare Deluxe
  11. Delacgl
    Jun 5, 2020
    10
    This is her Best album, they way she makes you feel her feelings. Everyone has 1 or more songs they can connect with. Love that this help her grow and get out of that mental abuse. Even my kids love this album and they 12 years and 26 years Old.
  12. SayraJelly
    Jun 5, 2020
    10
    I can’t be more pleasant after hear this album, it tells a story for every situation, the rhythm and lyrics are mesmerizing, just love it.
  13. aleksandra_ot5
    Jun 5, 2020
    10
    So much emotion and realness. Every song is a story for it self. She stayed true to herself. We love you Sel
  14. SergeSammoun
    Jun 5, 2020
    10
    The best album of 2020. Love all the songs in the album, and thank you Selena for everything.
  15. Kimiakey
    Jun 5, 2020
    10
    The best album
  16. Leooonel
    Jun 5, 2020
    10
    Es un álbum muy completo, lleno de emociones y sentimientos.
    Un álbum con un fuerte mensaje se superación y amor propio.
  17. asdfghjklo
    Jun 5, 2020
    10
    The best album there is.One of the finest pop music ❤.... She is a queen and will remain a queen !
  18. bellelopes
    Jun 5, 2020
    10
    a perfeição sonora, deusa dona de tudo e todos, rara um diamante lapidado!!
  19. x0pheeebs
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This is Selena’s best work yet. I can listen to the entire thing without wanting to skip a single song. The diversity yet cohesiveness brings a beautiful dynamic to her tone and beautiful voice while staying true to her style and meaningful lyrics.
  20. Sarahb
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Beautiful and rare like it's name Selena work is always good and I listen to the almum every day… Expand
  21. Jhosepy
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Wow es un álbum muy bueno tiene baladas una superación contigo mismo , como salir de una relación toxica un muy buen álbum… Expand
  22. Iridium17
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    He most cohesive and interesting album to date! Especially with the songs off of the deluxe version! Stand out tracks are Vulnerable, Souvenir, and Lose you to Love me.
  23. naylinaung
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    Album of the year ! I love every songs on this album. This one has no skip songs ❤️ Thank you Selena for releasing this amazing album. A proud Selenator ❤️
  24. Kennethdereck
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    Best album ever! The songs are awesome and very catchy. She found her music style and it really suits her voice! :)
  25. olivia03
    Apr 3, 2021
    10
    Beautiful and powerful album! Lose you to love me and Souvenir are my favourites
  26. Kavitakamat_
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    I love this album,whenever I feel low,I listen to this album,it has a different energy. Love you @selenagomez ❤
  27. Navyabajaj04
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    Look at her now!!
    Great comeback album
    She shocked the world and lose you to love me had broke the record
    Full of feelings
    Telling us she doing better than we thought
    She has great voice
  28. akash1242000
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This album is soo pure and amazing, i love this and it reminds me of start of the pop culture, its fun and worth listening again and again
  29. wikatom
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. You can see the truth in it. The album after 4 years finally saw the light of day. Beautiful and full of emotions, sad and happy and of course rare ...
    worth coming back to him    … Expand
  30. Anistonmylove
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    One of the best albums I've ever listened to and Selena's best album for sure.
  31. asdfghjkhans
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    I’ve been been a huge fan of Selena Gomez for 9 years and this is my favorite album of hers. I love every single song on this album!
  32. Selesbian
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i don't have anything special to say but this is THE GREATEST ALBUM OF THE YEAR… Expand
  33. lana_stnkv
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    The best album, it truly reveals the soul. I love Selena and I can proudly say that I am a selenator. This album is perfect and deserves a lot.
  34. Dar736
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Rare is the most powerful album ! Such a masterpiece … Expand
  35. tamtammb
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This is the first album I can listen to without skipping songs since "Riding with the King" by BB King and Eric Clapton. Masterpiece ♥️.
  36. Infuman
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I can feel the pain and her perseverance . Selena gomez have proved her self always and everytime.… Expand
  37. eminjalilzade
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    i personally think the album is really good. there are good vibes in it, it makes you feel at home, hope that didn't sound weird
  38. aminagomez
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    Her best album ever!!!!The sounds,the music,her efing voice is so beautiful and rare and that is all.
  39. Feyzamldr
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is amazing and I love all SONG in the album. If you haven't heard you should as soon as. And the deluxe version is incredible too… Expand
  40. Kanika
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    best album of 2020.Every song in this album sounds so good.actually feels good to listen this album. I'm just happy that this album exist.❤
  41. katherinerein
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This album is fantastic! Just as I expected from Selena Gomez. The songs are fun but also meaningful and beautiful. I recommend this album to everyone.
  42. mohnormansyah
    Jun 6, 2020
    8
    it really great album from her. all the song is easy to be like, some song not kinda but it will grow after another listen, and the lyric kinda repetitive in some song but somehow its kinda selena thing. it really show a different side of her voice. the lyrics are great, and the productions is bop! u have to listen to this great album. l'm freaking love it.
  43. Rajashree
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    One of the best album of this year. People give her unnecessary hate. This is really best. My favorite song is souvenir
  44. Anu9869
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Rare is rare with songs for everyone to enjoy.. my fav people you know, sweeter world… Expand
  45. Anfaal
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    Best album of 2020... Every song starting from the title track we hear unique pop music and lose you to love me is the most empowering and inspiring song in the album
  46. Awkward_and_Ana
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    One of the best album I've ever heard . It has a variety of songs that are so relatable and you can actually connect to them . Its lyrically moving and has the best vocals on every song . The production is amazing and is very unique and new .
  47. ChPa
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    Awesome and relatable.New sounds and rhythm.Great job.Also the deluxe version has bops too.
  48. Louloia
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    Just wooow amazing. I love it. The best album of the year. Well done Selena.
  49. MayaDayoub
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    Obviously an album to remember. Lose you to love me was really a special song
    Then with look at her now and the song rare, she killed it.
  50. Poziomka
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    The best album album ever! I'm a big fan of Selena. I love every song from this album. I can relate with some songs ❤ Rare is so special for me
  51. Marilenapppp
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Is such a wonderful album. When I listen to it I feel free and I can enjoy life thank you Selena ❤️… Expand
  52. darcey1221
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This album is amazing, the songs are brilliant and Selena's voice is beautiful❤
  53. manonblin
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    I love it, it’s amazing, people french like me love this album and Selena !!
  54. Levonarzzz
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    Rare is so rare omfg lol. Love Sel so much. This album is soo good guys) just listen to me
  55. LaraMia
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    One of the most healing albums so far!!Her voice so soothing,each lyric is so empowering.Selena nailed it.From saying goodbye to past relationship in "lose you to love me to dancing again and finding a sweeter place,she connected the listener emotionally.Deluxe edition with a beat of boyfriend and souvenir also gave a romantic and fun situation.Lose you to love me brought tears to eyes butOne of the most healing albums so far!!Her voice so soothing,each lyric is so empowering.Selena nailed it.From saying goodbye to past relationship in "lose you to love me to dancing again and finding a sweeter place,she connected the listener emotionally.Deluxe edition with a beat of boyfriend and souvenir also gave a romantic and fun situation.Lose you to love me brought tears to eyes but "look at her now" just made it clear that how strong Miss Gomez is today.Its a pop gift.Listening to the tracks as given on the track list just takes the listener to another world.A world of strength for the listener.No matter how she's criticized she proved her talent.Quite hopeful for this album receiving at least grammy nominations.She described her story so well.Its really a beautiful and extra ordinary album.… Expand
  56. Herdi
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. BEST ALBUM THIS YEAR!! Selena Gomez never disappoints she did it again. Rare is full of emotions and that you can relate to from lose you to love me to vulnerable then ring it gets better from track to track deserves all the streams and grammys in the world… Expand
  57. sayha
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    I loved this album so much. Almost all the song in the album I can relate too.
  58. ines_rcz
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    One of her best album (with Stars Dance.) I am really proud, and I can’t stop listening to it. Thank you Selena for giving us THIS masterpiece.
  59. nnik0mf
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This album is very beautiful and the lyrics are so relatable and the production on every song is amazing! 10/10
  60. Brayan1551
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is absolutely perfect I enjoyed listening to this album a lot it feel as if I was in the 90’s pretty cool… Expand
  61. sergiorobles
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    this album is amazing!!!

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  62. Sukhminder
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love this Album. It is probably one of the best albums this year. I love the versatility in it. There are songs you can dance to and there are song you can cry to. I love the lyrics, they are so deep and really give you an idea of what Selena has been through. I also love the features as well. The deluxe songs also add to the track list. There are absolutely no skips on this album. It’s a 10/10 for me.… Expand
  63. Jssss
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best album ever i stg. I love it, imo best pop album IN HISTORY! Congrats Selena you did it… Expand
  64. FerVerdeiro
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Não tinha o costume de ouvir as músicas da Selena, mas ao ouvir esse álbum eu me surpreendI positivamente e com certeza passarei a acompanhar seus trabalhos. Quanto ao álbum, existe um baita amadurecimento e sem dúvidas é o melhor álbum da carreira até hoje. Ansiosa para os próximos trabalhos.… Expand
  65. Miguel1c
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    A lovely album from Selena Gomez, from standard tracks such as Vulnerable to Souvenir of Deluxe version she served lyrics and melodies
  66. cristiancxmilo
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    It’s an amazing album. Each song is different from the others. It’s a great job, it has BOPS. lyrics are amazing and production is top. everybody needs to listen to this album.
  67. Lindet
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    Great album powerful lyrics loved the message behind it selena really grew as an artist
  68. KimPossible
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    Very cohesive album! Each track tells an amazing story! Love how much Selena has grown from her Revival era to her Rare era! She would definitely sound amazing on tour!!! Can’t wait for that!
  69. aby8095
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    I have been listening to Selena Gomez since I was young. When releasing an album her style is vary versatile. Yet she still manages to have her own sound. This album orchestrates her new era and many emotions set out in album.
  70. Divania
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    After 4 years of not releasing an album,I can say Selena has done such a great job and I'm really proud of her.She has gone through so much and now here she is,stronger than ever.
  71. josefam
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Selena Gomez released one of the best albums of the last decade, including excellent production, writing and vocals. With "Rare", Selena has been able to share her story in the most honest and vulnerable way, reflecting her personal experiences over the last four years. This album is the best one she's released so far and truly shows off her talent as a singer and songwriter.… Expand
  72. Antria
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    Great album from start to finish...great songs that are talking about the struggles she had in her life(a break up or to be a young hollywood star)
  73. Aisha55
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    smash, smash, smash smash smash smash smash smash smash smash smash smash smash smash
  74. Sabrina-19
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    Amazing!!!! One of her best albums ever released!!! I love the message being conveyed through the whole album.
  75. Ryanmorrison
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A completely solid body of work, cohesive without getting boring, I'd easily say Dance Again is the highlight for me… Expand
  76. Dillal30099
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best album in 2020 so far, very meaningful lyrics and have some goos beats. Love it… Expand
  77. IsabelaLuiza
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    perfeito melhor álbum do universo meu pai do ceu PAZ E AMOR TODO MUNDO SELENA RAINHA VÃO DAR STREAM PRA LENDAAAAAAAA
  78. Kyriaki
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    Great album. She did an amazing job. Her most personal one and probably honest out of all of her albums.
  79. argumentvalable
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. one of the greatest album of the decade and its just the beginning … Expand
  80. jpwanamaker
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before, unafraid to reference or not reference, put it in a blender, **** on it, vomit on it, eat it, give birth to it.… Expand
  81. Lara333
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    The album is amazing, very vesitile, highly recomended. Gives positive vibes. Self love.
  82. Giuseppedel
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Rare is a beautiful album, Selena is better now, her voice it's really angelic I love her sound.
    Probably this is her second best album, revival is iconic but I think that rare is really power, her voice is confident and finally after five years we have the album of Selena, but I would have that Selena released an album with the sound like to revival. But it's okay, people you know, vulnerable, a sweeter place, souvenir crowded room, booooooopsl
    Sel you did a great job, I'm so proud of you, love you    … Expand
  83. someone123
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    I love Rare album ! And I love Lose You To Love Me, Vulnerable and Souvenir !!
  84. jenna314
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    BEST ALBUM SELENA EVER CREATED
  85. Aj1020
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This is a great album with a lot of bops. The deluxe version even adds so much more depth.
  86. darkrainydays
    Jun 6, 2020
    9
    It's one of the best albums she has ever released in my opinion. Every song tells a story, and the production of every song is extremely intricate and beautiful, done by real professionals. I personally think everyone should listen to this album at least once, it's worth that much. The new deluce edition she released really adds something positive to the already wonderful world of 'Rare'
  87. wolfclay
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    Selena’s sound has grown so much through the years. This album is a strong indicator of this growth!
  88. Fauss
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    Best album ! I love you Selena ❤️
  89. nataliaaaa
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    The best album ever! Very emotional and truly beautiful. Selena shows us all the emotions that she was hiding for so long and made a masterpiece.
  90. Rumi97
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's the besttttttt[tttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttt.... I love Lytlm lahn let me get me souvenir vulnerable crowded room… Expand
  91. Nour-
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    I absolutely loved every song from beginning to end. Definitely worth the wait. Great job Selena!
  92. Sughana
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    Amazing album!! It's so good to listen all the songs on this album. She actually well produced this album
  93. Souzaamariana
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    first album that you can't skip a song. what an album !!! selena and her team did a great job. they are songs that speak to people's emotions in such a simple and deep way.
  94. rjtolb25
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    Every song on this album is so different the next. She has a different voice and tone in each song and I LOVE IT!!! We will ALWAYS be a Selenator!!
  95. owigor
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    Such an amazing album, great voice and lyrics, her deepness songs hit like a wave in my heart. Best album from 2020 so far.
  96. Sameraevins
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    BEST ALBUM EVER. She’s worked so hard on this album and I just knew right away it was going to be amazing. If you haven’t heard it what are you waiting for?!?! I love it so much & I love you Selena!
  97. LuciaLena
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    I liked Selena but i wasn't her fan. From this album i am. I love Rare, songs like "Vulnerable" or "People You Know" are growing in you. A great pop album with deep lyrics. I don't know why it doesn't have more recognition.
  98. Athenab
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It slaps, I waited so long for my Selena to release an album and she delivered.… Expand
  99. dariojuarez
    Jun 8, 2020
    10
    Album of the year!! I know the publicity was not the expected or basically a good one, but the album deserves better... the productions, the lyrics, the vocals, the organic sounds, all of it is a masterpiece.
  100. agiovannasilva
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    Selena really out dif herself on this album, we can see her growth and I say with ease that this is the best album of her carrer
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. Slant Magazine
    Jan 15, 2020
    60
    Rare continually teases intriguing forays into leftfield pop, but so many of the album’s experiments come off as just that, without ever crystallizing with memorable hooks.
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  2. musicOMH.com
    Jan 14, 2020
    80
    The record she has delivered to kickstart a new decade is a career defining release, and from a pop star who is firmly back on top of her game.
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  3. Pitchfork
    Jan 14, 2020
    68
    While none of these 13 songs attempt the subtle weirdness of “Bad Liar” and the emotional thesis—self-love!—can be a bit one-note, Rare is the 27-year-old’s most cohesive record to date. ... But it’s difficult to come away from Rare with any real perspective on who Gomez is other than that she doesn’t want to be the person she was, whoever that similarly mysterious shadow was.
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