Solar Power
by Lorde
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Aug 20, 2021
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8.3

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  1. venaskie18
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    another great album from lorde! I feel this album will divide the audience if you were expecting melodrama 2.0 this is probably not the album for you, if you don't like Mello /acoustic songs this album is not for you. What this album is like other albums a snapshot of her life in the last 4 years the lyrics and the production reflects that. She has definitely made an album for herself.Sheanother great album from lorde! I feel this album will divide the audience if you were expecting melodrama 2.0 this is probably not the album for you, if you don't like Mello /acoustic songs this album is not for you. What this album is like other albums a snapshot of her life in the last 4 years the lyrics and the production reflects that. She has definitely made an album for herself.She is a true artist and has made it very clear she is not chasing sales, streams and chart, radio success. She is making music that feels true to her. Much respect.… Expand
  2. 31ulai
    Aug 20, 2021
    6
    Этот альбом легко пролетел через меня, на 40 минут позволил расслабиться. Но что-то большее он мне не дал, да и не предназначен был дать. Текста очень хорошие, такие же как и всегда в принципе. Большой плюс ей за то, что через весь альбом сохраняется одна и та же тема и атмосфера, благодаря этому тебя глубоко погружает в какое-то тёплое лето.
    Я все-таки согласна с оценками критиков. Песни    Этот альбом легко пролетел через меня, на 40 минут позволил расслабиться. Но что-то большее он мне не дал, да и не предназначен был дать. Текста очень хорошие, такие же как и всегда в принципе. Большой плюс ей за то, что через весь альбом сохраняется одна и та же тема и атмосфера, благодаря этому тебя глубоко погружает в какое-то тёплое лето.
    Я все-таки согласна с оценками критиков. Песни в основном слабые и не особо блистают креативом. Дальше пост-карантинного альбома для меня не идёт. Наподобие такого например в начале года выпустила Хейли Уильямс свой альбом "Flowers for Vases", на который почти всем было все равно из-за отсутствия промо. Поэтому не была бы это Лорд, - Solar Power прошёл бы так же незаметно.    … Expand
  3. dewdewdew
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    I don't understand why people were expecting Lorde to make a "Melodrama 2". She is UNIQUE and all her records are unique in their own way. Solar Power is strong, beautiful, excepcional and cathartic. The tracks fit togheter and the album lead you to a summer trip in Lorde's mind.

    The only detail I strange was the fact that some songs were too short, but at some point it helps build the    I don't understand why people were expecting Lorde to make a "Melodrama 2". She is UNIQUE and all her records are unique in their own way. Solar Power is strong, beautiful, excepcional and cathartic. The tracks fit togheter and the album lead you to a summer trip in Lorde's mind.

    The only detail I strange was the fact that some songs were too short, but at some point it helps build the album concept so it's okay!    … Expand
  4. hausofhonza
    Aug 31, 2021
    6
    Not the best album but there's a couple good tracks. I didn't feel that excitement of the past albums. I'm kinda disappointed.
  5. lwtos
    Nov 19, 2021
    7
    This is a really fair record. Lorde's comeback worthed the waiting. She served once again.
  6. JorgeSalazarW
    Aug 20, 2021
    5
    To be honest i really loved Lorde's second album "Melodrama". I was expecting something better or at least equally impressive. This album was not it. Cohesive album but very hard to finish. Personally, it was really really hard to even continue. Nothing sticks throughout and for some times i was thinking i was playing the same song over and over again. Only 3 songs where kinda "different"To be honest i really loved Lorde's second album "Melodrama". I was expecting something better or at least equally impressive. This album was not it. Cohesive album but very hard to finish. Personally, it was really really hard to even continue. Nothing sticks throughout and for some times i was thinking i was playing the same song over and over again. Only 3 songs where kinda "different" for me: the singles.… Expand
  7. viniciussawate
    Aug 20, 2021
    6
    Lorde's third album is a work thematically focused on reflections, I expected something more fun (I missed a more lively beach and sun atmosphere in the tracks). There's a departure mainstream sonic aesthetic from the other two albums.The songs have a more folk and indie style, stepping a bit into the vibe of the latest works by Lana Del Rey and Taylor Swift. In short, despite the goodLorde's third album is a work thematically focused on reflections, I expected something more fun (I missed a more lively beach and sun atmosphere in the tracks). There's a departure mainstream sonic aesthetic from the other two albums.The songs have a more folk and indie style, stepping a bit into the vibe of the latest works by Lana Del Rey and Taylor Swift. In short, despite the good intentions, Lorde creates a tiring journey with the album ‘Solar Power’ with highly monotonous songs.… Expand
  8. lux_lucis
    Aug 21, 2021
    5
    Given that she has synesthesia, I assume that Lorde must have had bright and shiny colors in mind when making ‘Solar Power’. However, my own synesthesia makes me see the artist’s third record as no other than a pale and tasteless shade of grey.
    In her third album, Lorde clearly finds herself hesitating between three main directions. She goes from early 2000s summer tracks that seem to    Given that she has synesthesia, I assume that Lorde must have had bright and shiny colors in mind when making ‘Solar Power’. However, my own synesthesia makes me see the artist’s third record as no other than a pale and tasteless shade of grey.
    In her third album, Lorde clearly finds herself hesitating between three main directions. She goes from early 2000s summer tracks that seem to come out from a teen rom-com's ending credits (hello Robyn and Natalie Imbruglia), to 70s psychedelia and to 60s bonfire hippie folk – ‘Fallen Fruit’ almost sounds like a song from the Mamas & the Papas. This summery musical journey would have been enjoyable had Lorde not failed to capture the thrill, the dreaminess and the emotion of the aforementioned genres.
    Having lost her creative energy and her love for risks, Ella Yelich-O’Connor now seems to have become your typical indie artist, recording minimalistic songs while high, writing pseudo-woke lyrics and listening to ‘super-dark-bands-you’ve-never-heard-of’ such as The Velvet Underground and Led Zeppelin. The result of Lorde’s transformation falls flat and feels boring, dull and even sleepy at times. It is all the more frustrating that muffled guitars instrumentals seem to be reused in virtually every song, giving the impression that the album only consists of one painfully long song.
    Four years after ‘Melodrama’, which was cathartic and full of emotion, Lorde wants us to believe she has turned into some kind tree-hugging, meditating hippie prophet. The sound of bongos, cicadas, pipes and the Bollywoodian vibe are there to show that the New Zealand star has reconnected with Mother Nature and is now mature enough to give 'deep' advice about life and how to enjoy it best. Yet, 'wise' Lorde – which kinda sounds like a more hollow version of Lana del Rey and a happy Phoebe Bridgers – does not display any of the sharp cheeky lyrics, addictive beats and intelligent harmonies she got famous for in the first place.
    When commenting her creative process for this record, Lorde said she wanted to make a 'weed' record and, in my humble opinion, getting high might possibly be the only way to appreciate this album. But despite all the criticism, there is still a light of hope. First of all, some songs do stand out (the more upbeat 'Solar Power' and 'Mood Ring' as well as 'Big Star' and 'Oceanic Feeling') and when listening to them, I realized what Lorde had in mind when making the record and how amazing of a summer album it could have been with a little more creativity and variation.
    Second of all, after making a masterpiece like Melodrama, we can forgive her for this kind of disappointment. Though I must say it saddens me to have to wait another four years to see her release another project.

    Rating: 1,5/3
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  9. AlbertoMusic
    Aug 21, 2021
    5
    I will have to listen to the record again, because all the songs were very similar to me: many short ballads, acoustic guitar, but nothing memorable, forceful or exciting. At times, on songs like Mood Ring, I heard his unmistakable vocal style, but in the end the song just didn't get off the ground. I know the album is very different, but I expected more. Sorry, it's the first impressionI will have to listen to the record again, because all the songs were very similar to me: many short ballads, acoustic guitar, but nothing memorable, forceful or exciting. At times, on songs like Mood Ring, I heard his unmistakable vocal style, but in the end the song just didn't get off the ground. I know the album is very different, but I expected more. Sorry, it's the first impression you left on me, maybe I will change my mind after several listens.… Expand
  10. tman1441502
    Aug 20, 2021
    6
    This was just disappointing. Weak songwriting and bland production, leading to the whole middle of the album just blending together.
  11. bertobellamy
    Aug 20, 2021
    5
    I'm no the biggest Lorde fan, but I like her music. Unfortunately, 'Solar Power' feels not that exciting and empowering. There's a couple of good tracks here, but the rest is filler, in my opinion. I think Jack Antonoff's involvement is to blame here. The way he tries to incorporate Lana Del Rey and others' vibe into Lorde's music is kind of disappointing.
  12. valeriakerplunk
    Aug 20, 2021
    5
    Casi todas las canciones se parecen mucho entre ellas respecto al sonido. Las letras dejan mucho que desear. Para una espera de 4 años esto no cumple las expectativas.
  13. Marcks
    Oct 6, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lorde inicia seu álbum da melhor maneira possível, uma pena o álbum cair tanto na mesmice no final, não chega a ser um álbum ruim, mas perto do Melodrama e muito inferior!… Expand
  14. DramaManiac
    Aug 20, 2021
    5
    It is important to choose a good album theme, but more importantly, to express the theme properly. Lorde's latest album didn't really show that important thing.

    Except for 1-2 songs (Fallen Fruit, Mood Ring) , all songs are boring and similar and normal as if they were in the box.

    4.5
  15. davidaba7
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    What a powerful album!!!! Very different from Lorde, and that is so good wathing her grow and change.
  16. kevdrama
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    Please THIS ALBUM IS AMAZING, f*ck the professional critics who's comparing this PIECE OF ART with her another PIECE OF ART "Melodrama", Lorde come to bless us, she did it.
  17. Sadsadturno
    Aug 20, 2021
    5
    So fckin booooooooring, all the songs sounds like the same, I know it's a "new phase" but maybe happiness it's not for Lorde, I mean, good for her but this album is a total floop.
  18. janas
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    WOOW this album is such a masterpiece, lorde you’re a goddess and you know that, come in summer!!
  19. Ellavoodoo
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    If you get this album you get it. If you don't, you don't. If you know, you know. And if you don't know like I honestly feel bad for you. I don't have the vocabulary to sit here and explain, either you get the vibe or you don;t get the vibe! So proud of Ella. This music sh*t- SHE GETS IT
  20. jesusbutpretty
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Impeccable album, pristine songwriting, superb production. The reason why this album gets such low reviews from publications like The In*****dent or P******rk is not because it is bad, but because it isn't what they expected: a Melodrama 2.0 (they rated Justin Bieber's 'Justice' higher, and I suppose you realize that there is no way in this world to even associate Lorde's craft with-Impeccable album, pristine songwriting, superb production. The reason why this album gets such low reviews from publications like The In*****dent or P******rk is not because it is bad, but because it isn't what they expected: a Melodrama 2.0 (they rated Justin Bieber's 'Justice' higher, and I suppose you realize that there is no way in this world to even associate Lorde's craft with- whatever it is that Bieber does). Lorde has grown and evolved and this is the most natural route that an artist like her could ever take: a more relaxed and pleasant route. Differently from her other records, she did not try to please the audience with this one, and she herself has said that all she intented was to 'please herself' with the perfect lyrics. Some of the hints of this album are cryptic, and we wouldn't get the references without Lorde herself explaining them to us (e.g. the lyric related to the princess of Norway in The Man with the Axe or the whole Big Star track which is, despite being sprinkled with Liability references, actually about her dog). Its an album that grows for anyone with each listen, and it is an album that you cannot enjoy by not paying attention to the lyrics. If u somehow happen to read this, please give it a chance regardless of what the critics say, following the lyrics on Genius for each track: that's what I did, and that's how I've fell in love it it. … Expand
  21. Bi_love_nya
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    As she promised, she´s back with an amazing album to dance to under sunlight.
  22. eyerainot
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Lorde’s newly released album saved me from the pandemic. Hail to the queen!
  23. JanGeraldi
    Aug 21, 2021
    9
    A grower. Definitely deserves more attention and care before the "critics" press enter here
  24. mabernethy
    Aug 22, 2021
    9
    Third listen today and it's only getting better. I don't understand the "meh" reactions. This album feels like exactly what I need right now, and that makes it seem like it's exactly what the world needs right now: calm, reflective, wise, beautiful, unhurried and in tune with the natural world. The melodies and harmonies are astonishing in places, the music is memorable, and the lyrics areThird listen today and it's only getting better. I don't understand the "meh" reactions. This album feels like exactly what I need right now, and that makes it seem like it's exactly what the world needs right now: calm, reflective, wise, beautiful, unhurried and in tune with the natural world. The melodies and harmonies are astonishing in places, the music is memorable, and the lyrics are full of her trademark throwaway lines and observational humor. It's not Melodrama, but why would we expect that? This feels fearless and confident specifically because she's not repeating herself. That's the sign of an artist in command of their talent. Happy to follow where she leads.… Expand
  25. felipe22
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Este álbum é perfeito, e só minha opinião importa. Lorde se superou mais uma vez, não é um Melodrama é claro, mas também não é um Pure Heroine.
  26. CFMR
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Amazing comebak. Artist who innovates, those who expected a Melodrama 2.0 can leave.
  27. Iv_cmbyn
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    She is so smart and the concept of the album is beautiful, Lorde knows perfectly how not to get out of the color in all the songs of the album.
  28. Pablogcornejo
    Aug 23, 2021
    8
    The problem with 'Solar Power' is the expectation it had before its release. The acclaimed sound and lyrical content of 'Melodrama' makes you feel surprised and maybe dissapointed in your first listen. Nevertheless, listening to it without any background or exploring it through several listens, will make you enjoy its new sound and natural and summery ambient it evokes. Even though i findThe problem with 'Solar Power' is the expectation it had before its release. The acclaimed sound and lyrical content of 'Melodrama' makes you feel surprised and maybe dissapointed in your first listen. Nevertheless, listening to it without any background or exploring it through several listens, will make you enjoy its new sound and natural and summery ambient it evokes. Even though i find a lack of memoral moments and hooks in the LP as well as some more profound lyrics in time to time, listening to 'Solar Power', and emerging into its groovy, minimal production and connecting with its peaceful message is quite an experience.… Expand
  29. denversoup
    Aug 30, 2021
    4
    Boring, hardly any shining moments. I was not a fan of this direction. I wish that there had been more energy and less holistic healing ritual.
  30. Masterheart
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Uno de los mejores álbumes que han salido este año, las vibras espirituales, orgánicas y armónicas que transmite es algo que nunca había sentido antes con un récord como este. Lorde nos mostro un lado de ella que nunca habíamos conocido, y que estoy agradecida de experimentar.
  31. AJ013
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    It’s a very very dreamy album. The album was supposed to be released a little late in my country and i read the critics at the time and was saddened because at the time the album had a score of 67 and felt like a let down since the predecessor had a massive score of 91 and seemed impossible to top. Melodrama was a pop infused album whilst solar power is a retreat to the beach. People andIt’s a very very dreamy album. The album was supposed to be released a little late in my country and i read the critics at the time and was saddened because at the time the album had a score of 67 and felt like a let down since the predecessor had a massive score of 91 and seemed impossible to top. Melodrama was a pop infused album whilst solar power is a retreat to the beach. People and nasty critics refuse to embrace the theme and kill any excitement building up to the album. DO NOT listen to these critics who’ve given the album below 70. It’s easily an 86 in my books. the bar for her has been set too high. But it’s easily a cult classic! A classic retreat to the beach, emotionally evolving and soothing. It is what it is. It is a Lorde album.… Expand
  32. megbfly
    Aug 21, 2021
    3
    I LOVE Lorde’s past catalogue. Her previous two are two of my favorite albums, but this one falls flat. While I think it is great she wanted to go into a new direction with her music and I support that, the production on this album is lacking. There was so much more that could have been done while staying true to the theme. Most songs sound very similar (acoustic guitar) with nothing toI LOVE Lorde’s past catalogue. Her previous two are two of my favorite albums, but this one falls flat. While I think it is great she wanted to go into a new direction with her music and I support that, the production on this album is lacking. There was so much more that could have been done while staying true to the theme. Most songs sound very similar (acoustic guitar) with nothing to pull me back to want to listen again. There are two deluxe tracks, and I believe the album could have benefited from the variation those tracks have in production. After four years between albums, I was greatly disappointed.… Expand
  33. danlimmaa
    Aug 20, 2021
    0
    Poorly constructed project, album too shallow and lacking cohesion, too weak commercially, totally forgettable.
  34. sadsophiiie
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    masterpiece of an album! the people who are hating on ella just cant accept this isn’t melodrama 2. while it sounds very similar to other music jack has helped produce the lyrics and ellas vocals make up for it. the growth from lorde from pure heroine to melodrama and now solar power has been a joy to experience. stop running off with what other people are saying and enjoy the album :D
  35. truong123
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    new era - new Lorde, different from both of her previous album. She really did a new thing not a melodrama 2.0
  36. Jackdavi_
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    once again she surpasses everyone’s expectations. If you can’t relate, you’re not riding the coattails of happiness and laughter
  37. legendarysia
    Aug 20, 2021
    1
    Meh but there are two cute songs worth to try in this album ,she shoulve made this an EP
  38. MS_ksshgs
    Aug 20, 2021
    0
    not a good album at all, melodrama was such a better with high quality. Kwkakakakw
  39. ErickAsked
    Aug 20, 2021
    0
    I expected a lot more, I thought this album was quite weak, i like the last her album
  40. feer_hg
    Aug 20, 2021
    2
    Urge cancelación para Jack Antonoff. Es triste que una gran compositora esté atenida a una persona producción.
  41. LoveTAYSWIFT
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Are you kidding me? This is art, I love this album, i love it, its incredible and amazing, every people needs to listen
  42. teenageronfire
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Literally so good. Very 2000s and summery vibes from this album. I love how vulnerable and sad some of the songs actually were compared to the singles. This album is definitely an acquired taste and I love it so much.
  43. hismyron
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Honestly, this album is an acquired taste. To truly understand it, it needs a few listens. Not everyone can understand and take in all the clever things Lorde implemented into this work of art. It is a very personal piece to her and many fans who keep up with her. To rate this album with a low rating only reflects poorly on the critic as critics put in no time to rate it fairly. TheHonestly, this album is an acquired taste. To truly understand it, it needs a few listens. Not everyone can understand and take in all the clever things Lorde implemented into this work of art. It is a very personal piece to her and many fans who keep up with her. To rate this album with a low rating only reflects poorly on the critic as critics put in no time to rate it fairly. The lyrics/writing put into each track are not seen in any other artist's writings. This was a genius work of art, Ella. As a fan, you've outdone yourself once again!… Expand
  44. joseph_avocaddo
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I desperately love the spiritual search that the album conveys, beautiful lyrics and harmonies, I have no words for this new era, it was truly magical.… Expand
  45. Farithfercas
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Worth the long wait! This is out of this world, recalling her last record Melodrama, Solar Power has completely over pass herself as a musician, with the impeccable production of Jack Antonoff, together had become the greatest masterpiece makers. This is new, clean magnificent, transcendental and obviously EPIC.
    Congratulations and Thank you Lorde for this amazing record.
    Solar Power 100/100
  46. MontrealPineda
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    After the success of Melodrama, I believe this is rhe best direction could have gone after her hiatus. This screams growth and maturity to me. Of course we're not gonna get a Melodrama 2. That era is done. And I'm loving that lyrically, it's still the same song writing we loved. Just in another era. And this era is what we need the most right now.
  47. Mprian
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    It's a solid 10. I mean the sounds of the album are magical and she did very well changing her music and experimenting with other sounds.
  48. billiedesers10
    Aug 23, 2021
    0
    she caught the worst sound she could make after of melodrama,since this new album is all white and boring sounds
  49. Skydog
    Aug 20, 2021
    0
    Very boring, generic album. People saying this is a "Lyrical masterpiece" haven't read any novels at all. Yes comparing novels to lyrics can be a bit silly, but until you've read great songwriters like Davey Havok, Neil Peart, etc. you won't understand. A huge disappointment after such a great sophomore album. Unfortunately metacritic's score is being charged by fangirls and fanboys (whichVery boring, generic album. People saying this is a "Lyrical masterpiece" haven't read any novels at all. Yes comparing novels to lyrics can be a bit silly, but until you've read great songwriters like Davey Havok, Neil Peart, etc. you won't understand. A huge disappointment after such a great sophomore album. Unfortunately metacritic's score is being charged by fangirls and fanboys (which is why no one sues Metacritic as a creditable source....) who can't look at Lorde's flop and accept it.… Expand
  50. thebestie
    Aug 20, 2021
    0
    It's a pretty boring album, the same sounds, it looks like I was listening to a 40-minute song, I don't recommend listening to it
  51. rogadi
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Solar Power is Lorde's strongest project. From the nature-inspired production, full of guitars and horns and cicadas, to the melancholic vintage-vibe melodies, this album is the perfect companion for the perfect summers. She never disappoints, truly a masterpiece.
  52. Erick2302
    Aug 20, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Tardó 4 años para sacar un album tan malo, es monótono y todas las canciones son iguales. Ojalá se retire porque su música es horrenda.… Expand
  53. manicbabydoll
    Aug 20, 2021
    3
    Her best lyrics but her worst music. Everything sounds the same and is boring. Mood Ring is the star of the show.
  54. Mateocd
    Aug 20, 2021
    0
    Amaba a lorde pero me decepcionó cuando dijo que no lanzaría Solar Power en CD, ojalá flopee y este álbum sea amarillo, se me sale toda la Stoned at the nail station
  55. reynerfan
    Aug 24, 2021
    0
    Not even as close as Melodrama. I’m so sorry but my expectations were higher. Flop.
  56. crossedline
    Aug 24, 2021
    0
    Terrible album. We wanted music and not long, boring narrations. Folklore and evermore are 1000 times better than this album whose no song is up to the mark. I can barely reach the end of a song without feeling bored. Thanks for wasting my time.
  57. mools04
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This album is incredibly polarising, and after a first listen I could see why. Production-wise, it's like nothing she's ever done before, and I absolutely love it. Each song is positively beautiful; even the two-minute "Dominoes" manages to pack an emotional punch. The melodies are different, breezy, and lustrous, contrasting with the precise electronic synth-pop of Melodrama. This is anThis album is incredibly polarising, and after a first listen I could see why. Production-wise, it's like nothing she's ever done before, and I absolutely love it. Each song is positively beautiful; even the two-minute "Dominoes" manages to pack an emotional punch. The melodies are different, breezy, and lustrous, contrasting with the precise electronic synth-pop of Melodrama. This is an album that not everyone will understand or appreciate at first, but it's certainly a grower. 10/10

    Favourite tracks: The Path, Oceanic Feeling, The Man with the Axe, Mood Ring    … Expand
  58. smejacobb
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    She tries some brand new sounds, and she appreciating our nature with her songs. It's so chilling and it's just what we need right in this chaotic moment.
  59. Junaidddd
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This album is an art. Beautifully composed and beautifully sang by Lorde. This album goes in the same tier as Melodrama.
  60. victcxx
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    The lyrics are amazing as usual, there's something about Lorde that only her can capture the feelings and put it on words. She was absolutely right when she said that this album was a little bit about New Zealand, when I listen to it I feel myself in a New Zealand Beach in the summer with my friends. Another album of her that's so well producted. Tks Lorde and Jack Antonoff for the AMAZING job
  61. osvxldo
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    she never misses, such an amazing album. lorde queen of alternative
  62. mslcdybird
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    lorde never disappoints. the album is very different from her previous releases but the quality is still as high as it ever was.
  63. jautzemis
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    I **** love this album, I don’t know where all that hate is coming from. It’s so different, but so beautiful!!!
  64. coreycorey
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Beautifully produced, lyrical masterpiece of an album which is being doubted because of critics. so nicely done and graceful.
  65. wancaval
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    It's my favorite Lorde's album, the evolution in vocals, compositions and melodies are very surprising, it's all very cohesive from start to finish.
  66. Juuuuly899
    Aug 20, 2021
    0
    Her best album, and now I'm not her fan I'm really dissapointed i feel bad for the music, David Bowie was wrong
  67. micn
    Aug 20, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Água de chuca em um dia enrolado. É deprimente esperar 4 anos pra lançar algo tão morno desse jeito.… Expand
  68. jesusdanielgr
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Lorde really acknowledges the reinvention, this album is a work of art. Unlike Melodrama and Pure Heroine this is a more laid back and mature album, she knows re-invention and is amazing How can you talk about issues that happen to you or have ever happened to you, 10/10
  69. Guycalledpatric
    Aug 20, 2021
    0
    Cohesive album but very hard to finish. Nothing sticks throughout and I was expecting so much better from Lorde.
  70. Kelpin
    Aug 20, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very boring, generic album. People saying this is a "Lyrical masterpiece" haven't read any novels at all. Yes comparing novels to lyrics can be a bit silly, but until you've read great songwriters like Davey Havok, Neil Peart, etc. you won't understand. A huge disappointment after such a great sophomore album. Unfortunately metacritic's score is being charged by fangirls and fanboys (which is why no one sues Metacritic as a creditable source....) who can't look at Lorde's flop and accept it… Expand
  71. teenagedreams
    Aug 20, 2021
    0
    most songs here have no memorable melodies, choruses or bridges, the lyrics are shallow and giving off major annoying rich white girl who talks to plants and just learned about shakras and yoga. very disappointing.
  72. Raemus
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. still better than Chemtrails Over that country whatever. Alt pop girls can’t reach her, so true.… Expand
  73. 1lixo
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    too pale and the same. I think the last productions of athonoff kinda brind the same energy in every single song
  74. CateHuguet
    Aug 20, 2021
    0
    Better than I expect. Plenty of mainstream pop stars have decided they no longer want to be mainstream pop stars. They’ve tried everything to achieve their goal, from making deliberately unlistenable albums, to – in the memorable case of the late Scott Walker – locking themselves in a monastery on the Isle of Wight.
    But few have attempted to bid farewell to mainstream pop stardom as    Better than I expect. Plenty of mainstream pop stars have decided they no longer want to be mainstream pop stars. They’ve tried everything to achieve their goal, from making deliberately unlistenable albums, to – in the memorable case of the late Scott Walker – locking themselves in a monastery on the Isle of Wight.
    But few have attempted to bid farewell to mainstream pop stardom as prettily as Lorde does on her third album. It opens with a guitar picking a gentle, woozy-sounding figure. A flute glides beatifically by and Lorde offers a grim depiction of life as a teenager superstar – complete with “nightmares from the camera flash” – before apparently saying goodbye to all that: “alone on a windswept island”, she “won’t take the call if it’s the label or radio”. “If you’re looking for a saviour,” she adds, “that’s not me”, which would sound a little self-aggrandising had the world of online fandom not become so overheated that whenever a female pop star posts anything on social media, the responses are clogged up by stans calling them “mum”, “queen” and “goddess”.    … Expand
  75. Simonets96
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Lorde grows up and so do I.
    Her songwriting should be awarded by the Grammy folks.
    Melodrama lost ALBUM of the year and it was such a masterpiece, but Elle went all the way to the Antarctic sea to bake a priceless album. It’s 2021 and it’s so difficult finding a great, pure and genuine work art like this one.
    So glad Ella came back
  76. Leandrop
    Aug 24, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lixo tá uma merda. Lixo lixo
    Lixoooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooóooooooooooooooooo
    Horrível    … Expand
  77. artvjon
    Aug 22, 2021
    3
    It's almost like Lorde didn't even want to make an album. Extremely disappointing, it's not even debatable I don't feel that this is in every way inferior to her previous 2 masterpieces.
  78. nielcuck
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This is such a transcendental album, holy **** i love it. Favs would have to be the path, oceanic feeling, fallen fruit and leader of a new regime.
  79. M77
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This is so different from the previous albums and all the songs that she did. It's different yet the same because of the connections she did between the era's of her albums and life. I am so happy that she grew as a person and as an artist, and you can see the resemblance of pure Solar Power in her looks, creativity, literally everything she does nowadays. Yellow and golden and all theThis is so different from the previous albums and all the songs that she did. It's different yet the same because of the connections she did between the era's of her albums and life. I am so happy that she grew as a person and as an artist, and you can see the resemblance of pure Solar Power in her looks, creativity, literally everything she does nowadays. Yellow and golden and all the other summer-fall colors bring such nice meaning into this record and it fully makes me recharge my energy every time I listen to it. It's purely therapeutic. I am so proud of her, and I am so grateful for this record. I'll keep it safe deep inside my soul and my heart. Happy Solar Power day guys! Enjoy, vibe out, let it sink into your veins and be okay! … Expand
  80. Jmelizabeth87
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Stunning 3rd album from Lorde, unlike anything you've heard from her.
    The album opener The Path is very strong, beautiful instrumentals and vocals make way for a more anthemic and transcendent 2nd half that intertwine perfectly. California is a beautiful folk-pop commentary looking back at the start of her career. Other stunning highlights include Fallen Fruit, Secrets from a Girl, and    Stunning 3rd album from Lorde, unlike anything you've heard from her.
    The album opener The Path is very strong, beautiful instrumentals and vocals make way for a more anthemic and transcendent 2nd half that intertwine perfectly. California is a beautiful folk-pop commentary looking back at the start of her career. Other stunning highlights include Fallen Fruit, Secrets from a Girl, and Oceanic Feeling. Mood Ring is probably the the most "pop-y" offering and the catchiest however, slower songs like Big Star and Leader of a New Regime shine with their restraint. The album is a grower and each listen offers listeners something new and exciting. Highly recommend.    … Expand
  81. melaniepronaci
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. So good. So good. So good. So good. So good. Critics will regret liking this for the listen. Lorde outdid herself!… Expand
  82. Est4Life
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    She just doesn't miss... This album isn't what I expected but I'm glad she tried a different sound and went with how she feels instead of forcing a certain sound just because that's what people are used to hear from her.
  83. Lerry
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's a chill, creative, strong album. Mood Ring and Fallen Fruit are the standouts to me, but all the songs are such growers. Its sad people are going by others opinions and forgetting to give it a shot and think on your on. Congrats Lorde, amazing record!… Expand
  84. soyomarvil
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    this album is what we needed, the sounds give happy or recovering from a heartbreak messages
  85. Ultwaviolenc
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Incrível lorde inovou e conseguiu brilhar nesse álbum,muitos querem comparar com Melodrama,mas as vibra são co plenamente diferente,sentir é amei tudo que ela quis passar… Expand
  86. conquxror
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Everyone who is open to a new Lorde will love this album. Such a nice, relaxing and calm experience. Perfect for hard times like these.
  87. TheDavidH
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Simplemente creo un álbum perfecto. Proyecta crecimiento. Ese sentimiento aferrado a la transición de tener los 20 a los 30s, todo va estar bien.
  88. DonCalamardo09
    Aug 21, 2021
    0
    her worst album, we wait 4 years for this $h!t? she needs to retire because she sucks
  89. piponsimon
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Lorde demuestra, una vez más, ser la mejor escritora de su generación. Un disco que abraza la tranquilidad y te permite sentir nostalgia por haber dejado atrás la vida dramática de la adolescencia.
  90. Clairebongage
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Close your eyes while listening to it and you’ll find yourself in this magical world Lorde has created.
  91. thesynesthetic
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. As someone with synesthesia the production is just *chefs kiss*. So different from her other eras, you can see how much she’s grown as a storyteller (and how Jack has too). It’s such a unique album from a pop perspective, and yet it still has that lorde flair that hooks you and reels you in and makes you listen on repeat. A meditative and introspective experience as a listener, and a beautiful world fulfilled in only twelve tracks. Her vocals have never sounded more beautiful or ethereal. The best tracks have to be California, fallen fruit, the Man with the Axe, and Oceanic Feeling. A great recommendation for those new to lorde who enjoy folk and indie pop.… Expand
  92. commie4life
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    I think Lorde's new album "Solar Power" will be a major surprise contender for Album of the Year at the 2022 #GRAMMYs.

    Regularly, there are less "popular" albums that win the #GRAMMYs but particularly well produced, beautiful, filled with instruments like Lorde's album.
  93. cerebrodegusano
    Aug 20, 2021
    7
    I would say generally this is a very complete album, I find it cohesive and solid enough, she made tracks that speak about very different topics fit in the same world. If you listen to this album as an independent body of work you will enjoy it; if you listen to this album looking for a second Melodrama or a second Pure Heroine, you will not get what you’re looking for, people often expectI would say generally this is a very complete album, I find it cohesive and solid enough, she made tracks that speak about very different topics fit in the same world. If you listen to this album as an independent body of work you will enjoy it; if you listen to this album looking for a second Melodrama or a second Pure Heroine, you will not get what you’re looking for, people often expect an artist catalog to be completely related while in reality it doesn’t have to be that way. Solar Power in it’s singularity is a great peace of work.… Expand
  94. sahky
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Começando pelo design da capa, que é um sucesso no quesito chamar atenção. As formas e o corpo estão dispostos de maneira bem dinâmica, com um bom contraste entre as cores da pele e da roupa perante o céu. Harmônico. O título "Solar Power" foi claramente inspirado na art Noveau e no movimento hippie, uma ótima e agradável revisitada à esses estilos tão amplos e dignos de um retorno,Começando pelo design da capa, que é um sucesso no quesito chamar atenção. As formas e o corpo estão dispostos de maneira bem dinâmica, com um bom contraste entre as cores da pele e da roupa perante o céu. Harmônico. O título "Solar Power" foi claramente inspirado na art Noveau e no movimento hippie, uma ótima e agradável revisitada à esses estilos tão amplos e dignos de um retorno, principalmente ao analisarmos a forte regressão da estética anos 80' em nossa sociedade, bem como a força crescente do movimento ambientalista.
    Quanto as faixas, houve certa antecipação no lançamento de Mood Ring, Solar Power e Stoned at the Nail Salon, o que fez se destacarem perante as demais e se tornarem verdadeiras protagonistas.
    A estética utilizada no álbum inteiro é bem suave, contemporânea e relembra muito o movimento hippie, com referências ao misticismo, pedras, incenso e recursos naturais (nesse caso, ambientado na praia). Também é notável a recusa a lançar suas músicas em discos físicos, ressaltando ainda mais a questão ambiental.
    É perceptível uma certa tendência anti-pop, assim digamos, para as músicas que não se adequem perfeitamente para utilização em plataformas de vídeos curtos, como grande parte tem feito. Não há grande presença de batidas muito fortes nas faixas.
    Assim como com Billie Eilish, existe uma forte mudança de estética e tom do passado ao presente, ainda mantendo o estilo de canto, voz e personalidade característicos. Por mais que muitos crítiquem essa mudança, acredito que tenha ela sito muito agradável e feita de forma cativante. Não acho justo nem viável as comparações com músicas de Lana del Rey ou até a forte cobrança baseada no hit internacional "Royals". É um álbum único e marcante, certamente um dos melhores de 2021.
    Finalizando, é visível que essa estética ganhará bastante espaço na música e em nossa sociedade, então acredito que será uma aposta bem considerável por parte de Lorde. O álbum pode não ganhar visibilidade como outros sons pop-rap tem ganhado, já que não vejo muito esforço para ser utilizado em apps. De qualquer forma, é um álbum muito belo, orgânico, e de certa forma, transcendental. Por esses motivos explicitados, a nota é um íntegro 10.    … Expand
  95. bienalkjds
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Lorde's album gave us a folksy vibe with her 3rd studio album, having the harmonies and percussions, drums, and strings that rightfully represented the beaches and New Zealand summer, the harmonies in the album are over the top, its perfect. Lorde's Solar Power received mixed reactions from fans and critics because of its complete change in musical direction, It's so funny how fans andLorde's album gave us a folksy vibe with her 3rd studio album, having the harmonies and percussions, drums, and strings that rightfully represented the beaches and New Zealand summer, the harmonies in the album are over the top, its perfect. Lorde's Solar Power received mixed reactions from fans and critics because of its complete change in musical direction, It's so funny how fans and critics never learn to give new music to sink, especially when the artist has taken a drastically different musical direction. it takes me at least 3-5 listens to know how to feel about an album, often a lot more than that, particularly when the music isn't what i expected. The album is not corny, you are just unhappy… Expand
  96. fruitacaida
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    aoty lorde vc NUCAAAAAAAAAAANAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA erra
  97. Ilyesskhayati
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This album has a mind of it's own! "It's a new state of mind". The melodies, the Instruments, Lorde's voice and the added FX blended really well to make this masterpiece!
    It is a really creative album, with references from great times in music! Amazing!
  98. danhoney
    Aug 26, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A parte lírica do álbum é razoável, mas longe do que todos esperávamos da Lorde, a garotinha compositora que estreou na década passada. Porém, a parte que realmente não me cativou (e com toda certeza não cativou muita gente) é a sonoridade pesada e monótona. Definitavamente é um álbum bom, porém, apenas aquém do que a Lorde pode fazer junta a Jack Antonoff.… Expand
  99. gabrielramos
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    Growing up with Lorde is an experience i am happy to be having. Another great album to a skipless discography.
  100. yosrege
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    it's so good to see her doing what she wants to do. she is much happier and it's the best feeling in the world to see her beautiful big smile. it's a no skip album for me and it is a masterpiece that will be discussed and loved even more in the future. it is so sad that this album is being compared with "melodrama" which has a whole other theme. she grew up and she is finding her true selfit's so good to see her doing what she wants to do. she is much happier and it's the best feeling in the world to see her beautiful big smile. it's a no skip album for me and it is a masterpiece that will be discussed and loved even more in the future. it is so sad that this album is being compared with "melodrama" which has a whole other theme. she grew up and she is finding her true self and I'm so happy to experience this new era with her.… Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 27
  3. Negative: 0 out of 27
  1. Under The Radar
    Aug 30, 2021
    55
    All these connections Lorde is trying to make: her strange pastiche imagination of the ’70s, that random spoken word interlude by Robyn about climate change, and the themes of “sun healing,” never fully reach each other. Often, they come off as disingenuous and out of touch more than they read as brilliant, or comical. Whether the album is one big prank, or just one majorly failed experiment, the gist of having the “privilege to ignore” is lost in translation. All you are left with is just a handful of pretty alright songs.
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  2. AllMusic
    Aug 26, 2021
    60
    If you're riding and vibing with Lorde, this bright shapelessness is superb mood music. If you're not riding her wave, Solar Power can seem elusive, even cloying, as it circles and sways with a smile.
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  3. musicOMH.com
    Aug 26, 2021
    70
    This might not be the album that everyone wanted from Lorde, but it’s a solid, dreamy effort that deserves exploration. There’s plenty here worthy of attention if you can focus for long enough.
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