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

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  1. 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
  2. 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.
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. 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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  6. 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
  7. 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.
  8. 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.
  9. 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.
  10. 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
  11. 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.
  12. 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.
  13. Nin556
    Aug 20, 2021
    5
    incredible album, very different from the usual albums, with incredible references, Lorde excelled in this
  14. sameknovaes
    Nov 26, 2021
    6
    morno, mas com alguns destaques. por mais que seja o álbum mais inferior da lorde em termos de sonoridade, ainda assim é um grande acerto se comparado com outros lançamentos.
  15. PretentiousGeek
    Aug 21, 2021
    6
    The idea that I had to expect more of the same to be disappointed here is a fallacy. I know better than to expect the same from my favourite artists every time they release. It doesn't stop me being underwhelmed by how gutless this all feels. The breeziness is growing on me but the lack of consistent perspective and clear messaging is killing the writing, which is odd for someone soThe idea that I had to expect more of the same to be disappointed here is a fallacy. I know better than to expect the same from my favourite artists every time they release. It doesn't stop me being underwhelmed by how gutless this all feels. The breeziness is growing on me but the lack of consistent perspective and clear messaging is killing the writing, which is odd for someone so historically sharp.… Expand
  16. giliardynery
    Aug 23, 2021
    6
    I didn't like it much, I expected more. The songs are similar and tiresome.
  17. Jeffwith2fs
    Dec 1, 2021
    5
    I knew she'd never be able to do an album like melodrama, but never thought she'd do a terrible album like this one.
  18. All_ButTrU4
    Feb 11, 2022
    5
    To hear solar power for the first time is equivalent to trying to stare at an eclipse without glasses: it will make you look away at the risk of going blind. That seems to have been the general consensus. Lorde's return came with a bright warning as SP bright lead single invited us to join her on her idyllic commune. It channeled George Michael's classic freedom 90 along with primalTo hear solar power for the first time is equivalent to trying to stare at an eclipse without glasses: it will make you look away at the risk of going blind. That seems to have been the general consensus. Lorde's return came with a bright warning as SP bright lead single invited us to join her on her idyllic commune. It channeled George Michael's classic freedom 90 along with primal screams ''Loaded'', to no complaint (except from the public) the record sent a collective dread throughout the music sphere. With fans either hating it passionately or others claiming "its not that bad " . And from that moment things would stay the same: the noted similarities, the divisiveness then dejected appreciation. The record begins with a magnificent start luring you in with flutes and hyper specific lyrics in the vein of Lorde before exploding into a gratifying chorus in which she dispels celeb worship culture. An opener worthy of green or being a cathartic closer. "California " blows in with a psychedelic warmth and one of the best opening lyrics of 2021. Seemingly sparse emphasizing her raspy voice Lorde remunerates on the day that brought her to the "camera flash " with self awareness beyond her years descending into the blissful hopeful outro. Jumping years future "Stoned At The Nail Salon" begins vying for the best lyric of this decade in its opening line. In it like most of the album she reflects on her life post fame: the implications and consequences. Switching between memories of anonymity/privacy to the grace of domesticity she builds a content image . One which negates her touring life with her horded normalcy. One of my highlights about SP is the narrative coherence. The production so far has been swarmed with acoustic guitars, deceptive drums and airy production flourishes that aim to accentuate and not take center stage. Admittedly, Antanoff commercial demand has made the album less effective due to derivative moment's but he can forgiven in helping Lorde execute her vision. Album fan favorite "FF" comes with the closets to electronic production in SP will ever be. Addressing the climate change with adept imagery. From the failed previous generations wasted efforts to theirs. The songs second half is fu.kin brilliant! The 2k pop of Robyn assisted outro is catchy and breathtaking. Using the reversed cords of 'ribs' she addresses "PH" Ella before the experimental calm of the Robyn outro. The sonic sister "MR" goes full circle with a bubble gum pop sound narrated by satirical wellness celeb culture critiques. The emotional high points "MWAA"&"BS" channel liability&WITD as they address love and grief with the confessional dexterity attributed to Lorde. What I learned midway is this isn't a Lorde record it's an Ella record. She's flexing her lyrical prowess through 3rd person narratives (Dominoes &Helen Of Troy) along with her family, bliss and state of mind in the blockbuster bjorkian "Oceanic Feeling ",a career best. In summary SP is a stellar somewhat quite record that despite succumbing to surface level monotony manage to hold it's place in the year bests. Favorite's :big star, the path, man with an axe, mood ring, dominoes… Expand
  19. Helbert
    Aug 21, 2021
    5
    Not bad, but not great. Lorde could give us so much more. A little bit disappointing, especially after Melodrama.
  20. lifeimitatesart
    Aug 25, 2021
    6
    lorde has offered us something new despite the fact this wasn't what everyone wanted. but should it respond someone’s criteria mostly because of her vociferously excellent predecessor? lorde has struggled with pain of growing since her debut and her sophomore record has stated her as a young woman who is still studying. but on her third record she's giving us a hint that she's a happylorde has offered us something new despite the fact this wasn't what everyone wanted. but should it respond someone’s criteria mostly because of her vociferously excellent predecessor? lorde has struggled with pain of growing since her debut and her sophomore record has stated her as a young woman who is still studying. but on her third record she's giving us a hint that she's a happy young woman living her best life to date. lyrically it's still lorde with her slick songwriting and this time her writing covers more global topics but still personal and intimate to some extent. and sonically this record is clear in its desire to be something else but still remains blurry and sounds quite the same throughout the listening. but it doesn't disturb us from getting the message lorde is offering and it's great. sadly this record is monotonic and providing nothing but smooth guitars, synths and lorde's voice that sounds softer than ever. it’s not a bad record for sure, we just need more time with this to recover and get rid of the melodrama habits.… Expand
  21. pelissium
    Aug 29, 2021
    6
    At best, cohesive. At worst, repetitive. Jack Antonoff’s hazy guitar is present on almost every song on this album, to the point where tracks begin to blend together. It doesn’t sound bad, but many tracks are plain and unremarkable. Slightly disappointed knowing what Lorde can do, especially with a lot of time.
  22. Eliassalass
    Aug 20, 2021
    4
    It’s boring !!!! Nada innovador, además el poco interés de lorde es aburrido, esta era viene sin pena ni gloria, que se ponga las pilas.
  23. hausoflilluis
    Aug 31, 2021
    6
    I've taken the time to listen to this record a second time in order to get a rating. Now I'm aware of the presence of Imbruglia, Tunstall, Bailey Rae, Bedingfield. It's another sensation, another Ella. Why do we settle for comparing it to Melodrama? Or with Pure Heroine? That's not okay. She's a girl who's tried to grow up [and is evident since the choice of the color yellow]. Of course,I've taken the time to listen to this record a second time in order to get a rating. Now I'm aware of the presence of Imbruglia, Tunstall, Bailey Rae, Bedingfield. It's another sensation, another Ella. Why do we settle for comparing it to Melodrama? Or with Pure Heroine? That's not okay. She's a girl who's tried to grow up [and is evident since the choice of the color yellow]. Of course, each album is different in its own way ... or do you want the same girl doing the same thing over and over again? Why do we allow Gaga to reinvent herself? Or Taylor? Every time Ed reinvents himself, he goes from bad to worse and nobody says anything to him. Let the artists experiment! Leave Ella with her folkloric vibe and lack of percussion; she has done things for a reason, and it is time to enjoy them as they are. SP has not captivated me much, tbh, but I try, and it's true.

    fav songs: "The Path", "Fallen Fruit", "Dominoes", "Stoned at the Nail Salon" & "Secrets from a Girl (Who's Seen it All)"
    KEY-TRACK: "Solar Power"    … Expand
  24. aaedenn
    Nov 19, 2021
    6
    The easiest way to put this album is that it's dreamy. Every part of this album feels like opening a different part of Lorde's brain. This album is far from Lorde's usual which tends to be depressing in some form or another, and she says goodbye to that in a wonderful way. The high points are phenomenal. First, the opening track "The Path." Lorde opens the album in a way that easily beatsThe easiest way to put this album is that it's dreamy. Every part of this album feels like opening a different part of Lorde's brain. This album is far from Lorde's usual which tends to be depressing in some form or another, and she says goodbye to that in a wonderful way. The high points are phenomenal. First, the opening track "The Path." Lorde opens the album in a way that easily beats all the singles. Second, "Secrets From A Girl (Who's Seen It All)," that song is amazing, it's the chords of "Ribs" reversed as she sings to herself from her first era. The song features a beautiful spoken part featuring Robin Carlsson. Now, the low points; in my opinion, "Solar Power" was the only serious low point, and nevertheless, I think it fits well in the context of the album, just not as a single and it still sounds straight from a Claritin commercial, but you know an album is great when its lowest point is still a 7/10. Overall, this album is significantly better than I was expecting and I do feel this album was worth the 4-year wait despite how the critics may feel. *EDIT: Coming back 3-months post release, this has just been an overall disappointment. I tried to like it, I really did. Unfortunately the roll out was a total mess and it just won't touch Melodrama. What a shame :(… Expand
  25. PEDROMFR
    Aug 25, 2021
    6
    Solar Power lacks energy and the strong personality Lorde showed us in her previous body of work, "Melodrama". What actually saves this work is Jack Antonoff's work that is great, as always.
  26. Karltissyrascal
    Nov 18, 2021
    6
    I love love love Lorde, and have bought the vinyl to support but… I feel this will sit on the shelves and won’t get much spin time. It def an album you need to be in the mood for, not sure which mood that is yet to be determined. I won’t stop trying though as she is really invested in this, maybe before it’s time ?
  27. MetacriticOnur
    Apr 1, 2022
    6
    admirable
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    adjective
    worthy of admiration; inspiring approval, reverence, or affection.
  28. EllieVieira
    Aug 20, 2021
    6
    I love Lorde! She's my favorite singer, but I'm disappointed! I always try to be open minded when an artist I like change their sound or voice, but I really love Lorde from "Pure Heroine" her deep voice and the beats... I love Melodrama too, I heard it so much that it would be ruined if it was a fisical CD, so I expected more from this one! :/
  29. Amruk
    Sep 19, 2021
    6
    Solar Power is a collection of subdued songs, which are quite similar to each other with only few elements tearing them apart. Just like Taylor Swift's folk albums, songs from Solar Power can be an okay background music with only few standout tracks. The title tracks shows that Lorde knows how to build-up the song, while "Mood Ring" has nice production choices.
  30. ilovemusic190
    Aug 20, 2021
    6
    The album was very underwhelming after such a masterpiece like Melodrama. It would’ve been less upsetting if she released it earlier so people wouldn’t have raised expectations to a high level. Cute beach album but that’s all.
  31. Lalito777
    Aug 20, 2021
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nice album, dont expect Melodrama 2.0 and just enjoy the flow and vibes of both good lyrics and sounds… Expand
  32. AlejandraAleman
    Aug 20, 2021
    4
    La mayoría de las canciones suenan igual, es un álbum genérico con producción por Jack antonoff, bien pudo hacer el mismo Clairo o ts o lana del rey, las letras no tienen sentido, es un álbum totalmente olvidable aparte el mood amor y paz muy forzado y da pena.
  33. bandthehaim
    Aug 21, 2021
    6
    Unfortunately this album strikes me as underwhelming- the folky vibe to the album seemed exciting when the first single arrived, but unfortunately it transpires that the whole album seems to be on the exact same lines. The same instrumentation and lyrical themes dominate almost every song, and Lorde doesn’t seem to take any song in any kind of direction. After a few listens some songsUnfortunately this album strikes me as underwhelming- the folky vibe to the album seemed exciting when the first single arrived, but unfortunately it transpires that the whole album seems to be on the exact same lines. The same instrumentation and lyrical themes dominate almost every song, and Lorde doesn’t seem to take any song in any kind of direction. After a few listens some songs remain indistinguishable and it seems as if there were a limited ideas in songwriting and production. I’d like to hope that the album might grow on me in future listens, but only time will tell.… Expand
  34. justAnna
    Aug 22, 2021
    5
    Lorde put her heart and soul into this new project, I have no doubts. However, Solar Power may lack emotions and feelings. The lyrics are pretty well written, but something is missing. It's like she doesn't have so much to say. Plus, according to the way Lorde described this new album, I was expecting lyrics more impressive, more powerful. I was expecting to feel something, but I barelyLorde put her heart and soul into this new project, I have no doubts. However, Solar Power may lack emotions and feelings. The lyrics are pretty well written, but something is missing. It's like she doesn't have so much to say. Plus, according to the way Lorde described this new album, I was expecting lyrics more impressive, more powerful. I was expecting to feel something, but I barely did.
    Next, the productions. This is high quality fore sure, but kind of repetitive. That guitar, I understand Lorde wanted a sound more chill, more soft, more simple on this album but all the songs sound the same. I can't find the originality and uniqueness of her previous albums. I wish there was at least one song more rythmic, more dancing, in the middle of the album just to " wake up " the listener. Indeed, Solar Power tends to fall into a soporific effect at some point.
    At the end, the main issue is that it's quite difficult to pick a standout track, a " coup de coeur " from Solar Power, because there is not. The songs are mainly unremarkable. The Path, Fallen Fruit and Mood Ring are the only songs that stands out a bit. I'm not going to say the album is boring because it would be rude, but it's definitely too " slow " for me. It's a relaxing album but that's it.
    I'm quite disappointed that Lorde released Solar Power at the end of August, when vacations come to an end and the beach and the sun are far away behind us. It's a summer album, I'm not seeing myself listening to Solar Power in October for example. It would have been better to release it in late June.
    I'm proud of Lorde for testing a new musical style and reinventing herself ! But it is just not for me. I mean, it would have be great as an EP, but as an whole album after 4 years of waiting, it's a bit weak.    … Expand
  35. rosalejos
    Aug 22, 2021
    5
    Lorde song feels like you are being teleported in an island at the same time at the comfort of your home. It is nice to hear her song while watching the sun from sunrise to sunset. This is a new step for lorde to open a lot of avenues in terms of genre.
  36. Toksevani
    Aug 24, 2021
    5
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  37. june_jpg
    Aug 26, 2021
    4
    Unambitious and disappointing. While there are a few alright songs, the last half really loses the album's momentum. If this was released by any other artist, it would be completely unremarkable.
  38. bbcemay
    Aug 28, 2021
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. "Solar Power un cambio que afirma totalmente que aun no conocemos del todo a Lorde"

    Si miramos hacia atrás y comparamos el nuevo material de Lorde nos percatamos que se ha inclinado a dejar por completo los sintetizadores que tanto la caracterizaban por incluir mas las percusiones y el uso de guitarras para darle vida a su nuevo material discográfico un cambio arriesgado que pocos se atreverían a realizar, "The Path" es claramente la canción perfecta para darte una introducción de lo que es por completo "solar power", sin embargo, el que dejara aun lado el uso de sintetizadores no es excusa tal vez para que en alguna de las 12 canciones llegara aquel punto "explosivo" que tanto conocemos de ella, es verdad que hay canciones muy buenas como "mood ring, solar power, california y stoned at the nail salon" que da el concepto de un álbum "vintage" (muy bueno para ese estilo)

    Definir el nuevo álbum de lorde es complicado pero si lo tuviera que describir es un trabajo muy "personal" y difícil que sea muy bien aceptado en la sociedad tal grado de pasar completamente desapercibido si no fuese que de este saliese un nuevo tour.    … Expand
  39. kolbert
    Aug 29, 2021
    6
    An album that, like Melodrama, could have thrown the listener on the bed, but allowed only to relax.
  40. Juanjo_
    Jul 6, 2022
    6
    this album has no structure, difficult to digest in my opinion but I rescue and do not deny that Lorde is a very good artist.
  41. MacKay
    Oct 27, 2021
    6
    In contrast to melodrama, Solar Power is more of a low key album. There is no such thing as a bad song. Each one is really nice and pleasant to listen to. But that's exactly where I have a little problem. There are no real highlights. In the end, the songs all blend together a little.
    Perhaps a little embarrassing is "Stoned at the Nail Salon", which sounds almost exactly like Del Rey's    In contrast to melodrama, Solar Power is more of a low key album. There is no such thing as a bad song. Each one is really nice and pleasant to listen to. But that's exactly where I have a little problem. There are no real highlights. In the end, the songs all blend together a little.
    Perhaps a little embarrassing is "Stoned at the Nail Salon", which sounds almost exactly like Del Rey's "Hope is a dangerous thing [...]" from 2019. Maybe Antonoff should just take a little break to gather new inspiration.
    Overall a nice album. It's worth it, but it's not an extraordinary must-have album.    … Expand
  42. DougBr
    Apr 3, 2022
    5
    Chato. Solar Power não brilha em nada. É decepcionante que depois de Melodrama a Lorde entregue algo tão sem graça.

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  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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