Solar Power
by Lorde
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Aug 20, 2021
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  1. Themanwithanaxe
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    It’s a whole new sensation that everyone needs to experience. Definitely a grower, with each listen you’ll get to feel more and more of the emotions and thoughts trapped inside the production
  2. luizzzz
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Glorious album. Its growing, this album will be a long time favorite. This is a whole different Lorde whose not a goth teenager but a grown woman questioning her existence. The flavors of psychedelic making the album comes in different colors, from the darkest of red to brightest of yellow… Expand
  3. Panchogul
    Aug 20, 2021
    8
    Sonidos minimalistas y una producción impecable, es muy diferente a Pure Heroine y a Melodrama sin lugar a dudas y puede que no llene las expectativas de todos, pero calidad musical es incuestionable.
  4. iamlr
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lorde grew up as an artist and tried something different. Let's embrace the fact that "sad girl musicians" will have happy stages too. Smh, critics failed to understand this record.… Expand
  5. Franmc
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    A clear change from her chaotic but intimate sophomore album “Melodrama”. In “Solar Power” when Lorde (Ella Yelich O'Connor) strips down in both production and lyrics she shows herself in “a new kind of bright” where the listeners can appreciate and feel the introspection that Lorde gifts us. This is the album that will put Lorde's name with the greats and will further prove that herA clear change from her chaotic but intimate sophomore album “Melodrama”. In “Solar Power” when Lorde (Ella Yelich O'Connor) strips down in both production and lyrics she shows herself in “a new kind of bright” where the listeners can appreciate and feel the introspection that Lorde gifts us. This is the album that will put Lorde's name with the greats and will further prove that her artistry is something to be grateful for. Album highlights include: The Path, Fallen Fruit, and Oceanic Feeling.… Expand
  6. KhoaMai
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This album is so awesome! She makes my day peaceful! "Mood Ring" is the best track.
  7. Graphicc
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    LORDE has once again given us bops. Love the lyrics and production. The song the path is the perfect beginning for the album it reminds me of a path in the forest where the sunshine peeks through the trees. The last song, Oceanic Feeling is 6 minutes of pure bliss.. thank you for coming to my ted talk.
  8. speechless3
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Out of the box storytelling. Each Track represents a meaningful journey. Redefining Artistry and going beyonce the typical releases. The Album speaks a volume of creativeness coming from an Artist who does not follow the typical pop standard.
  9. Billyliar87
    Aug 20, 2021
    7
    I set my expectations low with early buzz from this album, but I was surprised by how much I enjoyed it. It’s more of a 7.5. The first half of the album is great while the end starts to sag, albeit a few shining moments. I gave it back to back listens and felt similarly each time. The music is crisp, clean, and fun. My only gripe is that there aren’t any moments that truly make me sayI set my expectations low with early buzz from this album, but I was surprised by how much I enjoyed it. It’s more of a 7.5. The first half of the album is great while the end starts to sag, albeit a few shining moments. I gave it back to back listens and felt similarly each time. The music is crisp, clean, and fun. My only gripe is that there aren’t any moments that truly make me say “wow” or surprise me like Melo did. I will always give Lorde a listen, as she has nothing she needs to prove. She has the talent. This is an expiration/celebration of her identity. As she matures I’m sure there will be more great things from her.… Expand
  10. burton117
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    After another long four years, the New Zealand prodigy gives us a sun soaked, mega vibes, and good times record. It’s nothing like I wanted. Yet everything I currently needed. This album is a summer daydream, filled with yellow rays and good feelings. Something I desperately needed in these times of chaos. Acoustic guitars, cicadas, and hand beaten drums feel so rejuvenating. It’s nothingAfter another long four years, the New Zealand prodigy gives us a sun soaked, mega vibes, and good times record. It’s nothing like I wanted. Yet everything I currently needed. This album is a summer daydream, filled with yellow rays and good feelings. Something I desperately needed in these times of chaos. Acoustic guitars, cicadas, and hand beaten drums feel so rejuvenating. It’s nothing I’d ever expect from Lorde, yet I can’t say I’m surprised. She’s always been on a different wave length from the rest of us. I’m easily able to latch onto this drifting boat down a lazy river, enjoying the beautiful lyrics of connection and love for this planet.

    It’s a record I know some will find polarizing. It’s not her usual thick 808s and fast talking that we all know and love. Solar Power feels like a stop and smell the roses kind of message, that I, and I’m sure many people, need to heed. It’s not comparable to her past works, for better or worse. In my case, it’s a welcome addition to her already masterful works.    … Expand
  11. belio
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    I just like the cover. Never have listened to it, nor do I plan to do that.
  12. jeangois
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    To the ones who were expecting a melodrama 2.0 this album is not for you and probably none of her future albuns will be, stop being a dumb a**. I feel like every good artist should have the ability to change and explore in music and more important, do it successfully. Lorde did it again, she reinvented herself and presented her music in a completely different way but still feels like her.To the ones who were expecting a melodrama 2.0 this album is not for you and probably none of her future albuns will be, stop being a dumb a**. I feel like every good artist should have the ability to change and explore in music and more important, do it successfully. Lorde did it again, she reinvented herself and presented her music in a completely different way but still feels like her. It is the statement that she's not a broken teenager anymore, like everything in life this phases passes and we perceive the world in a different form. Anyways, it is the perfect album to listen in the beach (as it should) and she did a great work, fallen fruit, the man with the axe and oceanic feeling was my favorites.… Expand
  13. ByronFJ
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Un álbum diferente, con sonidos hermosos que transportan a un entorno playero.
    Lorde hace otro gran álbum, con instrumentos orgánicos y experimentación sabrosa. En lo personal un álbum que amare siempre.
  14. busattovini
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    It's truly excepcional. Lorde just knows what she's doing with this record, which is fulfilled by that summer vibe, cicadas sound, and breathtaking vocal harmonies. It's a different approach to her previous records, but in the best possible way. It's cohesive, truthful, experimental. I instantly loved it. This is definitely one of the albums of our generation. It's Lorde's season. She'sIt's truly excepcional. Lorde just knows what she's doing with this record, which is fulfilled by that summer vibe, cicadas sound, and breathtaking vocal harmonies. It's a different approach to her previous records, but in the best possible way. It's cohesive, truthful, experimental. I instantly loved it. This is definitely one of the albums of our generation. It's Lorde's season. She's back. This is it.… Expand
  15. diegoasies
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Si bien no supera a melodrama sigue siendo un gran álbum, me encanta escuchar a un a lorde feliz y los sentimientos de este álbum te llegan al corazón
  16. arthurjvieira_
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    QUE INSOLAÇÃO O QUE AMORE ESTE DA MAMACITA TA TUDO DE BOM!
    AS VIÚVAS DO MELODRAMA QUE LUTEM
  17. vinicritic
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    I’m so proud of her! The record is fantastic in all of its proposal and vibe. Just dive into it.
  18. Soulrytu
    Aug 20, 2021
    7
    California carrega o album. Mood ring e Solar Power tão ali pra ser as boas juntos. Eu entendo e aprecio o jeito que a Lorde não liga pra oque dizem da sua arte e do jeito que ela se expressa. E PAREM de culpar o Jack, ele é um PRODUTOR! Ele não contrata as artistas pra fazer os albuns delas, ELAS que contratam ele porque ele da liberdade pra elas e elas gostam de trabalhar com ele! ParemCalifornia carrega o album. Mood ring e Solar Power tão ali pra ser as boas juntos. Eu entendo e aprecio o jeito que a Lorde não liga pra oque dizem da sua arte e do jeito que ela se expressa. E PAREM de culpar o Jack, ele é um PRODUTOR! Ele não contrata as artistas pra fazer os albuns delas, ELAS que contratam ele porque ele da liberdade pra elas e elas gostam de trabalhar com ele! Parem de crucificar produtores que dão liberdade pra artistas, porque depois vocês choram quando é produtor abusivo. E tem varios artistas no cenario musical, dá pra contar nos dedos quais o Jack produziu. Se o album saiu "ruim" foi porque a Lorde fez assim, não o Jack.
    Voltando ao assunto, essa estrutura musical de não repetir nem mesmo o refrão é legal, mas só cabe se for uma ou duas musicas no album, e ela praticamente fez o album inteiro assim, pra que isso? Eu entendo querer inovar e bla bla bla, mas limites, né? Foi triste esperar por esse album e só gostar de 3 musicas dele. E eu não sou fã de pop generico farofa, já estou acostumado com alternativo, mas isso é só ruim mesmo. Dei 7 por California ser perfeita e por eu amar a Lorde.    … Expand
  19. gutorq
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    more linear sound album than PH and Melodrama, however, her songwriting keeps getting better and better
    loved it!!!
  20. 67uynvcw
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Lorde has conducted an excellent trilogy with the release of solar power. Each album offers a unique experience, contrasting the current music market each album was released in. Solar power will shape the direction of pop music similar to Pure Heroin and Melodrama. This low key piece of artistry is equally impactful . Key standouts are the more upbeat songs such as: California, Mood RingLorde has conducted an excellent trilogy with the release of solar power. Each album offers a unique experience, contrasting the current music market each album was released in. Solar power will shape the direction of pop music similar to Pure Heroin and Melodrama. This low key piece of artistry is equally impactful . Key standouts are the more upbeat songs such as: California, Mood Ring and Secrets of a girl (whose seen it all). Although every song showcases the best of Lorde’s songwriting ability’s.… Expand
  21. Jonnil
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. We're done with angst and teenage life welcome to adulthood. Thank you Lorde for creating theme song/album for our next phase of my/our life.

    Faves:
    The path (perfect opening it's just so aaaaA perfect)
    California (the dreamy voice is everything)
    Fallen fruit (yes, I'm shocked)
    Mood Ring (on repeat since the release, it's just so eargasminc)    … Expand
  22. rodrigoeec
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Even though it's not her best work to date (Melodrama is hard to top, not just for her, but for any artist) this is definitely an interesting and joyful new direction Lorde is heading towards. Among my favorite tracks are The Path, Fallen Fruit, Secrets from a Girl, Mood Ring & Oceanic Feeling.
  23. Jose05
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Este álbum tiene las músicas exactas para controlar el desastre que hay en mi. Sin duda estaré escuchando esto pues largas horas.… Expand
  24. Anicealm
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    yes, lorde grows up like everybody, get over it! it’s an reflexive album that shows the versatility of Lorde, with a very different production and the same quality of always.
  25. andresuwu
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    There are no words to say that she did it again
    Solar Power is a hope for hot sounds
  26. zattajuliano
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Que sensação incrível de paz, luz e amor esse álbum trás, começa de forma magnífica e termina de forma triunfal. Extremamente lisonjeado de viver na mesma época dela.
  27. hellaslv
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Great album ❤️ ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
  28. alordeisborn
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Simplesmente perfeito! California love disparada a melhor! instrumental limpo
  29. munozemilio
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Amo todo este álbum, es armonía tan linda que te lleva a otro nivel la verdad se la jugó Lorde con este maravilloso álbum.
  30. Alexsb
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    When you think that 4 years of waiting is too much just remember that Lorde made us wait 4 years to give us "Solar Power" and the wait was totally worth it, Solar Power is a magnificent album,Her production is impeccable, her lyrics are coherent and her sounds are innovative, Solar Power is a work of art, it is unfair to see how the criticism is so harsh on her, she deserves all theWhen you think that 4 years of waiting is too much just remember that Lorde made us wait 4 years to give us "Solar Power" and the wait was totally worth it, Solar Power is a magnificent album,Her production is impeccable, her lyrics are coherent and her sounds are innovative, Solar Power is a work of art, it is unfair to see how the criticism is so harsh on her, she deserves all the acclaim with this album, it's just perfect… Expand
  31. ozzo123
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    another hit record from the queen. beautiful, stunning, whimsical, refreshing. so many things could describe this album and how refreshing it is to hear her voice again.
  32. arthurtavrs
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    solar power e cueichwuxisicjueuxhhcjjsiixjfjfjdjsjjcjxjdjdjdjcjdjjcjfjdjcjdjcjcjcjjfj
  33. dperalta
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    Nice direction for her to take. Beautiful melody’s, arrangements, poetic lyrics and acoustic guitar. Very different tastes in this album. Great work, Lorde!
  34. Laminta
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    slayyy 10/10 slayyy slay slayy ❤️❤️❤️❤️ SLAYYY still not 75 words
  35. meganchengg
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    ITS SO GOOD BIG STAR IS LITERALLY SO
  36. SaraAdoresU
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Solar Power is so celestial, with beautiful and genius lyrics, vocals, production and instrumentation. In one song you are crying and in the next dancing lol. I rlly LOVE this album.
  37. maiscedo98
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    thank you lorde for solar power, agora não consigo ouvir the path sem chorar. FALLEN FRUIT MAIOR DO ÁLBUM
  38. Lordellaphant
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Amazing lorde I petted my neighbours dog extra hard for pearl. All in all an excellent album
  39. AnneM
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Such an amazing album,even it's not her best work,But still really like her new music style on this album.
  40. ronsays
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This is an instant classic. An organic album that consists of carefully-picked choices from Ella. It just flows like the ocean; it shines just like the rays of sun; and after a few sessions with this masterpiece, you'll certainly find yourself getting scarred with some sunburn imprint. Great work, Ella.
  41. Camtz
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    it's an amazing album, many people expect this album to be like melodrama but I loved how different this album is compared to her first and second album
  42. ferburgosok
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Never disappoints, she's is the queen of the music and our generation. 10/10
  43. anastasiall
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Solar power is an absolute masterpiece. It’s a lot better to listen to the whole album, not the separate songs if you want to enjoy this work of art to the fullest. After listening for the first time I didn’t have the best impression, you need to listen to the album at least three times to get the feel of it. Don’t be too quick to jump to conclusions, you need to get used to this new soundSolar power is an absolute masterpiece. It’s a lot better to listen to the whole album, not the separate songs if you want to enjoy this work of art to the fullest. After listening for the first time I didn’t have the best impression, you need to listen to the album at least three times to get the feel of it. Don’t be too quick to jump to conclusions, you need to get used to this new sound first. Fallen fruit is a very powerful song and it has the best bridge Lorde has ever written.… Expand
  44. martinceval
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This album is great. There's a very noticeable evolution in Lorde's music. You can tell she poured her heart and her artistry in this album. Definitely not for everyone.
  45. AriolaGranola69
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    It’s so good. Definitely a different sound but amazing nonetheless. It’s been 4 years since melodrama, Lorde has moved on. Let her experiment. Simple but intricate production and great lyrics. Absolutely amazing
  46. rafaelpgomes
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    If you wanted a new melodrama, you will be disappointed. Lorde choided be this album in a diferente way and this is what the album is amazing.
  47. EstherDx
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    The album just feels like a fresh breath of summer air! Very different from her previous work but very interesting and beautiful! You need to listen to it a couple of times to fully understand the lyrics but totally worth the wait! Love it!
  48. sofiafloressss
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    beautifully written, production is out of this world and everything about this album is brand new and exiting, thank you lorde
  49. recapitulando
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    It´s great. You're not getting a Pure Heroine 2, or a Melodrama 2, you're getting Solar Power, Lorde's new album is completely different. Away from the teenager's perspective, she gave us an album when you get the feeling of nostalgia, maturing, and looking back. It's fresh and she clearly renewed her sound, it's another phase of Lorde. Melodrama is better, definitely, but this is not aIt´s great. You're not getting a Pure Heroine 2, or a Melodrama 2, you're getting Solar Power, Lorde's new album is completely different. Away from the teenager's perspective, she gave us an album when you get the feeling of nostalgia, maturing, and looking back. It's fresh and she clearly renewed her sound, it's another phase of Lorde. Melodrama is better, definitely, but this is not a bad album AT ALL. Just as Chemtrails Over The Country Club, being the predecessor of a great album (Norman F*cking Rockwell) made the audience have great expectations and be disappointed by the work when it's actually a good album. You can feel a different Lorde, a new sound. Fresh, nature-like, and with hipster vibes. It's very emotional. The cicadas, acoustic sounds, and guitars blend in together to give us a whole experience. Solar Power is a great album, there's no doubt of that. Lorde took us to the beach and we sat quietly listening to something bigger, full of nostalgia and love. She appreciates the path and definitely grew while walking it. Fallen fruit is a big highlight, and Secrets of a Girls Who's Seen It All feels so nostalgic and thoughtfully. California, Oceanic Feeling, and The Man With the Axe let us hear a deeper part of Ella. And lyrically, its also a masterpiece. Thank you Lorde, please keep making music… Expand
  50. carlossales
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    She did it again. It's soft, yet brutal and cohesive. She took those four years hiatus and made the most of it and this reflects on her lyrics. It's mature, selfawear and also reflect the need of a generetion who's trying to reconect with nature. Simply beautyful.
  51. ratui
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Very good album, although different from the other things Lorde made, it is cozy and refreshing. People were expecting a crazy, sad or even cultist album but what we got was the new mindset we all need right now. I didn't expect to have a Lorde summer album until some months ago, and i love it. It is cohesive and tells the story of many of us, independent of age, going through some kind ofVery good album, although different from the other things Lorde made, it is cozy and refreshing. People were expecting a crazy, sad or even cultist album but what we got was the new mindset we all need right now. I didn't expect to have a Lorde summer album until some months ago, and i love it. It is cohesive and tells the story of many of us, independent of age, going through some kind of change. Five stars!… Expand
  52. lordetelevision
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    do not go into this album with expectations or pre conceived notions that she is evolving within the style/genre of music that is Melodrama. at first, the album feels a little shallow sonically and I understand how people are reacting poorly on initial listen; however, this was also the case for melodrama for me. give it time and listen through multiple times. Lorde does not make music todo not go into this album with expectations or pre conceived notions that she is evolving within the style/genre of music that is Melodrama. at first, the album feels a little shallow sonically and I understand how people are reacting poorly on initial listen; however, this was also the case for melodrama for me. give it time and listen through multiple times. Lorde does not make music to easily digest on the first go-around. this is a new sound for Lorde and music all together; however, it also excuses early 2000s Natasha Bedingfield's 'Unwritten' in songs like Mood Ring, Secrets of a Girl, The Path. The slower songs are unique to Lorde and honestly refreshed how different it is from the other girl's jack antonoff has been working with. I think that the lyrics are hard to relate because she makes music we learn to relate to and grow from. i did not understand the pain and all experiences Lorde attempted to convey at first with Melodrama, but over time it was the most beautiful record that anyone could find something to relate to in the song writing, but as I have said, that takes time. I rate this a 10/10 album as it is remarkably stunning. Sounds like a summer daydream through and through. Lorde makes masterpieces and that is the only thing to expect from Solar Power.… Expand
  53. gustavovalverde
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Art is meant to provoque feelings and Solar Power DID IT. We should not take art by ratings and comparisons.
  54. sadgayscorpio
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Cohesive, unique, and intelligent. This album is different from her previous works but is just as good as them. The entire album took a storytelling approach where we start from the The Path's rising tones which clearly sets the mood for the songs forward. The instrumentals took a very careful approach which made the songs look very delicate and polished. The lyrics are premium asCohesive, unique, and intelligent. This album is different from her previous works but is just as good as them. The entire album took a storytelling approach where we start from the The Path's rising tones which clearly sets the mood for the songs forward. The instrumentals took a very careful approach which made the songs look very delicate and polished. The lyrics are premium as always--and it's expected coming from Lorde who has provided genius lyrics from her past two albums.

    Give it a listen while reading the lyrics to experience the full worth of this amazing, sunny, road trip album.    … Expand
  55. Quiqueso21
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This album i think is the best, is so relatable, totally worth it the 4 years wait, secrets from a girl was the BEST song in the entire album
  56. drewrussell2020
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    amazing album love it, it is one of lordes best works of art she is so talented and deserves everything she has.
  57. FREYLOPEZ12
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El regreso de Lorde con "Solar Power" es una jugada muy arriesgada pero a la vez certera, alejandose de los sonidos oscuros de Melodrama y adentrándose a sonidos acústicos y experimentales, sin duda no esperaba menos de una cantante que demostró reinventarse y arriesgarse artísticamente en cada álbum… Expand
  58. lmills29
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    an absolute masterpiece. yes, melodrama and ph were commercially successful but sp has purposely been written to not be. joni mitchell’s tapestry album and john lennon’s musical era post beatles are what i find remind me of sp, and these were some of their best works!! i didn’t give it a 10, only bc the standard release didn’t (and should’ve) included the two tracks released on deluxe -an absolute masterpiece. yes, melodrama and ph were commercially successful but sp has purposely been written to not be. joni mitchell’s tapestry album and john lennon’s musical era post beatles are what i find remind me of sp, and these were some of their best works!! i didn’t give it a 10, only bc the standard release didn’t (and should’ve) included the two tracks released on deluxe - those two were god tier songs of this album imo… Expand
  59. Urbano2021
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Lorde has done it again by changing her artistic direction in a good way. This album takes care of all your worries with its melodies and catchy lyrics.
  60. Dave_17
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Excelente album, Lorde cambió mucho en lo que tiene que ver sus letras desde Melodrama. Pero a nivel musical es un album disfrutable y sobre todo muy limpia la producción con buenas letras. Es un album increíble que sin duda crece en ti más y más mientras más lo escuchas.
  61. VioletaIsabel
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    different is not synonymous with the word "bad." it's timeless. she dedicated several years to each piece and it shows. she has had the opportunity to grow as an individual and her mental health is better. melodrama and pure heroine come from a teenage side of her. i am proud of her
  62. robin03
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. With her third Studio Album Lorde explores an entirely new Sound for her. The Melodies of every Song are unbelievably beautiful with an production that even tops her second Album Melodrama. The Lyricism is the cherry on top of Solar Power, beautifully written Lyrics that have Lordes complex Vocabulary but at the same time are easy to understand. It‘s definitely something new that some might need some time to adjust too but it was definitely worth the wait.… Expand
  63. Daveyassing
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    The album is an expierence and not something to think over too much with, it's not meant to be inspected by every second with high quality headphones or analyse deeply every single word. It's just meant to be listened to and enjoyed with no thoughts head empty kinda vibe. I personally enjoyed it a lot, but if you don't give it at least 3 listens for it to sink in your mind and find it'sThe album is an expierence and not something to think over too much with, it's not meant to be inspected by every second with high quality headphones or analyse deeply every single word. It's just meant to be listened to and enjoyed with no thoughts head empty kinda vibe. I personally enjoyed it a lot, but if you don't give it at least 3 listens for it to sink in your mind and find it's spot, then you probably wont like it, and that's ok, doesn't mean it's a bad album.… Expand
  64. 1010100110101
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Taaaaaaaaaaaaassssssssss s s s s s s s s. Yas Yas sssss. S s s s s s s ayaysysssss
  65. RasmusDom
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    She's done it again! Simply breathtaking and beautiful. If you're looking for a melodrama 2.0 you will be disappointed but that's the point. If you on the other hand is open for to take in this beautiful, raw and personal nature of Solar Power you will have a great time with it! Definitely worth checking out and spend time with!
  66. IvanSCCP
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    Apesar das diferenças em relação ao 'Melodrama', o terceiro álbum da Lorde traz, sim, extrema qualidade musical. Compará-lo ao antecessor não é o caminho ideal, uma vez que são eras diferentes, sonoridade diferente e uma Lorde mais mistura. Continua sendo a Lorde, de muita qualidade, e é isso que importa.
  67. davidfenty
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This album is perfect, it is the perfect summer that we all wish in our lives, once again Lorde surprises us with a cohesive, unexpected and beautiful album, she is the future of music
  68. rayssonbruno
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    so emotional, so confident & confused & lost at the sams time, ella always make us thinking and learning! loved this album so so so much
  69. angenavo
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    A masterpiece!! Lorde showed her growth and proved that she will not repeat herself.
  70. alexander0231
    Aug 20, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the best way to describe this album is cottagecore euphoria. pure bliss and warmth… Expand
  71. lordemusiccc
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    The album is so unique and complimentary every song suits the other. It’s definitely Lorde greatest project
  72. lordecristofer
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Thanks, Lorde. This album is magnificent and is all we need right now. Solar Power is harmonious and its lyrics are so special. The work that Lorde gives us is so beautiful.
  73. JoshOPiper
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    I'm sure it comes as no surprise to anyone that Lorde has once again created an outstanding project that was executed beautifully. Her song writing continues to speak for itself, wrapped in a cocoon of production (spearheaded by Lorde herself) that is so different than anything I'm hearing in the contemporary world of music. Jack Antonoff's contributions to this production can't goI'm sure it comes as no surprise to anyone that Lorde has once again created an outstanding project that was executed beautifully. Her song writing continues to speak for itself, wrapped in a cocoon of production (spearheaded by Lorde herself) that is so different than anything I'm hearing in the contemporary world of music. Jack Antonoff's contributions to this production can't go un-missed, and their teamwork shines through. The themes are so exotic feeling, as if summer is breathing on your neck and all there is to do is look inside yourself and feel good about it. I've listened three times, and the highlights for me are The Path, Solar Power, California, Stoned at the Nail Salon, Fallen Fruit, Secrets From a Girl (Who's Seen It All), Dominoes, Big Star, Mood Ring and Hold No Grudge. I'm intoxicated by this album and can't wait to unravel and learn to love it more.… Expand
  74. Rush911
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    NEW SOUND to breathe in. It's no Melodrama nor Pure Heroine, it's SOLAR POWER. A wonderful and chill record that proved once again that Lorde is one of the best living artists in the world. She's versatile and doesn't need anyone's approval. The whole sound of this album is talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show-stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely notNEW SOUND to breathe in. It's no Melodrama nor Pure Heroine, it's SOLAR POWER. A wonderful and chill record that proved once again that Lorde is one of the best living artists in the world. She's versatile and doesn't need anyone's approval. The whole sound of this album is 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. - Lady Gaga

    top 5
    1. Stoned at the Nail Salon
    2. Mood Ring
    3. The path
    4. Fallen Fruit
    5. Oceanic Feeling    … Expand
  75. MAUROOO
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    You'll leave us dancing on the fallen fruit ❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣
  76. Javiediam
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    It's simply a good work. Lorde knows how to create a cohesive album and Solar Power explores new sound and they are used in every song differently. Lyrically it's mature and could be the most atemporal works of Ella
  77. joaovictortc
    Aug 20, 2021
    7
    Such a nice, breezy, light and relaxing experience. Some lines can make you burst into tears, and others can make you smile and feel a warm heart. Throughout these 12 guitar driven tunes, you will feel the solar power, the summer winds and the heartbreaking feeling of growing up.
  78. qwertiop
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Lorde have grown as a happy person and it shows. Her ecstatic state it's contagious and it's full of new rhythms for her that shows that she will never give us the same music twice
  79. H8IsTheOneForMe
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This album really transports us to a mystical and divine place. It captivates the essence of nature and purity of life itself. Special highlight to Fallen Fruit, which is an absolute masterpiece from start to finish.
  80. zhong
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    I love the path and solar power and mood ring so much this album reminds me of the ocean and greenfield
  81. Nealmoerman
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    a classic, a slow burner, the perfect album to wake up to after a long hot summer night, an ode to the sun
  82. sanpreetsingh34
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    A perfect dream-pop album, with soothing, mellow vibes. A word of caution - don't go into it expecting PH or Melo 2.0. A lot changes in four years, and I'm here for this new sonic direction Lorde has taken! Begin your sun salutations!
  83. ops_felps
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Lorde was such a genius bring that masterpiece to the world. I just wanna say THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU LORDE.
  84. danielefabietti
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Perfection. If you stop comparing this masterpiece to melodrama you’ll start enjoying this too
  85. hkamusiapa
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. In case anyone wondering. This album is so much better than any ariana grande has put out throughout her carreer. Must listen.… Expand
  86. Benjaminzuza
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    It’s an amazing work, the lyrics makes you feel everything, sadness, happiness, nostalgia, euphoria, and the production it’s wow
  87. david_04
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    All I have to say is “wow” -her best album so far!!!!
    Melodrama felt like a “vivid fever dream” in a world full of heartbreaks and darkness, whereas Solar Power…is just something else. Truly magical. Best record from this year in my opinion. Great job Ella!! solar power forever xx❤️
  88. carcerise
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    this album was made only for smart people, so if it's not clicking on you...
  89. Wadsxx
    Aug 20, 2021
    8
    People gotta stop expecting anything from other people, specially from artists. Go search for therapy. Your expectation is not a bar to be broken by any artist, and breaking news: artistry worlds does not rounds around your music taste. That been said: Lorde's third album is ANYTHING but boring or lacking of a single thing. It's a complete and cohesive body of work. She told us what shePeople gotta stop expecting anything from other people, specially from artists. Go search for therapy. Your expectation is not a bar to be broken by any artist, and breaking news: artistry worlds does not rounds around your music taste. That been said: Lorde's third album is ANYTHING but boring or lacking of a single thing. It's a complete and cohesive body of work. She told us what she was looking for to achieve with this release and she deliveries it. It's a happy mature album from a 24yo woman who does not relate to the songs she wrote when she as a kid anymore and that now wants to explore other themes and technicals skills.

    Lorde really pushed herself through with vocals on this album, and anyone who's listen to a single song from her past works know that this is true. She's been more involved in production in this new album than in any other before and it's really refreshing to hear someone experimenting new abilities and studying something new. We already know by her 2 first albums what's she can do, and he'll yeah she can do anything with mastery, now what we're supposed to be expecting from her is anything that we DONT know she can do, and this is a nice, happy, and brave delivery of it. I'm proud.    … Expand
  90. GingerBread06
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Such a great and fun album! Very relaxing and I already know I will be listening to this a lot in the future. Maybe it's not as good as her other albums, but it is still good and worth listening too.
  91. thelouvre_
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    amazing body of work. the cohesiveness was something that i really appreciated from this record. each song has a similar vibe but it never sounds the same. i can’t believe i was introduced to so many different emotions with such minimalistic productions, it was truly fantastic! the lyrics were just as i expected, poignant, incredibly relatable and just overall dreamy and beautiful. ellaamazing body of work. the cohesiveness was something that i really appreciated from this record. each song has a similar vibe but it never sounds the same. i can’t believe i was introduced to so many different emotions with such minimalistic productions, it was truly fantastic! the lyrics were just as i expected, poignant, incredibly relatable and just overall dreamy and beautiful. ella introduced us a new facette of her while still incorporating nostalgic elements from melodrama and pure heroine which i really loved. i appreciate and love an artist who switches up and KNOWS how to execute it perfectly and ladies and gentlemen, our lorde and saviour has done it again. HAPPY SOLAR POWER DAY!… Expand
  92. Rv1234
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    How can you not give this album a 10? It’s magnificent. Have a few wines before enjoying this , trust me.
  93. lucasmoreirx
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    once again Lorde brings us a cohesive album and we just need to acclaim this work of art
  94. kanya
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    perfect record for the summer! well done Lorde you did it again. Solar Power has a really calming vibes to it that i like. this album is a grower, if you don't like it please try to re-listen to it. love the acoustic vibes and cicada sounds. Lorde managed to capture the New Zealand summer with her genius songwriting and beautiful voice. i love that this album is mostly about her family,perfect record for the summer! well done Lorde you did it again. Solar Power has a really calming vibes to it that i like. this album is a grower, if you don't like it please try to re-listen to it. love the acoustic vibes and cicada sounds. Lorde managed to capture the New Zealand summer with her genius songwriting and beautiful voice. i love that this album is mostly about her family, friends, and her personal life reflecting on her fame. i think the production of this album is perfect, it just fits perfectly with the concept of the album . overall a great album and will definitely be one of those "ahead of its time" album… Expand
  95. Ajdeojthe123
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Another masterpiece from Lorde which perfectly captures her growth as an artist, something which some critics can’t seem to grasp. I love that it has both happy and uplifting tracks and also sad tracks. I have listened to this on repeat since it’s release and I don’t see myself stopping any time soon. I love it
  96. leciorabello
    Sep 2, 2021
    10
    Solar Power is a kind of an album you either get or not. I totally do. Its sound and lyrics speak directly to me.
  97. TaisaLopes
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    The growth when it comes to lyricism is just WOW. Perfectly produced by Jack Antonoff and in the future, i bet the skeptical critics in the future will consider this one a ahead of its time masterpiece!
  98. pusycola
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Great Album!Great Album!Great Album!Great Album!Great Album!Great Album!Great Album!Great Album!Great Album!Great Album!Great Album!Great Album!Great Album!Great Album!Great Album!Great Album!Great Album!Great Album!Great Album!Great Album!Great Album!Great Album!Great Album!
  99. ianvalentine
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    maaaano, eu amei
  100. luis1_valle
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Great Album!!! It’s a masterpiece, I don’t know people saying that it’s a bad album, if we see the lyrics we could find Lordes feelings, it’s a relax, acid and cannabis album jajaja. It has strong songs as Fallen Fuit, The Path and Ocean Feelings. The first mistake that we can do it’s to compare with Melodrama. Melodrama was excellent album but the era ended now with Solar Power is staringGreat Album!!! It’s a masterpiece, I don’t know people saying that it’s a bad album, if we see the lyrics we could find Lordes feelings, it’s a relax, acid and cannabis album jajaja. It has strong songs as Fallen Fuit, The Path and Ocean Feelings. The first mistake that we can do it’s to compare with Melodrama. Melodrama was excellent album but the era ended now with Solar Power is staring and all Lorde fans we have to support her, Lorde is the queen of the reinvention. So monumental.… 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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