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

Universal acclaim- based on 1363 Ratings

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  1. Donttouch
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    I love this album so much, it's just a chill, sunny, type of album with nice summer vibes. It's so different from what Lorde has been done with the last two albums. It's not for everyone, but I personally love it, it's very calming
  2. 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! :/
  3. mayaravago
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    I'm completely in love with this album. Lorde did an amazing job, the lyrics are softly and relaxing. I felt like I was on the beach in New Zealand when I listened the album for the first time.
  4. Daniel29ic
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Un disco diferente a a los anteriores, exploración artística, un disco lleno de sinceridad y tranquilidad
  5. Eshyy
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Solar power is a lyrical masterpiece and a technique magnum opus lorde goes through multiple layers and themes the aesthetics are absolutely stunning and the lush backing vocals on the track adds some variation with the opener The Path it's a up beat track about not being a savior and her younger self with that going to the closer oceanic feeling a 6 min track that keeps me engaged the more I listen I absolutely loved this track and I wanna see more lorde!… Expand
  6. mctthewgroom
    Aug 26, 2021
    8
    Doesn't top Melodrama but it doesn't feel like it's trying to, it's a perfect summer record. My only complaint is that quite a few of the songs have a similar sound I wish she'd have switched some of them up a bit while still keeping that same mellow tone. Still amazing. Highlights for me are Fallen Fruit, Big Star and Stoned at the Nail Salon.
  7. caurinox1
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    O álbum está incrível, Lorde continua mostrando que é sim o futuro da música como David Bowie disse e prova que nunca estará acomodada num estilo musical pois ela é muito criativa e talentosa pra se limitar.
  8. Praneel
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Just great .I loved the album. loved the singles.dont compare it to the other albums .its a new sound .Enjoy
  9. 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.
  10. erikadizon
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Album of the year! Album of the year! Album of the year! Album of the year! Album of the year! Album of the year! Album of the year! Album of the year! Album of the year! Album of the year! Album of the year! Album of the year! 10/10… Expand
  11. BuildingMusic70
    Sep 5, 2021
    8
    In my opinion, Lorde has received mixed/negative reviews for this album, and this album is her taking her own turn. This is a huge contrast to Melodrama and Pure Heroine, as she experiments with acoustic tranquility reminiscent of Lana Del Rey, Billie Eilish, and Olivia Rodrigo (to an extent). Songs I recommend from the LP are Mood Ring, Fallen Fruit, and Solar Power (the title track).In my opinion, Lorde has received mixed/negative reviews for this album, and this album is her taking her own turn. This is a huge contrast to Melodrama and Pure Heroine, as she experiments with acoustic tranquility reminiscent of Lana Del Rey, Billie Eilish, and Olivia Rodrigo (to an extent). Songs I recommend from the LP are Mood Ring, Fallen Fruit, and Solar Power (the title track). Most of the album was a pleasant listening experience, but I think that Stoned At The Nail Salon could have more potential, and Oceanic Feeling seemed a little too long for an outro. All in all, an album that comes as a shock to most, and possibly the beginning to some more experimental chill alt-pop.

    8/10    … Expand
  12. juice400lux
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    it’s so beautiful it fits her so well i think her changing her tune was the right decision this album was worth the wait it’s so incredibly beautiful and the way she’s connecting with her roots in it
  13. seanc55
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Simply outstanding! Lorde is a genius with her music. This is my favorite album from her
  14. matheww
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    É um álbum puro e limpo com muito sentimentalismo, apesar de algumas faixas serem muito fracas, a sonoridade do álbum é diferente de tudo que Lorde já fez e é isso que o torna interessante.
  15. vondutche
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    It's not what I expected to start off. I was surprised in fact. The first time I heard it, I was like it's fine, nothing is really special about it but as I'm indulging further, I am slowly getting addicted and swooned by it. This kind of music is something that people appreciate and understand more in the long run. I constantly feel like I'm being transported to some aestheticallyIt's not what I expected to start off. I was surprised in fact. The first time I heard it, I was like it's fine, nothing is really special about it but as I'm indulging further, I am slowly getting addicted and swooned by it. This kind of music is something that people appreciate and understand more in the long run. I constantly feel like I'm being transported to some aesthetically pleasing tropical island. It feels like a whole vacation trip, an escape, and I'm living for it. I love the psychedelic mood that was present all throughout the album, it is also one of the most sonically pleasing album that was ever created. It's magical, enchanting, hallucinogen casting which I may say is rarely felt in music nowadays. I love her artistic growth, looking forward to more wonderstrucking works from her.… Expand
  16. andreprocelm
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Beautiful songwriting, as lorde herself said: no weak lines on this one. Such new soundscapes and style but you can still hear that lorde stamp within, it is definitely a great timeless production.
  17. Dsebasae
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    So different from her previews work, but definitely an amazing album! Great songs, beautiful lyrics and sounds, that in a couple years we will hear in every artist.
  18. 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.
  19. Onionrings2
    Aug 24, 2021
    10
    Whatever California and Big Star are the best tracks of this brilliant album.
  20. Adamothman
    Aug 20, 2021
    8
    Solar power was a good record, I truly enjoyed it, but melodrama and pure heroine are way better
  21. nathanhunt
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Solar Power Is Singer/Songwriter Lorde’s (Born Ella Marija Lani Yelich O’Connor) Long Awaited Third Studio Album Following Her Massively Well Received “Melodrama” Released In 2017. Ella Is Notorious Of Reinventing Herself And She Didn’t Miss This Time Either! Pure Heroine (Her First Record) Was A Darker, More Teenage Angst Album. Melodrama Had A Futuristic, Modern Day Mood. Solar Power Now Takes on The “Sunlight” and “Heavenly” Feeling. The Path Is The Perfect Opening Track With The Strong Vocals And Soft Yet So Prominent Guitar. The Title Track Is A Nice Introduction To The Album Even-Though It Is More Of A Generic Sound For The Artist. California and Stoned At The Nail Salon Are More Stripped Back And Lyrically/Vocally Stronger. Fallen Fruit Is A Multicoloured And Perfect Balance Of What You’d Want In The Way That It Has A Rightly-Placed Beat-Drop. Secrets From A Girl (Who’s Seen It All) Is A Poppy, Upbeat Tune Enhancing Yelich-O’Connor’s Power To Reach All Aspects Of The Alternative/Pop Genre. The Man With The Axe Is The Perfect Way To Fizzle Out And Is Lyrically Stunning. Dominoes Once Again Is A More Upbeat Song Linking To A Coming-Of-Age Soundtrack. Big Star Is An Extremely Melody About Her Now Passed Dog “Pearl” And Knowing That Makes It 10x Sadder As This Was Written Before He Left Us, Probably The Rawest Song On The Record Leading Into The Interlude Like Track... Leader Of New Regime Is Really Well Tailored To The Aesthetics And Purpose Of The Record. Mood Ring In My Opinion Should’ve Been The Lead Single, Being Versatile To All Audiences Making A Highly Powerful Vocal Arrangement, The Pop 00s Feel Is Perfect Way To Blend Into The End Of The Record. Oceanic Feeling Is A Perfect Lyrically Enchanting Song And Probably The Best At It!
    My Only Critiques With This Album Is That Oceanic Feeling Should Have Been A Bit Shorter. Leader Of New Regime Should’ve Been Longer. Mood Ring Should’ve Been The Lead Single! Other Reviewers Are Trying To Compare This Record To Her Previous “Melodrama” With People Allegedly Wanting A “Melodrama 2.0” According To Fans.    … Expand
  22. Rhysbellamy1997
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    The amount of detail in this album makes up for a 4 year wait. That isn’t delusional.
  23. Ivyctorie
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    I think the album gets better everytime you listen to it. It is definitely a good album.
  24. Deinah
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    An incredibly cohesive sound for this long-awaited third album. It's like waking up sunburnt at 4PM wondering what life really means, but gently, without blaming yourself, with grown awareness of what it means to be young (but not that young anymore) and alive (in a world that's dying). Not an easy one to listen to, but it caresses and blesses you with warm, tired sunlight. Loved it.
  25. bobthemusician
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Lorde's Solar Power is the dreamy, euphoric and self-reflecting album that will heal your wounds from riding through Lorde's violent wave of emotions of her past two albums.
  26. pancracio1989
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El álbum me pareció muy hermoso la verdad
    la voz de Lorde es de otro mundo, las melodías y las letras son muy buenas    … Expand
  27. camille5
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This is like a comforting hug from an old friend. I hope we stop comparing this to melodrama. They are two very different album.
  28. Leo_depaulla
    Aug 20, 2021
    8
    Muito bom s2
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  29. Danstack
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    The album is so calm and intense. I am so grateful to live with Lorde at the same time.
  30. swiftgrande
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    She’s only getting bad reviews because she changes her style, but that’s a good thing that people should appreciate. Fallen fruit, The man with the axe and The path are the high levels of the album
  31. bhsera
    Mar 2, 2022
    10
    An album that takes time to process and an album that’ll get even better with time.
  32. Nadjatasarova
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Album reflects the internal sighs with bliss and psychedelic ambiance. It seems positive but to understand her lyrics you have to look more deeply further, and when you got it all you'll see actually what she feels. Dont be that subjective and do not expect Lorde to pretend still like a teenager. She is a fully grown woman with loads of thoughts, creativity, the talent.

    From title track    Album reflects the internal sighs with bliss and psychedelic ambiance. It seems positive but to understand her lyrics you have to look more deeply further, and when you got it all you'll see actually what she feels. Dont be that subjective and do not expect Lorde to pretend still like a teenager. She is a fully grown woman with loads of thoughts, creativity, the talent.

    From title track to ending track it've given me the goosebumps and of course the quiet feeling of melancholia.    … Expand
  33. Thebestmusic
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    So OMG lorde you are amazing i Love this álbum is so emotional i can feel the connection tuya you has un every song i Love it Awwww so cute
  34. bearrodrigues
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    So good!! You can see how she has evolved as an artist and grown as a person! Loved to see this side of her ❤️
  35. cherrybubbles
    Aug 20, 2021
    7
    Awaited and listened to this album with very high expectations, and, although it's been an enjoyable journey, I've ended up having mixed feelings about it . With the exception of four songs which I absolutely adored and won't stop listening to (solar power, stoned at the nail salon, secrets of a girl (who's seen it all) and mood ring). The rest of the album felt... off. I felt like I wasAwaited and listened to this album with very high expectations, and, although it's been an enjoyable journey, I've ended up having mixed feelings about it . With the exception of four songs which I absolutely adored and won't stop listening to (solar power, stoned at the nail salon, secrets of a girl (who's seen it all) and mood ring). The rest of the album felt... off. I felt like I was listening to an endless song, which I could perfectly enjoy if I were trying to relax, but it didn't really cause any effect in me, that feeling I always feel when listening to Lorde. I can't really think of any other way of explaining it. To sum up: it was a very enjoyable summer album, with some exceptional songs that make it completely worth listening to, but many others that, even though I've appreciated, didn't really stick out to me.… Expand
  36. Theopewd
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This is an awesome album by Lorde! The melodies, the lyrics are perfect. Lorde has created a world full of sunlight and warmth while still staying true to herself. 10/10
  37. Eurotrashjon
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Genuinely the best album i’ve heard in a long while, what an experience! All the emotions!… Expand
  38. meusolemaquario
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    In "Solar Power", Lorde reaches a different level from her previous work. For those who waste time comparing and missing the old productions, leave everything you knew about this singer behind and indulge in the calm melodies and strong lyrics of the new album.
  39. gabrielmacenaaa
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    In his newest work, Solar Power, Lorde proves to be one of the most innovative and versatile artists in the contemporary pop music industry. David Bowie didn't lie when he said she would be the "future of music", that's exactly what she shows us with her third album. Hot energy, summer calm and surreal poetry about fame and nature, we find it all in Solar Power.
  40. Aliciamanito
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    although she clearly didn't make relatability a concern, this album still makes itself a comforting, reliable source of inspiration and reflections of our inner conflicts, frustrations and, most importantly, our hopes
  41. Folkevermore
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is full of magic. It's an absolute masterpiece, from the lyrics to the production. In my perspective it approaches the narrative of growth and it shows how deeply she evolved and learned. Loved every single detail about it!!… Expand
  42. ViniciusFerr
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    This album is transcendent and it was not made for everyone's tasties. The record is about the dificulty we have to be beyond surface and, even though we search for totens, symbols or idols to achieve deep conections with each other. And the answers that the songs give to us are little poradoxol: it's bitter and also happy, 'cause we have to conect to ourselves without excuses and we don'tThis album is transcendent and it was not made for everyone's tasties. The record is about the dificulty we have to be beyond surface and, even though we search for totens, symbols or idols to achieve deep conections with each other. And the answers that the songs give to us are little poradoxol: it's bitter and also happy, 'cause we have to conect to ourselves without excuses and we don't need any spiritual guides to achieve ourselves. It's about that, I think, its sublime in its own way.… Expand
  43. manwiththeaxe
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Lorde mais uma vez iluminando minha vida, dessa vez mais que sempre como o astro principal do sistema solar. Perfeição.
  44. ROBSONALVAGRO
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    SP simplesmente incrível, a maneira que Lorde te chama para essas viagem prova que não precisa se entregar ao Pop para fazer história.
  45. DannyChiTown
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Solar Power is a Vibeee the whole way through. It really is a new and different sound from her previous albums but yet very nostalgic and immersive. Her lyrical content on this album is outstanding and the minimalistic sounds are intriguing and personal. The vocals through each song are beautiful and has a unique and evolving nature throughout. Love when artist don’t stay in a same soundSolar Power is a Vibeee the whole way through. It really is a new and different sound from her previous albums but yet very nostalgic and immersive. Her lyrical content on this album is outstanding and the minimalistic sounds are intriguing and personal. The vocals through each song are beautiful and has a unique and evolving nature throughout. Love when artist don’t stay in a same sound and change it up in each track. Congrats Ella!… Expand
  46. Plastik0
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An album that completily change the way whe all known Lorde, she came back and gave us something totally unexpected The album sounds so fresh, so tropical, its a letter to the spiritually… Expand
  47. jorde
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Evolutionary. Ahead of its time. I'm pleasantly surprised that Lorde went for this direction, honestly thought I'd be disappointed. Either way, this album shall be the soundtrack of my life after high school. I can feel its impact already.
  48. millsparty
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Such a beautiful, well-done and sonically cohesive album. It is so dreamy and its lyrics will remind you of some of the topics that Lorde used to sing about back in her debut album Pure Heroine. This is a very intimate work from her with an almost ethereal production. This is very worth listening to and you will experience from sun beach energy to melancholic vintage-vibe melodies. ComeSuch a beautiful, well-done and sonically cohesive album. It is so dreamy and its lyrics will remind you of some of the topics that Lorde used to sing about back in her debut album Pure Heroine. This is a very intimate work from her with an almost ethereal production. This is very worth listening to and you will experience from sun beach energy to melancholic vintage-vibe melodies. Come on, join us, let us worship the sun!… Expand
  49. Taylorsoc
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    The best album of the year, it's different from Lorde's other works and this is very good, I'm fine with this album.
  50. Thiagoatml
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Solar Power é divino. Suas melodias são maravilhosas e as letras são bem pensadas. Eu não costumo avaliar álbuns por aqui, mas decidi fazer isso porque o álbum é realmente maravilhoso
  51. JulianAndres24
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best album I’ve ever heard. Big star gonna break your heart and fallen fruit gonna make you happier asf ♥️… Expand
  52. jaojaumjoao
    Aug 20, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Solar Power traz uma novidade para a discografia da Lorde com sua essência tropical, animada e íntima, nos trazendo a uma viagem nostálgica em pitadas de Pure Heroine ao seu lado crítico, detalhe que havíamos perdido um pouco em Melodrama. Entretanto, essa obra é um caminho extremamente diferente do que vimos antes e compará-la com seus outros dois álbuns seria ultrajante por sua integridade.

    The Path abre o álbum com um caráter quase divino, a música possui harmonias incríveis e sugere logo de início que vocalmente o álbum irá nos surpreender e muito, é um início surreal de cativante.

    Solar Power nos traz até a praia, como lead single foi divisora de opiniões, mas a faixa sempre foi um acerto para o culto dos jovens transcendentais.

    California é a sequência e o nosso clima tropical só esquenta ainda mais, a faixa invade nossos ouvidos com uma linda melodia e uma atmosfera cada vez mais ensolarada, ela traz esse seu aspecto romântico que tanto amamos ver a Lorde falar sobre.

    Stoned At The Nail Salon foi o segundo single e deixou muitos decepcionados, mas sinto que nunca foi uma queda. Muito pelo contrário. A música traz metáforas da nostalgia e da passagem do tempo, Lorde aqui se perde nas areias do tempo e em seus pensamentos até quando se encontra em situações cotidianas, provando-se gente como a gente. Ou não sei, talvez ela só estivesse chapada na praia.

    Fallen Fruit é um dos picos avassaladores do álbum, a faixa fala sobre o aquecimento global e a ansiedade que cerca esse evento se maneira quase apocalíptica, ela nos traz para uma atmosfera dramática e intimidadora, repleta de vocais e harmonias incríveis e um instrumental extremamente refinado, alto e transcendental.

    E é em Secrets From A Girl (Who's Seen it All) que Lorde conversa com seu eu lírico mais jovem e diz para si mesma que tudo vai ficar bem, afastando as impressões que teve na faixa Ribs, de seu primeiro álbum, Pure Heroine, que fala sobre o medo de envelhecer e da ansiedade sobre o futuro.

    The Man With The Axe é uma das únicas faixas que nos deixa em ressaca de músicas felizes, ela tem sua atmosfera triste e sua letra repleta de um sentimento de saudade, porém havia um potencial de ir mais a fundo e talvez ser até mesmo a faixa do álbum. Aqui, sinto que Lorde poderia ter intensificado seus sentimentos e trazer uma explosão de tristeza para desestabilizar seus ouvintes ao meio do álbum.

    Dominoes é uma música leve, descontraída e jovem. Ainda assim, tem uma das melhores bagagens líricas do álbum inteiro. Continue de olho, essa música envelhecerá como o mais puro vinho.

    Big Star é mais uma faixa nostálgica e carregada de sentimentos repletos de antíteses, ela está aqui falando sobre sua vivência e perda de seu pet. A letra é linda e o instrumental aparece em tom baixo em conjunto com a voz de Lorde.

    Leader of a New Regime surge quase como interlúdio no álbum, se é que não é um próprio interlúdio. Ela almeja por um guia, um líder, mas a música em si tem seu significado completo em conjunto com a próxima faixa.

    Mood Ring é outro dos auges do álbum, ela traz um caráter crítico e fecha o ciclo de singles antes do lançamento do álbum. Com uma melodia bastante pop, aqui estão presentes críticas sobre uma sociedade que se apoia em práticas espirituais e naturais que não chegam a lugar algum, que morrem na praia. Ela entrega ao ouvinte belas harmonias, uma letra tão cativante e coesa que quase nos esquecemos que na realidade é um tapa na cara. Mood Ring também se refere às redes sociais, que levamos como modelo para nossos próprios sentimentos.

    Oceanic Feeling fecha o álbum de maneira extremamente tocante e imersiva, aqui nos rendemos a uma introdução bastante íntima, a letra e melodia nos carrega para uma viagem quase que divina ao longo da música, aos confortos dos deuses de Solar Power e com uma jornada ritualística que inclui até mesmo oferendas.

    Em conclusão, o álbum é o terceiro acerto de Lorde que promete envelhecer cada vez melhor com o passar dos anos. De maneira totalmente desassociada do comercial, Ella nos surpreende mais uma vez. Uma das poucas características que acaba desaparecendo no álbum são pontes de um refrão à conclusão das músicas, seria um ponto estrutural que sem dúvidas enriqueceria muito mais a obra.    … Expand
  53. Javsrdz
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    U R THE BEST LORDE, FALLEN FRUIT AND HELEN OF TROY WERE MY FAVORITES
  54. Davidvs_09
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    I love it, it's a great album, sadly not everybody's going to understand this masterpiece.
  55. 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
  56. amoeba78
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    it literally saved my cruel summer
  57. patroclus1995
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    I love the album and as a fan who religiously waited for 4 years, I am not disappointed. I didn't ask for a Pure Heroine nor Melodrama 2.0 and she delivered. This is a completely different Lorde and I am willing to grow up with her. Again, I love it!
  58. ezxxxxr
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This album has showed me a different side of Lorde and I'm loving this refreshing, healing, pure vibe. This is way different from her past albums but this change is leading me into the sun. The vocals are immaculate, and once again her song writing skills never disappoints. Lorde never makes a bad song, that's all I can say now.
  59. IvanAlarcon
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    I don't even know why the whole fandom and not even fans were hoping for a Melodrama 2.0, this is an exquisite record. Lorde not only brings us a piece of art but a piece of nature as well. The whole sound setting is brilliant, you can hear cicadas plenty of times on this record, you can even hear sirens, the traffic going crazy. It's all acoustic, nothing to dance around on a dance floor,I don't even know why the whole fandom and not even fans were hoping for a Melodrama 2.0, this is an exquisite record. Lorde not only brings us a piece of art but a piece of nature as well. The whole sound setting is brilliant, you can hear cicadas plenty of times on this record, you can even hear sirens, the traffic going crazy. It's all acoustic, nothing to dance around on a dance floor, or maybe you can. There's even a reply to Ribs, like a letter from the future to her young self. Anyways, just enjoy this piece of work.… Expand
  60. 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.
  61. Hermitage9
    Aug 20, 2021
    8
    This album lacks all of the drama of Lorde's second album Melodrama. I think that is the point. The world has changed, and her world has changed—less anxiety and less exciting than we are used to, sure. But I think that is okay. Artists don't need to top themselves for the work to be good. This is good.
  62. spfmldrma
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Honestly this is an incredible album. Those who doesn't like it are just ungrateful melodrama stans that expects Ella will release a 2.0 version of her sophomore album. This album is a huge grower for all of us. It's so intimate, honest and cohesive. All of the tracks are excellent. Period… Expand
  63. Powerofxu_
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. this is a new sound of lorde this is great, this is art. I recommend listening!!!… Expand
  64. Fah_resende
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Amo demais ela sempre inova e isso que eu amo nela, ella você vc fez tudo e mais um pouco
  65. JonatanG
    Aug 20, 2021
    8
    Much like the cicadas heard in this album Lorde comes out ever so often to color our world with unexpected moods, feelings, and sounds. An effortless album that, unlike its predecesors, won't necessarily draw you in by intricate lyrics or aesthetics as much as transcendent melodies of nature and spirituality. Like most of her work, it takes a few listens to fully enter the new world ofMuch like the cicadas heard in this album Lorde comes out ever so often to color our world with unexpected moods, feelings, and sounds. An effortless album that, unlike its predecesors, won't necessarily draw you in by intricate lyrics or aesthetics as much as transcendent melodies of nature and spirituality. Like most of her work, it takes a few listens to fully enter the new world of sound Lorde creates for us. Solar Power is unique, vulnerable and unapologetically femme driven. SP does not try to compete with previous work nor pretend to be something grandiose. SP feels more like a peace of mind, a meditative tale that responds to the anxiety and expectation fame has defied her with. Instead of biting, she whimsically sings along to it.… Expand
  66. supercutx1
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Some songs are not what I expected but this is beachy pure heroine 2, the lyrics are everything the instrumentals are good.
  67. Beefderky
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    People wanting a melodrama pt 2 won’t like this album. Between the lyrics, the subdued yet powerful production, and her masterful way of creating a feeling from music, this album is one of the best of the year.
  68. ArthurColl
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This is what all of us should have been expecting. This album is a perfect mix between 60-70's music and Lorde's universe : references to hippie life, nostalgia of old times, how to handle the fame when you're a teen, getting older.
    I feel blessed listening to this masterpiece. I'm pretty sure this album will age well. Everybody needs to be hit by the sun rays of this album and the    This is what all of us should have been expecting. This album is a perfect mix between 60-70's music and Lorde's universe : references to hippie life, nostalgia of old times, how to handle the fame when you're a teen, getting older.
    I feel blessed listening to this masterpiece. I'm pretty sure this album will age well. Everybody needs to be hit by the sun rays of this album and the melancholia hidden inside it. (Oceanic feeling supremacy)    … Expand
  69. tyt15
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Beautiful lyrically and sonically. Lorde is simply ahead of us. This album will be a grower for everyone, I guarantee it. I just pride myself on the fact that I loved it on the first listen and when everyone suddenly flips in the next few months, I will show them this review as proof because I am better than them.
  70. pedro6948
    Sep 9, 2021
    10
    This album sounds like a fairy tale. It's possible to see Lorde's evolution
  71. AshenFountain
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    I like it, it's completely different from what she's done before and she nails it.
  72. ottomarinho
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    nessas poucas escutas absorvi a inteireza lírica, melódica e conceitual do "solar power" em catarse osmótica, me pegou muito forte. reflexões lúcidas sobre a morte, contestações sobre o estereótipo de "celebridade", perdas, recomeços e ressignificações do (des)amor, tudo isso faz sentido pra quem avançou algumas etapas. o "melodrama" é uma explosão sobre o início da vida adulta, decepçõesnessas poucas escutas absorvi a inteireza lírica, melódica e conceitual do "solar power" em catarse osmótica, me pegou muito forte. reflexões lúcidas sobre a morte, contestações sobre o estereótipo de "celebridade", perdas, recomeços e ressignificações do (des)amor, tudo isso faz sentido pra quem avançou algumas etapas. o "melodrama" é uma explosão sobre o início da vida adulta, decepções amorosas e exaustão afetiva das primeiras aventuras. não somos adolescentes ou adultos iniciantes, a vida começou faz um tempinho e as buscas se intensificam. a sonoridade de "SP" traduz bem a atmosfera de buscar um lugar confortável pra ficar sem perder as inquietações de um espírito reflexivo. era o que eu queria e esperava, a lorde não precisa dos fãs de aclamação, ela mesma disse que esse álbum era pros fãs que adentram em cada experiência. os momentos que serão embalados pelo novo álbum vão mostrar o poder de cada faixa e farão sentido. a mente dela me fascina e eu faço meu review e construo minhas críticas. depois de cursar comunicação percebi que qualquer um pode ter uma opinião adversa sobre algo, aprendi também que unanimidades são burras e limitantes. quero abraçar o som orgânico das guitarras acústicas, estar calmo mas não satisfeito, ainda há tanto a buscar..."leve-me para algum tipo de lugar, qualquer lugar. assistir ao sol se pôr, refletir sobre minha vida. eu só quero saber, ficará tudo bem?"… Expand
  73. gabgabs
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Feels like a nice and clean weed trip, when you smoke alone thinking about your life, your family and everything in between. The solar power is real, its not for a tiktok dance or lipsync its for tou enjoy the voice and secrets of an angel (or girl) who have seen it all.
  74. aleksandarrusic
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    perfect album, deep smooth and low melodies but perfect album, definitely Lorde always surprises in his musical line to remember how that teenager talked about social problems in Pure Heroine to then end a Melodramatic relationship to begin to reflect on his life and how the energy surrounds it Solar Power is different but not far from what Lorde represent very good album
  75. venicehoax
    Oct 22, 2021
    8
    the album is very good, lorde has clearly matured and, even though this may seem a step back from melodrama, the quality is still great. the production is a little repetitive sometimes, but at least you can tell that Lorde and Jack wanted the album to be cohesive, like an immersive experience.
  76. 100PCMMCWNZ
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    As a '60's baby from the UK. I sat, with my headphones on, in the dark, already open to what was coming next.

    Solar Power hinted at it, Stoned at The Nail Salon nibbled at it, and Mood Ring winked at it. With each, and EVERY song, Ella confirmed it for me. This album, in all it's nooks and crannies, is a thank you. It's a love letter to every person who raised her, and quite    As a '60's baby from the UK. I sat, with my headphones on, in the dark, already open to what was coming next.

    Solar Power hinted at it, Stoned at The Nail Salon nibbled at it, and Mood Ring winked at it.

    With each, and EVERY song, Ella confirmed it for me. This album, in all it's nooks and crannies, is a thank you. It's a love letter to every person who raised her, and quite literally, every musician who raised her Mum and Dad.

    The vast majority of her loyal fans are not my age. Their sonic emotional journey through life is not that of me, my contemporaries or her Mum and Dad. But, they're going to absolutely ADORE Ella for introducing them to the music that storied her childhood, that shaped her musical sensibilities, that made her feel safe.

    Thank you Ella, thank you Mr. O' Connor and thank you Ms. Yellich.

    With all due respect and I mean ALL due respect, I'd like to offer a couple of facts that may answer a few of the questions you had of some Professional Critics disparate reviews

    This Album is a sublime autobiography, love letter and thank you all rolled into one beautiful document. it is the most comprehensive, cohesive and complex ode to 60 years of musical styles, musical genres and specific artists all while sharing with us, her fans, the music that's bookmarked her life! What a precious gift!!!

    Literally every song is delivered flawlessly; Often in multiple iconic vocal and musical styles that are both a tribute to specific artists, (sometimes just stylistically), but in almost every song, a tribute to a specific album, song AND lyric or refrain all at once. It's genius! To produce an album that's going to remind older folk like me of times long forgotten whilst telling her own story. That concurrently shares the musical influences of her life's journey to date with her contemporaries who may never ever have heard the music from the '60's and '70's that went onto influence the Pop stars of the future - is GENIUS!!! To be blunt, in my humble opinion - this is the most complicated, complex and comprehensive compendium of 60 years of "Pop" music ever produced in a single Album.

    This album will keep giving to every listener for decades to come because it's handed her fans THE KEY to a life times journey in music.    … Expand
  77. Ferk170
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Otra fina pieza de Lorde, un álbum diferente pero con la misma entrega de sus anteriores trabajos.… Expand
  78. huskywhite14
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    A very interesting album with a shift in production and musical style. Some may say it's boring or lacks interesting production but it's the style she has chosen! And she's great at it
  79. 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
  80. lananhduday
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    One of the most interesting moment that happened to pop music scene in 2021.
  81. julialegre
    Aug 21, 2021
    9
    She's grown so much, and this album absolutely shows that! The power of every song, lyrics and the feelings it gives you. I'm just gonna put this clear: you'll want to play repeat over and over, there's something missing from the first time you listen to the album, and once you fully understand how it's supposed to reach the public, hence all our senses, this album is a masterpiece.
  82. arthurjvieira
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    After a long time waiting new stuff since Melodrama, we've been blesssed with another gorgeus work.
    Let´s speak the truth, we can't deny that Lorde grown up. She's not that weird-emo-goth teenager that shown up years ago and y'all should accept this immediately.
    Solar Power isn't a commercial album, this has been defined by the own singer since the pre releasing weeks. Even though the    After a long time waiting new stuff since Melodrama, we've been blesssed with another gorgeus work.
    Let´s speak the truth, we can't deny that Lorde grown up. She's not that weird-emo-goth teenager that shown up years ago and y'all should accept this immediately.
    Solar Power isn't a commercial album, this has been defined by the own singer since the pre releasing weeks. Even though the Antonoff's poor production contribute to the lack of exploration, she's demonstrating wisdom and evolution after every era. If you're Melodrama's or Pure Heroine's widows, wipe your tears out and enjoy the summer after pandemic    … Expand
  83. tommasom
    Aug 22, 2021
    8
    You may be disappointed if you expected melodrama 2.0, but that doesn't mean this is not an amazing album. It's her most more mature and relaxed era and even though there are a couple of weak tracks, overall the album is quite an experience. If you just want heartache bops then go listen to Melodrama instead of criticizing this masterpiece.
  84. SenzoFenjin
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Absurdly bright and exotic 3rd era in which Lorde walks the Ellaphants into the Sun. Casting a folk-like and abundantly leafy aesthetic through restrained but honest vocals from Lode, masterfully blended into the murky instrumental from Antonoff. Covering ground from shining a blinding light on issues of leadership and following in 'The Path' and 'Leader of a New Regime' to addressing growth and departure from the girl in Pure Heroine in 'Secrets From a Girl' and 'Oceanic Feeling'.… Expand
  85. Danishinsai
    Aug 21, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A solid 8 to me! i love this album so much that i have to create an account on this website to actually leave a review. After listen to 12 tracks from this album i can understand what Lorde wants us to feel. The warm of the sunset in summertime but slightly cold from the sadness of the rains we usually see in June and it’s just fascinating! She gives us so many moods in this whole album and you can also see her maturity in her lyrics “Spend all the evenings you can with the people who raised you
    'Cause all the times they will change, it'll all come around” this is from “Stoned At The Nail Salon” this album just fits the situation I’m dealing with right now in the middle of the pandemic all we need is to be safe and happy ! Spending all the good time with our favorite people as much as possible cause we don’t know when the time comes we might lose them “Cause i don’t know , maybe i’m just stoned at the nail salon… again?” Her experience with heartbreaks and how she heals in “The Man With The Axe” “I guess I'll always be this way
    Swallowed up by the words and halfway to space
    But there by the fire, you offered your hand
    And as I took it, I loved you, the boy with the plan”

    Old sad habits from the first part gives me blues and fire when he offered his hand to her gives me yellow again she loves him “the boy with the plan” gives me green the perfect mixture between blue and yellow we got green it’s time to turn on the “Green Light” again forgiveness, compassion, understanding that’s the meaning of the color green in this song . A few last words
    I don’t really care what other critics think about this album but it’s very special to me . This album needs to win The Grammys cause of the wholesomeness that we received from Lorde who gives us so many stories from her own experience throughout this album “Solar Power” . Love u Lorde    … Expand
  86. joshlcole
    Aug 21, 2021
    9
    lorde’s third album is something audiences may not connect with on the first few listens. however, if heard in the right weather, right frame of mind, and right understanding, the singer/songwriter’s beautiful prose and eccentric persona shine through as bright as her beloved new zealand summer sun.
  87. erickc
    Aug 21, 2021
    9
    IT'S a perfect album, lirically and musically, it grows on you the more you listen to it, it's so sad to see people not letting her grow up and unappreciating her artistical evolution, she's not a teen anymore, she already immortalized adolescence in pure heroine, go listen to it if that's what you want, go listen to melodrama if you want a synth pop euphoric break up album that's notIT'S a perfect album, lirically and musically, it grows on you the more you listen to it, it's so sad to see people not letting her grow up and unappreciating her artistical evolution, she's not a teen anymore, she already immortalized adolescence in pure heroine, go listen to it if that's what you want, go listen to melodrama if you want a synth pop euphoric break up album that's not gonna happen again, she's a happy grown woman now and solar power reflect it… Expand
  88. Danielchtus
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    Solar Power nos dio la oportunidad de conocer a una nueva Lorde, una nueva etapa de su vida, con letras y sonidos diferentes, realmente quienes comparan estén álbum con Melodrama no se dan la oportunidad de disfrutar fuera de lo acostumbrado.
  89. jesusfloresm
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    I love it so much!! Thank u for always make art Ella, we missed you❤️ Favorite tracks: California, fallen fruit and oceanic feeling
  90. Petlus
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    Quem não curtiu é porque ainda não entendeu do que se trata este álbum. Superem, vocês não vão encontrar a lorde adolescente neste álbum.
  91. allanvixtor
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    So incredible! That's amazing! Lorde is wonderful! I feel in love with new álbum!
  92. vaduqui97
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    So refreshing and thoughtful, perfect calmness after the melodrama storm, loved it.
  93. Wavyy
    Aug 21, 2021
    8
    Even tho this isn’t my favorite Lorde album, it is still a really great album. I think it actually says something when a artist can give you something different every album. I think the one thing Lorde do very well is give us music based on her mood. I think album is equivalent to Taylor Swift’s Folklore album. It’s a really great attempt of Indie Pop music. It also sound like she isEven tho this isn’t my favorite Lorde album, it is still a really great album. I think it actually says something when a artist can give you something different every album. I think the one thing Lorde do very well is give us music based on her mood. I think album is equivalent to Taylor Swift’s Folklore album. It’s a really great attempt of Indie Pop music. It also sound like she is really enjoying the summer. Oceanic Feeling is the perfect outro and song on this album. Obviously, a lot of people won’t like this album because it’s not typical somber and dark music like Lorde is known for but I think it is just as good as Lorde previous albums. I throughly enjoyed it and it will be replayed a lot.… Expand
  94. Eitangu
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    This is lorde untamed, at her most spiritual and self aware. Love this entirely
  95. manheshus
    Aug 25, 2021
    10
    Lorde used this album to reintroduce her new self and I think it’s incredible. Solar Power is simple, straight to the point without it being boring, and is dynamic, this album's definitely gonna age well. Lorde created this album to be different from everything going on right now and that's what makes this album special. I wouldn't say Solar Power is Lorde's best album but it's still anLorde used this album to reintroduce her new self and I think it’s incredible. Solar Power is simple, straight to the point without it being boring, and is dynamic, this album's definitely gonna age well. Lorde created this album to be different from everything going on right now and that's what makes this album special. I wouldn't say Solar Power is Lorde's best album but it's still an excellent product.… Expand
  96. 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
  97. Antoniogh
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    This album really surprised me, and in a good way, we can see a clear change and evolution from her past albums, she talks about how the past Lorde is gone, and presents her new self, talks about her past experiences and about her younger self and as always deep meaningful lyrics, which will make you take a second thought. In Liability (Melodrama) she says "you´re all gonna watch meThis album really surprised me, and in a good way, we can see a clear change and evolution from her past albums, she talks about how the past Lorde is gone, and presents her new self, talks about her past experiences and about her younger self and as always deep meaningful lyrics, which will make you take a second thought. In Liability (Melodrama) she says "you´re all gonna watch me disappear into the sun", and this whole album is about the good in this sun that she was afraid of in Melodrama, showing how the things that we feared the most in the past, are the ones we embrace in the present, and how we should not be afraid of changues and sew steps in our lifes.… Expand
  98. 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.
  99. joaoh9630
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    So fresh, so new, so good. Lord always win, wait and see........................
  100. Boygenius
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    Definitely a grower, took me 2 days to finally realize this one is a masterpiece.
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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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