Something
by Chairlift
Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 30
  3. Negative: 0 out of 30
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  1. NOW Magazine
    Feb 2, 2012
    60
    On slick, feckless romance ballads like I Belong In Your Arms, that rooted-in-the-past sound can seem like empty nostalgia, but it blooms with freshness when used as a springboard for experimentation.
  2. Paste Magazine
    Jan 24, 2012
    60
    Something is a generally enjoyable, but nonetheless generally unremarkable next step for the band.
  3. The Guardian
    Jan 27, 2012
    60
    Caroline Polachek and Patrick Wimberly, now a duo following Aaron Pfenning's departure, are on to something beguiling with this third album.
  5. Uncut
    Jan 20, 2012
    40
    For the most part, tired melodies and banal lyrics make for a disappointing collection. [Feb 2012, p.83]
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8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 34 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 33 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 34
  3. Negative: 1 out of 34
  1. indiegirly
    Jan 3, 2023
    10
    There is really something special about this album; very catchy synths and great lyrics sung by the wonderful Caroline Polachek. A veryThere is really something special about this album; very catchy synths and great lyrics sung by the wonderful Caroline Polachek. A very underrated album in my opinion.… Full Review »
  2. LuissDt
    May 10, 2022
    10
    With the recent release of Heartstopper I decided to listen to this album and well... Something is more than a good album, it is a surpriseWith the recent release of Heartstopper I decided to listen to this album and well... Something is more than a good album, it is a surprise with good songs with excellent lyrics… Full Review »
  3. ramona
    Oct 20, 2012
    8
    I didn
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