Sweet Talker
by Jessie J
  • Record Label: Island
  • Release Date: Oct 14, 2014
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  1. Dennonyx
    Feb 20, 2015
    9
    Jessie J is perhaps the only pop artist who has shown throughout his career a gradual, steady improvement. If 'Who You Are' was contaminated by cloying garbage and 'Alive' was at odds too much moderate and banal, 'Sweet Talker' is the perfect balance between power melodic and crackling sexy. Many songs contain both the elements skillfully merged into a single piece, and if hit track 'BangJessie J is perhaps the only pop artist who has shown throughout his career a gradual, steady improvement. If 'Who You Are' was contaminated by cloying garbage and 'Alive' was at odds too much moderate and banal, 'Sweet Talker' is the perfect balance between power melodic and crackling sexy. Many songs contain both the elements skillfully merged into a single piece, and if hit track 'Bang Bang' comes with all her twerk factor the following 'Fire' and 'Personal' show all the beauty of Jessie's voice.

    Varied but consistent, slightly underrated by both the people and critic.

    Best song: Masterpiece
    Worst song: Seal Me With A Kiss    … Expand
  2. AnalyDewa
    Dec 2, 2014
    6
    O álbum começa bem com ''Ain't Been Done'', passa pela péssima ''Burnin' Up'', que talvez seja a pior do disco junto com ''Loud''. Os pontos fortes do álbum acabam sendo ''Bang Bang'' que conta com a participação de Ariana Grande e Nicki Minaj, sendo a última convidada, o ponto alto da canção. A faixa título, ''Sweet Talker'', é excelente, outros destaques são ''Searl Me With a Kiss'',O álbum começa bem com ''Ain't Been Done'', passa pela péssima ''Burnin' Up'', que talvez seja a pior do disco junto com ''Loud''. Os pontos fortes do álbum acabam sendo ''Bang Bang'' que conta com a participação de Ariana Grande e Nicki Minaj, sendo a última convidada, o ponto alto da canção. A faixa título, ''Sweet Talker'', é excelente, outros destaques são ''Searl Me With a Kiss'', onde ela ressuscita Mariah Carey na ótima ''Fantasy'' do disco ''Daydream'' de 1995 e ''Get Away''.
    O álbum demonstra ter sido feito totalmente nas coxas, consegue ser um pouco melhor que o ''Alive'' lançado há 1 ano atrás e inferior ao seu primeiro disco, ''Who You Are'', onde ela escreveu mais de 200 canções, enquanto nesse a participação dela foi muito menor. Pra quem começou na música compondo sucessos pra outros cantores como Chris Brown e Miley Cyrus, ser compositora principal de apenas 4 músicas do disco é um total sinal de que esse disco foi lançado apenas - sem sucesso - pra tentar cobrir o péssimo desempenho do ''Alive'' que não conseguiu penetrar os charts americanos com ''Wild'', muito menos ter sido lançado por lá ou ter 10% do êxito de seu primeiro trabalho.
    Como ela mesma diz, ela está trabalhando em sua ''Masterpiece'' e quem sabe um dia ela consiga fazer um álbum que realmente convença. Personalidade vocal ela já mostrou que tem de sobra!    … Expand
  3. NathanCabello
    Dec 16, 2014
    6
    I wait until today for the return of Jessie J Who You Are, her vocals are good but only that does not hold an album, although he did his good songs, it could have been much better; is still one of the best of the year (which I considered weak), but it can improve more for the next album.
    Highlights: Said Too Much and Seal Me With A Kiss
    Lows: Get Away and Personal
  4. Muddsjr
    Nov 21, 2014
    0
    one thing's for sure, there is absolutely no one on this planet who can 'sweet talk' me into even admiring this work. To my eye's, its simply cheap, annoying pop music released so soon after its predecessor for little else probably than marketing purposes, public demand. I see no true musical creativity here. My opinion only.
  5. thaleslucas
    Oct 15, 2014
    1
    What should I say about this album? This is just good for her fans. That is just the good side, because if her tried to catch new fans with this comercial album, she's wrong.

    For → ME ←, "Masterpiece", "Sweet Talker" and "You Really Don't Know Me" are the only tracks that save all the album.

    Jessie J died in "Who You Are".
  6. Nobilis1984
    Oct 18, 2014
    3
    Very boring album.
    What hath emerged over the time was war.Jessie J is a poor imitation of Pink and other famous singers. Her songs go out of here in and there and that can not be their goal.
  7. johnaraujjo
    Oct 16, 2014
    10
    She made ​​her more accurate album, more consistent. It features tracks and structures, some interesting letters. There are fantastic productions emphasizing Sweet Talker and Masterpiece. Jessie put her best on each track, more soul. Deserves recognition.
  8. amandaaraujo_
    Oct 15, 2014
    0
    Jessie J morreu em "Who You Are"..... Isso é tudo o que tenho a falar. Arriscar o comércio e perder a qualidade? Que coisa feia de se fazer, Jessie J... Decepcionada contigo.
  9. nasosli
    Oct 14, 2014
    10
    Sweet Talker: 10

    The amazing voice of Jessie, the perfect lyrics and the magical music made this album!!!! Sweet Talker is as good as her debut album, Who You Are. GREECE WANTS YOU JESSIE
  10. Mykebeat
    Oct 17, 2014
    10
    um pouco de WYA e Alive, só tem hinos, Get Away me fez chorar, rainha do UK, Sweet Talker precisa ser single, é triste ver uma cantora tão completa n ser reconhecida, ctz ela vai conseguir o topo novamente.
  11. ellencornish
    Oct 28, 2014
    10
    The best of her so far! She's absolutely the best vocalist and vocal acrobatic artist on music industry right now. There are so many potencial hit singles.
  12. wallacethobias
    Oct 15, 2014
    10
    Esse é mais um álbum que ouvi do começo ao fim e amei todas as faixas. Bang Bang e Burnin' Up são bem comerciais e eu entendo que deve ter essa parte para poder divulgar o álbum. Tirando isso AMEI, melhor que Alive com certeza, ela continua sendo a dona do UK. ♥
  13. LittleMatt
    Oct 16, 2014
    10
    Such a great album.

    I'm deeply in love with Masterpiece and Loud. Ain't Been Done, Your Lost I'm Found, Sweet Talker, Fire... The album is just filled with great songs.
  14. felipperh15
    Oct 14, 2014
    10
    Tudo perfeito, amei o álbum, a Jessie é uma diva e merece muito sucesso. Não gostei muito de Said Too Much mas isso é uma opinião minha mesmo, por que o resto ta perfeito!
  15. Wael
    Oct 14, 2014
    6
    Overall, Sweet Talker is a solid pop record full of sass, confidence and strength. Jessie J's vocal performance is, as usual, at its best, and the production (handled by some of the best producers in the game) is sweet and beautiful. There is no "bad" song on the album, but some shine better than others. Standouts include "Sweet Talker", "Fire" (which perfectly showcases the perfection ofOverall, Sweet Talker is a solid pop record full of sass, confidence and strength. Jessie J's vocal performance is, as usual, at its best, and the production (handled by some of the best producers in the game) is sweet and beautiful. There is no "bad" song on the album, but some shine better than others. Standouts include "Sweet Talker", "Fire" (which perfectly showcases the perfection of Miss J's voice), 80's-dancefloor-ready "Seal Me With a Kiss", "Keep Us Together" and the Grande/Minaj-assisted hit "Bang Bang". "Loud" and "Masterpiece" sound a bit generic but they're still good. So, in general, love the record, it's totally worth the hype! Hope this album achieves the success intended. Congrats to the perfect miss J!… Expand
  16. jessiexota
    Oct 14, 2014
    10
    Apesar de ter sido gravado em menos de 1 ano, Sweet Talker é anos luz melhor que Alive e com certeza é um dos melhores álbuns de 2014. Bang Bang e Burnin’ Up estão meio perdidas, mas no resto o álbum consegue casar muito bem. Ain’t Been Done consegue destruir fácil os haters da rainha do UK mais conhecida como Jessie J. A faixa Sweet Talker é ótima, mas a versão live destrói completamente.Apesar de ter sido gravado em menos de 1 ano, Sweet Talker é anos luz melhor que Alive e com certeza é um dos melhores álbuns de 2014. Bang Bang e Burnin’ Up estão meio perdidas, mas no resto o álbum consegue casar muito bem. Ain’t Been Done consegue destruir fácil os haters da rainha do UK mais conhecida como Jessie J. A faixa Sweet Talker é ótima, mas a versão live destrói completamente. Fire mostra o poder da Jessie com sua tremenda voz. Masterpiece é outro recado para os haters, essa faixa tem cara de hit e o refrão é avassalador. Personal é muito digna, mesmo não tendo participado da composição ela consegue passar toda emoção com o passar dos segundos. Strip é alegre, uma faixa que te faz lembrar da Jessie de 2011. Seal Me With a Kiss pisa facilmente em Daydreamin’ e é a melhor parceria do álbum. Loud é impactante. Get Away é tão crua, tão doce, tão emotiva....como não chorar? Keep Us Together é um dos melhores R&B que ouvi da Jessie, a letra é um amor. You Don’t Really Know Me mostra o lado mais pessoal da Jessie e não teria outra forma melhor de terminar o álbum. RAINHA DO UK.… Expand
  17. francisrgo
    Oct 15, 2014
    7
    The album is a little bit disjointed. However, she is undeniably talented. Her voice shines in lower tempo songs, almost acoustic, including "Sweet Talker" and "Get Away." It showcases her great register. "Ain't Been Done" and "Masterpiece" are reminiscent of her old songs "Do it Like a Dude" and "Price Tag." Overall the album just needed more direct concept.
  18. arvintaylor138
    Oct 19, 2014
    9
    After viewing mixed to negative reviews from both critics and fans, I was very skeptical about listening or purchasing this album as I was worried she might "Americanize" her sound in order to make it mainstream in the US becoming another pop artist. However, I decided to buy the album, and I was not disappointed! The album is very solid even though at times, many tracks are forgettableAfter viewing mixed to negative reviews from both critics and fans, I was very skeptical about listening or purchasing this album as I was worried she might "Americanize" her sound in order to make it mainstream in the US becoming another pop artist. However, I decided to buy the album, and I was not disappointed! The album is very solid even though at times, many tracks are forgettable and similar. She has produced another great album. Personally, this is a very enjoyable album, with a little fun, mesmerizing ballads and dance tunes!! Worth the buy! :)
    Best tracks: "Strip", "Bang Bang".    … Expand
  19. ultraviolenmilk
    Oct 14, 2014
    4
    Folës Sweet , një përmbledhje e këngëve që nuk kanë kuptim me eachother , përveç faktit se ata të gjithë melodramë ekran të mirën e saj . Mjerisht , ky album do të harrohet së bashku me artistë të tjerë të cilët nuk kanë strukturë me albumet e tyre . Pozitive janë vokal dhe disa të prodhimit , Negative janëpërmbajtja lirik , karakteristika , dhe më shumë të prodhimit .
    4/10
    Nuk është e    Folës Sweet , një përmbledhje e këngëve që nuk kanë kuptim me eachother , përveç faktit se ata të gjithë melodramë ekran të mirën e saj . Mjerisht , ky album do të harrohet së bashku me artistë të tjerë të cilët nuk kanë strukturë me albumet e tyre . Pozitive janë vokal dhe disa të prodhimit , Negative janëpërmbajtja lirik , karakteristika , dhe më shumë të prodhimit .
    4/10
    Nuk është e rekomanduar :(    … Expand
  20. rhemmings
    Dec 19, 2014
    10
    Who You Are was bad, Alive was badder, Sweet Talker is the Baddest. I mean Sweet Talker has everything what its supposed to have like the sweet, power voice of Jessie J, the Lyrics etc. This will be her BEST album to her fans (Like Me) especially to those who didn't like her second album which I did find it to be fun and exciting especially some of her dance songs in the album. MyWho You Are was bad, Alive was badder, Sweet Talker is the Baddest. I mean Sweet Talker has everything what its supposed to have like the sweet, power voice of Jessie J, the Lyrics etc. This will be her BEST album to her fans (Like Me) especially to those who didn't like her second album which I did find it to be fun and exciting especially some of her dance songs in the album. My favourite songs from Sweet Talker are: Aint't Been Done, Burning Up, of course Bang Bang, the Album Title, Fire, Loud, Personal, Seal Me With A Kiss, Masterpiece, Said Too Much, Strip and Get Away… Expand
  21. JohnnyDF
    Dec 4, 2014
    9
    Jessie J's third effort proves to be a well-driven attempt at breaking America, with a quite great outcome (have you seen Bang Bang's performance on the charts?). Stand-outs include the aforementioned hit ft. Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj, the album's title track 'Sweet Talker', the lovely 'Keep Us Together' and the funky 'Seal Me With a Kiss' ft. a fantastic verse from trio De La Soul.Jessie J's third effort proves to be a well-driven attempt at breaking America, with a quite great outcome (have you seen Bang Bang's performance on the charts?). Stand-outs include the aforementioned hit ft. Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj, the album's title track 'Sweet Talker', the lovely 'Keep Us Together' and the funky 'Seal Me With a Kiss' ft. a fantastic verse from trio De La Soul.
    Generic track 'Masterpiece' does sound a little bit 'been there, done that', but it certainly moves the album forward in a great, anthemic way.
    Ballads 'Personal' and 'Get Away' don't stand out from the ensemble of tracks that is 'Sweet Talker' , but they do showcase J's already known vocal mastery, which isn't a bad thing at all.
    'Fire' and 'Loud', which features violinist Lindsey Stirling, both have massive vocal endings that keep you hooked in and don't fail to deliver.
    Ultimately, 'Sweet Talker' is a well-produced, vocally talented and solid record that nobody should miss out on.    … Expand
  22. Maurus
    Nov 10, 2017
    3
    Impersonal, artificial, soulless. Jessie J sold herself completely in this album, wasting her talent with empty generic music. It's a shame to see this.
  23. PinkFriday
    Nov 12, 2014
    6
    1. Ain't Been Done - ✩✩✩✩
    2. Burnin' Up (feat. 2 Chainz) - ✩✩✩✩
    3. Sweet Talker - ✩✩✩✩ 4. Bang Bang (feat. Ariana Grande & Nicki Minaj) - ✩✩✩ 5. Fire - ✩✩✩✩✩ 6. Personal - ✩✩✩✩ 7. Masterpiece - ✩✩✩✩ 8. Seal Me With A Kiss - ✩✩✩✩ 9. Said Too Much - ✩ 10. Loud (feat. Lindsey Stirling) - ✩✩✩ 11. Keep Us Together - ✩✩✩ 12. Get Away - ✩✩✩    1. Ain't Been Done - ✩✩✩✩
    2. Burnin' Up (feat. 2 Chainz) - ✩✩✩✩
    3. Sweet Talker - ✩✩✩✩
    4. Bang Bang (feat. Ariana Grande & Nicki Minaj) - ✩✩✩
    5. Fire - ✩✩✩✩✩
    6. Personal - ✩✩✩✩
    7. Masterpiece - ✩✩✩✩
    8. Seal Me With A Kiss - ✩✩✩✩
    9. Said Too Much - ✩
    10. Loud (feat. Lindsey Stirling) - ✩✩✩
    11. Keep Us Together - ✩✩✩
    12. Get Away - ✩✩✩
  24. vithorsaraiva
    Dec 2, 2014
    10
    The best album of Jessie J, no doubt. All the songs are great, masterpiece, personal and sweet talker are very good, not to mention BANG BANG it was the best song of 2014. Jessie deserves much recognition and many awards. Sweet Talker is worthy of a grammy!
  25. AlanKan
    Mar 12, 2015
    6
    Jessie J is back. With a better album to restore her legend
    Peaked at the position of 10 on the US Billboard 200, Jessie J’s latest album, Sweet Talker has finally hit both the domestic and foreign markets and grown over time. The album has made Jessie’s music career back on track after the frustrating sales of Jessie’s previous album, Alive.
    Just like its name, Sweet Talker is as sweet    Jessie J is back. With a better album to restore her legend
    Peaked at the position of 10 on the US Billboard 200, Jessie J’s latest album, Sweet Talker has finally hit both the domestic and foreign markets and grown over time. The album has made Jessie’s music career back on track after the frustrating sales of Jessie’s previous album, Alive.
    Just like its name, Sweet Talker is as sweet as honey. The album is quite different from her previous album which had more up-tempo pop rock and dance pop songs, while Sweet Talker shows versatility like her greatest hit: Who You Are. It has both up-tempo, fun songs and ballads. In addition, she has a better vocal performance and shows more courage in this album as well.
    There is no doubt that Bang Bang is the best song among the album. The song is an up-tempo soulful addicting song which featured with Nicki Minaj as well as Ariana Grande. Jessie and Grande do their best on the vocal duties, bringing the singles plenty of energy. Jessie also shows her marvelous singing skill as she hitting the high notes of the song, ‘See anybody could be good to you/ You need a bad girl to blow your mind.’
    As the first song of the album, fast-talking hip-hop song ain’t been done, revealing her statement of career now, The finger-snapping Seal Me With A Kiss gives a feel of R&B throwback, while the song You Don’t Really Know Me, is her confession about life since finding fame and the song Sweet Talker has a quintessential R&B tune with a memorable chorus.
    Jessie J has an incredible voice which everyone cannot be resistible. Yes the album can definitely ‘Bang bang there goes your heart’.    … Expand
  26. GustavoRibeiro
    Oct 16, 2015
    7
    Melhores músicas: Ain't Been Done, Sweet Talker, Bang Bang, Personal, Fire, Said Too Much, Keep Us Together
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  27. isthatbrandon
    Mar 9, 2016
    9
    Jessie J delivered a really strong pop album yet again. She is possibly one of the most underrated acts of our generation, she is insanely talented. Some songs on here are among her best - such as You Don't Really Know Me, Sweet Talker and Masterpiece. I think people are too critical on her as they don't want her to be a huge star, she's truly one of the best pop stars on offer right now.
  28. coollooking
    Aug 10, 2016
    9
    The best Jessie's album.
    She wanted something more emotional and complicated in lyrics and melody. Her voice is very good to listen. Here we can find calm tracks but also powerful songs about love , self-confidence and mistakes.
    I think that "Burnin' Up" with "You Don't Really Know Me" could be more refined. But rest of the album is perfect ,so I don't have to say anything. Some songs    The best Jessie's album.
    She wanted something more emotional and complicated in lyrics and melody. Her voice is very good to listen. Here we can find calm tracks but also powerful songs about love , self-confidence and mistakes.
    I think that "Burnin' Up" with "You Don't Really Know Me" could be more refined. But rest of the album is perfect ,so I don't have to say anything. Some songs aren't written by Jessie but it doesn't matter!!!
    If I could choose something for fourth single, it would be "Fire".
    Hope you're gonna like it!!!!    … Expand
  29. dym_amensky
    Jul 23, 2018
    10
    One of the most enjoyable and good albums of the year. The lyrics and Jessie's voice are fascinating. I admire this work. I still listen to this album with great satisfaction. Bravo!
  30. AGladman
    Apr 29, 2017
    10
    Flawless Vocals, Flawless Songs. Jessie J is one of the most talented vocalists and songwriters of our time. She produces not only her songs but other peoples. Sweet Talker really demonstrates the best of her vocal and song writing ability. My personal highlight of the album is 'Burnin' Up with a big loud dance beat which is totally infectious. However mix that with the R&B of "Keep UpFlawless Vocals, Flawless Songs. Jessie J is one of the most talented vocalists and songwriters of our time. She produces not only her songs but other peoples. Sweet Talker really demonstrates the best of her vocal and song writing ability. My personal highlight of the album is 'Burnin' Up with a big loud dance beat which is totally infectious. However mix that with the R&B of "Keep Up Together" and the vocal power that features on "Get Away" this album truly does have something for everyone.
    JESSIE J - SWEET TALKER    … Expand
  31. nessie_veliz
    Mar 29, 2020
    10
    Jessie J tiene una de las mejores voces de la industria musical y está tan infravalorada que ni siquiera son capaces de ver el arte que ella hace en cada disco.
  32. Gipsy_Toy
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Es un álbum muy infravalorado, es de las pocas artistas que lleva muy marcado su sello y en este álbum se ve

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Mixed or average reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

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  1. Positive: 1 out of 11
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  1. PopMatters
    Nov 20, 2014
    50
    Ultimately, Sweet Talker falls short of pop glory.
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  2. The Telegraph (UK)
    Oct 21, 2014
    60
    She still packs too many showboating notes into each songs. But she’s also finding a unique vulnerability on ballads like Loud, where she effectively confronts the haters with her humanity.
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  3. Rolling Stone
    Oct 21, 2014
    50
    Jessie's at her best when she's having fun. She just doesn't have enough of it here.
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