Sweetener
by Ariana Grande
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Aug 17, 2018
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7.7

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  1. Sara02
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Very different from other albums but still a good album. God is a woman is one of her best songs ever.
  2. bhkben
    Nov 27, 2020
    10
    to me, her best work to date. "thank u, next" and "positions" are also god tier, but "sweetener" was something next level. her best album, her best era. it just stays unmatched.
  3. Marv09
    Jul 30, 2020
    10
    Amazing album. Every song is different and fun to listen to. Especially God is a woman, Get well soon and Better of are masterpieces
  4. Dylantm
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    De sus mejores álbum hasta la fecha solo digo que en este material se encuentra el gran talento de Ariana
  5. TayrianaGrande
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Grande sweetener el gran cambio de Ariana grande, este álbum le dio una buena vuelta a su carrera
  6. Emilianoesquinc
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    El cambio de producción que tuvo Ariana fue para bien, cada canción en dulce y transmite una vibra única, de los mejores álbumes de Ariana, si no que el mejor para muchos
  7. Carlosmespia
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Ariana hizo bien su trabajo desde el principió y nos dio esta joya del teen pop
  8. TrMeinh
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    the 2nd best album by ariana so far, i can see how she grow up in lyrics, track by track, it's not perfect yet but it's the best after everything.
  9. benjnorth
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    a healing masterpiece. got me thru the hardest of times. forever grateful for this album.
  10. chico-smith
    Dec 13, 2022
    10
    I love how when it got released the fans hated it, but it aged like a FINE WINE. hopefully in the future it could undoubtedly present itself as her best and most acclaimed album, similar to mariah’s butterfly.
    This album works so perfectly because that state of mind + aesthetics + working with 3 types of different production teams (max martin, pharrell and her rnb/trap friends) results in    I love how when it got released the fans hated it, but it aged like a FINE WINE. hopefully in the future it could undoubtedly present itself as her best and most acclaimed album, similar to mariah’s butterfly.
    This album works so perfectly because that state of mind + aesthetics + working with 3 types of different production teams (max martin, pharrell and her rnb/trap friends) results in a complex body of work where the songs bounce off of each other. For me, the latter group did a much better work on TUN, or alternatively they got overshadowed by max’s legendary pop melodies and pharrell’s super experimental and unique style this round - but that as it may, they still delivered fan classics. Other than TLIC, every song can be rated as a 10 (well, maybe that name drop song too). The singles are perfection, one by one, but what made me fall over heels for ariana’s best album is the dreamy REM, the impeccable get well soon, and the 4 super fan girls: blazed (if u don’t like it don’t even talk to me), sweetener, successful and borderline. But don’t take it for me, just listen. If u get it, u get it. If you don’t… my everything is right there smh.

    Closing statements:
    1. No tears left to cry is the best song ever.
    2. Sweetener’s visuals remain UNMATCHED.
    3. Ariana grande is truly a fantastic artist.    … Expand
  11. Aristarco
    Oct 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Um álbum completamente coerente e perfeito.
    Os singles são os melhores da carreira e as músicas são cativantes    … Expand
  12. yeeeli
    Oct 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. eu amo tudo que Ariana faz, sempre escutei as músicas delas mas nunca parei pra escutar os álbuns, e o Sweetener e com toda certeza uns dos melhores álbuns… Expand
  13. xhorowitzen
    Oct 29, 2020
    10
    amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo genteamooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo… Expand
  14. mae_
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Sweetener won a grammy for a reason. Ariana Grande always make such amazing songs.
  15. mathcoelho
    Jun 1, 2021
    10
    O grammy winner álbum Sweetener revolucionou a carreira de Ariana Grande, onde ela mostrou seu verdadeiro eu e rachou sua raiz com o pop, trazendo mais versatilidade e um lado artista para sua carreira.
  16. gustarx
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    sweetener é um álbum muito importante na carreira da Ariana, as músicas são muito boas, super recomendo
  17. bocakissy
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    work of art! the most healing album, it helps me through the bad times. she’s so powerful.
  18. tomyquiros
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    her best album. upbeat pop songs mixed with the most exquisite rnb. a masterpiece
  19. ghstnx
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    o segundo melhor album dela, atrás apenas do positions muito bom com letras muito bem construídas
  20. Niko18
    Nov 27, 2020
    10
    The album with the holy trinity of Single No tears left to cry God is a woman Breathin No album has better Single that this
    She endend everybody !
    Her Grammy for that album proves it
  21. Leadking
    Dec 4, 2020
    10
    Ariana te amo sacaste tantos Hits innolvidables como God is a Woman y no Tears left To cry literal mane, no te merecemos, hermosos esos Hits Dios te amooo maneeee
  22. Janse
    Oct 31, 2020
    10
    Ariana had a good time with this beautiful album, from the beginning to the end it is pure art, Ariana we love you so much
  23. thalitakoide
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    The best album in the world. My favorite, it is perfect, sweet and smooth, at the same time, it carries a gigantic power. It is different and brings a sense of joy and healing
  24. ishnotari
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    her best album to this day!! nothing can top Sweetener. i may not be a big fan of blazed but the rest of the songs are sooooo good
  25. safetynet457
    Nov 2, 2020
    10
    Sweetener by Ariana Grande is her best work in my opinion. She has pop elements, rnb and experimental tracks produced with Pharell Williams.
  26. Nelsonchristian
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    10 out of 10 this album radiates such a Bop and positive vibes. Ariana vocal production also popped off
  27. kelvinmdias89
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Melhor álbum da carreira, sonoridade incrível, simplesmente perfeito, não sai da minha playlist
  28. JonathanYaelSR
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    It is the best album of the entire year, it is incredibly innovative, Grande's vocals are magnificent, I was very impressed.
  29. ffernando
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    God is a woman se convirtió en un himno al feminismo y una patada a los religiosos
  30. obviouslana
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    Truly a beautiful album, very different from her other works, every song is so well produced and good to listen, i don't think there is one single bad song in this album, such a beautiful work.
  31. moonlightdaisy
    Oct 31, 2020
    10
    One of my favourite AG albums, and after going to the Sweetener World Tour, the songs sound even better live! My favourite songs are Everytime, God is a Woman and Breathin’. This era was incredible.
  32. anderlimaaaa
    Oct 31, 2020
    10
    Um divisor de águas, embora controverso para muitos. É um dos melhores dela até aqui, por mais que a maioria não saiba reconhecer isso.
  33. Karolina1005
    Nov 1, 2020
    10
    The most beautiful healing album. Just pure perfection. No other words needed.
  34. Crosby1987
    Jul 12, 2021
    10
    this is the best album i’ve ever listened to and it deserves everything. i rate this a 10/10 because lyrically it’s the best album i’ve ever heard in my life
  35. Annalptk
    Jan 10, 2021
    10
    One of her best albums no question. Truly her most experimental and deserving of the recognition.
  36. jassyelitomix
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    Esta lleno de grandes momentos y te enseña como salir de esos malos momentos.
  37. MateusGrande
    Apr 9, 2021
    10
    Sweetener um dos álbuns onde ela estrega sentimentos e por tudo que passou em sua tour em Manchester city!
  38. Danielasc
    Nov 27, 2020
    10
    Laalalal este album denle stream ok, stream positions si no son geminis bdhdudxioaoalakaaj kddhdb
  39. amiryaqo
    Nov 27, 2020
    10
    This album is absolutely a masterpiece and nobody can say otherwise. Every song, every music video, every live performance is perfection. This is a vast improvement from her 2016 Dangerous Woman album, which was the worst album of her career. Ariana Grande cemented herself as the best artist since Mariah Carey with this album, proving herself to be bigger than all her former peers (MileyThis album is absolutely a masterpiece and nobody can say otherwise. Every song, every music video, every live performance is perfection. This is a vast improvement from her 2016 Dangerous Woman album, which was the worst album of her career. Ariana Grande cemented herself as the best artist since Mariah Carey with this album, proving herself to be bigger than all her former peers (Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez, Demi Lovato, Taylor Swift, Adele, and Rihanna), as well as those who were considered above her. Truly the most consistent and talented pop star of this century!… Expand
  40. elisgay
    Nov 29, 2020
    10
    this album is perfection, i absolutely recommend it. it helped me through the worst period of my life, fr, it is healing. idk why people hate on it.. the productions are perfect, ariana worked really hard to make this album, read all the songs lyrics: they are so private, she putted all of herself in sweetener
  41. robigorgomes
    Dec 3, 2020
    10
    I'm just a music lover, I hardly follow the release of albums by the great artists, but the sweetener was a big surprise for me, unfortunately I couldn't hear it at the time of the release and I found out through a very dear person, and it's amazing how music can touch our soul in such a beautiful way, 2020 was a year of many emotions, and the sweetener made these last months much happier,I'm just a music lover, I hardly follow the release of albums by the great artists, but the sweetener was a big surprise for me, unfortunately I couldn't hear it at the time of the release and I found out through a very dear person, and it's amazing how music can touch our soul in such a beautiful way, 2020 was a year of many emotions, and the sweetener made these last months much happier, I fell in love, I suffered for love, I reflected on my life with this album, I just wanted to say thanks to everyone who made this album happen, I love it with all my heart.… Expand
  42. Alexiscoronado
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This album do something, Ariana help me with the depression and anxiety on 2018, and i always said thank u for that, sweetener is a piece of art
  43. Jhonn27
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Ariana trajo nuevos ritmos alejados del pop pero aun asi es agradable y trajo singles poderosos como God is a woman,considero que es de los mejores albumes de Ariana en cuanto a letras y a Estética del album
  44. Metatanya
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    “God is a woman” a cultural reset ! And “breathin” is such a masterpiece, beautiful album for sure
  45. AleVaLGa
    Feb 21, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. love this album, it really is fantastic and an excellent start, my favorite songs in this life Ariana really has an incredible voice, very powerful and beautiful she really is a queen. really these songs have saved me… Expand
  46. Mourya_03
    Mar 14, 2021
    10
    The fourth full-length studio release for the pop singer features guest appearances from Nicki Minaj, Missy Elliott and Pharrell Williams.
  47. dmes
    Mar 23, 2021
    10
    this album is great, I venture to say that it is her best album. Her vocals are very well balanced and the instrumental on the album is wonderful
  48. mechimartinich
    Apr 6, 2021
    10
    INCREIBLE HERMOSO BREATHIN LA MEJOR CANCIÓN QUE EXISTE NO TEARS LEFT TO cry god is a woman ariana te la comiste
  49. Paulito
    Apr 7, 2021
    10
    Super creative album for its time. The singles are so so good. It will make you dance, cry and dance again !
  50. igorpedro
    Apr 8, 2021
    10
    este álbum é a maior perfeição! Ariana Grande literalmente atingiu o ápice de seu talento aqui, feliz de viver na mesma geração que ela e poder desfrutar dessa obra-prima, suas letras e o conceito que o álbum carrega são lindos e para nós fãs tem um significado muito profundo, esse álbum merece 1000.
  51. larissa26
    Apr 9, 2021
    10
    Definetely her best album! At first, i liked it, but not very much because it was a different sound to what i was used to, but as i kept listening, i kept appreciating more... and the whole aesthetic of sweetener is so beautiful. Ariana is amazing.
  52. Sesorrin
    Aug 24, 2022
    10
    Un album que transmite tranquilidad y paz, uno de los mejores dentro de la Discografía de Grande, goodnight n go, everytime y God Is a Woman son lo más destacable del álbum.
  53. liahnamario
    May 25, 2021
    10
    Sweetener, considerado como su mejor trabajo hasta la fecha, su nombre hace alusión al concepto del álbum. Caracterizado por sonidos pop experimentales con R&B y trap, alegra la vida de la autora después de trágicos momentos en su carrera y fracasos amoroso. La esperanza de encontrar la paz, es una etapa de negación del dolor cuyo próximo proyecto desataría el verdadero dolor de Ariana
  54. rllllstr
    Jun 1, 2021
    10
    “Sweetener” is not just the best Ariana’s album and era but also one of the best albums of all time. Every song is catchy and a grower. The music videos are spectacular. The intro is magical and the interlude feels like a dream. Songs like “the light is coming”, “blazed” and “borderline” are hated without a reason.. Pharrell is a genius when it comes to producing music and so Ariana when“Sweetener” is not just the best Ariana’s album and era but also one of the best albums of all time. Every song is catchy and a grower. The music videos are spectacular. The intro is magical and the interlude feels like a dream. Songs like “the light is coming”, “blazed” and “borderline” are hated without a reason.. Pharrell is a genius when it comes to producing music and so Ariana when it comes for vocals and lyrics. They worked together and gave the music industry a forever masterpiece.
    All the songs are dreamy, some are very happy and others are very sad after knowing the true meaning.
    Even the covers are good; “goodnight n go” is her best cover and she made the song even better. This album deserves all the hype and all the love it needs. A masterpiece.    … Expand
  55. lifesupport
    Jun 1, 2021
    10
    Such a healing album, my fav by ariana til this day. I repeat better off and get well soon constantly.
  56. maria90123
    Jun 1, 2021
    10
    Her most delightful album to date! The experimentation was exquisite from pop bangers, dreamy mid tempo songs, to sultry r&b songs
  57. grandeneedy
    Jun 1, 2021
    10
    Favorite album by her, "better off" "God is a woman" "get well soon" are my favorites! She took an experimental risk and it payed off
  58. swevetener
    Aug 19, 2021
    10
    this album show us he happiness that she is felling, her vocal range was in other level here and the new type of sound that she tried here was really good, one of my favs of all time
  59. aaronmacuha
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Her best album so far (2021). Better off is her best song and it is included to this album. I love her so much.
  60. andrie
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    The best album the best album, stream reputation and sweetener STREAM NOW!!!
  61. plutoxouwu
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    her best album for a reason, a healing album and her most experimental one!
  62. reflections
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    I purely adore the juxtaposition of two entirely different sounds placed on one album but made to flow together creating an abstract piece of art: the playful r&b tracks produced by Pharrell and the modern emotional synth smashes by Max Martin, Savan and Ilya. Topped off with a stunning visual design and the singles accompanied by music videos directed by the legend himself, Dave Meyers,I purely adore the juxtaposition of two entirely different sounds placed on one album but made to flow together creating an abstract piece of art: the playful r&b tracks produced by Pharrell and the modern emotional synth smashes by Max Martin, Savan and Ilya. Topped off with a stunning visual design and the singles accompanied by music videos directed by the legend himself, Dave Meyers, this is definitely an album and era to remember.… Expand
  63. youngwarrior017
    Oct 8, 2021
    10
    Such a good comeback album and perfect singles, best tracks : God Is A Woman, Everytime, Goodnight n go, Get Well Soon...and all the other tracks tbh.
  64. Panboy1995
    Nov 11, 2021
    10
    Iconico. Legendario. El mejor álbum de Ariana, realmente una joya musical. Mis favs god is a woman, breathing, get well soon.
  65. joshua___
    Dec 16, 2021
    10
    so goodnlove it very new and the vocals amazing
    production 10/10 and a diverse and retro album
  66. SusanL
    Jan 6, 2022
    10
    Sweetener is so sweet. Ariana Grande had grown up from pain and she's god now.
  67. marcodelmarco
    Jan 30, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. “Sweetener” by Ariana Grande is one of the best musical albums I've ever heard in my life. the simplicity of making the sound, how she put something that made her feel bad in the song “Get Well Soon”. PERFECT!… Expand
  68. rembeauty
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    many anthems, her vocals on this album are perfect, highlight NTLTC and everytime
  69. pablovj
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    i love it soooooooooooooooooooooooo sooooooooooooooo muchhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
  70. jorge03447
    Mar 20, 2022
    10
    album experimental en el cual juega con otros sonidos y letras muy personales
  71. GiZaCo26
    Mar 24, 2022
    10
    Álbum incrível. Mostra um lado extremamente pessoal da Ariana, de forma humanizada. Não é à toa que esse trabalho lhe rendeu um Grammy Awards.
  72. butterflyfion
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    one of the best studio albums of 2010s. she’s on another level on this album
  73. Immikee
    Apr 8, 2022
    10
    Es 2022 y este album tras de pasar como lo peor de ariana ahora es lo mejor... este disco destaca el verdadero genero de ella en el 2018 un disco que dio incertidumbre tras el dolor de una perdida... Ariana se levanto con su Hit No Tears Left To Cry para regalarnos su empoderamiento femenino saco God is a woman... sweetener merecia mucho mas que 1 solo grammy dio lo mejor en ese momentoEs 2022 y este album tras de pasar como lo peor de ariana ahora es lo mejor... este disco destaca el verdadero genero de ella en el 2018 un disco que dio incertidumbre tras el dolor de una perdida... Ariana se levanto con su Hit No Tears Left To Cry para regalarnos su empoderamiento femenino saco God is a woman... sweetener merecia mucho mas que 1 solo grammy dio lo mejor en ese momento para unos meses despues regalarnos lo mejor de lo mejor...… Expand
  74. AngellHernan
    Apr 12, 2022
    10
    The lyrics, the feeling that Sweetener has is really excellent, those notes, God, are you an angel fallen from heaven? but No tears left to cry is my favorite song, I love this
  75. someonewhocares
    Jul 3, 2022
    10
    Sweetener is Ariana Grande's best album! Most of the songs are amazing, with some slight duds in between the best songs, but the cover is cool and the singles choices were top notch. I live for the production that unveils the masterpieces of this record, and we can think Pharell for that.

    Best songs: Sweetener, breathin, successful, god is a woman, no tears left to cry, borderline,    Sweetener is Ariana Grande's best album! Most of the songs are amazing, with some slight duds in between the best songs, but the cover is cool and the singles choices were top notch. I live for the production that unveils the masterpieces of this record, and we can think Pharell for that.

    Best songs: Sweetener, breathin, successful, god is a woman, no tears left to cry, borderline, better off, blazed, the light is coming

    Worst songs: R.E.M., get well soon.    … Expand
  76. dani_sweetener
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    With this album, Ariana showed us her emotional side. Incredible vocals and lyrics, her best body of work
  77. MarioMario123
    Aug 6, 2022
    10
    A really special album with a lot of great healing songs like everytime and powerful tracks like god is a woman. One of my faves for sure.
  78. naed_luc
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    Eu amo esse álbum, o meu favorito da vida! Amo sua musicalidade e todo o entorno about it.
  79. ursamxjor
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    This is Grande's greatest album yet and shows a new sound that's the perfect mix of dark and light, accompanied with stunning visuals.
  80. leyy
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    this album stands to the hyp and its title . listening to it is so refreshing and feels like a huge hug. YES ARIANA EXPERIMENT
  81. Sweeten3r
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    This album is a masterpiece. The Pharrell production just takes it to another level, pure art! The rnb and pop elements combined with the healing energy this albums is trying to convey is what makes it her best album!
  82. sweet_1
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    perfection... one of her greatest work in my opinion. I had it on repeat for the past days
  83. audibiale
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    This album deserves a rating higher than 10. Healing album, everyone will find something for themselves on it. Favorite songs: 'everytime', 'get well soon' and 'goodnight n go'.
  84. twtarianastan
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    her best albummmm she’s amazingggg it’s so healing and her best eraaa truly a queeen an amazing talented vocalist
  85. sixthrityy
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    Definitely her BEST OF THE BEST ALBUM. THANK YOU PHARELL, AND ALSO MY ANGEL ARIANA FOR MAKING THIS ALBUM. THIS ALBUM MEANS SO MUCH TO ME, IT HELP ME THROUGH MY HARDEST TIMES OF MY LIFE AND THANK YOU. THIS ALBUM IS MY SAVIOUR ?!!!!!!!! DEFINITELY A GOD'S MADE ALBUM
  86. IkerAugusto
    Aug 23, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. its cover is simple but complicated, songs like blazed may not be understood by some but it is really good, top 5: better off, goodnight and go, god is a woman, get well soon, no tears left to cry… Expand
  87. Daniel_Cortes05
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    ES TAN PERFECTO ESTE ÁLBUM, desde la producción hasta la lírica y su TEMÁTICA, puff te REALMENTE uno de sus mejores trabajos discográficos.
  88. darkparadise222
    Oct 23, 2022
    10
    Probably one of the best experimental albums I have ever heard. Ariana's voice is beautiful and addictive and blends perfectly with the extraordinary production. No other popstar has created such an amazing album. Give her 10s where the 10s are due!
  89. HONESTREVlEW
    Oct 23, 2022
    10
    her best work of art yet. The production of each tracks it’s just exquisite. Pharrell has no work with her in a future album again.
  90. Ginm_
    Jan 27, 2023
    10
    It’s my favorite album of all time, I’m so grateful Ariana shared this painful moment of her life with us.
  91. Gusttavobuter
    Feb 16, 2023
    10
    pop perfection i love her .................................................
  92. Ikaiiiiio
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    An incredible album, with several strong points and nice to hear❤️ one of the best albums
  93. jacobmmmccc
    Aug 21, 2018
    9
    This album is one of the best of the year. With this album Ariana uses different music styles that she hasn't used before. This makes the album unique. It is defiantly not just a basic pop album. She also wrote most of the songs on this album which she usually does not do. The album also flows very well together. I found every song on the album enjoyable which is very rare for me. ArianaThis album is one of the best of the year. With this album Ariana uses different music styles that she hasn't used before. This makes the album unique. It is defiantly not just a basic pop album. She also wrote most of the songs on this album which she usually does not do. The album also flows very well together. I found every song on the album enjoyable which is very rare for me. Ariana also experiments with the lower register of her voice in many songs which sounds very breathy, foggy and beautiful. Overall this album is amazing and I highly recommend it.… Expand
  94. FelicityFenwick
    Aug 19, 2018
    9
    I really like it! The tracks really show that she's growing as an artist - and she's put so many of her big mistakes (musically and otherwise) behind her.
  95. Julia1d
    Aug 27, 2018
    9
    Sem dúvidas, um dos melhores do ano! A Ariana nunca deixa a desejar, sempre tenta impor a sua força nas músicas como em "God is a Woman" além de que o seu amadurecimento foi preciso e trouxe esse disco inovador e coeso repleto de faixas lentas e suaves para sua potência vocal.
  96. NETMUSIC
    Aug 17, 2018
    9
    Really incredible fourth album from Ariana. Her working with Pharell is so great.

    Best Song(s):
    breathin
    blazed ft Pharell Williams
    no tears left to cry
    God is a woman
    get well soon
    borderline
    raindrops (an angel cried)

    Worst Song(s):
    R.E.M
  97. bernxrdo
    Aug 18, 2018
    9
    Não tão bom como seu ultimo Dangerous Woman, porém tão homogêneo quanto. Ganha pontos pela evolução artística e um experimental que não soa tão inexperiente, mas sim que Grande se comprometeu a um estilo de Pop Music e o seguiu com maestria, conjunto com seu Produtor Pharrel Williams que conseguiu trazer o estilo dele para o álbum mas, mesmo assim, deixa-lo com a cara de Ariana Grande,Não tão bom como seu ultimo Dangerous Woman, porém tão homogêneo quanto. Ganha pontos pela evolução artística e um experimental que não soa tão inexperiente, mas sim que Grande se comprometeu a um estilo de Pop Music e o seguiu com maestria, conjunto com seu Produtor Pharrel Williams que conseguiu trazer o estilo dele para o álbum mas, mesmo assim, deixa-lo com a cara de Ariana Grande, doce e, até, rude. Vocais ainda mais contidos que o Dangerous Woman, parece que o álbum é um filho do seu primeiro trabalho com o ultimo citado, onde o R&B marca certa presença, principalmente nos vocais falados e os agudos nos momentos certos. O álbum deixa algumas fillers, como Borderline e até a faixa que nomeia o álbum, que parecem uma bagunça, mas, ao se analisar o conjunto da obra, até que fazem sentido. É o melhor trabalho da artista, mas não são suas melhores musicas. O álbum se destaca pela surpresa e o inesperado trabalho, onde até faixas assustadoras como "The Light Is Coming" se tornam gostosas de ouvir. Faixas como "Everytime" "Breathin" "R.E.M" e "God Is A Woman" são os destaques do álbum, e a sequencia postas pelas musicas também deixam o trabalho ainda mais prazeroso de se ouvir, um outro ponto positivo da obra. Um trabalho mais artístico do que nunca, para Grande.… Expand
  98. zavalag15
    Aug 17, 2018
    9
    I truly believe this is one of the best pop albums of 2018 (we have not had many options to choose from, tbh). Sweetener is really cohesive, uplifting and well produced. Favorite songs are: REM, sweetener, successful and God is a Woman.
  99. julia425646
    Aug 17, 2018
    9
    Love this album, of course yes Ariana is experimenting with yourself. Okay. I love the singles NTLTC, TLIC, GIAW, raindrops (an angel cried)
  100. Olin
    Dec 7, 2018
    9
    Ariana mudou completamente o foco, apesar da mega produção, sweetener não agradou os fãs de pop mais enérgicos, um álbum que reflete muito a vida da cantora, com certeza uma autobiografia que vale a pena ouvir até o final.
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#1 Most Discussed Album of 2018
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#2 Most Shared Album of 2018

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Universal acclaim - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
  1. The Quietus
    Aug 31, 2018
    70
    Grande’s new sound, the Williams-produced Not-Bangers, only make up half of the album. These standout tracks are interspersed between standard pop tracks. ... That’s not to say that the Bangers on Sweetener are bad--it’s more that they belong in previous era of Grande and they spoil the flow between songs. Sweetener may not be the dawning of a new age for Ariana but it could be a step towards somewhere weird and wonderful.
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  2. The New York Times
    Aug 29, 2018
    90
    Ms. Grande backs up her statements with song-and-dance mastery. ... She’s her own choir, support group and posse. While a few guest vocalists (Mr. Williams, Nicki Minaj, Missy Elliott) provide a little grit for contrast, Ms. Grande sails above any fray, past or present. Her aplomb is her triumph.
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  3. AllMusic
    Aug 28, 2018
    80
    An album that coheres in a way other Ariana Grande albums don't, which means Sweetener is something of a double triumph: she's come through a tough time stronger and better than before.
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