Under My Skin
by Avril Lavigne
  • Record Label: Arista
  • Release Date: May 25, 2004
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8.2

Universal acclaim- based on 409 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 342 out of 409
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 409
  3. Negative: 52 out of 409

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  1. RobynS
    Oct 16, 2004
    10
    Avril Rocks and she always will so everyone who thinks other wise and shut up!
  2. EmilyW
    Nov 25, 2005
    10
    This album helped me so much through a time which i was very upset and confused, but on purchasing this album, I overcame the problem effecting me at the time. I believe that music is very therapeutic and influences how you feel at a certain time, or even heightens it as well. Surely everyone has had this experience at some point in their life?! Well. . . I love this album so much and is This album helped me so much through a time which i was very upset and confused, but on purchasing this album, I overcame the problem effecting me at the time. I believe that music is very therapeutic and influences how you feel at a certain time, or even heightens it as well. Surely everyone has had this experience at some point in their life?! Well. . . I love this album so much and is definitely one of my favourites. My favourite songs on this album include don't tell me, he wasn't, how does it feel, happy ending, noboy's home and fall to pieces I LOVE IT, SHE ROCKS!!! GO AVRIL!!! can't wait til her next album!!!… Expand
  3. alaNBrait
    Feb 28, 2011
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A Darker powerful music with a lot of emotion. Amazing album my favorite album from her she is lyrically experimenting that is obvious but she did good.… Expand
  4. AnalyDewa
    Nov 15, 2015
    8
    Depois do fenômeno de vendas que foi o ”Let Go”, seu disco de estreia, responsável por mais de 17 milhões de cópias vendidas ao redor do mundo, Avril Lavigne ‐ que ganhou uma legião de fãs em um curto intervalo de tempo, amadurece o seu som e vem com mais atitude sem deixar de fazer canções de fácil acesso ao público.
    Pode até fazer pouco significado hoje, mas ”Under My Skin” vem com os    Depois do fenômeno de vendas que foi o ”Let Go”, seu disco de estreia, responsável por mais de 17 milhões de cópias vendidas ao redor do mundo, Avril Lavigne ‐ que ganhou uma legião de fãs em um curto intervalo de tempo, amadurece o seu som e vem com mais atitude sem deixar de fazer canções de fácil acesso ao público.
    Pode até fazer pouco significado hoje, mas ”Under My Skin” vem com os dilemas de vida de uma adolescente rebelde e pouco contente com o mundo que vivia. A canadense canta, compõe e toca em quase todas as faixas, muitas com auxílio do guitarrista Evan Taubenfeld e um time de peso, como ex-parceiros de Pearl Jam, Linkin Park e de Evanescence ‐ o último sendo responsável por grande parte do sucesso da banda e do disco ”Fallen” que vendeu mais de 16 milhões, venceu 2 Grammys e aqui tem função de transformar o som de ”Under My Kin” do despretensioso do ”Let Go”.
    O resultado final é positivo, sendo até hoje o melhor disco da carreira da cantora e manteve seu sucesso comercial, sendo responsável por mais de 9,5 milhões cópias vendidas e marcaria o nome da cantora como uma das mais bem sucedidas artistas femininas do Canadá e um grande ícone pop adolescente dos anos 2000 e que viria a ter uma mudança significativa em sonoridade e personalidade depois desse trabalho, se assumindo de vez como artista pop e deixando o seu marcante lado rebelde de lado.    … Expand
  5. NormanG.
    Oct 26, 2007
    10
    Personally I think this is her best debut album B/c it contains varios kinds of songs and its deep.
  6. TJHattori
    Jun 3, 2004
    10
    AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  7. DelegateofHell
    Oct 4, 2005
    10
    Avril Lavigne has a gift to write deep and emotional lyrics which you don't find around. Under My Skin is truely a wondeful CD which has helped her in escaping the Pop Punk label she got after Let Go . The music she produces never overcomes the power of her voice. Though her style is Pop like with less shouts and more words, she has found a place among the top rocking girls of all Avril Lavigne has a gift to write deep and emotional lyrics which you don't find around. Under My Skin is truely a wondeful CD which has helped her in escaping the Pop Punk label she got after Let Go . The music she produces never overcomes the power of her voice. Though her style is Pop like with less shouts and more words, she has found a place among the top rocking girls of all time. I like her because she knows that success can be achieved by clear image rather then sex-bomb style which is the main thing we find in todays Female Singers like Britney and Christina,… Expand
  8. RandyB
    Apr 2, 2005
    8
    Not exactly the best cd I think she is capable of, and of course there are so many Na-nas that I wonder if she just ran out of things to say. But it completely trumps 'Let Go', which listening to it now is rather bland. I like the direction that Avril took with this, and for those who would say she turned depressed, well, people go through shit. It would be BORING to have Not exactly the best cd I think she is capable of, and of course there are so many Na-nas that I wonder if she just ran out of things to say. But it completely trumps 'Let Go', which listening to it now is rather bland. I like the direction that Avril took with this, and for those who would say she turned depressed, well, people go through shit. It would be BORING to have someone's writing be so perky all the time. 'under my skin' does have its flaws, but there are not enough of them to discredit its artist's powerhouse vocals and greatly improved sound.… Expand
  9. michaeld
    Jul 12, 2004
    10
    I am from the bahamas for a rock albulm to catch my attention it`s hot i love all the songs my wife and my babby in the womb, Avril is the fun in the sun for us
  10. raVen
    Feb 15, 2005
    8
    (7.5) So she's no Bronte sister. Anyone remember the last decade, when our pop teens were serving up cheese like "Mmmbop" and "Baby, One More Time?" Sure, the album has a ton of yeah yeahs and na-nas and oh ohs. (She even spells them all out in the liner notes for those who feel like singing along). And maybe sometimes it seems like it makes use of the same fifteen-or-so lyrics, and (7.5) So she's no Bronte sister. Anyone remember the last decade, when our pop teens were serving up cheese like "Mmmbop" and "Baby, One More Time?" Sure, the album has a ton of yeah yeahs and na-nas and oh ohs. (She even spells them all out in the liner notes for those who feel like singing along). And maybe sometimes it seems like it makes use of the same fifteen-or-so lyrics, and just resequences them for each song. Admittedly, this is a problem when she doesn't have a Grade-A melody. But on songs like "My Happy Ending" and "Nobody's Home," you simply don't CARE that the words are a little thin because her voice sounds so damn good singing them. The latter, in fact, is one of her two or three best period - that's including all those hooks from "Let Go." Her sound is quite addictive, and her voice holds and never loses your attention. But I hope for her next release she sheds some of the schoolgirl cliches. She has scratched out her very own niche, and it's up to her to fill it with a poetry deserving of her killer presentation.… Expand
  11. MaryA
    Jan 10, 2007
    9
    Just listen to it!
  12. EdwardH
    May 8, 2007
    10
    This is a very deep album from Avril Lavigne and I like it. It proves she kan kick ass bein' deep and still be fun at tha same time. She has reel emotion on this album. Unlike sum other BS won't mention. She is a reel singer with a big heart 2 match. Luv ya Av, keep on droppin' those hitz!
  13. kammieA
    Oct 21, 2004
    10
    Avril Lavigne was never really my favorite singer, a few years ago I liked some of her songs but didn't like the image she put out for people. But as soon as i heard "Don't tell me" on the radio, I knew I had to buy this album because of the way the song sounded. I thought it was very unique and I had a feeling that I would feel the same about the whole CD. I usually get sick of Avril Lavigne was never really my favorite singer, a few years ago I liked some of her songs but didn't like the image she put out for people. But as soon as i heard "Don't tell me" on the radio, I knew I had to buy this album because of the way the song sounded. I thought it was very unique and I had a feeling that I would feel the same about the whole CD. I usually get sick of CD's after about a few weeks but I bought this cd 3 months ago and still put it on repeat every single day. I think this album is excellent in every meaning of the term. Every song, even though the lyrics aren't the best, has it's own flavor and beat and melody and even though the themes aren't all great, everything flows very well. This album is 100 times better than "Let Go" because her first album was a debut and with her second album, she shined. I can relate with every song because each one has its own unique quality and pop- rock sound I can't get enough of. I've always been waiting for this type of CD and I cannot go one day without listening to it. Three and a half months and STILL my favorite album. EVERYONE who craves a pop-rock sound and who relates to music should get this album because I'm telling you, you won't be dissapointed. This is indeed my favorite album of all time and I have yet to see any artist taking her place as my favorite album. I usually get sick of a lot of songs on a CD but this one, I listen to every song on there and still don't get sick of any of them. As I said before, Avril was never really my favorite artist in terms of her singing but as soon as this album came out, I gave her way more respect as a singer and co-songwriter. This album has a better approach with people, teens in general, trying to cope with life and if Avril Lavigne wants to address those issues, then hell, if she can come out with an album like that again, I won't give a rats ass if shes singing about birds and trees. This album is excellent, a perfect ten and still stands as my all time favorite album … Expand
  14. LaurenceH
    May 24, 2004
    9
    Probably Avril's best piece of hard work. Yes, maybe some tracks fall flat like 'How does it feel'... Yes, some fall in a commercialism blow like 'He wasn't' but we sense there is effort, in tracks like 'My happy ending' and 'Nobody's home'. This isn't dissapointing AT ALL. Avril grown up very well, too. The guitar ISN'T Probably Avril's best piece of hard work. Yes, maybe some tracks fall flat like 'How does it feel'... Yes, some fall in a commercialism blow like 'He wasn't' but we sense there is effort, in tracks like 'My happy ending' and 'Nobody's home'. This isn't dissapointing AT ALL. Avril grown up very well, too. The guitar ISN'T spectacular, but, hey, wait 'til she's 21... BWAM! She'll blow up even stronger. This record rocks. … Expand
  15. DawnS
    May 30, 2004
    10
    this cd was awesome!! I cant believe it got a 58!!!
  16. LauraS
    May 30, 2004
    9
    This album really surprised me. She grew up in a very mature way, and the strongest cut is probably ''Together'', which was co-written with Chantal Kreviazuk, surprisingly. It's a little short, though.
  17. AngelaB
    Jun 6, 2004
    10
    This CD has a much more mature sound from the first one. I personally think it rocks.
  18. AlexM
    Jul 19, 2004
    8
    This album will probably suprise you if you are expecting the same sound from Avril as on "let go". "Under My Skin" has more of a pop sound with true rock at its core. "Under My Skin" is a very good album. There aren't many mistakes on this album, really only two. "Under My Skin" is a very good album. There are really only two mistakes in the album that keep it from being truly This album will probably suprise you if you are expecting the same sound from Avril as on "let go". "Under My Skin" has more of a pop sound with true rock at its core. "Under My Skin" is a very good album. There aren't many mistakes on this album, really only two. "Under My Skin" is a very good album. There are really only two mistakes in the album that keep it from being truly great. Avril lacks consistency in her lyrics from song to song. Most of the time her lyrics are very intriguing and fun to listen to, but then it is as if she runs out of creative ideas for the lyrics and produces lyrics that either don't make sense or ten to be pretty childish but the audience she is speaking to is teens so it is not that big of a problem. The other problem is that she doesn't have a variety of stories to tell which annoyed me a little after the fourth time through the album. Her problems are that of every girl, they are boy problems. Boy problems are talked about in most of the songs, but the way she shows us those problems is how she keeps you interested in each song and in my case liking every song on the album. Her first single "Don't Tell Me" is about the pressures of girls to "put out", which is an idea that has been adressed many times before, but the way Avril does it is very inspiring. She takes the guy in the song on with her tough lyrics, where she flat out tells him she will not "put out" and will kick his ass to make him never forget. The only problem with this song is that she has to put down "that other girl" to help make her point. Throughout the CD Avril hints at what I think she really wants to do, which is create some very powerful rock music and in the songs in which she tries it she does it beautifully. The song which you can really hear the rock influence is the best song on the CD which is called "forgotten" There are some very well placed violions towards the end of the song that give it an extra kick and little different feel than the rest of the album and really make the song ten times better. The rest of the album is very good too. Songs like "Take Me Away" and "Freak Out" just to name a few, are very hard, cool songs with intriguing lyrics and very good guitar play, that only showcase Avril's potential. This album is very good and as she matures she and her albums can and will only get better. "Under My Skin" is definitely worth a look if you are searching for something with a little pop sound with true rock at its core. … Expand
  19. bethd
    Aug 17, 2004
    10
    this album is wicked avril is a amazin singer keep it cummin avril
  20. bryana
    Aug 7, 2004
    10
    this is one of the best albums i have listened to, far more diverse and interesting than Let Go. her partnership with chantal allowed her to mix her guitar-led rhythms with piano, giving the album a more spicy theme. it's been two months since i bought the album and i still find it good. my favorite songs in the album are take me away, how does it feel, and fall to pieces. however, i this is one of the best albums i have listened to, far more diverse and interesting than Let Go. her partnership with chantal allowed her to mix her guitar-led rhythms with piano, giving the album a more spicy theme. it's been two months since i bought the album and i still find it good. my favorite songs in the album are take me away, how does it feel, and fall to pieces. however, i dont like forgotten. it reminds me of alanis morissette, especially the intro. it sounds like alanis' uninvited.. anyway, under my skin is still my favorite. a good album, avril!… Expand
  21. SamD
    Jul 1, 2006
    7
    I usually listen to music that's really complex and deep, so this is what i listen to when i just want relax with some pure punk pop.
  22. chrisn
    Aug 9, 2006
    10
    This album is one of the best in my collection, Avril Lavigne is ace!
  23. AndyH
    Apr 22, 2007
    10
    Great pop album with catchy hooks. Puts a smile on my face.
  24. janetm
    Oct 19, 2004
    10
    I got it for my 18th birthday, It is really more into dark and serious. I did go through stupid guys trying to get into your pants, charmers but in all it is a respectful cd. It is not over produced by the matrix, she wrote so much about everyones experiences, don't be jealous. I relate a lot to ''nobody's home'' it does come into great grips, I will also be I got it for my 18th birthday, It is really more into dark and serious. I did go through stupid guys trying to get into your pants, charmers but in all it is a respectful cd. It is not over produced by the matrix, she wrote so much about everyones experiences, don't be jealous. I relate a lot to ''nobody's home'' it does come into great grips, I will also be coming with an album, later cats.… Expand
  25. idontwanttosaysame
    Dec 23, 2004
    10
    oh my god this cd rocks i luv avril she rocks her songs r very deep keep on rocking babe
  26. James
    Jun 22, 2004
    8
    First of all, I have to say that I am not a teenager, but I do like this cd. I think the guy who wrote for the Guardian was a bit bias or have something against young artists of today like Avril who tries to be successful commercially, while still maintain a sense of artistic honesty and integrity. They are very good pop / rock songs with heartfelt lyrics, an adult can also relate in many First of all, I have to say that I am not a teenager, but I do like this cd. I think the guy who wrote for the Guardian was a bit bias or have something against young artists of today like Avril who tries to be successful commercially, while still maintain a sense of artistic honesty and integrity. They are very good pop / rock songs with heartfelt lyrics, an adult can also relate in many instances. When I hear the cd, I can tell that the songs are very well-crafted and Avril has really put her soul into her music; unlike the dead-pan manufactured songs by many of the younger artists these days like Britney and Christina. Both music and the music industry are evolving today, many younger artists are struggling to achieve success commercially, and still hoping to have their own voices and artistic merits heard. That's why I'm so glad to see artists like Avril and Nelly Furtado. They certainly wrote good pop songs that have individuality and I certainly enjoy them. … Expand
  27. kristyh
    Jun 22, 2004
    10
    Avril Lavigne's new album is so good. I've had it on repeat ever since I bought it. I've liked Avril since she first came out and as much as I liked her before, I have to say that she has definitely made a lot of improvement in her music. In Under My Skin, she had much more say in her songs, taking the lead role in the writing or co-writing with other people (including Avril Lavigne's new album is so good. I've had it on repeat ever since I bought it. I've liked Avril since she first came out and as much as I liked her before, I have to say that she has definitely made a lot of improvement in her music. In Under My Skin, she had much more say in her songs, taking the lead role in the writing or co-writing with other people (including Chantal Kreviazuk, Ben Moody, and her guitar player, Evan Taubenfeld, just to name a few). Every song on the album is personal to her and you can definitely hear the emotion in her voice. Her second CD is also more rock than her first. Probably the slowest song is "Slipped Away," which is about her grandfather passing away. My favorites are "Together," "Forgotten," and "Take Me Away." In these three you can really hear how her voice has matured and they are a little deeper than previous songs by Avril. Whether you are an Avril fan, don't know much about her, or even if you didn't particularly care for her in "Let Go," if you haven't checked this album out already, you definitely should.… Expand
  28. ad
    Jun 24, 2004
    10
    excellent what the hell do the ppl who gave it 0 know. i love it shes brilliant.
  29. BeckyR
    Aug 4, 2004
    10
    I thought her CD wuz the shi*. i really love her shes my roll model i luv her so much!!!!!!! her last CD i think wuz about a 9
  30. MarcA
    Nov 11, 2005
    10
    She is the best singer of this era and I am sure there is no one compete her lyrics and her style...............KEEP ROCKIN' GIRL
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Metascore
65

Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 14
  3. Negative: 1 out of 14
  1. PopMatters
    60
    A good, if slightly disappointing, follow-up.
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  2. AllMusic
    60
    Under My Skin is a bit awkward, sometimes sounding tentative and unsure, sometimes clicking and surging on Avril's attitude and ambition.
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  3. Rolling Stone
    70
    Both more satisfying and more formulaic.
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