Walls
by Louis Tomlinson
  • Record Label: Arista
  • Release Date: Jan 31, 2020
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8.9

Universal acclaim- based on 1475 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 39 out of 1475
  3. Negative: 134 out of 1475
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  1. larissajurca
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    Such an amazing album and beautifully written. Songs like defenceless and two of us show a lot of Louis' incredibly talented of songwriting that he previously has already showed. Instrumentals helped a lot to compose one of the best pop albums of the year. After seeing the critics i wondered if I listened to the right album, because the way tomlinson wrote those songs with such an explicitSuch an amazing album and beautifully written. Songs like defenceless and two of us show a lot of Louis' incredibly talented of songwriting that he previously has already showed. Instrumentals helped a lot to compose one of the best pop albums of the year. After seeing the critics i wondered if I listened to the right album, because the way tomlinson wrote those songs with such an explicit passion makes it a completely memorable album.… Expand
  2. danita13
    Sep 2, 2020
    10
    Hermoso album, canciones que reflejan emociones profundas y maduras, me encantan las letras y la producción. AMO
  3. liaprch
    Sep 7, 2020
    10
    It's one of the best albums I've ever heard. I love it. Louis put so many feelings in this album, it is so personal and that's why I love it so much. And it sounds amazing. It deserves better.
  4. bruvernaschi
    Nov 3, 2020
    10
    Louis is one of the best artists in my playlists. Love him since One Direction times and this album made me so nostalgic, his voice is do happy and singular so rock vibes.
  5. Ybag91
    Nov 6, 2020
    10
    Ele é tudo, melhores músicas, melhor voz, não há nada para dizer de Walls, a não ser qu dele é extraordinariamente incrível e que ele foi muito desvalorizado pelo público.
    Em contrapartida, quem realmente consegue enxergar o valor que ele tem na indústria musical, o ama demais e sabe o quão importante é, ter um álbum tão honesto e simples (de uma forma maravilhosa), mas que transborda    Ele é tudo, melhores músicas, melhor voz, não há nada para dizer de Walls, a não ser qu dele é extraordinariamente incrível e que ele foi muito desvalorizado pelo público.
    Em contrapartida, quem realmente consegue enxergar o valor que ele tem na indústria musical, o ama demais e sabe o quão importante é, ter um álbum tão honesto e simples (de uma forma maravilhosa), mas que transborda talento, tanto nas composições, quanto na voz perfeita do intérprete. WALLS é aquele dia favorito na semana, é aquele abraço cheio de saudade, é a vontade de viver em sua melhor forma, é a melhor fragrância de um perfume, é aquele sentimento que você guarda a tanto tempo e não ver a hora de botar para fora. É frágil e forte, é profundo e verdadeiro, é tudo e mais um pouco.
    Enfim, Louis Tomlinson criou um álbum perfeito e absolutamente sem defeitos. Aliás, estou ouvindo ele neste exato momento.    … Expand
  6. jKN
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    If I'm ever having a panic attack play track 5, Too Young. Preferably on headphones. His sultry voice WILL calm me down, I promise.
  7. louiscorpion
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    Louis is one of the most intelligent and talented songwriter in our generation, and Walls are a real artwork, with personal and sentimental lyrics about his life and career.
  8. jusouza28
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    louis gave his all in this work, his lyrics are sincere and touch his heart, the melody only adds to the lyrics and has enormous meaning
  9. lwtmanuella
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. loved this. these songs are so vibey and its so good to hear at every moment of the day.… Expand
  10. alinet91
    Dec 2, 2020
    10
    Favorite album of 2020. I just loved all the songs. The lyrics and melodies are perfect and I can't stop listening. Louis Tomlinson gave us an album full of feelings and sincerity, I can easily listen to this album for the rest of my life.
  11. merenven28
    Dec 3, 2020
    10
    That album is a banger if you didn't like it you're tasteless. I don't make the rules
  12. AnnitaBanannita
    Dec 9, 2020
    10
    thank you Louis, thank you for this album full of love and talent, I love every piece ❤️.
  13. joanaaaesteves1
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    The album is amazing. Louis is a really talented songwritter, all these lyrics are so relatable. All the songs are very enjoyable and makes me want to listen over and over again. An amazing debut album. His voice is so unique and beautiful. He may not be considered to have the best vocal range but still gives us some amazing harmonies and amazing songs.
  14. bealp
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    The thing about this album is the emotion that is so palpable and real. Furthermore, the music is so well-written with the right instrumental.
  15. biasramos
    Dec 14, 2020
    10
    Gostei muito do álbum em si, as músicas, apesar de muitas vezes misturarem muitos estilos, combinam entre si, formando um total bastante sólido. As letras promovem intensificação e muitas mensagens inspiradoras.
  16. brava91
    Dec 14, 2020
    10
    amazing lyrics amazing voice amazing sound i just love everything everyones should listen it
  17. loufairy
    Jan 1, 2021
    10
    honest, fresh, unique, new, smooth, vivid, effective and pure. love the unmatched techniques get used.
  18. flawschemistry
    Jan 16, 2021
    10
    New fan here. Just saw him on VH1 and trending on twitter a couple of times, enjoyed to see Louis works, I am unsettled about the critics reviews. This album it’s a masterpiece, well produced, very deep fully meaning lyrics, maybe he should practice his highnots technical skills a little bit more but I love the way he sings with passion and with very mature notes that fits harmonic theNew fan here. Just saw him on VH1 and trending on twitter a couple of times, enjoyed to see Louis works, I am unsettled about the critics reviews. This album it’s a masterpiece, well produced, very deep fully meaning lyrics, maybe he should practice his highnots technical skills a little bit more but I love the way he sings with passion and with very mature notes that fits harmonic the music and his style. May say Im so obsessed with this lad music and his soothing voice, really love the well done compositions and heartfelt lyrics. Love the indie vibes. Unfortunately an artist that don’t receive the recognition he deserves.… Expand
  19. anne_liriel
    Jan 17, 2021
    10
    one of the best albums I've ever heard in my life, intense and true compositions, it really touched my heart and my soul, I can't skip a song, it's impossible! if you are looking for songs that you feel the feeling in each phrase and beat, it is on the right album. Thank you Louis Tomlinson for this work of art.

    a masterpiece!
  20. Vioalexa
    Jan 22, 2021
    10
    Walls is an incredible album. The sound is amazing. He has such a unice voice. I love how many instruments were used in the making of the melody.
  21. lorenaprb
    Mar 1, 2021
    10
    Todas las canciones tienen un significado en especial, este álbum se merece más reconocimiento, Louis es un escritor y cantante muy talentoso que solo nos brinda arte a los louies.
  22. mtxp
    Mar 15, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Louis made an incredible album, great for a debut. The lyrics of the songs are incredible, with wonderful meanings.… Expand
  23. Rocio98
    Mar 19, 2021
    10
    Louis Tomlinson chooses to open his heart in this album, with every song telling a personal story and being almost chronological from start to finish, his voice stands out from the soft ballads and to the more indie rock kind of songs like Kill My Mind.
  24. Ximenaya
    Mar 20, 2021
    10
    I sincerely love this album, the lyrics of each of the songs really moved me because it always tries to convey to us the strength and courage that characterizes him, one of the reasons why Louis is my favorite artist, and his voice is magnificent.
  25. JanieVa
    Sep 7, 2021
    10
    Vulnerable, heartfelt & comforting is how I would summarize this album. It quickly became one of my favorite albums of all time! Can't wait to see where he goes for LT2
  26. frlsslovebot
    Apr 9, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Even though it’s not the best debut album in the world and I get people might not be surprised by it, I really am. Knowing him since early One Direction days made me realise how much he had grown. It’s incredible and I hope he continues finding his sound and his confort music!!… Expand
  27. MSCD
    May 17, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is maybe the greatest album on Earth, Louis Tomlinson really created a great album from the first track to the last
    In my opinion, the best track is the last one "Only The Brave" and if you wanna cry listen "Two Of Us". This album is a total masterpiece 10/10    … Expand
  28. Nicol0194
    May 23, 2021
    10
    Love the album. I like the way he conveys his feelings through the songs. I love Louis.
  29. belquu12
    May 21, 2021
    10
    god thats so good i have no words, my first time listen to and i just- he looks intelligent, the lyrics are.
  30. weedlinson
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    i love this! the lyrics are so good and the songs really makes you wanna listen all day. congrats louis!
  31. amxl28
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. wow this album is just as good as louis tomlinson’s ass aaaaaaajakskskskskskskskskskskso
    amaaaaaaaa    … Expand
  32. VictoriaLopes
    Aug 19, 2021
    10
    it's an album that conveys a lot of emotions to me, i love the track walls and the kill my mind vibe. Two of us is so raw and true, just sensational. dlibyh gives me a strong message of wanting to live, it's one of my favorites. all the other tracks are amazing, i would love only the brave to be longer but i think that makes it even more special!
  33. Fernanda89
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    An excellent debut album. Louis has demonstrated he is capable of writing great bangers and also beautifully lyrics that tell emotionally deep and personal stories. This Brit pop album is an embrace to the heart. 100% recommended.
  34. danahbw91
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    es un buen álbum! me encanta como Louis Tomlinson empieza a desenvolverse, pero aún hay una gran camino para que se descubra a sí mismo
  35. halosreputation
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Walls is a great example of Louis' talent outside of the group to write a catchy pop chorus, and shows great potential for the future.
  36. alicevitoria
    Sep 7, 2021
    9
    This is an amazing album, Louis put his heart on this. You can feel his love, care, vulnerability only by listening.
  37. Elinnn
    Oct 1, 2021
    10
    These days less and less artists would like to open up and reveal their ture feelings, for male singers especially. Instead just singing a pop song with those meaningless but easy-to-get-attention lyrics can be much simple to do. Nevertheless Lou sticks to his attitude and makes only the music he loves from the bottom of heart, which is why I think Walls is so unique. The album conveys aThese days less and less artists would like to open up and reveal their ture feelings, for male singers especially. Instead just singing a pop song with those meaningless but easy-to-get-attention lyrics can be much simple to do. Nevertheless Lou sticks to his attitude and makes only the music he loves from the bottom of heart, which is why I think Walls is so unique. The album conveys a complex of emotions and feelings. Personally, as I listen to it, I am 100% convinced that Louis turns his own memories into songs. And therefore the album has become a story only he is able to write. In a word, it's such an authentic and special album. I can't wait to see what will come next. Faith in the future!… Expand
  38. zmalikbff
    Oct 9, 2021
    10
    so **** good, this masterpiece NANANANANANANANANANANANANANNANANANANANANANANANANNAANANANANANANANANANNANANANANANANANANANANANANANANAN
  39. Akura-ou
    Feb 1, 2023
    7
    The project positively surprised me. I thought Lou would stay in the EDM genre, but it's good that he went in a completely different direction
  40. ymiletts
    Dec 8, 2021
    10
    the lyrics are a work of art, as is the album in general. It is so personal that I felt I was reading a life diary, I am in awe of the melodies and lyrics that this album contains. without a doubt it is one of the best of 2020
  41. Keki
    Feb 28, 2022
    10
    Really beautiful lyrics which hits home and matching vocals.
    The only song which I'm not a fan of is 'perfect now'
    Favourite songs are kill my mind, we made it, only the brave
    This is one of the first english albums that I've enjoyed . This actually encouraged me to explore more english pop music.
  42. itsbruna
    May 16, 2022
    10
    louis é de longe um dos melhores compositores que já e o álbum ao vivo ganha um novo brilho
  43. graciedreams
    May 20, 2022
    10
    it's just amazing how he puts all his heart into songs like Two of Us for his mom and Habit for his fans. He clearly conveys beautiful messages in his songs, for sure whoever identifies will know how to appreciate this beautiful album! The writing is mature and has references that only those who follow him closely understand, and it's something beautiful to see. Incredible!
  44. bruna789
    May 25, 2022
    10
    the album it’s incredible surprise me a lot i wasn’t prepare for this his voice is something from another world the lyric and the molody are amazing its not something to hit but something to feel
  45. LexaMacDaly
    Jul 17, 2022
    10
    This album is so beautiful. Louis’s writing skills are very well showcased and to officially have a full album with just his voice makes me so happy. This made me smile and it made me cry and I loved it!
  46. i3lawi1999
    Jul 24, 2022
    10
    One of the most underrated albums I have ever listened to. We made it is my favorite, I like only the brave and two of us too, and of course I’m not forgetting always you and fearless. And I can’t wait for Louis’ second album, because I know for sure it would be a mind-blowing.
  47. amantedhistoria
    Sep 16, 2022
    10
    Amei tanto, perfect now é a minha música favorita. Louca para o próximo álbum
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  1. Pitchfork
    Feb 5, 2020
    48
    Try as he may, Tomlinson has not quite progressed from featured voice to solo artist. For all the major changes in his life, his music seems to be stuck in place. You can take the boy out of the boyband, but not the boyband out of the boy.
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  2. Variety
    Jan 31, 2020
    55
    Solo debuts with this much expectation are incredible challenges. While “Walls” isn’t a craven ripoff or an attempt to recapture One Direction highs, it’s not yet clear exactly who Tomlinson is without them.
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  3. AllMusic
    Jan 30, 2020
    60
    Even if the songs on Walls aren't the most distinct or memorable, they come from a place of authenticity that's genuinely heartwarming and enjoyable. Like any other settled adult, he's perfectly content to stick to the reliable and Walls winds up being the most mature and natural of the ex-1D bunch.
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