You're Not Alone
by Andrew W.K.
  • Record Label: BEE & El
  • Release Date: Mar 2, 2018
User Score
8.1

Universal acclaim- based on 25 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 25
  3. Negative: 1 out of 25
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  1. ethday
    Mar 7, 2018
    10
    Absolutely joy-filled, buoyant, hopeful, epic - even Queen-like. This is the album equivalent of "with great power comes great responsibility". Songs that contain giant doses of rock and roll energy, but a spirit and message all about hope and love triumphing over death and despair. I simply love it. Songs that are almost punk-like in their simplicity, but surprisingly clever. As aAbsolutely joy-filled, buoyant, hopeful, epic - even Queen-like. This is the album equivalent of "with great power comes great responsibility". Songs that contain giant doses of rock and roll energy, but a spirit and message all about hope and love triumphing over death and despair. I simply love it. Songs that are almost punk-like in their simplicity, but surprisingly clever. As a songwriter my respect for AWK has really grown. His persona may seem at first like a one-dimensional party animal, but he's a clever, focused songwriter with a big voice and bigger sense of melody. And as someone who's struggled for decades with anxiety and depression, I recognize how vital his message is and that brings it all home for me. Party on my friends!… Expand
  2. keemt
    Apr 8, 2018
    10
    This is absolutely one of the best albums I have ever heard in my entire life. It is tightly produced, awesomely inspirational, and a triumph of music in the modern age.
  3. estuspete
    Mar 8, 2018
    9
    Sometimes it's hard to tell if Andrew W.K. is being sincere as his sounds and lyrics are so big and bold (and sometimes seem ridiculous)...the spoken word tracks say he is genuine...its refreshing and uplifting to hear the sincerity. And, the music is fun and rockin.
  4. WhiskeyStories
    Nov 27, 2018
    8
    One of my favourites of the year. "You're Not Alone" is a self-help album in the best possible way. Whenever I feel like I could use some motivation I put this album on. It'll lift your spirits, it'll get you pumped and it'll make you dance.
  5. jahjitsu
    Mar 9, 2018
    10
    A fantastical voyage of motivational mayhem. An all around wonderfully ear and spirit pleasuring album that instantly become a rock classic in my book. Powerful awesome epic fun happy sad dark light frightening and inspiring all at the same time. Andrew W.K. just created a mosh pit inducing masterpiece for the masses. Thank you for this great gift of music!
  6. sguy157
    Jul 26, 2019
    8
    A cross between arena rock and a motivational speech, You're Not Alone is filled with catchy songs and sheer positivity. I'll admit, this album didn't initially grab me. But after a few listens, I started to appreciate how well these songs are written. Some parts might seem a bit corny, but I would say that it is corny in a good way. I also really like the spoken interlude tracks, and likeA cross between arena rock and a motivational speech, You're Not Alone is filled with catchy songs and sheer positivity. I'll admit, this album didn't initially grab me. But after a few listens, I started to appreciate how well these songs are written. Some parts might seem a bit corny, but I would say that it is corny in a good way. I also really like the spoken interlude tracks, and like how they actually contribute to the album. Often, interlude tracks can feel like filler, but that's not the case here. There are a couple weaker moments here and there, but I am impressed by how consistent the album is. Some albums teeter off by the second half, but here the second half is just as strong as the first.

    By far my favorite part about this album is how uplifting it is. Andrew W.K. is just a beacon of good vibes, and putting this thing on never fails to put me in a better mood. I think that this positivity is important, especially nowadays. I feel that this album went a little underappreciated in 2018. If you're someone who listened to this once and didn't really enjoy it, I urge you to give it a second shot, because I feel that this is one of those albums that takes a little time to fully appreciate. It's fun, it's energetic, and filled to the brim with positivity. Don't be afraid of your demons - party with them!    … Expand

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Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. Punknews.org (Staff)
    Mar 22, 2018
    80
    There are so many bangers here you'll find yourself wasting an hour or so in the best way possible.
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  2. Pitchfork
    Mar 8, 2018
    66
    Being shouted at for 53 minutes to find some agency in the midst of chaos may not make for highly nuanced music, but it would be hard to argue that you couldn’t use it. This is kitchen-sink maximalism as refuge—just throw everything in there, there’s no time.
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  3. Classic Rock Magazine
    Mar 7, 2018
    90
    Thematically, if previous Andrew WK albums have felt like having entire kegs shotgunned in your face, this one is like being syphon-fed after-dinner brandies.
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