Yours Truly
by Ariana Grande
  • Record Label: Island
  • Release Date: Sep 3, 2013
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8.2

Universal acclaim- based on 1334 Ratings

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  1. comissaotxxi
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    such a perfection. ariana has made an awesome job in yours truly, and a must listen is honeymoon avenue, one of my fav tracks from her ever
  2. rodolphoville
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    yours truly was certainly the best debut for a ex act and ariana proves she is a legend with this
  3. fabianoluissch
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    Totally the best debut album that we could have imagined. The way gets me so emotional right now due o Mac Millers incident and it makes this album more memorable than ever.
  4. dwariana
    Aug 23, 2019
    10
    best album of 2013, nothing left to say, this album is a masterpiece and ariana the best singer in the industry
  5. estcarreras
    Aug 23, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i love it. perfect. … Expand
  6. gobbek
    Aug 11, 2019
    7
    TOP: Honeymoon Avenue, Baby I, Tattooed Heart, Almost Is Never Enough, Daydreamin'.
  7. louis_
    Jun 16, 2019
    8
    "On her debut album, Ariana Grande already shows her affinity with R & B style and her vocal potential without retracting her sweet and sweet style"
  8. MaurcioArellano
    Jun 10, 2019
    7
    Para ser el album debut de Ariana Grande es un buen trabajo, claro se nota cierta inmadurez en algunas letras y muy poco trabajas pero tanto en ritmo y vocalmente el album destaca, incluyendo varias hermosas baladas pop.
  9. ginnhole
    Jun 5, 2019
    9
    Very catchy and funny. One of her best albums ever. I love the way she sings. There's just one song that I don't like: popular song. But, I love the rest.
  10. Tonipereira
    Jun 3, 2019
    9
    Um álbum muito bem construído, apesar da última faixa destoar de todo o conjunto da obra.
  11. becwisdom
    May 22, 2019
    10
    she has been destined for greatness since she joined nickelodeon and she has shown nothing but!! amazing album.
  12. ghostin
    Mar 12, 2019
    7
    lets do a track by track review!
    1 honeymoon avenue--one of my faves. maybe a bit too long but still perfect. 9,5/10
    2 baby i--dont get me false, i like it. but it didnt stuck in my head like other super songs did. 7/10 3 right there--nahh its okay. 6.5/10 4 tattooed heart--i mean it aint the best from yours truly but it sounds okay. 6/10 5 lovin it--cool produced, cool song, but    lets do a track by track review!
    1 honeymoon avenue--one of my faves. maybe a bit too long but still perfect. 9,5/10
    2 baby i--dont get me false, i like it. but it didnt stuck in my head like other super songs did. 7/10
    3 right there--nahh its okay. 6.5/10
    4 tattooed heart--i mean it aint the best from yours truly but it sounds okay. 6/10
    5 lovin it--cool produced, cool song, but there a few ones which are better. 8/10
    6 piano--i hate that the verse2 is the same as the first one. idk why. but its catchy. 7.5/10
    7 daydreamin--daydreamin! fave. i love it. 9/10
    8 the way--cool song, i like the spanglish edition. 8.5/10
    9 you'll never kno--its so sweet and catchy, i like it 8/10
    10 almost is never enough--a bit boring tbh 5/10
    11 popular song--i love it! yeah! 9/10
    12 better left unsaid--soo much potential but i think it misses that last chorus which is loud and catchy and symbolises the final of yours truly. love it tho. 8.5/10
    fave: 1, 7 (8, 9)
    Ø 7,7 -- solid debut album    … Expand
  13. natyvt
    Feb 10, 2019
    10
    Simplesmente uns dos álbuns queridinhos entre os fans da Ariana e a indústria da música, isso porque Grande colocou muito de si nesse álbum junto de vocais maravilhosos! Incrivelmente divino...
  14. anthonypaul
    Feb 9, 2019
    10
    Her debut album might be her best of work, yet. As she gave songs that gives us nostalgia. This album greatly showcases her talent in singing, and it's giving me the chills! Her powerful voice is one of the best in this generation. The mix between bubblegum pop and soulful ballad on her album is a perfect combination.
  15. jppb
    Feb 8, 2019
    10
    Amazing! One of the best debuts ever! The Way (yes I did it) Ariana leads us into this masterpiece is incredible, there is a "teen" vibe within all of the songs, making the album cohesive and fun. You will not get bored while listening to Yours Truly, because each one of the tracks brings its own message. Someone is definitely going to be crowned as a member of the pop royalty, right AG?
  16. tjose
    Jan 2, 2019
    8
    Her 2nd best album after Dangerous Woman of course. Honeymoon Avenue, Daydreamin’, and The Way are hands down the best songs. Her voice is amazing.
  17. gabrielcipriano
    Dec 21, 2018
    10
    Ariana has a spectacular debut. His voice and his production did not make an ejoativo pop that had much throughout the year released. Very well done!
  18. querinx
    Nov 15, 2018
    10
    ESSE ÁLBUM É ÍCONICO, UM DOS MELHORES DE 2013, ARIANA RAINHA, LINDA E ICONE
  19. IconicVocals
    Sep 1, 2018
    10
    Yours Truly is simply amazing. Ariana's incredible vocals capture you through every single song, hitting high notes with ease like Mariah Carey, and singing along to fun melodies and lyrics. The album has a lot of r&b and pop influences, which suit Ariana's soft voice amazingly. My favourite track on the album is the opener, Honeymoon Avenue, which is a song that tells the story of aYours Truly is simply amazing. Ariana's incredible vocals capture you through every single song, hitting high notes with ease like Mariah Carey, and singing along to fun melodies and lyrics. The album has a lot of r&b and pop influences, which suit Ariana's soft voice amazingly. My favourite track on the album is the opener, Honeymoon Avenue, which is a song that tells the story of a couple who's relationship turned sour after a while of being together. Ariana sings about how she wishes they could "go back to the way it was." Overall, the album is a masterpiece and I hope that as many people can listen to and enjoy it as much as I did.… Expand
  20. manningn15
    Aug 18, 2018
    10
    Ariana Grande's debut album is fantastic. The album has amazing songs and she has a spectacular voice. I loved her since she starred on Victorious. One of my very favorite debut albums. I loved the songs Piano, Baby I, The Way, Tattooed Heart, Almost is Never Enough.
  21. ferzgrande
    Aug 17, 2018
    10
    A special album that's is so gorgeous and amazing! She is just doing amazing, her voice is magnific and i just love her so **** much!
  22. andre_
    Aug 17, 2018
    10
    um dos melhores debuts que umx artista poderia ter, ariana nunca decepciona
  23. orlandoarceovaz
    Aug 16, 2018
    10
    The debut album of the incredibly promising pop Ariana Grande is one of the best female debut in history
  24. arianaminaj
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Stellar debut from a powerhouse vocalist. Iconic and launched an amazing career
  25. blazedftpharrel
    Aug 10, 2018
    10
    This is the absolute most amazing debut album EVER. She really proved everyone that she is an absolute great and talented and legendary pop star, and that she was here to stay for a long time. The retro R&B vibes blend perfectly with Ariana's golden voice. This is album proves that Ariana Grande is one of a kind.
  26. kev1609
    Jun 19, 2018
    10
    An excellent pop debut of the last years, without a doubt Ariana Grande is one of the most relevant pop stars to date, each song is very good.
  27. grotesquette
    May 22, 2018
    8
    Despite few tracks, overall this album feels too good and professional to be a debut. It showcases Ariana's talent in the most exquisite way and makes you enjoy & feel the throwback in every single track. It's cohesive, exciting, warming and professional. One of the best debut albums of this decade.
  28. javarela
    Apr 14, 2018
    10
    This album contains such well written songs like "Tattooed Heart," "Almost Is Never Enough," and "Better Left Unsaid." With cute bops like "Honeymoon Avenue," "Baby I," and "Lovin' It" to name a few. This album is definitely her best. She definitely knew her sound back then and went for it. She knew what she was doing in this album and did not mess around. The lyricism and musicality beatsThis album contains such well written songs like "Tattooed Heart," "Almost Is Never Enough," and "Better Left Unsaid." With cute bops like "Honeymoon Avenue," "Baby I," and "Lovin' It" to name a few. This album is definitely her best. She definitely knew her sound back then and went for it. She knew what she was doing in this album and did not mess around. The lyricism and musicality beats her other albums.… Expand
  29. dramaticdha
    Mar 27, 2018
    10
    Ariana Debuto con elegancia, sonidos de los 50's, algo muy delicado y llamativo, tal vez no muy comercial pero si emotivo
  30. IgorCryBaby
    Dec 24, 2017
    9
    Her debut and best album. Her vocals are incredible. The lyrics are good. I love it
  31. spongeswift
    Nov 21, 2017
    9
    Arinana's debut album was spectacular. You would think that a nick star that's still pretty young would push out disgusting garbage that you'll never want to listen to after the first listen but surprisingly this album was an instant classic. It didn't have amazing lyrics but the beats of the songs were irresistible and the production was better than any pop album this year.
  32. TheCriticReview
    Nov 17, 2017
    8
    Ariana Grande first debut is spectacular, a strong album with great songs and Ariana's powerful voice make this one of the best album I ever listen to this year so far.
  33. Tharcisio
    Oct 9, 2017
    9
    Ariana Grande soube entregar boa sonoridade das notas, batidas e melodias R&B que lembram super momentos desse estilo musical tão forte na indústria. Porém o álbum ainda tem algumas passagens que Ariana não soube colocar em harmonia em algumas músicas, mas o álbum é realmente incrível.
  34. FruitJuice
    Jul 18, 2017
    8
    great album............................................................................................................................................................
  35. ronalortiz
    Jul 1, 2017
    10
    ariana first album **** my favorite song is the ways or maybe daydreaming them songs are really goiooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooood omg damn damn danm damn damn daaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaamn i love it
  36. RK13
    Jun 6, 2017
    8
    This albums is so fun and spectacular. It is very rare to find a good debut album, however Miss Grande has shown that she is much more than being an actress with red hair on a Nickelodeon TV Show.
  37. iMoonlight
    Nov 18, 2016
    10
    This is one of the best albums that i heart, I rlly love this ♥ This is one of the best albums that i heart, I rlly love this ♥ This is one of the best albums that i heart, I rlly love this ♥ This is one of the best albums that i heart, I rlly love this ♥ This is one of the best albums that i heart, I rlly love this ♥ This is one of the best albums that i heart, I rlly love this ♥ This isThis is one of the best albums that i heart, I rlly love this ♥ This is one of the best albums that i heart, I rlly love this ♥ This is one of the best albums that i heart, I rlly love this ♥ This is one of the best albums that i heart, I rlly love this ♥ This is one of the best albums that i heart, I rlly love this ♥ This is one of the best albums that i heart, I rlly love this ♥ This is one of the best albums that i heart, I rlly love this ♥… Expand
  38. fabiangza
    Sep 18, 2016
    10
    Es tan dulce e inocente, pero a la vez tiene un estilo de chica independiente que hace estallar con cada hit. Ariana tiene una voz tan peculiar, y con este debut logra destacar entre las artistas jóvenes más prometedoras de la década.
  39. gabrielfobia
    Sep 10, 2016
    10
    Ah, what an espectacular debut. It's a mix of pop and R&B that perfectly combines with her strong voice. The songs are also emotional and catchy, making at first an unforgettable record.
  40. fernandalee
    Sep 9, 2016
    9
    *****New

    Honeymoon Avenue - 10
    Baby I - 9
    Right There - 9
    Tattooed Heart - 10
    Lovin' It - 7
    Piano - 8
    Daydreamin' - 9
    The Way - 10
    You'll Never Know - 10
    Almost Is Never Enough - 10
    Popular Song - 9
    Better Left Unsaid - 8

    Final Score - 9
  41. SLAYNGEL734
    Jul 26, 2016
    10
    This Album Is Amazing It Truly Deserves My Rating. The Album Blends R&B And Pop In An Amazing Way. In My Opinion This Album Definitely Stands Out From Her Other 2 Albums.
  42. lukeparkes26
    Jul 16, 2016
    9
    "Yours Truly" is a strong debut album from Ariana Grande. While I enjoyed the majority of the album, my personal favourites are "Baby I" (when she stumbles to put her love for a crush into words), "Tattooed Heart" (when she wants to be with a guy), and "Piano" (when she sings about wanting to make a song that makes people want to dance). However, the only song that doesn't work for me is"Yours Truly" is a strong debut album from Ariana Grande. While I enjoyed the majority of the album, my personal favourites are "Baby I" (when she stumbles to put her love for a crush into words), "Tattooed Heart" (when she wants to be with a guy), and "Piano" (when she sings about wanting to make a song that makes people want to dance). However, the only song that doesn't work for me is "Better Left Unsaid"; I appreciated the beginning, when it sounded like it was going to be a normal ballad, but then it turned into a dance track. Overall, "Yours Truly" is a wonderful album filled with R&B-fused potential hits.… Expand
  43. CriticMLT
    Jul 3, 2016
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i have to say that if you compare my everything and dangerous woman to this album you will see how much Ariana had grown. I have to admit that this album is my least favorite out of all her albums. The songs are ok and well written . I have to give it to her for those amazing vocals of hers. I am happy that she is growing into a huge artist and that her first album did quite well with the charts and also sales.
    My score:
    1. Honeymoon Avenue 7/10
    2. Baby I 7/10
    3. Right there ft Big Sean 8/10
    4. Tattooed heart 7/10
    5. Lovin' it 6/10
    6. Piano 8/10
    7. Daydreamin 7/10
    8. The way ft Mac miller 8/10
    9. You'll never know 7/10
    10. Almost is never enough ft Nathan Skyes 8/10
    11. Popular song (With Mika) 9/10
    12. Better left unsaid 7/10
    overall: 74    … Expand
  44. WesArmstrong
    May 29, 2016
    10
    Even though it's her debut album, Ariana Grande demonstrates a great professionalism in each song. In the course of the album, the listener feels more captivated and thrilled, sharing the same feelings of the author. Besides, you can feel a great nostalgia,
    due its influences of the 90 's. Featured songs: "Honeymoon Avenue", "Tattooed Heart", "Better Left Unsaid", "Daydreamin" and "The Way".
  45. moonlightjahe
    May 20, 2016
    10
    Perfection. That's the best best way to describe this album, almost iconic, this is her best work, and i'm to see she went to Hollywood Arts to the top of the charts.
  46. JuanPBarahona
    May 20, 2016
    10
    This album is really amazing and one of her best albums is the greatest artist, her vocals are just really amazing and is the biggest ex-act ever, Ariana is rising.
  47. TopReview
    May 19, 2016
    10
    Ariana Grande's debut album is simply amazing. This album showcases Grande's strong voice and contains "catchy" pop songs infused with RnB. The Way and Piano are two amazing "bops", while Tattooed Heart, Baby I, Almost Is Never Enough lets Grande boast her powerful voice.
  48. musicstan
    May 19, 2016
    10
    Ariana Grande is truly an amazing vocalist, and her debut album was just amazing. It deserves the acclaim it got and the success it had. My personal favorite is Honeymoon Avenue, and the smash hit The Way.
  49. truearianalove
    May 18, 2016
    10
    Perfect!! Love it! , ,
  50. andrezapaiva
    Mar 26, 2016
    10
    Melhor álbum da Ariana,a bicha lacra,a bicha fesha,vamos ver se com Dangerous Woman a viada vai superar o hinário que é o Yours Truly.
    ARIANA GRANDE EU ESCOLHI TE AMAR!
  51. Chovex
    Feb 16, 2016
    10
    Ariana Grande is the voice of her generation and has such great talent for music. Her voice other than her vocal range, is beautiful most of the time throughout the album and the rest of the time is showcasing in singing abilities. Her tone is lovely and her songs are very hearted with meaning but has a lot of energy in other tunes too. It's something I don't really find on mainstream doneAriana Grande is the voice of her generation and has such great talent for music. Her voice other than her vocal range, is beautiful most of the time throughout the album and the rest of the time is showcasing in singing abilities. Her tone is lovely and her songs are very hearted with meaning but has a lot of energy in other tunes too. It's something I don't really find on mainstream done with such grace and balance, I feel very pleased listening to her variety of songs. It seems like very few people reviewed Ariana Grande's first album here. The initial excitement for her release is still there, even after My Everything era had a smashing success, the critically acclaimed Yours Truly might be the beloved favorite for her fans. And it might be her favorite too, because she is very identified with it, she wishes she lived in Honeymoon Avenue and has tattoed hearts on her body. This was a #1 album as well but the overall opinion was that she was very underlooked. She is the opposite now, a superstar viewed and regarded to high standards when it comes to about anything measurable that indicates success. She is considered a hit maker now but essentially Ariana Grande always wanted to make an R&B album, this will always be the foundation of her career, which I hope is very long lived. When people doubt her future or recent material, they can always check out Yours Truly, I think she could make anyone appreciate it and see how Ariana has a great place in music. As we can see she can be a full pop star or a very gifted R&B singer, there is no way she doesn't continue growing as an artist. And we can't settle for Yours Truly to be her best album. More great music please, Ariana. Come on… Expand
  52. arianassexual
    Jan 7, 2016
    10
    PERFEITO SOCORRO QUE BÍBLIA MERECIA 100 ARIANA QUEEN OF POP PISOU HINARIO, BIBLIA TEEN, NÃO ESPERAVA MENOS DA ARIANA GRANDE. PERFEITO ALGUÉM DA 100 PRA ESSE ALBUM
  53. VictorFernande
    Dec 13, 2015
    10
    Ariana Grande first debut is spetacular, a strong album with great songs and Ariana's powerful voice make this one of the best album I ever listening this year so far.
  54. diegonelli
    Dec 6, 2015
    8
    I really love this album, I didn't think that a Nickelodeon actress could release an album with this quality. It's so sad that she changed her style and became comercial with ''My Everything''. Maybe she will change with Moonlight but I don't think so. Honeymoon Avenue is my favorite song of her..
  55. giorgoskkk
    Nov 22, 2015
    10
    Amazing. Excellent. Brilliant. Super. Appealing. Grammy-Worthy. Incredible Vocals. High Notes On Point. Other Artists Would Never. Queen of Pop. Queen of Vocals.
  56. herdeadpetz
    Oct 17, 2015
    10
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  57. bloomer5
    Oct 17, 2015
    7
    henny owes me $10.99 for the cost of the new wig I have to buy from the weave store after the snatchedT me bald yasss queen album of the month. I had to take a couple points off for thaT. Good album otherwise.
  58. BatataDopada
    Oct 11, 2015
    10
    É um álbum muito leve,e as músicas tem uma ótimo combinação e mostra muito bem as suas técnicas vocais..Ela deve continuar assim,é um álbum totalmente diferente das outras teens.
  59. sincestyles
    Oct 10, 2015
    10
    rainha pisou, melhor album da carreira, maior nota teen no metacritic, só resta aceitar né moresssssss rainha teen é assim mesmo, pisa maisssssss dona
  60. Mannhorse
    Sep 30, 2015
    7
    Spectacularly catchy songs are the content of Ariana's debut, and the production is also top-notch albeit sometimes a tad bit too sweet and sugary. Grande's vocals are great and elevates her horrible lyricism into a more listenable state.

    This album is worth a purchase if you don't mind Ariana's terrible lyricism.
  61. Luccas_Augusto
    Sep 18, 2015
    10
    amooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo demais!!!!!
  62. osnapitzalexx
    Sep 14, 2015
    10
    two words... **** great!! it's strong album with good songs and good vocals. she is the queen a goddess! i love her so much. i love that she is bringing r&b back.
  63. RespectTheMusic
    Sep 7, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A strong powerful very inspirational voice!!!With some Mariah Carey and Whitney Houston's influences but with her unique style too Ariana shows that she deserves our attention!!!… Expand
  64. luckythisway
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    Her vocals on this album are flawless. Also, the throwback but fresh and new style makes it so easy and relaxing to listen to. Tattooed Heart is one of her best songs ever, as well as Lovin It and You'll Never Know. A dazzling debut from a powerhouse vocalist.
  65. Evellyncatty
    Aug 22, 2015
    10
    Ariana Grande is a great singer and this album is very good, with wonderful sounds and trails are beautiful
    Yours Truly is a fully quality album.
    It is an album that I will never get tired of listening
  66. Ayron_xcx
    Jun 23, 2015
    9
    Amo esse album! Sdds,espero que seu próximo seja pelo menos parecido com esse

    Melhores música ''Honeymoon Avenue'' "Baby I'' ''Almost Is Never Enough'
  67. ElmerChelmo
    Feb 6, 2015
    10
    An extremely underrated album. It's throwback but the tunes are catchy enough to keep it relevant today. Some of my personal favorites are Honeymoon Avenue, Tattooed Heart, and You Will Never Know. The Way is radio friendly but also shows off Grande's immense vocal ability. One of the best albums of the decade to be quite honest.
  68. Grandestruidora
    Feb 4, 2015
    10
    This is the best album of her! My favorite of all out there! I can not believe her powerful voice, is perfect!

    This album means a lot to me, I don't know what to say, just feel. This album should be an inspiration to others, because they could never do anything like this. She's the best, I'm completely addicted to all the songs on this album, it really deserves all he could with the    This is the best album of her! My favorite of all out there! I can not believe her powerful voice, is perfect!

    This album means a lot to me, I don't know what to say, just feel. This album should be an inspiration to others, because they could never do anything like this.

    She's the best, I'm completely addicted to all the songs on this album, it really deserves all he could with the album!

    Best ones: Honeymoon Avenue, Tattooed Heart, Lovin 'It, The Way and Better Left Unsaid.    … Expand
  69. myeverything
    Jan 28, 2015
    10
    Ariana Grande's debut album is my favorite album of all-time and she's my favorite artist of all-time, she really know how to use her incredible soprano voice and make us feel comfortable with your vocals, i love this album so much and she is awesome!/ O álbum de estreia de Ariana Grande é o meu álbum favorito de todos os tempos, ela é minha artista favorita de todos os tempos, sabe comoAriana Grande's debut album is my favorite album of all-time and she's my favorite artist of all-time, she really know how to use her incredible soprano voice and make us feel comfortable with your vocals, i love this album so much and she is awesome!/ O álbum de estreia de Ariana Grande é o meu álbum favorito de todos os tempos, ela é minha artista favorita de todos os tempos, sabe como usar sua incrível voz soprano e fazer-nos sentir confortáveis com seus vocais, eu amo esse álbum e ela é ótima!… Expand
  70. MatthewDon2002
    Jan 25, 2015
    7
    Yours Truly is a pleasurable experience: like seeing someone you've known for years in the street, or going to a birthday party like the ones you had as a kid, but with the exclusion of your drunk aunty. However, after a few days, do you still fervently recall it? The party? The friend? Be honest; you wouldn't. That exactly sums up my feelings towards Yours Truly, a confident,Yours Truly is a pleasurable experience: like seeing someone you've known for years in the street, or going to a birthday party like the ones you had as a kid, but with the exclusion of your drunk aunty. However, after a few days, do you still fervently recall it? The party? The friend? Be honest; you wouldn't. That exactly sums up my feelings towards Yours Truly, a confident, well-produced throwback to 90's R&B with a little bit of doo-wop thrown into the mix for good measure. Whilst there's a few standout songs there (The Way, Baby I, Piano), the rest are agreeable, but nothing special, album fillers. However, there's an immense amount of heart and soul in there: the fact that Grande and her producers have been tweaking and singing and writing the songs as if their very lives depended on it is very prevalent. It left us expecting a great sophomore album. That didn't necessarily happen, the heart and soul replaced with a newly found corporate sheen and the R&B rhythms gone, and EDM beats instead sitting in its place. Ariana Grande has a fantastic voice, but both her first and second albums didn't reach their full potential. Here's hoping third time lucky, but now she's a stratospheric pop princess with worldwide hits like Problem or Break Free, corporate moguls who like to suck the life out of everything may prevail.… Expand
  71. Lukedvs
    Jan 22, 2015
    9
    我曾极度抗拒此专，甚至觉得它是中国QQ音乐式网红系少女专辑，但当我偶然的听到“Honeymoon Avenue”后就彻底改观了。
    从这里（The Way）到蜜月大道（Honeymoon Avenue）用复古的基石去堆积着Ariana的少女情怀。
    “Honeymoon Avenue”是整张专辑的中心，它就好像巧克力一样，在嘴里融化，一层一层的渗透进你的身子骨里，让你无法自拔。 “Daydreamin”则好像少女在耳边讲故事一样唯妙唯俏。 “Tattooed Heart”运用了doo-wop元素，一步步将你带到了1954。 对于一个新秀来说能做出这么富有复古性、创造性的专辑实在不易，扣一分的原因是因为专辑里收录了与英伦鬼才Mika合作的“Popular    我曾极度抗拒此专，甚至觉得它是中国QQ音乐式网红系少女专辑，但当我偶然的听到“Honeymoon Avenue”后就彻底改观了。
    从这里（The Way）到蜜月大道（Honeymoon Avenue）用复古的基石去堆积着Ariana的少女情怀。
    “Honeymoon Avenue”是整张专辑的中心，它就好像巧克力一样，在嘴里融化，一层一层的渗透进你的身子骨里，让你无法自拔。
    “Daydreamin”则好像少女在耳边讲故事一样唯妙唯俏。
    “Tattooed Heart”运用了doo-wop元素，一步步将你带到了1954。
    对于一个新秀来说能做出这么富有复古性、创造性的专辑实在不易，扣一分的原因是因为专辑里收录了与英伦鬼才Mika合作的“Popular Song”，据说收录这首只是公司为了推广两位旗下艺人所做出的商业行为，可是这一首歌不仅未能起到画龙点睛的作用，反而成了画蛇添足，不仅让《Your Truly》的整体性被破坏，还将整个专辑的level降低。
    当然，这依旧是一张好专辑，十分推荐你去听。    … Expand
  72. Aipom
    Dec 19, 2014
    10
    Este álbum debut de Ariana es sin dudas perfecto, un gran álbum con geniales canciones , entre ellas destaco ''The Way'' , ''Honeymoon Avenue'' , ''Daydreamin'' , ''Tattooed Heart'' , ''Piano'' , ''Baby I'' , ''Right There'' , ''Lovin It'' y la canción de MIKA ''Popular Song''. Perfecto.
  73. diofelicciano
    Dec 17, 2014
    7
    Ariana Grande's debut album is unexpectedly amazing. The 90's pop/R&B vibe on it with her angelical voice made this album a big standout. "Yours Truly" it's just like a Mariah Carey album when she used to made great albuns.
  74. NathanCabello
    Dec 16, 2014
    7
    I really can not decide if that me or My Everything is the best album of Ariana, her voice can make any music be good, its simplicity makes this album it more special. Certainly a great album
    Highlights: Tattooed Heart and Better Left Unsaid
    Lows: Almost I Never Enough and Daydreamin'
  75. LoveMeHarder
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    A spectacular debut by the young Nickelodeon star. People were really surprised by the vocals and content of the album. Haha at the people who thought Yours Truly was gonna be full of bubblegum pop and **** like other generic Disney / Nickelodeon stars. Her vocals are literally flawless, and the first three tracks are a great first impression. Tracks 11 and 12 (Popular Song and Better LeftA spectacular debut by the young Nickelodeon star. People were really surprised by the vocals and content of the album. Haha at the people who thought Yours Truly was gonna be full of bubblegum pop and **** like other generic Disney / Nickelodeon stars. Her vocals are literally flawless, and the first three tracks are a great first impression. Tracks 11 and 12 (Popular Song and Better Left Unsaid) seem a little out of place, but those minor missteps aside, this is one of the best debuts of 2013.… Expand
  76. VivienneEliza
    Oct 11, 2014
    10
    This album is flawless,this is my favorite album in 2013,Ariana showed the world that she is not that stupid little red hair by her amazing voice.This album brought R&B back ,even though this album flopped.But still an amazing album
  77. Adson
    Oct 7, 2014
    8
    After 1 F****** Year, I'm still in love with this album. The vocals and the instrumentals are incredible. I'll hope she does some day another album so great as this one.
  78. f3l1p3
    Sep 27, 2014
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Seu álbum debut é um R&B e pop viciantes. Soube fazer boas músicas, só não escolheu os melhores singles. Mas isso não tira a qualidade dessa obra-prima.… Expand
  79. Iasmin
    Sep 23, 2014
    8
    Um dos trabalhos mais bem realizados por uma artista teen. Algumas faixas realmente deixam a desejar em quesito sonoridade, mas nada de tão inusitado. Dei minha nota, de acordo com a percepção que tive ao avaliar sonoramente cada faixa do "Yours Truly" e sua parte lírica. Em seu total, é um bom álbum bom para o tipo de música que temos hoje no mercado de jovens cantores internacionais.
  80. jlenoconel
    Sep 14, 2014
    8
    This album was a decent debut for this girl. Shame her second album sucks donkey balls. She's succumbed to pressure to become like every other singer out there right now. Sad. I thought Yours Truly was a nice slice of R&B/pop though. Would recommend it.
  81. muny
    Aug 27, 2014
    10
    Um dos melhores álbuns de estreia que já ouvi vindo de uma artista tão jovem. Sem prometer, esse álbum cumpriu todas as expectativas, músicas como "Tattoed Heart", "Right There" e "Honeymoon Avenue" são especiais e fascinantes, dá vontade de ouvir cada vez mais. Espero que para os próximos trabalhos a Ariana mantenha essa sonoridade gostosa como a do Yours Truly e não caia muito noUm dos melhores álbuns de estreia que já ouvi vindo de uma artista tão jovem. Sem prometer, esse álbum cumpriu todas as expectativas, músicas como "Tattoed Heart", "Right There" e "Honeymoon Avenue" são especiais e fascinantes, dá vontade de ouvir cada vez mais. Espero que para os próximos trabalhos a Ariana mantenha essa sonoridade gostosa como a do Yours Truly e não caia muito no mainstream.… Expand
  82. halcyon7
    Aug 26, 2014
    7
    Glad she wasn't Miley Cyrus 2.0 with her debut album. It's like new Mariah Carey. Favorite songs: Tattooed Heart, Baby I, Almost Is Never Enought and Better Left Unsaid.
  83. linikedemarco
    Aug 23, 2014
    9
    Flawless, catchy beats set Ariana apart from all of her fellow similar-aged ex-teen competitors. Yours Truly comes together as we witness the rise of an A-class star.
  84. IvyCapettine
    Jul 11, 2014
    10
    Ariana knows how to use her powerful voice, beautiful songs with beautiful melodies and an impeccable arrangement, she kills all teens singers, including Demi Lovato.
  85. lkaliba
    Jun 27, 2014
    8
    An amazing R&B album and a great debut for Nickelodeon star Ariana Grande. This is an album that you will replay over and over again, until get you get tired of it of course.
  86. paulorvi
    May 8, 2014
    10
    Espetacular! Ariana Grande sem dúvidas é mais nova estrela da música da geração atual. Além de ter uma voz quase inacreditável para uma garota tão nova, suas músicas são muito radiofônicas e agradáveis. "Yours Truly" é um grande album alá Mariah Carey.
  87. Giovana
    Apr 24, 2014
    10
    Ariana Grande began his career now but anyone can not deny that she has the potential and talent to achieve a stable career, the songs from their first album has lyrics and sounds awesome and very well written, it is spectacular and essential to a young artist and if it continues reap good fruit in his career.
  88. philosophorse
    Apr 15, 2014
    7
    Ariana's irresistible and heavenly sweet voice makes you forget the songwriting's crap to the ears and brain. But only for awhile. Anyhow, it's hard to complain about Ariana, since this her debut. But who knows? Her potential is simply unmatched, and we need a producer and a songwriter to harvest and use that.
  89. Hypocritics
    Mar 19, 2014
    9
    Does she perhaps use a bit too much Mariah C. influence? Probably. Still, she certainly does it justice with strong vocal performance throughout the album. Beats and hooks are consistently catchy and ear-grabbing, as Ariana seems to have mastered the ability to create hits. The features don't detract from the album, and even provide a nice shift in tone. Honestly, I don't think sheDoes she perhaps use a bit too much Mariah C. influence? Probably. Still, she certainly does it justice with strong vocal performance throughout the album. Beats and hooks are consistently catchy and ear-grabbing, as Ariana seems to have mastered the ability to create hits. The features don't detract from the album, and even provide a nice shift in tone. Honestly, I don't think she could have done any better with the style she chose for this project. It still feels like bubblegum pop at times, but her skill makes even the cheapest subject matter fun to listen to. Definitely recommend dis.… Expand
  90. megavocalcritic
    Feb 22, 2014
    10
    All the songs in Ariana's album are great, filled with power and the whistles are fun to listen to. Overall, its a strong album. This is one of the best albums of the year.
  91. arvintaylor138
    Feb 18, 2014
    10
    Ariana Grande has a spectacular voice, which has a very high range (similar to Mariah Carey). All the songs are magical. Some are danceable while others are pleading ballads. Simply Amazing. This album is simply a gift, from Ariana truly.
  92. JMeta
    Feb 9, 2014
    10
    For years we have been tolerating debut albums with material lyrics, unoriginal music style and terrible live performances, and they become popular, then gradually forgotten. Pop songs are mostly just club-friendly with unchanging drums and similar lyrical content. These people are selling singles. No one cares about the quality of a whole album. With several pop songs reaching top of theFor years we have been tolerating debut albums with material lyrics, unoriginal music style and terrible live performances, and they become popular, then gradually forgotten. Pop songs are mostly just club-friendly with unchanging drums and similar lyrical content. These people are selling singles. No one cares about the quality of a whole album. With several pop songs reaching top of the charts, then you work is done. Congratulations to Rihanna and Katy Perry for that. When Mariah has number one hits in the 90's, at least Mariah has a golden voice and occasionally produced a great album like Daydream. It becomes rare to really enjoy a nice vocal performance from female artists these days.

    Finally we have Ariana to give us something fresh, classy and enjoyable. And the songs are memorable. The girls is selling an album, not singles. It is inevitable for people to compare Ariana to Mariah all the time. With the crazy vocals and Pop/R&B Diva-ish music style, Ariana is kind of what we all want as the new generation's Mariah Carey, without all the diva stuff. It will be interesting to see what Ariana Grande delivers us in the future. With the voice, the look and the heart she got, she'll go pretty far.    … Expand
  93. victorremanuel
    Jan 28, 2014
    9
    Ariana's debut album Yours Truly is truly impressive. From its incredible production to Ariana's strong vocals, this album is a winner. Personal favorite song: Honeymoon Avenue.
  94. caio398
    Jan 3, 2014
    10
    perfect,music trueeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
  95. mchlkirk77
    Dec 13, 2013
    10
    Yes, Ariana's cd deserves a 10, in my view, a soulful, fun, old school r&b cd, which is actually very rare to find in this day and age love to sing along to her songs, which are also beautifully composed the fact that she grew up ten miles away from where I was raised, in south Florida, is an added bonus, as well as the fact that she is a vegan and a dog lover love you, Ariana, and bestYes, Ariana's cd deserves a 10, in my view, a soulful, fun, old school r&b cd, which is actually very rare to find in this day and age love to sing along to her songs, which are also beautifully composed the fact that she grew up ten miles away from where I was raised, in south Florida, is an added bonus, as well as the fact that she is a vegan and a dog lover love you, Ariana, and best wishes for so much future success!… Expand
  96. IgorTheFirst1
    Dec 6, 2013
    10
    Good vocals, good production, good music. Ariana just teached disney-stars how to do a good album without looking immature. She is likely to have a big career.
  97. pericles
    Nov 27, 2013
    10
    Um dos melhores álbuns lançados em 2013, Ariana conhece o potencial vocal que tem e as músicas selecionadas para esse álbum exploram muito bem isso. Não por acaso, tem constantemente sido comparada a Mariah Carey.
  98. zeus07
    Nov 7, 2013
    8
    MC.. I do't find her like MC at all.. but she got a MCish vocal ability Popular stands out as a fun duet a pretty decent ,likable effort She could easily pull off We Belong together( teenage version)
  99. Ryanlap
    Nov 3, 2013
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Absolutely one of the best albums of the year. Yours truly for a first album is amazing. And by someone this young is impressive. What's amazing about this album is her voice. Ariana's voice is a gem to listen to and something you can't really find by singers these days. This is one of the best of the year because of that. Stand outs are the way, honeymoon avenue, and my favorite tattooed heart. The only reason why this Doesn't get the full ten is because only 2 songs popular song and you'll never know are the ones I don't like.… Expand
  100. ListenAll
    Oct 8, 2013
    9
    A little work of art from beginning to end, Ariana takes this opportunity to show her voice, letf aside in her cancelled Nick show "Victorious", what makes me think she should cancel her current Nick show before it damages her singing career. The song are, in the most, very well written, like "Honeymoon Avenue", "Baby I and are enyojable, but the album could have been more enjoyableA little work of art from beginning to end, Ariana takes this opportunity to show her voice, letf aside in her cancelled Nick show "Victorious", what makes me think she should cancel her current Nick show before it damages her singing career. The song are, in the most, very well written, like "Honeymoon Avenue", "Baby I and are enyojable, but the album could have been more enjoyable without Big Sean interrupting the sequence with his shouts. Leaving some rapping moments aside, "Yours Truly" is an efficient and successful adult contemporary work, that revitalizes American pop music, while other people are clearly trying to destroy it. My opinion is that Ariana should get a Grammy nomination this year, and I'm not a man who exaggerates things.… Expand
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  1. Absolute Punk (Staff reviews)
    Oct 9, 2013
    70
    Yours Truly is more tempered and less likely to put you in a beaming state of catatonia.
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  2. cokemachineglow
    Sep 25, 2013
    70
    A relatively safe debut where much of the takeaway is the salivating at Grande’s potential.
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  3. Pitchfork
    Sep 23, 2013
    65
    Yours Truly is a very safe record. Mostly written by two of R&B's most mawkish hawkers, Babyface and Harmony Samuels, it’s built on cliché and tradition, and written professionally to a fault.
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