Anti
by Rihanna
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7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2154 Ratings

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  1. lizardking420
    Feb 7, 2016
    10
    got.me auckedoff teice.alrewdy love the subliminal releases I see what theh did here. I dont listen to it which is the second brst part. I love gettjng suckdx off. its tbe best feeling besides sex.
  2. redjackb123
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    This is a amazing album, Rihanna really killed it on this one and is something really different from her and it's a good different. Rihanna should make a album like this again because it's one of the best albums of 2016
  3. Maicon
    Jan 29, 2016
    10
    ANTI is the best album released by Rihanna. Your evolution is incredible. 2016 is a historic year for your carrear. Congratulations for you and for your album, Rihanna. This is a masterpiece. Thank you for exist. Brazilian Navy loves you and we are waiting for ANTI World Tour here.
  4. jorgeluis
    Jan 29, 2016
    10
    Podemos chamar essa arte de obra prima. Uma artista que focava constantemente em singles no estilo bem EDM mudando para um album praticamente alternativo é o que chamamos de inovação. Impressionante os vocais.
  5. VitorCollins
    Jan 29, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Rihanna trabalhou bem nesse disco e conseguiu se sair muito bem, músicas muito bem elaboradas e conceituais, ela soube explorar muito bem suas idéias e criou letras magníficas e músicas que valem a pena escutar várias e várias vezes como Needed me, Higher, Close To You etc. Bem diferente de seus álbuns anteriores, com certeza o ANTI vai deixar seu legado com um de seus melhores álbuns… Expand
  6. Annafontes
    Jan 29, 2016
    10
    Muito bom vou dar nota 10 pois não posso dar nota 100000000000!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    Rihanna te amo
  7. badgaldoug
    Jan 29, 2016
    10
    Não sou nenhum critico "especializado", mais como o próprio álbum sugere.. ele é tudo aquilo que possa ser contraditório, algo diferente, nunca visto antes pela mesma.. Particularmente eu estou amando tudo até agora e sei que ela esta super feliz e confiante com seu novo trabalho... Continue assim minha RAINHA você sempre se arrisca e é isso que eu amo tanto em você!
  8. navyschino
    Jan 29, 2016
    10
    The album delves into various musical genres and brings an incredible sonic variety! Rihanna is rewriting the rules of pop music venturing into something totally new but great!
  9. LuuhDelirio
    Jan 29, 2016
    10
    Uma explosão de estilos e sentimentos resumidos na voz versátil e forte de Rihanna. É como se ela nadasse contra a maré, colocando pra vender uma formula nada popular em um momento em que a industria se resume em ex artistas teens.
  10. Wilbor
    Jan 29, 2016
    10
    ANTI veio para consagrar de vez a artista Rihanna, nesta obra prima feito definitivamente por ela, ela pode colocar todo seu sentimento, alma, voz etc! Esse é um novo marco para a musica pop.
  11. brunopinhero9
    Feb 6, 2016
    10
    como 1989 foi para taylor e emotion foi para carly ANTI e para rihanna o melhor álbum da rihanna ate em tão com um som diferente dos outros álbuns e melhor parte e que ela escreveu a maior parte das canções
  12. carlos_gore
    Aug 28, 2016
    10
    This is Rihanna´s best album to date. The way she sings is hypnotic in some songs, such as Love on the Brain or Higher. It makes her a different artist, she´s not looking for a commercial album, but a magnificent one. Its not album full of summer hits, its, like she said, full of musical pieces which she will be able to sing in the future and not be insecure about them. MASTERPIECE
  13. HenriqGiovanini
    Feb 1, 2016
    10
    ANTI superou as minhas expectativas! O álbum repleto de canções poderosas e cheias de alma, mostra uma Rihanna confiante e decidida. Seu trabalho junto com os principais produtores do seguimento deu uma boa medida da criatividade e da força que o pop negro tem hoje na grande briga pela atenção do público jovem do planeta.
    Desde que surgiu no cenário, uma década atrás, Rihanna não costuma    ANTI superou as minhas expectativas! O álbum repleto de canções poderosas e cheias de alma, mostra uma Rihanna confiante e decidida. Seu trabalho junto com os principais produtores do seguimento deu uma boa medida da criatividade e da força que o pop negro tem hoje na grande briga pela atenção do público jovem do planeta.
    Desde que surgiu no cenário, uma década atrás, Rihanna não costuma dar tiro n’água. E quando mais se esperava dela (seu último álbum, “Unapologetic”, é dos tempos ancestrais de 2012), a estrela pop de Barbados entrega um disco com tudo para movimentar 2016 meses a fio.    … Expand
  14. MusicQueen
    Feb 2, 2016
    10
    Great album, one of Rihanna's best work so far. Hopefully she will explore this new direction she's going and that she will carry on with her era. 10/10
  15. ArthurParker
    Feb 3, 2016
    10
    Wow. It's very... different. This album is... I can't believe I'm saying this, but it's amazing. There is consistency and coherence throughout the album. The production is good, if not great and she could do better with her voice, but she sounded good. This is quite a... a masterpiece! I give it a solid 10. It's a definite must-hear.
  16. Bertolini
    Feb 3, 2016
    10
    É fato ver a evolução do vocal da Rihanna neste novo álbum. Ela realmente deu conta de músicas que exigiam de sua voz. Não são músicas com refrões repetitivos, como ela costumava fazer. O ponto alto desse álbum são as faixas com ritmos mais lentos, como "Never Ending", "Kiss Is Better" e "Love On The Brain". A cantora usa todo seu potencial na faixa "Higher", uma das preferidas dos fãs, eÉ fato ver a evolução do vocal da Rihanna neste novo álbum. Ela realmente deu conta de músicas que exigiam de sua voz. Não são músicas com refrões repetitivos, como ela costumava fazer. O ponto alto desse álbum são as faixas com ritmos mais lentos, como "Never Ending", "Kiss Is Better" e "Love On The Brain". A cantora usa todo seu potencial na faixa "Higher", uma das preferidas dos fãs, e é onde podemos ver esse avanço vocal e instrumental em sua carreira. Rihanna está inovando seu próprio trabalho. Deixando a sua marca no ANTI, compondo todas as músicas do álbum.… Expand
  17. Shekyra
    Feb 5, 2016
    10
    Amazing album. Arguably one of Rihanna's most intrinsic bodies of work. The melodies are timeless and there are several highs and lows. With this album, Rihanna touches several genres of music and solidifies herself as one of the greatest in the industry today and aligns herself with the many legends of times past.
  18. lanadelfenty
    Feb 5, 2016
    10
    Rihanna has proved time and time again that she's a living legend and this album proves that once again. This album is personal, creative, innovative, original and amazing. Good job Rih!!
  19. Leonardoferraro
    Feb 6, 2016
    10
    Finalmente Rihanna tomou as rédias de sua carreira e deixou de ser uma cantora fabricada, com esse álbum vemos claramente isso acontecer, com lestras de sua própria autoria, um álbum repleto de musicas maravilhosas com elementos de R&B, Hip-Hop, Dubstep, Dancehall estilos favoritos da mesma. Como fã estou completamente orgulhoso com esse crescimento artístico e musical e espero que elaFinalmente Rihanna tomou as rédias de sua carreira e deixou de ser uma cantora fabricada, com esse álbum vemos claramente isso acontecer, com lestras de sua própria autoria, um álbum repleto de musicas maravilhosas com elementos de R&B, Hip-Hop, Dubstep, Dancehall estilos favoritos da mesma. Como fã estou completamente orgulhoso com esse crescimento artístico e musical e espero que ela faça uma incrível divulgação com clipes maravilhosos e perfomaces inesquecíveis com aquele rebolado que só ela sabe fazer… Expand
  20. fentyking
    Feb 8, 2016
    10
    This album is Rihanna appreciating art, caressing it by its perfect structure and resonance. She's come to a point where She is unstoppable as an artist because what really mattered was the music, and not the fame. From experimental tracks where She shows the change gone through ('Consideration', 'Desperado', 'Same Ol' Mistakes') to friendly sensual tracks that tingle up your spineThis album is Rihanna appreciating art, caressing it by its perfect structure and resonance. She's come to a point where She is unstoppable as an artist because what really mattered was the music, and not the fame. From experimental tracks where She shows the change gone through ('Consideration', 'Desperado', 'Same Ol' Mistakes') to friendly sensual tracks that tingle up your spine ('James Joint', 'Kiss It Better', 'Needed Me', 'Sex with Me') to songs that appeal to the general public which sparkle at what the bad gal Rihanna is ('Work', 'Pose') to really experimental and erotic songs + poetical ballads with chilling vocals ('Love on The Brain', 'Goodnight Gotham', 'Woo', 'Yeah, I Said It', 'Higher', 'Never Ending', 'Close To You'), Rihanna outdid Herself, showing pop singers how to transform into the epitome of an artist. Speechless at the fact that this album was worth the wait and more, the Caribbean Queen incorporates all of Her eras into every song to create 'ANTI', Her best album up-to-date. There is so much more left to say for this review, but better unsaid.… Expand
  21. luizfelipeluiz
    Feb 12, 2016
    9
    Desbravar a própria experimentação com uma sinceridade monstruosa. Rihanna conseguiu superar os trabalhos prévios com um álbum experimental com excelência.
  22. FTCYAN
    Feb 14, 2016
    10
    Best album of 2016!!!!!
    It's a brand new way to acting music like bad gal riri. For me it's so amazing since the voice is such a weapon for her!!! She killed it!!!

    Cut: Consideration, KIB, Higher, Never Ending, Close2U
  23. itsbrunos
    Feb 16, 2016
    8
    I would like to say that i love to listen to this album while i smoke weed but that woudn't be true. JK. I mean, this is one of the best albums of her, isn't 100% but still the best works of her. My favorite tracks are "Love On The Brain', Kiss It Better" ( that could be RiRi next single's.) and "Higher" (SHOULD BE MORE THAN 2MIN WE ALL AGREE WITH THAT". I like to shake my ass while II would like to say that i love to listen to this album while i smoke weed but that woudn't be true. JK. I mean, this is one of the best albums of her, isn't 100% but still the best works of her. My favorite tracks are "Love On The Brain', Kiss It Better" ( that could be RiRi next single's.) and "Higher" (SHOULD BE MORE THAN 2MIN WE ALL AGREE WITH THAT". I like to shake my ass while I listen to work. That's it… Expand
  24. itswesleysouza
    Feb 17, 2016
    10
    Com esse álbum Rihanna inovou sua carreira e a música da geração. Com faixas mais obscuras gerou muita controvérsia entre seu público. Os grandes destaques do álbum são Kiss It Better, Higuer, Needed Me, Love on the Brain e Sex with Me; todas as faixas com potenciais altíssimos. Rihanna se mostrou mais segura de si, deixando seu lado dançante para trás e expondo seus sentimentos em cadaCom esse álbum Rihanna inovou sua carreira e a música da geração. Com faixas mais obscuras gerou muita controvérsia entre seu público. Os grandes destaques do álbum são Kiss It Better, Higuer, Needed Me, Love on the Brain e Sex with Me; todas as faixas com potenciais altíssimos. Rihanna se mostrou mais segura de si, deixando seu lado dançante para trás e expondo seus sentimentos em cada segundo de seu álbum.… Expand
  25. FabricioS
    Feb 29, 2016
    10
    O segundo melhor dela na minha opinião. Coeso, despretensioso e original. Não é fácil de digerir, assim como o Rated R... Mas com o passar do tempo vai ficando cada vez mais claro que esses são as obras-primas da carreira.
  26. truthless
    Mar 1, 2016
    10
    ANTI is definitely a stand out in Rihanna's discography. Unlike her last albums, this is a whole body of work. Every song flows so well with each other. There is no single filler here. The album also could be seen as her most personal work yet, even exceeding Rated R. She contributed to every song which is a testament to her artistry. She also showcases vocals we've never witnessed before.ANTI is definitely a stand out in Rihanna's discography. Unlike her last albums, this is a whole body of work. Every song flows so well with each other. There is no single filler here. The album also could be seen as her most personal work yet, even exceeding Rated R. She contributed to every song which is a testament to her artistry. She also showcases vocals we've never witnessed before. She never sounded as good as on Love On The Brain. It also reminds of a more jazzy route which continues with Higher. A breathtaking emotional song. It shows her vulnerability and personality.

    Yet she still showcases her roots with Work featuring Drake. She doesn't neglet her past music and still does different music compared to the stale R&B/Hip Hop music the charts represent. Needed Me might not be the biggest change in her music, but it's such a good and catchy song. It also represents the theme of the album very well. Different sides of love in her personal live. Never Ending also represents that. A good ballad that talks about a new found love and the confusing feelings it comes with it.

    Rihanna doesn't fail to experiment either.
    Consideration showcases a new side to her craft. A production which is a standout on this album. SZA compliments the song very well too. Same Ol' Mistake took me by a huge surprise. Her covering a Tame Impala song might sound like rubbish, but she actually found herself in the song and for me she does the song justice. Worth the 6 minutes of listening sessions every time.

    This time the album isn't a singles collection. It it a definite body of music and Rihanna suceeded to create an album worthy to be called her best yet.    … Expand
  27. Navyneva
    Mar 1, 2016
    10
    Anti is Rihanna's best album. It's so perfect. We wait it for 3 years and worth it. This album is so amazing. Rihanna is the best. And Anti is perfect.
  28. KakaGValle
    Mar 2, 2016
    10
    Rihanna se superou,ela está de parabéns,o álbum é simplesmente incrível e diferente. Um dos melhores do ano e é o meu favorito,todas as canções são maravilhosas. A voz dela está perfeita em todas as faixas,inclusive as outras no deluxe,são tão verdadeiras e pessoais, como a RiRi evoluiu bastante,quer dizer evoluiu para melhor e estou orgulhosa dela!
  29. bryanmauj
    Mar 6, 2016
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love it ! I love Rihanna's new album , it's interesting and amazing!. I feel closer to her and i feel as if i knew her better, "Work" it's sticky. I LOVE IT!… Expand
  30. AlexHeyns
    Mar 9, 2016
    8
    After multiple delays and almost four years since her last full length LP, does ANTI deliver?

    After listening to this album from to start to finish it becomes quite clear that this is Rihanna's most mature, most sophisticated work to date. Gone are the high octane, dance-influenced beats and replaced with a more soulful production - a very welcome change. From a production point of    After multiple delays and almost four years since her last full length LP, does ANTI deliver?

    After listening to this album from to start to finish it becomes quite clear that this is Rihanna's most mature, most sophisticated work to date. Gone are the high octane, dance-influenced beats and replaced with a more soulful production - a very welcome change.

    From a production point of view the drum programming is top notch and the minimal production on this LP as a whole really provides a lot of breathing room for Rihanna's vocals to truly shine. The vocals are the star of the show here and that's where this album really hits the nail on the head.

    Tracks on the album follow a very similar style and rhythm, forming a very cohesive body of work, but even then the LP manages to offer enough variation to keep things interesting. For example a track like 'Kiss It Better' is the closest one would get to one of Rihanna's older pop efforts, while 'Never Ending' is a beautiful acoustic ballad - really showcasing her phenomenal vocal work.

    But just like most albums this one falls a bit flat at times. The lead single, 'Work' (a collaboration with Drake) is arguably one of the worst tracks on here purely because of it's chorus (if there even is one) lacking any real lyrical content or substance. The track "Woo" (composed alongside record producer, Travis Scott) includes a very repetitive guitar line and poorly composed beat which doesn't compliment Rihanna's vocals at all.

    Overall, this is one of her best efforts yet. This is the first time I could genuinely appreciate Rihanna as an album artist and not just as an artist built off of hit singles. Definitely a step in the right direction in terms of songwriting.

    Hands down her best vocal work to date and a very solid, well-produced album.

    Personal favourites from the LP: 'Kiss It Better', 'Desperado' and 'Same Ol' Mistakes'

    - Alex Heyns. Cape Town, South Africa.    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 31 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 31
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 31
  3. Negative: 0 out of 31
  1. Uncut
    Feb 29, 2016
    80
    One of the most coherent and surprising big-ticket pop albums in years. [Apr 2016, p.79]
  2. HipHopDX
    Feb 23, 2016
    72
    In many ways, ANTI is a step in the right direction for Rihanna, creatively.
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  3. Mojo
    Feb 22, 2016
    80
    It's confusing, with flaky endings and mood swings, and an utterly compelling mix of not caring at all and desperately caring. [Apr 2016, p.87]
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