• Record Label: Atlantic
  • Release Date: Apr 29, 2022
User Score
8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 242 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Negative: 25 out of 242
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  1. Apr 29, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece to my ears. Thank you, Kehlani! The depth of every song so personal and relatable. I can’t stop replaying the tender, loving rhythms of ‘Melt’ and the cool, breezy fluidity of ‘Altar’ to name a couple. Your growth as an artist is mesmerizing.
  2. Apr 30, 2022
    10
    The album is beautiful, each song shows Kehlani's growth and the production is amazing
  3. Apr 30, 2022
    7
    idk why she’s proud of a 9.7 user score based on 27 reviews so i’m going to help lower it. good album tho
  4. Apr 30, 2022
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Issa no for me . Everything is Mediocre and at one point it sounded like the same song playing over and over again. Expand
  5. May 2, 2022
    0
    This album is really nothing special. I'm so dissapointed, but actually maybe not..
  6. Apr 29, 2022
    7
    kehlani's vocals are more melodic, refined and cool than ever on this album, she reaches the apex of lyricism in this work, intimate and reflective, definitely one of her best projects so far
  7. Aug 22, 2022
    0
    dmei is better demi is better demi is better demi is better demi is better demi is better
  8. Apr 30, 2022
    10
    Such a beautiful album from start to finish. & that transition from ‘wish i never’ to ‘up at night’ is flawless.

    But like i said from start to finish. Seriously EVERY song is PERFECT.
  9. May 3, 2022
    10
    Amazing as per, a solid body of work and cohesive as hell, the whole album flows so well and you feel like your literally drifting off, aoty 2022 easily
  10. May 4, 2022
    10
    Kehlani never disappoint. from a dark sound of the ICONIC IWGUIW to finding the light in blue water road.
  11. Dec 14, 2022
    10
    This album is gorgeous. The writing, production and singing is all the way up there. I never expected to enjoy it as much as I did. I especially love the opening track, little story. Songs such as any given sunday, wish i never, up at night, altar and tangerine are really great. Not to forget the really introspective album closer wondering/wandering. Just a great blend of pop and R&B
  12. Apr 29, 2022
    9
    On her third full-length studio album, we meet a Kehlani at peace, soaked in the sunlight of their own well-being emotionally, sexually, mentally... and it shows. Throughout the album, the production is soft yet hits the right spot effortlessly with gorgeous vocals and moving lyrics. Arguably her best work thus far in their career, it's easy to imagine Kehlani's Blue Water Road making itsOn her third full-length studio album, we meet a Kehlani at peace, soaked in the sunlight of their own well-being emotionally, sexually, mentally... and it shows. Throughout the album, the production is soft yet hits the right spot effortlessly with gorgeous vocals and moving lyrics. Arguably her best work thus far in their career, it's easy to imagine Kehlani's Blue Water Road making its way on year-end lists, ever so gracefully. Expand
  13. Apr 29, 2022
    10
    By far my favorite album of the year. So much vulnerability and layers to each song. My favorites are definitely Little story and More than I should but there are absolutely no skips in this album.
  14. May 3, 2022
    10
    Kehlani’s best album to date. The song transitions and overall vibe are immaculate and I am excited to see what this new, happier era of Kehlani will bring. (Deluxe perhaps…)
  15. Apr 29, 2022
    10
    Kehlani continues to outdo themselves with every new release. Blue Water Road is one of the most beautiful projects from beginning to end. She has reached new heights lyrically, vocally and sonically. The production on this album left me speechless.
  16. Apr 29, 2022
    10
    Absolutely loved this masterpiece. Start to finish is so smooth. Every song has its own feel. 10/10
  17. Apr 29, 2022
    10
    Loved this album from start to finish. The evolution of Kehlani continues and is clear throughout Blue Water Road.
  18. Apr 29, 2022
    10
    Amazing! Sensitive, sweet, the best energy for your day. You can definetely tell how Kehlani put their soul in it
  19. Apr 29, 2022
    10
    The album shows her growth, how they is living their own life. All the songs perfectly match the title of the album 'blue water road'. The sound of orchestra was outstanding, and the storyline of the songs in the album was also perfect.
  20. Apr 29, 2022
    10
    divino magnífico só não é melhor que o último álbum dela mas ngm deu valor!
  21. Apr 30, 2022
    10
    The album is not what I expected... Its wayyyy better than what I expected! PS. melt is her best song to date!!❤️
  22. Apr 30, 2022
    10
    Literally album of the year the production is amazing and the vocals gave with wish I never being the banger hip hop/r&b hit and melt being the love song it’s just amazing I could never stop listening
  23. Apr 30, 2022
    10
    Incredible! This album really reflects her journey and path to enlightenment.
  24. Apr 30, 2022
    10
    simply perfect. Kehlani did it again. can't stop listening, every track is a new experience
  25. May 2, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I found this one of the best albums of 2022 kehlani always making the best R&B songs!! let's do more streaming on the album!! Expand
  26. Apr 30, 2022
    10
    From the hiphop undertones of everything to the sweet beats on wish i never Kehlani's growth transparency depth and vulnerability makes her the perfect candidate for Best album of the year. Give them the Grammy already !!!!
  27. Apr 30, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. a very great album. I’ve woke up yesterday, 5 AM to listen to this masterpiece. You can tell kehlani was at peace while writing this. While on my spiritual journey I’m currently streaming this album 24/7 very dope album !! Expand
  28. Apr 30, 2022
    10
    this album is refreshing as it steers away from any music Kehlani has put out in the past. It’s warm and radiates love.
  29. Apr 30, 2022
    10
    This album is simply one of the best albums I have ever heard in my life. You can hear the growth in Kehlani’s voice as they sing. I feel like I’m floating when I listen to their beautiful harmonies. Job well done!
  30. Apr 30, 2022
    10
    This album is good too to bottom it’s makes me feel happy excited and at peace.
Metascore
83

Universal acclaim - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
  1. May 12, 2022
    80
    The resulting Blue Water Road is undeniably lighter and less fraught than the singer's previous LP -- and not without grief and tension -- and also has a continuity justifying the decision to stay on a forward course.
  2. May 12, 2022
    76
    What emerges is something that treads into uncharted waters and even if it isn’t fully understood yet, it can at times be quite a spectacle.
  3. May 4, 2022
    79
    blue water road is Kehlani’s most mature album, as well as their most musically and thematically challenging.