Dancing with the Devil... The Art of Starting Over
by Demi Lovato
  • Record Label: Island
  • Release Date: Apr 2, 2021
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9.0

Universal acclaim- based on 3177 Ratings

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  1. rpmercer
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This album is so good from start to finish, I loved it. I will be listening to it constantly.
  2. Ed3392
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This is the best album from Demi. It takes you into the journey of her life!
  3. luka1128
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This is truly a masterpiece. So different yet so good. The album just flows. You can hear the difference between dwtd and taoso. Every song os amazing.
  4. Mkultra97
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Raw emotion and feeling. This album uncover how strong of a warrior demi is . Beautiful album and songs. Honestly 10/10. Bravo! Album of the year for sure
  5. erasmocarlos
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    demi lovato's seventh album that was expected for almost 4 years did not sin at all. the album starts at its lowest point with anyone and continues to tell the demi story over the past few years. with a mix of light, dancing songs, powerful ballads and songs that make you reflect on life, this is the best demi lovato album and certainly one of the best of the year so far.
  6. camillyvitwria
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    this is her best work. it's a combination of happy and deep songs that will catch you off guard and still make you dance to it. it's honestly amazing the way she turned her pain into art and the freedom this album exhales. i'm impressed.
  7. oiluan
    Apr 3, 2021
    10
    This is a masterpice, it’s demi’s best album ever. The way she takes contro of this journey that is this album, took us to her world and soul.
  8. omobolanle
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    The best body of work of Demi ever. Highly recommended. Every song is amazing
  9. carolnantet
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    ÁLBUM DA CARREIRA!!!!! perfeito, coerente e totalmente diferente de tudo que a demi já fez, valeu a pena toda a espera
  10. alexysw7
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    album of the year ! stop playing with my sister ! she DEVOURED and y'all know it. so proud of her :)
  11. lalifait
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. é uma álbum maravilhoso, a demi transformou a dor e o sofrimento dela em forma de arte e música, podemos ver o quanto ela trabalhou nesse álbum, os vocais traz uma sensação de paz e liberdade!… Expand
  12. Jhowlml20
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Ela fala com a sua alma, com seu coração, definitivamente não há uma musica ruim, assim se consolidando como voz da geração e uma compositora incrivel.
  13. rogesnow
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. She gives all her best and all her songs are honest and pure. I hope she wouldn't go back in addiction.… Expand
  14. mehaksidd009
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    its the masterpiece.. each song in this album is BOP every song has different rhythm and her voice is incredible.. this album gives don't forget, unbroken, here we go again vibes.. love it
  15. GuiSouza_
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Perfeito, um álbum que retrata o recomeço, uma nova vida. Demi Lovato se superou como artista e esse já é um dos melhores álbuns do ano, se não o melhor!!… Expand
  16. Brendovinicius
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Álbum MARAVILHOSO. Muito diferente do que Demi já fez. Surpreendeu todas as minhas expectativas para esse álbum.
  17. Imonpitch
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    BY FAR Demi’s best album! It is cohesive, her vocals are out of this world, and she bares her entire heart and soul with everything song. You will not regret listening!
  18. Delaine
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    O álbum é maravilhoso definitivamente o melhor da carreira !Demi Lovato trás melodias muito bem produzidas e com harmonia
  19. Jentara27
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    A masterpieceeeee. Different vibes that you can bop and cry. A roller coaster of emotions.
  20. Giovanna99
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Melhor álbum meu deus, a perfeição! Nada acima disso. Demetria você superou tudooo… Expand
  21. beufranco
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This is her best album yet, its pure pop perfection, not a single skip, it's my new favorite album
  22. Costajfabio
    Apr 3, 2021
    10
    Coesão, muita qualidade vocal e instrumental, vai do inferno ao paraíso. Tratando de estigmas sociais considerados tabu de forma nua e crua.
  23. megnat
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Such an amazing cohesive album. She really did tell her truth about her near death experience but added it with so much liveliness
  24. Ferlvto
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    It's like taking all of Demi Lovato's previous discography and putting it together in every song. Each song has a meaning, each song deserves attention. Demi's best work of her entire career.
  25. teddyvictor
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This album is by far her most honest and vulnerable album to date. The cohesiveness of this album is beyond comprehension and not to mention, Demi’s saccharine vocals. This should go down as one of the best albums ever released in history.
  26. Nak95
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Icônico, Memorável e Atemporal. Impecável como tudo que Demi se propoe a fazer na carreira.
  27. alexjiwon
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    her best album to date, such a vibe listening to all songs i recommended you all to listen to this masterpiece
  28. dienifr
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. best album of the year, incredible songs and a beautiful voice. Demi lovato is incredible.… Expand
  29. Sheshoart
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best album that Demi has made it. I feel so comfortable when I heart it. Congrats this is art.… Expand
  30. Wevertonbs
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Best album of his career, all the songs portray what Demi lived / lives without seeming forced and the sound is without a doubt much superior to the old albums. Note: The transition of the album with Intro was surprising, whoever expected another song with a sad tone was caught by the beat of The Art Of Starting Over. Album Highlights: Anyone, Dancing Wirh the Devil, The Art of StartingBest album of his career, all the songs portray what Demi lived / lives without seeming forced and the sound is without a doubt much superior to the old albums. Note: The transition of the album with Intro was surprising, whoever expected another song with a sad tone was caught by the beat of The Art Of Starting Over. Album Highlights: Anyone, Dancing Wirh the Devil, The Art of Starting Over, Mer him last Night, Carefully, California Sober and Easy.… Expand
  31. oPecosi
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Álbum da carreira. A forma como todo o álbum conta uma história, desde o início ao fim é maravilhosa. Ou ouvintes nem sentem que o álbum tem quase 1 hora de duração
  32. mercyondemi
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    The way she emancipated from her pain and exposed it through the music was magical. This is her best album to date.
  33. Newreader
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    A cohesive body of work. A new sound never heard from her before . Ethereal pop! ☁️
  34. thay_mello
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. INCRÍVEL. é a palavra que uso para definir este álbum.
    As letras, a profundidade e o conceito estão em primeiro plano. Essa mudança de comportamento da Demi, junto com sua maturidade trouxe uma pegada pro álbum bem diferente do que estávamos acostumados. Simplesmente, incrível.    … Expand
  35. Gabrielnascim1
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    It's one of the best albums and also the best-crafted album not because I'm a fan of Demi for saying that, but because this album has wonderful rhythms that make you fly and pretend you're dreaming even with the lyrics of the song that is very sad! Also this album is not just an album, demi lovato created a lifestyle that if you listen to this album your life will have meaning again and itIt's one of the best albums and also the best-crafted album not because I'm a fan of Demi for saying that, but because this album has wonderful rhythms that make you fly and pretend you're dreaming even with the lyrics of the song that is very sad! Also this album is not just an album, demi lovato created a lifestyle that if you listen to this album your life will have meaning again and it will heal where it hurts!… Expand
  36. ChristianGarch
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    I think this is far from her BOP era where the only thing she did was giving us pop, screams and melodic lyrics. Demi is now growing and learning how to express herself without any pretention. This album is fresh air to her career and i totally love how she embraces all the past traumas by turning them into really good songs not only a transient message. Definitely she doesn't have toI think this is far from her BOP era where the only thing she did was giving us pop, screams and melodic lyrics. Demi is now growing and learning how to express herself without any pretention. This album is fresh air to her career and i totally love how she embraces all the past traumas by turning them into really good songs not only a transient message. Definitely she doesn't have to scream anymore for us to listen what is happening to her, she has my total attention. Things being said, this album is far from perfect but...who wants perfection when you have truth?… Expand
  37. sthomas6499
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Her most cohesive and put together album. She turned a dark tragedy into a beautiful story
  38. Marly224
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    A different sound than her previous album but it's so good, my fav is the collab with Saweetie
  39. Mire1113
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Para mi es su mejor álbum, me encantó. No paro de escucharlo. Se merece todos los grammys… Expand
  40. julia1992s
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Esse álbum é a definição de talento, tudo está impecável. Ela deu o melhor dela, eu estou tão orgulhosa do meu bebê.
  41. juliettelar
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. bro i cannot believe how good this is. totally worth the 3 years of wait. idek how i will be able to appreciate another song since this cannot pis topped.… Expand
  42. tomzoldyck
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    The production is top tier and the lyrics were undoubtedly haunting. Lovato's voice was immensely powerful and better than before, touching our hearts once again.
  43. Cocoella
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This is so good! She has turned a broken heart into art. It’s amazing how far she has come.
  44. devonnewayz
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    everything about this album is special, its an ethereal dream-pop album like she said but with amazing story-telling lyrics. i am IN LOVE.
  45. skrtbunyx
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    It's her best album for sure doesn't have a bad song is just amazing i will never get tired of this masterpiece
  46. fabriciolopes
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    just the best album of her, this is incredible!! the perfect album of the year
  47. Gabizinha1
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Just the best album of all time, Demi did an amazing job with this masterpiece!!!
  48. DanielJDay
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Pop perfection, vocals on point, great production. Demi has tried new styles and directions to tell her truth with amazing collabs.
  49. dangson
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. THIS ALBUM IS A MASTERPIECE.
    UNIQUE, MAGICAL AND POWERFUL, DEMI REALLY DID RELEASED AOTY.
    CONGRATULATIONS DEMI!
    **** SELENATORS AND SWIFTIES     … Expand
  50. Benedward
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Fantastic, I loved every second of it. Totally different, new and beautiful. Bop central too.… Expand
  51. DayannyLins
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Está maravilhosa, sem falar que ela fez uma mistura dos estilos dos álbuns antigos. E trás muitas verdades nas músicas, tudo que ela passou durante anos. Está muito perfeito… Expand
  52. Felype23
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Demi Lovato lançou o melhor álbum que ela poderia ter lançado, ela transita em faixas que vão do Pop
  53. prabhash
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The manic pixie dream of an album is a masterful telling of stories by Lovato. The singer explores their truth teller status once again in this new age folky pop with vocals to back its validity unlike the regular artists today.… Expand
  54. Gongusa
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This a the best job of Demi Lovato in all her career. A masterpiece, proud of her !
  55. ethereal0
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Absolutely incredible, cohesive body of work, tells an emotional story beautifully. Demi takes listener on a journey through deeply personal lyrics and outstanding production. "Ethereal dream pop" - as Lovato describes the genre of an album perfectly sums it up.
  56. alanny
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    there so many things that I could say here, she is an true artist.
    this album is raw, beautiful and soulful. and this is demi lovato.
  57. xtiansifuentes
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great album, one of the best records that I've heard. All the lyrics make sense and I fell into the paradise listening this album… Expand
  58. Venainn
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Her most cohesive album to date. All the songs tell her story in the most beautiful way. Definitely her most personal album. I love this new sound from her.
  59. Belm
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It’s a honest view of her life today, very different sounds for her, very good… Expand
  60. luanavillarim
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    The most incredible project I’ve ever seen (album+music video+documentary). Definitely the album of the year
  61. Lordezinhx
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This álbum is amanzing, Demi TRANSCEDEU como artista.
    Conceito, COESÃO E ACLAMAÇÃO.
  62. Noemi007
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    simply perfect, a mixture of sounds that make me want to listen until my brain explodes
  63. eutodeboas
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Definitely the best album by pop star Demi Lovato. Owner of one of the best vocals of this last generation, Lovato gave us the most cohesive work of his entire career. With top-notto produced, heartfelt lyrics and powerful collaborations such as Met Him Last Night (with. Ariana Grande) and Easy (with. Noah Cyrus), 15 Minutes and Lonely People are certainly big highlights of the new album.Definitely the best album by pop star Demi Lovato. Owner of one of the best vocals of this last generation, Lovato gave us the most cohesive work of his entire career. With top-notto produced, heartfelt lyrics and powerful collaborations such as Met Him Last Night (with. Ariana Grande) and Easy (with. Noah Cyrus), 15 Minutes and Lonely People are certainly big highlights of the new album. Demi's beginning is experiencing her best artistic moment.… Expand
  64. TLowe98
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Not only her best album by far but possibly the best album released this year!!!
  65. darcyromao
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    the album is her best body of work! she just played with her voice, not trying to prove something (that everyone knows), but she just poured her heart and soul, without any restrictions! it's an album with 0 skips, and it deserves every praise in the world. the lyrics are so beautiful and all of them tell a story and are so cohesive, miss lovato did something here and everyone should be listening
  66. matiasmartinez
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    WORK OF ART. The cover, the title, the different sounds, the different lyrics, make it just PERFECT. She did not force her voice to those high notes, however, those low notes give you chills. Her voice in this album sounds different. The sounds are different. Her best album so far. It deserves recognition and awards. Applause for this masterpiece.
  67. luddper
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    The album is just perfect, thanks for that work of art Demi Lovato. The album is cohesive, full of emotion and freedom. I really loved it!
  68. adrianjuan
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    dancing with the devil...the art of starting over is so powerful and honest. THE BEST album of demi
  69. Eujonathan
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    I feel like this album is full of freedom, like a peace after the stom. I never heard something so special like that.
  70. oldmatheus
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    A masterpiece. This is so long the best album of Demi’s career. She’s being so insane and true inthe lyrics and I love that.
  71. anacquadros
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    this is so different than everything she's ever done, I'm so impressed and proud
  72. rllyanti
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This album is definitely her best and I wouldn't think she would top her last project "TMYLM" Proud of her and she deserves all the success ♥
  73. rafaelcosta
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Her best album yet!! Loved every track! You can really tell she took all the time she needed to make this whole masterpiece.. so proud of Demi!
  74. julucena
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    she delivered everything on this album! it’s amazing! demi lovato transcended as an artist.
  75. cecilialimac
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    it's her best album!! it's a storyline about everything she's been through for the last years. it's real, honest and deep. and her voice is better than ever !
  76. ascanio2021
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Perfectamente equilibrado. Sonidos innovadores convierten el viaje de Demi Lovato en toda una experiencia para el oído.
  77. dgmjnr
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Demi sounds AMAZING, UNEXPECTED and UNBELIEVABLE. This album is so so so good. Congrats, Demi!
  78. Migu36
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    O álbum é incrível, muita identidade, único e letras incríveis!! Melhor álbum do ano!
  79. eusamuelo
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Demi reivented her sound os this era and the dreamy pop is just a result of her colored life right now. love it!
  80. egomesemerson
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Esse é um dos melhores trabalhos da Demi. A cada um ela se supera, mas esse é espetacular! Cada canção te um ritmo e letra tocantes, que ficam na mente. Não senti o tempo passar de tão natural que o álbum soa.
  81. bshshshshsdh
    Apr 2, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. IT WAS SOOO GOOD omg the lyrics the versatility how she tried something different and it was so good. hearing her sing in her lower register and head voice!!!! she produced notes and tones selenators/swifties wish their fav could! and the features omg i’m mind blown.… Expand
  82. KatGuimaraes
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    I don't have enough words to describe this album. Demi Lovato and her crew made a great job; the vocal is powerful than ever, the melody is catchy, all of the songs are well written and produced - we can feel her honesty - and let's not forget all the concept with the photography. You might not like the genre, but cannot say this is a bad album, because it is not. DWTD: TAOSO is definitelyI don't have enough words to describe this album. Demi Lovato and her crew made a great job; the vocal is powerful than ever, the melody is catchy, all of the songs are well written and produced - we can feel her honesty - and let's not forget all the concept with the photography. You might not like the genre, but cannot say this is a bad album, because it is not. DWTD: TAOSO is definitely one of the best arts of this decade.… Expand
  83. marcusviniciu
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Demi new album, is our greatest album ever everything is so harmonic and amazing!
  84. andrepiu78
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Her voice is so angelic, the album is a mix of chill songs and hits. IMO her best album
  85. demiwillthrive
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Her best album yet! Love the new sound. Ethereal dreamy pop is the perfect way to describe it. Thanks so much Demi and everyone involved for your hard work!
  86. Brandonag
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Versatile and original , definitely different from her previous projects in a good way
  87. trainwrecke
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pop perfection! Best Demi album, so different from what she did on the past..… Expand
  88. FindDudu
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O álbum mais verdadeiro e concerto que eu já ouvi. Nele Demi começa falando sobre ninguém está ouvindo ela na faixa "Anyone" que ela lançou no palco da maior premiação de música do mundo, o Grammy e depois vai para uma das músicas mais tocantes que é a música título "Dancing With The Devil".… Expand
  89. mathezequielrvs
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Really this is a starting over in the career of Demi Lovato. She come here to show how she make music, and the powerful vocalist she are.
  90. Andress4
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is an amazing wonderful music album that tells a super true story couldn't be more perfect… Expand
  91. dudalimw
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    aoty aoty aoty aoty powerful
    great
    shiny
    everything good in this worldd
    everyone should listen to it
  92. betterlovato
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Melhor álbum da Demi em todos aspectos: letras, vocais, produção. Merece um Grammy e ponto final. Álbum da carreira
  93. JanieVa
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    this album is deep, personal and represents who she is today. she is a warrior and a survivor that has overcome so much in her young life. many summer bops, some songs are more heavy and personal but they all have an honest and pure feel to them.
  94. juliamendess
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This is just incredible, raw, honest and real. Demi is back stronger than ever
  95. thiagosqui
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Best album of her career!! Awesome!! I can’t stop listening! All the songs are so good!
  96. CaueMarcelino
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Demi Lovato is incredible, this album is incredible and necessary, just like her. Thanks, Demi, for share your truth with us.
  97. Anjick
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Best Lovato album so far. Very cohesive and great story telling. Melon Cake is unique and the collaborations were smooth and gorgeous in every way possible.
  98. NataliaPassos
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Demi's best album to date. Her voice sounds so clear, the lyrics are real and the story gets told in such a beautiful way. The whole experience of listening the entire album is mind blowing. Thanks Demi for this masterpiece.
  99. laulaulinda
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    PERFECT
    this is the best album of the year and i am not kidding
    demi lovato is the most amazing singer and i’m so happy with this
  100. rycksongreice
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Incredible album! I loved all the songs. The album has a unique sound, unlike anything that the demi did before. Congratulations!
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. AllMusic
    Apr 15, 2021
    60
    Lovato's frankness is disarming, forcing a listener to reckon with the depths of the singer's distinction, yet the album works best when it veers toward lighter territory, letting the slick R&B rhythms and sugared hooks carry Lovato's emoting.
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  2. PopMatters
    Apr 8, 2021
    80
    Dancing With the Devil… The Art of Starting Over is Demi Lovato like we have never heard before. She is sassy and carefree while serious about her identity and personhood in a way she has been itching to be for years.
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  3. Clash Music
    Apr 8, 2021
    80
    The opening three tracks are almost an EP in their own right, before a quick reset. Semi title track ‘The Art Of Starting Over’ begins anew, a straight forward bop that gets to the root of Demi’s recovery – her natural talent, her ear for pop magic, affording room for personal renewal.
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