Dancing with the Devil... The Art of Starting Over
by Demi Lovato
  • Record Label: Island
  • Release Date: Apr 2, 2021
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  1. Jaylovatofan
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    Great album ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
  2. Ban123
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    Good job Demi lovato this album was so much feels in one disc ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
  3. ZinouAouidad
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    So beautifully made incredibly written No wrong nothing better than this
    The best work of 2021
  4. dante2404
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    I will never understand why this album didn't have more success. it's like the best cohesive album I have heard. it's a lyrical masterpiece. Carefully tho, my song
  5. joea91
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    Never forget that this was a masterpiece, every song in this album is a beautiful story
  6. Reizinhoedu
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    É incrível, este álbum é uma história libertadora de recomeço e de esperança com uma alma forte e poderosa, assim como Demi!
  7. Norawuie
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    They keep evolving as an artist this album was phenomenal. So honest and comforting
  8. Lipe_ao
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    Work of art!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  9. rosaliotapia
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    DEMI HAS OUTDONE THEMSELVES! I love their artistic growth! they deserve the world
  10. Spongussy
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    Such an honest and flawless record form Demi. She doesn’t hold back anything from her struggles and emotional journey in this music.
  11. graziguimas32
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    HER best album!!! DEMI LOVATO EU TÔ CHORANDO VOCÊ É A MELHOR, OBRIGADO POR TUDO, TE AMO.
  12. Anselmitchel
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    Simplesmente uma masterpiece, album e documentário forte e pesado sobre uma fase da sua vida. Eu amo como ela sempre consegue melhorar.
  13. itscodyjackson
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    Amazing album by Demi. The visuals itself make this album worth listening to because it really tells a story of how far they’ve come.
  14. vhazevedos
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    Carefully and Easy! MASTERPIECES!
    Demi tried something new here and it kinda paid off
  15. Jessicaantal13
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This is definitely album of the year so far! The range of topics she covers, the vocals, the vulnerability, the diverse production and sounds, the storytelling...incredible, her best album for sure.
  16. matheeuscv
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    a real masterpiece. even though is a long album, it doesn't lost power in any moment
  17. Yeinsyeist
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    100000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000/10
  18. drosielov
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    her BEST ALBUM. everything is so great the vocals, the lyrics, the melodies. I am proud that she is a true artist
  19. vinicialize
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is her best album! The tracklist is so incredible, the lyrics are so true and profound, the aesthetic is just perfect. I love her!… Expand
  20. javsiness
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    The midtempos allow Demi to show extraordinary vulnerability and showcase their voice in a different way than they used to. The sound of this album is refreshing and at the same time fragile, amazing.
  21. Maheep48
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    This album is very honest and Demi does a great job in sharing her life with her fans and whoever might lend an ear to listen to her stories.
  22. elladev
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    One of Demi's best albums, to this day I can't stop listening to it. My faves: "The Way You Don't Look At Me", "What Other People Say", "Lonely People" and "Good Place"
  23. SiahRey
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    The way demi can turn their traumas into such healing music will forever make me a fan!!
  24. Sofiahato
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    I really love this album!! The vocals are amazing and it feels fresh. Also the emotion and the vulnerability are unbelievable.
  25. Nananananan
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Así se ve un álbum que no tienen ningún "skip" amé cada canción. Gracias Demi por solo darnos joyitas… Expand
  26. adriannette
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    I can tell that this album was made with beautiful and inspiring tracks. From a trauma to recovery- a recovery that still on progress. Thank you Demi for this.
  27. evanshort86
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    So much raw honesty on the album and a refreshing since of calmness amongst Demi’s heavy hitting discography.
  28. mawg
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best bubblegum pop album of Demi Lovato. Very underrated! Definitely deserve a Grammy for Anyone.… Expand
  29. 7keywest
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    Best album of 2021 from start to finish there was no skip. A storytelling album.
  30. Gabrielblanco17
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    Un aire de renacimiento.
    Sin dudas Lovato encaja en cualquier estilo que decida cantar. 10/10
  31. Ceza10
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    demetria devonne lovato's best second album to date... it's literally a masterpiece
  32. chrisrostran
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    New sounds, it has a great feat that was not taken advantage of, the singles were not chosen properly but they know what they're doing, ig
  33. theyartie
    Aug 19, 2022
    10
    This album is delicious, Demi knew how to make another good album and delivered everything he promised, perfect.
  34. someonewhocares
    Aug 6, 2022
    8
    It's an album with mediocre pop production, but Demi shines on this album with her heartfelt lyrics and vocals, and the songs' abilities to relate to all women of her age and the things that they might go through; Good for you, Demi!
  35. jvaraujo
    Apr 19, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Esse álbum é uma obra prima apresentando incríveis vocais e sentimentos ao mundo da música. Parabéns Demi lovato ❤… Expand
  36. Brighamm
    Jan 25, 2022
    10
    One of the most incredible works Demi Lovato has done. It's a powerful master piece album mixing sounds that makes this album very special and unique.
  37. daviferreira
    Jan 4, 2022
    10
    Demi Lovato's shocking fights have become a witty and redeeming pop classic. Favorite song: Dancing With The Devil
  38. sergioisraelds
    Dec 28, 2021
    10
    One of the best albums of 2021.
    Vocals, lyrics, perfection, if this album were a grade It would be A+
  39. miguelccdias15
    Nov 27, 2021
    10
    this album incredible, great lyrics and production, and their amazing and poweful voice is everything.
  40. Luiz_ferrir4
    Nov 27, 2021
    10
    Demi Lovato foi muito perspicaz neste álbum, ele é profundo, sentimental é simplesmente perfeito!
    Demi se encontrou e agora está fazendo as coisas de sua maneira, eu amei a estética, as melodias o conceito
  41. collarfulls
    Nov 20, 2021
    0
    dancing with the devil... the art of starting over was the album I listened to the most this year. I still listen to a lot of it every day, it's such a good and complete album, demi lovato's best work so far. I'm proud to be a fan of someone as talented as demi is musically.
  42. Hi_How_RYah
    Nov 20, 2021
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Elaborately vivid memories to Demi. It was a great album, carefully put with the trope of the story, with brim of darkness at first, then clarity at the latter part. Love them, i felt pity.… Expand
  43. hieubqt1711
    Nov 13, 2021
    3
    This album is a little bit underwhelming and boring. The songs are incohesive also.
  44. TiagxPl
    Nov 4, 2021
    7
    I think its time to stop the hate to Demi Lovato, this album is one of the best and I recommend it.
  45. Segundoleo26
    Oct 24, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es más de lo mismo nada sorprendente parece que reciclo sonidos del 2016 para hacerlos parecer como nuevos ahora simplemente debería haber quedado por debajo de 60.… Expand
  46. Dsros96
    Oct 23, 2021
    10
    I can't believe Demi has outdid themself that much. DWTDTAOSO is a masterpiece, perfectly cohesive and every single they has dropped before the album sounds better as a part of this masterpiece. So far, the best album of the year.
  47. cinnamongirl97
    Oct 15, 2021
    8
    This is a great album, such a shame that it got overshadowed by a wrong rollout and Demi Lovato's tragic headlines. If I was Demi, I would have scrapped first three songs and changed the album title to "The Art of Starting Over", because we are tired of hearing same old ballads from her. That being said, the rest of the album is pretty good. This time around, we hear a different Demi.This is a great album, such a shame that it got overshadowed by a wrong rollout and Demi Lovato's tragic headlines. If I was Demi, I would have scrapped first three songs and changed the album title to "The Art of Starting Over", because we are tired of hearing same old ballads from her. That being said, the rest of the album is pretty good. This time around, we hear a different Demi. Beautiful lyrics, personal stories and much chilled vocals. I enjoyed most of the songs. I wish she chose the right singles and didn't f*cked up this era by giving embarassing speeches. Anyway, a great album.… Expand
  48. MetacriticOnur
    Sep 21, 2021
    8
    excellent
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    possessing outstanding quality or superior merit; remarkably good.
  49. Cooboo21
    Sep 12, 2021
    10
    Es un álbum para amarse a si mismo, buena musica, demuestra su talento vocal y ritmos. Mis favoritas son The Art Of Starting Over, Good Place, entre otras. Demuestra en pocos razgos lo que es amar, junto con más detalles fisoloficos de la identidad de genero.
  50. Didido09
    Sep 9, 2021
    8
    A voz dela é muito boa, é um ábum muito agradável. Eu sinto que algumas músicas são bem esquecíveis, mas no fim de tudo é um bom álbum
  51. huskywhite14
    Sep 4, 2021
    0
    The album seems very uninspired and follows common overused themes. Demi should find her own sound.
  52. traumaking4eva
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    This is literally THE BEST ALBUM OF THE YEAR!! Everything about it is perfect, from beginning to end. The world does not deserve this divine masterpiece.
  53. Baratha69
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. She's being honest and vulnerable and that's human feelings. This album is really telling the journey of Demi Lovato we are unaware of.… Expand
  54. Gianmxrcos
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    Best album ever that’s awesome and inspire me ♥️ Tiene excelente música algunas de relleno pero no me aburrí en ningún momento. Me encanta las canciones con emoción no que digan mmmmmm y vacíos. TODAS son canciones que llenan y tienen un mensaje
  55. spongki
    Jul 22, 2021
    3
    This album begins with the grating track "Anyone", which sets the tone for the rest of the album: if you don't like it, you're not going to like the rest of it either.
  56. mystified
    Jul 15, 2021
    6
    I think the album is way too long to be captivating enough, and some tracks are definitely beautiful like ICU or The Way You Don't Look At Me, Melon Cake has a beautiful story too... but most of the album is honestly fillers that her fans might enjoy, but I just didn't find very fun or attractive. The album is good at best, not better than Tell Me You Love Me.
  57. RaynerCS
    Jun 16, 2021
    6
    Melhores faixas:
    -The Art of Starting Over
    -The Way You Don't Look At Me
    -Met Him Last Night
  58. megdid
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    This is truly Demi Lovato’s best body of work. The fact that it comes from such a raw and genuine place makes it even better. This album truly is the unofficial soundtrack to Demi’s past, current and future life. The way they were able to turn all their traumas into triumphs is so admirable. I have been a fan of Demi’s since As the bell rings and every album of theirs has neverThis is truly Demi Lovato’s best body of work. The fact that it comes from such a raw and genuine place makes it even better. This album truly is the unofficial soundtrack to Demi’s past, current and future life. The way they were able to turn all their traumas into triumphs is so admirable. I have been a fan of Demi’s since As the bell rings and every album of theirs has never disappointed me. I can undoubtedly say this is Demi’s best album ever and also my favorite. I am so proud of Demi and look forward to their future getting even brighter. This album deserves ALL the Grammys and recognition. Demi, you poured your heart OUT!! I love you always, Demi.… Expand
  59. lifesupport
    Jun 1, 2021
    8
    A great album that shows the struggles demi faced! "The Kind of Lover I am" "Mad World" "Dancing with the Devil" all a bunch of beautiful songs. There were 2-3 skips for me but this album was an excellent body of work.
  60. 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
  61. Fuguhfthbgguuff
    May 20, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It´s not the Album of the Year, but is a good album, the lyric is beautiful and she could express her feelings in it. I can feel that fixed her heart wrinting and the songs are the freedom.… Expand
  62. yourturn
    May 9, 2021
    5
    This album is cohesive and brings a lot of raw emotion to the table, but have we ever heard anything different from Demi at this point? She's been putting out music about her struggles with mental health issues and substance abuse for so long now that everything this album embodies is just about as much as what we could've expected from her. And is that really a positive thing? It's notThis album is cohesive and brings a lot of raw emotion to the table, but have we ever heard anything different from Demi at this point? She's been putting out music about her struggles with mental health issues and substance abuse for so long now that everything this album embodies is just about as much as what we could've expected from her. And is that really a positive thing? It's not bad, but for having the vocal capacity she has there's so much more that she could be doing with it than just playing it safe yet again with broken-record tired themes.… Expand
  63. twittzendo
    May 7, 2021
    10
    This is Demi's best album since Confident. I can't explain how much I loved it. Thank you Demi Lovato for confiding us, through your songs, your art.
  64. COCCstan
    May 4, 2021
    0
    Muy malo, no merece tener un 9.3 de la audiencia siendo un album tan soso y pop basico y sin magia como este.
  65. guimatt
    May 1, 2021
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is such a powerful move with so powerful thematic it makes me feel bad that this kind didn't work. I feel like Demi could've delivered so much better songs to represent this new phase of her life, the collab with Ariana is def something completely out of hand, it feels like is there just for charts and doesn't match the rest of the songs. Yea, kinda disappointed with this one, but is not a bad album at all, just something that could've went better… Expand
  66. Meca18
    Apr 30, 2021
    9
    This album is one of Demi’s best. She gets real and sheds out nothing but raw honesty. Demi has been through a lot as a person and this album magnificently showcases how much she’s been through. The lyrics are well-executed and the production in this album is excellently done. But her vocals were the star of the show. They are better than ever in this project and are really worth listeningThis album is one of Demi’s best. She gets real and sheds out nothing but raw honesty. Demi has been through a lot as a person and this album magnificently showcases how much she’s been through. The lyrics are well-executed and the production in this album is excellently done. But her vocals were the star of the show. They are better than ever in this project and are really worth listening to. She also showcases her versatility in pop music. She doesn’t just do ballads. She gives some country, light trap, and soft rock anthems. The soft rock anthems are a little weak, but still an earworm. This is truly Demi at her peak and I highly recommend this pop/ballad masterpiece.… Expand
  67. chaman
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    Álbum incrível, vale muito a pena escutar, a Demi evoluiu demais do Tell Me You Love Me para esse
  68. francairo
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    the album of the year! what a perfect album with lyrics, vocals and sensational melodies. demi lovato a perfect artist who delivers quality in the form of music.
  69. DinahJane
    Apr 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. É simplesmente o melhor álbum de todos os tempos! Demi Lovato nos entregou mais uma vez um trabalho sem nenhum defeito.… Expand
  70. heatherfauth97
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    there’s no words to accurately describe this album...
    i’ll admit that i’m a lovatic, but i can say that this album is truly her best work of art (to date). i’m overwhelmed in the best possible way. if you thought what this album was gonna sound one way, you’re totally wrong. her growth really shines, she experimented with so many different sounds, but yet it has no skips and is just a pure    there’s no words to accurately describe this album...
    i’ll admit that i’m a lovatic, but i can say that this album is truly her best work of art (to date). i’m overwhelmed in the best possible way. if you thought what this album was gonna sound one way, you’re totally wrong. her growth really shines, she experimented with so many different sounds, but yet it has no skips and is just a pure masterpiece that EVERYONE needs to hear. she deserves a grammy for this album.    … Expand
  71. Panchogul
    Apr 19, 2021
    4
    Demi Lovato es una mujer muy talentosa, lastima que su escandalosa y ridícula forma de ser eclipse irremediablemente su carrera musical pesando mas sus quejas acerca de todo que sus discos.
  72. MusicloverDave
    Apr 18, 2021
    8
    It's a beautiful comeback. The fact that she is still alive is true miracle. My personal favorite is Easy featuring Noah Cyrus. That song deserves a grammy for sure. But if I'm really honest, I'd say the whole album does! The only reason it's only an 8 score for me, because there were songs that I I couldn't relate to, such as Carefully, 15 minutes or Butterfly. Overall I'm so proud ofIt's a beautiful comeback. The fact that she is still alive is true miracle. My personal favorite is Easy featuring Noah Cyrus. That song deserves a grammy for sure. But if I'm really honest, I'd say the whole album does! The only reason it's only an 8 score for me, because there were songs that I I couldn't relate to, such as Carefully, 15 minutes or Butterfly. Overall I'm so proud of Demi a, she did an amazing job… Expand
  73. Laura_K
    Apr 17, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is a very strong album. I think the first 3 songs of the album are incredible. They are standouts.
    Other standouts for me are Met Him Last Night, Easy, Carefully, Melon Cake, Lonely People, The Way You Don't Look At Me and The Art of Starting Over.
    The outro for The Kind of Lover I Am is weird, but kinda funny.

    None of the songs on the album are bad, but there are 3 that I'm not as in too.

    The only 3 songs I don't like all that much are
    California Sober - a good song, but the message makes me uncomfortable. It gives me an uneasy feeling and I don't want it to become her song that we look back on like Rehab is for Amy.
    Mad World - For a new album that took 4 years to come out, her including a cover song makes no sense. It's gorgeous, but I could have lived without it.
    Butterfly - The other songs have all grown on me, but this one has yet too. It's just not the most memorable. Maybe because it comes right after Mad World, I have trouble getting back in to the album after being distracted by a random cover.    … Expand
  74. brendasima
    Apr 16, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best album of all time, holds us from beginning to end! Demi was awesome!!!… Expand
  75. Lu4nzz
    Apr 14, 2021
    10
    It's a masterpiece! It's so personal and so brave! Demi really did a great job with this album.
  76. alilmonsterrr
    Apr 13, 2021
    10
    This album is one of the best by Demi and also this album is an emotional rollercoaster and it's a masterpiece.
  77. orbitseoul
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    her best body of work. lyrically,musically and production wise. showcases her growth and vocals well.
  78. Lifeiscurvy
    Apr 9, 2021
    0
    Great album. Hope she continues with quality music, and actually starts over and put her past behind her.
  79. flavialc
    Apr 11, 2021
    8
    i think she did a fine job here, it's her best work so far. my favorite songs are melon cake, met him last night and my girlfriends are my boyfriend. dancing with the devil is also very good.
  80. Paulombn
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This is the most personal album that I heard in my whole life! The way Demi tells us her story in 19 songs is pretty good! Amazing, perfect, personal, and everything more! This is Demi Lovato! This is talent!!!
  81. Aikamazing
    Apr 11, 2021
    10
    I believe this is the best album she has made! Its raw and real. Not everyone will be able to appreciate this album. I love Demi's honesty and how she owns her truth in this album, and I love that she is discovering new sounds. The album is lyrically and sonically impressive. A work of art indeed! I highly recommend it
  82. bruvernaschi
    Apr 10, 2021
    8
    I love Demi and this is her best work so far. Although i feel that all songs were kinda of the same and the pop was kinda of stagnant in time. She said that this album was different from the other but i feel like was the same vibe, the same melody from her older albums. Was good, but not mind blowing as i expected.
  83. xavieraugustine
    Apr 10, 2021
    1
    such a trash album positions is so much better. so boring redundant and basic.
  84. SusanaGR
    Apr 10, 2021
    10
    Best album, ever
  85. FlagLadino
    Apr 10, 2021
    10
    i love it, omg, i think its deserve aoty, this so personal and the same time to everyone, superaction and love, is it. Thank u demi to make this perfection
  86. b327
    Apr 9, 2021
    8
    Her best work to date. Her vocals are incredible and the concept of the album really touching. The “dancing with the evil” part of the album is amazing. The other part is ok, but way too long and it’s not sure if she really started over. Could’ve done better
  87. Rafaellovatic
    Apr 9, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Este album es de los mejores de su carrera es una joya tremendo arte que nos dió demi… Expand
  88. Ramsc58
    Apr 9, 2021
    10
    There is something about the album that feels fresh and original. Lyrically, the whole body of work i'ts very cohesive and touches very personal topics and issues that Lovato has struggled with through the last years. The production it's mesmerizing, on point.
  89. Korayma
    Apr 9, 2021
    9
    Demi es conocida por lo sincera que es con sus letras, en este álbum no sólo se superó como persona si no también como artista es un 9 para mí. No tiene ninguna canción mala y los featurings fueron bien elegidos.
  90. evermussi
    Apr 9, 2021
    1
    someone has to warn her that no one can take more overcoming songs. this album is boring and no one cares
  91. Sigrid2604
    Apr 9, 2021
    0
    Haré lo que hizo un lovatic con Taylor y Selena. Cito textual:
    Aburrido, aburrido, aburridoooo álbum feo para dormir señora, por que compraría este álbum tan aburrido y fome
  92. Edsaliinas
    Apr 9, 2021
    10
    This album is so personal and powefull and beautiful. She is a Queen! Voice of her generation.
  93. BrieLYNN
    Apr 9, 2021
    6
    I dont typically go out of my way to listen to Demi besides her radio bops. But when you are one of only a few people that has overdosed infront of the entire world and lived to see the other side, I knew I had to give this album a full listen with no distractions. The majority of the album is so moving and heartbreaking. I feel for this poor girl and what she's had to endure through theI dont typically go out of my way to listen to Demi besides her radio bops. But when you are one of only a few people that has overdosed infront of the entire world and lived to see the other side, I knew I had to give this album a full listen with no distractions. The majority of the album is so moving and heartbreaking. I feel for this poor girl and what she's had to endure through the media and her personal struggles. That being said, I gave it a 6 because while there are some ground breaking- raw honest songs...As a listener it feels very repetitive around track 6, which is early. I wish she would have mixed up the tracklist a little and taken us on more of a journey. The powerful songs would have hit harder with less fillers. Still some great work and makes me want to check out her past work that I haven't heard on the radio!… Expand
  94. RK13
    Apr 9, 2021
    10
    What does this album symbolise? Growth. The logo of a butterfly is fitting because it represents a metamorphosis. In a time where fellow ex-acts are producing lazy and non-memorable music (Positions and the Selena Gomez EP), the songwriting on this album is immaculate, it makes Demi one of the best songwriters of our time along with the likes of Taylor Swift, Lewis Capaldi to name a few.What does this album symbolise? Growth. The logo of a butterfly is fitting because it represents a metamorphosis. In a time where fellow ex-acts are producing lazy and non-memorable music (Positions and the Selena Gomez EP), the songwriting on this album is immaculate, it makes Demi one of the best songwriters of our time along with the likes of Taylor Swift, Lewis Capaldi to name a few. Moreover, Lovato's signature vocals continue to evoke humility and just a wave of emotion. This is an easy contender for AOTY 2022.… Expand
  95. kamilwithtea
    Apr 9, 2021
    8
    Very strong album, but I'm not really big fan of Demi's style. Song with Ariana (Met Him Last Night) is very good!
  96. TAYLENAA
    Apr 9, 2021
    0
    It was Nothing Like she would ever give us. IT WAS HORRID.I usually love Demi’s music but This Pushes me away from her.
  97. Oheyiiiii
    Apr 9, 2021
    10
    Best album of all time, i Love it. this is a masterpiece
    DEMI IS A VOICE OF GERATION
  98. larissa26
    Apr 9, 2021
    10
    An amazing album with very heavy and powerful lyrics... Demi Lovato is a warrior and i am so proud of her, it's beautiful when artists turn pain into art.
  99. lilianek
    Apr 9, 2021
    10
    this album is completely perfect, demi's best work so far!!! soo good!! pure masterpiece
  100. alextay
    Apr 9, 2021
    0
    It's boring never been a fan of her vocals she just scream at every song she make
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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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