Harry Styles
by Harry Styles
  • Record Label: Columbia
  • Release Date: May 12, 2017
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  1. Mehak
    May 13, 2017
    0
    what is this harry?? i expectted so much from 'the frontman of 1D'.Not even 1 song makes me feel like yeah i've heard something unique. All songs are mediocore.The music sounds familiar. He should make his own music and stop recreating the music that already exists.sorry harry this album failed to impress me
  2. emilyburberry
    May 13, 2017
    2
    I was very eager to get myself the self-titled 'Harry Styles' album after all the publicity he's been getting of late. It had many hurdles to get over in my book in terms of authenticity and creativeness.

    Although there are certain songs that I really liked such as 'Sign of The Times', it doesn't really get going from there. I found myself on many occasion wanting to skip to the next    I was very eager to get myself the self-titled 'Harry Styles' album after all the publicity he's been getting of late. It had many hurdles to get over in my book in terms of authenticity and creativeness.

    Although there are certain songs that I really liked such as 'Sign of The Times', it doesn't really get going from there. I found myself on many occasion wanting to skip to the next track. But every time I did, it felt like some of the songs never really got me in the mood to listen further than a few seconds.

    It was possibly because my high standards come from years of listening to the likes of Queen and Bowie. I may have been spoilt all those years ago.

    There is some work to do for Harry. I still feel some of his former band members of 1D are coming out with more original soundtracks. And the sound he has needs a little refinement. The plagiarism allegations don't help much either. Sweet Creature sounded oddly similar to The Beatles Blackbird. Another 'oddity' was when was that Sign of The Times almost sounded like David Bowie's Space Oddity. And lastly Ever Since New York sounded a lot like Badfinger's Baby Blue. This is in my opinion is something to be very wary of. I think that took me by surprise and really didn't help my opinion of the album.

    If Harry is to become the rockstar he wants to be, there is a lot he needs to do.    … Expand
  3. kata
    May 13, 2017
    2
    The songs continue to have the same form as the One Direction songs. The rhythms and lyrics are too basic, while the voice is very flat. I think it's an overrated album and that cataloging it in the rock range is too much, for me it's just another album more pop / rock
  4. beccavexed
    May 13, 2017
    4
    I took a listen to all the songs. They're either boring, or trying to copy someone else's sound. This is not worth the hype it was given, nor does it put him on the level of Prince or Bowie. This is nothing new, or even wanted by the general public.
  5. LuizC
    May 14, 2017
    0
    Como fã do rock clássico eu só posso sentir nojo desse garoto, quem ele pensa que é ? Plagiando várias lendas e sendo elogiado por isso ? A qualidade desse álbum é decadente, letras boas mas a sonoridade toda copiada isso é uma vergonha, pior álbum que eu ja escutei receba esse vermelho plagiador
  6. TheKritikonCo
    May 27, 2017
    6
    John - Don't get me wrong, this is not by any means a bad album, however it has a hell of a lot of faults. Way too much repetitiveness, lazy songwriting, and hardly any deviation from a slow to mid-tempo pattern let this record down. It's a consistently okay album. Carolina, Kiwi and Sign of the Times were highlights for me, but I won't be adding any of them to a playlist, purely becauseJohn - Don't get me wrong, this is not by any means a bad album, however it has a hell of a lot of faults. Way too much repetitiveness, lazy songwriting, and hardly any deviation from a slow to mid-tempo pattern let this record down. It's a consistently okay album. Carolina, Kiwi and Sign of the Times were highlights for me, but I won't be adding any of them to a playlist, purely because I'll end up skipping them. They are decent songs, yes, but far too forgettable, and at times just too repetitive to listen to in full. I think Harry has made a decent effort here for his debut, but it is lacking standout moments. The definition of solid but unremarkable.

    Tilly - I've never been a One Direction fan, much less a Harry Styles fan, but was eagerly awaiting his debut because I could see how much potential he had to be an excellent artist. I knew it was going to be a mixture of indie and indie rock given that he just has that kind of vibe to him but wondered just how successful he was going to be with his first attempt. I'm happy to say that the self titled album is mostly a success. A few of the tracks like Sweet Creature and Woman, were at times rather laughable - in fact during the latter, it sounded as if a Canadian goose has been let loose in the studio. However, From The Dining Table and Two Ghosts just prove that this guy has what it takes to be considered a serious, successful and genuinely talented singer. Overall Harry Styles' debut was emotional, flirtatious and certainly a good introduction to the real Harry. I eagerly await the follow up.    … Expand
  7. FruitJuice
    Jul 18, 2017
    5
    it was okay........................................................................................................................................................................
  8. sanasana
    May 13, 2017
    0
    Ever since all the 1D boys gone solo. I was very intrigued as to what this guy has to offer... Since he is the only one who is getting so much hyped up and given promotion. But sadly I have spent my money on a very generic and copycat cat album. I am extremely disappointed!!
  9. lanaws
    May 13, 2017
    0
    Grew up to David Bowie's , Queens , Prince and the Rolling Stones and I expected this to be a knock off version of the legendary 70's Classic Rock but I was surprised that Harry Styles didn't only go out of his way to release something that's not generic as a statement for his solo career but the album was actually amazing lyrical,production,vocals and instrumental wise and the cross overGrew up to David Bowie's , Queens , Prince and the Rolling Stones and I expected this to be a knock off version of the legendary 70's Classic Rock but I was surprised that Harry Styles didn't only go out of his way to release something that's not generic as a statement for his solo career but the album was actually amazing lyrical,production,vocals and instrumental wise and the cross over between the 70s and 2017 was just phenomenal. Boy really went go hard or go home! David Bowie would be proud!… Expand
  10. Gabriellamc
    May 13, 2017
    0
    Las definiciones de basura, se actualizaron con éxito. Harry no pasa de un chico superestimado, sin talento y sin voz! Una lástima que ese tipo esté avergonzado grandes nombres de la música, que ya se han ido.
  11. Edduardo20
    May 16, 2017
    3
    If I had known that each of the songs would sound exactly the same, as if they were bad discards of Kiss, I'd have stayed with Kiss's worst albums, at least those if not better than this.
    Just a good song to rescue, the rest sounds like Ed Sheeran songs that I discard and nobody wanted.
    P.T. The sophisticated sound of R & B, Soul and urban by Zayn is still much better.
  12. Sara222
    May 13, 2017
    0
    I really wanted to like harry's album i thought it was going to be different something special like they described it but its not my style and i like rock music
  13. samgimlison
    May 13, 2017
    0
    Harry Styles music is so bland and so much plagiarized from yonder days. There's Zero originality and uniqueness to this album. Massive disappointment
  14. aybe
    May 13, 2017
    0
    I honestly thought Harry's music was pretty boring which is a shame because I love Harry. Hopefully his next album it going to be better. Too robotic for me.
  15. ZJM_
    May 13, 2017
    0
    It seems like he listened to old music from all the legends and he tried to make an album out of what he heard. Feels more like a tribute album than something to show who he actually is as an artist. Very boring and faceless!
  16. Inactivestan
    May 13, 2017
    0
    Loved sott but the title is stolen from prince, and theres something about sweet creatures, harry was and is so overrated and he doesn't deserve that hype i think he flopped and thats a little bit shocking given the fact that media loves him.
  17. Aloca
    May 13, 2017
    0
    Without a doubt, the trash of the year. Haary is a joke. He has no talent, he has no voice and he does not know how to compose. I hope the other boys of one direction, show this talentless boy what quality music is
  18. sara11
    May 13, 2017
    0
    boring with nothing new to add , vacant with no personality , does not seem to have story , regurgitation of old rock music , if you want to listen to cheap recycled music , this is the albume for you otherwise its not recommended
  19. Amandal
    May 13, 2017
    0
    .Very bad, apparently many like to listen to garbage, everything seems the same, just keep and everything else is sound very identical.
    Actually I did not like it.
  20. Aishaaa
    May 17, 2017
    1
    A lot of it sounds the same it's honestly too overhyped I like women and two ghosts i am excited to see how the other 1d members debuts are gonna turn out
  21. RSFM
    Oct 24, 2017
    0
    I keep hearing this is a good album, but all I got from listening is that he's trying too hard, this is way over hyped. I wouldn't call it rock, it's just so bad.
  22. Ile
    May 13, 2017
    0
    I've been waiting for this album for a long time and I'm really disappointed. It's really boring and his voice is too much altered. He cant sing high notes yet he does. He should stop it. Ah this album should be called "plagiarism"
  23. sana-
    May 13, 2017
    3
    I was excepting more of harry, given the hype and the comparisons to Bowie, Prince, ... which now sound a bit pretentious. It is not a bad album per se, it is very well produced, but unoriginal and generic, and often boring. Most of the songs sound like something we already heard a million times before. His lyrics are poorly written, and often misogynistic.
  24. dan1929
    May 13, 2017
    0
    Estaba algo emocionado por escuchar su álbum ya que siempre fue uno de los que más me gustaba de 1d pero fue un decepción. Completamente una basura.
  25. dasada
    May 13, 2017
    2
    I listened to the whole album but was bored before the end of track one. Whoever said it sounds like Britpop b-sides was right. Nothing bad on here but nothing spine-tingling either. Sign of the Times was the lead for obvious reasons, it's the only song that feels like it goes anywhere.
  26. kris1990
    May 13, 2017
    2
    I expected better from 1D's designated front man. I didn't expect the 70's tribute band , but here we are. The album is self indulgent , repetitive and boring. The best song is Only Angel. The screeching is very offensive .
  27. babytats
    May 13, 2017
    0
    Dissapointed. Even though I like the Style he was going for his album was boring and didjt live up the hype. I've never been a 1D fan so this the first time I heard his voice and it's sounds average at best. Totally a waste of money
  28. marzenabak
    May 13, 2017
    0
    I was expecting something better after the hype he got. I am disappointed. His single was boring but I thought his album will be better. However, it was not the case. He tries to hard to be like Mick Jagger and it shows. I won't be listening to this again.
  29. Justin143
    May 13, 2017
    2
    This album is boring..genuinely i liked sign of the times and two ghosts and the rest is **** dunno how rollingstones praised so-much and created such a hype..it us definitely overrad.there is style only in his name not in his album neither in his fashion sense...i don't like overrated people..this album is boring people waste of money..
  30. ube1kenobi
    May 13, 2017
    2
    Listened to it a few times and was disappointed. Harry's team is all about hype and no substance. Why?
    I ended up expecting more and just seeing it fall absolutely flat.
    Only one song appealed to me (Woman)...everything else, the background drowns him out (again that's my opinion). There's no need for this. Woman is the only song out of the album that I feel a bit of soul from    Listened to it a few times and was disappointed. Harry's team is all about hype and no substance. Why?
    I ended up expecting more and just seeing it fall absolutely flat.

    Only one song appealed to me (Woman)...everything else, the background drowns him out (again that's my opinion). There's no need for this. Woman is the only song out of the album that I feel a bit of soul from him...everything else feels manufactured, as expected. Surely he has a better range in vocals in comparison to Niall and Louis, but he's not showing it off. It's not any different from the Made in the AM album (only real difference is he had Liam, Louis, and Niall to help) and I'm pretty sure the album Four was the catalyst to Harry going this route. Don't get me wrong here, I love folk and the rock'n'roll music from the 60s-70s, but this is like a copy + paste version of that. Guess having the right people behind you pay for the high reviews for this album, which is a shame, if given a proper criticism of an album, the artist can rise above their 1st attempt (and this goes for ANY form of art). Sorry Harry, it's a no from me, but please try again. Would love to hear what you really want to put out there.    … Expand
  31. pettyoreo
    May 14, 2017
    0
    Sign of the times was good. But then other sweet creature came. it was boring as hell. Disappointed. Was definitely expecting more because of the hype.
  32. EllaEpstein
    May 13, 2017
    5
    I went into this album to figure out who Harry Styles is and what he was trying to accomplish. It didn't take long to realize his comparisons to past stars such as Bowie were warranted in some respects. Key word, some. I wasn't listening to Harry to see which glam star of the past few decades he was trying to impersonate, I wanted to see him as an artist. I feel like his album, for meI went into this album to figure out who Harry Styles is and what he was trying to accomplish. It didn't take long to realize his comparisons to past stars such as Bowie were warranted in some respects. Key word, some. I wasn't listening to Harry to see which glam star of the past few decades he was trying to impersonate, I wanted to see him as an artist. I feel like his album, for me personally, fell short in that respect. His songs weren't very memorable, relying more so on repetition (not only with lyrics, but the stories the songs told as well). If you asked me to recall one song that possibly stood out, I would say "Woman," since it is virtually impossible not to get his chorus stuck in your head. I appreciated "From the Dining Table" too. Did I find out who Harry Styles was? Well, no, other than the fact that he has trouble opening up and sleeps with girls, but any artist nowadays can provide me a tune expressing those sentiments in a less "tribute-y" "repetitive" way. I can only hope for more experimentation in albums to come. His debut album should have had more risk, but I think the problem came down to the fact that Harry was too focused on curating an image rather than putting out music that truly represented him.… Expand
  33. merimb
    May 13, 2017
    0
    This is a very diluted shadow of 70's rock. Its total lack luster and originality is epitome of blandness and unauthentic. A worst album of this year..
  34. DeaganO
    May 12, 2017
    6
    Review of Harry Styles, the self titled album - 6.5/10 (3/5)

    Going for an old school British sound, Harry's solo debut album is set to capture an audience different from the screaming teen girls that followed One Direction. Influences of melancholic & / psychedelic rock and punk-funk are clear, with excessive use of electronic guitar riffs and distorted vocals that remind you of David    Review of Harry Styles, the self titled album - 6.5/10 (3/5)

    Going for an old school British sound, Harry's solo debut album is set to capture an audience different from the screaming teen girls that followed One Direction.
    Influences of melancholic & / psychedelic rock and punk-funk are clear, with excessive use of electronic guitar riffs and distorted vocals that remind you of David Bowie, Bryan Adams, Bruce Springsteen, The Beatles, ect.
    - The album starts with "Meet Me In The Hallway", an almost George-Michael-at-a-hipster-after-party ballad.
    - The core of the album is presented next: slow-versed but with a powerful chorus, "Sign Of The Times" captures the attention as first single.
    - "Carolina", a headache-inducing noise factory, is just the worst song on the album. He really believes people will sing along to that "lalalalalalala" try-hard Mick Jagger stuff?
    - Sad, because the next song, "Two Ghosts", is a beautiful, relaxing, almost-country ballad, a la The Eagles and The Boss combined.
    - Ah, "Sweet Creature", a sweet guitar 'pickle'-song, I could 've done without the strained repetitive belts, but it's acceptable.
    We're already halfway through as the album is only 10 songs,
    - and "Only Angel" as an up-tempo rock song wakes us right up; it is just good fun (but please, get rid of the cowbell...). Europe's "Mind In The Gutter" sounds exactly the same.
    - "Kiwi" is rock-n-roll, Elvis, Bryan Adams and Kiss on steroids.
    - Oh, okay, we're going back to a calm Bowie-like forest-people-on-drugs anthem with "Ever Since New York". It is a good sing-along song, but can't keep the attention.
    - I heard this Elton John "Bennie And The Jets" type of sound coming back lately (Lady Gaga - "Hey Girl"), and Harry is trying to combine blues with smoke-a-cig-and-complain-about-women music with "Woman". Easy listening, but not my cup of tea.
    - The album ends the same way as it starts, with a slow after-hours track, which reminds me of Gustavo Santaolalla - "The Wings". "From The Dining Table" does not reach that level of quality though.

    Briefly, Harry Styles by Harry Styles is an alternative hipster album, you either like it or you hate it. The fan girls will back off, and an older crowd will appear at bars, where Harry will be performing small-stage intimate Irish pub-shows. I recommend "Only Angel" as a potentially successful single.

    1. Sign Of The Times, 2. Two Ghosts, 3. Only Angel    … Expand
  35. mastoomax
    May 13, 2017
    0
    i can not believe I have waited for this over hyped trash and spent my hard earned money on this bland try hard 70s rock.... Bleh!! I want my money back......
  36. matheus-rs1401
    May 13, 2017
    0
    Sinceramente, esse álbum eu odiei, teve musicas que "uau" porque parece que ele criou pra fazer as pessoas dormir, então não gostei, ÁLBUM LIXOOOOO, PORCARIA.
  37. sugoisugoi
    May 13, 2017
    0
    i feel like this album is only palatable for those edgy teens who want to be taken seriously, so they listen to generic rock music and judge anyone who doesn't agree. and that's okay i've been there, i WAS one of those edgy teens. the problem i have with kids listening to this album compared to the music i listened to back in my day is, the music that i used to listen to was actually goodi feel like this album is only palatable for those edgy teens who want to be taken seriously, so they listen to generic rock music and judge anyone who doesn't agree. and that's okay i've been there, i WAS one of those edgy teens. the problem i have with kids listening to this album compared to the music i listened to back in my day is, the music that i used to listen to was actually good (or so i thought). the music i listened to fed into my teen angst, projected my emotions into song, music i used to listen to felt like you had an invisible friend who knew exactly how you felt. this album seems like it's not even trying to be good or relate able. kiwi sounds like a song that should be played through soft core porn and i don't even know what sign of the times is about, the lyrics are so very confusing. i don't know what the styles kid was thinking, i don't even know what demographic he's trying to aim for. everything seems senseless and vague, nothing rememberable.… Expand
  38. hillym
    May 14, 2017
    0
    I wasn't impressed after his fans and the media had hyped up his ability and talent. The lyrics fall flat and confusing, trying to be artistic but really just kind of trying too hard. The more upbeat songs involved too many elements, and the slower songs were nothing special amongst many slower acoustic songs. The entire album left a bad taste, or it left no taste at all and is extremelyI wasn't impressed after his fans and the media had hyped up his ability and talent. The lyrics fall flat and confusing, trying to be artistic but really just kind of trying too hard. The more upbeat songs involved too many elements, and the slower songs were nothing special amongst many slower acoustic songs. The entire album left a bad taste, or it left no taste at all and is extremely easy to forget.… Expand
  39. Jinxxnij13
    Dec 7, 2019
    0
    He is trying to hard to be a rockstar and failed miserably. This album comes across as cheap rip off the early work of Elton
  40. danish_dito
    May 13, 2017
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. its total **** ......pls return my 16$.......all this hype for nothing ....world best production can't even make him sound good....talentless...artist from reality shows sing better than this… Expand
  41. leonara
    May 13, 2017
    0
    You need to get yourself some help if you truly decided to spend money on 12 versions of the same damn song. In this album you'll find 0 creativity, 0 vocals, 0 talent. Next.
  42. seriousmusic
    May 15, 2017
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. As a hardcore 1d fan, I waited for his album since they went on a break. Honestly I like 1 song on the album but even that song seems like something I have already listened too. It is unfair to the rest of 1d members that harry is centred as the face of one direction and he came out with that. i hate to say this but his album actually made me curious as to what zayn did. Zayn truly did put out a better album and though I will still be a loyal 1d fan it is unfair to say how talented zayn is. I honestly think harry rushed this, maybe he should have worked with different producers. Anyways harry maybe the next album will be better. I was counting on you to out do zayn but instead you did worst than the chainsmoker. Drop the mick jagger and bring harry out. You don't need to be someone else .I wanted to rub this in zayns face but i truly cannot because your album isnt even 1% to what he put out. In fact niall and louis have better singles out.… Expand
  43. honestguy
    May 13, 2017
    0
    Nice album. It was hyped a lot so I expected a bit more. I would've liked if he had gone pop-rock instead as his voice would've been better with it. Hopefully he'll improve more & more with time
  44. TE25
    May 13, 2017
    2
    Its was pretty good but nothing different and exiciting[GENERIC]. While listening to his album you can hear alot of influence to older songs from the 70's & 80's [Sweet creature sound similar to Black bird by the Beatles] i understand he may be influenced by the music from the 70's and 80's but he still needs to find his own style. I know one direction fans would LOVE anything that goldenIts was pretty good but nothing different and exiciting[GENERIC]. While listening to his album you can hear alot of influence to older songs from the 70's & 80's [Sweet creature sound similar to Black bird by the Beatles] i understand he may be influenced by the music from the 70's and 80's but he still needs to find his own style. I know one direction fans would LOVE anything that golden boy Harry puts out over that guy Zayn any day.… Expand
  45. Lilivv
    May 14, 2017
    0
    This album is full of bland and boring nonsense, i kept waiting for something to be a little interesting for him to maybe challenge his vocals, but it kept the same bland mood through out the whole thing, why did he waste his time? Why is he wasting his fans time?
  46. Ramzchui
    May 13, 2017
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I know its good when my whole family especially my rocker grandfather approve it! I personally dont listen to this type of music but cant deny the quality f this record, props to Harry for leaning into this type of music. A very solid debut album!… Expand
  47. DavidWasHere
    Sep 9, 2017
    7
    I'm not going to lie, there are a ton of issues with this album. For one the songs are inconsistent, both with song styles (no pun intended) and quality, ranging from epic piano ballads like Sign of the TIme to gentle acoustic tunes like Sweet Creatures, to some pretty awful and over produced attempt at making a Stones tune with Only Angel, to lite metal that shares more in common withI'm not going to lie, there are a ton of issues with this album. For one the songs are inconsistent, both with song styles (no pun intended) and quality, ranging from epic piano ballads like Sign of the TIme to gentle acoustic tunes like Sweet Creatures, to some pretty awful and over produced attempt at making a Stones tune with Only Angel, to lite metal that shares more in common with Wolfmother (not a good thing at all) on Kiwi, to blatanly ripping off the ear cutting classic Stuck in the Middle With You on Carolina, to yet another blatant rip off of Benny and the Jets on Woman. And it's not helping matters that Harry comes off with less of an identity than before. For a solo debut I can't get much of a grasp as to whom exactly Mr. Styles is without seeing the influences that he is wearing so earnestly on his sleeves. From classic artists like Queen, Bowie, the Rolling Stones, McCartney, and Elton John, to even artists that perform under this style too, like Jeff Buckley, Rufus Wainwright, Destroyer, and Gold-era Ryan Adams, Harry is too often drowning in his influences rather than etching out a fresh identity.

    BUT...I actually have a sweet spot for this record. I'm not going to lie, I'm a sucker for 70s singer-songwriter music, and hearing Harry draw from it is actually kind of a pleasure. As blatant as a homage is, he does respect the greats and does this sound justice. His voice has bombast and genuine great pipes, and even the tunes do sound great. It is refreshing to hear a major pop album sound like it is being played with actual instruments instead of being clogged up with processed and stiff electronics or reverbed and dull trap beats.

    It will be interesting to hear what Harry Styles will do in the future if he does continue this throwback sound. It will probably lead down a path similar to Adele, another artist with a similar throwback sound that, along with Styles here, play it too safe and will probably win Grammys, but I do hope for him the best! If nothing else, Sign of the Times is still a fantastic song!    … Expand
  48. Panchogul
    Aug 20, 2020
    10
    Excelente trabajo, posee una buena producción, gran carisma y mucha ambición y personalidad sin caer ni de lejos en lo pretencioso.
  49. ANTILEMONADE
    Jul 23, 2017
    10
    Talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before, unafraid to reference or not reference.
  50. Raphael2017
    Jul 25, 2017
    10
    Primeiro álbum solo e já fez esses hinos, todo dia tenho que escultar pelo menos uma música pq o vício ta grande, que venha mais dessa carreira solo, infelizmente tá sendo pouco aproveitado.
  51. spongecat
    Aug 29, 2017
    7
    R&B is my #1 but I do love classic rock influences. SOTT was well, a nice single. But he pleasantly surprised me, his and Zayn’s music has the most depth in it for sure. The songs ‘Woman’ and ‘Ever Since New York’ are standouts for sure, Woman’s guitar, hook, melody and Styles’ raspy vocals and charm make the song incredible, it has to be a single for sure. ‘Ever Since New York’ reminds meR&B is my #1 but I do love classic rock influences. SOTT was well, a nice single. But he pleasantly surprised me, his and Zayn’s music has the most depth in it for sure. The songs ‘Woman’ and ‘Ever Since New York’ are standouts for sure, Woman’s guitar, hook, melody and Styles’ raspy vocals and charm make the song incredible, it has to be a single for sure. ‘Ever Since New York’ reminds me a bit of Coldplay and the harmonies sound great. It’s a nice effort for sure. The rest of the tracks are kind of underwhelming.… Expand
  52. AbrahamBJ
    Oct 6, 2017
    8
    With Sign of the Times as a lead single, we knew what to expect when Harry dropped his debut set, one influenced greatly by rock artists, and an overall set that Grammy voters will not hesitate to pick when the time comes. The music is mostly and oddly relaxing, with the emotional cry of Sign of the Times and the simplicity of Two Ghost makes this worth all the time it is.
  53. blinktubey
    Oct 21, 2017
    10
    Harry Styles by Harry Styles is such a great album! From someone who came from a boy band, this is beyond expectation. The artist has a great taste in music and it literally manifested in his solo project. Truly Harry Styles never disappoints. I love his album to the core!
  54. sawthesign
    Oct 25, 2017
    3
    Styles, on his debut album post-One Direction, simply tries far too hard.

    In his harried (ha) attempt to shed his boyband image, he takes on this "Rock Messiah" title that he has not yet done anything to deserve. A lot of the songs on his self-titled album are repetitive, dry, and in the case of a couple (Kiwi and Carolina), just tacky. The studio versions are the only versions that    Styles, on his debut album post-One Direction, simply tries far too hard.

    In his harried (ha) attempt to shed his boyband image, he takes on this "Rock Messiah" title that he has not yet done anything to deserve. A lot of the songs on his self-titled album are repetitive, dry, and in the case of a couple (Kiwi and Carolina), just tacky.

    The studio versions are the only versions that should be listened to, for a lot of his live versions sound absolutely abysmal. He strains his voice as much as Shawn Mendes and seems to be completely unaware of his range. He tries too many vocal tricks that are just jarring on the ears. The high note he often attempts on "Ever Since New York" is an example of just how, well, bad, he sounds live when he tries too hard to impress.

    He succeeds overall in a few of the songs, "Woman", for instance, has a fun production with straightforward vocals and a quirky hook. "Ever Since New York" is another musical success, with its soft guitar and beautiful melody. Most of the songs, however, fall flat and just seem to be generic wannabe "rock classics", One should not aim to be a classic. Classics are not things to anticipate or to aim for, they just happen. Styles clearly was aiming for classic rock revivalist with this album and his new image, and to be frank, neither attempts worked.    … Expand
  55. amandasevero
    Feb 16, 2020
    10
    perfeito. harry é de longe o melhor ex one direction.
    todas as músicas sao incríveis. melodia, harmonia e composição estão perfeitas. Harry é um astro
  56. viniwit
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Iconic! Iconic! Im over the moon with this album, an incredible experience! I loved it
  57. Chars
    Nov 24, 2020
    0
    The fact that he has so much promotion and appearances on tv or shows, it made me want to listen to his debut album. But this is just disappointing, I find myself skipping from every tracks.
  58. Sunsetfayy
    Mar 20, 2021
    0
    Worst album by any 1D member. I don’t know how people actually like it. He didn’t put much effort in it clearly.
  59. zjkaren
    Sep 3, 2021
    0
    this **** is really bad ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏͏ ͏ ͏!
  60. cinnamongirl97
    Oct 15, 2021
    1
    Get a personality, please. We already have one Bowie, we don't need his cheap impersonator who can't even write a song by himself.
  61. brockcheese
    Jun 27, 2020
    7
    This is a good debut that shows that he can stand on his own after One Direction. The songs do feel overly simplified and studio controlled however it is cool to see him find his own voice.
  62. spongeswift
    Nov 12, 2017
    8
    Harry Styles's first offering is rock and pop mix perfection. Sign Of The Times was extraordinary and may I say historically good while the rest of the album is just ok or good, going in with big expectations I have to say I was slightly disappointed that the rest of the songs were not as good as Sign. Two Ghosts was fun and the rest of the songs were also ok but overall don't expectHarry Styles's first offering is rock and pop mix perfection. Sign Of The Times was extraordinary and may I say historically good while the rest of the album is just ok or good, going in with big expectations I have to say I was slightly disappointed that the rest of the songs were not as good as Sign. Two Ghosts was fun and the rest of the songs were also ok but overall don't expect anything more than a good pop/rock album.… Expand
  63. EronOliveira
    Jul 8, 2018
    10
    Talented. Brilliant. Incredible. Amazing. Show stopping. Spectacular. Never the same. Totally unique. Completely not ever been done before.
  64. PeterSant
    Sep 13, 2019
    5
    Made plastic, Harry Styles is still far from becoming a great singer. His debut album is not totally terrible, but it is not a work worthy of veneration.
  65. JoshuaKlink
    Aug 23, 2020
    7
    Harry Styles delivers so much of himself on tunes that sound like they were written decades ago. Even though it often leans on too little newness and occasional bland melodies, it is an impressive, unexpected yet fitting debut.
  66. gonzilo
    Aug 25, 2020
    9
    Un disco alucinante, que despunta en melodías, producción y, sobretodo, originalidad y desparpajo por parte de un Harry Styles completamente renovado y más maduro. Fantástico, uno de los mejores trabajos de pop que he escuchado nunca.
  67. manu_carnevale
    Nov 28, 2020
    9
    This album made me fall in love with him. I love how he changed genre since 1D and experimented more with rock, that style really suits him! I wish every single album will be as good as this one
  68. Thanatos31
    Feb 21, 2018
    10
    It boils down to perspective, I guess. This album may sound familiar, pretentious, and disappointing at best, derivative, trying-hard, and overrated at worst to some who has grown up listening to 60s, 70s stuff. But to those who have grown tired of the current music industry that's over-saturated with EDM, R&B and hip hop (not to say they're terrible), this record will sound like the mostIt boils down to perspective, I guess. This album may sound familiar, pretentious, and disappointing at best, derivative, trying-hard, and overrated at worst to some who has grown up listening to 60s, 70s stuff. But to those who have grown tired of the current music industry that's over-saturated with EDM, R&B and hip hop (not to say they're terrible), this record will sound like the most unexpected, bravest, and best thing anyone has come up with. I'm one of those who are foreign to this record's genres and are pleasantly blown away as it took me to a distant era, an era I wasn't born during or didn't grow up to. And it's hell of a good thing for me. There's still some room for improvement, though but for a debut album, it sets the tone for what to expect from him in the future.… Expand
  69. willpaz1105
    Nov 21, 2018
    10
    Harry had a successful start and full of energy and emotion with the Hit Sigh of the times that highlights and shines the album,He is so talented this is a great album I love it
  70. stephaniesays
    Oct 24, 2017
    8
    Harry actively chose to go against the grain to make the album that he wanted to make and I respect that. My favorites on the album are Carolina, From the Dining Table and Meet Me in the Hallway. I am excited to see Harry grow as an artist and I really look forward to what he will come out with next.
  71. chlobelgium
    Oct 24, 2017
    7
    Harry shows a great range of different genre but also vocals from lower tones to falsetto. His writing is the most metaphoric it has been the past 7 years. I'm disappointed by some (if read literally) sexist lyrics which makes me want to not listen to the songs. Excited for what he will bring with hs2. But if you want the real Harry Styles experience it's better to hear him live he'sHarry shows a great range of different genre but also vocals from lower tones to falsetto. His writing is the most metaphoric it has been the past 7 years. I'm disappointed by some (if read literally) sexist lyrics which makes me want to not listen to the songs. Excited for what he will bring with hs2. But if you want the real Harry Styles experience it's better to hear him live he's mesmerizing and hit every note to the perfection.… Expand
  72. soydansilva
    Oct 25, 2017
    8
    With a different and mesmerizing sound; an album inspired by elements of great artists from past generations - H. Styles' solo debut is lyrically fresh, nostalgic and impressive.
  73. ericacmaciel
    Aug 24, 2019
    10
    Mick Jagger pode se aposentar que teu legado tá seguro, Harry reizinho do pop/rock
  74. FatimaUvizh
    Nov 24, 2017
    10
    This whole album is a masterpiece! Hardly can remember any other album I could listen from A to Z including legendary classics. I've discovered Harry Styles after Carpool Karaoke accidentally and was totally blown away finding out that Sign of the times and Kiwi are his songs. My husband also listens the album in his car. My favourites are Meet me in the Hallway, From the dining table,This whole album is a masterpiece! Hardly can remember any other album I could listen from A to Z including legendary classics. I've discovered Harry Styles after Carpool Karaoke accidentally and was totally blown away finding out that Sign of the times and Kiwi are his songs. My husband also listens the album in his car. My favourites are Meet me in the Hallway, From the dining table, Only Angel, Kiwi, Woman, Carolina, actually the others are really really good. I'm so happy to get to know such an artist. He made 2017 for me. Thank you, Harry Styles! You now are becoming legendary I guess! Wish you all the best and hope to see you in Russia!… Expand
  75. ionno
    Jan 11, 2018
    10
    you know the album is so good when you feel like you're invading their personal life, when you hear it
  76. gabymuniz
    Jan 13, 2018
    10
    the album is wonderful and exceeded my expectations. achieved great results and already broke several records with a few days of launch. it is wonderful
  77. Sebastian2018
    Apr 11, 2018
    10
    Harry made a good album, with good themes, his first music video is too iconic and debuted in the best way
  78. minhtri
    Feb 7, 2018
    8
    album so amazing, harry style's voice so beautiful, emotinal and strong. My favorite songs : Sign of times, California, Sweet creature and the final song in his album.
  79. RogersCap
    Apr 27, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Wonderful, Harry brought something different and simply incredible.
    LOVE, HARRY.    … Expand
  80. gabrielcipriano
    Dec 21, 2018
    6
    The album has good things and very bad things, there are empty songs and it has not been mounted to the right point seems lost. Like Harry's first album, I'm proud of him however on his next album there has to be more evolution and detailed productions in each song.
  81. Gabriel7ML
    May 11, 2018
    10
    What a wonderful surprise! I was expecting a catchy pop album and not something that David Bowie would be proud of. His vocals are extraordinary, melodies and arrangements are really great too. An amazing debut.
  82. nicolasfederick
    May 22, 2018
    10
    masterpiece
    ..............................................................
  83. D0137
    Jul 29, 2018
    8
    It's good, I´d say that some moments are kind of bland and the album as a whole is not very cohesive, but most of the songs are pretty enjoyable individually and Harry Styles is a really good performer, for a debut solo project, this is a solid move and I definitely look forward to whatever he does next.
  84. Dsros96
    Dec 15, 2019
    7
    Amazing debut album that I really didn't expect from a ex boyband member. It has a strong Fleetwood Mac vibe which makes it sound classic.
  85. All_ButTrU4
    Nov 16, 2021
    6
    Harry's debut arrives unfinished and derivative. It's effectively a culling of muses to the point of nearly covering their songs. Instantly i heard the overwhelming influence of Beck's Sea Change on the entirety of the record with "since new york " basically being an outtake. Despite the albums absence of originality it's an interesting direction for the former pop boy band heartthrob. TheHarry's debut arrives unfinished and derivative. It's effectively a culling of muses to the point of nearly covering their songs. Instantly i heard the overwhelming influence of Beck's Sea Change on the entirety of the record with "since new york " basically being an outtake. Despite the albums absence of originality it's an interesting direction for the former pop boy band heartthrob. The lead single "sign of the times" despite it's heavy Bowie reference point is stunning. Showing off Harry's range like never before. It's moment's like these Harry is at his best when he let's go a little such as on the abrasive arrogance of "kiwi ". The heavy rock and roll is well executed sounding like an offshoot of the black keys,genuinely impressing . After this i was excited to see what he'll do once he fleshed out his own sound but even if he doesn't this record is solid enough to say that wouldn't be a train smash.… Expand
  86. noor2cool
    Dec 9, 2018
    10
    Awesome album wonderful song that's what I can say
    Add to it it brings me back to a beautiful time for music
  87. Rox1968
    Dec 17, 2018
    10
    It's been a long time since I heard anything like this and I didn't know I was missing it until this album. Current yet retro. Unpretentious. Lyrics that make me want to know more.
  88. gibibikow
    Oct 11, 2019
    10
    One of the best albums of 2017, a true masterpiece. Full of perfect lyrics and so much talent. Love this boy
  89. styllegend
    Oct 11, 2019
    10
    the most incredible thing I’ve ever heard in my life!!!! it’s perfect from track 1 to track 10.
  90. madumesq
    Aug 24, 2019
    10
    two years down this album. He changed my life. harry styles is unique. if god exists he clearly manifested on earth in the form of this album.
  91. ondxrection
    Sep 18, 2019
    10
    perfeito do início ao fim, músicas de qualidade com talento sem escoro, repleto de hinos!
  92. selinxls
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    One of the best debut albums of the decade. Good writing and great melodies.
  93. melodrama94
    Dec 11, 2019
    10
    Album of The Decade. The best member to come out of his band. Talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show-stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before, unafraid to reference or not reference, put it in a blender, **** on it, vomit on it, eat it, give birth to it.
  94. Bri1222
    Feb 1, 2020
    10
    This is a brilliant album!! He is open and expresses everything he has felt. This rocky album is a must! I will continue to constantly listen to it!
  95. emilyc
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    not a bad song on the album really outdid himself stunning album with loads of upbeat bangers too
  96. playarabella
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    a masterpiece, it was a very good surprise, one of the best album I ever listened to today, full of references and cohesion.
  97. TabataZuel
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    I love that album. Every song is so unique, I'm so proud of him. His first album is a masterpiece and... His second album is going to be a success too and I love that
  98. sendys
    Sep 8, 2019
    10
    great. Vibrant songs, amazing songwriting and scene creation, every time I hear it, I seem to travel to another world.
  99. markosaric
    Nov 2, 2019
    6
    It's a strong debut for Styles, but for a handful of songs like "Carolina" or "Kiwi," the lyrical ability seemed to take a back seat and fall into lovey-dovey cliché pitfalls.
  100. greedybadidea
    May 31, 2020
    9
    Harry Styles' debut solo self-titled album is one of the better types of debut records I have seen from a male artist. Each song is a lyrical piece of art and sometimes the production is too much for the songs, but the vocals are unfailing. I enjoy the length of the album because it ensures that the style doesn't become diluted and feel stale in the end. This is definitely one of the bestHarry Styles' debut solo self-titled album is one of the better types of debut records I have seen from a male artist. Each song is a lyrical piece of art and sometimes the production is too much for the songs, but the vocals are unfailing. I enjoy the length of the album because it ensures that the style doesn't become diluted and feel stale in the end. This is definitely one of the best male pop-rock albums I have ever come across.

    Album Track Ranking:
    1. Only Angel
    2. Two Ghosts
    3. Sign of the Times
    4. Sweet Creature
    5. Kiwi
    6. Carolina
    7. Ever Since New York
    8. Woman
    9. From the Dining Table
    10. Meet Me in the Hallway    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 24
  3. Negative: 1 out of 24
  1. Q Magazine
    Jun 6, 2017
    60
    Despite Styles' self-conscious references, his debut avoids indulgence. [Aug 2017, p.110]
  2. The Line of Best Fit
    May 23, 2017
    80
    Ultimately Harry Styles feels comfortable and readily worn-in.
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  3. Consequence
    May 18, 2017
    58
    The missteps don’t detract too much from this ambitious, if slightly unfocused, debut.
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