Jackie
by Ciara
  • Record Label: Epic
  • Release Date: May 4, 2015
User Score
6.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 80 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 48 out of 80
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 80
  3. Negative: 26 out of 80
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  1. descuff
    May 8, 2015
    8
    As much as I want to give Ciara a 10, I have to acknowledge that this is not her best work. That honor belong to Ciara's Self-Titled. However this album is special in that it continues to broadcast Ciara's evolution as an artist. Be warned, listeners may be turned off at first but several of these songs are growers, meaning they seem a lot better after a few listens. Initially, I did notAs much as I want to give Ciara a 10, I have to acknowledge that this is not her best work. That honor belong to Ciara's Self-Titled. However this album is special in that it continues to broadcast Ciara's evolution as an artist. Be warned, listeners may be turned off at first but several of these songs are growers, meaning they seem a lot better after a few listens. Initially, I did not enjoy most of the album despite being a major Ciara's fan but after a week I came to appreciate the work put into it. Fans may be put off when they find that this album is a break-up album or completely relating to her mother. Nevertheless, Ciara turns to pop music to provide her upbeat music. Jackie (B.M.F.), One Woman Army (and Intro), and I Bet (R3HAB remix) will get the blood pumping. I Bet (and the Joe Jonas remix), Only One, I Got You, and Lullaby will leave you emotional. Dance Like We're Making Love, is a definite hit. Sadly I am disappointed in one song, This is How I'm Feeling. I always loved the team of Missy and Ciara but this song does not do their previous songs together justice, even with an aid from Pitbull.
    Overall a fairly above average album with decent to great songs.    … Expand
  2. thaleslucas
    May 7, 2015
    8
    Probably this is the best album of Ciara I've ever heard in her discography. The album goes beyond just be limited to "dance" and "animate", it has more feelings and life than the others albums. Here we see a sentimental Ciara, mother, mature woman and, above all, she loves what she does. She placed great vocal in highly developed compositions and that's enough to prove that Cici's backProbably this is the best album of Ciara I've ever heard in her discography. The album goes beyond just be limited to "dance" and "animate", it has more feelings and life than the others albums. Here we see a sentimental Ciara, mother, mature woman and, above all, she loves what she does. She placed great vocal in highly developed compositions and that's enough to prove that Cici's back with her best of all.… Expand
  3. Wellyver
    May 9, 2015
    9
    That's a very good album. Although I always though her strongest was her R&B songs, she proves that she can deliver a pop record like nobody else. The album has a some great jams.
  4. ryanloveslana
    May 10, 2015
    10
    An improvement over Ciara (2013), the album Jackie features more dance-pop-RNB songs and more ballads. How odd to not find or see an Parental Advisory notification on appearing on this record. Also, I notice her vocal and singing abilities appear to be in excellent condition on this record. Standout tracks on this album are "All Good" "I Bet", "Dance Like Were Making Love", and "Give Me Love".
  5. nandoocorreia
    May 8, 2015
    10
    This is one of its most solid projects so far, and the stability of a mother as well as the strength of a warrior, are reflected in the 14 tracks on the disc. Ciara is finally a complete and self-sufficient woman. I just hope that everyone can see it in time.
  6. WellDebrits
    May 8, 2015
    10
    This album brought a great-sounding, referring to what has already been heard in the 2000s has strong elements such as vocals and have a chance to fill in what the industry needs.
  7. rhemmings
    May 6, 2015
    10
    This is ciara's best album. The songs are a masterpiece, the production and composition is excellent and her vocals are stronger than her previous albums. I have a feeling this is ciara best album and will perform well on the charts. this album is worth a listen and buying. Best songs on the album are: That's how i'm feelin, dance like we making love, Fly, i bet, i bet remix ft joe jonas,This is ciara's best album. The songs are a masterpiece, the production and composition is excellent and her vocals are stronger than her previous albums. I have a feeling this is ciara best album and will perform well on the charts. this album is worth a listen and buying. Best songs on the album are: That's how i'm feelin, dance like we making love, Fly, i bet, i bet remix ft joe jonas, one woman army, give me love, i got you and only one… Expand
  8. Daniel1986
    May 6, 2015
    10
    For me this album is great. The songs are on point, her singing skills have improved and the whole record shows how she is evolving in a more consistent artist. Some people seems to hate without any reason but she keeps getting stronger and getting more confident despite that. Just give this album a try, you are not going to regret it.
  9. MaxwellLira
    May 16, 2015
    10
    Ciara at her best, her most delicious and adventurous album with so many highlights that shows she's more in control than ever. Solid, appealing and radio-friendly, it deserves to be a smash!
  10. Mattam
    Jul 15, 2015
    7
    Ciara brings us a nice LP filled with some fairly catchy music and some songs that I would consider adding to my usual playlist. However, the album does not make me feel the need to keep playing it. There are some songs on the album that are definitely highlights, such as "I Bet", "I Got You", "Jackie (B.M.F.)", "Lullaby", etc. However, there are other songs that don't necessarily live upCiara brings us a nice LP filled with some fairly catchy music and some songs that I would consider adding to my usual playlist. However, the album does not make me feel the need to keep playing it. There are some songs on the album that are definitely highlights, such as "I Bet", "I Got You", "Jackie (B.M.F.)", "Lullaby", etc. However, there are other songs that don't necessarily live up to them, such as "That's How I'm Feelin", "All Good" and "Give Me Love". I understand that Ciara may be trying to produce some pop hits to get Billboard recognition and mainstream airplay but her R&B tracks are usually a lot better than her pop efforts. People have been deeming this as Ciara's best album but it does not live up to the standard of her self-titled album where every song stood out and it had mass replay appeal.… Expand
  11. Felipecritic
    Dec 20, 2017
    7
    Esse álbum é subestimado. Ele consegue ser viciante e comercial, algo que está escasso na indústria musical atual, em que a música é comercial mas é fraca e enjoativa. Ciara ainda é uma ótima artista, cantora, dançarina, ela é completa.
  12. VictorFernande
    Aug 23, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is so... INCREDIBLE... a mixture of pop and R&B and was where Ciara relmente showed all his strength ... INCREDIBLE!
    And there's much more to show!    … Expand
  13. ladayelayne21
    Feb 26, 2016
    10
    The Jackie album was a real surprise for me I really thought that the album was going to be an angst filled collection of songs but instead Jackie delivers a really strong message of survival, letting go and moving on. I loved Only One, Kiss and Tell, Lullaby, DLWML, Fly and I Bet and I have a special place in my heart for the song Ciara dedicated to her baby boy. The lyrics are expressiveThe Jackie album was a real surprise for me I really thought that the album was going to be an angst filled collection of songs but instead Jackie delivers a really strong message of survival, letting go and moving on. I loved Only One, Kiss and Tell, Lullaby, DLWML, Fly and I Bet and I have a special place in my heart for the song Ciara dedicated to her baby boy. The lyrics are expressive and uplifting and the music videos are cutting edge and will definitely inspire imitation.… Expand

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60

Mixed or average reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. NOW Magazine
    May 21, 2015
    40
    Not for the first time, Ciara is suffering from a case of mixed-bag syndrome, a situation that seems even direr on the 16-track deluxe version, which has two unnecessary alternate versions of I Bet.
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  2. AllMusic
    May 18, 2015
    50
    A stilted album.
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  3. Tiny Mix Tapes
    May 15, 2015
    80
    Jackie doesn’t often transcend its own well-established boundaries, and it doesn’t flow as ***Flawlessly as TMT favorites Beyoncé or 1989 (much of Jackie’s most interesting moments occur in its first half), yet it is a solid alternative for those craving that rare and varied pop gem that warrants repeated listens.
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