Positions
by Ariana Grande
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Oct 30, 2020
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7.3

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  1. nora19
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    después de algo tan grande y explosivo como TU,N nos ha dado algo tan fascinante e interesante, es hermoso escuchar la voz de Ariana en un ritmo más suave. Una vez más está claro que ella puede y domina lo que quiere.
  2. myhairsoty
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    this album shows off her vocals, it's literally r&b perfection! her best album!
  3. Drea23
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    It is the best album that Ari has been able to make all the songs are amazing
  4. otavioreis101
    Oct 30, 2020
    7
    At this point in her career nothing can be considered bad or horrible and even if it does the fans will make it #1 ,she have the lyrics and the vocals as usual, but the beats feel kind of repetitive at some tracks, it's a brand new sound for her and it is fun, but definitely not bigger then Thank u, next and sweetener...
  5. moondzt
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This is her best album yet and you tasteless r@ts can shut up, sorry your fav could never
  6. Arrowgirl
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This is by far her best album. it's so amazing. she also has so many references to older songs and in this album you can tell shes growing and healing
  7. levitatingng
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This album is amazing, it sounds way different from her other albums. Her vocals and harmonies are just amazing.
  8. sooyaaa_17
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    It’s a good album! From start to finish. I love the parallel lyrics from thank u next. And the pov is one of the best closers for an album! She has done it again.
  9. anndreiii
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Positions is a very cohesive project, contrary to popular belief, this is one of her best albums lyrically and sonically. A lot of reviews are not fond of the sexual themes of this album, it seems like they want the pop star to be depressed every album and not have fun. Ariana explores more of her lower register and showcases her whistle register on this record. I believe people are notPositions is a very cohesive project, contrary to popular belief, this is one of her best albums lyrically and sonically. A lot of reviews are not fond of the sexual themes of this album, it seems like they want the pop star to be depressed every album and not have fun. Ariana explores more of her lower register and showcases her whistle register on this record. I believe people are not fond of this project because it’s “too slow” and they expect all of her songs to have high energy and crazy belts all the time. The album is definitely a grower and isn’t necessarily targeted for a mainstream/pop audience. It is a very R&B influenced project with hints of jazz and blues in tracks such as “My Hair”, or the sultry “Off the Table”, I guess people expected another love me harder 2.0 with this track. To conclude this review, Positions is not for everyone, but the good quality, production of the album can’t be denied even if you’re a fan or not.… Expand
  10. Shaya
    Oct 30, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Just mediocre album with some trap sound and called as rnb this isn't her best work… Expand
  11. emoryah
    Oct 30, 2020
    3
    some okay music, but all or most of ariana’s music sounds the same. her songs are very generic for her style and essentially have the same foundations: a slow, rhythmic beginning with a bass or trap beat added soon after a vocal introduction which is typically a run. she sings and typically has a verse of rap, and uses a flashy high / whistle note to help bring the song to an end. hersome okay music, but all or most of ariana’s music sounds the same. her songs are very generic for her style and essentially have the same foundations: a slow, rhythmic beginning with a bass or trap beat added soon after a vocal introduction which is typically a run. she sings and typically has a verse of rap, and uses a flashy high / whistle note to help bring the song to an end. her songs also usually talk about some sort of romantic or sexual love, whether the love be bittersweet or wonderful.

    i’ve never been a big fan of ariana’s music, but i firmly believe she should start adding new sounds or concepts to her music rather than continuing with the same things every album.    … Expand
  12. akvvl
    Oct 30, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It’s terrible. Oh my goddddddddddddddddd I almost passed away listening to it.… Expand
  13. Dualipastan
    Oct 30, 2020
    0
    Nothing especial, same stuff, i liked tun better, her music is getting the same with similar sound, she shouldn’t have to hurry and deliver an album, thats the problem she rushed it and now that’s the consequences
  14. suusuu
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This is indeed a magnificent evolution of both vocally n lyrically of Ari. Can’t be much prouder of her!!!!
  15. Dumbcritic3435
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    As an arianator I can say that it's a such cute, great album I really like it. Y'all buy and stream it!
  16. mbuterax
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    this is one of her best albums, amazing vocals, great production and lyrics. i'm OBSESSED
  17. kauanstankdjxus
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. obviously this is one of his best works nothing generic as some haters say, very tasty R&B!… Expand
  18. inmyhaechan
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    One of her best albums of not her best. Her vocals where top tier as always and sounds completely different from what we have heard for her before.
  19. Luannn
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    I personally love this album so much it’s too crystal clear to see that how Ari has matured vocally n such lyrics of each track represent deep meanings!
  20. gwsxniyah
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    i love it you should totally listen if you haven’t already it’s such a good album and for me there aren’t any skips
  21. Josueathin
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. R&B PERFECTION! I love this album is so amazing all the songs and the production! Love u ari… Expand
  22. kordeis
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This is the type of music she was made for! This album has so much substance. The vocals, lyrics and melodies are all 10/10 for me
  23. RedTulip
    Oct 30, 2020
    9
    The album seems to be experimental, like Ariana's entry into the R&B music genre, but still the album is fine, the tracks are good. However, I would have liked more rhythmic songs, similar to those of the Thank u, next era or the Dangerous woman era. I wish the album had been worked on a bit more, because I think it is somewhat lazy in some respects, the rhythms can sometimes be not veryThe album seems to be experimental, like Ariana's entry into the R&B music genre, but still the album is fine, the tracks are good. However, I would have liked more rhythmic songs, similar to those of the Thank u, next era or the Dangerous woman era. I wish the album had been worked on a bit more, because I think it is somewhat lazy in some respects, the rhythms can sometimes be not very enjoyable. However, I repeat again, the album itself is very good and I loved it.… Expand
  24. shreyad
    Oct 30, 2020
    0
    Okay album ..every songs sound the same . Love language is my fav one .....
  25. damianbsl
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This album is so amazing and unique. One of her top three for me. People are giving it a low score because they don’t have taste and are jealous of Ariana.
  26. Ale2874848
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Best album of all time. She wrote every word of this masterpiece and she vocal produced the whole album alone. A genius.
  27. sususmoon
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    i never thought i would say this but this is her best album to date.
    sweetener trash compared to positions
  28. NicolliM
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Perfeito! Um dos melhores álbum da Ariana, e com certeza um dos melhores do ano.
  29. jadashalack
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    finally in her r&b bag as she should be. if you're yt you dont get to speak on this album she didn't make it for you:)
  30. owcesar
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    o álbum muito bom pra quem tem ótimo intelecto sonoro, é um dos melhores de sua carreira
  31. signella
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    this album was everything i expected and more. the songs go hand in hand, all of them. the overall sound of the album is heavenly with amazing vocals, and there is not a single bad song on this album. i think the critics should rethink their reviews.
  32. allisonm16
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    such a beautiful album!! her lyrics and vocals are insane! definitely listen :)
  33. Asaaa
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Its not just an album its a masterpiece, an art, a cultural reset. An album with beautiful songs. And one of ariana's best album… Expand
  34. Ju9ma
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    É tão perfeito! Eu amo o jeito comk ela consegue ser sincera através da música. Segue sendo fiel a sua musicalidade apesar de explorar o R&B.
  35. aimeexx
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    beautiful. it is not a “pop” album, but ariana shines in r&b. flawless vocals. most track focus on a sensual take of ari’s newfound love while songs like off the table “might not be quite yet healed or ready... is love completely off the table” safety net “i’ve never been this scared before, feelings i just can’t ignore” and pov “i wanna love me the way that you love me, for all of mybeautiful. it is not a “pop” album, but ariana shines in r&b. flawless vocals. most track focus on a sensual take of ari’s newfound love while songs like off the table “might not be quite yet healed or ready... is love completely off the table” safety net “i’ve never been this scared before, feelings i just can’t ignore” and pov “i wanna love me the way that you love me, for all of my pretty and all of my ugly too, i’d love to see me from your point of view” show her vulnerability and just how far she has come at accepting and dealing with her past.… Expand
  36. JahBuvie
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. ACLAMAÇÃO, muito bom kk mudou a minha vida aaaaaaaaaaa mulher você é perfeitaaaaa… Expand
  37. M4ZZOTT1
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing album with awesome vocals and harmonies I love it so much and I think it is one of her best albums she has ever released… Expand
  38. honeybabies12
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This album came to change everything since Ariana came from a successful era with hits influenced by Pop and Trap, this era will be one of the most underrated (YT and DW went through the same thing at the time since they are not the favorites of the fans), positions show a more mature Ariana with which the sounds are super experimental and different from her previous work, the vocals sheThis album came to change everything since Ariana came from a successful era with hits influenced by Pop and Trap, this era will be one of the most underrated (YT and DW went through the same thing at the time since they are not the favorites of the fans), positions show a more mature Ariana with which the sounds are super experimental and different from her previous work, the vocals she handles are so angelic that Ariana puts her personal touch on each of her songs in the musical production.
    The best songs on the album are: Positions, Shut Up, 34 + 35, Just like magic, my hair, obvious and pov
    Ariana in positions retakes her true R&B sound with which she has enormous versatility.
    spanish:
    Este álbum vino a cambiar todo ya que Ariana venia de una era exitosa con éxitos influenciados por el Pop y Trap,esta era será una de las más infravaloradas (YT y DW pasaron por lo mismo en su momento ya que no son los favoritos de los fans),positions demuestra a una Ariana más madura con lo cual los sonidos son super experimentales y diferentes a su anterior trabajo,las vocales que maneja son tan angelicales que Ariana le pone su toque personal a cada una de sus canciones en la producción musical.
    Las mejores canciones del álbum son:Positions,Shut Up,34+35,Just like magic,my hair,obvious y pov
    Ariana en positions retoma su verdadero sonido el R&B con el cual tiene una versatilidad enorme.    … Expand
  39. melgrande
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    ariana left her comfort zone, it is her favorite album, because she did what she always wanted. the vocals are incredible, the beat and the sound is contagious, I could spend hours listening to the princess of pop!
  40. AdantiReveur
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Ariana Grande, she really is a master piece. She save 2020. This R&B was necesary
  41. JonathanGrannel
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Very Good album, Love the different feel and taste it gives and not to mention how it showcases her vocal abilities and versatility
  42. lunaras_eevee
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    IT'S GOOD GOTTA GO TO THE ZACH SANG INTERVIEW BYEEEEeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
  43. Thankumarbles
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Perfection. The entire album is a vibe. I couldn’t have asked for anything better. It’s stunning. immaculate. 10/10 highly recommend listening.
  44. dababyjae
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Best album in the world, Nasty is my favorite song from the album but I like all of them 10/10 for each song
  45. chammouth
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    An absolute masterpiece! I am so proud of the growth and strength that resides in Ariana Grande‘s mind. This album spoke to me directly, and cured my hearts desires. It astonishes me how talented and wildly rhythmic Ariana is, her best album to date!
  46. etoleonardo
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This album is magical, sensitive, and sexy at the same time. It makes me feel completely safe and comfortable with myself and my sexiness, that's so welcoming at this moment.
  47. bartierangel
    Nov 1, 2020
    10
    An r&b masterpiece. In this record Ariana really artistically evolved, I know thats right.
  48. karlaxvillanuev
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Ariana has done it again, she never fails to bring us into her world and into her complexities and beautiful moments that make up her life.
  49. Davarguello
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. very good R&B album, I like how Ari can change gender without losing her sweet essence.… Expand
  50. Alex_sb
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Ariana Grande's most explicit album, the lyrics are totally charming, the album doesn't have any songs to skip, without a doubt the best album of next year will be positions.Ariana always exceeds our expectations.
  51. Jlsantana23
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. In a time when we are at home without being able to go to places of agitation, this album is wonderful, the sound of it is very peaceful.… Expand
  52. nhikonee
    Oct 31, 2020
    10
    Spectacular album! never been seen before from ariana. The flavour is very immaculate. Off the table featuring the weekend takes the crown for the best song in this album.
  53. Thanasisdiamant
    Oct 31, 2020
    10
    The global pandemic didn't stop her from making a pop-trap-r&b album. Her impact and her playful songs really make us feel great these days. Music should make you feel things and when we listen to positions we feel happy, nostalgic, risky, sexual and fierce. Positions is what we needed now, and even though it's a really different album we all love some Ariana Grande bops to have fun with.
  54. LuisRodolfo
    Oct 31, 2020
    10
    Es bastante atractivo y facil de amar sin duda un buen trabajo de ariana grande
  55. alimendes
    Oct 31, 2020
    5
    Ariana is an excellent singer, proving that her vocals are better with each work released. However, Positions is nowhere near his best work. This whole album seems to be made just to please fans and not a cohesive work.
  56. m0chael
    Oct 31, 2020
    10
    this album is genuinely amazing when you put down all expectations you have based on previous albums and just aim to enjoy it for what it is. it the continuation of grande’s storyline and she does an amazing job at delivering stunning vocals and lyrics that just make sense but are fun at the same time. she is making the music she wants to make with this one not the music people want.
  57. Cruelking
    Oct 31, 2020
    6
    ariana just wanted to continue the same THANK YOU NEXT theme sadly the pop princess this time it didn't work out, let's be honest, Positions looks like it's made in a blender like you put some THANK YOU NEXT AND sweeter. Unfortunately, we can say that the album is a remix of Thank U Next and Sweetner as well as being a poorly made and repetitive R&B genre.
  58. mimikab
    Nov 1, 2020
    6
    It's actually 6.5 for me.
    Some of the songs are good, but some are just meh...
    As a whole, I was disappointed in this album, because I've gotten used to getting better quality from Ariana.
    Also- she brought something new to the table in TUN and Sweetener, but not here.
  59. Timotinho
    Oct 31, 2020
    10
    Ariana explores her vocal potence in a wonderful way in this album. The lyrics of each song are super rich and she talks about sex in a luxurious way. Also, she show her versatility making a album that is so unlike her previous albums
  60. iamlyan
    Nov 1, 2020
    10
    positions isn’t just an “album”. it’s a gift to the world sent from the gods above. It’s an honor to the ears. It’s a muse so beautiful and out of this world. it’s more than an album, it’s a masterpiece better than anything on this planet.
  61. Arifolk
    Nov 1, 2020
    0
    No growth at all im disappointed
  62. Dsarcasticvirgo
    Nov 1, 2020
    6
    Something is off..... missing or is that just me
  63. raindropcriss
    Nov 2, 2020
    10
    the album is extraordinary, I can't stop listening to it. I love the vocals, I love Ariana, I love everything
  64. Kaua_pierre
    Nov 8, 2020
    10
    Ariana se arrisca em fazer o álbum R&B, o álbum é maduro ele fala da sua vivência atualmente, Ariana não tem medo de falar abertamente sobre sexo, o álbum mostra toda a sua potência vocal, desde voz de cabeça até whistle falado, My Hair é um ponto alto do álbum, um R&B bem feito
  65. ReyDavid1
    Nov 14, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ariana album is lacking in a few elements, She sounds like she in the same era as sweetener and thank you next. She sounds the same in every tracks and it's like the album wasn't out together on time. I JUST DON'T LIKE IT AND IT'S NOT APEALING TO THE AUDIENCE… Expand
  66. sabbaghadi
    Nov 15, 2020
    1
    i think that the whole album isn’t solid, the songs lyrics are literally trash, definitely not grande’s best album.
  67. kushalvanatwala
    Nov 15, 2020
    1
    Really boring. All of them sounds the same. Only liked one or two. I think she rushed it. Not her best piece of work.
  68. DebbieOrtecho
    Nov 15, 2020
    1
    I feel that Ariana in her attempt to make herself known as a sexual and free woman did not focus on her tone of voice reflecting what she says. All songs sound the same. There is no comparison to Sweetener.
  69. ivanseilerr
    Nov 21, 2020
    0
    dont like it sowy yyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy yuh yuh says ariana but not now huh yaaas
  70. HaveAnOlive
    Nov 22, 2020
    2
    It's depressing that she's receiving so much success from this album, it's really not as great as her other works and no tracks were very interesting or innovative. No new ground, this was a disappointment, there were much better albums this year than positions.
  71. AnaBAram
    Nov 23, 2020
    0
    Ariana is the McDonalds of the music industry, putting out music every few months in order to stay relevant and dominate the musical landscape. I would recommend more time and artistry in her next project.
  72. soyanah
    Nov 27, 2020
    10
    Ariana Gande nos trajo un album sorpresa lleno de arte, sin embargo siento que esperaba mas de esta fantastica artista
  73. Leawesome
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Ariana once again shows how varied and creative she is. None of her albums sound the same. She‘s trying out new styles everytime and shows us her inner feelings! I love it
  74. LISOCHIKOTOSA
    Feb 15, 2021
    6
    While the album is not awful i was definitely underwhelmed. I thought the album was a step backwards from her previous 2019 effort. Some of the songs are far too generic and underwritten . The albums central theme is sex which in itself is a good thing but the repetitiveness of some of these songs is a big let down. i do think the 3 collaborations are probably some of the best songs on theWhile the album is not awful i was definitely underwhelmed. I thought the album was a step backwards from her previous 2019 effort. Some of the songs are far too generic and underwritten . The albums central theme is sex which in itself is a good thing but the repetitiveness of some of these songs is a big let down. i do think the 3 collaborations are probably some of the best songs on the album, especially the one with Doja Cat. The lead single, Positions was also a strong tune which showcases her great vocals. The best song on the album has to POV ,a beautiful ballad, one of her best if i do say so myself. This album is just a step backwards for her, in my opinion.… Expand
  75. angel_swift
    Apr 10, 2021
    4
    In my view, this is the worst album by Ariana. I was expecting for this album for something better; I dislike the songwriting, talks much about s*x. Mostly about s*x, and I don’t like those songs that contain those lyrics. The production of the songs are almost the same. Sorry if I had to give this a 4/10 review, mostly in a song, I look up on the message and meaning of the song, and allIn my view, this is the worst album by Ariana. I was expecting for this album for something better; I dislike the songwriting, talks much about s*x. Mostly about s*x, and I don’t like those songs that contain those lyrics. The production of the songs are almost the same. Sorry if I had to give this a 4/10 review, mostly in a song, I look up on the message and meaning of the song, and all of the songs’ meanings are the same — which is yeah, s*x (you know that’s why she had a song called “34+35” and it talks about s*x position). I just liked one of the songs, which is pov. It’s the most meaningful one.… Expand
  76. favfolkers
    Apr 21, 2021
    0
    Worst album ever, ariana grande doesnt know how to make good music, she's overrated.
  77. Vegano2
    Jun 27, 2021
    0
    Todas as músicas do album são iguais,pensamos que a Ariana ia evoluir mas não evoluiu ela fez um album com o som atual que daqui a alguns meses vai ser esquecido (Já tá sendo esquecido) e esse é o pior album da Ariana
  78. freitasjulia
    Jul 30, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What’s new? looks like all the other albums she ever made, it could be so much better, she has potential.… Expand
  79. LuisGuz
    Nov 30, 2021
    0
    This álbum is so Bad, i really hate the sound, is like a TUN 2.0 but horrible akd unnecessary
  80. shameIess
    Oct 29, 2021
    3
    A basic album, with songs that look the same. Honestly, I don't think anyone – myself included – expected such a monotonous album. Ariana Grande is a very talented singer, but apparently she doesn't like to sing, as we can see when checking the length of the songs. She really needs to innovate. I hope your next album doesn't disappoint us or leave us to be desired like "Positions" did.
  81. SusanL
    Jan 6, 2022
    10
    it's a marvelous r&b album. Her vocal is literally the best. Can't wait her new album.
  82. alexmeloph
    Mar 14, 2023
    10
    Uno de los mejores álbumes de Ariana hablando de cualquier aspecto, desde letra hasta producción, esperamos con ansias su nuevo álbum porque Ariana nunca decepciona
  83. martinezz
    Oct 24, 2022
    10
    Truly her best album,exquisite,i wish it would have had a lot more of promo and of devotion from her and i also wish it was longer and that the deluxe tracks had bridge.
    Although all that,this album is a highlight in the music industry,vocal and lyrical wise.
  84. TheMrNova
    Oct 31, 2020
    0
    Ariadna Glande delivers again! One of the best albums of the year. Finest R&B. This is gonna win a lot of Kids Choice Awards next year!
  85. matthewmirliani
    Oct 30, 2020
    9
    Positions is Grande’s most understated work since Christmas & Chill - an EP it mimics with its sparkling but soft dinner music mellowness. It’s perhaps not the work we expected from her, but the quietness and subtlety of it makes it more daring and sophisticated of an artistic statement than a return to the Sweetener era would have been. She sounds confident and at peace, and the airinessPositions is Grande’s most understated work since Christmas & Chill - an EP it mimics with its sparkling but soft dinner music mellowness. It’s perhaps not the work we expected from her, but the quietness and subtlety of it makes it more daring and sophisticated of an artistic statement than a return to the Sweetener era would have been. She sounds confident and at peace, and the airiness of the album allows the listener to truly appreciate the loveliness and versatility of her voice. It’s Madonna’s Erotica meets Mariah Carey’s Butterfly meets the year 2020.… Expand
  86. 0987
    Oct 31, 2020
    7
    Definitely a listenable album, but comparing to "Sweetener" and "Thank U Next", definitely not a masterpiece. It's good, not bad at all, but not excellent.
  87. Skydog
    Nov 3, 2020
    0
    Terrible album. You can tell all the 10's are bots paid from her record company.. half of them have no character or charisma...
  88. Matheuscyrus
    Mar 27, 2021
    0
    Horrível, ariana não ta acertando os albuns atualmente, saudades DW, unico album digno!
  89. hebercae
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Sem dúvidas é um dos melhores albuns da Ariana. O ritmo das músicas tras uma nostalgia incrivel.
  90. vitortfv
    Dec 3, 2020
    6
    After 'Sweetener', it turns difficult to listen to Ariana's albums willingly. I look forward to the day that she will step out of her comfort zone, as all the latest albums sound the same. And 'Positions' is no different, it has powerful vocals as always, but songs with repetitive and somewhat sickening verses. Highlight for 'pov', which proved to be the most interesting song, perhapsAfter 'Sweetener', it turns difficult to listen to Ariana's albums willingly. I look forward to the day that she will step out of her comfort zone, as all the latest albums sound the same. And 'Positions' is no different, it has powerful vocals as always, but songs with repetitive and somewhat sickening verses. Highlight for 'pov', which proved to be the most interesting song, perhaps overshadowing even 'off the table' and 'safety net', songs that also deserve some recognition. Besides, a forgettable album which seems to have been made in a hurry.… Expand
  91. ANDERSONCOSTA17
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Um dos seus melhores álbuns, um trabalho muito maduro e de qualidade, não é inovador, mas fico feliz que ela esteja se encontrando no R&B.
  92. foryouidid
    Oct 30, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album has no redeeming factor. The productions are lazy, the lyrics are bad and the vocals are so overdone. This sounds like a Changes reject album. Ariana hasnt brought anything new to the table. No growth. No evolution. It’s just a bad album.… Expand
  93. edjoeheras
    Nov 9, 2020
    6
    A very lackluster album, but definitely not a bad one. Love that R&B feeling. I just wish Ariana would've put a little more of love into it. POV is my favorite. 34+35 is such a fun track too.
  94. LuizFelipe
    Nov 1, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mais um álbum "grower", atualmente não compreendido, mas futuramente amado por todos, aconteceu com o "Sweetener", e com outras artistas, como a Beyoncé com o "4", e a Rihanna com o "Anti"... a recepção crítica foi morna, mas hoje em dia são aclamados pelas mesmas que reclamaram! Temos uma ótima faixa título, que cresce a cada ouvida, e as músicas com participações são impecáveis. Apenas na primeira faixa "shut up", há uma dificuldade de absorver, mas no geral o álbum é incrível!!
    Não tem como dar 9.5, então vai um 10.0 mesmo, Parabéns!!!    … Expand
  95. eleazarharmoniz
    Oct 30, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. one of the most dull and lackluster albums I've heard in the last years. no personality or artistry was showcased throughout the 14 tracks. many critics have pointed out that the album feels like it's missing something, and it is, it's missing a purpose. it's unfortunate that ariana, having one of the best voices in the industry, has nothing to say or offer as an artist. not a single track that I would want to add to my playlist (there's always at least one, even kn the worst albums), not a single standout track to be claimed by the fanbase. just a very very sad attempt of an album from an artist with no vision or ambitions.… Expand
  96. LilScience
    Jan 13, 2022
    6
    Um álbum r&b que não impressiona por muita coisa, faixas aceitáveis, confesso que esperava mais do sucessor do 'thank u, next', o primeiro single de primeiro não gostei, mas fui ouvindo e agradou; já o seu segundo single 34+35 achei o clipe bem produzido porém acho que a letra ficou a desejar, seguindo o mesmo estilo das músicas que estão sendo sucesso nas paradas.

    Faixas favoritas:    Um álbum r&b que não impressiona por muita coisa, faixas aceitáveis, confesso que esperava mais do sucessor do 'thank u, next', o primeiro single de primeiro não gostei, mas fui ouvindo e agradou; já o seu segundo single 34+35 achei o clipe bem produzido porém acho que a letra ficou a desejar, seguindo o mesmo estilo das músicas que estão sendo sucesso nas paradas.

    Faixas favoritas: motive, positions, just like magic e nasty.    … Expand
  97. Andreiagreda
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This is without a doubt her best work yet. From low notes to showing off whistle notes, this album shows vocal growth and material growth. She ditched her usually pop upbeat songs into an r&b filled album which she has created exceptionally. The album has no skips and every track is single-worthy. A perfect 10/10.
  98. minhthuann
    Oct 30, 2020
    0
    Really boring album. Literally all the songs sound THE SAME. Nothing good. Sweetener and Dangerous Woman are much better. 0 stars.
  99. WesArmstrong
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Great album! She's doing an amazing job finding out her own way. Positions give us a 70's vibe in 2020
  100. mattheushmc
    Oct 30, 2020
    0
    É impressionante como a Ariana parou no tempo, entregando o mesmo do mesmo sempre, adoro voce ari, mas assim nao da
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72

Generally favorable reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 24
  3. Negative: 0 out of 24
  1. Paste Magazine
    Dec 2, 2020
    72
    Grande is making no effort to be discreet, instead explicitly owning her sexuality—the album is called Positions, after all. The juxtaposition of beautiful violin sounds and risqué lyrics has become one of Grande’s signature sounds, and it suits her well.
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  2. The Observer (UK)
    Nov 9, 2020
    80
    Grande laid bare may well be seen as a stopgap in her canon, using taboo to checkmate her past trauma, but it does pull off the rare feat of at least sounding effortless.
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  3. PopMatters
    Nov 5, 2020
    80
    With little conflict and few psychological insights, Positions zeroes in on the enviable confidence that only pop stars on top of the world and with nothing to lose can afford. It's easy to write it off as empty calories, but pop has always been described in such terms: cake, candy, chocolate, confection. Positions isn't a "sweetener" but pure sugar.
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