Rare
by Selena Gomez
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8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 9647 Ratings

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  1. mellark22
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Depois de 4 anos de espera, finalmente esse álbum saiu e posso dizer que é maravilhoso, e com musicas deliciosas, dançantes e intensas.
    A selena merece o mundo e todo sucesso também.
  2. sweaterweather
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    What a great way to start the 20's! After 4 years in the making of Selena Gomez's long awaited third studio album, it's safe to say the waiting and big anticipation has been generously rewarded. In a time where the music market is filled up with generic trap and r&b songs, getting to listen to "RARE" is like a new fresh breath of air that gives you a taste of euphoria and bliss. It'sWhat a great way to start the 20's! After 4 years in the making of Selena Gomez's long awaited third studio album, it's safe to say the waiting and big anticipation has been generously rewarded. In a time where the music market is filled up with generic trap and r&b songs, getting to listen to "RARE" is like a new fresh breath of air that gives you a taste of euphoria and bliss. It's doesn't require a master's degree to see how the pop star's sound has evolved in a miraculously the best way possible though it's not also quite surprising after Gomez tasted the waters back in 2017 with "Bad Liar" & "Fetish" when they became two of her most critically acclaimed songs from her discography as "Bad Liar" became the number 1 song of the that year according to Billboard critics. All of the songs fit perfectly into the album's concept and theme both lyrically and sonically and it's obvious that Gomez has found her sound in music, a sound that not everyone is willing and able to pull up. Throughout the tracks the singer makes it very clear there's no place in her life for anything but confidence, self-acceptance and strength as she also embraces her own vulnerability and weaknesses. With the release of "RARE", Gomez raises the bar quite high and it may be hard for other artists to reach it any time soon as more and more established pop artists lean towards the "new wave" sound. With all said, it's more than clear that "RARE" is truly her best body of work (so far!) and we are only yet to see and witness the pop princess's next music triumphs.… Expand
  3. RafaelFSoares
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Muito bom! Esse álbum da Selena é totalmente maravilhoso. Ela merece isso e muito mais!
  4. Eyub
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    A body of work! Heavenly sounds, vulnerability and honesty. Selena shows matirity in this MASTERPIECE
  5. Elijah14
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Best album ever. Selena did that omg fjdjfisndksidnfndiwnjdidjwkxnwkdiebfjdjd
  6. eujunior
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    this is a masterpiece, Selena is a great singer and multiple artist, thankyou for this album angel
  7. Otacilio
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This new step of Selena career is basically Pop Perfection: Honest, Funny & Vulnerable, just as promissed. From the very first track to the last one, it keeps the rhythm with the same new taste and exciment we love from her.
  8. DavidArc
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Love this piece of art, is everything!
    Selena's new album is the most beautiful album
  9. eddie1197
    Jun 5, 2020
    10
    an amazing album! no skips, each song is a masterpiece! all the songs were extremely catchy and memorable!
  10. heyrodolfo
    Jan 15, 2020
    10
    It’s amazing to see how far she’s come. An upbeat album with great lyrics anyone can relate and excellent production. Congrats to Sel and her team!
  11. LouisPruz
    Dec 2, 2020
    10
    I really proud of Selena, she's really rocking with this album, all the songs are very good, I'm shocking 'bout that.
    The best songs? Lose You To Love Me, Look at Her Now and A Sweeter Place
  12. Lucasele
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    O álbum possui uma sonoridade incrível,possui composições de peso e é estremamente pessoal
  13. Camilo79
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Rare es el mejor al álbum de toda su carrera
    Cada letra, cada ritmo es algo mágico, desde que empieza hasta que acaba el álbum te envuelve por completo, una producción impecable, donde podemos escuhar a una Selena más madura, más segura,más empoderada, simplemente este álbum nos habla de autosuperación, su voz suena mucho más experimentada, con una mejor técnica, cada canción cuenta una    Rare es el mejor al álbum de toda su carrera
    Cada letra, cada ritmo es algo mágico, desde que empieza hasta que acaba el álbum te envuelve por completo, una producción impecable, donde podemos escuhar a una Selena más madura, más segura,más empoderada, simplemente este álbum nos habla de autosuperación, su voz suena mucho más experimentada, con una mejor técnica, cada canción cuenta una pequeña historia de los últimos 4 años, un álbum muy bien pensado y muy bien producido, se nota el esfuerzo que Selena puso en este álbum.     … Expand
  14. Zoryy
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album is a masterpiece. So cohesive and deep. Beautiful lyrics and production. Selena has an artistry and vision that i truly rare to find. She conveys emotion and delivers quality. Her best album ever.… Expand
  15. evidoti
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    After almost 5 years,Selena finally realeased her new album.Rare,a graceful name,sounds equally graceful.Selena has finally founded her musical personality and Rare is her most personal album.A painful but necessary side of a unhappy story.Congratulations,Selena.
  16. Josue656
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Incredibly cohesive and leaves fans content and wanting more of this newly found sound by Miss. Gomez.
  17. lurcas
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    I just wanna thank you for this amazing, inspiring and powerful album full of emotions. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, I love you Selena
  18. Lflhhlfok
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Selena gomez showed with this album that she's a Real queen ! All the songs are bops ! It's all about confidence, selflove and vulnerability. Her best album to date and one of the best ever !
  19. zaynsfetish
    Jan 10, 2020
    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...
  20. MaxikMM
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Очень прекрасный альбом. Все песни супер. Селена лучшая!

    #SelenaGomez #Rare    … Expand
  21. Eden87
    Feb 18, 2020
    10
    This album has no skips. Production, lyrics, vocals are all well done. My favorites are Crowded Room and Sweeter Places.
  22. victorialiewind
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    One of the best pop albums released in last 6 months. It's actually the best Selena's work. Album feels like something new and lyrics are really adult. I think Selena is giving a good start for this decade.
  23. Selenator13
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Íncrível como selegend só dá orgulho. Rare é bem diferente do revival. Mas calmo e na zona de conforto de selena. Um hinario sem precedentes. Felizmente não irão se arrepender ao ouvir
  24. valeryadrianaa
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    this album is AMAZINGLY COHESIVE, it shows her most mature self & it’s a fun album. At a first listen, you’re like “oh okay, that different” but a good different. you can tell she has a lot of control over this album & her vocal growth is amazing
  25. Noora7939
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    In recent years, pop music has become non black artists trying to dip their toes in trap music and black adjacent music, and while it does sound good at that moment, it doesn’t necessarily age well in the meantime. Selena sticks true to her roots and lets the public know that she appreciates pop music. This album is definitely sweet, and so is A Sweeter Place featuring Kid Cudi (theIn recent years, pop music has become non black artists trying to dip their toes in trap music and black adjacent music, and while it does sound good at that moment, it doesn’t necessarily age well in the meantime. Selena sticks true to her roots and lets the public know that she appreciates pop music. This album is definitely sweet, and so is A Sweeter Place featuring Kid Cudi (the closing track of the album). This album recognizes confidence, self growth, and being your own savior instead of letting someone else save you all while keeping the songs catchy. Listen closely to the lyrics and you can tell she does not need someone to be her hero, she is her own hero. This is very Tove Lo inspired, and that is true modern day pop music. The production is superb, and so are the lyrics. Great job Selena, this tasty album was worth the 4 year wait.… Expand
  26. tsr
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    such an amazing album! every single track is a bop, definitely my favorite selena album
  27. Dany22
    Jul 29, 2020
    10
    Nos volvieron a traer a la selena que amamos de stars dance, con ritmos actuales y muy disco ,un excelente trabajo
  28. incleyoon
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    omg this is just the best selena album i loved this so much thank you selena
  29. Mariomcm
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Arte de inicio a fin! La producción del álbum es tan bueno y hace que no te aburra ninguna canción
  30. Shad123
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    I'm not a Selena Gomez fan, and tuned in to hear the song with Kid Cudi. But I ended up streaming the entire album from end-to-end. Memorable songs with catchy production that stick in your head!
  31. Hugoswift
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    uma verdadeira obra prima, os 4 anos de espera realmente valeram a pena, AOTY 2021! amém, Selena Gomez
  32. Nestor1989
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Arte sjskksjsjsarwtebsjajabsnl,lfldldlldldldldldlldkeleldleldkdkkdldkskkskskskskslslslslslsls… Expand
  33. buteratx04
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    queen of pop omg socorro aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
  34. Cadelinhadasel
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Álbum perfeito e sem nenhum defeito. Selena é incrível em absolutamente tudo que se propõe e fazer.… Expand
  35. wtroyard
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    que álbum!
    obrigado Selena, você trouxe com muita autenticidade músicas realmente boas. o sentimento pulsante predomina e ouvir Rare é basicamente um privilégio.
    você não poderia ter contado o que viveu durante esses conturbados e longos 4 anos de melhor forma. #aoty
  36. Hasoon10
    Mar 15, 2020
    10
    Every song in the album tells a beautiful story, and I am ready to hear each story a million times.
  37. Mauricritic
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Arte en todo su explendor aqui podemos observar la evolucion vocal y artistica de selena,deja bien alto su nombre sin duda artistico
  38. Losticboy
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    A beautiful way to represent growing of soul and maturity of a human, a beautiful message of love for yourself
  39. JAGMON2306
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Gomez not only makes an album full of sounds that catch you, but it's also her own flag with which she grows in love without differences and how telling different stories cure shimsty.
  40. ExoRoman
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Yaas i love it welcomes back selena gomez stream rare now in every platform xox
  41. Josegaray
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Amo la forma en que Selena expresa todo lo que siente en este álbum, uno de los mejores de ella
  42. NathanGregoriio
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    The album is amazing, nice to hear, the vibe is great and i'm so proud for Selena and your new project
  43. Lolllllllll
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    ITS SO gooooood omg selena i love you só MUCH!!! thank you for this baby ly
  44. joellycardoso
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    selena is an example of artistic and musical evolution, this album sounds so good
  45. sleo131
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    muito bom muito bom muito bom muito bom muito bom muito bom muito bom muito bom muito bom muito bom muito bom muito bom muito bom muito bom muito bom muito bom muito bom muito bom muito bom muito bom muito bom muito bom muito bom muito bom muito bom muito bom muito bom muito bom muito bom
  46. Jwliard
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Crowded room is perfect and Vulnerable is even better! A pop perfection!!! Selena is everything. Best girly pop right now… Expand
  47. fifthjupiter
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    A unique sound that differs from Gomez’s past releases. Artistic growth shines through
  48. themoral
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    El mejor album de selenaaa por el momento, gracias dioslena por salvarnos de tanta yummy
  49. Dilary
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    No lo he escuchado completo, pero a lo que va, es interesante, volveré a modificar mi calificación una vez que termine de escucharlo.
  50. afsgkll
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Selena entregando mais um trabalho maduro e impecável e mostrando a artista que ela é
  51. callsmebri
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Queen!! She did THAT. Her best album ever, the album was worth the wait. I'm so proud of her and she deserves all the best things in this world.
  52. eturner141
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    I love everything about this album Selena's vocals have grown immensely and her songwriting abilities are just out of this world and not only that but the album is so cohesive with it sound Rare is absolutely amazing I will be listening to it on repeat
  53. howzxam
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Perfeito, não tem defeito nenhum e é possível sentir todas as emoções que ela quis transmitir
  54. cruelpatty
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Esse é simplesmente perfeito, eu tô tão feliz pela selena ela ta anos trabalhando nesse álbum é agora entregou um trabalho top para oas fãs
  55. rafaelacastro
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    this is so far the best work selena has done. a truly lesson of self-love and acepption. y'all she's here and she's gonna stay
  56. igorspcoxta
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    The way she always outcomes herself is crazy, such a cohesive beautiful body of work. You can feel what she's singing in each song.
  57. 2125ju
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    It’s the best album of her career! Full of self love, empowerment and honest, Rare is a masterpiece.
  58. xvxch
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    queen of pop snapped!periodtttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttt
  59. oftenweekndxo
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Simplesmente perfeito!
    não esperava menos da lenda. A demora valeu a pena, pois me surpreendi.
  60. Ranit
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Very refreshing and unique. Selena was experimenting with new sound and it fits her voice perfectly! Lyrics are dope too. Well done Sel!
  61. dudafmirandac
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    perfect, is a bop. uma bíblia sonora. selena gomez ARTISTA! ****** ****** sonha
  62. sgcmilas
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    álbum da década, merece todos os prêmios do mundo!!! o pisao em quem duvidava
  63. Srabv
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    I’m in love with every song in this album, The lyrics are amazing I felt every word she said, And her voice!! oh my god it’s so soft i fell relax when I listen to her, Her voice is really angelic and her songs always good.
  64. Laucajigas
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    It’s so good, i mean for me it’s almost perfect, I just love how it’s kinda the thing of starting to love yourself implicit in the album
  65. oliveirx
    Jan 15, 2020
    10
    perfeito, o álbum é um livro aberto sobre a vida de Selena Gomez. É perceptível que ela evoluiu bastante nesses últimos quatro anos
  66. honeysmila
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This album is so fresh and unique, her vocals are flawless. Crowded Room might be the best track. And Rare her best work.
  67. maryyyyyyyyyy
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    selena lenda rainha queen
    e vamis de eu nao sei o aue escrever hmkkkkkkkkkkk
  68. gotcure
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    O álbum é tão intenso, e mostra através de melodias e letras tudo que a Selena passou em seu antigo relacionamento extremamente tóxico
  69. Amet
    Feb 2, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Hay me pareció un álbum muy bueno más maduro.Selena se muestra muy personal y se despoja de todo su pasado para abrazar un mejor futuro.Amandose a ella isla por encima de todo❤️… Expand
  70. jpurumn
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Best album from Selena Gomez, I feel like this is the best pop album since taylor swift's 1989 THIS IS THAT GOOD
  71. samcritic
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    It’s just a perfection!
    Vulnerable is my favorite right now and all album is a bop
  72. lorenzoxx
    Jan 12, 2020
    10
    This body of work is so good. I'm so proud of her and how far she has come. She has matured a lot when it comes to the sound and also the lyrics, they are pure gold. I really hope this era gets promoted in the right way 'cause this girl deserves it!
  73. janhendrik
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    QUEEN SELENA PERIOD! Her best album yet and of the best albums ever. Everything from the production and lyrics is literally *cheff's kiss*
  74. Leoperez5
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Worth the wait!
    Some of my favorites are: Ring, Cut You Off, and Let Me Get Me
  75. tayvoodoo
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    amazing, such artistic growth and confidence we LOVE to see it
    a great progress from revival
    LOOK AT HER NOW
  76. dpoveda02
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Me encanto la nueva Selena Gómez que ha creado una maravilla de álbum wow ella es asombrosa la amo SÚPER RECOMENDABLE ❤️
  77. dispiew_
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. aqui vemos uma Selena mais madura e seu álbum mais pessoal, aonde ela decidiu (de forma madura) nos mostrar tudo o que ela passou pra ter uma amor próprio, e ela divide isso conosco, nos ajudando a passar por momentos o qual ela já passo… Expand
  78. harshvardhan19
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Beautiful album by the Queen Selena herself, i just love this album in every sense. It's so perfect and amazing.… Expand
  79. alrsccp
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This album represents not only Selena musical evolution but also her care and self-love, eclectic and catchy songs, amazing album
  80. nathevis
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Sonoridade e letras muito boas, gostei da batida das músicas e a composição de cada uma delas
  81. BIXCOITO
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Gostei, musicais bem pessoais e sinceras. Quem gostou bate palma quem não gostou que vá para a p#ta que o par!u.
  82. canyomoon
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    brilliant, talented, never the same, absolutely amazing. THE LYRICS ARE EVERYTHING, revival was good, but rare? it's definitely her best album period
  83. raf4
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    selena gomez é uma lenda mesmo nada que ela faça nao vai ser bom, sempre entrega músicas de qualidade e de significado, chocando 0 pessoas. impecável, merece mais que 10. selena eu reconheço que você é rara!
  84. Cataaaa
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    OMG I LOVE THIS ALBUM SO MUCH I can’t even tell what’s my favorite song cause I love the whole album
  85. Loryneto
    Jan 13, 2020
    10
    Melhor álbum da carreira as faixas se conectam Selena está de parabéns , álbum maduro e coeso
  86. adrianspardo
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Magical, iconic, legendary, perfect, her best album to date. This album is so different, it really shows off her growth as an artist and as a person
  87. Umagranger
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Her most personal albums, and Cudi and selena verse is so good all songs are single worthy!!
  88. MARTINCARDENAS
    Jul 28, 2020
    10
    For me, the best album by Selena. a wide variety of sounds and letters, perfect for every moment
  89. bjorkaholic
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This album shown a clear evolution of Selena as an artist, mixed with good production in conjecture with those good compositions, her most mature, impactful and powerful work, even when songs like Ring or Kinda Crazy seems to be simple... they win a special meaning when we talk about the whole album
  90. Nishanth
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    POP PERFECTION!

    Honestly this album is a masterpiece and topped her last album REVIVAL (which is a good and trendsetting album in 2015).
    People who don't like this album I respect your opinion but sorry your taste sucks. The versatility and the production in this album are extraordinary. I can't praise Selena enough, brilliant album. Honestly shocked in a good way.
  91. FerSoulIrigoyen
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    RARE by Selena Gomez it´s amazing. I just can´t explain how good it is. It's a wonderful fresh air to my soul.
  92. Alma618
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Cada cancion es tan especial y en cada una tiene algo que decirnos. es simplemente fantástico.
  93. Anwonder
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Um álbum coeso, que mostra o amadurecimento de Gomez, valeu a espera, rare conseguiu superar seu antecessor revival
  94. Thiagomkt1
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    I loved !! The album is amazing. my favorite song is a sweeter place!!!!!!
  95. rijadbrkic
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Its beautiful. Has a great message and I think everyone who wants to learn to love themselves needs to listen to this album. Tracks like Cut you off and Vulnerable are a great example of growth
  96. samara123
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    O álbum é um exemplo de coesão com um pop leve que combina com a voz de Selena.
  97. camillaglenda
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    One of her best albums ever! Selena has such a sweet voice! loved it. keep listening all day long
  98. Shadi18
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    I love it, It's Masterpiece, Album of the Decade, I love the Lyrics, the Vocals, the Choruses, everything, thing, thing.
  99. vicenzo
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    o álbum está simplesmente perfeito e os vídeosclipes também. ring e rare são as melhores faixas de "rare"
  100. Ariolator
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This is literally one of the best albums this year so far, so personal, so honest....I'm not even her fan (but i'll think about it)
    She makes good album, unlike her ex
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. Slant Magazine
    Jan 15, 2020
    60
    Rare continually teases intriguing forays into leftfield pop, but so many of the album’s experiments come off as just that, without ever crystallizing with memorable hooks.
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  2. musicOMH.com
    Jan 14, 2020
    80
    The record she has delivered to kickstart a new decade is a career defining release, and from a pop star who is firmly back on top of her game.
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  3. Pitchfork
    Jan 14, 2020
    68
    While none of these 13 songs attempt the subtle weirdness of “Bad Liar” and the emotional thesis—self-love!—can be a bit one-note, Rare is the 27-year-old’s most cohesive record to date. ... But it’s difficult to come away from Rare with any real perspective on who Gomez is other than that she doesn’t want to be the person she was, whoever that similarly mysterious shadow was.
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