Solar Power
by Lorde
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Aug 20, 2021
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8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 1363 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 134 out of 1363
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  1. noahjwhite
    Aug 21, 2021
    9
    In short, this is a Jack Antonoff vanity project. Lorde shines on a few tracks (Stoned at the Nail Salon). Unfortunately, most of the album sounds like a "Chemtrails" B-Side. It's like Jack said, "hey Lorde, I have these songs Lana couldn't work with, can you?" Lorde proceeded to polish Jack's turd. Why did I give it a 9? Because it's still great overall and few tracks are amazing.
  2. yuvraj5621
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    An absolutely beautiful album! It's about appreciating the life that you have. All the little moments. It's a reminder not everything in life has to be this big bang. I like that. I guess after going through everything we have in the last one and a half year, that's the reminder we needed!
  3. 2002oliver
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    no podía esperar menos de la madre de la música, una vez más Lorde demostrando su versatilidad con este trabajo
  4. celineisthegoat
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    10/10 for me, the album is so dreamy. I love the intrumentals and honestly everything in general.
  5. Naley
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This is so chill and fresh at the same time, totally new sound in Lorde, the entire album it feels so close and warming
  6. Hanh0315
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This album is amazing. It’s different from what she had made the last few years, but it’s experimental and pretty much a grower on me (except fallen fruit and mood ring which is an instant bop). IM IN LOVE WITH THIS NEW DIRECTION!!
  7. markignaciorazo
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    It's not Lorde's problem that you still has an unresolved trauma with your ex and that you're expecting for another Melodrama album. Well, bestie you're just unhappy. Don't blame it to The Lorde. Get therapy.
  8. Nirjal
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love love love each and every track of this album. It's so different from pure heroin and melodrama. And I quite think that this album emphasizes on conserving nature. I loved this I hope we can enjoy this album without caring about biased and tasteless critics and their ratings. It's a masterpiece. - A cutie who worships the sun… Expand
  9. instantflare
    Sep 9, 2021
    3
    After Lorde's amazing, groundbreaking Melodrama, Solar Power seems weak in comparison, with the same, airy and boring theme running through. The lyricism is also subpar. The ideas that are trying to be presented are either not being done well or just weak. I don't know what happened to Lorde but this is definitely a great disappointment.
  10. b1811
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    every time i listen to solar power i learn a new thing, discover a new meaning, hear a new sound. this album is like a mine, the more you dig the more gems you find in this masterpiece of a record. this album is something to digest and savour over time. lorde has created an experience, not just an album.
  11. Lucasgoode
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O álbum é muito diferente ao que estamos acostumados, mas foi extremamente bem construído a vibe solar e de conexão da natureza, algo que estamos precisando em 2021 e com o início das mudanças climáticas permanentes. STONED AT THE NAIL SALON é o suco do que é Lorde e o seu álbum, a mudança de seu 16 anos, até agora.… Expand
  12. lordeonvinyl
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Lorde has done it again! A MASTERPIECE! This is very different from her previous albums so don’t go in expecting Melodrama 2 but that’s what I love about Lorde. She is always mixing up genres and creating new sounds that keep you guessing. This album….is AMAZING! It’s the perfect combo of the 60’s and 2000’s and strange in the best way possible. It’s full of key changes, sound effects,Lorde has done it again! A MASTERPIECE! This is very different from her previous albums so don’t go in expecting Melodrama 2 but that’s what I love about Lorde. She is always mixing up genres and creating new sounds that keep you guessing. This album….is AMAZING! It’s the perfect combo of the 60’s and 2000’s and strange in the best way possible. It’s full of key changes, sound effects, cicadas, laughter, and so many little nuances that make it the perfect addition to Lorde’s music. Everyone go stream solar power NOW! This is a cult classic album that will be around for many years to come.… Expand
  13. RMP0
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Totally different sound. With each album she's grew as a person, which is totally visible throughout this entire record. Would highly reccomend, fallen fruit being her best track on the album, a letter to her parents generation on the climate crisis that hadn't been addressed when it should of been. 10/10
  14. brennostg
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    AMAZING! This album is soft and mature, and has some extraordinary tracks like Fallen Fruit, The Path and California. It ends with Oceanic Feeling, that close the album with so much feeling and emotion. Lorde is flawless as always.
  15. ynnlscp
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    calling it a masterpiece now and you will too, it embodies sunshine and life as no one did
  16. ryanswanky
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Lorne’s music always comes at the right time with messages that we all need to hear. This album is no exception.
  17. queenbee1
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    Can we appreciate this new art that takes 4 years to arrive? I see a lot of people were expecting a Melodrama 2.0, but if Lorde does that then you will say “she is not reinventing herself”. So what now? APPRECIATE THIS ART, OR BETTER STOP LISTENING TO LORDE.

    Este álbum tiene un 10/10 and you can't change my mind, haters.
  18. Fahimaniaz
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    The whole album reminds me of the beach and I love the ocean it clams me down-the album did exactly that. The vocals were soothing, perfectly combined with the strings.

    Her writing is what stands out to me the most. In every song, she writes about this connection with nature that I adore. I can see myself playing this at the Beach. Amazing vibes and completely different from her previous    The whole album reminds me of the beach and I love the ocean it clams me down-the album did exactly that. The vocals were soothing, perfectly combined with the strings.

    Her writing is what stands out to me the most. In every song, she writes about this connection with nature that I adore. I can see myself playing this at the Beach. Amazing vibes and completely different from her previous works.

    As of now, my top three tracks are: Oceanic Feeling, California and Big Star.    … Expand
  19. pinkputotoy
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is unbelievable ncncnnckdkdndjjcjcjcj jj j n jcj nncn n n n nn n n n n nn… Expand
  20. hjakfkajdj
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    People needs to realize that she's never gonna make another Melodrama nor Pure Heroine. She's grown out of the angsty teen/heartbroken phase of her life. She's a grown woman now, she's happy, and she still makes great music. But we shouldn't rely on her to make the same type of music over and over again because she's never gonna do that. She's gonna continue experimenting with differentPeople needs to realize that she's never gonna make another Melodrama nor Pure Heroine. She's grown out of the angsty teen/heartbroken phase of her life. She's a grown woman now, she's happy, and she still makes great music. But we shouldn't rely on her to make the same type of music over and over again because she's never gonna do that. She's gonna continue experimenting with different sounds and not a lot of people are gonna like that.… Expand
  21. taylorde13
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    Lorde did it again. Loved the album. It's growing on me pretty nicely. Perfect summer album.
  22. MichaelJ13
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    An album full of magic, I loved it in its entirety. The vibe, the sounds, LOVED IT ALL
  23. olearja
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    There is beautiful lyricism in this album and the vocals and harmonies really tie everything together
  24. Stephaniecm
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    This album gets better every listen, the more you understand what's behinf the lyrics. So good.
  25. jliltd
    Aug 21, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 'Solar Power' possibly contains some of the best songwriting from Lorde yet. The lyrics are highly visual and at times nod at Lorde's former record 'Melodrama' with slight references and intentional contradictions. It is a completely new sound with clear influences of 60s and at times 2000s pop. If you go into 'Solar Power' expecting anything similar to 'Melodrama' you are in for some HUGE disappointment... It is not logical to compare these two albums because they are reflections of two very different stages in Lorde's life. One deals with sadness and teen angst while the other introduces a more mature input and flawless summery imagery that transports the listener to 'The Island'. Not many albums can do that. I'd recommend listening to the whole album a few times if you are struggling with the change in sound, I promise you'll love it.
    A lot of us have already gotten everything we could from 'Melodrama', the last thing we wanted or expected was a follow up to that. My favourite lyric in the entire album is: 'Now the cherry black lipstick is gathering dust in the drawer, I don't need her anymore, 'cause I got this power.'

    I think a lot of the people that think negatively of this album and are refusing to give it a chance should think deeply about that quote. Things change, just like the seasons     … Expand
  26. Arthurcbg
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    lord really knew how to reinvent himself and create a desired atmosphere of calm that anyone who listens falls in love. AS GOOD AS THE OTHER ALBUMS
  27. ryuminseok
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    Solar Power is freaking underrated by the critics. And i want this album to have a well deserved score from the critics
  28. misscupcakke
    Aug 26, 2021
    3
    After a work of art like Melodrama, we expected a lot. Unfortunately, we didn't get what we expected.
    The album is empty, it has no feelings, the composition is weak, the production is clearly what keeps the critics good grades. Lorde could have done so much more, she's a good songwriter, she's proven it over and over with several songs, she tried to innovate but fell into a hole where I    After a work of art like Melodrama, we expected a lot. Unfortunately, we didn't get what we expected.
    The album is empty, it has no feelings, the composition is weak, the production is clearly what keeps the critics good grades. Lorde could have done so much more, she's a good songwriter, she's proven it over and over with several songs, she tried to innovate but fell into a hole where I believe she won't rise again.

    I hope that in the future, Lorde can show us her talent again, because on this album, she showed that maybe, she is no longer capable of making works of art.    … Expand
  29. lanaaas
    Aug 30, 2021
    1
    I was very disappointed in this album. I expected something better. Dont start with the “she’s happier now” or “you said that with melodrama”, thats not what I mean by better. I meant better. The album seems anticlimactic, all the songs have the same boring energy. Only good song is mood ring.
  30. Yammmmm
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    This is so disappointing, boring, without music without voice, flat. Where’s the spectacular voice of lorde????
  31. killerlover24
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Beautiful instrumentation and lyrics. This new album is so experimental in Lorde’s career but, also fascinating. The production is so exquisite and quite cohesive. If you’re expecting for a «Melodrama 2.0», you won’t find it but, you’ll get some vibes.
  32. Eian
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    A collection of soothing, calm summery feelings intricately weaved through Lorde’s signature lyricism. This new album is definitely different from her past works, and yet she did not fail to deliver a more beautiful set of tunes that almost heal the pain she caused with Melodrama. Solar Power brings an unexpectedly dreamy experience, very different not only from the past Lorde but alsoA collection of soothing, calm summery feelings intricately weaved through Lorde’s signature lyricism. This new album is definitely different from her past works, and yet she did not fail to deliver a more beautiful set of tunes that almost heal the pain she caused with Melodrama. Solar Power brings an unexpectedly dreamy experience, very different not only from the past Lorde but also amongst the repetitive pop music that modern music offers as of this writing, in the same manner that Pure Heroine changed the landscape for contemporary songs.… Expand
  33. sneaky12
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Lorde understood the assignment. I only wish the album would have come out sooner in the Summer
  34. selsmanic
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This album is majestic, she truly made such a cohesive album with beautiful lyrics, her vocals are perfect and the production is just wonderful. This is the exact album you could expect from her after being 4/5 years getting stoned on beaches in New Zealand away from the public eye and living her best life. Her alternative sound now with a 2000s acoustic guitar/piano production is theThis album is majestic, she truly made such a cohesive album with beautiful lyrics, her vocals are perfect and the production is just wonderful. This is the exact album you could expect from her after being 4/5 years getting stoned on beaches in New Zealand away from the public eye and living her best life. Her alternative sound now with a 2000s acoustic guitar/piano production is the perfect mix, a lot of people are calling it boring or a downgrade from Melodrama but I see it as a natural evolution from her and her music, giving more versatility to her discography since none of her 3 albums sounds nothing alike. When more people start making this sound and shift away from the trap-pop and the 80s synth pop trends going on people will called it a masterpiece ahead of its time when now they're bashing it so if you're enjoying this album and it's a perfect 10/10 album with you that flows perfectly and has 0 skips now, congratulations because that means our minds can comprehend the art this album is! So happy and proud of Lorde and ... she's back!!… Expand
  35. Jontxurguez
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This is a good album that represents the internal grow and wellbeing of Lorde. She's a happy adult that has left apart the depressed youth vibes. A good album showing the new Lorde, amazing.
  36. elianaurelio
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Esperei até o nascer do sol para ouvir Solar Power. A espera valeu a pena. Esse álbum é um abraço, uma respiração guiada

    Obrigado, Lorde
  37. odnumd3
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 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.… Expand
  38. MrFrench
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    While a departure from Lorde's previous record and a number of people are not feeling this release, I find it to be a welcome, mature advancement of her musical abilities while also pushing forward in the areas of sonwriting and ambiance/vibe creation, where she succeeded since the days of "Pure Heroin" and perfected on "Melodrama." To me, Lorde shines brightest on the album's opener, "TheWhile a departure from Lorde's previous record and a number of people are not feeling this release, I find it to be a welcome, mature advancement of her musical abilities while also pushing forward in the areas of sonwriting and ambiance/vibe creation, where she succeeded since the days of "Pure Heroin" and perfected on "Melodrama." To me, Lorde shines brightest on the album's opener, "The Path," and on the album's closer, "Oceanic Feeing," which makes me happy as she wrote these songs alone. This album opens with realism ("'cause we're all broken and sad") and optimism ("let's hope the sun will show us the path" and an invitation to try to find the escape. The album closes by reminding us that all, hopefully, will be revealed in its time, but Lorde shares the importance of living in the moment and how finding that escape in the form of enlightenment hasn't happened, but you have to keep trying. Lorde, known for disappearing after album cycles are completed, ends the album announcing her desire to disappear in the crowd again when the time is right with "I know you'll show me how / I'll know when it's time to take off my robes and step into the choir."

    If I am being honest, my initial rating was much lower in the B-/C+ range as I was not feeling the vibes on half of the songs despite loving the lyrics on all of the songs. However, I have listened to the album numerous times in various ways: through my AirPods, my phone speakers, and through my car. It clicked with me and I felt happy with this album on all levels. I still wish that "Stoned At The Nail Salon" didn't sound like Lana Del Rey's work on "Chemtrails at the Country Club" and that "Leader Of A New Regime" was a fuller song as I do love it so much, but it is still effective in its role on the album. I have seen numerous posts on social media talking about how it is a "summer album," but I don't see it that way. It's a life journey album with cameos by the healing power of the sun, being present in the moment, feeling all of the feelings (not just the good vibes), and knowing we are all a work in progress. Also, major props to Lorde for incorporating the cicadas. The sound GREAT in "Oceanic Feeling."

    The Path - 10
    Solar Power - 9
    California - 9
    Stoned At The Nail Salon - 9
    Fallen Fruit - 10
    Secrets From A Girl (Who’s Seen It All) - 10
    The Man With The Axe - 10
    Dominoes - 7
    Big Star - 9
    Leader Of A New Regime - 9
    Mood Ring - 9
    Oceanic Feeling - 10    … Expand
  39. Yhkkhhhu
    Aug 21, 2021
    0
    This album is so bad beacuse the songs are so repeating and also very boring same old music I don't like it
  40. Jimmorde
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    Different from everything we have heard before from Lorde, but conceptually, sonically and lyrically is a masterpiece, gets you in a different mood and shows us what Lorde has been doing in the last years. It doesnt compare to her past albums and it shouldnt, there’s no point of comparisson cause they have total different approaches. It’s something that fits her voice. Also, I think that aDifferent from everything we have heard before from Lorde, but conceptually, sonically and lyrically is a masterpiece, gets you in a different mood and shows us what Lorde has been doing in the last years. It doesnt compare to her past albums and it shouldnt, there’s no point of comparisson cause they have total different approaches. It’s something that fits her voice. Also, I think that a lot of us can relate with the lyrics and the sounds as now we are trying to recconect with ourselves, love ourselves and live life as spititual as we can, nothing religious, just individual inner connection, in Melodrama we were teens and had breakups, now we’ve kind grown.
    Beautiful album, the second listen hits ever deeper.    … Expand
  41. ryanw1810
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    Imagine that Melodrama was like a selection of loads of familiar candies and chocolates and cakes. When we all sat down to listen to this album, we were expecting something similar, something we know we will enjoy at first sight.

    Solar Power is like a charcuterie board of random, crazy exotic s**t majority of which you have never tried, and are definitely shocked by and maybe are    Imagine that Melodrama was like a selection of loads of familiar candies and chocolates and cakes. When we all sat down to listen to this album, we were expecting something similar, something we know we will enjoy at first sight.

    Solar Power is like a charcuterie board of random, crazy exotic s**t majority of which you have never tried, and are definitely shocked by and maybe are confused with when you first try it. But, perhaps a day later, you see that food sitting there and decide to try it again, and maybe it tastes much nicer and actually really refreshing and .... different.... but nice still.

    Guys, this is definitely a weed album! Roll up and chill with her, I think it might make more sense that way :)    … Expand
  42. Maevera
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Lorde demostró ser una artista versátil y una que no se queda en un mismo sonido y trata de reinventarse , las letras te transmiten mucho y los ritmos de las canciones son muy acogedores.
  43. SebCurls
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    It’s simply exactly the perfect album after Melodrama. Exactly the need for some relaxation after the hot and wild party
  44. Themanwithanaxe
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    It’s a whole new sensation that everyone needs to experience. Definitely a grower, with each listen you’ll get to feel more and more of the emotions and thoughts trapped inside the production
  45. luizzzz
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Glorious album. Its growing, this album will be a long time favorite. This is a whole different Lorde whose not a goth teenager but a grown woman questioning her existence. The flavors of psychedelic making the album comes in different colors, from the darkest of red to brightest of yellow… Expand
  46. Panchogul
    Aug 20, 2021
    8
    Sonidos minimalistas y una producción impecable, es muy diferente a Pure Heroine y a Melodrama sin lugar a dudas y puede que no llene las expectativas de todos, pero calidad musical es incuestionable.
  47. Aleejandrof
    Aug 20, 2021
    0
    Acoustic albums can be good, however, this album is acoustic, boring, and poorly crafted. Almost all of the songs are 4 chord progressions with no personality or whatsoever around them. It's a clear downgrade for Lorde to write about Zodiac, an attempt to sell while she claims to not care about money.
  48. iamlr
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lorde grew up as an artist and tried something different. Let's embrace the fact that "sad girl musicians" will have happy stages too. Smh, critics failed to understand this record.… Expand
  49. Franmc
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    A clear change from her chaotic but intimate sophomore album “Melodrama”. In “Solar Power” when Lorde (Ella Yelich O'Connor) strips down in both production and lyrics she shows herself in “a new kind of bright” where the listeners can appreciate and feel the introspection that Lorde gifts us. This is the album that will put Lorde's name with the greats and will further prove that herA clear change from her chaotic but intimate sophomore album “Melodrama”. In “Solar Power” when Lorde (Ella Yelich O'Connor) strips down in both production and lyrics she shows herself in “a new kind of bright” where the listeners can appreciate and feel the introspection that Lorde gifts us. This is the album that will put Lorde's name with the greats and will further prove that her artistry is something to be grateful for. Album highlights include: The Path, Fallen Fruit, and Oceanic Feeling.… Expand
  50. KhoaMai
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This album is so awesome! She makes my day peaceful! "Mood Ring" is the best track.
  51. Graphicc
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    LORDE has once again given us bops. Love the lyrics and production. The song the path is the perfect beginning for the album it reminds me of a path in the forest where the sunshine peeks through the trees. The last song, Oceanic Feeling is 6 minutes of pure bliss.. thank you for coming to my ted talk.
  52. speechless3
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Out of the box storytelling. Each Track represents a meaningful journey. Redefining Artistry and going beyonce the typical releases. The Album speaks a volume of creativeness coming from an Artist who does not follow the typical pop standard.
  53. asaprossy
    Aug 21, 2021
    0
    boring. awful mixing. clunky and cliche lyrics. I couldn’t get through it.
  54. Billyliar87
    Aug 20, 2021
    7
    I set my expectations low with early buzz from this album, but I was surprised by how much I enjoyed it. It’s more of a 7.5. The first half of the album is great while the end starts to sag, albeit a few shining moments. I gave it back to back listens and felt similarly each time. The music is crisp, clean, and fun. My only gripe is that there aren’t any moments that truly make me sayI set my expectations low with early buzz from this album, but I was surprised by how much I enjoyed it. It’s more of a 7.5. The first half of the album is great while the end starts to sag, albeit a few shining moments. I gave it back to back listens and felt similarly each time. The music is crisp, clean, and fun. My only gripe is that there aren’t any moments that truly make me say “wow” or surprise me like Melo did. I will always give Lorde a listen, as she has nothing she needs to prove. She has the talent. This is an expiration/celebration of her identity. As she matures I’m sure there will be more great things from her.… Expand
  55. burton117
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    After another long four years, the New Zealand prodigy gives us a sun soaked, mega vibes, and good times record. It’s nothing like I wanted. Yet everything I currently needed. This album is a summer daydream, filled with yellow rays and good feelings. Something I desperately needed in these times of chaos. Acoustic guitars, cicadas, and hand beaten drums feel so rejuvenating. It’s nothingAfter another long four years, the New Zealand prodigy gives us a sun soaked, mega vibes, and good times record. It’s nothing like I wanted. Yet everything I currently needed. This album is a summer daydream, filled with yellow rays and good feelings. Something I desperately needed in these times of chaos. Acoustic guitars, cicadas, and hand beaten drums feel so rejuvenating. It’s nothing I’d ever expect from Lorde, yet I can’t say I’m surprised. She’s always been on a different wave length from the rest of us. I’m easily able to latch onto this drifting boat down a lazy river, enjoying the beautiful lyrics of connection and love for this planet.

    It’s a record I know some will find polarizing. It’s not her usual thick 808s and fast talking that we all know and love. Solar Power feels like a stop and smell the roses kind of message, that I, and I’m sure many people, need to heed. It’s not comparable to her past works, for better or worse. In my case, it’s a welcome addition to her already masterful works.    … Expand
  56. belio
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    I just like the cover. Never have listened to it, nor do I plan to do that.
  57. jeangois
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    To the ones who were expecting a melodrama 2.0 this album is not for you and probably none of her future albuns will be, stop being a dumb a**. I feel like every good artist should have the ability to change and explore in music and more important, do it successfully. Lorde did it again, she reinvented herself and presented her music in a completely different way but still feels like her.To the ones who were expecting a melodrama 2.0 this album is not for you and probably none of her future albuns will be, stop being a dumb a**. I feel like every good artist should have the ability to change and explore in music and more important, do it successfully. Lorde did it again, she reinvented herself and presented her music in a completely different way but still feels like her. It is the statement that she's not a broken teenager anymore, like everything in life this phases passes and we perceive the world in a different form. Anyways, it is the perfect album to listen in the beach (as it should) and she did a great work, fallen fruit, the man with the axe and oceanic feeling was my favorites.… Expand
  58. ByronFJ
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Un álbum diferente, con sonidos hermosos que transportan a un entorno playero.
    Lorde hace otro gran álbum, con instrumentos orgánicos y experimentación sabrosa. En lo personal un álbum que amare siempre.
  59. busattovini
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    It's truly excepcional. Lorde just knows what she's doing with this record, which is fulfilled by that summer vibe, cicadas sound, and breathtaking vocal harmonies. It's a different approach to her previous records, but in the best possible way. It's cohesive, truthful, experimental. I instantly loved it. This is definitely one of the albums of our generation. It's Lorde's season. She'sIt's truly excepcional. Lorde just knows what she's doing with this record, which is fulfilled by that summer vibe, cicadas sound, and breathtaking vocal harmonies. It's a different approach to her previous records, but in the best possible way. It's cohesive, truthful, experimental. I instantly loved it. This is definitely one of the albums of our generation. It's Lorde's season. She's back. This is it.… Expand
  60. diegoasies
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Si bien no supera a melodrama sigue siendo un gran álbum, me encanta escuchar a un a lorde feliz y los sentimientos de este álbum te llegan al corazón
  61. arthurjvieira_
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    QUE INSOLAÇÃO O QUE AMORE ESTE DA MAMACITA TA TUDO DE BOM!
    AS VIÚVAS DO MELODRAMA QUE LUTEM
  62. vinicritic
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    I’m so proud of her! The record is fantastic in all of its proposal and vibe. Just dive into it.
  63. Soulrytu
    Aug 20, 2021
    7
    California carrega o album. Mood ring e Solar Power tão ali pra ser as boas juntos. Eu entendo e aprecio o jeito que a Lorde não liga pra oque dizem da sua arte e do jeito que ela se expressa. E PAREM de culpar o Jack, ele é um PRODUTOR! Ele não contrata as artistas pra fazer os albuns delas, ELAS que contratam ele porque ele da liberdade pra elas e elas gostam de trabalhar com ele! ParemCalifornia carrega o album. Mood ring e Solar Power tão ali pra ser as boas juntos. Eu entendo e aprecio o jeito que a Lorde não liga pra oque dizem da sua arte e do jeito que ela se expressa. E PAREM de culpar o Jack, ele é um PRODUTOR! Ele não contrata as artistas pra fazer os albuns delas, ELAS que contratam ele porque ele da liberdade pra elas e elas gostam de trabalhar com ele! Parem de crucificar produtores que dão liberdade pra artistas, porque depois vocês choram quando é produtor abusivo. E tem varios artistas no cenario musical, dá pra contar nos dedos quais o Jack produziu. Se o album saiu "ruim" foi porque a Lorde fez assim, não o Jack.
    Voltando ao assunto, essa estrutura musical de não repetir nem mesmo o refrão é legal, mas só cabe se for uma ou duas musicas no album, e ela praticamente fez o album inteiro assim, pra que isso? Eu entendo querer inovar e bla bla bla, mas limites, né? Foi triste esperar por esse album e só gostar de 3 musicas dele. E eu não sou fã de pop generico farofa, já estou acostumado com alternativo, mas isso é só ruim mesmo. Dei 7 por California ser perfeita e por eu amar a Lorde.    … Expand
  64. gutorq
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    more linear sound album than PH and Melodrama, however, her songwriting keeps getting better and better
    loved it!!!
  65. 67uynvcw
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Lorde has conducted an excellent trilogy with the release of solar power. Each album offers a unique experience, contrasting the current music market each album was released in. Solar power will shape the direction of pop music similar to Pure Heroin and Melodrama. This low key piece of artistry is equally impactful . Key standouts are the more upbeat songs such as: California, Mood RingLorde has conducted an excellent trilogy with the release of solar power. Each album offers a unique experience, contrasting the current music market each album was released in. Solar power will shape the direction of pop music similar to Pure Heroin and Melodrama. This low key piece of artistry is equally impactful . Key standouts are the more upbeat songs such as: California, Mood Ring and Secrets of a girl (whose seen it all). Although every song showcases the best of Lorde’s songwriting ability’s.… Expand
  66. Jonnil
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. We're done with angst and teenage life welcome to adulthood. Thank you Lorde for creating theme song/album for our next phase of my/our life.

    Faves:
    The path (perfect opening it's just so aaaaA perfect)
    California (the dreamy voice is everything)
    Fallen fruit (yes, I'm shocked)
    Mood Ring (on repeat since the release, it's just so eargasminc)    … Expand
  67. rodrigoeec
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Even though it's not her best work to date (Melodrama is hard to top, not just for her, but for any artist) this is definitely an interesting and joyful new direction Lorde is heading towards. Among my favorite tracks are The Path, Fallen Fruit, Secrets from a Girl, Mood Ring & Oceanic Feeling.
  68. Jose05
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Este álbum tiene las músicas exactas para controlar el desastre que hay en mi. Sin duda estaré escuchando esto pues largas horas.… Expand
  69. Anicealm
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    yes, lorde grows up like everybody, get over it! it’s an reflexive album that shows the versatility of Lorde, with a very different production and the same quality of always.
  70. andresuwu
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    There are no words to say that she did it again
    Solar Power is a hope for hot sounds
  71. zattajuliano
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Que sensação incrível de paz, luz e amor esse álbum trás, começa de forma magnífica e termina de forma triunfal. Extremamente lisonjeado de viver na mesma época dela.
  72. hellaslv
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Great album ❤️ ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
  73. alordeisborn
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Simplesmente perfeito! California love disparada a melhor! instrumental limpo
  74. munozemilio
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Amo todo este álbum, es armonía tan linda que te lleva a otro nivel la verdad se la jugó Lorde con este maravilloso álbum.
  75. Alexsb
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    When you think that 4 years of waiting is too much just remember that Lorde made us wait 4 years to give us "Solar Power" and the wait was totally worth it, Solar Power is a magnificent album,Her production is impeccable, her lyrics are coherent and her sounds are innovative, Solar Power is a work of art, it is unfair to see how the criticism is so harsh on her, she deserves all theWhen you think that 4 years of waiting is too much just remember that Lorde made us wait 4 years to give us "Solar Power" and the wait was totally worth it, Solar Power is a magnificent album,Her production is impeccable, her lyrics are coherent and her sounds are innovative, Solar Power is a work of art, it is unfair to see how the criticism is so harsh on her, she deserves all the acclaim with this album, it's just perfect… Expand
  76. ozzo123
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    another hit record from the queen. beautiful, stunning, whimsical, refreshing. so many things could describe this album and how refreshing it is to hear her voice again.
  77. arthurtavrs
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    solar power e cueichwuxisicjueuxhhcjjsiixjfjfjdjsjjcjxjdjdjdjcjdjjcjfjdjcjdjcjcjcjjfj
  78. dperalta
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    Nice direction for her to take. Beautiful melody’s, arrangements, poetic lyrics and acoustic guitar. Very different tastes in this album. Great work, Lorde!
  79. Laminta
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    slayyy 10/10 slayyy slay slayy ❤️❤️❤️❤️ SLAYYY still not 75 words
  80. meganchengg
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    ITS SO GOOD BIG STAR IS LITERALLY SO
  81. SaraAdoresU
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Solar Power is so celestial, with beautiful and genius lyrics, vocals, production and instrumentation. In one song you are crying and in the next dancing lol. I rlly LOVE this album.
  82. maiscedo98
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    thank you lorde for solar power, agora não consigo ouvir the path sem chorar. FALLEN FRUIT MAIOR DO ÁLBUM
  83. Lordellaphant
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Amazing lorde I petted my neighbours dog extra hard for pearl. All in all an excellent album
  84. AnneM
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Such an amazing album,even it's not her best work,But still really like her new music style on this album.
  85. ronsays
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This is an instant classic. An organic album that consists of carefully-picked choices from Ella. It just flows like the ocean; it shines just like the rays of sun; and after a few sessions with this masterpiece, you'll certainly find yourself getting scarred with some sunburn imprint. Great work, Ella.
  86. Camtz
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    it's an amazing album, many people expect this album to be like melodrama but I loved how different this album is compared to her first and second album
  87. ferburgosok
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Never disappoints, she's is the queen of the music and our generation. 10/10
  88. anastasiall
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Solar power is an absolute masterpiece. It’s a lot better to listen to the whole album, not the separate songs if you want to enjoy this work of art to the fullest. After listening for the first time I didn’t have the best impression, you need to listen to the album at least three times to get the feel of it. Don’t be too quick to jump to conclusions, you need to get used to this new soundSolar power is an absolute masterpiece. It’s a lot better to listen to the whole album, not the separate songs if you want to enjoy this work of art to the fullest. After listening for the first time I didn’t have the best impression, you need to listen to the album at least three times to get the feel of it. Don’t be too quick to jump to conclusions, you need to get used to this new sound first. Fallen fruit is a very powerful song and it has the best bridge Lorde has ever written.… Expand
  89. martinceval
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This album is great. There's a very noticeable evolution in Lorde's music. You can tell she poured her heart and her artistry in this album. Definitely not for everyone.
  90. AriolaGranola69
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    It’s so good. Definitely a different sound but amazing nonetheless. It’s been 4 years since melodrama, Lorde has moved on. Let her experiment. Simple but intricate production and great lyrics. Absolutely amazing
  91. rafaelpgomes
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    If you wanted a new melodrama, you will be disappointed. Lorde choided be this album in a diferente way and this is what the album is amazing.
  92. EstherDx
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    The album just feels like a fresh breath of summer air! Very different from her previous work but very interesting and beautiful! You need to listen to it a couple of times to fully understand the lyrics but totally worth the wait! Love it!
  93. sofiafloressss
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    beautifully written, production is out of this world and everything about this album is brand new and exiting, thank you lorde
  94. recapitulando
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    It´s great. You're not getting a Pure Heroine 2, or a Melodrama 2, you're getting Solar Power, Lorde's new album is completely different. Away from the teenager's perspective, she gave us an album when you get the feeling of nostalgia, maturing, and looking back. It's fresh and she clearly renewed her sound, it's another phase of Lorde. Melodrama is better, definitely, but this is not aIt´s great. You're not getting a Pure Heroine 2, or a Melodrama 2, you're getting Solar Power, Lorde's new album is completely different. Away from the teenager's perspective, she gave us an album when you get the feeling of nostalgia, maturing, and looking back. It's fresh and she clearly renewed her sound, it's another phase of Lorde. Melodrama is better, definitely, but this is not a bad album AT ALL. Just as Chemtrails Over The Country Club, being the predecessor of a great album (Norman F*cking Rockwell) made the audience have great expectations and be disappointed by the work when it's actually a good album. You can feel a different Lorde, a new sound. Fresh, nature-like, and with hipster vibes. It's very emotional. The cicadas, acoustic sounds, and guitars blend in together to give us a whole experience. Solar Power is a great album, there's no doubt of that. Lorde took us to the beach and we sat quietly listening to something bigger, full of nostalgia and love. She appreciates the path and definitely grew while walking it. Fallen fruit is a big highlight, and Secrets of a Girls Who's Seen It All feels so nostalgic and thoughtfully. California, Oceanic Feeling, and The Man With the Axe let us hear a deeper part of Ella. And lyrically, its also a masterpiece. Thank you Lorde, please keep making music… Expand
  95. carlossales
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    She did it again. It's soft, yet brutal and cohesive. She took those four years hiatus and made the most of it and this reflects on her lyrics. It's mature, selfawear and also reflect the need of a generetion who's trying to reconect with nature. Simply beautyful.
  96. ratui
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Very good album, although different from the other things Lorde made, it is cozy and refreshing. People were expecting a crazy, sad or even cultist album but what we got was the new mindset we all need right now. I didn't expect to have a Lorde summer album until some months ago, and i love it. It is cohesive and tells the story of many of us, independent of age, going through some kind ofVery good album, although different from the other things Lorde made, it is cozy and refreshing. People were expecting a crazy, sad or even cultist album but what we got was the new mindset we all need right now. I didn't expect to have a Lorde summer album until some months ago, and i love it. It is cohesive and tells the story of many of us, independent of age, going through some kind of change. Five stars!… Expand
  97. lordetelevision
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    do not go into this album with expectations or pre conceived notions that she is evolving within the style/genre of music that is Melodrama. at first, the album feels a little shallow sonically and I understand how people are reacting poorly on initial listen; however, this was also the case for melodrama for me. give it time and listen through multiple times. Lorde does not make music todo not go into this album with expectations or pre conceived notions that she is evolving within the style/genre of music that is Melodrama. at first, the album feels a little shallow sonically and I understand how people are reacting poorly on initial listen; however, this was also the case for melodrama for me. give it time and listen through multiple times. Lorde does not make music to easily digest on the first go-around. this is a new sound for Lorde and music all together; however, it also excuses early 2000s Natasha Bedingfield's 'Unwritten' in songs like Mood Ring, Secrets of a Girl, The Path. The slower songs are unique to Lorde and honestly refreshed how different it is from the other girl's jack antonoff has been working with. I think that the lyrics are hard to relate because she makes music we learn to relate to and grow from. i did not understand the pain and all experiences Lorde attempted to convey at first with Melodrama, but over time it was the most beautiful record that anyone could find something to relate to in the song writing, but as I have said, that takes time. I rate this a 10/10 album as it is remarkably stunning. Sounds like a summer daydream through and through. Lorde makes masterpieces and that is the only thing to expect from Solar Power.… Expand
  98. gustavovalverde
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Art is meant to provoque feelings and Solar Power DID IT. We should not take art by ratings and comparisons.
  99. sadgayscorpio
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Cohesive, unique, and intelligent. This album is different from her previous works but is just as good as them. The entire album took a storytelling approach where we start from the The Path's rising tones which clearly sets the mood for the songs forward. The instrumentals took a very careful approach which made the songs look very delicate and polished. The lyrics are premium asCohesive, unique, and intelligent. This album is different from her previous works but is just as good as them. The entire album took a storytelling approach where we start from the The Path's rising tones which clearly sets the mood for the songs forward. The instrumentals took a very careful approach which made the songs look very delicate and polished. The lyrics are premium as always--and it's expected coming from Lorde who has provided genius lyrics from her past two albums.

    Give it a listen while reading the lyrics to experience the full worth of this amazing, sunny, road trip album.    … Expand
  100. Quiqueso21
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This album i think is the best, is so relatable, totally worth it the 4 years wait, secrets from a girl was the BEST song in the entire album
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 27
  3. Negative: 0 out of 27
  1. Under The Radar
    Aug 30, 2021
    55
    All these connections Lorde is trying to make: her strange pastiche imagination of the ’70s, that random spoken word interlude by Robyn about climate change, and the themes of “sun healing,” never fully reach each other. Often, they come off as disingenuous and out of touch more than they read as brilliant, or comical. Whether the album is one big prank, or just one majorly failed experiment, the gist of having the “privilege to ignore” is lost in translation. All you are left with is just a handful of pretty alright songs.
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  2. AllMusic
    Aug 26, 2021
    60
    If you're riding and vibing with Lorde, this bright shapelessness is superb mood music. If you're not riding her wave, Solar Power can seem elusive, even cloying, as it circles and sways with a smile.
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  3. musicOMH.com
    Aug 26, 2021
    70
    This might not be the album that everyone wanted from Lorde, but it’s a solid, dreamy effort that deserves exploration. There’s plenty here worthy of attention if you can focus for long enough.
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