• Record Label: Geffen
  • Release Date: May 21, 2021
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  1. May 21, 2021
    10
    Um dos debuts mais empolgantes em anos, que perfeição, que letras, que álbum!
  2. May 24, 2021
    10
    This is a **** masterpiece. Olívia is talent in person, everything she touchs works. Her voice is amazing, her lyrics are deep and sooo emotional, I can't believe she's only 18. OLIVIA RODRIGO WORLD DOMINATION!
  3. Jun 16, 2021
    8
    A produção n chega a impressionar mas é boa e entrega o q a música pede, destaque pros momentos pop-rock que são ótimas. O q mais se descarta no álbum são as letras super honestas, reais e íntimas, acompanhando da performance vocal dela q entrega um peso incrível pras letras. A minha principal crítica ao álbum é fato da maioria das músicas serem curtas.
  4. May 23, 2021
    10
    Sour nos leva a ver nossas vulnerabilidades e dor da melhor forma, de um jeito tranquilo e harmonioso.
  5. May 21, 2021
    10
    sour is such an amazing album!! i was not disappointed after hearing it. olivia rodrigo is here to stay
  6. May 21, 2021
    10
    Com "sour" Olivia mostra os lados bons da juventude: os romances, a energia caótica da mente adolescente e os dramas que nos seguem. Incluindo instrumentais como guitarra e piano, a cantora contagia com batidas mais caóticas como "brutal" e nos acalma com batidas mais lentas como "happier". Mesclando generos e estilos, Olivia rebate as críticas que vem recebido e nos mostra o seu talento:Com "sour" Olivia mostra os lados bons da juventude: os romances, a energia caótica da mente adolescente e os dramas que nos seguem. Incluindo instrumentais como guitarra e piano, a cantora contagia com batidas mais caóticas como "brutal" e nos acalma com batidas mais lentas como "happier". Mesclando generos e estilos, Olivia rebate as críticas que vem recebido e nos mostra o seu talento: cantar, compôr e produzir. Com esse album, a cantora mostra ao mundo que chegou com tudo e que além de cantora e atriz, ela é uma adolescente, que está passando por experiencias, decepções e administra isso da forma dela: cantando, particularmente, dúvido que metade dos jovens que a criticam por "bater na mesma tecla" conseguiriam fazer um projeto tão engenhoso quanto esse. Em suma, "sour" é uma bela mistura do estrondoso e do calmo, do triste e do dançante, da alma jovem entristecida e da alma jovem rebelde e agitada.
    Destaque para "traitor" "good 4 u" "hope ur ok"
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  7. May 23, 2021
    10
    I'm a sucker for Great Bridges and dramatic build ups, which she both achieved without neglecting the theme and the focal point of the lyrics.
  8. May 21, 2021
    10
    Ela serviu tanto que orgulho da minha menina mulher tu sabe que hitou olivia
  9. May 21, 2021
    10
    album of the year album of the year album of the year album of the year album of the year
  10. May 22, 2021
    9
    It's amazing, all the lyrics are great, everyone can see the talent of this girl! Definitely deeply lyrics, good sounds.. Love it ✨
  11. May 27, 2021
    0
    A very bland and plain album nothing special about this. Just overhyped in my opinion
  12. May 22, 2021
    10
    Her inspiration in Taylor Swift is clear with her masterclass songwriting. It is impossible not to connect with her lyrics and the songs are very well produced. Incredible work for a debut album. Excited for what's to come from Olivia Rodrigo.
  13. May 26, 2021
    1
    For me The songwriting is not as great as it seemed , some lyrics don't make sense for me. Royal flush
  14. May 27, 2021
    0
    #1 in kids choice awards. This album sucks. I don’t even like the singles...
  15. Jun 8, 2021
    0
    A very drab attempt of reviving the Taylor Swift-esque era of depressing music that doesn't function well compared to the likes of other artists with the same music quota. Soulful, but boring, we've heard and seen this before, time for something new
  16. May 21, 2021
    8
    Olivia's "SOUR" revolves around a single theme, which is correctly explored over 11 tracks. It's not possible to listen the album without having to remember Olivia's influences, Taylor Swift and Lorde being her inspirations, and making it obvious with lyrics similar to Pure Heroine and Folklore. Being her debut album, Olivia takes a big step forward in music this generation. Daniel Nigro'sOlivia's "SOUR" revolves around a single theme, which is correctly explored over 11 tracks. It's not possible to listen the album without having to remember Olivia's influences, Taylor Swift and Lorde being her inspirations, and making it obvious with lyrics similar to Pure Heroine and Folklore. Being her debut album, Olivia takes a big step forward in music this generation. Daniel Nigro's production remains intact and fully cared for from start to finish.
    In a time where many artists have only released the worst, Olivia is willing to make changes.
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  17. May 27, 2021
    0
    Not a good album in my opinion very straightforward songs with boring lyrics
  18. Jun 2, 2021
    6
    Almost all of the songs on this album are about a boy or is about a breakup. Though they are extremely catchy like Deja Vu, Brutal, and Traitor, I just like songs that are not about the same thing.
  19. May 22, 2021
    10
    This is so amazing see young singers liker her, singing amazings songs so well wrote. Olivia is so young to write like if her had so many troubles in her life and thats why the album is good cause most about her write is the real life. Amazing album.
  20. Jun 7, 2021
    0
    I can't understand her success, her voice is just awful and the album is a mess
  21. May 21, 2021
    10
    This álbum is an masterpiece!! Es simplemente perfecto, toca varios aspectos de la adolescencia como la inseguridad, la envidia, el no sentirte suficiente, describe perfectamente cómo cualquier Joven se puede sentir ante una ruptura. Sin duda alguna Olivia es una promesa y con tan solo 5 meses en la industria a dado una verdadera obra de arte. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
  22. May 21, 2021
    10
    ONE OF THE BEST ALBUMS OF THE YEAR SO FAR !!!!! In the album we can see a fresh new artist, who knows where she is going in the music industry; reinventing itself with each song that is heard and the album; Olivia doesn't need trending genres to be relevant. SCORE 10/10 - 88/100
  23. May 29, 2021
    0
    The definition of overrated. Boring "bananes and avocades" industry plant. Support talented, underrated artists instead.
  24. Jun 5, 2021
    0
    so utterly boring. “hope ur ok” is probably the worst song I’ve ever heard.
  25. May 21, 2021
    10
    the beauty of teenage angst combined with the raw lyrical genius of a heartbroken mastermind. so glad we are celebrating feeling things so deeply instead of vilifying it. olivia is absolutely phenomenal.
  26. May 22, 2021
    0
    Basics sounds, a clichéd story about 2 girls and 1 boy, All the songs are about the same thing, a basic fad and that's why it's "washed" by critics. Boring album
  27. May 27, 2021
    0
    I dont like it, its so bad, really is very bad vocal n lyrics. Idk but over party
  28. May 21, 2021
    9
    This is a great debut album! the lyrics and the production are awesome.....
  29. May 23, 2021
    0
    re aburrido:( era que le copie mas a taylor swift o a lorde! no tiene un estilo propio
  30. May 22, 2021
    0
    Not a good album. It's totally overhyped .Except a few songs rest are total garbage crying for a guy the whole album absolutely nonsense
  31. May 21, 2021
    0
    very bad, each song sounds exactly the same at 15 sec I already want to remove its song
  32. May 22, 2021
    0
    it's not good at all just overhyped. Songwriting is just at par but listening to the is just not fun at all its boring
  33. May 21, 2021
    10
    Olivia has done it again, this time w an album. Her future is as bright as can be. Great lyrics.
  34. May 21, 2021
    8
    I really love it , thats so fresh , somesongs so relaxed , but so good , She is Olivia Rodrigo!
  35. May 21, 2021
    10
    A great debut album! All the lyrics are well done and we understand the narrative that Olivia builds throughout the album, a star is born!
  36. Jun 3, 2021
    3
    I don't remember the last time I went to listen an album and not ended listening the entire song.
  37. May 21, 2021
    10
    Eu ameiiii esse álbum dela! Música boa e muita mais muito pop rock, que eu amo de paixão.
  38. May 21, 2021
    10
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  39. May 21, 2021
    10
    Everything i wanted. Period. It might be the winner of BNA on grammys. Olívia is such an icon even so young
  40. May 21, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This álbum is the fuking art, Olivia se mamo 10/10 Expand
  41. May 21, 2021
    10
    A Mc Detran prometeu e entregou! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
  42. May 21, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Este álbum es muy bueno, sin duda alguna uno de los mejores debuts de la música. Ella tiene un futuro prometedor para la industria música y buenas inspiraciones entre ellas Taylor Swift. Expand
  43. May 21, 2021
    10
    Esse álbum é maravilhoso, um dos melhores de 2021 (se não o melhor) podem anotar vai ser grammy winner. ALBUM OF THE YEAR
  44. May 21, 2021
    9
    Incrível para um debut!! as letras,tudo único problema é que acaba rápido demais! muito curto por isso nao vou dar 10
  45. May 21, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A truly great album A truly great album A truly great album A truly great album A truly great album A truly great album Expand
  46. May 21, 2021
    9
    Um dos melhores álbuns debut, no "SOUR" tem sentimento, letras lindas, musicas boas, é coeso e tem um estética maravilhosa, porém alguns momentos sinto que as musicas são de outros artistas, algumas músicas gostaria que fosse mais olivia.
  47. May 21, 2021
    10
    álbum do ano sem duvida alguma, é um pop melodramático estilo Lorde e Taylor, tão bom!
  48. May 21, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album is very good, an incredible quality to be the debut album, its short duration favors it too much Expand
  49. May 31, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. THIS IS CHERNOBYL IN SONG'S OMG **** yooooooooooooooooouuuuuuuuuuuuuuqiuwi2j2i2ieoekenenenwjkwjjsjekekeksolwlwwmwkkwkwlwlw Expand
  50. Nov 27, 2021
    0
    so disappointed. honestly dont understand why olviia rodirgo skyrocketed to fame in january. sour sucks and is so unoriginal she stole melodies and progressions and a ton of other stuff from famous artists like taylor swift, billie eilish, paramore, elvis costello, and more. she really cant just do one thing right. and her stupid fans went after joshua bassett and sabrina carpenter andso disappointed. honestly dont understand why olviia rodirgo skyrocketed to fame in january. sour sucks and is so unoriginal she stole melodies and progressions and a ton of other stuff from famous artists like taylor swift, billie eilish, paramore, elvis costello, and more. she really cant just do one thing right. and her stupid fans went after joshua bassett and sabrina carpenter and even sent them death threats and she didnt do a thing. the album was just skips and dont even get me started on the album cover. fix your voice, vocals, songs, originality, production, and literally everything else olivia and dont think you can sing cuz you cant. you shouldve just been a mcdonalds worker. she cant act or sing would not recommend ever. dont listen unless you want to have your eardrums broken . dont waste 35 minutes of your life. her lyrics don't connect and she did such a bad job for a debut album. the bridges and choruses and verses and everything just suck. olivia rodrigo doesnt deserve sh*t and neither does this album. Expand
  51. May 22, 2021
    1
    She talks about misogyny in the industry all while being a misogynist. Talks inferiorly about pop acts and diminishes them while making the blandest , mediocre pop album. Poor song writing, Overproduced Music and overall a whacky album.
  52. May 21, 2021
    0
    So many of these songs are relatable and yet dry, lame. Brutal begins the album on a high note, being drastically different than most every song on the album. It's a pop punk song at its core, showcasing Rodrigo's voice in a way that is far more pleasing than the rest of the album. Brutal is my pick for this album's best song. Traitor brings my first issue with this album to light -So many of these songs are relatable and yet dry, lame. Brutal begins the album on a high note, being drastically different than most every song on the album. It's a pop punk song at its core, showcasing Rodrigo's voice in a way that is far more pleasing than the rest of the album. Brutal is my pick for this album's best song. Traitor brings my first issue with this album to light - relatable but lame songs. Every person I have asked thinks this song is relatable and that it stands as one of the best of the album - I think it starts a long spiral which doesn't stop until jealousy, jealousy. The second through eighth songs of the album are all lacking substantial character. Rodrigo's unique articulation is the only plus of her singing. I strongly believe Rodrigo missed an opportunity by not structuring this album around Brutal. I truly think she would be a very successful pop-punk artist if her discography focused on the style found in the album's first song. About half of the songs (6) are beautifully written, while the other half (5) are just not. Overall, I know she can do better in the future and she has a bright path ahead of her. Her following, which eats up whatever music she throws up out of her mouth, is solid proof of this. She has the foundation, now she just needs to build a house. Expand
  53. May 22, 2021
    0
    Not so good production and lyrics that says the same thing the entire album. Just average
  54. May 21, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Horrible álbum, no tiene ideas, una copia más.. intento de Taylor Swift..... Expand
  55. May 23, 2021
    0
    Mediocre and bland with that annoying indie girl voice. Lyrical content is the worst to come in a while. There is nothing more annoying than a pretty girl singing about feeling jealous of girls with good looks. Taylor swift had that similar cute dorky girl in her early years. Lame.
  56. May 22, 2021
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is basic, childish, immature and boring. The only good song in it is “deja vu”, even with the jealousy lyrics. Expand
  57. May 23, 2021
    0
    I really think it is an overrated album, if it has good songs but it is not so bad. I think they idolize her others. Also, I think he's hanging onto Taylor a lot, but hey. I also think there have really been better albums than this one.
  58. May 21, 2021
    10
    The album is INCREDIBLE. It shows raw emotions and feelings from someone so young, as her lyricism is so incredible!
  59. May 21, 2021
    1
    Basic pop album, it’s words and background are very simple. Boring album and not innovative.
  60. May 22, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. imo the album is terrible. each song sounds the same and it bores me. i only like the song written by taylor Expand
  61. May 21, 2021
    0
    She screams too much and her lyrics sound the same. Save your ears people. Too basic.
  62. May 21, 2021
    0
    Super disappointed with this album. The singles were good but the other songs are
  63. May 22, 2021
    0
    this is not going to age well. its good the first two times you listen to it, but it gets annoying.
  64. May 21, 2021
    10
    para um primeiro álbum, oliva entregou tudo e ainda mais. as músicas incríveis, as produções impecáveis e os vocais extremamente perfeitos. é quase impossível não se identificar com alguma das músicas que está nesse álbum.
  65. May 21, 2021
    10
    So good, all love for oliva and this álbum, the Best of this year, deja vu still de best song but happier>>>>>>>>>>>
  66. May 21, 2021
    10
    perfect debut album. the other girls couldn’t. heartbreaking lyrics and amazing perfect vocals. oliviaaaa
  67. May 25, 2021
    0
    A very predictable, kinda boring album. it’s giving miley cyrus wannabe. another industry plant as if we didn’t already had one like that. hope she’ll serve something better soon.
  68. May 21, 2021
    10
    absolute perfection! the way she wrote and produced this album being so young it’s out of this world
  69. May 21, 2021
    10
    I love her true honestly on this record. Zero skips here ! Brutal was an unexpected starter track but I love it
  70. May 21, 2021
    9
    An amazing debut album. Olivia’s songwriting speaks for itself with her powerful lyrics and beautifully crafted metaphors. The young pop icon is showing her range going from emotional ballads about worrying about your childhood friends to antsy teen heartbreak anthems. Olivia is proving shes much more than a one hit wonder. My only criticism of the album is some songs fall sonically a tadAn amazing debut album. Olivia’s songwriting speaks for itself with her powerful lyrics and beautifully crafted metaphors. The young pop icon is showing her range going from emotional ballads about worrying about your childhood friends to antsy teen heartbreak anthems. Olivia is proving shes much more than a one hit wonder. My only criticism of the album is some songs fall sonically a tad flat and tend to sound very similar. This however, is to be expect when a young star is finding their sound. Leaving me excited to see how she can grow from here as she strengthens her already impressive talent. Expand
  71. May 21, 2021
    10
    Amazing songwriting, incredible versatility, beautiful voice. She is the MOMENT!
  72. May 21, 2021
    10
    Definitely an album that has something made for everyone,such a great debut album, definitely my favorite
  73. May 21, 2021
    10
    sour is just perfect, you can feel the different emotions in each part sung by Olivia!!!
  74. May 21, 2021
    10
    This album literally hurts me, it is so good, the lyrics, the sound, the background vocals, everything is perfect, we love the songwriter of the year.
  75. May 21, 2021
    10
    Genuinely one of my favorite albums to listen to right now! I may be biased but her songwriting is so well done, and the whole concept and narrative of this album is just so relatable, whether it be about losing a best friend or a lover. From ballads to peppy songs about revenge, the album is filled with different types of music. Once again, Olivia keeps showing that she is capable ofGenuinely one of my favorite albums to listen to right now! I may be biased but her songwriting is so well done, and the whole concept and narrative of this album is just so relatable, whether it be about losing a best friend or a lover. From ballads to peppy songs about revenge, the album is filled with different types of music. Once again, Olivia keeps showing that she is capable of more than just one amazing song. All 3 singles are vastly different yet revolve around the same idea. Definitely a must to listen to! My favorite tracks are 'hope ur ok' and 'happier'. Expand
  76. May 21, 2021
    10
    i love this álbum so much miss rodrigo pls make favorite crime single!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  77. May 25, 2021
    0
    Incredibly overrated music. It's nothing special. I don't know why anyone would think it is.
  78. May 21, 2021
    2
    We can literally say that it has good songs like driver's license, deja vu, but the songs do not have a logical order and much less an order that is pleasing to the ear, he tried to combine too many genres, but in no song he explodes it as if he was waiting for the moment, but you end up boring yourself waiting for a song to pass that you may either like, or bore much more than the previous one
  79. May 21, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Péssimo !! As músicas parecem a mesma... Não tem diversidade de conteúdo. Álbum genérico. Expand
  80. May 21, 2021
    10
    Simply amazing! Sour is a melodramatic pop opera of broken teen dreams: right now, it puts Rodrigo in the driver’s seat, and woe betide anyone who gets in her way.
  81. May 21, 2021
    10
    It's wonderful how Olivia managed to put all the anger, sincerity and sadness in an album and make us feel all of her seventeen years, it's a beautiful album, sour but beautiful.
  82. May 21, 2021
    6
    Achei um pouco decepcionante, achei que ia ser melhor por conta de Drivers Lincense mas é meio fraquinho
  83. Jun 15, 2021
    0
    It shouldn't even be considered an album because it has few songs. This girl sings terrible, never mind, she will never be successful again unless she continues to copy Taylor. And the song lyrics are so basic, she's a lousy writer.
  84. May 21, 2021
    10
    Best album of 2021 so far, I connected with the lyrics deeply and the way he played with the sounds surprised me positively although it was something I was concerned about. It is worth remembering that it is a debut album with only 3 composers and 2 producers and totally diversified, with ballads, indie pop, pop-rock, a taste of folk can also feel jazz in a more cohesive way. Bright future ahead.
  85. May 21, 2021
    10
    Every song was lyrically perfect and meaningful. The production was amazing as well.
  86. May 21, 2021
    10
    pure perfection, i loved all the songs so much, olivia is such a brilliant girl
  87. May 21, 2021
    10
    this album is really good for a debut. a perfect blend of angst and sorrow. you can really see how taylor swift has influenced olivia’s writing. love it!
  88. May 22, 2021
    2
    Álbum muy básico, sonidos y letras básicas donde la mayoría habla de lo mismo, aburrido
  89. May 21, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es de los peores álbumes que he escuchado, es una niña que no sabe distanciar lo profesional de lo personal, es demasiado infantil Expand
  90. May 21, 2021
    0
    A teenage girl talking about teenage girl “struggles”. The production makes these songs sound like they were recorded underwater and makes them close to unlistenable.
  91. May 22, 2021
    0
    No es para tanto este álbum. Hay mejores debuts. Creo que le están dando mucha importancia...
    Y luego por qué sólo 11 canciones?
  92. May 21, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. We can literally say that it has good songs like driver's license, deja vu, but the songs do not have a logical order and much less an order that is pleasing to the ear, he tried to combine too many genres, but in no song he explodes it as if he was waiting for the moment, but you end up boring yourself waiting for a song to pass that you may either like, or bore much more than the previous one Expand
  93. May 21, 2021
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Álbum horrível não tem uma música ponta pé que não se destaca a branquela que só sabe falar do ex ngm merece. Músicas superficiais chatas melancólicas tendenciosas mas creio eu que ela mude no próximo álbum Expand
  94. May 22, 2021
    0
    El disco no tiene ningún tipo de calidad, es más de lo mismo. Es la suplente de taylor swift.
  95. May 21, 2021
    0
    Sólo es una moda y su álbum está de la Sour. Nada innovador. Urge **** y que deje sus cuelgues
  96. May 21, 2021
    3
    So so... she is awesome but I don't like much except a few songs in the album.
  97. May 23, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Such an amazing debut album! She has a beautiful voice and a wonderful writing music skill!!! Expand
  98. May 21, 2021
    0
    the singles were cute but that was about it. idk the new albums this year have been underwhelming and this was one of them
  99. May 24, 2021
    8
    Genuinely good pop. Olivia is a breath of good old pop with rock influences.
  100. Jun 7, 2021
    9
    Really impressive debut. the opening “brutal”really kicks in with great pop punk. Traitor follows as a great power ballad. The three singles are all standouts but I also really enjoyed jealousy jealousy. I think she is best at the more mid tempo or high tempo tracks than the pure acoustic songs like enough for you, one step forward and hope ur ok are all good but sound similar but manyReally impressive debut. the opening “brutal”really kicks in with great pop punk. Traitor follows as a great power ballad. The three singles are all standouts but I also really enjoyed jealousy jealousy. I think she is best at the more mid tempo or high tempo tracks than the pure acoustic songs like enough for you, one step forward and hope ur ok are all good but sound similar but many people will enjoy them. Great album, great production also I hope her and her producer continue to collaborate because the sound they are creating is something special. Expand
Metascore
83

Universal acclaim - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 20
  2. Negative: 0 out of 20
  1. May 28, 2021
    80
    Her combination of sweet melodies and bitter moods, her conversational flow, and her self-awareness are all skills many songwriters twice her age would love to call their own, and they make Sour a well-rounded emotional journey and strong debut album.
  2. May 25, 2021
    70
    Sour, for the most part, is a pop album that dips its toes into the alt-pop and bedroom pop subgenres, specifically spending most of its time in the latter. ... Rodrigo's lo-fi deep cuts that were made in the shadow of "Drivers License" can sound a bit repetitive. Her craft as a songwriter is especially evident on tracks like "Enough For You", "Happier", or "Hope Ur Ok", but the acoustic complexion these songs were going for could have benefitted from a bit more background noise.
  3. May 25, 2021
    80
    By the end of the album, Rodrigo has established her voice and showed listeners that she's not afraid to be vulnerable. SOUR is a strong debut that vividly illustrates the beautiful chaos of being inside a teenage girl's brain.