Sweetener
by Ariana Grande
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Aug 17, 2018
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  1. anapopescu
    Sep 13, 2020
    0
    A lot of hype for another generic pop star catering to the R&B trending in the charts right now.
  2. Mart194
    Oct 30, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es tan básico, que el fanatismo no nos ciega a este álbum. Es horrible y pésimo… Expand
  3. vote4ghosts
    Nov 28, 2020
    8
    This is her freshest sounding album, it hasn't aged a day sonically speaking. Because of that, I can look past the fact that she literally has a track named after a now-ex of hers, because this album really shines among her discography.
  4. benko13
    Nov 2, 2020
    8
    Game changing album in her career, with Sweetener she became the most powerful woman in the industry. Album contains elements of different genres and that's what makes it's production so interesting and unique. Sweetener is also her most experimental and non-commercial album, because of that many people found it strange and unfortunately they don't like it.
  5. ariangelfan
    Oct 14, 2020
    8
    É o album mais pessoal da Ariana e também o mais controverso pois tem musicas que para alguns pode significar blasfemia (na verdade God is woman é uma musica de empoderamento feminino com algumas alusões á obra divina talvez seja por isso que religiosos não gostaram), tem também uma musica dedicada ao seu ex-noivo (a canção é perfeita o que estraga é o seu titulo), na minha opinião esteÉ o album mais pessoal da Ariana e também o mais controverso pois tem musicas que para alguns pode significar blasfemia (na verdade God is woman é uma musica de empoderamento feminino com algumas alusões á obra divina talvez seja por isso que religiosos não gostaram), tem também uma musica dedicada ao seu ex-noivo (a canção é perfeita o que estraga é o seu titulo), na minha opinião este album é muito angelical tanto que na musica intro parece que estamos entrando no céu, esse album conseguiu ajudar mentalmente a Ariana pois ela passou por um trauma (atentado no seu show em Manchester) depois disso ela ficou muito abalada e acabou ficando mais ansiosa, melancólica, e sensível nas coisas, a produção do album foi uma auto-ajuda para ela conseguir superar e seguir em frente, por isso ela conseguiu se abrir e relatar todas as suas dores nessa album com a ajuda do produtor Pharrell. É um ótimo album para ficar calmo/a e com muitos conceitos incríveis por isso minha nota é 8.0… Expand
  6. bushyforest
    Oct 23, 2020
    0
    I wanted to like this and have it be more than just generic pop music but i don't and it isn't.
  7. PEDROMFR
    Oct 3, 2022
    9
    Knowing her stable place in pop music, Ariana releases her most experimental project so far, even after everything she went through in 2018. Pharell´s touch is noticed in many tracks in this sugary pop album.
    Top Track: God Is A Woman
    Worst Track: The Light Is Coming ft Nicki Minaj
  8. chico-smith
    Dec 13, 2022
    10
    I love how when it got released the fans hated it, but it aged like a FINE WINE. hopefully in the future it could undoubtedly present itself as her best and most acclaimed album, similar to mariah’s butterfly.
    This album works so perfectly because that state of mind + aesthetics + working with 3 types of different production teams (max martin, pharrell and her rnb/trap friends) results in    I love how when it got released the fans hated it, but it aged like a FINE WINE. hopefully in the future it could undoubtedly present itself as her best and most acclaimed album, similar to mariah’s butterfly.
    This album works so perfectly because that state of mind + aesthetics + working with 3 types of different production teams (max martin, pharrell and her rnb/trap friends) results in a complex body of work where the songs bounce off of each other. For me, the latter group did a much better work on TUN, or alternatively they got overshadowed by max’s legendary pop melodies and pharrell’s super experimental and unique style this round - but that as it may, they still delivered fan classics. Other than TLIC, every song can be rated as a 10 (well, maybe that name drop song too). The singles are perfection, one by one, but what made me fall over heels for ariana’s best album is the dreamy REM, the impeccable get well soon, and the 4 super fan girls: blazed (if u don’t like it don’t even talk to me), sweetener, successful and borderline. But don’t take it for me, just listen. If u get it, u get it. If you don’t… my everything is right there smh.

    Closing statements:
    1. No tears left to cry is the best song ever.
    2. Sweetener’s visuals remain UNMATCHED.
    3. Ariana grande is truly a fantastic artist.    … Expand
  9. Aristarco
    Oct 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Um álbum completamente coerente e perfeito.
    Os singles são os melhores da carreira e as músicas são cativantes    … Expand
  10. yeeeli
    Oct 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. eu amo tudo que Ariana faz, sempre escutei as músicas delas mas nunca parei pra escutar os álbuns, e o Sweetener e com toda certeza uns dos melhores álbuns… Expand
  11. xhorowitzen
    Oct 29, 2020
    10
    amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo genteamooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo amooo gente muito bom sério amo amo amo amo amo amo ariana amo… Expand
  12. mae_
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Sweetener won a grammy for a reason. Ariana Grande always make such amazing songs.
  13. XcXpetr4ss12345
    Oct 30, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Chato demais, algo totalmente experimental que no fim deu tudo errado cm arranjos e batidas genéricas feito as pressas… Expand
  14. mathcoelho
    Jun 1, 2021
    10
    O grammy winner álbum Sweetener revolucionou a carreira de Ariana Grande, onde ela mostrou seu verdadeiro eu e rachou sua raiz com o pop, trazendo mais versatilidade e um lado artista para sua carreira.
  15. gustarx
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    sweetener é um álbum muito importante na carreira da Ariana, as músicas são muito boas, super recomendo
  16. bocakissy
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    work of art! the most healing album, it helps me through the bad times. she’s so powerful.
  17. tomyquiros
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    her best album. upbeat pop songs mixed with the most exquisite rnb. a masterpiece
  18. ghstnx
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    o segundo melhor album dela, atrás apenas do positions muito bom com letras muito bem construídas
  19. Niko18
    Nov 27, 2020
    10
    The album with the holy trinity of Single No tears left to cry God is a woman Breathin No album has better Single that this
    She endend everybody !
    Her Grammy for that album proves it
  20. Leadking
    Dec 4, 2020
    10
    Ariana te amo sacaste tantos Hits innolvidables como God is a Woman y no Tears left To cry literal mane, no te merecemos, hermosos esos Hits Dios te amooo maneeee
  21. Janse
    Oct 31, 2020
    10
    Ariana had a good time with this beautiful album, from the beginning to the end it is pure art, Ariana we love you so much
  22. thalitakoide
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    The best album in the world. My favorite, it is perfect, sweet and smooth, at the same time, it carries a gigantic power. It is different and brings a sense of joy and healing
  23. ishnotari
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    her best album to this day!! nothing can top Sweetener. i may not be a big fan of blazed but the rest of the songs are sooooo good
  24. safetynet457
    Nov 2, 2020
    10
    Sweetener by Ariana Grande is her best work in my opinion. She has pop elements, rnb and experimental tracks produced with Pharell Williams.
  25. Nelsonchristian
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    10 out of 10 this album radiates such a Bop and positive vibes. Ariana vocal production also popped off
  26. kelvinmdias89
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Melhor álbum da carreira, sonoridade incrível, simplesmente perfeito, não sai da minha playlist
  27. classydwarf
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    pra mim é o melhor álbum da ariana. são poucas as músicas que eu não curto.
  28. JonathanYaelSR
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    It is the best album of the entire year, it is incredibly innovative, Grande's vocals are magnificent, I was very impressed.
  29. ffernando
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    God is a woman se convirtió en un himno al feminismo y una patada a los religiosos
  30. obviouslana
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    Truly a beautiful album, very different from her other works, every song is so well produced and good to listen, i don't think there is one single bad song in this album, such a beautiful work.
  31. moonlightdaisy
    Oct 31, 2020
    10
    One of my favourite AG albums, and after going to the Sweetener World Tour, the songs sound even better live! My favourite songs are Everytime, God is a Woman and Breathin’. This era was incredible.
  32. Parindita713
    Oct 31, 2020
    0
    This is just basic work with some instrumental layering and vocal overproduction
  33. anderlimaaaa
    Oct 31, 2020
    10
    Um divisor de águas, embora controverso para muitos. É um dos melhores dela até aqui, por mais que a maioria não saiba reconhecer isso.
  34. Karolina1005
    Nov 1, 2020
    10
    The most beautiful healing album. Just pure perfection. No other words needed.
  35. Crosby1987
    Jul 12, 2021
    10
    this is the best album i’ve ever listened to and it deserves everything. i rate this a 10/10 because lyrically it’s the best album i’ve ever heard in my life
  36. MikeMulaney
    Nov 17, 2020
    0
    I didn't like it, would not listen again, stop making fast food music just to stay in the limelight all the time.
  37. Annalptk
    Jan 10, 2021
    10
    One of her best albums no question. Truly her most experimental and deserving of the recognition.
  38. jassyelitomix
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    Esta lleno de grandes momentos y te enseña como salir de esos malos momentos.
  39. AnaBAram
    Nov 23, 2020
    1
    Didn't like it, dime a dozen music, will not stand the test of time that quality music does.
  40. MateusGrande
    Apr 9, 2021
    10
    Sweetener um dos álbuns onde ela estrega sentimentos e por tudo que passou em sua tour em Manchester city!
  41. Danielasc
    Nov 27, 2020
    10
    Laalalal este album denle stream ok, stream positions si no son geminis bdhdudxioaoalakaaj kddhdb
  42. MusicloverDave
    Apr 18, 2021
    9
    Her most healing era it was. Songs like no tears left to cry, everytime, goodnight n go, are masterpieces. My overall score is a 9, because songs like blazed, borderline or pete davidson are not as strong contenders as the other songs on the album imo. Overall I love this album, it will always have a special place in my heart
  43. Unholymidnight
    Nov 30, 2020
    0
    Las canciones son muy monótonas, todas suenan igual. A mí gusto demasiado genérico.
  44. amiryaqo
    Nov 27, 2020
    10
    This album is absolutely a masterpiece and nobody can say otherwise. Every song, every music video, every live performance is perfection. This is a vast improvement from her 2016 Dangerous Woman album, which was the worst album of her career. Ariana Grande cemented herself as the best artist since Mariah Carey with this album, proving herself to be bigger than all her former peers (MileyThis album is absolutely a masterpiece and nobody can say otherwise. Every song, every music video, every live performance is perfection. This is a vast improvement from her 2016 Dangerous Woman album, which was the worst album of her career. Ariana Grande cemented herself as the best artist since Mariah Carey with this album, proving herself to be bigger than all her former peers (Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez, Demi Lovato, Taylor Swift, Adele, and Rihanna), as well as those who were considered above her. Truly the most consistent and talented pop star of this century!… Expand
  45. elisgay
    Nov 29, 2020
    10
    this album is perfection, i absolutely recommend it. it helped me through the worst period of my life, fr, it is healing. idk why people hate on it.. the productions are perfect, ariana worked really hard to make this album, read all the songs lyrics: they are so private, she putted all of herself in sweetener
  46. robigorgomes
    Dec 3, 2020
    10
    I'm just a music lover, I hardly follow the release of albums by the great artists, but the sweetener was a big surprise for me, unfortunately I couldn't hear it at the time of the release and I found out through a very dear person, and it's amazing how music can touch our soul in such a beautiful way, 2020 was a year of many emotions, and the sweetener made these last months much happier,I'm just a music lover, I hardly follow the release of albums by the great artists, but the sweetener was a big surprise for me, unfortunately I couldn't hear it at the time of the release and I found out through a very dear person, and it's amazing how music can touch our soul in such a beautiful way, 2020 was a year of many emotions, and the sweetener made these last months much happier, I fell in love, I suffered for love, I reflected on my life with this album, I just wanted to say thanks to everyone who made this album happen, I love it with all my heart.… Expand
  47. Alexiscoronado
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This album do something, Ariana help me with the depression and anxiety on 2018, and i always said thank u for that, sweetener is a piece of art
  48. Jhonn27
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Ariana trajo nuevos ritmos alejados del pop pero aun asi es agradable y trajo singles poderosos como God is a woman,considero que es de los mejores albumes de Ariana en cuanto a letras y a Estética del album
  49. phamhung211001
    Dec 12, 2020
    9
    Je vais dire la vérité, cet album élèvera la carrière d'Ariana à un nouveau niveau, si après cela elle pouvait continuer à écrire de la musique comme ça.
  50. Metatanya
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    “God is a woman” a cultural reset ! And “breathin” is such a masterpiece, beautiful album for sure
  51. Anke51
    Jan 6, 2021
    0
    Disappointing and generic. I'm still waiting to hear something not so forgettable from her but so far no luck.
  52. AleVaLGa
    Feb 21, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. love this album, it really is fantastic and an excellent start, my favorite songs in this life Ariana really has an incredible voice, very powerful and beautiful she really is a queen. really these songs have saved me… Expand
  53. Mourya_03
    Mar 14, 2021
    10
    The fourth full-length studio release for the pop singer features guest appearances from Nicki Minaj, Missy Elliott and Pharrell Williams.
  54. GizemDogan55
    Mar 20, 2021
    0
    This album is so bad. This album is not good. Sorry but are reals.
  55. mathic
    Mar 21, 2021
    7
    Ariana’s 4th album is a completely different way of past work, dangerous woman, a more soft and r&b vibe is the description of sweetener. The vocals are incredible nice in this record, however sometimes it gets a little boring and repetitive, but just in a few tracks, talks in a whole work, sweetener is a great album.
  56. dmes
    Mar 23, 2021
    10
    this album is great, I venture to say that it is her best album. Her vocals are very well balanced and the instrumental on the album is wonderful
  57. mechimartinich
    Apr 6, 2021
    10
    INCREIBLE HERMOSO BREATHIN LA MEJOR CANCIÓN QUE EXISTE NO TEARS LEFT TO cry god is a woman ariana te la comiste
  58. Paulito
    Apr 7, 2021
    10
    Super creative album for its time. The singles are so so good. It will make you dance, cry and dance again !
  59. igorpedro
    Apr 8, 2021
    10
    este álbum é a maior perfeição! Ariana Grande literalmente atingiu o ápice de seu talento aqui, feliz de viver na mesma geração que ela e poder desfrutar dessa obra-prima, suas letras e o conceito que o álbum carrega são lindos e para nós fãs tem um significado muito profundo, esse álbum merece 1000.
  60. larissa26
    Apr 9, 2021
    10
    Definetely her best album! At first, i liked it, but not very much because it was a different sound to what i was used to, but as i kept listening, i kept appreciating more... and the whole aesthetic of sweetener is so beautiful. Ariana is amazing.
  61. afanshabri
    Apr 10, 2021
    7
    This album is like, the revolution of Ari's career. However I think this album will be better without the collabs.
  62. xnicrv
    Apr 18, 2021
    9
    It is no coincidence that Sweetener is the first record by Ariana Grande to have a color image as its cover. The period following the 2017 Manchester attack was one of the most difficult of her life for the singer: the lack of a light to follow and the arrival of frequent anxiety and panic attacks clearly marked the person Grande wants to tell in Sweetener.
    Sweetener is definitely on    It is no coincidence that Sweetener is the first record by Ariana Grande to have a color image as its cover. The period following the 2017 Manchester attack was one of the most difficult of her life for the singer: the lack of a light to follow and the arrival of frequent anxiety and panic attacks clearly marked the person Grande wants to tell in Sweetener.
    Sweetener is definitely on another level compared to past records when it comes to the personal sphere. For the first time, Grande contributes to the writing of all the lyrics of a record by her, adding a well-marked and refined sentimental note, which was decidedly less evident in previous albums. The themes told on the disc are certainly more mature and developed than the previous ones: healing, recovery, self-empowerment, self-confidence, true love, hope and love for life. Furthermore, for the first time in Grande's discography, the presence of a deeply felt artistic concept is strong, centered on the sweetness of life, spiritual serenity, hope, grief and dreams.
    However, Ariana Grande does not abandon her role as a pop star: international hits such as God Is A Woman and No Tears Left To Cry perfectly convey the idea of ​​an independent woman and exquisitely reconcile the commercial imprint with the personal one, which is not easy.
    Sweetener's sound manages to be as cohesive as that of Dangerous Woman, but the styles explored are decidedly different: Grande engages very well in elements of house, funk, neo soul, hip hop, trap and disco, while maintaining a solid pop and R&B base.
    However, Sweetener is not an album without flaws: despite her almost perfect performance, her collaborations with Williams, Minaj and Elliott turn out to be decidedly weaker tracks than expected, despite managing to maintain a more than sufficient quality level.
    Overall, Sweetener is an excellent album from every point of view, despite some exceptions. The personal intimacy and lyrical maturity and freedom enjoyed by Grande is perhaps what makes Sweetener the best record in the singer's discography, along with Grande's versatility in being able to excel in new and unexplored musical styles in an accurate and meticulous way. Sweetener is definitely one of the best pop albums of the 2010s.    … Expand
  63. arianagrande626
    May 8, 2021
    8
    We can definetly say that this is her most experimental album, it is also her first album that is actually personal. There are 3 skips but the other songs are amazing! My favorites are R.E.M, God Is A Woman, Breathin, Better off, Goodnight N Go and Get Well Soon.
  64. Sesorrin
    Aug 24, 2022
    10
    Un album que transmite tranquilidad y paz, uno de los mejores dentro de la Discografía de Grande, goodnight n go, everytime y God Is a Woman son lo más destacable del álbum.
  65. liahnamario
    May 25, 2021
    10
    Sweetener, considerado como su mejor trabajo hasta la fecha, su nombre hace alusión al concepto del álbum. Caracterizado por sonidos pop experimentales con R&B y trap, alegra la vida de la autora después de trágicos momentos en su carrera y fracasos amoroso. La esperanza de encontrar la paz, es una etapa de negación del dolor cuyo próximo proyecto desataría el verdadero dolor de Ariana
  66. rllllstr
    Jun 1, 2021
    10
    “Sweetener” is not just the best Ariana’s album and era but also one of the best albums of all time. Every song is catchy and a grower. The music videos are spectacular. The intro is magical and the interlude feels like a dream. Songs like “the light is coming”, “blazed” and “borderline” are hated without a reason.. Pharrell is a genius when it comes to producing music and so Ariana when“Sweetener” is not just the best Ariana’s album and era but also one of the best albums of all time. Every song is catchy and a grower. The music videos are spectacular. The intro is magical and the interlude feels like a dream. Songs like “the light is coming”, “blazed” and “borderline” are hated without a reason.. Pharrell is a genius when it comes to producing music and so Ariana when it comes for vocals and lyrics. They worked together and gave the music industry a forever masterpiece.
    All the songs are dreamy, some are very happy and others are very sad after knowing the true meaning.
    Even the covers are good; “goodnight n go” is her best cover and she made the song even better. This album deserves all the hype and all the love it needs. A masterpiece.    … Expand
  67. lifesupport
    Jun 1, 2021
    10
    Such a healing album, my fav by ariana til this day. I repeat better off and get well soon constantly.
  68. grandeneedy
    Jun 1, 2021
    10
    Favorite album by her, "better off" "God is a woman" "get well soon" are my favorites! She took an experimental risk and it payed off
  69. gorkemkizilkaya
    Jun 26, 2021
    7
    This album is so relaxing and smooth. If we take a look at Ariana's 3 album before sweetener, I think sweetener is really different from them. Ariana seems to trying new things in this album. She succeeded this maybe. My all-time favorite songs from her is in this album but there are a few songs also I don't like at all. But generally it's worth to listen.
  70. swevetener
    Aug 19, 2021
    10
    this album show us he happiness that she is felling, her vocal range was in other level here and the new type of sound that she tried here was really good, one of my favs of all time
  71. Chiaotzuss
    Aug 25, 2021
    6
    All the Pharrell song suk and all the other producers songs were masterpiece hurts to give an ari album a 6 but that's the best u can do
  72. aaronmacuha
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Her best album so far (2021). Better off is her best song and it is included to this album. I love her so much.
  73. andrie
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    The best album the best album, stream reputation and sweetener STREAM NOW!!!
  74. plutoxouwu
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    her best album for a reason, a healing album and her most experimental one!
  75. reflections
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    I purely adore the juxtaposition of two entirely different sounds placed on one album but made to flow together creating an abstract piece of art: the playful r&b tracks produced by Pharrell and the modern emotional synth smashes by Max Martin, Savan and Ilya. Topped off with a stunning visual design and the singles accompanied by music videos directed by the legend himself, Dave Meyers,I purely adore the juxtaposition of two entirely different sounds placed on one album but made to flow together creating an abstract piece of art: the playful r&b tracks produced by Pharrell and the modern emotional synth smashes by Max Martin, Savan and Ilya. Topped off with a stunning visual design and the singles accompanied by music videos directed by the legend himself, Dave Meyers, this is definitely an album and era to remember.… Expand
  76. Fall-0-Path
    Sep 26, 2021
    9
    This is one of her best works. It’s experimental and it works as a pop album. She balances the line between making the album for herself and for her fans.
  77. Samuuel
    Sep 30, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album is interesting. There are songs that convey a vibe, a delicious and addictive energy to feel. There are tracks that aren't that good, I would take them off if I were Ariana. The compositions are strong and very reflective. The tracks are pretty well lined up, with good instrumentals and harmonics to listen to, an interesting excellence.… Expand
  78. youngwarrior017
    Oct 8, 2021
    10
    Such a good comeback album and perfect singles, best tracks : God Is A Woman, Everytime, Goodnight n go, Get Well Soon...and all the other tracks tbh.
  79. cinnamongirl97
    Oct 15, 2021
    0
    An album full of rejected tracks from other artists. Can't believe this trash won a Grammy.
  80. miguelcstb
    Jan 19, 2023
    9
    When this album first came out, I hated it. I found it mediocre and full of fillers, but, my gosh, it aged like the finest of wine. I love how simple yet funny and catchy the production is, and Ariana's voice just adds the perfect touch. I don't know if it already is, but this album is gonna be timeless. Ariana was ahead of her time when she made it and she put her entire grandussy intoWhen this album first came out, I hated it. I found it mediocre and full of fillers, but, my gosh, it aged like the finest of wine. I love how simple yet funny and catchy the production is, and Ariana's voice just adds the perfect touch. I don't know if it already is, but this album is gonna be timeless. Ariana was ahead of her time when she made it and she put her entire grandussy into it. If we ignore the mess that is "blazed", this album is just *chef's kiss*… Expand
  81. victorgdree
    Nov 10, 2021
    7
    This album is her most creative with an incredible concept she has ever done. 'Sweetener' is sometimes clumsy : sweetener is a song 'all in one', some songs are really different than the concept of the album like 'breathin' and 'God is a woman', so much love these songs, but Ariana should have been like 'don't care about commercial'. This album is still a very good project !
  82. Panboy1995
    Nov 11, 2021
    10
    Iconico. Legendario. El mejor álbum de Ariana, realmente una joya musical. Mis favs god is a woman, breathing, get well soon.
  83. joshua___
    Dec 16, 2021
    10
    so goodnlove it very new and the vocals amazing
    production 10/10 and a diverse and retro album
  84. marcodelmarco
    Jan 30, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. “Sweetener” by Ariana Grande is one of the best musical albums I've ever heard in my life. the simplicity of making the sound, how she put something that made her feel bad in the song “Get Well Soon”. PERFECT!… Expand
  85. rembeauty
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    many anthems, her vocals on this album are perfect, highlight NTLTC and everytime
  86. pablovj
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    i love it soooooooooooooooooooooooo sooooooooooooooo muchhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
  87. jorge03447
    Mar 20, 2022
    10
    album experimental en el cual juega con otros sonidos y letras muy personales
  88. GiZaCo26
    Mar 24, 2022
    10
    Álbum incrível. Mostra um lado extremamente pessoal da Ariana, de forma humanizada. Não é à toa que esse trabalho lhe rendeu um Grammy Awards.
  89. butterflyfion
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    one of the best studio albums of 2010s. she’s on another level on this album
  90. Immikee
    Apr 8, 2022
    10
    Es 2022 y este album tras de pasar como lo peor de ariana ahora es lo mejor... este disco destaca el verdadero genero de ella en el 2018 un disco que dio incertidumbre tras el dolor de una perdida... Ariana se levanto con su Hit No Tears Left To Cry para regalarnos su empoderamiento femenino saco God is a woman... sweetener merecia mucho mas que 1 solo grammy dio lo mejor en ese momentoEs 2022 y este album tras de pasar como lo peor de ariana ahora es lo mejor... este disco destaca el verdadero genero de ella en el 2018 un disco que dio incertidumbre tras el dolor de una perdida... Ariana se levanto con su Hit No Tears Left To Cry para regalarnos su empoderamiento femenino saco God is a woman... sweetener merecia mucho mas que 1 solo grammy dio lo mejor en ese momento para unos meses despues regalarnos lo mejor de lo mejor...… Expand
  91. AngellHernan
    Apr 12, 2022
    10
    The lyrics, the feeling that Sweetener has is really excellent, those notes, God, are you an angel fallen from heaven? but No tears left to cry is my favorite song, I love this
  92. joaotekiaware
    Jun 26, 2022
    4
    This album sounds like Pharrell's the owner, there's authenticity's lack in so many tracks. I wonder how 'no tears left to cry', 'God is a woman' and R.E.M (one of the best songs of her career) can divide the same space in a such bad album as sweetener. She lost her time featuring with big artists in a shameful and poor production. She could do more. This album is completely forgetable.
  93. someonewhocares
    Jul 3, 2022
    10
    Sweetener is Ariana Grande's best album! Most of the songs are amazing, with some slight duds in between the best songs, but the cover is cool and the singles choices were top notch. I live for the production that unveils the masterpieces of this record, and we can think Pharell for that.

    Best songs: Sweetener, breathin, successful, god is a woman, no tears left to cry, borderline,    Sweetener is Ariana Grande's best album! Most of the songs are amazing, with some slight duds in between the best songs, but the cover is cool and the singles choices were top notch. I live for the production that unveils the masterpieces of this record, and we can think Pharell for that.

    Best songs: Sweetener, breathin, successful, god is a woman, no tears left to cry, borderline, better off, blazed, the light is coming

    Worst songs: R.E.M., get well soon.    … Expand
  94. jackhaj
    Jul 17, 2022
    7
    7/10 - Sweetener is a funky stepping stone to Ariana’s career, marking a journey to healing. The album is therapeutic to listen to, but everything that Sweetener failed to do was picked up and improved by her following album, “thank u, next.” The album itself was very messy formatting-wise. I believe certain songs should have been rearranged in placement when considering the impact that an7/10 - Sweetener is a funky stepping stone to Ariana’s career, marking a journey to healing. The album is therapeutic to listen to, but everything that Sweetener failed to do was picked up and improved by her following album, “thank u, next.” The album itself was very messy formatting-wise. I believe certain songs should have been rearranged in placement when considering the impact that an album’s structure significantly impacts its impact and artistry. There are plenty of pop-bops (breathin, god is a woman, and goodnight n go. the latter is a “sweetened” ode to the ever-impactful Imogen Heap) but a lot of abstract, weirder songs that honestly take the cake for me. I think my ability to appreciate the more abstract, funky pop tracks such as sweetener, successful, and get well soon really raised the album’s rating. Sweetener’s biggest loss is its lyrics, which are plain and shallow. Additionally, the album was very positive and held an optimistic outlook; while this is likely intentional (hence the album title), I would have also seen Sweetener’s sour side.… Expand
  95. andrematos
    Aug 17, 2022
    9
    É um álbum muito gostoso de ouvir, bem agradável, a melhor faixa na minha opinião é everytime, muito bem projetada em todos os sentidos, é um álbum bem profundo sobre a fase que ariana estava atravessando.
  96. dani_sweetener
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    With this album, Ariana showed us her emotional side. Incredible vocals and lyrics, her best body of work
  97. MarioMario123
    Aug 6, 2022
    10
    A really special album with a lot of great healing songs like everytime and powerful tracks like god is a woman. One of my faves for sure.
  98. naed_luc
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    Eu amo esse álbum, o meu favorito da vida! Amo sua musicalidade e todo o entorno about it.
  99. ursamxjor
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    This is Grande's greatest album yet and shows a new sound that's the perfect mix of dark and light, accompanied with stunning visuals.
  100. taylorseven13
    Aug 21, 2022
    9
    This album is generally an amazing up-step from Ariana Grande’s discography. It also serves as a step upward and forward momentum towards Grande’s next project, thank u next.
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#1 Most Discussed Album of 2018
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#2 Most Shared Album of 2018

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Universal acclaim - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
  1. The Quietus
    Aug 31, 2018
    70
    Grande’s new sound, the Williams-produced Not-Bangers, only make up half of the album. These standout tracks are interspersed between standard pop tracks. ... That’s not to say that the Bangers on Sweetener are bad--it’s more that they belong in previous era of Grande and they spoil the flow between songs. Sweetener may not be the dawning of a new age for Ariana but it could be a step towards somewhere weird and wonderful.
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  2. The New York Times
    Aug 29, 2018
    90
    Ms. Grande backs up her statements with song-and-dance mastery. ... She’s her own choir, support group and posse. While a few guest vocalists (Mr. Williams, Nicki Minaj, Missy Elliott) provide a little grit for contrast, Ms. Grande sails above any fray, past or present. Her aplomb is her triumph.
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  3. AllMusic
    Aug 28, 2018
    80
    An album that coheres in a way other Ariana Grande albums don't, which means Sweetener is something of a double triumph: she's come through a tough time stronger and better than before.
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