Sweetener
by Ariana Grande
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Aug 17, 2018
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  1. lauraguimaraes
    Aug 18, 2018
    10
    Ariana Grande mais uma vez provou que é uma artista completa e versátil com “Sweetener”. Compôs, produziu e mostrou vocais poderosos de uma maneira jamais feita pela princesa do pop, assumiu riscos indo para um lado mais R&B e se desafiou artisticamente. Grande saiu de sua zona de conforto e nos deu uma coleção de musicas lindas dentro de um contexto coeso, sem decepcionar nenhuma vez.
  2. serhanbutera
    Aug 18, 2018
    10
    All songs are good. Ariana did different styles and i like it. Album so good. Love u
  3. Moonlightsight
    Aug 18, 2018
    10
    The album is everything I‘ve ever dreamt of and I can‘t stop,listening to it, it‘s dreamy, sweet and so different to what mainstream musicians do these days. I‘m in love, this album deserves everything
  4. sapphireboy07
    Aug 18, 2018
    10
    Apparently, a pastel album is everything I've ever wanted. Once again, the standouts this era were produced and/or written by Max Martin, Ilya, and Savan Kotecha. Respectable efforts by Pharrell with R.E.M. and Get Well Soon tho (his other tracks were cute, but were obvi not the breakout faves). It's new, and people are still easing into it not being the pop perfection 'Dangerous Woman'Apparently, a pastel album is everything I've ever wanted. Once again, the standouts this era were produced and/or written by Max Martin, Ilya, and Savan Kotecha. Respectable efforts by Pharrell with R.E.M. and Get Well Soon tho (his other tracks were cute, but were obvi not the breakout faves). It's new, and people are still easing into it not being the pop perfection 'Dangerous Woman' delivered. But Ariana Grande's allowed to grow musically and in her career. She will continue to reach greater heights as the years pass by, and this album is a good indication. Solid album. Buy/stream it.… Expand
  5. ArtemSaloev
    Mar 27, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. "Sweetener" is quiet and melodic album but sometimes unpredictable. Grande did a step forward and showed us her great power. No tears left to cry, god is a woman, breathin, everytime. raindrops(an angel cried), goodnight n go demonstrate us all power of her voice and opportunities. But I can't deny that some tracks like Pete Davidson, successful and borderline are cheap. But anyway Grande made a beautiful album and you should listen to it!… Expand
  6. musiclover199
    Aug 18, 2018
    7
    There are some moments on the album but in the most part it falls flat. I don't think most of the tracks have any replay value
  7. huyhie
    Aug 18, 2018
    10
    Ariana Grande came back with a delightful but powerful body of work as "Sweetener" is her most personal album to date. Though Pharrell gives the album many (weirdly) surprising twists, the best tracks on the album stand out as some of Pop/RnB's strongest songs in 2018. One of the noticeably powerful tracks on the album is "Breathin", with every element needed for a Pop hit, this song isAriana Grande came back with a delightful but powerful body of work as "Sweetener" is her most personal album to date. Though Pharrell gives the album many (weirdly) surprising twists, the best tracks on the album stand out as some of Pop/RnB's strongest songs in 2018. One of the noticeably powerful tracks on the album is "Breathin", with every element needed for a Pop hit, this song is most likely to be one of the smash hits of this era. "God is a woman", "No Tears Left To Cry" and "The Light Is Coming" are all strong tracks, although the last one may sound strange for some. "R.E.M", "everytime", "get well soon" and "better off" may be some of the most favorable tracks, with "better off" being the only ballad on the album, but a powerful one. Overall, this album may just be the best Pop album of the year and definitely one of Ariana's bests so far along with her previous project "Dangerous Woman".… Expand
  8. ralphbernardo13
    Aug 19, 2018
    10
    The production is much different than her first albums. A much matured Ariana Grande and same breathtaking harmonizing and vocals. I love the mood and how it paid tribute to the Manchester incident.
  9. Sweetener4
    Aug 18, 2018
    10
    Un buen trabajo, ella enserio se lucio con este album, es una pieza maestra.
  10. leobecker
    Aug 18, 2018
    10
    simplesmente hinário, há algumas faixas horríveis? sim como borderline é blazed mas goodnight n go,breathin, god is a woman e outras compensam, é o 2º melhor álbum de ariana só perdendo pra dangerous woman, ela traz uma vibe mais R&B nessa álbum saindo totalmente se sua zona de conforto, inovar e hitar é essencial
  11. gabrielcunha
    Aug 18, 2018
    10
    Ariana Grande is a pop legend since her debut. Sweetener is a mix of everything she gave us with her three other albums, "Yours Truly", "My Everything" and "Dangerous Woman". It's a perfect album, even with the Pharrell's heavy intervention, it's something where Ariana explore her voice, her talent and emotions. Thank you Ariana.
  12. pjsgdlu
    Aug 30, 2018
    10
    this album is amazing, the only problem people could have is that is a little bit different, but it is really good, able to win a grammy
  13. sweetener716
    Aug 18, 2018
    10
    After several albums that, albeit aesthetically different, followed the same Max Martin-devised formula of repetitive beats, soaring high notes for the sake of high notes, and a conglomerate of songs that would be great singles but didn't exactly make for a cohesive album, Sweetener is an emblem of artistic growth. Ariana and her team should be very proud. With an experimental sound thatAfter several albums that, albeit aesthetically different, followed the same Max Martin-devised formula of repetitive beats, soaring high notes for the sake of high notes, and a conglomerate of songs that would be great singles but didn't exactly make for a cohesive album, Sweetener is an emblem of artistic growth. Ariana and her team should be very proud. With an experimental sound that thankfully doesn't veer into "I have GarageBand and I know how to use it" territory, she stretches the limits of what modern pop is meant to be.

    With several songs dedicated to her struggles with anxiety, toxic relationships, and the sadness that remains after Manchester, Ariana showcases depth like she never has before.    … Expand
  14. panchofan
    Aug 18, 2018
    9
    el album es bueno canciones como NTLTC, GIAW, TLIC, Breathin, everytime, raindrops (an angel cry) son las mejores pero en otras canciones muy adelantada para sacar nuevos tonos y no son buenas son largas y aburridas
  15. jards
    Aug 18, 2018
    7
    Apesar de Ariana sempre ter tido influências de R&B, acho que nesse album ela traz isso mais fortemente, além de se apresentar com vocais e arranjos bem incomuns, se comparados aos trabalhos anteriores.
  16. Jacsantos
    Aug 18, 2018
    10
    This album exhibits Ariana's growth as an artist. The album, and yes this is an ALBUM not a collection of pop singles, reflects what Ari has gone through the last year or so. It's hectic and almost disjointed sound at times reflects her feelings of anxiety in a post Manchester world, mixed with dreamy vocals reflecting her healing process and falling in love. Feminism, anxiety, loss, toxicThis album exhibits Ariana's growth as an artist. The album, and yes this is an ALBUM not a collection of pop singles, reflects what Ari has gone through the last year or so. It's hectic and almost disjointed sound at times reflects her feelings of anxiety in a post Manchester world, mixed with dreamy vocals reflecting her healing process and falling in love. Feminism, anxiety, loss, toxic relationships, light, and getting well are all the themes and topics covered here. It's all wrapped in a lush throw back early 2000's r&b production while also pushing the boundaries forward. It's simply her most adult, and best, album to date.… Expand
  17. hoesoulji
    Aug 18, 2018
    9
    O álbum mais coerente e maduro da Ariana. Senti a falta dos vocais mais potentes que ela têm e que se encaixariam muito bem com o som mais r&b do sweetener.
  18. marimsilv
    Aug 18, 2018
    10
    Ariana's best album with no doubt. It reflects her growth as a person and as an artist. I loved the way she explored new sounds without fear of criticism. This is what the industry needed. Very proud of her.

    My top five atm:
    1. Breathin
    2. God Is A Woman
    3, Everytime
    4. R.E.M
    5. Successful
  19. LuMiranda
    Aug 18, 2018
    10
    É o melhor album da carreira da Ari. Ela deu um novo significado ao pop! Ela esta de parabéns!
  20. gabsbrand
    Aug 18, 2018
    9
    É um álbum bastante controverso para uma cantora do nível da Ariana - se não, o mais controverso de sua carreira -, mas não deixa de ser um trabalho impecável. Nesse trabalho, Grande deixa de lado os seus poderosos vocais, marca registrada do seu álbum anterior: "Dangerous Woman", porém ainda podemos notá-los em faixas como "raindrops" e "God is a woman", por exemplo. O único ponto ruim doÉ um álbum bastante controverso para uma cantora do nível da Ariana - se não, o mais controverso de sua carreira -, mas não deixa de ser um trabalho impecável. Nesse trabalho, Grande deixa de lado os seus poderosos vocais, marca registrada do seu álbum anterior: "Dangerous Woman", porém ainda podemos notá-los em faixas como "raindrops" e "God is a woman", por exemplo. O único ponto ruim do álbum são as músicas produzidas pelo Pharrel, que deixam um pouco de lado características próprias da Ariana e se mostram como um "The Pharrel Show" (como afirma o "The Independent (UK)"). Infelizmente, muitos esperavam uma chamada "salvação do pop", e se desapontaram, mas para quem realmente conhece a Ariana, sabe o quanto é importante esse álbum para ela. Contudo, em linhas gerais, é incrível como a Ariana conseguiu sair de sua zona de conforto (pop dançante e vocais bem marcados) e trouxe realmente um álbum bem "adoçado", com suas melodias, letras e vocais amenos.… Expand
  21. IlyaBusheyko
    Aug 18, 2018
    10
    Один из лучших альбомов в её карьере, если не лучший. Она заслужила всех похвал!
  22. emilywelsh
    Aug 18, 2018
    10
    young ariana run pop! she never disappoints. has a song for EVERY listener, and is bound to be a gp success
  23. selenaesquizo
    Aug 18, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. melhor álbum da ariana, um pop/r&b com toques suaves de uma verdadeira artista pop, dando destaque a "everytime", "breathin" e "better off" sendo lenda como sempre. a ariana se destacou como artista principal de todo o álbum, diferente dos outros! uma lenda que merece o melhor com esse álbum.… Expand
  24. polux
    Aug 18, 2018
    10
    totalmente único e importante na carreira da maior artista de sua geração
  25. MatthewGO
    Aug 18, 2018
    7
    Im an arianator and i have to say that this album is amazing but Pharrell songs could be better bc these sounds so lazy :/
  26. delroiiigrande
    Aug 18, 2018
    10
    Hands down, this is Ariana Grande’s best album so far!!! She tried to calibrate to another direction, try new stuffs, and she succeeded! Sweetener is “sweet” and “spicy” at the same time. This album deserves a Grammy!
  27. Agdiamondx
    Aug 18, 2018
    9
    Iconic diosariana dando arte nada nuevo, proxima reina del pop asi esza
    Ariana>>>selesarna
  28. Davidsaez
    Aug 18, 2018
    10
    La verdad tenia muchas expectativas acerca de este album, pero siento que aun asi es muy bueno.
  29. xcxshunfeng
    Aug 18, 2018
    10
    the perfect album I need is this one by Ariana Grande which is called Sweetener
  30. Mike_b
    Aug 18, 2018
    10
    Un álbum en donde cada canción es diferente, esperando ansioso cada track para sorprenderse con los riesgos acertados que se decidieron tomar.
  31. JJNICXLAS
    Aug 18, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is her most personal album now, and in my opinion, this is a really good work (taking in consideration that it is experimental and solid at the same time), she showed her personal/musical growth and showed how she can experiment with new sounds and producers and still sounds really good!. The best tracks for me are "Goodnight N Go", "God Is A Woman", "Everytime", "Breathin" and "Better Off".… Expand
  32. ariaxx
    Aug 18, 2018
    10
    tanginaaa!! love this album sweetener!! philippines here!! wala nakong masabi iba talaga ang queen.......................................asdghsdhdfjfgjfghkghkhgjfgjfghdfgsdfgshdfjfgjfg
  33. aristormi
    Aug 19, 2018
    10
    a **** bop. her best album. locals are already shaking. buy and stream the **** out of it
  34. Gnup
    Aug 19, 2018
    10
    My first impression wasn't the best and even a little disappointment, but as one person once said: "Albums of Ariana Grande are like a good wine. The more you listen to it, the better they sounds."
  35. arianaqueeen
    Aug 19, 2018
    10
    arte, le pese a quien le pese, la princesa del pop ganando como siempre, selena mira desde lejos, bye

    breathin >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> vida y obra de seleperro amen
  36. sidestodemi
    Aug 19, 2018
    9
    O destaque aqui vai para os singles lançados anteriormente, everytime, breathin, goodnight n go, pete davidson, better off e get well soon que salvam o álbum no melhor estilo da Ariana.
  37. dani_xcx
    Aug 19, 2018
    10
    Ariana veio com um álbum com a sonoridade diferente de qualquer coisa que ela tenha feito antes. Isso pode desapontar muitos, porém Ariana mostra sua versatilidade se distanciando do pop mainstream. As faixas no tears left to cry, God is a woman, breathin, everytime e goodnight n go serão as favoritas de quem curte um pop mais tradicional. Já faixas como blazed, the light is coming,Ariana veio com um álbum com a sonoridade diferente de qualquer coisa que ela tenha feito antes. Isso pode desapontar muitos, porém Ariana mostra sua versatilidade se distanciando do pop mainstream. As faixas no tears left to cry, God is a woman, breathin, everytime e goodnight n go serão as favoritas de quem curte um pop mais tradicional. Já faixas como blazed, the light is coming, sweetener, borderline, R.E.M e get well soon mostram a tentativa de Grande em tentar se afastar do comum de maneira majestosa, seja com a produção de Pharrell Williams ou com seus vocais poderosos.… Expand
  38. ladygaga147
    Aug 19, 2018
    10
    Es un álbum potente fuera de lo común con sonidos envolventes que van desde baladas hermosas a música pop bailable
  39. valbugtol
    Aug 19, 2018
    10
    There is a delightful aspect that runs throughout the whole album. At the same time, however, there is this sense of resolve that shows how Ariana has dealt with the tragedies and personal issues that have occurred in the most amazing way. It strays away from the extremely "pop-y" sound she had before, which is very refreshing, but still kept hints of it in a few of the songs on thisThere is a delightful aspect that runs throughout the whole album. At the same time, however, there is this sense of resolve that shows how Ariana has dealt with the tragedies and personal issues that have occurred in the most amazing way. It strays away from the extremely "pop-y" sound she had before, which is very refreshing, but still kept hints of it in a few of the songs on this album, furthering the message of being happy and not listening to the "darkness". This album is definitely a record worth listening to.… Expand
  40. Davinson
    Aug 19, 2018
    10
    El álbum más fresco, dulce y maduro de Ariana Grande. Nos sorprendió el nuevo cambio de Ari pero esta bueno, aunque no todas las canciones peguen bien pero es un buen trabajo.
  41. Toneldx
    Aug 19, 2018
    10
    Al escucharlo por 1ra vez se preguntaran: ¿Qué pasó con este álbum? ¿Por qué no es Dangerous Woman Pt. 2?
    Pero mientras más escuchen este álbum, más entenderán todas sus canciones y su respectivo significado y lo amarán.
  42. MarkParken
    Jul 12, 2019
    10
    Very good album marking an evolution of Ariana Grande. As promised, a personal album with lots of ballads and not really potential titles but following the tragic attack of Manchester during his concert it really corresponds to a personal album. It is very different of the album "Dangerous Woman" because it's less pop and more r'n'b and there were more potential tracks. I remember the leadVery good album marking an evolution of Ariana Grande. As promised, a personal album with lots of ballads and not really potential titles but following the tragic attack of Manchester during his concert it really corresponds to a personal album. It is very different of the album "Dangerous Woman" because it's less pop and more r'n'b and there were more potential tracks. I remember the lead singer "No Tears Left To Cry", "The Light Is Coming", "God is a woman", "Blazed", "Raindrops (an angel cried)", "Breathin", "Bordeline" and "Get Well Soon ".… Expand
  43. kennaynes
    Aug 20, 2018
    10
    the tracks of this album is good, fun, dreamy and personalize but it doesn't showcase all of her capabilities in singing but she did it in her 3 previous albums which is very great.
  44. Wikujama
    Aug 20, 2018
    9
    This album i so incredible and different (unique). My favourite song is goodnight n go this is so amazing like angels in the sky! I love Ariana so much but i can't give her 10/10 because of Blazed ft. Pharrell....This is **** OMG!
  45. iraphaeu
    Aug 20, 2018
    10
    Album of the year!! all track is a bop, this album is amazing definitely worth a grammy ariana deserver
  46. irenehgarcia
    Aug 20, 2018
    10
    This is definitely her most meaningful album and her best so far. She wanted to do something different and show her most personal self, and yes at first this album sounds weird but thats exactly what she wanted to do, music that not everyone is used to hear. She didnt make this project for people to like it as commercial music, she did this because thats what she felt she had to do as anThis is definitely her most meaningful album and her best so far. She wanted to do something different and show her most personal self, and yes at first this album sounds weird but thats exactly what she wanted to do, music that not everyone is used to hear. She didnt make this project for people to like it as commercial music, she did this because thats what she felt she had to do as an artist. Shout out to get well soon and breathin for speaking up about her mental health. Such a delightful and beautiful album.… Expand
  47. ionutB
    Aug 20, 2018
    10
    Her best album of all time. The songs are extraordinary, but my favorite song is "everytime"'. It think that it should be the next single.
  48. zaynbrute
    Aug 20, 2018
    10
    maravilhoso,embora dificil de engolir ele cresce com o tempo,além da ariana modificar as coisas
  49. livilhotrinde
    Aug 20, 2018
    10
    RAINHA DO POP #selenafracassada #demifracassada #mileyfracassada ...................
  50. grandeupd
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    such a good album wow she did that I can't stress it enough she could release every track as a single
  51. kaiquemendes
    Aug 20, 2018
    10
    The surnames of his best career, the album completely escaped the usual and surprised. incredible!
    bj brasil
  52. STAINED
    Aug 21, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Um dos melhores álbuns da Ariana, inovador e muito maduro,com músicas muito diferentes do que muitos estão acusmados a ouvii… Expand
  53. theblazedtea
    Aug 21, 2018
    10
    this album is by far one of her best era’s in my opinion. she’s more open in this album than her previous work. you can have your opinions, but this album’s a bop.
  54. mileycyrus_
    Aug 21, 2018
    10
    This album has a unique sound that I've never heard from Ariana before. Ariana has definitely made a right decision working with Pharrell and her previous producers as her album gives a mix of new and old sounds that the fans will surely love and enjoy.

    In terms of lyrics and meaning of each song, Ariana has become more personal compared to her previous albums. Songs from sweetener    This album has a unique sound that I've never heard from Ariana before. Ariana has definitely made a right decision working with Pharrell and her previous producers as her album gives a mix of new and old sounds that the fans will surely love and enjoy.

    In terms of lyrics and meaning of each song, Ariana has become more personal compared to her previous albums. Songs from sweetener talked about anxiety, toxic relationships, female empowerment, happiness, and love. She also paid tribute to Manchester in her songs "No Tears Left to Cry" and "Get Well Soon".

    Ariana has definitely done a great job with this album despite experiencing a tragedy that happened in Manchester. She's definitely back and she's better than ever.    … Expand
  55. copking
    Aug 21, 2018
    10
    It's her best and most experimental album. The reason people don't like it is because it's different and they wanted another album full of Dangerous Woman-esque songs, but Ariana didn't give us that. Instead she gave us her weirdest, most personal and most mature album yet.
  56. lovatxsweetener
    Aug 21, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ariana has just given us the best album of her career. Cohesive, mature and personal. An authentic artist who came to stay.… Expand
  57. onkis
    Aug 21, 2018
    10
    Sweetener el album mas personal de Ariana grande, nos trae una serie de propuestas interesantes al oido, como también hits que la romperán en las listas. Con un tracklist astutamente organizado, vamos repasando canción a canción, en donde son fáciles de destacar a R.E.M, la cual tiene una composición y sonido único, que se acompaña de manera excelente con la voz de Ariana, BREATHIN, un hitSweetener el album mas personal de Ariana grande, nos trae una serie de propuestas interesantes al oido, como también hits que la romperán en las listas. Con un tracklist astutamente organizado, vamos repasando canción a canción, en donde son fáciles de destacar a R.E.M, la cual tiene una composición y sonido único, que se acompaña de manera excelente con la voz de Ariana, BREATHIN, un hit indiscutido o GET WELL SOON, quizá la canción mas personal para ella, en donde a través de matices dignas de Broadway, podemos seguir una linea de conflictos presentes en el fuero interno y como poco a poco estos van superandose. Siendo así Sweetener una respuesta a lo que significa una buena producción y una excelente vocalista.… Expand
  58. Nadav
    Aug 21, 2018
    10
    her best album. a must listen project. not only is the music incredible but so are the visuals.
  59. fabxricio
    Aug 22, 2018
    10
    Sem dúvidas o melhor trabalho da Ariana, inteiramente coeso, balanceado e emocional.
  60. Jekipz
    Aug 22, 2018
    10
    Beautiful album, her best album!!! Molto differente dal suo solito ma davvero tanto toccante e profondo.
  61. girlwholoves13
    Aug 22, 2018
    10
    wasnt a big fan of DW but she SNAPPED on this one.... so proud of her growth and R&B really suits her
  62. Itsseebass
    Aug 22, 2018
    10
    My favorite Breathin, blazed & Everytime jajajajajajjajajajajajakskskskskskskskakajajajajajajjajajajajajakskskskskskskskakakakkaka.
  63. jordancastro
    Aug 22, 2018
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un buen disco,con buenos ritmos, eso esta claro pero no es lo suficientemente bueno para Ariana. Esta desperdiciando la gran voz que tiene.… Expand
  64. arushiae
    Aug 23, 2018
    10
    The features of the album took a while to really get used to but overall amazing album! Love the new sounds and Ariana really pulls everything off really well. My favourites are breathin, r.e.m, goodnight n go, better off and everytime
  65. Anipter
    Aug 23, 2018
    10
    Sem dúvida este é um dos melhores álbuns da carreira da Ariana Grande, soube optar entre uma divisão enorme de ritmos e sons, sabendo manter um conceito entre todos eles e por não utilizar o bem dito auto-tune para disfarçar a voz, possuindo uma voz agradável e doce.
  66. cucumberwater
    Aug 23, 2018
    8
    I've listened to this album about 5 times since it came out and at first I really enjoyed it, and I still do, but with more listens a few of the songs go stale for me. The standout singles God is a woman and No Tears Left To Cry were to me also the best songs on the album to me. Songs like The Light Is Coming (feat. Nicki Minaj) and Better Off miss the mark and make for easily forgettableI've listened to this album about 5 times since it came out and at first I really enjoyed it, and I still do, but with more listens a few of the songs go stale for me. The standout singles God is a woman and No Tears Left To Cry were to me also the best songs on the album to me. Songs like The Light Is Coming (feat. Nicki Minaj) and Better Off miss the mark and make for easily forgettable songs. Overall I still think this is a great album and is a great showcase of Grande's beautiful vocals and now more adult songwriting skills.… Expand
  67. juliowgr
    Aug 23, 2018
    10
    sim, foi um espanto na minha primeira impressão do album, eu fiquei a pensar " estamos no natal? por que todas as musicas aqui parecem natalinas", mas depois de algum tempo ouvindo e refletindo eu cheguei a conclusão que esse é um dos trabalhos mais lindos da ariana, não é um album fácil de ser digerido mas após você começar a se acostumar com a voz de um anjo, você percebe que aquilo é asim, foi um espanto na minha primeira impressão do album, eu fiquei a pensar " estamos no natal? por que todas as musicas aqui parecem natalinas", mas depois de algum tempo ouvindo e refletindo eu cheguei a conclusão que esse é um dos trabalhos mais lindos da ariana, não é um album fácil de ser digerido mas após você começar a se acostumar com a voz de um anjo, você percebe que aquilo é a coisa mais bonita que você ouviu em um bom tempo. Por mim, ariana salvará a musica feminina que anda tão esquecida e se tornará um mito para nossa geração e uma lenda para nossos filhos. Coeso, lindo, surpreendente e com vocais angelicais.… Expand
  68. Chaurian
    Aug 23, 2018
    10
    De longe o melhor trabalho dela, musicas gostosas de ouvir, vocal impecável e letras lindas!
  69. mconlight
    Aug 24, 2018
    10
    Ariana did something different with this album and I absolutely love it. It's a perfect combination of R&B and pop and it sounds very cohesive and calming. Successful, everytime and borderline are some of my favorite songs.
  70. pocdapan
    Aug 24, 2018
    10
    sem dúvidas é o trabalho mais diferente da Ariana, ao contrário de seus álbuns anteriores, Sweetener explora outro lado da voz dela, literalmente algo mais "sweet". Grande com este álbum assume riscos em sua carreira ao unir-se com Pharrell Williams que vem de um vasto histórico de canções "fora de sincronia" do que está fazendo sucesso hoje em dia, explorando outras formas, como porsem dúvidas é o trabalho mais diferente da Ariana, ao contrário de seus álbuns anteriores, Sweetener explora outro lado da voz dela, literalmente algo mais "sweet". Grande com este álbum assume riscos em sua carreira ao unir-se com Pharrell Williams que vem de um vasto histórico de canções "fora de sincronia" do que está fazendo sucesso hoje em dia, explorando outras formas, como por exemplo em the light is coming que é totalmente diferente do que está no topo dos charts hoje em di… Expand
  71. fabiann
    Aug 24, 2018
    10
    Sweetener it's definitely not only one of the best releases this year (the best at pop), but it is also an incredible work of art from Ariana, this is the album where she goes from a international superstar to an artist, an icon, and of course just proves once again that we will have more Ariana Grande for many more years.
  72. raydropss
    Aug 27, 2018
    10
    wonderful album! this is just for good ears up and musical intellect! genuine, intelligent ,authentic, elegant and tastefu.
  73. osman21
    Aug 26, 2018
    10
    Every song has a special vibe, you have to listen more than one time and you gonna feel peace inside you.
  74. NathanByrne
    Aug 29, 2018
    10
    At first i didn't like Sweetener , i was a little bit disappointed. I expected more. But later i realized why album isn't what i expected. Songs chosen for the album fit with theme of the album. This new Ariana found a new sound. That's for a big respect because lot of singers don't experiment and that leads to my 10. Her courage. I am glad she didn't put just "bops" like she wantedAt first i didn't like Sweetener , i was a little bit disappointed. I expected more. But later i realized why album isn't what i expected. Songs chosen for the album fit with theme of the album. This new Ariana found a new sound. That's for a big respect because lot of singers don't experiment and that leads to my 10. Her courage. I am glad she didn't put just "bops" like she wanted before. She chose this songs , which are also good. Whatever she makes , it's a masterpiece.… Expand
  75. koulhsgkel
    Aug 29, 2018
    10
    the album has many bops ... everytime high note and breathing are lovely .. god is a woma n and NTLTC are omg *.* there are also some slow and easy songs that i would like to hear when i relax and i didnt have from ariana ... those harmonies omg i love them
  76. davepahila
    Aug 30, 2018
    10
    Her past full-length albums have carefully treaded on the standards of mainstream pop--incorporating trendy elements that guaranteed surefire hits. In Sweetener, Ariana explores a more unique sound--a necessary shedding to become a pop superstar who is redefining her genre along the way.
  77. danielhdio
    Aug 31, 2018
    10
    I'm impressed at how cohesive the production on this album is and you can really tell that this album was made with one thought in mind which was finding the light through tragedy.
  78. ItsRichard
    Aug 31, 2018
    8
    I love this album it's so different from what she has put out before, there are some skippable songs on the album but that's normal for any album honestly but there are a lot of bops on this album: breathin got me wigless, Better off has me crying in singleness, and goodnight n go cleared my skin... h2gkmo and stream sweetener.
  79. enricoputzolu
    Aug 31, 2018
    10
    best album of 2018. it has to be listened more than 1 time because the first time it sounds weird
  80. mattiazisa
    Aug 31, 2018
    8
    Ariana Grande is moving from her musical comfort zone, and she's doing good anyways.
    I can't say "Sweetener" is a perfect album, but it's a great new start for Ariana, who must follow this flow of change.
    In this album we can't notice, as much as the previous ones, notable tracks (except "No tears left to cry"). But this is not necessarily a negative thing. The production is well done,    Ariana Grande is moving from her musical comfort zone, and she's doing good anyways.
    I can't say "Sweetener" is a perfect album, but it's a great new start for Ariana, who must follow this flow of change.

    In this album we can't notice, as much as the previous ones, notable tracks (except "No tears left to cry"). But this is not necessarily a negative thing. The production is well done, the vibe is good and we can all notice the work behind this album. I really enjoyed Pharrel's productions, even though many people didn't. But the only big problem with "Sweetener" is the lyrics, that work for most of the songs, but not in every of them.

    My top 3 is:
    1. "R.E.M"
    2. "The light is coming" ft. Nicki Minaj
    3. "successful"
    bonus: "God is a woman"

    This may not be the best album of the year, but Ariana is working to achieve this goal.

    7,6/10 (8 for Metacritic)    … Expand
  81. danielfonseca
    Sep 5, 2018
    9
    Este álbum é diferente do que a Ariana costuma fazer habitualmente. Sweetener é um album que contem musicas felizes e melodicas ao nivel pop e logo aí tem muito a ganhar por ser um album completamente diferente ao que estamos habituados no mundo da musica. A única coisa negativa que me chateia é o facto do album ter menos tempo do que o habitual e haver uma musica com 30Este álbum é diferente do que a Ariana costuma fazer habitualmente. Sweetener é um album que contem musicas felizes e melodicas ao nivel pop e logo aí tem muito a ganhar por ser um album completamente diferente ao que estamos habituados no mundo da musica. A única coisa negativa que me chateia é o facto do album ter menos tempo do que o habitual e haver uma musica com 30 segundos(raindrops) outra com 1:15(Pete Davidson) e aqueles 40 segundos mudos na ultima musica.....acho que no fator tempo a Ariana tem um pouco a perder neste album. Quanto menos musica fizer, tambem menos erros dá.… Expand
  82. fabiannn
    Sep 14, 2018
    10
    This is the album where Ariana goes from a talented pop star to an artist, an icon in music and society, she is here to stay.
  83. RoyRunt
    Sep 16, 2018
    7
    Sweetener has solidified itself to be one of the many important albums that will go down in music history. With Ariana's sweet voice and creative mind, she can either make herself sound like a dream (R.E.M) or a full choir (God is a woman). However, Pharrell Williams' produced songs (Blazed, R.E.M, The Light is Coming, Sweetener, Successful, Borderline and Get Well Soon) were weak, withSweetener has solidified itself to be one of the many important albums that will go down in music history. With Ariana's sweet voice and creative mind, she can either make herself sound like a dream (R.E.M) or a full choir (God is a woman). However, Pharrell Williams' produced songs (Blazed, R.E.M, The Light is Coming, Sweetener, Successful, Borderline and Get Well Soon) were weak, with the exception of Get Well Soon. The production of the said tracks weren't on par with the rest of the songs produced by Max Martin and the like, receiving mixed reactions because of how small the impact is but personally, he did fair. However above all things, we can respect Ariana Grande's decision to experiment and for me, it is a good experiment.… Expand
  84. JosephTrem
    Sep 19, 2018
    8
    Grande is expanding her music style, and the result is sweet pop recipe that goes beyond modern pop standards.
  85. franj
    Dec 15, 2019
    10
    Muy bueno los ritmos, sin duda alguna un gran trabajo para mi el mejor album del 2018
  86. thunderjohnny
    Sep 30, 2018
    10
    An amazing album with an amazing production ! In my opinion the best i’ve heard from her and the best album i’ve heard this year!
  87. Jeffwith2fs
    Jan 11, 2020
    7
    I have mixed feelings about this body of work, it has like 6-7 bops but the rest i would totally skip. not even close to her best albums like dangerous woman and thank u, next.
  88. Dsros96
    Oct 29, 2018
    3
    Honestly a let down. After her masterpiece Dangerous Woman this is a step back. Almost every song is uninteresting. The singles are the best songs: No Tears Left To Cry, God Is A Woman and Breathin.
  89. BGV
    Jun 24, 2019
    10
    Amazing, mature album which contains some experimental, fresh and unexpected takes.
  90. querinx
    Nov 15, 2018
    10
    álbum íconico né mores, ariana rainha sempre arrasando e pisando nas ratas.
  91. kevinnno
    Nov 23, 2018
    10
    Un álbum realmente diferente a lo que normalmente Ariana hace, sonidos nuevos, frescos y una letra ya mas personal, me encanta esta nueva etapa de Ariana y la felicito por este GRAN ÁLBUM, ME ENCANTA!
  92. sharpea
    Dec 11, 2019
    7
    Sweetener shows a sonically new side from Ariana muchly supported by Pharrell's production but still showcases her vocal ability. Standout tracks include God Is A Woman, Successful, Get Well Soon, among others. The skips are Blazed, Borderline, Better Off, & Goodnight N Go.
  93. Article99
    Sep 6, 2019
    10
    Sweetener is bold, proud and unique. Featuring singles such as “no tears left to cry” and “God is a woman”, Sweetener proves to be Ariana’s most daring album yet. In the end, Grande has created a beautifully cohesive and well-performed album.
  94. Vaibav
    Jan 15, 2019
    5
    Grande got so much generic with this album. the light is coming featuring Nicki Minaj is one of the worst songs I've ever heard. God is a woman, which is average offended us, pete davidson and goodnight n' go were really good. no tears left to cry was promising, but this is a let down.
  95. isrobi
    Jan 4, 2019
    0
    One of the worst albums of 2018. Very disappointed considering Ariana would go same way like with DW. Manchester and Relationships falling apart and all this PR stunts makes her only worse and worse...
  96. Typholo
    Jan 7, 2019
    8
    Truly the most artistic project by the artist. It feels like a post-traumatic portrait of Ariana's life, with her lifting herself up like a soft yet heavenly breeze. Sustained by an experimental R&B sound, the most calm tracks reveal either a genuine and sincere vision of the singer's relationships, or her struggles and meditation about life. On the other hand, the Pop side of the albumTruly the most artistic project by the artist. It feels like a post-traumatic portrait of Ariana's life, with her lifting herself up like a soft yet heavenly breeze. Sustained by an experimental R&B sound, the most calm tracks reveal either a genuine and sincere vision of the singer's relationships, or her struggles and meditation about life. On the other hand, the Pop side of the album shows a mature and vivid figure confessing out with her own powerful voice. The entire piece is like a pastel drawing of a gaseous landscape, with stronger or weaker strokes in peacefully rhythms composing a bright state of mind glowing in a dark space.… Expand
  97. Celestial123
    Jan 19, 2019
    0
    I don't know what people see in this album. I took the time to listen to this awful mess and regret it completely. The only reason why she is so 'successful' is because of a series or unfortunate events and that she chose her singles wisely. All the other songs have no replay value. Would not recommend.
  98. Malis14
    May 23, 2019
    10
    This album really cured my depression, a really chill and cute album with some amazing big empowering tracks throughout it like ntltc, giaw, breathin and gws..... And yeah tlic is an amazing track don't even try
  99. anthonypaul
    Feb 9, 2019
    10
    Ariana releasing her fourth album with experimental sounds was quite unexpected. But still, it was excellent. The way she wanted to feel us the mood of the album (which is cloudy, bubbly, and fun) was extraordinary. And also, the track "the light is coming (feat. Nicki Minaj)" is arguably the worst song off the album, according to some fans. But for me, the track is the best off the album.Ariana releasing her fourth album with experimental sounds was quite unexpected. But still, it was excellent. The way she wanted to feel us the mood of the album (which is cloudy, bubbly, and fun) was extraordinary. And also, the track "the light is coming (feat. Nicki Minaj)" is arguably the worst song off the album, according to some fans. But for me, the track is the best off the album. Beats produced like that would make me dance every time!… Expand
  100. louis_
    Jun 26, 2019
    9
    Maturity is the key word to describe this spectacular album, which gave us a very positive perspective of Grande sound evolution in the industry and that is shown in a fantastic way in this album
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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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