Only Human

Critic Score
Based on 3 reviews
User Score
Based on 70 ratings
2014 Ratings: #847
November 7, 2014 / Release Date
LP / Format
Polydor / Label
Dance-Pop / Genre
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Critic Reviews

60
The Guardian

She’s developed a screw-you pepperiness that leaps out at the listener.

50
Hot Press

The former reality TV contestant and current X Factor judge really needed to up her game with her fourth solo outing. Unfortunately, her latest effort sees her stumble, in some cases, spectacularly so.

20
The Arts Desk
It’s ironic, of course, that in attempting to write songs about human feelings, Cheryl has resorted to such inhuman techniques. Despite an interesting concept and some sparky lyrics, this is a terrible collection of music. There’s no drama in the presentation of ideas, only assertion, and the singing is abominable.
80

Cheryl’s Only Human brings a mature, introspective angle to her music while staying fresh and enjoyable. The album combines Cheryl's pop appeal with more atmospheric and experimental elements, making it feel different from her previous work. Tracks like “All in One Night” are among my favorites for their smooth, sultry vibe, showing her willingness to explore new sounds. Only Human feels personal, capturing Cheryl's emotional side while still delivering catchy, ... read more

musicbox
90

This is Cheryl at her absolute best. Only Human has everything you need from her: great bops, good ballads and amazing midtempos as well. The title track is quite honestly the greatest song of her career, absolute perfection. The other singles are 10/10 as well and are major pop perfection. The real standout here is the production (especially on tracks like All In One Night, Live Life Now and It's About Time), it's slick, modern and fits her voice perfectly. This record shows truly how great of ... read more

merduardo
60

A primeira metade é incrivelmente poderosa e o álbum perde um pouco de força no final, mas ainda assim é um trabalho acima da média, com highlights poderosos.

Fav tracks: I Don't Care, Live Life Now, Firecracker, Crazy Stupid Love, Throwback e It's About Time
Least fav: Fight On

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Track List

1Intro
1:51
71
2Live Life Now
2:54
84
3It's About Time
3:49
85
4Crazy Stupid Love
3:45
84
5Waiting for Lightning
3:56
79
6I Don't Care
4:00
86
7Only Human
3:34
78
8Stars
2:57
89
9Throwback
3:04
75
10All in One Night
3:09
80
11Goodbye Means Hello
3:46
71
12Coming Up for Air
4:21
feat. Compass
76
13Fight On
3:33
74
14Yellow Love
3:51
72
15Beats N Bass
2:59
67
Total Length: 51 minutes
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