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The beauty of SOUR is that Rodrigo isn’t trying too hard to convince young listeners she understands them; she achieves this naturally, because in all the ways that matter, she is still one of them.
91
Sour doesn't try to be "the next" anyone; instead, Rodrigo distills her life and her listening habits into powerful, hooky pop that hints at an even brighter future.
80
Potent in its execution, revealing in its lyricism, it’s a record that finds Olivia Rodrigo effortlessly claiming her status as pop’s newest icon, and one of its bravest voices.
80
Olivia Rodrigo justifies her sudden climb to fame on SOUR by embodying a whole generation and letting the world in on her insecurities.
80
It’s all very overemotional, but so is being a teenager today. There’s no one better suited to tell their tales.
80
Rodrigo is guaranteed global megastardom with the release of the best break-up album since Lorde's 'Melodrama'.
80
Half wallow, half messy I-don’t-need-you self-care, Sour is the perfect first breakup soundtrack from a hugely promising new talent.
80
The fierceness and focus of Rodrigo’s streamlined debut album, Sour, suggests that the 18-year-old is going to be a real threat behind the wheel.
80
A collection of polished, precociously accomplished pop that doubles as one of the most gratifyingly undignified breakup albums ever made.
80
Whereas most artists build to their breakup album, carefully laying down the foundations of their future devastation, Rodrigo has already skipped ahead to her Tunnel of Love.
80
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.
80
Olivia Rodrigo cements her success story on the explorative and heartbroken Sour.
80
A youthful tour through heartbreak angst that only falters when it plays too safe.
80
After 'Drivers License', pop's brightest new thing proves she's not just a flash-in-the-pan, but a multidimensional artist who's in it for the long haul.
80
Rodrigo wants to be taken seriously as a songwriter, and she should be -- 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.
70
Like Eilish and Lorde before her, Rodrigo possesses both a knack for stealthy pop hooks and a vocal control beyond her years. And even if Sour doesn’t quite transcend its myriad influences, it might at least inspire her fans to Google the Piano Man.
70
Four months after “drivers license,” pop’s newest star offers a nimble and lightly chaotic collection of breakup tunes filled with melancholy and mischief.
70
She manages to create something uniquely and unabashedly her own ... However, Rodrigo's lo-fi deep cuts made in the shadow of "Drivers License" can sound a bit repetitive.
64
Sordid tabloid details are less important than the sadistic, wicked, resolutely teenage way she writes about her devastation.
60
At times, it feels as though the polite, considered Rodrigo could push ideas, emotions and melodies a little further than she does.
SOUR is a formulaic, predictable breakup album. A collection of similar sounding ballads, it mostly follows the same song structure of her hit single "drivers license": muted moody verses, belted chorus and layered vocal effect on the bridge.
Her indie girl voice is better than most, but she has an unpleasant timbre at times with belting that quickly becomes flat and repetitive. "good 4 u" and "jealousy jealousy" do well to keep things fun with their angsty pop ... read more
THANK YOU FOR 500 FOLLOWERS! SOUR IS PERFECT! ONE YEAR SINCE I JOINED AOTY!
SOUR, the debut album from Olivia Rodrigo, is the best break-up album I've ever listened to and might be album of the year. Olivia Rodrigo started her career early, acting in a few Disney TV shows and started singing on Instagram, which caught the attention of some people who thought that she'd be an amazing singer. Olivia Rodrigo, who's only 18 years old, has understood the pain of a break-up and the heartbreak that ... read more
Olivia is a surprisingly good writer, who can be very blunt and forthcoming about things going on in her life. This causes the songs here to pop and sting in a way that's special. The relationship tracks become redundant by the second half, but the tracks here that pop, absolutely slap. This is a very solid album.
Personal and Authentic Lyrics:
Rodrigo's lyrics are known for their sincerity and authenticity. She addresses themes such as the end of relationships, self-discovery, and the complexities of youth. The personal nature of the lyrics resonated with many listeners, especially teenagers.
Variety of Musical Styles:
The album features a variety of musical styles, ranging from pop punk to indie pop. The mix of Rodrigo's musical influences makes the album dynamic and interesting.
Vocal and Emotional ... read more
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Track List
| 1 | brutal 2:23 | 78 |
| 2 | traitor 3:49 | 75 |
| 3 | drivers license 4:02 | 80 |
| 4 | 1 step forward, 3 steps back 2:43 | 66 |
| 5 | deja vu 3:35 | 82 |
| 6 | good 4 u 2:58 | 82 |
| 7 | enough for you 3:22 | 66 |
| 8 | happier 2:55 | 72 |
| 9 | jealousy, jealousy 2:53 | 78 |
| 10 | favorite crime 2:32 | 73 |
| 11 | hope ur ok 3:29 | 70 |
Total Length: 34 minutes
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2mo
tbh this project was pretty whatever to me for the most part, but those last two songs are so very lovely :(
Added on: April 1, 2021