Harry Styles - Self-Titled ALBUM REVIEW

[@EastDzn]

just salty because he got no hairy style

[@dexdzll6427]

nice

[@TelecastPropellor96]

Hm Hm Hm Hm Hm

[@dejiesji4038]

As the reviewer himself implies, Harry is an old soul, and wise beyond his years. One reason our higher power has chosen Harry as one of His messengers.

[@LautFErrotabere]

I'm done jajajaja

[@slorchcollector9293]

that profile picture is exactly what i think you looked like immediately after typing this comment

[@leafshield7770]

Previously: "Harry Styles really came through on this album." Review: "Nah, issa 4."

[@a.j8307]

Issa Album

[@armandoortiz1634]

On Snapchat: "Harry Styles really came through on this album" Review: 4/10

[@ParkerGaming69]

wuts his snapchat

[@mingster96]

reply

[@tehyegkyeb]

he doesn't have a snapchat I think but there was this story where they were talking about Harry's album and they went through all the fangirls reaction and stuff and then he said that

[@mrsii671]

Thought it was gonna be a 7 for sure

[@KevinchuWylde]

He came through as a mediocre musician

[@luxmar1]

The red flannel: the antithesis of the sacred yellow flannel.

[@QDJW]

MarTin ShorLux links to other reviews with the red flannel? I need to go down this rabbit hole

[@fuckwad1234]

D E E P E S T L O R E

[@internetuser4188]

red flannel was worn in the Daft Punk - RAM review

[@vaticpillars]

Gotta hit an iron to the collar tho...

[@penwoopydo]

What does the black t-shirt mean?

[@velvetanalog6787]

Anthony the type of man to release an album and give himself a 10.

[@ilovecody7514]

Simon T Actually I'm sure he gave himself a light 3...

[@trymikefirst]

What are you saying? Cal put out The New Calassic. Not Anthony.

[@porochu8871]

Simon T he already did that but didnt give himself a q0

[@bon.8819]

Simon T What are you to scared to say nigga? nigga nigga nigga nigga nigga nigga nigga nigga nigga nigga nigga nigga nigga nigga nigga nigga nigga nigga nigga nigga nigga nigga nigga nigga nigga nigga nigga nigga nigga nigga

[@ilovecody7514]

HPFMav​ Anthony disguised himself as Cal. Thatistheplan is actually The Needle Drop.

[@morissmor]

11:55 to skip the review

[@12bucukfalandim]

Reptile estrin i clicked it fr hahah

[@bepp2551]

Thanks just what i was looking for

[@slorchcollector9293]

ah cheers mate

[@imme190402]

Thank you. I should have read this before watching the video.

[@SOCKS_RABBIT]

LMFAO

[@vaivastatkaityte5582]

"Neal Horan"

[@kassyC1]

Vaiva S. Lmaooooo

[@markf5220]

I cry every time I hear it

[@andi560]

Take it or leave it

[@ahnafhassan8811]

Some of the criticisms are fine but how is Harry playing it safe when it sounds nothing like what's 'trending' in music right now?

[@rydersings]

He's really opening doors for better music in the top 40 (or at least has the potential to transition some people out of the top 40)

[@micapotter]

realliferyder I really hope you're right

[@unlovebreather]

then why not answer with what he said so they understand

[@myncraft1]

Brenda Charles y not watch the video

[@ahnafhassan8811]

No I know it's not brand new. All I mean is that it's certainly not safe and I think Harry deserves a little credit for making music that he enjoys and not aiming for radio hits like most artists do these days

[@helpineedwater8192]

damn I thought this would of been at least a light to decent DAMN.

[@politicide]

Only original and creative comment here.

[@brittanybutlermusic]

Idk how anyone can say this album is "playing it safe" when you have "rock bands" ACTUALLY playing it beyond safe and pandering by releasing watered down pop and dubstep. A dude from pop boyband sensation 1D decides to go off in an actual rock direction, the complete opposite of where everyone else is migrating and probably uncharted territory for his fan base. This was a risk, imo. And I'm glad he took it. Also Harry sounds SO awesome live! I don't get it. We claim to be fed up with the subpar EDM/Pop clutter.. yet someone comes along in Top 40 with a live band/real instruments, organic production, seems to have an artistic vision going on, writes his own lyrics (as cliché as they might be), co-writes the music, has actual vocal talent & passion -- and we're STILL gonna complain and call Harry trash? Idk. I thank Harry for using the platform he's been given to represent the highly underrepresented rock genre. I hope he stays around and improves/builds on what he started here!

[@persona4117]

this comment is so good.

[@rockstarkicking]

Bless you for this comment.

[@CatSpirito]

i think he just have 4 bcos he is from 1D. jk, but i dk... 7 AT LEAST he should had give.

[@sedanurkorcan3967]

You took the words out of my mouth. He definitely took a risk and doing great! Also, this album reflects him so well and I'm so proud of his success that he got from being himself.

[@ryantitsworth]

So you were a one direction fan girl

[@mhead4376]

Review your pronunciation of the name "Niall"

[@freebird3004]

oh so then dad rock is my favorite genre. where are my fellow dad rockers at?

[@parkerbrantley6987]

Right here bb

[@rhandhom1]

Boo.

[@liljaybird95]

fuck yeah my dude

[@nathanialmynameisajoke]

Go to your shame corner sir!

[@brittneyhendrix9246]

Phoenix Love Right here..

[@PhatPoodles]

Finally! I thought i would have to form my own opinion for a while there. Haha that was close!

[@itchyelbows5653]

Phat Poodles loool

[@broadwayzjm5257]

hahahahah

[@agusv01234]

time to check description!!

[@NihalDas2]

It's a solid album. I don't where you get the harsh criticism from Anthony. Could easily be a 7.

[@batmaneatspizza]

Lol no the album sucked

[@govindmenon1859]

Y'all know this is just his opinion right

[@skatanafas912]

@@batmaneatspizza why?

[@bulsu_sarmiento]

Strong 7 agreed

[@DoubleOhZ]

Skipthony Adtano 1:48

[@JBlizzyFan]

Zach Smith waychthony adtano 0:00

[@Deathfromabove5]

Rubthony Handstano

[@alphaamigo9688]

Zach Smith Thankstony Mantano.

[@joshuadamato215]

bet you knew that was cumming lol

[@VarynDEE33t]

Can't believe you would betray Harry like this. How's he gonna have a career now that you gave him a 4/10

[@imme190402]

VarynDar nobody give a fuck about this bald and envious dude

[@holynachoes1870]

NEIL Horan?

[@madhandm4867]

holynachoes HEIL PEWDIEPIE

[@TheFloMachine]

kiwi and woman were bops, don't lie

[@leslier278]

nancy v he has too tho he can't show weakness

[@TheFloMachine]

@Dark Glow lmao you commenting on a two year old comment being dry as fuck because I used a word that was a meme at the time.... move the fuck along and get a life

[@uhuhjones6088]

Woman was boring asf kiwi is generic

[@MegaMEGATRUCK]

So your big complaint is that the lyrics need working and it still gets a 4/10? If all the production is good I don't understand how this album could be considered below average.

[@leakydiapers]

cus its not that good

[@thomasdenkers5854]

MegaMEGATRUCK good production does not mean good song

[@MegaMEGATRUCK]

I know, but there were no complaints about the vocals either, just the lyrics. That alone doesn't seem like enough justification to dock the score so many points. And I'm not saying the album is perfect either- I think that the production could have been more focused on one genre/sound to make the album more fully developed (which is something I'm surprised Fantano didn't really use as a criticism, even though he did acknowledge it).

[@lamewalrusxd4781]

he also said harry buffeted sounds from the sixties/seventies and just made them radio friendly. i think that statement speaks for itself...

[@jamescrazypig]

Why are you focusing so much on the score? As if Anthony is the arbiter of music. Listen to his reviews with a grain of salt, listen to the albums again, and make your own judgment. Be an adult and think for yourself.

[@ahnafhassan8811]

Y'all should actually go and listen to the album before you let his score and review tell you whether you like it or not

[@HQBacon]

I listened and it's still a 4/10 lol

[@ilovecody7514]

Some people have listened to enough music to know this isn't anything special. That being said, I can respect his vocals and aesthetic. It's just his presentation and delivery is kinda piss poor. Also just because no one is doing Dad Rock right doesn't mean he isn't playing it safe. Some songs sound like diet Bowie and not in a good way. Albums that call back to a different time but modernize the sound are Childish Gambino with Awaken my love reviving Funk and psychedelic music, Paramore with After Laughter calling back to New Wave, Carly Rae with 80s music on Emotion, Kanye West doing synthpop on 808s and Heartbreak. I could go on.

[@deviantmoore9744]

@@ilovecody7514 oh my gosh shut up

[@Gino565]

@@deviantmoore9744 why should they shut up? Everything they said was true.

[@diogomanteu7148]

@@Gino565 about harry? no it wasnt true, thats opinion

[@jbenzy]

I thought it was like a 6 or a 7 imo, I was pleasantly surprised

[@eliasmg9144]

Joekyoto He does that with a lot of solid albums, don't worry

[@eliasmg9144]

DestinationHayes You're absolutely right

[@thecrownaaron]

Normally, each one of Anthony's reviews tends to add up with each point. But for the first time ever, no. This was a pretty decent album. His reaction seems off-putting entirely.

[@AydarBMSTU]

CrownedAaron get mad bitch lmfao

[@thecrownaaron]

AydarBMSTU chill yo

[@dexdzll6427]

CrownedAaron true. seems to me he just really hates 1d in general

[@joelikesthings]

The lyrics was the main problem for him. That's it. That simple. As a listener I doubt you focused too much on the lyrics, if you did you'd know they were awful. The production had potential but it is flummoxed entirely by the lyrics. That's summarizing his review. He doesn't seem to hate 1D in general, he just doesn't enjoy the music they've produced so far THAT much. Also, he says he liked some of the tracks on here, especially "Sign of the Times". He praises that song for like 45 seconds or something. How is he biased? He even talks about he expected a lot from the album DUE to how well done the singles released before it were. God damn 1D fans don't understand how criticism works. It's why the melon is so good. He doesn't give a fuck who made it.

[@hubblebublumbubwub5215]

memes in your comment section: worst to best

[@ASTRO56]

Worst to worst

[@hubblebublumbubwub5215]

Best to best

[@chazgiustina8870]

ill give it a nice lil succ

[@hubblebublumbubwub5215]

memes in the comment section: patrician to patrician

[@Goooodawgs561]

NOT GOOD

[@whizzardblizzard5696]

Oh wow, didnt expect this at all. It's a strong 6 for me, way better than the other directioner guys releases.

[@ericarizaazules]

whizzard blizzard stop you don’t know music should have been a light 2

[@peachabutt]

I think its an 8.

[@peachabutt]

@Dark Glow Meh

[@deina4664]

@Yara J no

[@ridomichael3561]

Walls is good...but it really depends on what type of music you like. Walls is good if you like acoustic sounds

[@sneedfeed7204]

Anthony fantano the type of nigga to say "chill anty fant, I know harry is bae but we gotta keep it professional" before reviewing harry styles

[@sneedfeed7204]

Wulbulbul Lubbubwublub lol W

[@leslier278]

😂😂

[@DryDznOfficial]

4?!? WTF?? I was genuinely expecting at least a 7 hahahaha

[@antoniosanichar8783]

Eric Cartman me too lol i personally enjoyed it

[@M42KO]

The moment I saw this was out I went online and listened to the whole album first. Rated it 4/10 on RYM. Then came here, saw the rating and was like "gotchu bro". I really like Fantano's reviews because he manages to verbalize everything I feel about music much better than I would do.

[@persona4117]

If you think this is a 4/10 you don't understand music

[@Metralo]

you saying the melon knows nothing about music? and I bet you're some music super fan who knows everything

[@NdCRants]

I thought this album was top notch tbh, definitely a 7

[@_Solum]

i actually liked it. 7/10

[@daizukefutanari2570]

Random Kid nope give this album a 3/11

[@_Solum]

yeah i agree, its not that good. still, it has some really nice songs

[@denzore]

imo i feel like a 6/10 or strong 5/10 like it's okay for his first solo album so yeah not the worst..

[@cggarrod]

For me it's around a 7/10. Definitely tails off towards the end but the first half is strong in my opinion and it really exceeded my expectations

[@abomni4882]

As soon as I saw artv gave ot a 4.5/5, I knew Anthony would hate it

[@chrisrosado754]

True

[@AMP098]

Never heard any dad listen to a song like Kiwi

[@mileslcsmusic]

led zeppelin

[@nenask]

I actually like it a lot. I'm a huge classic rock fan and also a One Direction fan (yeah i know) and I knew Harry would do something in this line but wow I didn't expect it to be this fucking good, not that I think he's not talented enough but it's his first solo album and, I don't know, I just felt like he'd do something more "trendy" or whatever. But yeah I love every single song, especially From the Dining Table, Woman and Carolina.

[@TheSenior97]

I give it a solid 8.

[@bimbosummit]

Bruno Jimmy it’s really not pop music.

[@PrizmzCinema]

I actually really like the album

[@Noah-mj9yx]

you know fantano imma disagree with the score on this one but i do see some of your points and they are valid. tbh i was feeling a light to decent 7 but i can respect your opinion.

[@noahbarreto9385]

You know its about to go downhill when sadthony facetano starts by talking about his love for the album in the past tense

[@ogcookies9728]

Noah Barreto for the first half where he praised the singles I was just waiting for a big BUT

[@emho8564]

Cumthony Ontano?

[@spideydreamer2681]

EmHo sus

[@Rusty511]

Cunthony Clamtano*

[@baconlettucetitties349]

Lmao I guess I like dad rock then

[@AkiraScrolls]

same here fam

[@isaiahtyler6030]

No way, this was a decent album. Surely at least a 7

[@StarterWhip]

Am I gonna see complaints about fan girls complaining again but never actually see any fan girls complain?

[@tyussheppard5391]

TerminalV3locity Not a fan girl. This album and in many people's opinions was a great album.

[@StarterWhip]

Tyus Sheppard Think you missed the point. I was talking about the fact that many people say that fan girls complain throughout the comments but I never actually see any fan girls complain.

[@tyussheppard5391]

TerminalV3locity hmmm you are completely. I saw fangirl and immediately commented. My bad.😅

[@Bandstand]

I've been watching you since your Fleet Foxes review Fantano. You've in some weird way shaped the kind of person I am and for that I thank you. ps. congrats on 1 mil.

[@alphalax7747]

Which one

[@psynide8999]

Wassup Frank duke

[@beaualIoevv]

no1 cares

[@lvndrr_dashboard]

I thought it was a solid 7

[@DGincorporated1]

If DAMN is a 7,this is a 4

[@uvscuti2047]

David Gonzalez why are we comparing the ratings of a rap album and a dad rock album

[@NotTommyL]

I thought it was alright to be fair

[@Jim_Lahey101]

You’re an idiot then

[@saltbending9701]

@@DGincorporated1 DAMN. deserved a lot better.

[@mikecraig2062]

Seems like more of a 5 or 6 than a 4, feel like you were a little too harsh on this, although I do agree with most of your criticisms.

[@soumyadeepdas3886]

Mike Craig his expectations were too high

[@thebangisbig]

Mike Craig yeah

[@kyleconneely5978]

I think a 5 would have more suitable I hope Harry styles gets a more cohesive sound in the future cuz I liked this but feel he could really do something more interesting

[@kaheldan]

Strong 6 at least. Pretty enjoyable listen while walking around.

[@deadboymagic98]

A 4? Wow I'd give it a 7.5

[@Barberingbyethan]

JJD fuck this melon head ass boy

[@suspirialove]

JJD I'd give it 0/10

[@цветок-ш7п]

JJD I'd give a 6.8

[@uvscuti2047]

JJD 5

[@cybermeplease]

kiddos

[@rockstarkicking]

I feel cheated on, the way you hyped up the singles and the album when it came out (that snapchat review, hyping it up on twitter) all of that feels like a prolonged clickbait. Anyway while I agree with some points you mentioned, I still fucking love the album. 8/10 for me.

[@Alexis-ww5sd]

Ay melon all memes aside, congrats on almost 1 mill man, i cant think of anyone more deserving than you, your quality for quantity ratio is crazy keep it up big man Ps: mbdtf is at least an 8 you fucking melon

[@MightyAmygdala]

AlDurCap MBTDF is mediocre

[@Alexis-ww5sd]

The 2nd half is meh not gonna lie but the first half is god tier, so to me its an 8

[@Joela393]

AlDurCap again with this shit smh

[@ragonk683]

AlDurCap he hasn't even got there yet, save the praise

[@culturevulture2850]

Nigga it's at least a 10

[@honybunnn]

I have to say I'm genuinely really surprised by this review. I was initially hesitant about this record myself, wondering what Harry was capable of as I had only viewed him as a boyband member- but I was incredibly surprised and impressed. I thought Harry showed huge potential in this album, particularly with some of his poignant lyrics in parts and interesting instrumentation and production. Personally, I felt 'Meet Me in the Hallway', 'From the Dining Table' and 'Sign of the Times' are great. I thought his vocals were very strong also. Of course, like many, my biggest criticism of this album is that he borrows too much from classic artists, like Elton John or Fleetwood Mac, and the lyrics are somewhat cliche, but unlike you I actually think the album is in it's best moments where he is vulnerable and raw, rather than the 'fun' hits you felt were needed- not to say songs like 'Carolina' are not enjoyable listens. Whilst definitely not the greatest album he could of made, I thought you were quite harsh, especially given your earlier comments Oh well- still always enjoy listening to your opinions regardless :)

[@joelikesthings]

He also thinks the album is best (lyrically) when he is vulnerable and raw. He says Harry plays it safe too much and wants to see more powerful and meaningful lyrics. He says about one track (can't remember which) that Harry talks about small issues as if it's been his rock bottom, when Harry has obviously been through worse than that and should express it better. The main downfall of the album in Fantano's review is the lyrics. He says the songs are "bleeding potential" but the lyrics make it fall flat. For most people lyrics aren't a problem (I mean, Harry's fans ARE mostly 1D fans so clearly lyrics aren't something of interest), but as someone reviewing the album, everything has to be taken into consideration, especially when some of the songs lean so heavily on lyrics.

[@hoolspool5467]

damn this review really got to you guys, like too much

[@skylerk126]

i agree wholeheartedly

[@Zeurgthegreat]

Meet me in the hallway sounds like a cheap copy of breathe by Pink Floyd

[@aidanhinkson9804]

when I heard him say 4 a nigga jumped in his chair😂😂

[@cooper712]

Well, that's a surprise. Strongly disagree with your opinion though

[@kylejeboss1469]

The only reason he gave this a 4 is because he gave damn a 7 and he couldn't put harry within 2 points of Kendrick

[@whereisja]

You trippin. Album was at least a solid as fuck 7. He had some throwback sounds to that oldie Bowie and English rock in general, I dig it and it's "authentic" enough for me. He'll probably get better on his sophomore.

[@criscrosxxx]

Why ... just his opinions are different than yours you cant say " you tripping ".

[@ravanaRTT]

I quite liked it ngl. Probs only a 6/10 but still.

[@SeaHorseGypsy]

I actually really liked "ever since new york" when he played it on SNL

[@evynsrefuge]

I like how Fantoine was like "Wow, much good singles, nice very" and gives the album a nonchalant 4 LMAO

[@dexdzll6427]

melon boi gave this a 4/10 and the katy perry one a 6/10?? he is truly on something

[@adamkuphaldt4332]

Damn, this is significantly more harsh than I thought it would be. Not to say that I don't agree, on the /r/music discussion I stated I thought the lyrics were by-far the most glaring problem with this album (cliche, and clearly written by someone who WANTS to be much older and experienced than Harry Styles actually is), but in my opinion, 4/10 seems a bit harsh. If you're going to lambast Sheeran for an album full of cliche, kiddie-pool deep lyrics about love and loss, without even a worthwhile single, I think you might be too quick to realizing this is still a dramatic step for Styles and pop music in general. Anyways, always enjoy your thoughts and opinions @theneedledrop!

[@-Datboijj-]

Anthony hates when people pretend to be deep in their music when it's realy just face value nothingness

[@adamkuphaldt4332]

If you can point out any other subreddit besides /r/popheads that mentioned this album, let me know. /r/music isn't great, but at least it generated some meaningful discussion.

[@andrescubillo7824]

Johnathan russell shouldn't we all?

[@larrydigger461]

I mean I don't visit popheads but it's gotta be better than music

[@colonelfrost8]

expected a 6 or a 7, but of course Caillou Head gives it a 4, he gave a DJ Khaled album a 7, so I really shouldn't be that surprised really.

[@presleyluis4666]

damn I was hoping for at least a 7, I thoroughly enjoyed the record

[@joelikesthings]

The lyrics was the main problem for him. That's it. That simple. As a listener I doubt you focused too much on the lyrics, if you did you'd know they were awful. The production had potential but it is flummoxed entirely by the lyrics. That's summarizing his review. He doesn't seem to hate 1D in general, he just doesn't enjoy the music they've produced so far THAT much. Also, he says he liked some of the tracks on here, especially "Sign of the Times". He praises that song for like 45 seconds or something. How is he biased? He even talks about he expected a lot from the album DUE to how well done the singles released before it were. God damn 1D fans don't understand how criticism works. It's why the melon is so good. He doesn't give a fuck who made it. This might not entirely apply to you, but so many people can't understand the review that I'm just copy and pasting it.

[@stylinzon]

Joe Adam thing is, the lyrics being “awful” is COMPLETELY SUBJECTIVE. please remember that! what YOU dislike, others might like. stop saying fangirls are essentially ignorant to good music because its ~one direction~ and “we don’t listen to lyrics” ... apparently. everyone is entitled to their opinions, of course but if you put your opinion openly out there, then expect criticism. simple as that. again, opinions are neither right or wrong. you just sound kind of ignorant, pal.

[@Sebentheyargimachine]

Radio-friendly? He literally released a 5-minute rock ballad as his first single-

[@Eli3yog]

oasis has a 7 min song and they are still pop and radio friendly

[@MultiAmmar2000]

Surprisingly a great album

[@theflaggedyoutuberii4311]

OK Boomer

[@DiXtionRap]

Flagged Ytber you just posted cringe

[@theflaggedyoutuberii4311]

@@DiXtionRap OK Losers

[@LoveShiaGDSN]

Dad rock? Christ. Your dislike doesn't sound founded in any real criticism other than you thinking he needs to be writing a novel and that you don't enjoy the genre of music that he pulls inspiration from. He didn't claim to release a rock opera. Maybe it's because I've watched a few videos of him performing them live, but he puts a lot of heart and feeling into these songs and you can tell that "Two Ghosts" specifically meant a lot to him. I love the fact that the album had such a variety and yet the '60s/'70s influence is what kept it all together. Which, by the way, was a time that produced plenty of simple, dirty, and fast rock. It's not like "Satisfaction" had some deep complex lyrics. They don't expand or go into detail. It's still a great song. I also entirely disagree that it was a safe option for Harry to take when it was so different than what most of his peers were doing. Harry had a built in fan base that he could have just coasted off of by making identical music to 1D. Or try to do what most pop stars do and just do a collab with [insert rap artist here] to gain more "credibility" as an artist. He chose to do something different and step into a world that he knew viewed him as "that boy band guy." Hell, that's how I viewed him before listening to this album. It's probably my favorite thing I've heard this year. Solid 7 from me.

[@Ahuraani]

Who cursed your musical taste melon??

[@darrellgrant4775]

At this point, I don't give a fuck. I just know I enjoyed it. P.S., I never listened to One Direction.

[@casualsweater]

So, he came at Mr. Styles for making an album that's too ahead of his years, sounding like "over-the-hill" 60's & 70's rock at too young an age? Ok, seems he forgot the leads of The Doors, Beatles, Hendrix, etc., etc., etc., were in their primes IN THEIR TWENTIES.

[@aliensdidit8452]

They were in their 20s but they were at the forefront of a new musical movement unlike harry who is just doing stuff that has been done before

[@bimbosummit]

AliensDidIt would you rather him follow the path of his ex band mates by doing a pop album or take a risk by doing a rock album?

[@elizaanderson8909]

meg No, but he could’ve tried finding his own distinctive sound. Instead he’s just replicating the kind of music he loves. We don’t need anymore Bowie, or the Stones. That’s exactly what is holding rock back today. The need to focus on and celebrate the past, rather than looking and pushing forward. He played it way too safe.

[@archivehans]

I come back to this commet to laugh at how fucking stupid it is

[@tyussheppard5391]

I give your review of this album a 4/10

[@naychaboi]

Sometimes I question whether you even like music.

[@jrinredcar]

mateee. It's a first album by someone who was passionate about UK rock and then thrust into a shitty boyband from SimonCuntingCowell. Zayn got loose first, now Harry's got his chance. It's his first album, he still has fanbase (which pay the bills) he can't go making a Ziggy record right off the bat. Yeh it's not perfect, but it's still fucking good considering the background. Give the lad sometime to find his sound and explore everything that isnt 1D. In your defence this probably did come out too early after 1d's break up.

[@samd2227]

Jack Rae there’s no excuse for a bad album. It was kinda shitty

[@maulpccartney6984]

No, it wasn't bad.. Tbh it was kinda good.....

[@joelikesthings]

What do you mean "in your defence". An album is an album. When you review an album, you review the album, so I have no idea what the fuck you're talking about. Also, Nathaniel Bates, it wasn't good. I know this is your opinion but if you think it was good then just change your opinion for me. Listen to some other albums. If you listen to some decent albums you'll see that this wasn't good.

[@GreyEyedAthena]

Jack Rae dad rock , album sux, don’t cry

[@voidsabre_]

This was SO obviously strongly biased, he came into this album not wanting to like it. This album was great. Playing it safe? It's a TOTALLY different direction than he was known for and what his fanbase liked

[@lucash7687]

Turn that 10 into a 5, now Its a 4/5!

[@sonicchasmrecords3551]

Lucas H surely if we are deciding to make equivalent fractions than shouldn't it become 2/5? Maths isn't my strong point so I may need some corrections.

[@aibrainlet8041]

Did you have a bad trip? This comment is special

[@PlayboiCommie]

Lucas H so a 4/5 is equal to 9/10? If so then this album is equal to the powers that b Which it isn't at all.

[@tomthefish6064]

I was so sure this would be a 6-7. Shouldn't have betted my kids college tuition.

[@naruto1coolestfan]

didnt see tht comin

[@AydarBMSTU]

M SBC why you have to be mad?

[@RebornLegacy]

He doesn't. M SBC is a dumbass: It's possible to like a song but not like the album that it's from.

[@vincentlo7678]

You know an album is not two good songs?

[@joshuabennett3363]

I love this album 8/10

[@purplepuppy2132]

You're being hard on him, he came out if a pop boyband. Obviously its not innovative mindblowing music but it's refreshing to hear and you can tell it comes from a place of emotion

[@hallecutie]

I actually really enjoy this album. It does have its cringey moments, but it was something that I wasn't expecting and I think it came out super nicely for being the departure from 1D sound that it is. First half is better than second half.

[@unlovebreather]

I think this is valid criticism but I also think that you based your rating on your disappointment rather than the album itself. Its fine if the album did not meet your expectations but the record is decent.

[@teywn]

hm, im kind of surprised. i really like this album, only two of the songs, woman and only angel i did not like. i feel like 4 was kind of low, i would give a 7.5. it was pretty good

[@lerrato6027]

yeah you're wrong here

[@mayorofsimpleton5674]

Y'know, I'm the most alternative person you could ever find and I never would've listened to this album if it weren't for my sister. I have to say (keep in mind I'm commenting before video) it is surprisingly... brilliant. I never saw this coming.

[@track13byMM]

DO NOT come for Woman, that song was amazing. Yeah nah, this album was beautiful, so idk what you were listening to lmao

[@LilikoiPorter]

just because he’s in his 20s doesn’t mean he can’t make music like this. it’s what he’s into

[@charlielane-field39]

1:40 To skip past Adthony Fantano

[@jrbluehen35]

Giving this a low score is a death sentence with how crazy his fan base is

[@daniellanekimball]

You give Kendrick a 7 but Harry Styles a 10/10? Unsubbed.

[@lonniegabbie]

Daniel Lane Walton its a 4/10

[@keenanedwards7053]

at_raddi 👏

[@videl2579]

at_raddi you missed the joke

[@calohtar]

Videl No, you missed the follow up joke

[@mcknight1043]

at_raddi You must be greaatttt at parties.

[@kiangower2798]

Zayn album= 4/10 with the favourite tracks being the lead singles Harry Styles album= 4/10 with the favourite tracks being lead singles One Direction conspiracy

[@kelechic.jemelumba9981]

Kian Gower zayn didn't get 4/10

[@kiangower2798]

Christian 0000 yes he did

[@judiethompson]

I seriously would rate it a 7. Btw "he sounds like he's already over the hill" and "it's dad rock" is the worst critisism I've heard ever.

[@miguelguerrero3539]

I personally give this album a 10/10

[@bigquintsseductivegaze8645]

11:55 to skip the melon

[@melisacordoba3491]

Too harsh and mean. It's a decent album.

[@Nabiha90210]

I wish people focus on the _music_, rather than the one who's singing it. That way they'll appreciate it so much more.

[@ryanmuhlenberg1480]

The aggression towards the camera in the beginning of this one is soul shaking

[@zigywig1711]

(Sees red flannel) Uh-oh

[@PinkDesertEagle]

I can't believe this guy! he has completely missed the mark here! he probably grew up listening to Carly Rae Jepson or something. This deserves way more that a 'Strong' 4. Harry definitely did not play it safe with this album. look around you, there is an onslaught of overly commercialized pop music playing on the radio - I'm in Africa, don't know much about American radio though- Harry took a huge gamble here while all the other artists are moving in one pop direction - excuse the pun. This album is so nuanced it's mindboggling! you hear a lot of rock, a touch of country/folk and a sprinkle of pop - to make those 13year old girls happy. I was terribly impressed with harry because I heard a bit of Pink Floyd, the old and new school Arctic monkeys, black sabbath, the rolling stones, the red hot chili peppers, Sturgill Simpson, the ramones... what more can one possibly ask for? i don't know maybe I'm just excited that it's not pop and it's an incredibly mature/soulful sound, a breeze. but hey, don't listen to me, I'm just a 19year old boy who doesn't know what he's talking about. Peace to you all.

[@imme190402]

Bear Daisy well you can say you’re a 19 year old boy who doesn’t know what he’s talking about, but I sure as hell rather you do the review than this ignorant and probably envious dude. Your review sounds a lot more valid

[@hyess4640]

Imme van Gorp why so ignorant ?

[@mileskookman]

i actually thoroughly enjoyed this album . . .

[@gabrielmercado2942]

It's a 7 for me. I don't listen to rock. This felt nice on the ears

[@adwipal]

The fuck? Kiwi and Only Angel are my favourite songs on the record. I never thought Harry Styles could rock n roll like this

[@bordje123]

Is context as important to music as it is to other art? Would we like this record more or less if that One Direction history was not there? Do we praise the tonal development or still see pandering with a different sound behind it? Just some thoughts.

[@GuiTheMasterXP]

how is this better than damn???!

[@nayrualt5473]

there is no way you saw the review in 6 seconds

[@MagickFlavour]

Nayru he saw the score and dipped my dude

[@elliotb3061]

Nayru scores at the bottom of the description

[@DinThom]

Wtf how could he give MBDTF a 6 but rate this album a 9?

[@nayrualt5473]

it's a 4/10 what are you talking about

[@skye1989]

How is an album sounding “too mature” a criticism?? “It’s too mature to be his first album. “ I don’t understand why that’s a bad thing

[@thuccie]

i really loved meet me in the hallway, ever since new york and from the dining table but i do wish he had a little more fun with it. its not a perfect album but its commendable to me because i think personally theres legitimately good songs on here

[@o0JANEHILLS0o]

No way! At least a 7!! Good real instrument music with an awesome voice and different than all the other trash!

[@sebastianbedoya7456]

o0JANEHILLS0o different? its generic rock 😪

[@rydersings]

Not generic rock at all, aside from maybe kiwi, but in the realm of top 40 music this is completely different to anything else they have going on

[@heelyBrah]

only because there is barely if any rock in the top 40.

[@rydersings]

Exactly...

[@heelyBrah]

so just because it's rock in the top 40 doesn't mean it's not generic rock music

[@stephanierodriguez5498]

For me it’s a 8. I love the dad rock tone most of the songs have. Also, if he makes a new album, all the songs HAVE to sound like kiwi, please.

[@theflaggedyoutuberii4311]

OK Boomer

[@ss-kw1kk]

i agree on the technical stuff. but the reason i loved this album because the songs, although technically mediocre, struck something really meaningful with me. it was that feeling of: this song literally puts into audio form an emotion that i didn’t know anyone else felt but me.