petal

Sonically really cool. Kind of grimy but maintains the pop genre. Unsure about the lyricism. Not so much a lyric guy anyway. I’ve seen a narrative pushed regarding an inability to relate to her anymore which is unfair as it groups her with Taylor Swift and Drake. I think there still exists an honesty in this project that is commendable. Also exceptionally baddie at times.

When she said this album was going to be like eternal sunshine, I was so so so so so excited, but when I heard it, I was blown away. She captured eternal sunshine’s sound while making it its own unique sound. She talks about interesting themes like her and her fans’ relationships ( hate that I made you love me ) , how she is the only one who can do what she does and that makes even her haters run back to her ( like I do ), and how she makes her lovers….active ( big feelings ). I feel like the only true highlight besides eternal sunshine repackaged is ‘bad thing (bunny hop)’ where she uses her ‘Mask’ ability and masks as The Weeknd. I truly think this is my 3-4th spot for 2026 AOTY

girl needs to stop writing her own songs

This album puts me in a euphoric state; I truly feel like I am barefoot in the forest, frolicking

muito bom como álbum inteiro, não é tao comercial mas é muito bem feito, a produção é 10, a ariana não precisava ter escrito sozinha

What an evil ass album, and I honestly kinda loved it. Her vocals and the production are craaaazzzyyyy.

I love this so much I’ve not listened to any other music since this album came out

Ariana puts such pretty sound and vocals together with quite vulgar of lyrics sometimes… and no judgement here buttttt I think her topics of writing were better suited for her old style of music (probably pre-Glenda). Also- can’t lie that I do find it somewhat difficult to separate art from artist especially when Ariana’s love life has been… questionable (specifically when looking at her loyalty/fidelity) (yes, I hold men to this same standard btw e.g. Justin Timberlake I feel similarly about regarding his relationship with Britney Spears). ANYWAYS: music wise this album is beautiful. Not a fan of big feelings, never get over me, or like I do. I really enjoyed how she covered topics of fame/fan-relationship in this album with petal and hate that I made you love me. Overall, a fun album. I prefer more song writer songs that feel deeper or maybe even smarter but I think Ariana is good at her specific craft. Most of what I don’t like about this album is personal preference or conviction. Also… loved the sweet love song to end it.

ariana please let go of glinda and bring back blackiana