Released 8 years ago this August
Sweetener
Ariana Grande · 2018
47 min · 15 tracks · contemporary R&B · soul · dance-pop
A euphoric blend of pop and R&B that radiates positivity while exploring vulnerability and resilience.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- uplifting moments of resilience
- steady pacing for positive vibes
- earworm melodies for sing-alongs
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- balanced progression with resolution
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer longer, immersive experiences
- seek darker, introspective themes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Represents a significant artistic evolution and received widespread acclaim.
- Themes
- Manchester healing· feminist empowerment· mental health resilience
- Career context
- By 2018, Ariana Grande was transitioning from her previous album 'Dangerous Woman' to a more personal sound with 'Sweetener'. This fourth studio album marked her first release after a series of personal tragedies, including the Manchester bombing and the death of Mac Miller, which deeply influenced its themes of healing and empowerment.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dua Lipa· Jessie Ware· Tinashe
- If this clicks, go next to
- Thank U, Next — Continues the themes of empowerment and personal growth with a fresh sound.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Ctrl by SZA — Both albums explore themes of vulnerability and self-empowerment with a blend of R&B and pop sensibilities.Future Nostalgia by Dua Lipa — Shares an uplifting feel with dance-infused pop while addressing personal growth and resilience.Free Spirit by Khalid — Combines euphoric melodies and introspective lyrics, focusing on healing and personal journeys.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "blazed".
- 1 raindrops (an angel cried) 0:37
- 2 blazed Start here 3:16
- 3 the light is coming 3:48
- 4 R.E.M. 4:05
- 5 God is a woman 3:17
- 6 sweetener 3:28
- 7 successful 3:47
- 8 everytime 2:52
- 9 breathin 3:18
- 10 no tears left to cry 3:25
- 11 borderline 2:57
- 12 better off 2:51
- 13 goodnight n go 3:09
- 14 pete davidson 1:13
- 15 get well soon 5:22
What to play next
This album is considered a Critical Peak in Ariana Grande's catalog. Represents a significant artistic evolution and received widespread acclaim.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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