The Great Impersonator

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Ryan1Nunez

The Great Impersonator feels like Halsey stepping into every version of herself and owning them all. It’s theatrical, bold, and emotionally layered in a way that hits hard. The storytelling is sharp—equal parts vulnerable and biting—with Halsey blending alt-pop, rock, and cinematic sounds like only she can. Tracks like Lonely Is The Muse are instant standouts, with haunting vocals and lyrics that linger. If there’s one thing holding it back from a full five stars, it’s maybe a tiny bit of overproduction in spots—but honestly, that’s a nitpick. This is Halsey in full control of her artistry, and it’s stunning.

metacritic

allmusic

pitchfork

With a muddled concept at its core, Halsey’s fifth album languishes in dull pop-rock corridors behind emotionally potent but unremarkable songwriting.