Halsey Responds to Pitchfork’s Negative Review of Their Album Amid Past Controversy

Halsey Responds to Pitchfork’s Critical Review of Their Latest Album Following Past Tensions with the Outlet

In a noteworthy turn of events, Halsey expressed a remarkable composure in reaction to Pitchfork’s unfavorable critique of their newly released album, The Great Impersonator. The celebrated singer-songwriter, known for hits like “Without Me,” unveiled the album on October 25. However, it was met with a score of just 4.8 out of 10 from Pitchfork, a publication that has had a rocky history with Halsey.

For those who might not know, Halsey’s relationship with Pitchfork soured back in 2020 when their album Manic received a scathing review. In a fiery moment, she tweeted, “can the basement that they run pitchfork out of just collapse already,” completely unaware that Pitchfork’s office was situated in the iconic One World Trade Center. Following an apology regarding the misunderstanding, she deleted the post.

Fast forward four years, and Halsey has taken a more measured approach to criticism. The review in question described the album as possessing a “muddled concept” and lamented its “dull pop-rock corridors,” pointing to “emotionally potent but unremarkable songwriting.” Nonetheless, rather than dwell on the negative, Halsey chose to spotlight the positive aspects highlighted in the review. In a post on X (previously known as Twitter), she shared excerpts from the critique, including praise stating, “Halsey is one of the most successful artists of their generation.”

With a touch of grace, she thanked Pitchfork, stating, “thank you @pitchfork for your kind words. I think it’s so beautiful that everyone interprets things differently.” This reflects a significant shift in perspective for the artist, who recently spoke candidly about her life as Ashley Frangipane. It seems that Halsey has embraced constructive criticism, showcasing her maturity and resilience in the ever-evolving music industry.