[6] Ammar Kalia of The Observer wrote that the album was "stifled by the weight of its slow and atmospheric fillers" describing it as "the work of an artist in transition, catering to old fans and well-trodden styles while attempting to settle on something new.

"[5] The review for Pitchfork by Dylan Green concludes: "With mixed results, Lover tries to bring that eye and ear to a brighter musical palette and greener romantic pastures.

"[2] AllMusic's Andy Kellman described the album as "breezy and uncharacteristically serene" and "lighter -- and more emotionally open -- than either of his first two LPs.

"[1] Elliot Burr of The Line of Best Fit wrote that the album was "hiding thoughtful romanticisms and nuanced musical flashes that are a delight to discover.

"[4] Writing for Clash, Robin Murray called the album 6LACK’s "crowning statement" with "some of his most personal work to date.