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Ariana Grande: petal Album Review

Ariana Grande's new album Petal has sparked a debate about her appearance and the music video's content.

By · Published August 8, 2026 at 17:56 UTC · Updated August 9, 2026 at 22:27 UTC

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Questions people are asking

What is the title of Ariana Grande's new album?

The title of Ariana Grande's new album is Petal.

What has sparked debate about Ariana Grande's appearance?

The music video for Petal has sparked a debate about Grande's weight loss.

Who has criticized the music video for Petal?

Jameela Jamil, Charli Howard, and Meghan McCain have criticized the music video for Petal.

What happened

Ariana Grande has released her new album Petal. The album has drawn attention for its darker themes and Grande's appearance in the accompanying music video. The music video for Petal has sparked a debate about Grande's weight loss. Coverage from NBC News and The Times of India notes that Grande's thin appearance has triggered a body image debate among fans. Some fans have expressed concern over her weight loss, while others have defended her appearance.

The music video has also drawn criticism from celebrities. Jameela Jamil and Charli Howard have called out Grande's team for the video's content. Meghan McCain has compared Grande to Amy Winehouse and suggested that she needs help. The album itself has received mixed reviews. Some critics have praised Grande's exploration of new sounds and themes, while others have found the album to be sluggish.

The music video for Petal features Grande wielding a chainsaw and has been described as bloody. The video's content has been criticized by some celebrities and fans, who have described it as appalling and hard to watch. The video was directed by Christian Breslauer.

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