Paranoid

Paranoid

Black Sabbath

4.0/ 5.0 from 30 ratings
#118 Overall#3 for 1970
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Reviews

NO
Apr 5, 2026

I come back to this every few months and find something new each time.

TO
Apr 5, 2026

Perfect from front to back. Not a single moment wasted.

SP
Apr 5, 2026

Love the sonic palette on this record. Every sound feels intentional and the mix is pristine. A couple of the songs blur together on casual listens but focused listening reveals the nuances. Very strong work overall.

IS
Apr 5, 2026

Pushes the boundaries of the genre in interesting ways.

VE
Apr 5, 2026

Great album that rewards repeated listens. Gets better every time.

UN
Apr 5, 2026

The singles are obvious highlights but the deep cuts are excellent too.

PS
Apr 5, 2026

Some great moments here but it doesn't quite sustain over the full runtime.

PR
Apr 5, 2026

I remember exactly where I was when I first heard this and how it made me feel. Very few albums create that kind of indelible memory. The craft on display here is extraordinary but it never feels cold or calculated — there's real heart behind every note.

DI
Apr 5, 2026

This is one of those rare albums where everything just clicks. Pure genius.

LU
Apr 5, 2026

The singles are obvious highlights but the deep cuts are excellent too.