We can’t not talk about Ariana Grande’s new album. I was tempted to highlight just “God Is A Woman” to stay on theme for the day, but “Sweetener” is so much more interesting as a whole. The tracks that feature other people are probably the most gratifying– namely, “Blazed” with Pharrell and “The Light Is Coming” with a very Missy-Elliott-sounding Nicki Minaj (preceding the real Missy Elliott on “Borderline”). Then there’s the song called “Pete Davidson,” which holds Grande’s SNL fiance’s spirit at the very least, and also “Get Well Soon,” the album’s finale that (also figuratively) contains the full audience of Grande’s show that was attacked in Manchester. And whether or not his voice appears on tracks, Pharrell’s presence is palpable throughout on the many songs he produced and wrote. They say Grande is finding her voice on this album, carving out songs that are interesting rather than just showy. But I think she’s also finding her tribe.