Critic Annabel Nugent added, “It’s epic without resorting to showy, melismatic affectations.”

Across the pond, the response has been equally euphoric.

In fact, bothVarietyandVultureboldly proclaimed “30” to be Adele’s best offering to date.

Adele poses at an event

“It was more me divorcing myself,” the superstar explained, with trademark wit.

But, with a title like “Can’t Be Together,” surely the meaning is clear?

PerPage Six, “30” includes a direct nod to Adele’s child.

Adele poses with her Grammy Awards