All My Heroes Are Cornballs
by JPEGMAFIA
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8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 214 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 192 out of 214
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 214
  3. Negative: 17 out of 214
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  1. sammyanthony
    Sep 23, 2019
    9
    JPEGMAFIA doesn't have to overkill the current politics by becoming the left-wing's wings. But he did! More so, that's what's needed right now in the music scene where musicians can speak up about major issues, not just plugging their ears and talk about something else. JPEGMAFIA became one of the most important rappers in this era! And everything is crisp!
  2. ErikLempel
    Sep 16, 2019
    10
    mind blowing production, lyrics are amazing as always. Beautiful singing that surprised me in the best way possible, making songs like free the frail get me emotionally. Just gives me a warm feeling and outlook on life. Fair to say I'm disappointed
  3. noequ
    Sep 14, 2019
    10
    This album is amazing.
    It is a great follow up for Veteran, which was really good too. At first I didn't know what to expect from it, but it is good from start to finish. All My Heroes Are Cornballs has awesome experimental production, constantly changing but sticking to Peggy's style, it has serious and funny lyrics, and it is easily one of the best records of this year so far. If you're    This album is amazing.
    It is a great follow up for Veteran, which was really good too. At first I didn't know what to expect from it, but it is good from start to finish. All My Heroes Are Cornballs has awesome experimental production, constantly changing but sticking to Peggy's style, it has serious and funny lyrics, and it is easily one of the best records of this year so far. If you're not familiar with his music and want to hear something refreshing and original, give it a try. I am very disappointed 10/10.    … Expand
  4. mml98
    Sep 14, 2019
    10
    AMHAC is an studio album with amazing production, nice bars, is pretty consistent and maybe this is the best Peggy álbum and personally is on my top 5 AOTY
  5. MusicGuyMack
    Sep 16, 2019
    10
    JPEG's impressively decadent production, abrasively dissonant at times and dreamily melodic at others, packs countless interesting little sonic details into the glitchy techno soundscape that forms the backdrop against which his relentless torrent of railings and musings over a politically divided, post-Internet world springs vividly to life.

    Choice Cuts: "Jesus Forgive Me, I Am a    JPEG's impressively decadent production, abrasively dissonant at times and dreamily melodic at others, packs countless interesting little sonic details into the glitchy techno soundscape that forms the backdrop against which his relentless torrent of railings and musings over a politically divided, post-Internet world springs vividly to life.

    Choice Cuts: "Jesus Forgive Me, I Am a Thot", "Kenan vs. Kel", "BUTTERMILK JESUS TYPE BEAT"    … Expand
  6. aleup
    Sep 16, 2019
    10
    This album is something incredible. Peggy manages to produce amazing tracks, with amazing beats and even lyrics. The production is top tier, and the whole album feels so special, with also the feel of a victory lap since Veteran. This is a confirmed classic in my opinion, but peggy disappointed me :(
  7. ibredman7
    Sep 16, 2019
    10
    This is the album of the year for 2019. From the production to the lyrics and the concept of the album as a whole, everything is stellar.
  8. Maschen
    Sep 14, 2019
    10
    I never thought Peggy would be able to top Veteran, but I'm blown away from this gorgeous, magnificent, phenomenal album
  9. jojaa
    Sep 14, 2019
    10
    the vibes in this album is amazing. jpeg really give something different yet soooooo him. love this album. one of my favorites album in 2019.
  10. solaced
    Sep 16, 2019
    10
    One of the greatest albums of the decade. Don't have much else to say really.
  11. makotsune
    Sep 15, 2019
    10
    Trash . .Trash . . .… Expand
  12. lewdluuds
    Sep 18, 2019
    9
    This album is the most intimate and diverse work JPEGMAFIA has put out yet. Most songs feel like you are hanging out with peggy while he records, and the rawness compliments the versatility and cutting edge production throughout this record. This album almost feels like a callback to his Devon Hendrix days and a reflection on how far he's come and how his style can be whatever the ****This album is the most intimate and diverse work JPEGMAFIA has put out yet. Most songs feel like you are hanging out with peggy while he records, and the rawness compliments the versatility and cutting edge production throughout this record. This album almost feels like a callback to his Devon Hendrix days and a reflection on how far he's come and how his style can be whatever the **** he wants it to be. Loved this album, 9/10… Expand
  13. Maxisthisuser
    Sep 16, 2019
    10
    A perfect encapsulation of the disappointment of modern life in the internet age. Sonically, it captures the chaotic beauty that is the internet. The whole point of the album is that those you look up to most likely will disappoint you, but now that Peggy is a “hero” where does that leave him? Is he fake? Is he corny? To some most likely, yes. However, Peggy is at peace with that; his newA perfect encapsulation of the disappointment of modern life in the internet age. Sonically, it captures the chaotic beauty that is the internet. The whole point of the album is that those you look up to most likely will disappoint you, but now that Peggy is a “hero” where does that leave him? Is he fake? Is he corny? To some most likely, yes. However, Peggy is at peace with that; his new found fame hasn’t corrupted him as seen on Free the frail and Post-verified-Lifestyle. Peggy asks this question on Jesus Forgive I am Thot, gets his answer on the title track, and finally copes with it on Papi I missed You. This album exemplifies the harsh realities of the digital age unlike any other.… Expand
  14. kixistrk
    Sep 17, 2019
    9
    A beautiful blend of the chaotic and euphoric, Peggy brings a whole new face to give personification to the sensationalism of the Internet age, with beats that seem to be tearing at each other’s throats to try and get the spotlight. Sometimes it seems that we’ve been freed of the grime as the album tends to break into soothing ambient waves, only to dive us back into the deep end, withA beautiful blend of the chaotic and euphoric, Peggy brings a whole new face to give personification to the sensationalism of the Internet age, with beats that seem to be tearing at each other’s throats to try and get the spotlight. Sometimes it seems that we’ve been freed of the grime as the album tends to break into soothing ambient waves, only to dive us back into the deep end, with detuned vocals screeching their passions to the fractured beat; It remains easy to follow, yet hard to predict just where Peggy will be plunging you to next.… Expand
  15. andyxx22
    Sep 17, 2019
    10
    this album has blown me away, ive been suprised with 2019 as i was expecting more heavy trap style production through 2019 and IGOR seems to be the only thing that has encapsulated that. jpeg mafia managed to accomplish that sound i was looking for, the production on this album is unlike anything ive ever heard. on songs like thot tactics or free the frail jpeg comes through with this airythis album has blown me away, ive been suprised with 2019 as i was expecting more heavy trap style production through 2019 and IGOR seems to be the only thing that has encapsulated that. jpeg mafia managed to accomplish that sound i was looking for, the production on this album is unlike anything ive ever heard. on songs like thot tactics or free the frail jpeg comes through with this airy dreamy style of production that sounds like nothing off of veteran but its still such a jpegmafia sound. thats what really impresses me about peggy is he can take these sounds and build a world in his production that is extremly vivid and beautiful.… Expand
  16. PARANO1DANDRO1D
    Sep 17, 2019
    10
    I am completely blown away by this album, production is inventive and incredible, the flows are great, the one liners are hilarious and the lyrics even though the might be cryptic when you first hear them get even better on repeated listens. overall this album is amazing, I'm extremely dissapointed. 0/10
  17. AlexGonzSalsa
    Sep 17, 2019
    10
    The production is so inspiring. Peggy has made a true classic that I will be listening to for years to come. Super disappointed 10/10
  18. draftword800379
    Sep 14, 2019
    10
    Another amazing work of art from Peggy. Sardonic humor in the lyrics, eccentric instrumentals, energetic and vulnerable. Everything that made “Veteran” a great album but with more variety and better executed. This is now my 2nd favorite album this year behind “IGOR” by Tyler, the Creator.
  19. Sadvilliany
    Sep 14, 2019
    10
    HELL. YES. This is what I've been expecting from Peggy since Veteran and more. Loved everything on here, almost no complaints. All I'll say is if you listened to Veteran, it isn't exactly like that. This is much more melodic and there seems to be more singing than rapping at some points. If your into that, then great, but I know some wont be. Every track delivered in it's own way and keepsHELL. YES. This is what I've been expecting from Peggy since Veteran and more. Loved everything on here, almost no complaints. All I'll say is if you listened to Veteran, it isn't exactly like that. This is much more melodic and there seems to be more singing than rapping at some points. If your into that, then great, but I know some wont be. Every track delivered in it's own way and keeps your attention, even if you are keeping it on as background music. Loved it all the way through. Needless to say, this is the most **** disappointed I've been in a long time, absolute **** 10/10.… Expand
  20. a16mm
    Sep 15, 2019
    10
    So dissappointed. Every song brings a new sound, and a new energy. Peggy is known for his memorable lyrics, and on this record there are too many to count. Beautiful singing, creative melodies and hooks, and just as much depth in production as veteran. I've listened to it 7 times through and now I just play it on shuffle, because every song is as good as the other.
  21. HopelessEnthusi
    Sep 16, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This belongs to the elite group of albums in my listening experience that instantly clicked with me as as a masterpiece of a ride.… Expand
  22. capitalhat
    Sep 14, 2019
    10
    Everything on this album is so iconic. Favorite songs right now inpo: "Grimy Waifu", "Kenan and Kel", "Beta Male Strategies", "All My Heroes are Cornballs", "Thot Tactics", "Papi I missed you", "JPEGMAFIA TYPE BEAT"
  23. yoshimon3
    Sep 15, 2019
    10
    My disappointment is immeasurable and my day is ruined. Why did he release this
  24. theCaptain2762
    Sep 14, 2019
    10
    This is somehow better than veteran. The ultimate prog rap experience. Amazing vocal performances and even better production combined with Peggy’s usual tongue in cheek comedic lyricism. Extremely disappointed as expected 10/10
  25. Drr23788
    Sep 14, 2019
    9
    If I could summarize this album in two words it would be subtle chaos. With Veteran the chaos of the lyrics and sound was more abrasive and in your face. In All My Heroes Are Cornballs the sound and lyricism is still chaotic but in a more blissful and melodic way. All in all, this album is amazing and is by far one of the weirdest albums I’ve heard this year.
  26. ARWG
    Sep 14, 2019
    10
    I've listened to this record 10 times already, the production is mesmerizing.. The entire album is **** magical. One of the best albums of the decade.
  27. Bensino
    Sep 14, 2019
    10
    Best production of any rap album this year. Pulls from a multitude of genres to create something entirely unique. Catchy, yet futuristic. Feels like Peggy has matured so much as an artist since “Veteran” (which is saying a lot because that album was also fantastic). A must listen and the best album of the year.
  28. ovmu
    Sep 14, 2019
    10
    i’m disappointed but **** u peggy this **** slap bruh like damn i cried to you saying you dress like Jimmy John uwu
  29. Yoshermain
    Sep 15, 2019
    10
    Ees berry good
    I like it all, one of the best albums of the year so far. Production is incredible.
  30. shrub
    Sep 20, 2019
    9
    Jesus Forgive Me, I Am A Thot - 10/10
    Kenan vs. Kel - 10/10
    Beta Male Strategies - 10/10 JPEGMAFIA TYPE BEAT - 10/10 Grimy Waifu - 10/10 PTSD - 10/10 Rap Grow Old & Die x No Child Left Behind - 10/10 All My Heroes Are Cornballs - 10/10 BBW - 7/10 PRONE! - 10/10 Life's Hard, Here's A Song About Sorrel - 6/10 Thot Tactics - 10/10 Free The Frail - 10/10 Post Verified Lifestyle - 6/10 **** -    Jesus Forgive Me, I Am A Thot - 10/10
    Kenan vs. Kel - 10/10
    Beta Male Strategies - 10/10
    JPEGMAFIA TYPE BEAT - 10/10
    Grimy Waifu - 10/10
    PTSD - 10/10
    Rap Grow Old & Die x No Child Left Behind - 10/10
    All My Heroes Are Cornballs - 10/10
    BBW - 7/10
    PRONE! - 10/10
    Life's Hard, Here's A Song About Sorrel - 6/10
    Thot Tactics - 10/10
    Free The Frail - 10/10
    Post Verified Lifestyle - 6/10
    **** - 7/10
    DOTS FREESTYLE REMIX - 8/10
    BUTTERMILK JESUS TYPE BEAT - 10/10
    Papi I Missed U - 10/10    … Expand
  31. lyekay1
    Sep 25, 2019
    0
    Trash, absolute garbage. Whole album is a mess!
    This is the worst album I've heard in 2019, he goes from rapping to singing to screeching.
  32. nereed678
    Oct 31, 2019
    5
    JPEGMAFIA, although a wonderful artist dropped the ball on this album. Trading in his hardcore experimentation for pop song structures was a mistake, and one I hope not to be repeated going forward
  33. clem666
    Dec 12, 2020
    3
    I swear I tried my best on this one but jeez', you are not helping me Peggy! I have to admit production of some parts of the songs remain really interesting but the lyrics and the 'chanting' are truly a pain in the ears. I think this project is a succession of ups and downs speaking of quality in general but man everytime you think you reached the bottom JPEGMAFIA proves you the opposite.I swear I tried my best on this one but jeez', you are not helping me Peggy! I have to admit production of some parts of the songs remain really interesting but the lyrics and the 'chanting' are truly a pain in the ears. I think this project is a succession of ups and downs speaking of quality in general but man everytime you think you reached the bottom JPEGMAFIA proves you the opposite. And when you realize you're onto something really good (like the beginning of 'PTSD'), the artist voluntarily switches to some sadly basic beats. I repeat: some songs are painful. I genuinely felt like I was being mistreated when listening to this album.… Expand
  34. Konanxyz
    Sep 14, 2019
    10
    Im very disappointed Im very disappointed Im very disappointed Im very disappointed. 4 real tho its good
  35. Jjlong
    Oct 2, 2019
    10
    Absolutely stellar album , with production out of this world ! It may be a challenging listen to some but it’s absolutely worth your time and attention . 10/10 throughly disappointed
  36. dubsv
    Mar 8, 2020
    0
    y'all trippin stuff is garbage quit tryin to sound smart describing this cringe fest
  37. chickensusu
    Feb 24, 2021
    8
    experimental done right 8/10
    experimental done right 8/10
    experimental done right 8/10
  38. draediamond
    Jan 18, 2020
    9
    All I can say after first listen is wow. This was simply an unexpected gem. He’s basically showing off from a production standpoint and it still works. Jesus forgive me I’m a Thot is ridiculously beautiful as is much of the album. You will find yourself just randomly singing or rapping these songs. Also, it’s impressive how he has found a way to manipulate his voice to sound so great. HeAll I can say after first listen is wow. This was simply an unexpected gem. He’s basically showing off from a production standpoint and it still works. Jesus forgive me I’m a Thot is ridiculously beautiful as is much of the album. You will find yourself just randomly singing or rapping these songs. Also, it’s impressive how he has found a way to manipulate his voice to sound so great. He can sing enough to get by (especially with autotune) but it’s shouldn’t sound this good. JPEG isn’t the last person I would’ve expected an interesting great listen from but he wasn’t really on my watch list. I thought Veteran was good but had a TON of filler which was strange for someone like JPEG. This album doesn’t waste any time here and builds on Veteran. JPEGMAFIA fans will worship this album. Ordinary rap fans will have to let it grow on them or they will just hate it because it is a weird album especially if you just listen to Drake all day.… Expand
  39. Daledellis
    Sep 30, 2019
    9
    An amazing album with very few dull moments. The production on here is out of this world. The lyrics are also hilarious and witty.
  40. Floris_
    Sep 13, 2019
    10
    Peggy's full skillset is on display, the fact that everything on this masterpiece is made by Peggy himself makes it so much better.
  41. Hoober
    Sep 13, 2019
    10
    Best Peggy album yet pure disappointing genius keep that **** coming Peggy we love you
  42. JethroFord
    Oct 4, 2019
    10
    A truly psychedelic experience... absolutely breathtaking . Damn Peggy !!!!!!
  43. jacobfurness
    Sep 29, 2019
    8
    A very well produced album but I was not as impressed with Peggy's rapping on this project as I was on Veteran.
  44. saeoio
    Oct 13, 2019
    10
    Jpeg, because i like jpegs, better color and resolution. Peggy did it again. Every second of this album is a bless
  45. aabortus
    Mar 3, 2020
    9
    This is a great album, basically everything about it is great. I am super disappointed by this album. Strong 9/10
  46. JordanLayton
    Apr 30, 2020
    8
    This is an EXPERIENCE album. Requires listening to it in full. Only a couple bangers I'll be able to listen to separately, but still so much better in context. Pales compared to Veteran for me for now. Still lots of shining moments though.
  47. Alex3535
    Sep 22, 2021
    10
    JPEGMAFIAs best smartest and most creative project may take another listen to get into but so much more than worth it to give the chance, blending rap and RnB and still being gritty is something only peggy can do well
  48. keezus
    Oct 26, 2021
    9
    Awesome album, nice beats and very lo-fi sounding. Wish the songs were longer but overall amazing album!
  49. notaelnerd
    Dec 4, 2022
    9
    I love the evolution from veteran, some of the tracks on this lp are nearly perfect (my favorite being Beta Male Strategies) and its visible the effort from peggy into this piece of work, also this project is most friendly to non experimental hip hop listeners than the majority on peggy's catalog.

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Universal acclaim - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. AllMusic
    Nov 14, 2019
    80
    All My Heroes Are Cornballs manages a mellow, even reserved instrumental tone without losing any of the scathing social commentary or frenetic energy that defined earlier work. If anything, the album is more intense, hiding biting and bilious (and often surreal) lyrical threats beneath a deceptively low-energy facade.
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  2. The Wire
    Oct 23, 2019
    80
    JPEGMAFIA ain’t really here for the put-ons and doesn’t expect his listeners to be either. But those expectations do not come without a kind of sound education, one that considers the context and multiplicity of characters he’s speaking to and through. In that way, Cornballs demands repeat plays, critical engagement and a goddamn sense of humour. [Nov 2019, p.57]
  3. Under The Radar
    Oct 7, 2019
    80
    Despite his tongue-in-cheek song titles, and his jesting bluster about his rise to prominence, there's a real soul and emotion running beneath everything.
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