• Record Label: RCA
  • Release Date: May 26, 2015
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  1. May 28, 2015
    10
    In recent years A$AP Rocky has become one of the best rappers and praised this second album we see proof of why so many compliments.

    Applying several extremely cautious and well-written verses, Rocky brings everyone a new vision of himself, his career, life and all that he has to show. Rocky brings his artistic matured and this is undeniable. Tracks like "Holy Ghost", "Fine Whine",
    In recent years A$AP Rocky has become one of the best rappers and praised this second album we see proof of why so many compliments.

    Applying several extremely cautious and well-written verses, Rocky brings everyone a new vision of himself, his career, life and all that he has to show. Rocky brings his artistic matured and this is undeniable.

    Tracks like "Holy Ghost", "Fine Whine", "L$D", "Everyday" and "Max B" are more theoretical and comprehensive, with a darker tone and supreme. While "LPFJ2", "M'$", "Body Electric", " Wavybone" and "Canal St." are deducted in force, domination, dedication and evolution.

    Rocky is by far one of the best representatives artist of the Rap/Hip-Hop currently qualitative. A pretty classic.
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  2. May 29, 2015
    8
    just like to say that everyone thinking this is a '10' or a 'classic' are hoes, this is a solid dense piece of work but cmon guys it's okay to say the bar has been set very high and not everyone is gonna make crazy as **** albums to top one other, please make sure the credit is going to where it deserves, but for this solid sophomore he deffs deserves a wider sense of appreciation fromjust like to say that everyone thinking this is a '10' or a 'classic' are hoes, this is a solid dense piece of work but cmon guys it's okay to say the bar has been set very high and not everyone is gonna make crazy as **** albums to top one other, please make sure the credit is going to where it deserves, but for this solid sophomore he deffs deserves a wider sense of appreciation from bigger hip hop audiences and ye Expand
  3. Aug 17, 2015
    8
    I thoroughly enjoyed ALLA. The druggy vibe that Rocky went for, sonically, worked perfectly. I think it's awesome and reassuring that Rocky has departed from his slightly poppy sound on his debut studio album. This is true A$AP Rocky music without the oversight of a label. Listening to this album start to finish is an experience. Most of all, I love that he created a very unique album inI thoroughly enjoyed ALLA. The druggy vibe that Rocky went for, sonically, worked perfectly. I think it's awesome and reassuring that Rocky has departed from his slightly poppy sound on his debut studio album. This is true A$AP Rocky music without the oversight of a label. Listening to this album start to finish is an experience. Most of all, I love that he created a very unique album in an industry that has many copycats. As a project, it's a little inconsistent with a couple relative duds in the 18 tracks. Regardless, ALLA is a fantastic album that, unfortunately, might get overlooked a little in this standout year in hip hop. ~ 8.2/10
    Best track: "L$D"
    Other notable tracks: "Holy Ghost", "LPFJ2", "Electric Body", "Jukebox Joints", "M'$" & "Everyday"
    Worst track: "West Side Highway"
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  4. May 23, 2017
    9
    One of my favorite albums of 2015. I feel like this is Rocky's best work and he advanced wonderfully as an artist compared to his prior projects.

    Best songs: Canal St. / Pharsyde / Max B
  5. Nov 8, 2017
    10
    Instant classic by the best rapper on Earth dooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooont @ me
  6. Jun 11, 2018
    8
    84 which rounds down to a 8/10. This track similar to Long.Live.ASAP is similar in quality. The tracks in ALLA are amazing and the range in variety of tracks is much more greater than his last album. Songs such as Everyday with Miguel and Old-Head Rod Stewart combined elements of Pop, RnB and Hip-Hop to make the song an instant hit. L$D had ASAP on vocals delivering some of the most mellow84 which rounds down to a 8/10. This track similar to Long.Live.ASAP is similar in quality. The tracks in ALLA are amazing and the range in variety of tracks is much more greater than his last album. Songs such as Everyday with Miguel and Old-Head Rod Stewart combined elements of Pop, RnB and Hip-Hop to make the song an instant hit. L$D had ASAP on vocals delivering some of the most mellow verses which was just so chilling to the ears, despite it's title. LPFJ2 is an instant banger and is the song I'm most waiting for to see live, because I can see the way this could hype an audience up. Holy Ghost had ASAP rapping about his softer more religious side in another RnB influenced track. Jukebox joints is an amazing track which could immediately be identified as a Kanye West production due to the heavy sampling. However, similar to Long Live ASAP, the album was also compiled of wasted and effortless tracks, the only difference being that there is more of them which does infect an albums quality. Expand
  7. Jun 21, 2018
    10
    This is probably the most beautiful thing i've ever heard, perfect example of what an album should be, this one sure will stick with me, the overall atmospheric cloud-rap vibe is in my opinion, unbeatable. "Holy Ghost" is an amazing way to start the album, and the surprise appearance from Bones on "Canal St.", "Fine Whine", "Jukebox Joints" are probably my favorite tracks on the album,This is probably the most beautiful thing i've ever heard, perfect example of what an album should be, this one sure will stick with me, the overall atmospheric cloud-rap vibe is in my opinion, unbeatable. "Holy Ghost" is an amazing way to start the album, and the surprise appearance from Bones on "Canal St.", "Fine Whine", "Jukebox Joints" are probably my favorite tracks on the album, people tend to dislike the Raw vocals but i tend to think they give off the perfect vibe...you know, because they're raw, this album is full of amazing features from UGK to Kanye West, after hearing this, Joe Fox is one of new favorite singers because of his heavy contribution to the album... Expand
  8. May 27, 2015
    9
    It's an awesome psychedelic LP with a dope vibe. Perfect chill out music and I think it has more meaningful lyrical content than the ones before. Also Rocky definitely has one of the greatest flows in the rap game. I really enjoyed it from the beginning to the end.
    I can only recommend this piece of art.
    (I'd write my favourite songs but I could enumerate all of them.)
  9. May 28, 2015
    10
    I have a whole new level of respect for A$AP Rocky and the A$AP Mob. This album takes Rockies standards of music to a whole new level. The album is incredibly smooth with unbelievable flows. A$AP Rocky has managed to make a game changing album with something many rappers can't reach and for me that's the connection i felt with the album as I listened to it. At Long Last has a chill smoothI have a whole new level of respect for A$AP Rocky and the A$AP Mob. This album takes Rockies standards of music to a whole new level. The album is incredibly smooth with unbelievable flows. A$AP Rocky has managed to make a game changing album with something many rappers can't reach and for me that's the connection i felt with the album as I listened to it. At Long Last has a chill smooth feel to it that very few recent albums can manage to achieve. The album features many stars such as Future, Schoolboy Q, Kanye West, Lil Wayne and more. Each of these artists work well with the music of the album and create something special. Personally, At Long Last is the best album written by A$AP Rocky and I have a whole new level of respect to A$AP Rocky and the A$AP Mob. Long live A$AP Mob and RIP A$AP Yams. Expand
  10. May 29, 2015
    9
    After initial listens to A$AP Rocky’s now classic mixtape Live. Love. ASAP and his debut album, Long. Live. ASAP, I was mixed on him. He had an incredible flow and delivery, as well as sometimes really nice delivery. However, his appeal was his ability to literally say anything and make it sound like the coolest thing ever. In the lead up to this album, specifically after the release ofAfter initial listens to A$AP Rocky’s now classic mixtape Live. Love. ASAP and his debut album, Long. Live. ASAP, I was mixed on him. He had an incredible flow and delivery, as well as sometimes really nice delivery. However, his appeal was his ability to literally say anything and make it sound like the coolest thing ever. In the lead up to this album, specifically after the release of the track “Multiply” last year, I started re-evaluating those two projects and really began to understand Rocky and dig his entire catalog. It still has its weak spots, but overall, I really love those two projects now. Now, finally, with this project, he has crafted a project with very few weak points. It may be a touch long, as 18 tracks is a massive project nowadays, but there are no specifically weak tracks as every song really brings something to the table. As it stands, the best tracks here have to be “Excuse Me”, “Lord Pretty Flacko Jodye 2”, “Max B”, and “Canal St”. The closer, “Back Home” is also a top track here that really serves as a fitting tribute to A$AP Yams. The only complaint I have here is the track “Electric Body”, which is a good song, but has some elements that gross me out. Oh and Kanye West’s terrible verse on “Jukebox Joints”. He is one of my favorite artists, so it kills me to rag on him like this, but it is a lowlight of the entire project honestly. Yet, from front-to-back, this is easily A$AP Rocky’s best project and a strong contender for Album of the Year. Featuring his trademark flow and delivery, some great guest turns from Bones, Joe Fox, Juicy J, UGK, and Mos Def, and top-notch production, this one is everything and anything you could want from a modern day rap album. Expand
  11. Jun 2, 2015
    10
    One of the best new rappers out there. A$AP scored homed with this trippy experience which is an amazing follow-up to his debut album. Songs like "Everyday", "LSD" and "Juicebox Joints" are highlights for sure.
  12. May 30, 2015
    8
    I was not disappointed at all with this album. I believe that it is the second most beautifully produced album of 2015 (behind Kendrick Lamar's To Pimp a Butterfly). The production is extremely diverse, ranging from slow and dreamy (but not boring) to neo-psychedelia to The College Dropout-style soul. Almost every single song on this album has outstanding production - truly a landmark inI was not disappointed at all with this album. I believe that it is the second most beautifully produced album of 2015 (behind Kendrick Lamar's To Pimp a Butterfly). The production is extremely diverse, ranging from slow and dreamy (but not boring) to neo-psychedelia to The College Dropout-style soul. Almost every single song on this album has outstanding production - truly a landmark in musical history. And although Rocky's voice did irritate me at times ("L$D") I did also like his lyrics. Although the lyrics don't always match up to the outstanding production, you can clearly tell that Rocky put a lot of effort into not only making this album, but also being a lyricist. And although this is typical Rocky and was kind of expected from LLA and LLA, Rocky very proudly proves himself to be different from very many mainstream new school rappers. At.Long.Last.A$AP might just be A$AP Rocky's best album to date, and will probably go down as one of the best hip hop albums of 2015. Grade: A-. Highlights: "Fine Whine", "Excuse Me", "Electric Body", "Jukebox Joints", "Wavybone", "Better Things". Worst song: "Dreams (Interlude)" Expand
  13. May 28, 2015
    10
    What an amazing album... and I was expecting a sophomore slump from A$AP Rocky. Holy Ghost, Canal St., L$D, Excuse Me, JD, Lpfj2, Electric Body, Max B, Pharsyde, Better Things, M'$, and Everyday... all instant favorites from the first listen. A$AP Rocky shows off his impressive talent on every song, while iconic rappers show up for the occasional feature and the trippy productions backingWhat an amazing album... and I was expecting a sophomore slump from A$AP Rocky. Holy Ghost, Canal St., L$D, Excuse Me, JD, Lpfj2, Electric Body, Max B, Pharsyde, Better Things, M'$, and Everyday... all instant favorites from the first listen. A$AP Rocky shows off his impressive talent on every song, while iconic rappers show up for the occasional feature and the trippy productions backing every song are perfect for the theme that A$AP Rocky was trying to convey. Favorite hip-hop album of the year (so far?) Expand
  14. Jun 1, 2015
    7
    A$AP Rcoky's best album and the best album to make its way out of the A$AP Mob.

    Put aside a few forgettable tracks, a la JD, Everyday, and Dreams, this album delivers.

    8.5/10
  15. May 30, 2015
    10
    An album with this much hype is hard to live up to, however Flacko delivers. Rocky understands who he is as an artist, and elevates his lyrically content a bit more as he perfects his sound. Though the album is 18 tracks, substance is not diluted, one of the best hip hop albums in a year full of highly anticipated releases.
  16. May 28, 2015
    10
    OK, it's an instant classic. I've heard LPFJ2, Everyday, Electric Body and M'$ before the album release, and I said that "Yeah, Flacko will do it this year." He did. Easy decision, better than Kendrick Lamar's TPAB because of the beats. It's simply more entertaining. I am waiting more crazy albums and songs like Everyday from Rocky in the future.
  17. May 30, 2015
    7
    It's a good but not as remarkable as the previous album. For me, the strengths are "Holy Ghost", "Fire Whine", "West Side Highway", "M' $ "," Everyday "(perfect music!) And" Back Home ".
  18. Jun 8, 2015
    8
    A$ap rocky returns to us with a really good album. it's chilled, then sentimental then a bit of turn up music. Best tracks are L$D, M'$, Jukebox joints, Everyday and Lord pretty flacko jorde 2. Have to say though not better than his first album, but for a guy who hasn't put up an album in 3 years it was dope.A.L.L.A had balance throught out and the features were fantastic all of then wentA$ap rocky returns to us with a really good album. it's chilled, then sentimental then a bit of turn up music. Best tracks are L$D, M'$, Jukebox joints, Everyday and Lord pretty flacko jorde 2. Have to say though not better than his first album, but for a guy who hasn't put up an album in 3 years it was dope.A.L.L.A had balance throught out and the features were fantastic all of then went by asap terms and woked beutifully.Best features were Kanye West, Miguel And Lil wayne.Sometimes the album felt lazy with West Side Highway and JD, but the album as a whole was great and therefore rap album of the year so far and a great welcome back. Expand
  19. Jun 1, 2015
    5
    I just don't get it maybe. Maybe it's his voice, lack of lyrics, lack of hard driving beats....not sure. But when I listened to this Cd, I kept fast forwarding to the next song, wondering "where is the sh*t everyone is clamouring about." I didn't find it. I did like the variety on the album and the appearances from others. But now, after listening to this last week, I can't remember one song.
  20. May 29, 2015
    8
    Rocky doesn't fall victim to sophomore curse. He maintains all that was good about Rocky up to now with a little extra something. That something came in the form of tracks like LSD and Everyday where he enters what I like to term an "Acid-Punk" state of mind. This extension of Rocky only serves to confirm his place in the game and one of the good guys. I only wish I heard more of the MobRocky doesn't fall victim to sophomore curse. He maintains all that was good about Rocky up to now with a little extra something. That something came in the form of tracks like LSD and Everyday where he enters what I like to term an "Acid-Punk" state of mind. This extension of Rocky only serves to confirm his place in the game and one of the good guys. I only wish I heard more of the Mob throughout over the likes of Kanye and Future. Expand
  21. Dec 20, 2015
    6
    Very Mediocre in my opinion I was expecting more, I had high hopes but I was let down it sounded like it could use some remastering and his lyrics a not that captivating. And as far as Rakim comparisons it would be a disrespectful to Rakim to use Rakim's. As well as A$ap Rocky's name in the same sentence.
  22. Jun 2, 2015
    7
    I've never really liked Rocky and didn't enjoy his first two projects at all, so i was pleasantly surprised by how much I liked this album. The production, in my opinion, is incredible; very dreamy, psychedelic, and produces a really nice vibe; probably one of my favorite hip-hop albums production-wise. One of the things I've criticized Rocky for in the past is his lyricism, one of theI've never really liked Rocky and didn't enjoy his first two projects at all, so i was pleasantly surprised by how much I liked this album. The production, in my opinion, is incredible; very dreamy, psychedelic, and produces a really nice vibe; probably one of my favorite hip-hop albums production-wise. One of the things I've criticized Rocky for in the past is his lyricism, one of the reasons I hated his mixtape. His lyricism, while still not great, is much improved. I really like the way he flows when he raps, so coupled with better lyricism made for a much more enjoyable listen for me. My personal favorites from the album are Canal St., Excuse Me, Jukebox Joints, and Everday. Overall nice album Expand
  23. Jun 15, 2015
    9
    This that new New York wave right here! From the first track, Pretty Flacko gives us bars and content at a higher level than he ever has given us before. Also, the production is a movie all the way through; the sound takes many twists and turns but still resonates as a complete body of work where no track feels out of place. This is not only the best release from A$AP camp that we've everThis that new New York wave right here! From the first track, Pretty Flacko gives us bars and content at a higher level than he ever has given us before. Also, the production is a movie all the way through; the sound takes many twists and turns but still resonates as a complete body of work where no track feels out of place. This is not only the best release from A$AP camp that we've ever had, this is the best New York rap release that we have seen since at least the turn of the decade, and it doesn't sound like it came out in 1996. Yams is applauding from heaven. Expand
  24. May 31, 2015
    8
    With the year only halfway done and already packed with quality releases, At.Long.Last.A$AP. definitely does not fall short. Rocky has expanded his skills with including him singing more hooks/choruses and even dishing out his own beat on the track "Dreams." The singles hooked me in instantly and they felt even more valuable when in context of the album. "JD" and "LPFJ2" bring the heat andWith the year only halfway done and already packed with quality releases, At.Long.Last.A$AP. definitely does not fall short. Rocky has expanded his skills with including him singing more hooks/choruses and even dishing out his own beat on the track "Dreams." The singles hooked me in instantly and they felt even more valuable when in context of the album. "JD" and "LPFJ2" bring the heat and "Jukebox Joints" bring the soul. However, Rocky's eclectic taste does somewhat interfere with the vibe that he brings to the album. Joe Fox's overwhelming features may slow down the excitement of this release, but does not completely take away from the quality that is very evident. For listeners who are already fans of A$AP you will absolutely not be disappointed. For new listeners, this is still a solid first impression. Expand
  25. e94
    Jun 3, 2015
    8
    A lot more focused, a lot more lyrical and more elaborated
    I would gave it a 9 but the track-list is too long and there's some unnecessary songs like Pharsyde Dreams and Max B, at least he should had put i as bonus tracks. Beside that, For ME i think this is his best album project yet and i think he will not stop his evolution here
  26. Jun 6, 2015
    10
    There is honestly not a single song I didn't like on this album. Each song carries a certain vibe that furthers the album's aesthetic, without being bland or boring. Rocky evidently stepped up his lyricism and rhyme schemes, opting to use a plethora of multi-syllabic rhymes and effective internal rhyme schemes. This is everything I can possibly ask for. For me, this is definitely going toThere is honestly not a single song I didn't like on this album. Each song carries a certain vibe that furthers the album's aesthetic, without being bland or boring. Rocky evidently stepped up his lyricism and rhyme schemes, opting to use a plethora of multi-syllabic rhymes and effective internal rhyme schemes. This is everything I can possibly ask for. For me, this is definitely going to be Top 3 Rap albums of the year. Expand
  27. Jun 7, 2015
    7
    Rocky's return to more cloudier sound pleases me, and I think it fits him better, too. A.L.L.A is a bit too long and has some fillers that could've been left out of the album, but the coherent collection of (still) good and very good songs is an enjoyable listen. Now that he's found his own defined style and certainly knows what and how he wants to do things, I am very excited and lookingRocky's return to more cloudier sound pleases me, and I think it fits him better, too. A.L.L.A is a bit too long and has some fillers that could've been left out of the album, but the coherent collection of (still) good and very good songs is an enjoyable listen. Now that he's found his own defined style and certainly knows what and how he wants to do things, I am very excited and looking forward to the next one of his albums. Expand
  28. Jun 11, 2015
    8
    The first 5 tracks are heavy hitters. With an 18 song track listing, I definitely thought there were a few weak songs that could have been left out. However, this album has pretty much been on repeat for the last week. Overall, it's a very good album with cool beats and good lyrics.
  29. Jun 14, 2015
    8
    It seems that even from Kid Cudi’s immediate success, cloud rap hasn’t had the mainstream personality that A$AP Rocky brings to the table. From the Harlem Based A$AP Mob, Rocky’s braggadocios and Fashion Killah personality has been loved by many on his debut album, Long.Live.A$AP. Tracks like **** Problems”, “Wild for the Night” and “Pretty Flacko” brought mainstream hits and star power.It seems that even from Kid Cudi’s immediate success, cloud rap hasn’t had the mainstream personality that A$AP Rocky brings to the table. From the Harlem Based A$AP Mob, Rocky’s braggadocios and Fashion Killah personality has been loved by many on his debut album, Long.Live.A$AP. Tracks like **** Problems”, “Wild for the Night” and “Pretty Flacko” brought mainstream hits and star power.

    For me, this debut album was a solid effort, but didn’t live up to the expectations from one of my favorite debut mixtapes: Live.Love.A$AP. This mixtape showed Rocky’s ear for fantastic production and his smooth flow that early showed personality and flair in this project, which I loved. At.Long.Last.A$AP combines the two albums and shows much more focus and maturity, where star power doesn’t seem to water the material down as did his debut full length, and makes it an incredible conceptual release.

    Holy Ghost is another incredible opener to add on to the list of great intro songs in Rocky’s catalog. “Holy Ghost, I’m on My Knees” sings Joe Fox in the chorus, who was found in the streets of London by Rocky and Rocky found needle in the haystack, because this mystery person is all over this record. Holy Ghost is an emotional track that deals with Rocky’s personal religion, which we haven’t even gotten a taste in his last two projects. “Canal St.” paints a picture of the iconic New York location with a surprise feature from fellow cloud rapper Bones. The track “L$D” gives us something from Rocky that we’ve never heard before. The Kanye West inspired autotune singing on incredible production puts us in the state of mind Rocky probably was in when making this track.

    “Excuse Me” was another highlight track with a sprinkling strings sample with a hard-hitting beat. Electric Body featuring another incredible feature from TDE member ScHoolboy Q. Although not as hard hitting as “Brand New Guy”, these two, as leaders in the rap world, have showed versatility and personality in this track. Jukebox Joints needs to be addressed as it is a collaboration with Kanye West. I didn’t expect anything less from Kanye’s incredible production, but Yeezy’s verse leaves much to be desired (not that I didn’t expect this since I haven’t been a fan of his recent lyrical work). On the song Wavybone, Rocky again shows his love for Dirty South Hip-Hop bringing on UGK for a powerful track.

    I LOVE M’$. I can talk about the production and Rocky’s great verse, but Lil Wayne is back on one of his best features I’ve heard in years. This Lil Wayne verse along with his verse on Tyler the Creator’s new record has be excited for The Carter 5 even more. The problem with this track is that the following tracks don’t keep the excitement up. We get a dull interlude and a final track from a lackluster Mos Def feature. Although Everyday’s Rod Stewart feature was very well executed.

    This album contains tributes to the late A$AP Yams, who passed away recently to an overdose on “purp drank” or “lean”. This album was exciting, focused, creative, and for the most part had features that were well executed. This is an improvement from his last project, and A$AP Rocky seems to be leading the way for New York Hip Hop.
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  30. Jul 8, 2015
    8
    This **** was good I liked it and before I didn't like ASAP at all till I heard this I hear his lyrical wisdom it's simple and ridable and his flow and voice is great some of the singles were not to great though and a lot of the songs sound the same.
  31. Aug 19, 2015
    8
    Long Live ASAP was a great album but this one is much more. Its a clear improvement with his beats and production. The only complaint I have is his lyrics. While ASAP can make music interesting without really saying anything it still would have been nice to see an improvement in his lyrics. With this new album he's still saying basically the same thing he has been in his previous albums.
  32. Dec 8, 2015
    5
    Rocky comes through and changes his sound to an extreme druggy feel to it all, which works on some tracks like "Wavybone" and this first half of "Jukebox Joints" but gets way to heavy on many moments on this LP. It has its likable tracks but all together this album it too thick for liking
  33. Feb 12, 2016
    10
    Flames is an understatement, Vince executed it so swiftly in this project................ just wow, what a beautiful work of art. Now excuse me while I go and bump this album in my car
  34. Jul 3, 2015
    8
    7.7/10................................................................................................................................................
  35. Aug 14, 2015
    8
    Long Live ASAP was a great album but this one is much more. Its a clear improvement with his beats and production. The only complaint I have is his lyrics. While ASAP can make music interesting without really saying anything it still would have been nice to see an improvement in his lyrics. With this new album he's still saying basically the same thing he has been in his previous albums
  36. Dec 19, 2015
    8
    One from the best albums this year. Rocky gave us a great music. ALLA is a really narcotic album, but this is just a style of Rocky. 'Pharsyde', 'Canal St.', 'Max B' favourite tracks.
  37. Jan 8, 2016
    8
    Never would have thought that I was going to like the vast majority of an A$AP Rocky joint.

    A.L.L.A. provides us a more confident and improved version of the Harlem rapper. Better flows, rhyme schemes and still just as charismatic as before. Even his lyrical content improved. Not a lot, but the jump is definitely noticeable. The record also sports some of the most masterfully crafted
    Never would have thought that I was going to like the vast majority of an A$AP Rocky joint.

    A.L.L.A. provides us a more confident and improved version of the Harlem rapper. Better flows, rhyme schemes and still just as charismatic as before. Even his lyrical content improved. Not a lot, but the jump is definitely noticeable.

    The record also sports some of the most masterfully crafted production on a Hip Hop record in recent years, going toe to toe with Travi$ Scott's "Rodeo". From hazy, immersive low tempo sounds on "L$D" and to an extent "Everyday" ft. Rod Stuart & Miguel, to hard hitting bass rattling bangers like "Max B", "M'$" ft. Lil Wayne and the two punch combo of "JD" and "LPFJ2". A.L.L.A. has got you covered with these treats for your system.

    Even most of the guest artists did their thing. ScHoolboy delivered on "Electric Body", and Weezy snapped on "M'$". Rocky also brought in James Fauntleroy into the mix.

    There were only few missteps on the record. "Fine Whine" ft. Future & M.I.A. just didn't really grab my attention. The same applies for "L$D". Not a bad track per se, I just really didn't care for it. (Or I simply wasn't in a L$D mood)

    A.L.L.A. is an absolute joy to blast in your car, in your house, in your earphones,in your headphones, in your TV, in your.......

    Fav Tracks: M'$, Max B, Everyday, Holy Ghost, Wavybone, West Side Highway, Electric Body, Pharsyde
    Last Fav Tracks: Fine Whine, L$D
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  38. Mar 8, 2016
    8
    Holy Ghost-
    This is a great track with a catchy gospel instrumental and a few clever verses here and there. This is one of Rocky's most unique and well done tracks.
    Canal St.- Another great track with a really good Bones appearance. The hook is extremely catchy The instrumental is well done and there are even more clever lines. It's definitely a ear worm track, and one of the best on
    Holy Ghost-
    This is a great track with a catchy gospel instrumental and a few clever verses here and there. This is one of Rocky's most unique and well done tracks.

    Canal St.-
    Another great track with a really good Bones appearance. The hook is extremely catchy The instrumental is well done and there are even more clever lines. It's definitely a ear worm track, and one of the best on the album.

    Fine Whine-
    The quality just takes a nose dive. Rocky's performance is boring and hard to listen to. The hook is nothing to write home about and then we have 2 AWFUL features from M.I.A and Future. Yes, this is EASILY 2nd the worst song on the album.

    L$D-
    Rocky's singing might be boring, and the lyrics and instrumentals are not good at all, I grew attracted to it for some odd reason. This is an extremely laid back song that can actually be decently pleasant to listen to while you're going to sleep or even while you're making some bad decisions on some good drugs.

    Excuse Me-
    One of the best instrumentals on the track list here. It is for sure catchy, and the hook is pretty well done. While the lyrics are average and have some cringe worthy moments, it didnt take away much of my enjoyment.

    JD-
    It's 1:30 and is just filler. Skip it. No good lyrics or beat to save it.

    LPFJ2-
    Another short song, but it is one hell of a banger. It's an extremely fun and trippy song with no substance in the lyrics. But I do like the trap flavored instrumental a whole lot. I frequently listened to this song.

    Electric Body-
    You think it will start off one way, and it just takes a sharp left turn. It's surprising and it's awesome. The great beat, which is A$AP styled, and the aesthetic are really good. SchoolboyQ does a good job on his verse, and he fits right in there. The end of the song, while the beat is still really good, the singing is just NO.

    Jukebox Joints-
    This song has a feeling that brings me straight back to the 90's and early 2000's. The beat and most of the lyrics are old school, while still maintaining that pop appeal. Kanye West had some great verses, and I enjoyed this song, A LOT.

    Max B-
    Oh My God. Joe Fox and A$AP Rocky pair up with each other on these next 2 songs, and they're amazing. Max B is a very aggressive and dark song. The lyrics and beat are pretty fantastic, and we get to see a whole other side of Rocky we havent seen yet. His delivery is probably the best performance by an artist in 2015. (Snoop in One Shot, One Kill is the best)

    Pharsyde-
    An extremely chill song with very grimy bass, and it's fantastic. some lyrical moments are really good on this song too. joe Fox again is here to say that he is an amazing artist. A$AP has another great performance. Just listen to it.

    Wavybone-
    Track after track Rocky has shown he can be a very good artist. Wavybone is probably the most artsy track on here. The beat has gospel like vocals to back it up with a very jazzy tone to it. I thought UGK and Juicy J had some really good verses, and Rocky proves he can be versatile when he goes in. The lyrics are good and overall, an amazing track.

    West Side Highway-
    This track is okay if you ask me. There is a hook that involves some pretty good and grimy vocals. The song didnt over stay it's welcome, which is good and made me enjoy it a little more. however, this is just a filler track and you don't have to listen to it. But you won't want to kill yourself if you do.

    Better Things-
    This song may take a while to start, but it's still a great track in my opinion. Not cause of the lyrics, but the beat and the aesthetic. The beat is this monotone piano riff that is so freaking catchy. Rocky has another spot on performance. While the hook is weak and the vocals on the 2nd half are just gross, it's still a good track.

    M'$-
    Now, we have our first mediocre song after a while. M'$ has a great beat, but Rocky's performance is SO boring. The lyrics are awful and the quality is all over the place. However, I loved Lil Wayne in this song. The lyrics are still awful, but he goes in HARD, even though his vocals are full of effects.

    Dreams-
    Why we needed this awful interlude on here, idk. It's so bad. 2:17 is still long for this piece of crap. It's the WORST song on the album. EVERYTHING sucks.

    Everyday-
    But thank god, we have this saving grace. Everyday is a great track, and it is just so satisfying. Rocky has another great performance on here, with the best hook on the thing as well. The surprising performance from Rod Stewart just fits in a lot better than I thought he would.
    Back Home- This is the finale, and it ends on a REALLY high note. This track has another great piano beat that is fast and snappy like the flows on this track. What a way to end a great record.
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  39. Aug 9, 2016
    8
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  40. Aug 25, 2022
    5
    Clearly, it’s also a druggy album, and the highs are high--noticeably on “L$D,” whose stunning production turns from submerged to soaring, the jiggy “Excuse Me,” and the sexy, aforementioned “Westside Highway,” which has A.L.L.A.’s only hummable hook. Despite those peaks, the overall tone is more despondent
  41. Apr 6, 2021
    8
    this album is a 8 this album is a 8 this album is a 8 this album is a 8 this album is a 8
  42. Nov 25, 2021
    9
    This is a great album, obviously Rocky’s best so far. Filled with psychedelic songs, its very enjoyable to listen to. If it wasn’t for "electric body" it would be a 10/10 but sadly this song is awful and makes me want to jump off a bridge. Anyways as I said, great album overall
  43. Mar 25, 2022
    8
    while it may have a lot of generic rap lyricism, it leaves enough room for meaningful down-to-earth moments that feel genuinely emotional

    best song: everyday/pharsyde

    worst song: back home
  44. Aug 12, 2023
    9
    This album is totally great and is my favorite Rocky’s one. It is a shame that Rocky is a bit retarded and partially supports russia with his Z chain
Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 33
  2. Negative: 0 out of 33
  1. The Source
    Aug 4, 2015
    80
    The rock presence is clear, but Rocky's raps are still where he triumphs. [Jun-Jul 2015, p.93]
  2. Jun 30, 2015
    75
    A$AP's charisma and finesse mostly compensate for his shortcomings as a lyricist. That, combined with the trippy heaviness of Danger Mouse's production, make "A.L.L.A." an album worth spending time with, even dead sober.
  3. Jun 30, 2015
    80
    There are a few hollow trunk rattlers here.... At.Long.Last.A$AP is no fashion accessory, it’s practically a reinvention.