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Universal acclaim- based on 1443 Ratings
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Feb 4, 2014College Dropout is, and always will be, a classic. It's perhaps the most industry-changing hip-hop album of all time. The entire album flows effortlessly, with fun, intelligent, and uplifting beats. This is the debut of a legend. ~ 9.6/10
Best track: "Family Business"
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Jan 20, 2014
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Jan 12, 2014His best album ever tbh. I didn't listen to the whole record yet but I've loved everything till now. My highlights are We don't care, All falls down, Jesus walks & School spirit. The College Dropout should have won that Grammy for Album of the Year.
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Nov 5, 2013
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Oct 12, 2013The soul samples and the socially concious lyrics make this one of my favourite albums of all time. Definitely a certified classic. Maybe breathe in breathe out could of been, err, trashed?
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Jun 18, 2013
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Jun 18, 2013
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Apr 12, 2013schoolanduniversity.com Sensational media stories about millionaire drop-outs miss one thing: The vast majority of America's 30 million college dropouts are more likely to gain more.
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Apr 9, 2013Lyrically great and production wise top 10. A great start into the game as Kanye started out great. One of the best hip-hop releases in the past 20 years.
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Mar 11, 2013Kanye West's first album is above one of the most strongest albums ever, creating meaningful and awesome rap songs that will never get old. Ever.
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Mar 9, 2013IMO the best debut rap album of all time. the beats are insane, the album came out in a time where the world needed it the most, the lyrics are incredible and witty. this album is as good as mainstream/soul/r&b hip-hop gets
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Jan 4, 2013A near flawless start to one of the greatest album trajectories of this generation, College Dropout is the record that established Kanye West as a force in the music industry. He may not be the greatest rapper, but he knows how to use his sampler and revamps classic soul songs to make enjoyable modern hits.
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Nov 15, 2012
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Aug 16, 2012
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Jul 23, 2012Perhaps the best album of the entire decade. This album is so fresh, so unique, so beautiful. His lyricism is outstanding, and the subject matter is different for once. This is revolutionary, and Hip Hop, and music as a whole, needs Kanye West. Fantastic, brilliant album.
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Apr 25, 2012There are good moments here, but the album is rarely great. Kanye demonstrates his incredible creativity as a producer, but he lacks the vocal tone to be a great rapper. His voice always feels a little stilted. On the two best tracks - "Spaceship" and "Two Words" - West must rely on others to supply many of the best rhymes.
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Feb 20, 2012It has quite a legacy in redefining modern hip-hop which was in desperate need of changing as its mainstream popularity began to dip. The College Dropout, whilst filled with an annoying quantity of skits is also reasonably consistent and inventive.
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Oct 7, 2011absolutely a great album whoever says that this wasnt good should go commit suicide . this is kanyes most personal album and it showed. Pure genius one of the best rap albums ever
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Sep 28, 2011A strong debut from the producer who brought us Jay-Z's (excellent) The Blueprint record. His rhymes are sometimes funny and poignant. He's one of Hip-Hop's best right now.
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Aug 17, 2011Incredible, this is where it all started. So sit down and enjoy one of the greatest rappers on one of the greatest rap albums. classic.
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Aug 8, 2011Released on February 10, 2004, on Roc-A-Fella Records
Kanye was not new to the rap scene, but with The College Dropout he introduced himself as not only as a dope
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Aug 6, 2011Probably one of the realest hip hop albums of all time.
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Jun 12, 2011
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Jun 4, 2011Best transition from someone was a Producer who turned to a Rapper. Kanye made his mark with style and that whole world knew he was from the groundbreaking Through the Wire to Jesus Walks and Family Business. Kanye managed to put in his religious views into the his Album with positive feedback from Fans and Critics alike. He may not be the best lyricist but he is certainly a deep one.
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May 8, 2011this had some good songs i love kanye for his production not for his rapping ability. but this album was pretty good i liked it. but its not my personal favorite kanye album. but yes this album is very listenable.
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Apr 21, 2011The best debut rap album of all time. get rich or die tryin is the only other one that comes close. a must have classic and my favorite rap album of all time 5.All eyez on Me
4.The Chronic 2001
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Nov 28, 2010I also think his rap is trash its not what he truly feels. He is a poser trying to fake it. A pretender out for bucks, not interested in his fans or the messages contained it it.
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Nov 9, 2010not surprised that he amazed me with this album but i wouldn't feel right giving it a 10 but it is worth buying and listening too it is amazing nothing but good things but some songs i wouldnt keep on my on the go playlist
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Aug 14, 2010
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mikecJul 14, 2009awesome
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BarbarannetteM.Aug 27, 2007I like this very hot.
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HaroldJ.Jul 17, 2007one of the hottest albums of all time lyrics are undeniable and the beats are amazing long live G.O.O.D. music
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DavidJ.Jun 24, 2007A Hip Hop Classic.
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ManManManManManManManManManManJun 24, 2007WOW. Now if I could give halves it would just be like a 9.5, because of the skits taking up such valuable track time. But aside from that, this is the most refreshing Hip Hop album in a long time, and Kanye West is one of the few mainstream artists people should welcome with open arms.
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DanADec 5, 2006Amazing. When I first heard Kanye I thought it was just another solid rapper coming up. But the production on this album is far above great and the lyrics are more than solid. Kanye is the best well-rounded rapper, or maybe even music artist in general, of today.
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ghqjhhejghjhljOct 27, 2006the shti for real....
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WaelHAug 15, 2006This is the best album in the freaking world .. and the best artist also !!!! kanye west .. a true singer not like all the other bitches who dnt even write there songs..
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THOMASTJun 16, 2006It's the best album what i heard in my life, i love this album, the song are various, the featurings are terrible!!! (Sorry for the fault i'm French )
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JeremyEApr 27, 2006This cd is an incredible debut. College dropout is incredible. best of 2004 hands down
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LeanneSApr 26, 2006this was an amazing cd, it expressed itself with a lot of humor!!! it made me feel very excited wen i listened to it.Thankyoun kanye u rok my world!!! luv ya xx
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MichaelWApr 6, 2006Excelent songs
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emilywFeb 28, 2006collage dropout is the best album i have (and late registration lol) it was realeased on my birthday to im a really big fan of kanye and its a definate ten hands down he's so insperational i LOVE him his albums the best !!!!!!!!!! thnx 4 letting me share
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AaronCoJan 17, 2006One of the best albums ever made! Kanye is sick!
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PepaSJan 10, 2006This cd was really nice one of the best of 2004
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RandyGDec 31, 2005College Dropout is the best rao CD of all time. Kanye west is a legend!
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ThomasDDec 25, 2005Whether you agree with Kanye's political views or not, you have to agree that he can articulate his points very well and sell them to the targeted audience even better. His lyrics along with his new spin on hip hop have brought him to the top of the industry for a good reason. He is uniquely fantastic.
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DankyMNov 21, 2005lame lame lame............................it is good to see some kind of diversity in mainstream hip hop but come on when you put it against the other rap album released that year Madvillainy. Boy in da corner Grey Album it aint nothing
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brycetNov 17, 2005Kayne is the greatest!!!!
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FinfroskSep 24, 2005Kanye sucks. What the hell is wrong with everyone, saying this is such a good album? It's just incredibly, mindblowingly, fantasticly boring! OH my god it's so boring! It has one song with a few good rhymes, but I don't remember the title, and I don't really care!
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RaulTSep 6, 2005I think his rap is trash its not what he truely feels. He doesnt rap about real life like JAy z and Nas
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RobYAug 19, 2005Seriously, aint no betta album, i love this guy
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aliciacAug 19, 2005very good!! only b chance i got the album
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CopeJul 4, 2005Has some good beats, and listenable subject matter. However, the sped up soul jacks (beats) get tiresome and receive way more credit than they deserve. Kanye's lyrical ability is non-existant, though you can pretend like you're not listening.
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J.M.SarabiaMay 28, 2005
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mattaMay 27, 2005There is alot of filler but even with it there are still 14 or so legitimate(and mostly good)hip-hop tracks. Hands down, one of the best rap albums of the year.
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FigzMay 7, 2005This rap c.d. is so fuckin diff... how can it not get a good mark? Every song is awesome either its by lyrical beats or themes its all good.
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jamesbMay 1, 2005i think it was the coldest cd of the year
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DanKApr 25, 2005Kanye is ruining hip-hop. He has some fly lyrics, but he shadows them my trying to appeal to people who just listen to the beats. If he's gonna make a rap album, he should make a rap album, not push his producing career.
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nikkibApr 17, 2005Over a year later and this album is still tight!!!
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marcellwMar 29, 2005Best hip-hop album I've ever bought.
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MaxFeb 22, 2005Killin y'all n****z on that lyrical s**t Mayonnaise colored Benz, I push Miracle Whips
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MaxDFeb 22, 2005kanye is awesome. definitally the best album i've bought. this isthe only CD i own that i can listen 2 the whole thing without skipping a single track
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MikkelFeb 19, 2005genious!!!
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SteveGFeb 15, 2005simply amazing. covers an amazing variety of subjects with fresh beats and rhymes. worth listening to simply to justify dropping out of college. one of the only albums i've listened to lately with an actual thesis that is proven.
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ChrisBFeb 13, 2005Jesus Walks is my anthem 'nuff said -Chris
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dom.Jan 22, 2005this is an awesome album! it's good to see someone supporting the Man above!
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GregPJan 20, 2005the best
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PeterOJan 13, 2005Being the best hiphop album since Beastie Boys' Hello Nasty, College Droput gave me renewed faith in a genre beset by soulless "bling bling" fakers. A must buy if I ever heard one!
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angelaDec 28, 2004the cd is just so wakeing dude you know what mean by wakeing it radical
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PatrickSDec 11, 2004Man, this CD was off the hook. Kanya rocks...his lyrics really shows the struggles in life, dat ppl face. He got skillz, both as rapper and produce. Best rapper ever after 2pac. Cant wait for his next album....
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BrianaSNov 10, 2004Kanye West's College Dropout album displayed real life struggles with the mantality of reaching out to the youth. He reflects on the difficulties, yet also, the love passion , and thanks for the life he has been given.
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ryanbNov 10, 2004
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manchisehmmmmNov 8, 2004no doubt pipz... tha album iz dope.. kanye got crazy drumz.. but his not as an mc.. his creatz crazyass jamz fo other artist.. lik jigga.. but his not tha best mc out there... HIZ A GUY WHO TALKZ IN HIS Jamz creatively..
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steveyupOct 26, 2004this cd is ridiculous.
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danielleeOct 25, 2004Best Album of the year
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GordonSOct 17, 2004Incredible work. Kanye West is not one of the top rappers around, but he delivers an amazing message and knows how to make beats fit his style.
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tonybOct 13, 2004wow
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johnBOct 4, 2004Best cd i've ever listened to
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QuanishaWSep 26, 2004This CD College DropOut is Hot. I Love this Cd. This is one of my favorite Cd's. Kanye I wish you good luck and make some more hot CD's. Love Ya, Quanisha Williams
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ChristinaTSep 22, 2004I love all the songs on this cd!!!!!!!!
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JoshESep 21, 2004This album was the BOMB!
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RachaelRSep 20, 2004I think Kanye is a musical genious.He has something to say that is actually meaningful, unlike other rappers who just want to talk about how much they have or how much they can get. I couldnt agree more than i do now on well Kanye is doing as an artist,role model,and man.If hes there somewhere .... Hello from NY to you Kanye. Rachael R.
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carlosrSep 19, 2004I am an amateur rapper and producer and the way he raps and the way his beats rock just make me wanna do it more.
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PaulSSep 18, 2004Now I usually like the rock music. Actually no; I usually ONLY like the rock music. But this album is so good! I heard Jesus walks on TV and absolutly loved it. No more rappers 'talking' about cars and 'bootys'. This has made me have a new found respect for hip-hop music!
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LateishaSAug 31, 2004Name one rapper that talks about god in a postive way while swearing. He has had the best cd I have ever listend to
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RileyNAug 19, 2004Its the best album ever made every song is a hit!!!
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Katie-lauraAug 17, 2004Family Business and school spirit the two best song on this album yet the only one's mentioned r jesus walks and the other 1's people should b given a chance to hear these they r great oh and kayne west is fit
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msizzlefoshizzleJul 17, 2004Is there anything you can really say. Just sick(in a good way)
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mikecJul 17, 2004awesome
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deedeethegreatJul 6, 2004KANYE WEST IS THE CRAZIEST, FUNNIEST, DOPEST and the most CHEERFUl RAPPER EVER... COLLEGE DROPOUT is the best album of 2004..woRDD
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samlastJun 28, 2004its alllllllll good!
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BenMJun 18, 2004It is excellent. Kanye rules Through the wire n slow jamz are amazing
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DanCJun 12, 2004This is the best CD of 2004 so far!
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ritasJun 6, 2004It has songs on it that I can listen to with my mother and my 9 year old sister. Some of the songs aren't for everybody but I love the cd. I listen to it everynight before I go to bed and in the morning before I leave home. It is just awesome I haven't gotten tired of it yet.
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DavidCMay 25, 2004The best album for a first beginner, almost one of the best to me, i love through the wire, get em high, family business, Jesus walks, we don't care, and all falls down. That is a pimpin' cd...
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rogersMay 18, 2004This cd is almost perfect with songs that are simlply deeper than the regular hip hop album some of the songs are gritty and need some polishing like the song with Common, common just dont do it for the song all in all i think its one of the hottest things made not as good as maybe jayz's blueprint or reasonable doubt or maybe biggie's ready to die but give him a chance he is hot
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vefhfbdvdvMay 13, 2004My Husband has the best album EVERRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR!!!!!!!!!!!
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jaytMay 11, 2004Just deeeeeeeeerty.
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VMay 10, 2004from his style to his music, all original
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kjRobinsonMay 10, 2004lauren hill should of been on that all falls down. that version is hot! but all in all k. west is a genius, but of course he would be, look who he's rolling with. it's the ROC in the building
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Awards & Rankings
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Feb 17, 2011Like every hip-hop album (even the great ones), Kanye West's The College Dropout is marred by too many guest artists, too many interludes, and just too many songs period. (I challenge every hip-hop artist working today to record just one album with 12 tracks or less-no skits, no guests, no filler.)
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Feb 17, 2011Most producers who approach the mic do so at their peril, but on Dropout, West turns out to be a full-service hip-hop artiste.
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Delivers both ass-shakers and contemplative cuts.