DAMN.
by Kendrick Lamar
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8.4

Universal acclaim- based on 3346 Ratings

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  1. MarkJulian
    Mar 7, 2020
    9
    DAMN. is not nearly as great as Kendrick Lamar’s two previous albums but it is still far better than most music related. It is much more commercial and it is harder to decipher than TPAB but the lyrics, production and themes are still on point. I love every song but cuts like ELEMENT. and HUMBLE. are pretty lackluster compared to the final three songs.
  2. WellDun01
    Mar 19, 2020
    7
    I like it. I think it has some of his best standalone songs. But as a project, it feels half baked. The themes and motifs seem like they're thrown in last minute, and it's just not tight and concise like TPAB and Good Kid are. He's like the smart student in class who threw together a project the night before the deadline and because he's talented, it still turned out pretty good. Even theI like it. I think it has some of his best standalone songs. But as a project, it feels half baked. The themes and motifs seem like they're thrown in last minute, and it's just not tight and concise like TPAB and Good Kid are. He's like the smart student in class who threw together a project the night before the deadline and because he's talented, it still turned out pretty good. Even the cover is half baked. I can't help but feel it was 3 more months away from being a certified Kendrick masterpiece… Expand
  3. Macrofficial
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    Great lyrics, production, and features. Kendrick's 2nd best project. I'd say my favourite tracks are LUST. , HUMBLE. , and XXX.
  4. JakeWLovesRap
    Apr 2, 2020
    8
    Honestly this is probably Kendrick's worst album (not counting UU as a true album), but it still kills. The lyricism is still there, production is usually great, and the storytelling is still prevalent on tacks like DUCKWORTH. Inconsistent in places, with some uncharacteristic lulls at times, the album is far from perfect. Hooks and production seems lazy at times. Not the cleanest project,Honestly this is probably Kendrick's worst album (not counting UU as a true album), but it still kills. The lyricism is still there, production is usually great, and the storytelling is still prevalent on tacks like DUCKWORTH. Inconsistent in places, with some uncharacteristic lulls at times, the album is far from perfect. Hooks and production seems lazy at times. Not the cleanest project, but Kendrick's creativity and range is as noticeable as ever.… Expand
  5. ceshe83
    Apr 14, 2020
    9
    DAMN. should be studied in theology, philosophy, music, history classes and many more. It is a deeply intellectual work that I am still trying to understand. Oh, and musically, it's just as rich. The production on GOD. is ethereal and sublime. LOVE. finds Kendrick exploring his more sentimental side and he does it beautifully. PRIDE. is a woozy, entrancing, introspective masterpiece.DAMN. should be studied in theology, philosophy, music, history classes and many more. It is a deeply intellectual work that I am still trying to understand. Oh, and musically, it's just as rich. The production on GOD. is ethereal and sublime. LOVE. finds Kendrick exploring his more sentimental side and he does it beautifully. PRIDE. is a woozy, entrancing, introspective masterpiece. DUCKWORTH. is a stirring, exhilarating narrative (debatable Kendrick's finest storytelling here). And DNA. just slaps. Kendrick stated that DAMN. is "the idea of: I can't change the world until I change myself." DAMN. brilliantly makes you consider your own vices, virtues, and the raw and honest nature of mankind.

    Score: 9.1/10

    Fav track(s): PRIDE, LUST, GOD, LOVE, DUCKWORTH, FEAR, DNA, BLOOD
    Least fav track(s): HUMBLE    … Expand
  6. andyn823
    Jun 6, 2020
    7
    I think I'm going to give this album a 7 because I love the production including the sound of punk, reggae, disco, R&B with the hip hop sound. His rap skills are incredible. This album, for me, is powerful and strong. And in my opinion, this album, is way better than his previous album, "To Pimp A Butterfly". I saw something new in this record. I love the sound. My favorite tracks on thisI think I'm going to give this album a 7 because I love the production including the sound of punk, reggae, disco, R&B with the hip hop sound. His rap skills are incredible. This album, for me, is powerful and strong. And in my opinion, this album, is way better than his previous album, "To Pimp A Butterfly". I saw something new in this record. I love the sound. My favorite tracks on this album, "HUMBLE", "DNA", "Feel", "LOVE".… Expand
  7. JadenStewart33
    Apr 19, 2020
    8
    “DAMN.” is definitely not kendrick’s best album. However, it is still a great album with a great message over amazing beats. some songs definitely lack direction such as “GOD” or “YAH”. Kendrick makes up for this with absolutely amazing songs like “XXX” which describes the current state of America when it comes to violence or “DUCKWORTH” which is a storytelling masterpiece about his father“DAMN.” is definitely not kendrick’s best album. However, it is still a great album with a great message over amazing beats. some songs definitely lack direction such as “GOD” or “YAH”. Kendrick makes up for this with absolutely amazing songs like “XXX” which describes the current state of America when it comes to violence or “DUCKWORTH” which is a storytelling masterpiece about his father and top dawg. overall this album is a very solid one. i would rank it as his 3rd vest album behind TPAB and GKMC.… Expand
  8. Dictatorkk
    Apr 20, 2020
    9
    Love this album feels like it gets overlooked due to his other works having more meaning
  9. RadioReviews
    Apr 27, 2020
    10
    DAMN is a decade-defining album that will be appreciated for years to come by people of all backgrounds. This album is more about storytelling than anything and the imagery used in all the songs paints perfect pictures of the message Kendrick is trying to portray. Instead of cookie-cutter lyrics and borrowed verses you can feel the connection to the words and the passion in them. EvenDAMN is a decade-defining album that will be appreciated for years to come by people of all backgrounds. This album is more about storytelling than anything and the imagery used in all the songs paints perfect pictures of the message Kendrick is trying to portray. Instead of cookie-cutter lyrics and borrowed verses you can feel the connection to the words and the passion in them. Even without analyzing the words the songs featured on DAMN can be casually enjoyed on a day to day basis and is a perfect addition to almost every playlist and event. Kendrick constantly one-ups himself with every new release and its obvious to everyone that he could one day be on the same level as Jay-Z, Biggie, and Tupac. I encourage everyone to check out Kendrick's music even if this genre isn't your thing, i can guarantee you will become addicted to the stories of Kendrick Lamar… Expand
  10. georgianaeliza
    May 26, 2020
    10
    Um álbum maravilhoso, com letras e sonoridade incríveis, cada vem melhor e mais coeso ,um álbum completo.
  11. Real_g22
    Jun 12, 2020
    10
    Este álbum es oro puro.
    Las letras aquí son de otro mundo y los ritmos poco característicos de Kendrick son asombrosos! Una obra maestra
  12. thehairyscreame
    Nov 5, 2022
    7
    i can't help but feel disappointed a little bit. however i feel that kendrick made mr. morale and the big steppers to better highlight the themes here because both albums made me feel the same things but to differing severities with myself being more connected to mr morale
  13. Pierpaolo
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Strumentali di cristo e temi differenti che narrano episodi della sua vita differenti, raccontati con flow pazzeschi e differenti.
    Non puoi che amarlo
  14. matteoz
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Kendrick Lamar is one of the rarest rap phenomena and this album shows exactly why. Every single track has, once again, its deep meaning and the production is, in few words, unbelievable.
    Best tracks: "DNA"/ "LUST"/ "HUMBLE"
  15. Momoki_02
    Jul 26, 2020
    9
    Another Banger from kendrick, some tracks weren't as good as the others but its still
  16. magic_jam13
    Nov 25, 2020
    9
    This has a bit of a different tone than his other projects but its still Kendrick. Now people say this is just Kendrick streamlined but it's still amazing. He changes his tone a lot in this album like in love and loyalty. But i actually think love is awesome it has such a vibe. Loyalty is meh tho. But damn still has such a nice vibe to it, its like a lighter tpab which is fine. StandoutThis has a bit of a different tone than his other projects but its still Kendrick. Now people say this is just Kendrick streamlined but it's still amazing. He changes his tone a lot in this album like in love and loyalty. But i actually think love is awesome it has such a vibe. Loyalty is meh tho. But damn still has such a nice vibe to it, its like a lighter tpab which is fine. Standout tracks are humble, pride, element, xxx, duckworth. yah. But the best has to be duckworth or xxx.… Expand
  17. cesccilia
    Nov 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Este álbum es demasiado bueno, una obra de arte, La santísima biblia rap. A pesar de que sus otros trabajos discográficos son muy muy buenos y realistas este es por mucho uno de los mejores verdaderamente, un álbum sin ningún relleno, ritmos buenos y letras reales, con sentido. Nada de rap genérico como el que se maneja actualmente.… Expand
  18. zaeksito
    Nov 27, 2020
    10
    Como ya nos tiene acostumbrado Kendrick, este álbum es rap perfection. Increíble producción, composición e ingeniería. No entiendo como la Academia no le dio el AOTY, era de calle merecido.
  19. Wrong_Opinions
    Dec 18, 2020
    9
    He doesn’t miss! King Kendrick simply does not miss. Extremely exited for his next project, heard he leaks and it sounded great. Hope that his next project is just as good as his previous albums. But back to this project, I think it’s great (as expected) however a couple of tracks limit this from getting a 10/10. Still an extremely solid album. Definitely would recommend.
  20. AttendantHeart
    May 13, 2022
    10
    quien es kendrick lamar?
    para el ciego, es la luz
    para el hambriento, es el pan
    para el enfermo, es la cura
    para el solitario, es el compañero
    para el triste, es la alegría
    para el prisionero, es la libertad
    para el pobre, es el tesoro
    para el deudor, es el perdón
  21. sambartlett2004
    Jan 17, 2021
    10
    A worthy sequel to To Pimp A Butterfly, this album is full of hits and worth your time. It can go from slow to fast in an instant while feeling perfectly paced. This album feels like Kendrick is telling a story while showing off his perfected sound simultaneously.
  22. Hendo250
    Mar 29, 2021
    9
    this album is a 9 this album is a 9 this album is a 9 this album is a 9 this album is a 9
  23. hdcooper
    Apr 12, 2021
    8
    DAMN. is another great Kendrick record that sees him take a step further outside of his usual comfort zone. And to no one's surprise, it's works fantastically.

    8.7/10
  24. Cumball
    Jul 11, 2021
    9
    Great album, but i can never forget what anthony fantano said about it.....
  25. proreview0
    Apr 19, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I got, I got, I got, I got
    Loyalty, got royalty inside my DNA
    Cocaine quarter piece, got war and peace inside my DNA
    I got power, poison, pain and joy inside my DNA
    I got hustle though, ambition, flow inside my DNA
    I was born like this, since one like this, immaculate conception
    I transform like this, perform like this, was Yeshua new weapon

    love the sound of this album espescially in DNA.    … Expand
  26. leumassregor
    May 24, 2021
    10
    This hip hop album is extremely unique and different from other Kendrick albums.

    The lyrics on here are amazing. I love how honest he is in this album when it comes to lyrics. He is not afraid to say his opinion on sensitive topics like politics. The production, however, is what really shines on here. "LUST." is a track that really stood out to me production wise. The intro to the    This hip hop album is extremely unique and different from other Kendrick albums.

    The lyrics on here are amazing. I love how honest he is in this album when it comes to lyrics. He is not afraid to say his opinion on sensitive topics like politics.

    The production, however, is what really shines on here. "LUST." is a track that really stood out to me production wise. The intro to the song really pulls you in, with the synth going from ear to ear.

    This is definitely one of the top hip hop albums ever. Great work from Kendrick!    … Expand
  27. monkeeh
    Jul 27, 2021
    8
    DAMN. is very good. Once again Kendrick maintains his consistency with DAMN. which sonically sounds very different to Kendrick's prior projects but is still so good. In my opinion this is Kendrick's best rapping demonstration as he goes off on almost every song, most notably XXX. which is easily one of his best song which speaks on the advice he give about the passing of love ones to gunDAMN. is very good. Once again Kendrick maintains his consistency with DAMN. which sonically sounds very different to Kendrick's prior projects but is still so good. In my opinion this is Kendrick's best rapping demonstration as he goes off on almost every song, most notably XXX. which is easily one of his best song which speaks on the advice he give about the passing of love ones to gun violence. Each track has its own intelligent message which hardly becomes repetitive excluding the track FEEL which didn't quite appeal to me. A problem I have with this track is that a lot of the songs for me don't stand the test of time, upon first listen I had favourites which now just aren't as exiting in the slightest which holds and otherwise brilliant album back.… Expand
  28. shapeby
    Aug 17, 2021
    10
    Esse álbum é bom em aspectos sonoros, líricos e da produção. Todas as faixas são colocadas de maneira impecável na ordem do álbum, o que o torna uma experiência única e com certeza vale a pena apreciar esse álbum que não conta somente com as batidas de hip-hop, mas com uma grande variedade de sons e ritmos incríveis.
  29. Merciless7231
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    DAMN exemplifies Kendrick Lamar's consistency. This is what rap artistry should aspire to.
  30. brockccooper
    Sep 5, 2021
    10
    DAMN. is still my favorite album of all time. Everything about it is perfect. I can't say anything else about it; there's too much to say. Listen to it and listen again (and again, and again)
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Universal acclaim - based on 39 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 38 out of 39
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 39
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  1. The Wire
    Aug 8, 2017
    90
    A less deranged response to celebrity than Kanye West’s Yeezus, more imaginative than Eminem’s The Marshall Mathers LP or Lil Wayne’s Tha Carter III, it shares with the former an economy of form, and with the latter two the giddy energy of an artist coming into perfect sync with their audience. It’s also a sumptuous sounding pop record, polite streamlined mass market psychedelia. [Jun 2017, p.64]
  2. The Skinny
    Jul 5, 2017
    80
    The beats are heavy, spare, and hard. Lamar demonstrates the versatility of his flow.
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  3. Record Collector
    May 25, 2017
    100
    DAMN. sees the rapper make a 180 degree turn from the sprawling jazz/funk/hip-hop odyssey of TPAB to deliver 14 taut, tough and wise cutting-edge examples of what’s possible in hip-hop today. ... Essential stuff.
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