DAMN.
by Kendrick Lamar
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8.4

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  1. Newstead544
    Sep 9, 2023
    3
    Deserves no higher than a three maybe, his worst project to date to be sure. Not even acknowledging his latest disaster.
  2. andrilitvynchuk
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    9.5 / 10. With every album, I loved Kendrick more and more, this album is not a exception
  3. user0857
    Aug 4, 2023
    0
    nice aaaaaaaaaaaaaassssssssssssssssssssssssss albuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuum
  4. landodee
    Jul 23, 2023
    9
    This album is a very beautiful expression of Kendrick's views and mindsets with everyone's opinions on him and how lost he's been feeling. This isn't as strong as his best album, TPAB, but it is still up there with his best. Some of Kendrick's best work is on this album too.
  5. ChiIIaoi
    Jul 19, 2023
    7
    Review só pra lembrar a nota que eu dei pro album:
    album bom, agora só escrever pra passar dos 75 caracteres.
  6. 12kdun
    Jun 29, 2023
    10
    one of the best rap albums,perfect writing,amazing beats,no skips,infinite replay value
  7. kaka_mota09
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    This album has some of the best songs of all time like Duckworth, pride, fear and dna, even tho it has some skips like god it has amazing features from Rihanna and u2, this is my most streamed album and brought back Kendrick Lamar
  8. VanZizek
    Mar 6, 2023
    10
    PERFECT. that's the only world necessary to describe something like this. A complete masterpiece; difficult to understand all the project but if you decide to listen, you need to analyze.
  9. j444cks
    Mar 1, 2023
    9
    An almost flawless piece of Lamar's discography. There really is something for everyone.
  10. Eddinebl
    Feb 8, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. EL album que mas he disfrutado sin dudo EN TODA MI VIDA, es perfecto desde mi punto de vista con colaboraciones tan buenas como Rihanna en Loyalty. o U2 en XXX., es un album que me a cambiado la vida, me parece increible y como cierra el album en duckworth invitandonos a escucharlo de nuevo pero en reversa. Tiene mi cancion favorita de todos los tiempos; DUCKWORTH. en la que cuenta la historia de su padre hasta llegar a compton y poder ganarse la vida dignamente como cajero de un KFC. PERFECTO. GRACIAS KENDRICK, GRACIAS DAMN. Y GRACIAS A TODOS POR SU TIEMPO… Expand
  11. Diego_19
    Jan 31, 2023
    8
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  12. Blonisco
    Jan 26, 2023
    8
    续lamar的tpab神专之后一张照清自己的镜子，………………凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数
  13. Fabiancsc
    Jan 19, 2023
    10
    The best album from one of the best rappers in history. Kendrick is a brilliant mind and he expresses it in every song on this masterpiece.
  14. EviEsi
    Jan 7, 2023
    10
    This is without a doubt my favorite Kendrick album. If you say TPAB or GKMC is better, you're probably right, but that doesn't take away from this albums perfectness
  15. RegenT_A_1300
    Dec 20, 2022
    0
    this album is an ass, worse than Ferris Buller's big day off xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
  16. daytonatabooywr
    Dec 20, 2022
    0
    big dicks big dickcs big dicks big dicks big dicks big dicks big dicks big dikcs
  17. nvvh96
    Dec 16, 2022
    8
    8.4/10 - Production and lyricism are very strong on this album and in my opinion the best from recent Kendrick Lamar Albums and Hip Hop of course. Although many people listen to this album in many ways, I tend to enjoy it by track even if it 100% does not tend to go along. My only issue is with albums such as this one and TPAB you need to pretty much read a bible to break down and8.4/10 - Production and lyricism are very strong on this album and in my opinion the best from recent Kendrick Lamar Albums and Hip Hop of course. Although many people listen to this album in many ways, I tend to enjoy it by track even if it 100% does not tend to go along. My only issue is with albums such as this one and TPAB you need to pretty much read a bible to break down and understand the album, but the production does very well make up for that.… Expand
  18. 8x24
    Nov 22, 2022
    10
    "Look, I feel heartless, often off this/Feelin' of fallin', of fallin' apart with/Darkest hours, lost in/Fillin' the void of bein' employed with ballin'/Streets is talkin', fill in the blanks with coffins/Fill up the banks with dollars/Fill up the graves with fathers/Fill up the babies with **** blogs and pulpit, fill 'em with gossip/I feel like this gotta be the feelin' what 'Pac was"
  19. 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
  20. aidansangle
    Oct 31, 2022
    9
    Right off the bat, this album is very radio-hit heavy with songs like DNA, HUMBLE, and LOVE, with each of those songs being energetic and radio friendly for the most part. Even though those songs are energetic, that does not mean they lack depth. DNA vividly describes issues facing our society like racism and gang violence, reminiscent of To Pimp a Butterfly, Kendrick's previous album.Right off the bat, this album is very radio-hit heavy with songs like DNA, HUMBLE, and LOVE, with each of those songs being energetic and radio friendly for the most part. Even though those songs are energetic, that does not mean they lack depth. DNA vividly describes issues facing our society like racism and gang violence, reminiscent of To Pimp a Butterfly, Kendrick's previous album. DUCKWORTH is one of the greatest songs of all time in my opinion, describing fate and how if one thing had not happened in Kendrick's life, he would have never become the incredible rapper we know today. Overall this album is extremely introspective with tracks like DUCKWORTH, FEAR, and FEEL, with the latter being the most introspective, describing his issues with the system and the lack of care for him personally from his fans and critics alike. The only thing holding this album back is the very commonly liked track on this album, LOVE. It lacks substance and while it is a beautifully composed song, it just doesn't fit on this album for me. Other than that, this album is near flawless.… Expand
  21. AmadouIraklidis
    Oct 28, 2022
    10
    Perhaps his greatest album ever, this is the work that claimed and solidified Kendricks place as the greatest rapper of all time and amongst the greatest artists of all time. It is rare, if ever, that rap reaches a place of godliness, meaning, poetic eloquence, emotion, cultural significance, and story telling, simultaneously, yet DAMN. does that and more.

    This album both elicited deep,    Perhaps his greatest album ever, this is the work that claimed and solidified Kendricks place as the greatest rapper of all time and amongst the greatest artists of all time. It is rare, if ever, that rap reaches a place of godliness, meaning, poetic eloquence, emotion, cultural significance, and story telling, simultaneously, yet DAMN. does that and more.

    This album both elicited deep, hidden emotions, while at the same time being deeply intriguing and enjoyable. A satisfying experience, through and through. A masterpiece.    … Expand
  22. Ndrwdvdbrsn
    Oct 9, 2022
    10
    Kendrick Lamar's album DAMN. is an incredible album. Easily one of the greatest rap albums of all time. Humble is an outstanding record. Kendrick's vocals on this track are some of his best, making it one of the best rap songs ever. The music video for this song is also one of his best. Kendrick and Rihanna's vocals on the track loyalty are also some of the best I've seen.
  23. Tubbs
    Oct 2, 2022
    7
    Many amazing songs on this album but the tone gets lost for me in some parts. Hearing Kendrick try to get more radio plays is distracting at times.
  24. kissnn
    Sep 28, 2022
    10
    such a masterpiece.
    I'm a savage, I'm an **** I'm a king
    Shimmy-yeah, shimmy-yeah, shimmy-yeah, rock
    You can tell your **** he can meet me outside (yeah)
    You can babysit him when I leave him outside
    Ain't no other love like the one I know
    I done been down so long, lost hope
    I done came down so hard I slowed
    Honesty forever, all a real **** want
  25. JkXclusive
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Probably my favourite Kung Fu Kenny album in terms of replay value after its predecessor. This one hit the streets like crack when it dropped and still hits. Front to back, back to front, he displays some of his most catchiest and infectious sound of his goated career. Another masterpiece!
  26. daniflag
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    The message behind this album is so important and significant, kendrick, again, bring us a sounds good album with the message he wants to pass with your dinamic flows and speeches.
  27. theegarden222
    Aug 15, 2022
    10
    love when artists create albums w a theme or curated tracklist, not just random songs that don't jive. everything is intentional. n i think kendrick does that rly well.
  28. Markaaau
    Aug 8, 2022
    8
    A very interesting concept of album, seeing Kendrick seeing his life flashing before he’s death builds a great narrative, and listening to it in reverse telling the story from a chronological perspective is a very well made concept, the only problem with this album is that is not as good by itself, some songs fells like fillers and the connection between the songs is as good as otherA very interesting concept of album, seeing Kendrick seeing his life flashing before he’s death builds a great narrative, and listening to it in reverse telling the story from a chronological perspective is a very well made concept, the only problem with this album is that is not as good by itself, some songs fells like fillers and the connection between the songs is as good as other Kendrick projects. But these problems doesn’t take the highlights of this album, DNA., HUMBLE. are bangers and DUCKWORTH. is one of the best storytelling songs I’ve ever listened to.… Expand
  29. MKUltra7
    Jul 17, 2022
    10
    Is it wickedness? Is it weakness? You decide. Are we gonna live, or die? DAMN.
  30. ScissorS666
    Jul 4, 2022
    9
    Kendrick Lamar is god Kendrick Lamar is god Kendrick Lamar is god Kendrick Lamar is god Kendrick Lamar is god Kendrick Lamar is god Kendrick Lamar is god Kendrick Lamar is god
  31. Joffnatic
    Jun 28, 2022
    10
    Top 3 HH albums oat for me right here. This is absolutely perfect, even though many people call it an album with songs that mostly have mainstream appeal. Although HUMBLE is the most played song, it just so happens to be one of my least favourites off this album. My favorite songs are DNA, YAH, ELEMENT, FEEL, PRIDE, LUST, XXX, FEAR, GOD, DUCKWORTH.
  32. DenzelJamie
    Jun 20, 2022
    10
    What happens on earth stays on earth. This is Kendrick Lamar's most spiritual album in his entire discography, and easily his most radio friendly album. "Damn!" is literally my reaction everytime I listen to this masterpiece.
  33. All_ButTrU4
    Jun 7, 2022
    8
    Kdots most commercial album sonically contrast the dense cosmic jazz rap of his game changing opus,"TPAB". It felt very relevant then in 2017 amidst the turmoil of the trump administration, police brutality cases and political landscape post 2016. Unfortunately it's just as relevant now as the transition to the Biden administration proves fruitless and the negligence of the police led toKdots most commercial album sonically contrast the dense cosmic jazz rap of his game changing opus,"TPAB". It felt very relevant then in 2017 amidst the turmoil of the trump administration, police brutality cases and political landscape post 2016. Unfortunately it's just as relevant now as the transition to the Biden administration proves fruitless and the negligence of the police led to more black death. It tackles death, love,money ,ego and so much more with 0 to no effort. The heady "ELEMENT "&"PRIDE" are the nearest we get to the funk of TPAB. Other diverging track's move into fresh yet still familar territory. The searing "DNA" feels like more of a take down than a political anti-colonialism banger it it. "HUMBLE " takes an egotistical look in the mirror as Lamar takes his earned seat at the rap parthenon. His storytelling as always never takes a break from the detached killing in "XXX " or the woozy "YAH" and epic "DUCKWORTH" . A Peabody winning record setting achiever keeps you entertained and thinking throughout ,stays familiar but grows enough to surprise. The production is off the hook. Im so enamoured by this record. Ppl are tempted to critique this record as "not up to par" due to it being less dense or more pop than the previous two albums but that's what draws me to it most. It has it's own personality that sets it apart from it's siblings. Favourites:literally every song… Expand
  34. JamesJennings
    May 31, 2022
    9
    While not as lyrically packed full of messaging as Kendrick's other albums, that may not actually be a bad thing. This is maybe the most or second most accessible Kendrick album, with more than a couple of hits on here. Not one to be missed.
  35. Cyzzyx
    May 18, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. DAMN. Is Kendrick Lamar exploring the duality of his character from wickedness to weakness. Personally, I feel like the strongest part of this project is the songwriting. Kendrick, like his previous projects, masterfully and succinctly describes every theme on the album from front to back, from talking about his lustful ambitions to his fearful weaknesses. However, I feel like that some of the songs on this album are lacking. Some of Kendrick's best bangers are on here like DNA., but some tracks seem a bit derivative to other popular tracks made around the same time. The songwriting talent shines through, but some of the music itself lacks the ambition that makes Kendrick special. Overall a solid and energetic listen, albeit it falls off a bit towards the second half of the project.

    Favorite Tracks: DNA. YAH. ELEMENT. FEEL. PRIDE. LUST. DUCKWORTH.

    Least Favorite Tracks: LOVE. GOD.    … Expand
  36. 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
  37. decwilclay
    May 13, 2022
    8
    ‘DAMN’ - Kendrick kills the commercial aspect of rap whilst also giving us a conscious and amazing album
  38. Bretto66
    May 1, 2022
    10
    From the opening tracks shocking final seconds you are both aghast and transfixed,,,,,for the remaining 53 minutes expect to be totally blown away......this is taking a genre and turning it into high art.....after 3 masterpieces in a row I now think we have confirmation that a new musical genius is in our midst!
  39. garfield7081
    Mar 26, 2022
    7
    "is it wickedness?" is is weakness? you decide. are we gonna live? or die?"
    incredibly written album lyrically, much like kendrick's other work, but lacks in production in a chunk of its tracks.

    best song: pride

    worst song: fear
  40. avatarcash
    Mar 15, 2022
    10
    one of my favorite albums ever. mfs always say **** about how this is his most mainstream, but i hate it when people say that cause this is one of the most amazing rap albums ever recorded. kendrick's storytelling and metaphors are at an all time high, and manages to tell both the story of a man ascending to heaven and a narcissist who gets karma on the same album, while making itone of my favorite albums ever. mfs always say **** about how this is his most mainstream, but i hate it when people say that cause this is one of the most amazing rap albums ever recorded. kendrick's storytelling and metaphors are at an all time high, and manages to tell both the story of a man ascending to heaven and a narcissist who gets karma on the same album, while making it enjoyable for a larger than his other albums. crazy ****… Expand
  41. Macklee
    Feb 23, 2022
    8
    Kendrick explores more pop influenced styles on this record while keeping his experimental and thoughtful edge. Plenty of tracks are compelling and amazing and others (thinking GOD. here) just feel a bit hollow as far as substance, LOVE and LOYALTY being a bit poppy but still enjoyable, even with those issues, kendrick manages to pack in some great tracks (DNA, XXX, HUMBLE, DUCKWORTH, YAHKendrick explores more pop influenced styles on this record while keeping his experimental and thoughtful edge. Plenty of tracks are compelling and amazing and others (thinking GOD. here) just feel a bit hollow as far as substance, LOVE and LOYALTY being a bit poppy but still enjoyable, even with those issues, kendrick manages to pack in some great tracks (DNA, XXX, HUMBLE, DUCKWORTH, YAH etc.) that are some of his best songs to date. This project is a bit scrambled, but when it hits it hits hard.… Expand
  42. CordRafael
    Feb 17, 2022
    10
    perfeito.perfeito.perfeito.perfeito.perfeito.perfeito.perfeito.perfeito.perfeito.
  43. TammyTaste
    Feb 14, 2022
    6
    Great lyrics and story-telling as it is always with Kendrick. However the beats and production falls flat when you compere them with his previous projects. The songs are pretty good for the most part but nothing here really SOUNDS that unique in my opinion.
  44. Burgarking
    Jan 31, 2022
    9
    This album is a nice breath of fresh air as Kendrick tries something new and creates a different type of music than we have seen previously but still being true to what Kendrick as an artist wants to do. The album is full of great exciting songs that make your heart pump but also songs on the other side of the spectrum showing versatility in his work and to the listeners ears as they enjoyThis album is a nice breath of fresh air as Kendrick tries something new and creates a different type of music than we have seen previously but still being true to what Kendrick as an artist wants to do. The album is full of great exciting songs that make your heart pump but also songs on the other side of the spectrum showing versatility in his work and to the listeners ears as they enjoy such good sounds.… Expand
  45. zakier
    Sep 25, 2021
    8
    I feel DAMN. is simultaneously overrated and overrated. On one hand there are people who adulate this album excessively merely because it’s a Kendrick Lamar album, while on the other there’s people who blindly hate on it without trying to understand it. DAMN. shows Kendrick trying to make an album which dives into his psyche, and for that matter the human psyche’s emotions and feelings.I feel DAMN. is simultaneously overrated and overrated. On one hand there are people who adulate this album excessively merely because it’s a Kendrick Lamar album, while on the other there’s people who blindly hate on it without trying to understand it. DAMN. shows Kendrick trying to make an album which dives into his psyche, and for that matter the human psyche’s emotions and feelings. For the most part, he does this well. Tracks like DUCKWORTH, XXX., FEAR., PRIDE., ELEMENT and DNA. are amazing songs with admirable production and meaningful lyrics. BLOOD. and LUST. are good tracks but don’t hit as much as the ones mentioned before. HUMBLE. is in its own category as though I believe it’s above BLOOD. and LUST., it’s radio friendly and slightly shallow meaning is reminiscent of Swimming Pools, and consequently makes me hesitant to praise it too much. YAH. and GOD. are decent at best, some may say mediocre, there’s honestly not too much to say about them. LOYALTY. and LOVE. are definitely regrettable. LOYALTY. is just annoying and obviously engineered for the radio, while LOVE. is soulless, uncharacteristic and is probably the only Kendrick song since 2011 which I’d actually classify as bad. At times, Kendrick also fails to tie in all these ideas together - the album lacks cohesion at times. With that being said, the album is still full of good songs, and the concepts Kendrick explores are impactful and deep. Kendrick should have just fleshed out some ideas more, especially for LOVE. and LOYALTY.… Expand
  46. Codeling
    Sep 8, 2021
    7
    This is a very good album. I loved Feel, DNA and Humble. Some of musical experiments on this weren't really good though.
  47. isidigalfe
    Sep 7, 2021
    9
    top 3 of kdot tbh

    4 years later still amazing

    bangers and some deep songs
  48. 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)
  49. Merciless7231
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    DAMN exemplifies Kendrick Lamar's consistency. This is what rap artistry should aspire to.
  50. 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.
  51. 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
  52. Cumball
    Jul 11, 2021
    9
    Great album, but i can never forget what anthony fantano said about it.....
  53. 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
  54. Ouas
    Apr 21, 2021
    0
    Listen to the Dissection of this album. I have listened to this album back to back multiple times since it's release. The dissection opened my mind up to ways of looking at this album in a different light. Mind blowing.
  55. 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
  56. 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
  57. MARTINCARDENAS
    Apr 10, 2021
    10
    Perfect, a work of art without hesitation. A rich album with liberating expression. Kendrck's best work
  58. 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
  59. 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.
  60. ChunkDump
    Dec 22, 2020
    3
    look im a huuuge Kendrick fan but this was hot garbage to me. i only liked 2 songs from the whole project...
  61. 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.
  62. 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.
  63. 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
  64. 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
  65. Yobyoni
    Nov 16, 2020
    7
    Easily Kendrick's worst album yet. Quite inconsistent and features songs that I genuinely hate (LOYALTY. & LOVE.). Of course, there are some fantastic tracks in here, such as ELEMENT., PRIDE., XXX. & DUCKWORTH. but overall, I have pretty mixed feelings about it.
  66. Lamerson19
    Nov 9, 2020
    8
    This album is a more shallow, popularized version of to pimp a butterfly. It explores all of the same ideas with a sound that Kendrick knew would make him some serious dough. I still think it does a great job addressing the growing racial issues in America with more anger than his previous album. Overall, the anger of this album definitely strikes you and there are may catchy songs on theThis album is a more shallow, popularized version of to pimp a butterfly. It explores all of the same ideas with a sound that Kendrick knew would make him some serious dough. I still think it does a great job addressing the growing racial issues in America with more anger than his previous album. Overall, the anger of this album definitely strikes you and there are may catchy songs on the album that are very enjoyable. Overall, a few misses, but the good definitely outweighs the bad, overall a huge fan.… Expand
  67. LinttaFlamingo
    Sep 30, 2020
    10
    It has been 1 265 days since this absolute chungus of an album was released! :D I love you Mr. Lamar, and I still listen to every song when I decide to listen to the entire album.
  68. Kmi
    Sep 10, 2020
    7
    This is my second review of this album, and I'll start off with saying it hasn't aged that well. I dislike it more than when it came out. Before this album was a 9/10 to me. Now it's a 7. The album's good, with some great tracks like DNA., ELEMENT., and PRIDE., but overall it just doesn't blow you away. With Kendrick's previous efforts, I'm always surprised at how good they are whileThis is my second review of this album, and I'll start off with saying it hasn't aged that well. I dislike it more than when it came out. Before this album was a 9/10 to me. Now it's a 7. The album's good, with some great tracks like DNA., ELEMENT., and PRIDE., but overall it just doesn't blow you away. With Kendrick's previous efforts, I'm always surprised at how good they are while listening for the 2nd, 3rd, or 2235th time. DAMN. gets old quick, but I can still enjoy the tracklist enough to where it's still a good album.… Expand
  69. Milanoo
    Sep 7, 2020
    8
    Seen by some as the worst album in Kendrick's discography, this album shows this artist ability to write a catchy but intelligent track. Definitely not his worst and definitely not his best either, DAMN. proves once again who one of the best lyricist in music is today. Catchy flows, beautiful beats and instrumentals, a wonderful collection of features paired with the uniqueness ofSeen by some as the worst album in Kendrick's discography, this album shows this artist ability to write a catchy but intelligent track. Definitely not his worst and definitely not his best either, DAMN. proves once again who one of the best lyricist in music is today. Catchy flows, beautiful beats and instrumentals, a wonderful collection of features paired with the uniqueness of Kendrick's lyrics and vocals make this album one of the best albums of the last decade.… Expand
  70. 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"
  71. Momoki_02
    Jul 26, 2020
    9
    Another Banger from kendrick, some tracks weren't as good as the others but its still
  72. 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
  73. 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
  74. UrAvgReviewer
    Jun 10, 2020
    10
    DAMN! is an enigmatic album difficult to comprehend to its fullest for those who might be non religious.The subject matter shifts towards the “self” narrative rather than rushing to provide change for the outside world.Incredible album!
  75. sweeterman
    Jun 8, 2020
    10
    3 years later this is arguably one of the best albums ever made.The only problem I have found with people is that they were anticipating the same formula he used on his last LP.For someone who has read the bible whether you are religious or just reading as a form of literature you will understand the masterpiece at work on the album.Contains one of the best lyrical expressions ever by a3 years later this is arguably one of the best albums ever made.The only problem I have found with people is that they were anticipating the same formula he used on his last LP.For someone who has read the bible whether you are religious or just reading as a form of literature you will understand the masterpiece at work on the album.Contains one of the best lyrical expressions ever by a rapper with vivid concepts, storytelling and out of the ordinary rhyming schemes.

    I would suggest visiting dissect podcast’s in-depth review of the album they pretty much covered every aspect of the album.”I can’t sugarcoat the answer for you this is how I feel”
    DAMN.    … Expand
  76. Atum_
    Jun 8, 2020
    7
    When I first watched Anthony "The internet's busiest music nerd" Fantano's review of DAMN. and he gave it a 7, I was shocked. How could he give Kendrick such a low score? Then I realized that it makes perfect sense for a couple of reasons. First of all: the production is a lot weaker compared to his other albums, the story, and overall songs as well. But the biggest thing is that thisWhen I first watched Anthony "The internet's busiest music nerd" Fantano's review of DAMN. and he gave it a 7, I was shocked. How could he give Kendrick such a low score? Then I realized that it makes perfect sense for a couple of reasons. First of all: the production is a lot weaker compared to his other albums, the story, and overall songs as well. But the biggest thing is that this album is not as good as TPAB or GKMC (10s), UU (9) or S80 (8), which means that the only fair score to give this thing is a 7. The production, features, flows, lyrics and concept are all weaker on DAMN. I still like this album quite a bit, but it's nothing compared to the rest of his discography. I hope his next album is great though.… Expand
  77. 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
  78. georgianaeliza
    May 26, 2020
    10
    Um álbum maravilhoso, com letras e sonoridade incríveis, cada vem melhor e mais coeso ,um álbum completo.
  79. Farmermoe
    May 9, 2020
    9
    “What they hear from me make em highlight my simplest lines” Unfortunately, to know the true amazing glory of this album that’s exactly what you have to do. DAMN brilliant. Top 5 Best Tracks: FEAR, DUCKWORTH, FEEL, XXX, PRIDE
    96/100
  80. 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
  81. Dictatorkk
    Apr 20, 2020
    9
    Love this album feels like it gets overlooked due to his other works having more meaning
  82. 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
  83. 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
  84. 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
  85. 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.
  86. Article99
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    Nearly three years later, DAMN. is still a delightfully magnificent album which stands strong in Lamar’s discography.
  87. 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
  88. 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.
  89. Beano_
    Feb 27, 2020
    9
    This album is incredible, Kendrick's lyrical ability is unmatched by any of his piers, this album takes several listens to even understand the full meaning of the lyrics on this album. This album is full of some of the best songs that I've ever heard. Some of these songs are XXX, DUCKWORTH, LUST, PRIDE, and FEAR. There are also a few bangers on this album such as HUMBLE and DNA. Although,This album is incredible, Kendrick's lyrical ability is unmatched by any of his piers, this album takes several listens to even understand the full meaning of the lyrics on this album. This album is full of some of the best songs that I've ever heard. Some of these songs are XXX, DUCKWORTH, LUST, PRIDE, and FEAR. There are also a few bangers on this album such as HUMBLE and DNA. Although, this album does have a few subpar Kendrick songs such as LOYALTY, YAH, and GOD but these songs are by no means terrible or unlistenable. Overall, this album is a masterpiece but not as good as GKMC or TPAB.… Expand
  90. ali1376
    Feb 11, 2020
    9
    great great great great great great great great great great great great great great
  91. GabrielPaz
    Feb 9, 2020
    9
    Inteligente é a palavra pra esse álbum, parece que o Kendrick Lamar sabe usar tudo certinho e meticulosamente pra criar um bom álbum.
  92. Dankill
    Jan 23, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. DAMN. is a great continuation of Kendrick’s genus as he points out that in order to change the world, we must change ourselves first. This album has some bangers and some great slow vibes. Once again Kendrick put out a masterpiece to boost his catalog even more into the stratosphere.… Expand
  93. Martin_dittany
    Jan 23, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Over rated albums every one say its ok but its not good enough.they all media say its good but dont listen… Expand
  94. CactussJackk95
    Jan 23, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing album great art work from kendrick. Most underrated album deserves more credit… Expand
  95. Rbz24
    Jan 22, 2020
    8
    The most punchline-ing album from Kenny, playin with trap beats and changing the tone and agressivity like he only do
  96. NedsonMelo
    Jan 22, 2020
    5
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  97. njaff2386
    Jan 22, 2020
    0
    Trash!!!!!!!!!!!! His fans are toxic and need to grow up. Making multiple accounts to bring ratings down is pathetic
  98. hayaliteori
    Dec 7, 2019
    10
    This is a Classic. When you listen all tracks with lyrics you will understood what i’m saying.
  99. WRCBSi
    Nov 19, 2019
    8
    Awesome Album waiting on the next one. Kendrick Lamar one of the best new artist blowing breathe on the Mic.
  100. lost_to_time
    Nov 3, 2019
    8
    Kendrick is great he shows off good flows,and tells meaningful messages. The production on the album is very good,but not as experimental as his other works. This is probably his most commercial work to date, but great none the less. Totally worth a listen!
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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
  3. Negative: 0 out of 39
  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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