Donda
by Kanye West
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6.5

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  1. lukelikesmusicc
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Most of the hate is from people that think the album is bad because there are some alleged abuses, regardless of that, separating the art from some of the artists (like 1 on 1 song) This is an amazing album. It hits home and is super emotional. WILL TAKE MULTIPLE LISTENS TO UNDERSTAND, there is so much meaning behind each song, this will be a new listening experience and can be superMost of the hate is from people that think the album is bad because there are some alleged abuses, regardless of that, separating the art from some of the artists (like 1 on 1 song) This is an amazing album. It hits home and is super emotional. WILL TAKE MULTIPLE LISTENS TO UNDERSTAND, there is so much meaning behind each song, this will be a new listening experience and can be super enjoyable if you actually make an effort than half listening to it once because you actually miss most of it. I know people that were hating on it but could not even name one feature, give it a chance... You might just fall in love.… Expand
  2. davidaebiffi
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Kanye West delivered a true musical masterpiece of inestimable value. It sounds so mature and I can feel like this is just like Yeezus. It’s just too ahead of its time and when people will get it it’ll be too late. Thank you Ye that’s just what we needed
  3. enbnh
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    This album is not just a simple album, it's a perfect album it's a work of a lifetime. U know i started listening kanye with Yeezus this album was a inspiration for my way of thinking, with Donda i find again this inspiration.
    Now i want to talk about these featuring BRO Playboi Carti is a **** goat on off the grid same for Fivio    This album is not just a simple album, it's a perfect album it's a work of a lifetime. U know i started listening kanye with Yeezus this album was a inspiration for my way of thinking, with Donda i find again this inspiration.
    Now i want to talk about these featuring BRO Playboi Carti is a **** goat on off the grid same for Fivio



    **** drake
    **** drake
    **** drake    … Expand
  4. Simochaker
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    This is the most beautiful album I've ever heard , despite it being nearly 2 hours long when you finish it ur surprised that you think it's short , i have no words literally , Kanye west did it again
  5. Franklin2050
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Truly an incredible album, and no doubt the rightful winner of AOTY.

    Notable songs include; Donda, Come to Life, Jesus Lord, 24 and Believe What I Say.

    Not surprising to see this album is breaking a countless number of records given how great it is.
  6. thekingofh
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    There is a reason why Ye is the GOAT. Amazing album, brings me close to tears
  7. andre_pg
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Takes you on a one and a half hour journey starting with Kanye calling for his mother in the dark and an awesome opening track about him letting loose. The album continues with the best feature parts any of the featured artists ever brought to light and great compositions. After the title track Donda the album takes a break and starts sounding more beautiful and nostalgic but alsoTakes you on a one and a half hour journey starting with Kanye calling for his mother in the dark and an awesome opening track about him letting loose. The album continues with the best feature parts any of the featured artists ever brought to light and great compositions. After the title track Donda the album takes a break and starts sounding more beautiful and nostalgic but also uplifting with more meaningful lyrics reflecting on change in life, religion and family. The album peaks on the track Come to Life with an incredibly gorgeous piano sample and Kanye describing his lowest points to the listener. After a perfect closer track the album leaves you with what feels like a deeper understanding about how religion and his mother, even in the afterlive, helped Kanye keeping up his faith and becoming the man and father he always wanted to be.… Expand
  8. omward567
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    best album I have heard this year for sure. kanye easy hits as 10 rating east
  9. JaytiW93
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Donda opens with a rhythmic chanting of the rappers late mother’s name and sets the tone for an unorthodox, compelling and at times even unsettling journey in to the mind of arguably the 21st centuries most influential artists.

    The project has been a long time coming and faced numerous delays in a campaign that has drawn attention and criticism in equal measure and the added attention has    Donda opens with a rhythmic chanting of the rappers late mother’s name and sets the tone for an unorthodox, compelling and at times even unsettling journey in to the mind of arguably the 21st centuries most influential artists.

    The project has been a long time coming and faced numerous delays in a campaign that has drawn attention and criticism in equal measure and the added attention has not been unwarranted. Donda contains Ye’s largest and most diverse collection and of songs and at times the albums length can feel daunting and the addition of the pt2 remixes can feel a little like an effort to market the rappers upcoming Stem Player (a device which allows users to remix and edit songs on the fly) but no album containing instant classics like Hurricane, Jail, OK OK, Heaven and Hell and the Lauryn Hill sampled Believe What I Say (Kanye’s most dancefloor ready cut since 2016’s Fade) can be considered anything but a 10/10 especially in today’s landscape of albums only serving as a vehicle for Tik Tok targeted singles and lacking substance, Donda has heart, beauty and genuine emotion and is well worth a listen, play around with it, edit the order, cut the songs you choose, do anything just don’t ignore it.    … Expand
  10. Bubba2077
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Some of Kanye's most personal and best work. Roll out was incredible. There is something for everyone to enjoy in this album.
  11. Oluwafemi
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Something different from the norm, Kanye once again breaking barriers. his best work since TLOP. Loved every bit of the album. 10/10
  12. Blinkangels182
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Some absolute feels although out this album. From start to finish I don’t feel the need to skip an entire track.
  13. hassouss
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    The production is very good, Kanye’s use of organ and gospel beats in the more gospel-y songs is very good, and the rap and drill aspect is equally very good. We saw a phenomenal feature from Fivio, and a strong verse from DaBaby, unlike anything he’s ever previously done. Other features have performed very well, such as Travis, Roddy, and Cudi. The only song I wasn’t a fan of was Tell TheThe production is very good, Kanye’s use of organ and gospel beats in the more gospel-y songs is very good, and the rap and drill aspect is equally very good. We saw a phenomenal feature from Fivio, and a strong verse from DaBaby, unlike anything he’s ever previously done. Other features have performed very well, such as Travis, Roddy, and Cudi. The only song I wasn’t a fan of was Tell The Vision. Most of the bad reviews are due to the people not liking Kanye as a person, or due to his beef with Taylor and Drake.… Expand
  14. Ethan1gk
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    One of his greatest albums. Haters will hate the media hates him is deranged about this new album
  15. DrMemes
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    This is not an album of dance tracks. Many of the tracks do not even feature any sort of discernible beat. I would say that it is a sonically accurate way to represent what I personally felt when my father passed away: as if the back track of the world had ceased and there was little rhyme or reason to everything. and I was not even as close to him as he was to his mother - the albumsThis is not an album of dance tracks. Many of the tracks do not even feature any sort of discernible beat. I would say that it is a sonically accurate way to represent what I personally felt when my father passed away: as if the back track of the world had ceased and there was little rhyme or reason to everything. and I was not even as close to him as he was to his mother - the albums namesake. Instead, there are droning organs giving a sense of church service - there is mourning interjected with moments of joy at the glory of just being alive and gratitude for the creator and bursts of posturing. This is not an album for someone looking for bangers - tho there are a few. This is not music meant for post modern nihilistic sentiments - hope is the prevailing message. Ignore the negative press surrounding specific features. It makes thematic sense to have Dababy and Manson. Not a record for everyone but its worth exploring at least once to listen to an artist unlike any of their contemporaries bare his truth.… Expand
  16. Pedrozanin
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Álbum que expressa bem os sentimentos de sua vida a surra na juliette que não é artista
  17. RicarDoom
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Powerful album, not for everyone and it's ok no to like it but it's so inspirational and beautiful.… Expand
  18. mbadelaide
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    AMAZING MUSIC. Kanye is the GOAT! This album is literal experience on so many levels. You cry, you jam out and you fell euphoric. The production on this project is literally more that amazing and is insanely unmatched by any other artist. I think this could be one of Ye’s best work. Kanye is a genius with suck amazing talent, making music that literally alters every single emotion in aAMAZING MUSIC. Kanye is the GOAT! This album is literal experience on so many levels. You cry, you jam out and you fell euphoric. The production on this project is literally more that amazing and is insanely unmatched by any other artist. I think this could be one of Ye’s best work. Kanye is a genius with suck amazing talent, making music that literally alters every single emotion in a person. This is also a beautiful tribute to his mother!!… Expand
  19. yungcola
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Incredible collection of songs. From jail to off the grid to keep my spirit alive to come to life, this album is FILLED with instant classics. Seeing the super low ratings have to only be a product of Kanye having Marilyn Manson and Dababy on the album. Don’t let external factors cloud your judgement, this album is incredible.… Expand
  20. Allie5
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    I enjoyed whole album experience aparat of tell the vision which is miss for me.
  21. Fantonto
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Gracias Kanye, muy cool Escuchar moon y come to life es lo mejor que me ha pasado en meses, que bonito suena el AOTY
  22. Poseidon528
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Sonically this is another style that ye pursues. Tracks here fulfill all tropes a rap album needs to fulfill while still pushing the constraints of music as Kanye always does
  23. CJack8
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    What an album. The pinnacle of artistry in the generation, pushed though a genre-bending experience.
    As you can tell by the score distribution, the album is polarizing, however the run from Jail to Ok Ok; might be the best 7-song-string on any album ever.
  24. Iliamerk
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Honestly I think Donda is fire. Jail, God Breathed, Off the Grid, Praise God, Ok Ok, Junya, Moon, Heaven and Hell, Keep my Spirit Alive, Jesus Lord with Jay Electronica, Tell the Vision, Lord I Need You, Pure Souls, No Child Left Behind. All great songs. How can you not like these songs?

    Love the choir sound, the emotional energy, the organ and piano melodies. Partial critics upset at    Honestly I think Donda is fire. Jail, God Breathed, Off the Grid, Praise God, Ok Ok, Junya, Moon, Heaven and Hell, Keep my Spirit Alive, Jesus Lord with Jay Electronica, Tell the Vision, Lord I Need You, Pure Souls, No Child Left Behind. All great songs. How can you not like these songs?

    Love the choir sound, the emotional energy, the organ and piano melodies. Partial critics upset at features because of their political stance show how unfairly rated the album is.

    And I cannot sell my soul!    … Expand
  25. Poopybutt123
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    DONDA IS a masterpiece regardless of the controversy surrounding it. I enjoyed listening to it in its entirety, finally something that's not all about sex, money, and drugs. The album is a cultural reset that will influence generations for many years to come.
  26. KendrickYe
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    The Taylor and Drake stans will never win. Ye will always make the best music.
  27. Lalenques
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    This is going to be the best HIp Hop album of 2021 and, at least for me, this is a top 5 Kanye project.
  28. junkboi709
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Another album that's way ahead of it's time, only 2 skips (first track, Tell the Vision) out of 27 tracks, other than that, this album shows that Ye still got it.

    So many good tracks, Jail, God Breathed, Off The Grid, Hurricane, Praise God, Jonah, Ok Ok, Junya, BWIS, 24, Remote, Moon, Heaven n Hell, KMSA, Jesus Lord, New Again, LINY, Pure Souls, Come to Life, NCLB.
  29. bezzihanks
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    this album had an amazing rollout and absolutely excellent addition to kanyes discography
  30. Jjgonzalez1005_
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    DONDA is an absolute masterpiece and here's why. Firstly, it captures the stages of grief Kanye has expressed while dealing with his mothers' death. Second, once again Kanye brings the best out of the features, to the extent where a couple of them have one of if not the best verse of their career so far. Thirdly, Kanye consolidates his position as a GOAT in the industry by being able toDONDA is an absolute masterpiece and here's why. Firstly, it captures the stages of grief Kanye has expressed while dealing with his mothers' death. Second, once again Kanye brings the best out of the features, to the extent where a couple of them have one of if not the best verse of their career so far. Thirdly, Kanye consolidates his position as a GOAT in the industry by being able to excel in different genres of music (rap, drill, pop, gospel, to mention a few present in DONDA). Finally, DONDA reflects how Kanye disregards everything the media and general public tries to "cancel". He finds the best out of artists like DaBaby and Marilyn Manson, which have definitely acted very wrongly in the past. However, he disregards it at he knows their artistic potential (aiming to pardon everyone and get them closer to God). And by the way, this is MY opinion. I still have mixed feelings about these two on the album, but I've tried to ignore their actions and focus on their ART.… Expand
  31. Bluwrld
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Great album with some great features. Good subject matter as well.

    I’m glad he performed the listening parties with the album, a nice way to interact with the fans, and give them the music before the official release. Very excited for his next work.
  32. Coolsauce23
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    An amazing and deep layered album about Kanye’s mother, his family and his journey with god and faith.
  33. TheMessiah10
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    No misses on this album! Maybe three songs that aren’t my type, but the songs aren’t bad per se! Overall I enjoyed the album. My favorites were; Jail, Off the grid, Hurricane, Praise God, Believe what I say, Remote Control, Moon, Jesus Lord, Heaven and Hell, Jail pt2 and Jesus Lord pt.2
  34. isabelalaaa
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Seriously one of his best drops, is absolutely art. We are so grateful for blessing our ears like this
  35. MFDAMN
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    A variety of energetic , deep and at some points dark songs that make the 108 minutes worth it, excellent vocals, production and lyrics, in my opinion it is the album of the year

    For DONDA
  36. Aflades
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    A triumphant return to form and perfecting of previous album styles that is used to pay homage to his late mother and creating an album she would have liked from Ye
  37. Stewy214
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    The most beautiful album I’ve ever heard . A long album but the music and lyrically just incredible . Suggest listening through the whole LP
  38. jordiing
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    it’s the best album of all time, the songs, the history, the lyrics… all.
  39. Grakotaco
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Best album of the year, greatest artist ever lived. Donda album is a masterpiecie, is a piece of art. 10 out of 10
  40. jesusgogar
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    the bad reviews are from non-professional journalists,
    who do not know how to separate the artist from his work
  41. Miguelvan42
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Un disco donde Kanye West nos deja entrar a su alma retorcida y todos sus problemas personales a traves de los años. Un encuentro con Dios cara a cara par culminar con la asunción al cielo con No Child Left Behind.
    Definitvamente: A R T E.
  42. IOAD
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Delightfully mellow, mesmerizing beats: a beautiful, beautiful album which if it was twice as long again it would be well worth the listen. Lyrically rich and tempered. This is Kanye at a new level of beauty and peace.
  43. ricmusic
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    This album is unlike anything we´ve heard from Kanye up to this point. Yandhi from 2018 seems to fully take form as DONDA, the album dedicated to Donda West. The album contains levitating beats, drill music, gospel music, hard rap, melodic vocals and anything you´ve ever heard on a Kanye album. There is a bit of Kanye for everybody. This is one of Kanye´s best albums ever.
  44. Dfour
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Album was worth the hype. Happy of the progression that kanye has made since JIK. You can tell of the effort and commitment he made on this album. I was very impressed that for an album with 27 tracks it flowed very smoothly! Highly recommended for all kanye fans!
  45. Sminnitte18
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Masterpiece gonna be polarizing at first like every Kanye album but this is gonna be up there with dark fantasy as his best in a few months - years just will take people time to realize it… Expand
  46. OhioBlu
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Absolutely stellar, I thoroughly enjoyed every song on this album. Donda Chant establishes a dark tone of Kanye desperately calling out to his mother for help into the void more than a decade after her death. Ye has been through dozens of controversies and undoubtedly has cried out to his mother, who was the most important person in his life, when nobody else was there. The album continuesAbsolutely stellar, I thoroughly enjoyed every song on this album. Donda Chant establishes a dark tone of Kanye desperately calling out to his mother for help into the void more than a decade after her death. Ye has been through dozens of controversies and undoubtedly has cried out to his mother, who was the most important person in his life, when nobody else was there. The album continues building upon this theme as Kanye finds purpose and confidence again through music and God. However, many songs depart from this and instead give us a glimpse into what’s going on in his life right now—the divorce, being “off the grid” with the black imagery and masks, general gospel songs.

    Some critics say the album name didn’t make sense. He doesn’t have to talk about Donda in every single track because that’s what the title says. Rather, his mom appears in a few tracks, symbolic of her continuing to support Ye from Heaven but not in the same way as if she were still alive. Amazing how many people are trying to drag down this album because of the recent controversies. Nobody on this planet could legitimately believe this project was a 0/10. Pretty sad, but you can’t stop Ye from winning—check the streaming numbers if you disagree!    … Expand
  47. Minty777
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    An absolute masterpiece from beginning to end, from the production to the features, one of the best albums I've heard, top 3 Kanye for sure
  48. tylerhaworth
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Amazing. Although some aspects were messy, the highs were astronomical. Hoping that the mixing and mastering is cleaned up at a later time similarly to TLOP.
  49. cwneji
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Craziest rollout ever, with a body of work to match the hype. 27 tracks, no skips.
  50. Henrambe
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Simply a beautiful album with 0 skips every song has a unique quality that makes it so interesting to listen to.
  51. Huicho
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It was great. I like it a lot. It has very high moments and very few low moments, probably the only problem with the album is it’s length and arrangement. The second version of Donda was its best, but the music itself is very good.… Expand
  52. Butt69
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    I love it. The only thing I didn't like is jail pt.2 and Jesus is lord pt.2 I think the album should have ended after no child left behind. But still love it.
  53. adengfx
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Donda is an amazing album, yes, in some cases features are carrying songs but why is that necessarily a negative thing? Just showcases Kanye's ability to produce and collaborate with some of hip-hops biggest artists, whilst creating many good songs on his own where he shines.

    Almost every song is a 8/9 out of 10, some filler exists, yes, but expected from an album that is 27 tracks long.

    If I had to pick a few negatives from this album, I would say it's probably two songs featured on this album, Remote Control and Tell The Vision, there was no need for a Pop Smoke song that clearly was just a poorly ripped acapella from his latest album, apart from that I believe it is his best work yet.    … Expand
  54. Benjammer
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Album is amazing. So many good tracks. There is only 1 or 2 tracks that are possibly skips for me, but even then they aren't that bad. Will be listening to this for a long time.
  55. Isaacw
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    DONDA isn’t just an album, it’s a cultural reset, a reason to breathe, an escape from this cruel world filled with thieves. It’s art, the first gift you open on christmas, a hug from a loved one, everything you’ve ever wanted, everything you need.
  56. paulorobertodas
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    10 years from now people will stop **** and realize the musical geniuses of these songs. Nuff Said.
  57. typross
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    I've noticed most of the professionals forgot to mention the music instead highlighted the allegations of one of the features, I personally do not think thats how you professionally review music/sound. This album has one of the highest levels of quatily that Ye has released, along the side of both MBDTF and TLOP. Each track feels new and fresh, starting off with Jail; starts off with anI've noticed most of the professionals forgot to mention the music instead highlighted the allegations of one of the features, I personally do not think thats how you professionally review music/sound. This album has one of the highest levels of quatily that Ye has released, along the side of both MBDTF and TLOP. Each track feels new and fresh, starting off with Jail; starts off with an amazing guitar that makes you feel like you're at a stadium along the crazy hook and one of the best verses I've heard all year from his throne partner Jay Z. I'm not gonna review each track on here but I do believe after more listening I might consider this to be one of his greatest projects, the way Kanye influences his features and how Ye takes influence from the features to creat the perfect sound/track, it is truly amazing how good of a musician/artist Ye is and it's sad how all of this is overlooked over one feature's "allegations".
    One of the biggest negatives of the album is the how many tracks there are on this album but that could also be a positive depending on your preferences. Favorite Tracks: Jail/ God Breathed/ Off The Grid/ Hurricane/ Praise God/ Jonah/ Ok Ok/ Junya /Moon / Heaven and Hell/ Keep My Spirit Alive/ Pure Souls/ Come to Life/ No Child Left Behind

    Skips: Tell The Vision/Lord I Need You

    Highlighted Features: Jay Z/ Playboi Carti/ Fivio Foreign/ The Weeknd/Don Toliver/ Kid Cudi/ Roddy Rich/ Griselda

    Overall review: 9.3/10

    - I recommend this to anyone who is loves music or rap. - I don't recommend to anyone gets offended by religion or who gets bother with the fact that Marilyn Manson helped with Jail 2.    … Expand
  58. waaxiu
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Kanye has mixed performance art with his music to create an entire experience with this album. No matter the controversies, this album is one to remember. The haters are disproven already by the countless records this album has broken. The Ye we love has delivered us another beautiful and holy piece of art. Amen.
  59. Jonoftherow
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    This album is what Jesus is king should have been the critics here didn't even listen to the whole album sad to see that they slander such a good album there is no way in hell this is worse than jik.
  60. Scrappypa
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    A lot of mixed feelings but álbum delivered.
    Only thing bad from this album is the cover art. It feels complete and really well produced
  61. manuel2001
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    donda donda donda donda donda donda donda donda donda donda donda donda donda donda
  62. swhalls
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O MAIORAL, AVISA!!! O MELHOR DO KANYE #MINHAOPINIAO
    fod4 demais, a presença do the weeknd, travis scott, playboi carti, etc..    … Expand
  63. Raterofmusic96
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    For this album, Kanye seeks to invoke a variety of emotions from the audience. From the tracklist, gospel themed influences, and controversial feature list, this album could almost objectively be viewed as a culmination of his artistic journey throughout the years.
  64. AL27
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Finding positive aspects of Donda is not difficult at all. The mixing is well-done and this is an album that is pleasant to listen to. The numerous featured artists are something to marvel at. Sometimes it can feel like artists are piled onto albums as features and it can be a bit nauseating. With Donda, though, this feels more calculated and planned out.

    A few pitfalls can be found with the ordering of the tracks. At times, the sequence of songs feels a bit disjointed, but this isn’t something that has a detrimental effect.    … Expand
  65. baru
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    an album worth your time. imagine tlop but it’s the life of kanye instead.
  66. Nikogj98
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    One of the best albums of this year. Very well produced and mixed. Kanye out did the expectations the roll out was great.
  67. Simbathadon
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    Man ... this is the album of the life You can't be listening to Hurricane and say you're not moved by it
  68. CalebWest
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    Without a doubt this is a classic album. Many will say it’s “too different” or “weird” just like they did with 808’s and Yeezus, but wait a year or so and it’ll be right up there with the pinnacle Kanye albums.
  69. itsyandhi
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    Donda, his tenth album by ye, is one of his most complete projects that he has carried out throughout his musical career, it is possibly ahead of his time, but it is stupid for them to criticize an album entirely just for a collaboration, really what the magazines do not capture the message that kanye is transmitting to us, as this album still carries the theme of religiosity, one of itsDonda, his tenth album by ye, is one of his most complete projects that he has carried out throughout his musical career, it is possibly ahead of his time, but it is stupid for them to criticize an album entirely just for a collaboration, really what the magazines do not capture the message that kanye is transmitting to us, as this album still carries the theme of religiosity, one of its messages is that God forgives everyone for our sins, no matter what you have done in the past, the fact is that this album carries fragments of his previous projects.… Expand
  70. ostapthecreator
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    Аn album that allows us to feel close to God, full of unexpected guests and the thoughts we need
  71. globgalagob
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    i am the globglogabgalab ye is the goat drake is cringe i hate tommyinnit hes a dad
  72. dondaisa10
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    Donda is a future classic, and Kanye West is the GOAT. Every song on this album is at least an Eight.
  73. dennissan_
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    Great musical experience. Definitely on par with other ye albums such as tlop and yeezus.
  74. CAPPYCAPPCAP
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    Kanye has some of the greatest albums in hip hop history and this just adds to the collection, it is the type of album you sit back and enjoy for the experience.
  75. CanUBe
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    Message to all those people giving zero before actually listening to this piece of art, swiftly get a life
  76. Oscar533
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    He do well with his production I wouldn't compare it with college dropout or graduation mbdtf but it goes to shows he's consistency with trying new things am tired of the gospel albums but I hope he gets back to the creative kanye we all grew up on This albums production is off world and those criticized will realize it 5 or 10 yearsfrom now they said the same think about about 808s andHe do well with his production I wouldn't compare it with college dropout or graduation mbdtf but it goes to shows he's consistency with trying new things am tired of the gospel albums but I hope he gets back to the creative kanye we all grew up on This albums production is off world and those criticized will realize it 5 or 10 yearsfrom now they said the same think about about 808s and heartbreak but every new school rapper today will tell you they drain inspiration from 808s from Xxxtacion,Lil uzivert to juice world playboy Carti name it I think he sees the bigger picture than we do maybe we missed the point of. Why he did it all disorganized but he always has a reason… Expand
  77. adtjha
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    When I first heard the album, I was like it's good, but not that good ! But after listening it for a couple of times, I am just in love with this album !, I think this might be the best work kanye has ever put out, among all his other albums !
  78. JayFoster
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    It’s an unforgettable experience. Beautiful and confusing like a Picasso painting. It does not follow any rules or aim to please any critic and for that reason it’s perfect.
  79. KSG117
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    His best work since Pablo, incredible audio experience. He killed it with this one
  80. spamme8767
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    Its good album. Idk where all the hate is coming from but it is unwarranted and biased.
  81. scoopittypoop
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    Don't listen to the Drake and Taylor bots, or the woke critics, this album is fantastic and was 100% worth the wait. Kanye remains goated
  82. ddddd55555
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    Kanye's best album since Yeezus offers something for every Kanye fan, regardless of your favorite "era." There are clear hit songs like Jail, Hurricane, Off the Grid, and Remote Control, but less stream-friendly songs like Come to Life and Lord I Need You bring the album and theme together. Despite not saying a word about the album's release on social media or to the tens of thousands ofKanye's best album since Yeezus offers something for every Kanye fan, regardless of your favorite "era." There are clear hit songs like Jail, Hurricane, Off the Grid, and Remote Control, but less stream-friendly songs like Come to Life and Lord I Need You bring the album and theme together. Despite not saying a word about the album's release on social media or to the tens of thousands of fans who showed up for his 3 listening parties, the Donda rollout was one of the best and most memorable of his career. Kanye never left his throne, but it certainly feels like he's sitting back on it more confidently than he has in years.… Expand
  83. ryanhxyes
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    Ignore what everyone says and listen to it for yourself, this album is pure, unsolicited perfection.
  84. leonardofrazzon
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    An amazing album, made for the fans. Kanye is not trying to please critics here, and i like that. For me is the best album released this year, there are not many low points (what is impressive in a 27 song LP) and the high points are truly memorable and beautiful.
  85. Mattboehm
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    Album is perfect. People voting against are swifties and/or drake stans. Actually listen and appreciate the record — don’t just rely on the interviews of others.
  86. CedricTomlinson
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    Beautiful album, really shows you most critics don't know what theyre talking about.
  87. ragersolodolo
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    Some of Kanyes best work in a while. A combination of JESUS IS KING and The Life of Pablo. It is an ever changing experience. Jail is easily one of Kanyes greatest intros, a rock anthem accompanied by smooth vocals from Jay Z. Off The Grid offers an evil and British Drill Rap beat switch that sees Fivio Foreign and Kanye West go head to head. While the albums singing can get repetitive bySome of Kanyes best work in a while. A combination of JESUS IS KING and The Life of Pablo. It is an ever changing experience. Jail is easily one of Kanyes greatest intros, a rock anthem accompanied by smooth vocals from Jay Z. Off The Grid offers an evil and British Drill Rap beat switch that sees Fivio Foreign and Kanye West go head to head. While the albums singing can get repetitive by the back end of the album, it sees some of Kanyes best singing to date.… Expand
  88. tdavie
    Sep 2, 2021
    10
    I’ve not been a great fan of Kanye’s last few albums but I’ve listened to this one a lot. Really enjoyed it. Some bangers and the rest is very atmospheric
  89. dondachant2006
    Sep 2, 2021
    10
    Amazing album all throughout. Completely lived up to expectations and it exceeded the hype too. Interested to see the direction in which kanye will continue his career in :)
  90. corb
    Sep 2, 2021
    10
    This so amazing **** everyone that’s hating bruh THEY NEED TO STFU TBH GOD DAMN GO LISTEN TO LAYLOR SWFIT FOR **** SAKE GOD DAMN IM TIRED OF HEARING YALL, I DONT EVEN HATE TAYLOR THAT MUCH BUT YOU GUYS WITH YOUR GAY ASS ****ING FAN CAMS BRUH, JUST ENJOY HER MUSIC WITHOUT EATING HER OUT WITH THE ****ING EDITS
  91. Kulaid
    Sep 2, 2021
    10
    Honestly this album is a 8/10 but taylor and drake fans giving it 0/10 make me give it a 10/10
  92. Harrux
    Sep 2, 2021
    10
    Kanyes return to success. A lengthy album with bangers and beautiful tracks the themes of religion, forgiveness and the loss of a loved one give this album true character
  93. gruffjewel
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Bloated has a couple songs that could be axed and it would make the album more cohesive and better. Luckily the good outweighs the bad, but its far from kanye's best
  94. keiseprewitt
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    this album grows on you the past few days it’s gone from a light 5 to a strong 9/10
  95. lolalaloo
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    This is a fantastic album and like Kanye has said it himself, it is the album of life. All of the songs in this album represented the conflict that he has got through the beats, the verses. The long ending can be used as a tool for the listener to contemplate about their life. Those who call this a half-done album are those who cannot enjoy masterpiece. Those who call that this album isThis is a fantastic album and like Kanye has said it himself, it is the album of life. All of the songs in this album represented the conflict that he has got through the beats, the verses. The long ending can be used as a tool for the listener to contemplate about their life. Those who call this a half-done album are those who cannot enjoy masterpiece. Those who call that this album is trash are those who have no taste in music.… Expand
  96. ellgthompson
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    THE FUUCKKINGG BEATS ON THIS THING. best produced album of the year for sure, at times this album just makes you feel like you're transcending. any album that runs 27 songs long is going to struggle with consistency but the low points are so few and far between its not an issue (the pop smoke feature/song i think should just be removed for example) Donda is the BEST SOUNDING hiphop albumTHE FUUCKKINGG BEATS ON THIS THING. best produced album of the year for sure, at times this album just makes you feel like you're transcending. any album that runs 27 songs long is going to struggle with consistency but the low points are so few and far between its not an issue (the pop smoke feature/song i think should just be removed for example) Donda is the BEST SOUNDING hiphop album of the year for sure!
    if you're upset because of the features on jail2 just dont listen to it? honestly its one song SKIP IT.    … Expand
  97. Tannie_t0ssie
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    This was my first Kanye rollout. Even if the mixing is not perfect, I can workout to like 7 songs on the album, other 7 I can cry to, and the rest I can vibe to. All songs I don't like is junya, tell the vision, and donda chant.
  98. Marythelistener
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Masterpiece. Different from what we are used to ear. The album is a trip from the first to the last song.
  99. Wanesta
    Dec 28, 2021
    10
    There are multiple reasons why Donda should be considered a modern masterpiece. First off, Kanye bears his soul completely and shares his most vulnerable side yet to the harsh public. Following My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy's footsteps, it seems that every time Kanye West faces an extremely difficult time in his life (his highly-publicized divorce after 6 years with Kim Kardashian,There are multiple reasons why Donda should be considered a modern masterpiece. First off, Kanye bears his soul completely and shares his most vulnerable side yet to the harsh public. Following My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy's footsteps, it seems that every time Kanye West faces an extremely difficult time in his life (his highly-publicized divorce after 6 years with Kim Kardashian, recent political disturbing revelations, an everlasting feud with Drake, etc.), he hides for a few months under a rock and comes out with a record to not only change the shift of rap but the music industry as a whole. This time, he's grieving the devastating death of his mother that still stings to this day after nearly a decade. Secondly, in true Kanye fashion, the rapper brings a near-perfect list of collaborators from the hypnotic Abel Tesfaye to the controversial Marilyn Manson, also with a surreal cameo of Kanye longtime friend and best man, Jay-Z. From the very first calling of Ye's mother to the last seconds of "No Child Left Behind", we can hear an astonishing variety of sounds and verses brought by many different stars. Finally, Kanye's creative mind and undeniable faith build a breathtaking world for us to explore every listen. It's therapeutic, metaphoric, and reflective. An important slept-on classic that will receive recognition years later.… Expand
  100. dinodino
    Sep 4, 2021
    10
    A return to greatness for Kanye. The highs on this album are some of the best things Kanye has put out in a decade. Jesus Lord, Off The Grid, Come To Life, Heaven and Hell, Lord I needed you are all top tier Kanye songs.
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 19
  3. Negative: 1 out of 19
  1. musicOMH.com
    Sep 3, 2021
    60
    Though this isn’t a complete comeback, frustrated Kanye fans certainly have more grounds for optimism after this record than they did before it.
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  2. AllMusic
    Sep 2, 2021
    60
    Donda isn't without its highlights, but taken as a whole, it's both confused and confusing.
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  3. HipHopDX
    Sep 2, 2021
    62
    There are times where Kanye recaptures the magic of his golden years. ... But there just isn’t enough good here to look past the flaws. The final result is a collection of songs with little binding energy other than a vague Gospel through line, which runs across the tracklist — chaotic like The Life Of Pablo but devoid of the magic.
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