Donda
by Kanye West
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6.5

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  1. barnyardbrandon
    Aug 29, 2021
    5
    A bloated, incohesive, overhyped album with around 2-3 very good songs, comparing this to his older works genuinely hurts.
  2. akumar7
    Aug 29, 2021
    10
    Very Beautiful album. Very good production, expected from Mr West. Only thing i would say is if he left out a few songs and kept maybe 15 of the good songs. I would say it would be top 5 kanye. Other that that it's great, and love it.
  3. MobHogan
    Aug 29, 2021
    7
    Kanye's fighting his own discography at this point. Its not Dark Fantasy, Its not 808's but it has elements of both and any critic can find flaws in this album. It's still good music within the 27 songs, but it's still 27 songs.
  4. bas29
    Sep 5, 2021
    10
    Album of the year!!! every song has something special, excellent balance between collabs everything actually worked pretty well lots of great songs in this album !
    Make up your own Mind!
  5. hermelank
    Aug 29, 2021
    10
    Kanye west made a such magical piece of art work , something to carry for your entire life ❤
  6. ultramercurial
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    mico do ano que nem tudo que esse fracassado já se propôs a fazer durante a carreira imunda dele que é inteiramente escorada em polêmica.
  7. eliezerlanzas
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    El álbum termina siendo genérico y similar a su ultimo proyecto, con intros o diálogos no tan correctos.
  8. liamnow
    Aug 31, 2021
    1
    no good album, everything see it again. No relevant, super lazy. Is not his best album
  9. hausofhonza
    Aug 31, 2021
    6
    This album is like a new journey for Kanye. It kinda has a gospel vibe, but far from being a hit on the radio.
  10. JorgeSooya
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. it really is a ridiculous album, null instrumentals and terrible songs, horror… Expand
  11. ahrens
    Sep 1, 2021
    0
    I’ve been a massive Kanye fan in the past but this project is awful. He used to be the GOAT but he’s just strange now. Not to mention working with a rapist and a homophobe. Gross
  12. HARRYXR
    Sep 1, 2021
    0
    i really don't like it, the vocals and the lyrics doesn't make any sense, really.
  13. frankdl145
    Aug 29, 2021
    0
    Production was amazing. Features were great. Ye's lyrics were a little weak but fit with the album's sound. I was impressed by the album. Not perfect, but I don't think the negative reviews are warranted.
  14. cb61600
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    Horrible and disappointing. This is the worst album that has ever been released.
  15. Robdogg
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    Incredible album that no other artist would be capable of creating. A mix of all his previous albums combined
  16. Amy777
    Aug 29, 2021
    0
    Flat production, almost all track sounds similar. Disappointing after long wait
  17. Ashly
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    Definitely Kayne proves that women in the music industry do a much better job, DONDA doesn't go beyond the basics of the album, it lacks everything, and the fact that she has put so many songs on it makes it terrible.
  18. Looool
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    Unbelievable, could possibly be his best album. I thought the length would be a problem but it made it even better
  19. Alanozz
    Aug 29, 2021
    7
    It really grew on me after listening to it again I will give it a 7 this time
  20. Chilloski
    Aug 29, 2021
    10
    From the concept to the delivery, Donda is a roller coaster of emotions from an artist that dedicated his whole life to one important person, trying as much as he can to reach his mother. This is not just a Kanye album, is a generation of hip hop trying to reach with Kanye a common good.
  21. Johah
    Aug 29, 2021
    10
    Dont find it too long anymore, cant say one song that i disslike on the album. Is it just me but kanyes singing voice is for the first time really nice on this album?!
  22. Emilia0610
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    Works with sexual abusers and homophobes. Shames other people for his misfortunes and behaves like a spoilt child
  23. Fernanmaxi
    Aug 29, 2021
    0
    Another album that really shows us that Kanye should have retired in 2009, What was once a promising artist, today only sins of repetitive and conflicting.
  24. ByronFJ
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    Un álbum sin sentido, con sonidos totalmente diferentes que hacen que no sea cohesivo. La canción del opening es una completa asquerosidad, y que no haya quitado a DaBaby da asco. EL PEOR ÁLBUM DEL AÑO
  25. Kimkardashian21
    Sep 1, 2021
    0
    Grotesque music . I heard it before it was released and I was disgusted. One of the main reason why I divorced him
  26. naomiz
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    Um álbum medíocre, feito por um cara que só ganha buzz em atacar mulheres inocentes e ter uma síndrome de achar que é o dono mundo, mas na verdade n sabe sustentar o marketing do próprio casamento ou a imagem de "filho de Deus", mas o q esperar de uma pessoa como ele??? Nada além de lixo e fãs idiotas que são obcecados pela Taylor Swift
  27. Gabster1324
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    It’s just getting worse as he goes, he’s trying to reinvent himself like many others do and it’s just not clicking
  28. tatthew
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    Dababy??? Marilyn Manson??? this is unforgivable. you don't give visibility to horrible people like that unless you're an **** like them. there's no way to defend **** like that
  29. Comrade_Critic
    Sep 3, 2021
    3
    A bloated mess like the man himself. There was a time where Kanye couldn't miss, but you're lucky if you find 20 good minutes in this 108 minute slog of a release. Sometimes less is more, and these days we could stand to have less Kanye.
  30. konando88
    Sep 1, 2021
    9
    The rollout was predictably messy, the sequencing of the tracks could be better (I think he had more of this right during the first two listening parties), and yes, there could be a few tracks cut (Tell the Vision), but considering the length of the album and some of Kanye's lows in recent years, this is an incredible collection of songs, production, features, and ideas.

    As a Kanye fan    The rollout was predictably messy, the sequencing of the tracks could be better (I think he had more of this right during the first two listening parties), and yes, there could be a few tracks cut (Tell the Vision), but considering the length of the album and some of Kanye's lows in recent years, this is an incredible collection of songs, production, features, and ideas.

    As a Kanye fan from the beginning, I'd easily put Jail, Off The Grid, Hurricane, Praise God, Believe What I Say, Moon, Heaven and Hell, Jesus Lord, New Again, Pure Souls, Come to Life, Ok Ok pt 2, and Jesus Lord pt 2 in the top half of tracks all-time list with some of them going even higher.

    Considering Kanye's standing with the public overall in the past few years (and speaking personally), I understand it being hard to sometimes separate the man's words and actions from the music, but it definitely feels like the divisive reviews of this album have far less to do with the actual music here and more to do with peoples' current feelings on the man himself. That's fair I suppose to some degree, but I feel like with time the consensus on the music and album itself will only grow in estimation.    … Expand
  31. RedmanJ22
    Sep 2, 2021
    10
    Amazing. I honestly love the core songs of the album. (Excluding the Part 2 songs which are really good in there own regard)
  32. Junghova
    Sep 1, 2021
    2
    Outside of moon and hurricane, for an album that is almost 2 hours there sure is alot of garbage. Kanye jumped the shark on this one. Biggest disappointment of 2021 thus far.
  33. LeandroR
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Trash! Offensive! … Expand
  34. VanillaSky96
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    West Sub Ever stays on top fr. Easily album of the year. The album Donda is a deeply personal and moving introspective look at Kanye’s life in its entirety. We haven’t gotten something this personal from Ye since 808. Absolutely incredible album that continues to cement his undeniable legacy. No two songs sound the same on Donda. Thank you Kanye, for this truly amazing work of art.
  35. batnerdbeginz
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    A true masterpiece of creativity. One of Kanye’s greatest achievements. Incredible production and a stunning feature list, this is something you can pick apart and examine for months
  36. jonasclass
    Sep 4, 2021
    10
    Its a Masterpiece. Definitely his best album in years. My favorite tracks are jail, off the grid, jonah, moon, pure soals, come to life, and no child left behind.
  37. ImaginaryCritic
    Aug 31, 2021
    9
    For sure this might be one of the best projects Kanye has dropped since TLOP. I only have one complaint about this album and its the amount of songs it carried. When i saw it I was shocked but it didn’t stop me. I personally loved each track, since i felt each and every one of them in a personal level. The song ‘Tell the vision’ was a little unnecessary since it didn’t fit the theme ofFor sure this might be one of the best projects Kanye has dropped since TLOP. I only have one complaint about this album and its the amount of songs it carried. When i saw it I was shocked but it didn’t stop me. I personally loved each track, since i felt each and every one of them in a personal level. The song ‘Tell the vision’ was a little unnecessary since it didn’t fit the theme of this project. Overall i felt sure that i was satisfied with my opinion.… Expand
  38. planh148
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    I don't usually listen to a Rap album but Donda is truly something else. The emotion packed in the songs is conveyed beautifully through the melody and lyrics.
  39. lyekay1
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    Horrible, horrible album. Genre should change to gospel, 2 good tracks out of 26. Definitely his worst album, there's even a song with a woman saying Donda repeatedly a million times.
  40. thunderboltway
    Sep 1, 2021
    4
    A few songs are decent but they’re still hard to finish. I haven’t listened to Kanye since TLOP - but his last few records must’ve been pretty bad for fans to praise this bs highly - the dated synth sounds all over this thing need a lot of work
  41. luizhenrique212
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    Uma merda assim como tudo o que ele faz! Mto ruim… espero que não lance mais nada
  42. RuidrArt
    Sep 1, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Tan poco necesario sacar un álbum igual al anterior solo por su narcisismo, urge retiro a este pedazo de kk seca Ayyyy me Dondaaaaa ☠️☠️☠️… Expand
  43. mikeymitchell07
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    This album is already among Kanye’s best works. After what many people thought was a slightly disappointing last solo album (Jesus Is King), Kanye has returned to rapping and delivering on all fronts. With a healthy mix of bangers like Junya, Off The Grid and Ok Ok, some deep cuts including Jesus Lord and 24, as well as some romantic slower songs like Lord I Need You and Jonah, this albumThis album is already among Kanye’s best works. After what many people thought was a slightly disappointing last solo album (Jesus Is King), Kanye has returned to rapping and delivering on all fronts. With a healthy mix of bangers like Junya, Off The Grid and Ok Ok, some deep cuts including Jesus Lord and 24, as well as some romantic slower songs like Lord I Need You and Jonah, this album has a bit of everything and Kanye is showing yet again how he can deliver unlike anyone else. Despite being over 2 decades into his musical career, Kanye is still able to put out top-tier music (and grab everyone’s attention in the process).… Expand
  44. Ninjacent
    Aug 30, 2021
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 1st spin of the album, music sound amazing, but nothing really new so far in terms of lyrics. Album seems unfinished, but we could have been waiting months to years for further tweak's.

    Think the rating will improve with spins, Jail & Jesus Lord ,for now as my recommendation    … Expand
  45. robertac
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    Awful sounds , was expecting more There are a quite good lines but everything sounds boring and plane
  46. yungjasper
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Album of the life, sonically the most beautiful album I’ve heard in recent memory
  47. BartlebyScr
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    I like the flow of the record; where some people say it's too long, I say each song is so absorbing, I never want them to end. perfect production as always, each track is a banger. well worth the wait!
  48. r34lest3v3r
    Sep 1, 2021
    7
    The album is good, inspired and varied. Not everything is perfect, and ye is often outperformed by the guests appearing on the record lyrically. Some tracks are a little too rough and some a little too fleshed out. Tell the vision is just **** even as a interlude. However, the majority of the songs are really great, particularly those towards the beginning and the end. A big pickup afterThe album is good, inspired and varied. Not everything is perfect, and ye is often outperformed by the guests appearing on the record lyrically. Some tracks are a little too rough and some a little too fleshed out. Tell the vision is just **** even as a interlude. However, the majority of the songs are really great, particularly those towards the beginning and the end. A big pickup after JIK in my opinion and if worked on, post release, would reach toward a 8 or 9.… Expand
  49. Zmcclaine
    Sep 5, 2021
    10
    Truly a beautiful tribute to his mother Donda West. Every Kanye album is a new sound and this one didn’t disappoint. It’s like a combination of the life of Pablo and Jesus is king and it’s truly incredible. You have typical hits like Hurricane, Off the grid, and Jail. But you also have some beautiful songs like Come to life which in my opinion is one of Kanye’s best songs. And you haveTruly a beautiful tribute to his mother Donda West. Every Kanye album is a new sound and this one didn’t disappoint. It’s like a combination of the life of Pablo and Jesus is king and it’s truly incredible. You have typical hits like Hurricane, Off the grid, and Jail. But you also have some beautiful songs like Come to life which in my opinion is one of Kanye’s best songs. And you have other deep and personal songs like Jesus lord. Overall in the future, I can see this creating a new generation of sound just like 808s and heartbreaks did truly an amazing album.… Expand
  50. joelboy
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    One has to recognize the attempt at reconciliation with the realm of times that we live in that Kanye West is attempting to portray with this album to appreciate the momentous journey Kanye takes us on with Donda. We start off with Jail, the recognition of the prison industrial complex geared toward the incarceration of black men and so begins the cyclical nature of this system (and album)One has to recognize the attempt at reconciliation with the realm of times that we live in that Kanye West is attempting to portray with this album to appreciate the momentous journey Kanye takes us on with Donda. We start off with Jail, the recognition of the prison industrial complex geared toward the incarceration of black men and so begins the cyclical nature of this system (and album)

    The album starts off dark, angry, aggressive with moments of clarity and transitions into the pure beauty and joyfulness of finding God, (as He has always been present throughout the album). The album progresses, shifts, changes, consistently drawing toward the inevitable connection with Jesus through Come to Life and No Child Left Behind, a meditation on spiritual music and the polar opposite tonally with the starting track of Jail.

    Jail Pt. 2 then goes back to the beginning, again, invoking the cyclical nature of both of the incarceration systems, but this time calling out cancel culture and the forgiveness that God invokes by utilizing two "canceled" artists DaBaby and Marylin Manson. This itself becomes a biblical discussion on forgiveness:
    "Threw me out like I'm garbage, huh?
    And that food that y'all took off my table
    You know that feed my daughters, huh? (Mmm) "
    talks about (without taking responsibility for) his words at Rolling Rock, his own jump face-first into cancel culture through his ignorance and horrifically stereotyping of gay men. DaBaby then talks about being a product of the experience of his reality, growing up with drug dealing parents, and a mother who has to make money to keep her kids alive. It's an explanation without an apology, without taking responsibility, but Kanye seems to be saying in the end only God can judge and God will forgive.

    It's Kanye's best album since Yeezus, possibly his third best album after A Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy, a collection of spiritual musings, a journey into the cycle of life, and an explanation of so many things Kanye deals with his mental health issues, connection to God, and His pure creative genius.

    10/10.    … Expand
  51. mooseles
    Aug 29, 2021
    8
    Even with the duds. The gems are so good. If he cut this to 15/16 tracks they would all be upper tier and would be an instant masterpiece. Not a classic but definitely a masterpiece
  52. Matteusz
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda Donda
  53. Jannik110
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Great album, more than I could have dreamed of. So many nice features ass week. Love Hurricane, Jonah, Believe what I say, 24, Moon, Keep my Spirit Alive, No Child Left Behind, but there's a lot of gems on this one. Ye's the true GOAT
  54. Seanna
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    All spectacle and controversy with no substance. Kanye’s inclusion of Marilyn Manson and DaBaby to take advantage of their “scandals” underlies the ignorant noise that’s replaced the genius.
  55. MaxSwiftSpears
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    Nada de reinvención, mismo bodrio, aburrido y sin chiste como toda su discografía.
  56. sergi13
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    This album is just a mess, there are a few good songs but sir, 27 tracks… The tracklist is just all over the place, making difficult to get involved in the project. Most of the collaborations don’t bring anything exciting and there are a lot of skips. The last thing, Ariana Grande is not featured in the title track “Donda”, it’s other girl, so i don’t understand why he didn’t clarifiedThis album is just a mess, there are a few good songs but sir, 27 tracks… The tracklist is just all over the place, making difficult to get involved in the project. Most of the collaborations don’t bring anything exciting and there are a lot of skips. The last thing, Ariana Grande is not featured in the title track “Donda”, it’s other girl, so i don’t understand why he didn’t clarified that, Ariana had to do it yesterday on ig.… Expand
  57. LopezL27
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    Absolutely incredible. You can hate Kanye but you can't deny his Genius. Haven't stopped listening to it since it was released.
  58. YeezusHoops
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Amazing album, cinematic production, fantastic features and lots of varying styles incorporated into the album
  59. Gafanali
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    One of kanye's best albums since the MBDTF era, it's very emotional and unique, a real masterpiece.
  60. DarcenBrandt
    Aug 31, 2021
    8
    This album is great, but its just too long. I'd cut it down to 15 songs max. If that'd be the case it could be a 9 out of 10.

    Zero? Really folks? Classic Liberal Cancel Culture!
  61. Rams35
    Aug 31, 2021
    9
    An album worthy of his late mothers name and a true return to form for mr west.
  62. tdets
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    I actually listened to the album unlike most here. Easily one of Ye’s most fantastic and polarizing projects. Emotionally hard hitting and groundbreaking messages. Good luck drake lol.
  63. torbenschm
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    beautiful production, incredible feature parts and raw emotions on the back end of the record. album of the life!
  64. Thecrazyjoke92
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    Masterpiece! simple as that! people hating whenever god is involved... tragic really
  65. mijijiji
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    Tremenda basura auditiva, ya retírate mierkanye, urge que se sidaj amén, #StreamFolklore
  66. erujabidi
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    i love this album so much and the new age energy it brings. Kanye has done it again with a new addition to his discography, and one that won’t be forgotten for a long time. The listening parties were history with millions of viewers.
  67. dubman
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Donda donda donda donda donda donda donda donda donda donda donda donda DONDA DONDA DONDA
  68. lauts
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    album of the life y’all sleeping
  69. Rachwith93
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Amazing! What a come back for Kanye West. The beats are amazing, the features are great, and Kanye raps some genius bars. Thank you Kanye for the amazing album. Album of the year.
  70. xStoyo
    Sep 2, 2021
    10
    This is Kanye at his best since The Life of Pablo, it has some fillers but the core album is great.
  71. Igorbeatz
    Aug 29, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing Album
    Goated Features
    I Really Enjoyed It At The First Listen
    Hooks Are Great, Flows Are Unique , Production Is On God Tier But The Only Problem With The Album Is Some Of The Lyrics
    Everything Expect From That Are Fantastic

    Most Fav Tracks: No Child Left Behind , Moon , Jail , Jonah , God Breathed , Jesus Lord , 24 , Remote Control , Pure Souls , Heaven And Hell

    Least Fav Tracks: Tell The Vision    … Expand
  72. Jaracev
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    After a hellish wait, Kanye delivers what can only be described as a phenomenal piece of work that almost makes you forget that it took about a year too long to come out, because it somehow still feels worth it.
  73. EsraCetinturk
    Aug 29, 2021
    10
    An album that lives up to expectations. Kanye's music is high quality and beautiful. My favorite songs are off the grid, praise god, hurricane and moon. finally, f**k taylor fans.
  74. PotterHead698
    Sep 2, 2021
    10
    Album truly starts hitting on the 3rd - 4th listen when you have truly taken in the symbolism, the lyrics and message these convey. It’s not just music, it’s art. It should analyzed and evaluated as such. Brilliant work Kanye.
  75. kvalencee
    Aug 29, 2021
    10
    The best album. Es el mejor álbum que ha salido este año. Un año donde la música nada más esta siendo repetitiva con los mismos ritmos y los artistas cada vez pierden sentimiento a la hora de componer y/o publicar algo. Llega
  76. Abdulilah
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Horrible album just bad and has no redemption value is truly one of the worst albums I have ever heard… Expand
  77. Joaoswiftsemens
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Kanye seu racista e homofóbico!!! Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa espero muito que você nasça de novo pq nessa encarnação tu é horrível… Expand
  78. aaedenn
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    Marilyn Manson and DaBaby?!? WTF?!? Kanye is the worst embodiment of a human and it's not even worth a listen.
  79. Kev8o95
    Aug 30, 2021
    1
    The first track gave me optimism but every track after was so poor, auto tune nonsense, still a Kanye badly in need of some sort of intervention
  80. PriestGascoigne
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Obra emocionante e genial que está sendo claramente boicotada pela crítica "especializada"
  81. djvejehcndjfbdj
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    everyone knows that kanye is a f*cking genius. this album is a masterpiece, the only bad thing is that marilyn manson is in it
  82. aizack
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    BUM!!! bombaaaa, esse aí tinha era q se aposentar, velho esquizy ainda levou umonte de bandido pro show dele, tem nem vergonha na cara uma prag@ dessas
  83. Alfonsopersan
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Sh1tnYe should retire and take care of his mental health. Everything he touches perish. It is sad to notice how he has degraded himself to this. The music industry is like this, you should innovate or you’re lost.… Expand
  84. Lttlimpnst1r
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    I find it kinda boring and way too long Wouldn't listen to it again It just doesn't compete with his old work years ago
  85. Davib
    Aug 29, 2021
    10
    valeu a pena toda espera e ansiedade por esse novo álbum do kanye. não temos aqui nenhuma música parecida com seus grandes sucessos anteriores, como "stronger" e "power", mas temos 27 músicas equivalentes à toda a carreira do ye. São música muito bem feitas e pensadas, com destaque especial para "Jesus lord", "heaven and hell" e "Jail". Valeu a pena ouvir vom atenção essa grande obra devaleu a pena toda espera e ansiedade por esse novo álbum do kanye. não temos aqui nenhuma música parecida com seus grandes sucessos anteriores, como "stronger" e "power", mas temos 27 músicas equivalentes à toda a carreira do ye. São música muito bem feitas e pensadas, com destaque especial para "Jesus lord", "heaven and hell" e "Jail". Valeu a pena ouvir vom atenção essa grande obra de arte. Donda é o álbum do ano até o momento!… Expand
  86. artofdianne
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash
  87. liamxsean
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Every song was different. I never felt bored listening to this project. The verses and features were amazing and the symbolism/messages were insane.. if i could rate it 100/10 i would do so.
  88. Athalia
    Aug 31, 2021
    2
    The album is pretentious. This was meant to be a tribute to ye's mother, the namesake, Donda. But instead was just a self-glorification poly. A year of waiting and hyping, the results were disappointing. Postponing and preponing the release just to avoid competition is clear as day. There is no way I did believe the album was released without his approval. Lol he is so scared of drake, IThe album is pretentious. This was meant to be a tribute to ye's mother, the namesake, Donda. But instead was just a self-glorification poly. A year of waiting and hyping, the results were disappointing. Postponing and preponing the release just to avoid competition is clear as day. There is no way I did believe the album was released without his approval. Lol he is so scared of drake, I can't EVEN!!… Expand
  89. LaVaskes
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    Incredible experience of multiple ganres in one package there are some not that great song but when they hit they hit hard
  90. gibson2488
    Aug 29, 2021
    6
    This album could have been an 8, 9 or 10, because so many of the songs sound amazing. But the album is 27 SONGS LONG and 1 song is 11 MINUTES. The album is super bloated and because a that I can't give it anything higher than a 6
  91. Ethanade
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    The music is great, what you think about the artist is completely different to the music itself. **** Marylin Manson tho dk why he’s on this at all tbh.
  92. Creedinho
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Album of the year also **** all the taylor stans giving zero lol its a ten out of 10… Expand
  93. Jelleeh
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    Kanye does it again, another classic under his belt with an amazing and fun rollout.
  94. Thomasyeezy
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    I've been waiting for so long to listen to this album and now that it's finally here I'm sooo happy. Honestly this is Kanye's most sonically beautiful album. Off the grid is SUCH A BANGER MY GAWD.
  95. deme_zap
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    INCREIBLE ALBUM ES MUY APASIONADO Y SI LO ESCUCHAS DE BUENA MANERA, LO SENTIRAS CON EL CORAZÓN 10/10
  96. JosephJack
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    El álbum en general es demasiado plano, una mucho relleno de promedio. Aunque partes de los versos son de lo mejor. No se siente como un trabajo de suficiente calidad
  97. Reng7
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    the worst album ever. don’t stream it it’s not worth it. you will waste your time if you stream it
  98. 0dinanwa
    Aug 30, 2021
    1
    So boring and excessively long. He could've trimmed it down to a reasonable amount and he would have gotten an okay project out of it.
  99. IamReese_
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    Overhyped….literally trash
  100. Sarita_
    Aug 30, 2021
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ngl, Fivio Foreign verse is really good, the only positive thing to come out of this.… Expand
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5
#5 Most Discussed Album of 2021

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Metascore
53

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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