Donda
by Kanye West
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6.5

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  1. cryingbix
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    wakala his worst album im boredd zzzzzz
    kanye wezzzzzt
    anyways drake is better than him, xoxoxo
  2. Johnnypete91
    Aug 30, 2021
    3
    Very cluttered and not worth the wait. I was hoping this album was a lot better. There were a few songs that were decent but overall Kanye’s worst album as a whole.
  3. LuiEv
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    "If enough people say it others will follow and believe it too" Kanye West brings nothing new to the table but because of his marketing, most people seem keen to believe he is a genius when he is nothing of that sort. DONDA is a total failure musically speaking, so much so that the only way to make this album worth talking about is to have a bunch of morally and ethically questionable"If enough people say it others will follow and believe it too" Kanye West brings nothing new to the table but because of his marketing, most people seem keen to believe he is a genius when he is nothing of that sort. DONDA is a total failure musically speaking, so much so that the only way to make this album worth talking about is to have a bunch of morally and ethically questionable people in it. Long gone are the days where Kanye West cared more about the music rather than staying relevant. Would DONDA really be what it is if it wasn't for Kanye's antics and controversies? No, the answer is no. DONDA is mediocre at best and in a few months no one will remember a single song from this album. It's also sort of sad that the one album named after his mother, is the one that shows how empty and self centered Kanye West is. DONDA is an album meant to entertain but not musically speaking and that is how Mr. West decided the album to be. 27 songs and not a single song worth listening more than once. DONDA is defenitely the most overrated album of recent years. Hopefully next time West decides to put an album he thinks about the music rather than his marketing strategy to make people believe through mere spectacle that his album is worth listening to. Do yourself a favor and skip every single song on this album and instead stream My Beautiful Twisted Dark Fantasy.… Expand
  4. dookieboy
    Aug 30, 2021
    9
    Pretty much enjoyed every single track on the album except for tell the vision. I don't get the point of it, especially when it's basically just a piano version of the actual track off of Pop's album, but censored. Just sounds odd.

    I don't really count the pt. 2s. For me, the concept of the album ends at No Child Left Behind, which makes sense given that his last 2 listening events ended    Pretty much enjoyed every single track on the album except for tell the vision. I don't get the point of it, especially when it's basically just a piano version of the actual track off of Pop's album, but censored. Just sounds odd.

    I don't really count the pt. 2s. For me, the concept of the album ends at No Child Left Behind, which makes sense given that his last 2 listening events ended with it as well. The pt. 2s feel more like deluxe material to me but given Kanye's attitude towards everything, he's not gonna do anything of the sorts so he just put them at the end of the actual album.

    It doesn't just sound amazing though, it's also a very touching and deserving tribute to his late mother Donda, who'd be very proud of her son's work here. He can make you jump with excitement to songs like Jail or Off the grid but then also drag you down to the reality of life with songs like Lord I Need You and Come to Life (which is a song that gets me every time lol).

    My favorite songs off the album altogether are Jail, God Breathed, Off The Grid, Hurricane, Praise God, Believe What I Say, 24, Remote Control, Moon, Heaven and Hell, Donda, New Again, Lord I Need You, Pure Souls and Come to Life. So basically almost the entire LP, which is leaps and bounds ahead of his last release, Jesus is King. As much as I want to, I can't give it a 10. But if I can't do that, then it's definitely a 9 to me. Everyone I've talked to, who's listened to the album, likes a number of tracks and they all differ. Everyone likes a different number of songs and that's great because it shows that it's not aimed at 1 type of listener    … Expand
  5. gagaqueenofrap
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. adding sexual abusers and homophobes to your album and era is a new low. a sad attempt from a faded star. check yourself.… Expand
  6. username1900310
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    Terrible. Compared to his previous albums, this is just a mess of boring beats and nonsensical lyrics
  7. Wazeem
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    Ugh... donda is nasty!! Drake cud do better... we are waiting till he come...hes gonna beat u up my lil boi
  8. Eliasbarco
    Aug 31, 2021
    1
    Horrorific, not felt like kanye, just felt like someone really high made a few songs
  9. duonganhtung
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
  10. rrrribs_
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    We all love seeing men getting away with nasty conduct and then drops gospel album, 0/10
  11. thegibbysan
    Aug 31, 2021
    1
    None of the songs really hit for me. A longggg album with 1 or 2 good songs. Overall disappointing
  12. Bmoe
    Aug 31, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album was a masterpiece. A great message came out of the album and a great way to mourn Kanye’s late mother Donda. Some of my favorite tracks: Moon, Off The Grid, Junya pt 2, Jail, Jonah, and Hurricane.… Expand
  13. needybxtch_
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    Repetitive, inconclusive, inconsistent, bad production, this album is al problems
  14. inesita
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    a piece of **** him ,he just collab with the worst people at the music industry
  15. WilliamHarley
    Aug 31, 2021
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Sad to get let down so badly. The production is amazing, but the songs/lyrics are terrible and uninspired. Getting harder and harder to keep supporting this. Maybe 2 track (Jesus Lord and Jail) on the whole album I like.… Expand
  16. umkissland
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    man… that’s embarrassing anyways
    i wish you would come back, wish i'd never hung up the phone like i did. i wish you knew that i'd never forget you as long as i'd live. i miss you too much to be mad anymore.
  17. egiote
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    This is not THE album. A lot of hype for this? I do not understand what is going on in Kanye's head. Every track it's just like "ok" or "next". I do not think I will heard this album ever again.
  18. lanadelguti13
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    I was expecting a very good album after he promoted it as the album of the century. I was expecting "My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy" part two. I got a "Jesus Is King" bad prequel.
  19. VSofia
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    He is supporting abusers, and giving them a platform. He is supporting abusers, and giving them a platform.
  20. HolyLie
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view.
  21. alyssa1205
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. should have been nicer to taylor swift “this is why we can’t have nice thing”… Expand
  22. Iverby
    Aug 31, 2021
    9
    If there is a heaven then this is the type of music that they would play. Yes it is long, but never boring. After my third listen I almost wish it would have been longer. Kanye has always managed to change up his sound for every album while it is still easily recognizable as Kanye. Great experience, would recommend.
  23. andreasfolm
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    Dont listen to this album, the songs are just not good, and the production is cheap
  24. phoe2390
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    horrible album complete trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash
  25. COTR
    Aug 31, 2021
    9
    Kanye, from a musical standpoint, rarely ever misses. It’s pretty telling when his worst records are still a lot better than most artists’ best bodies of work, and Donda is far from his worst. Kanye’s music in the post-TLOP era, at least before Donda, arguably falls short of his more focused and polished bodies of work. 2018’s Ye churned out some memorable tracks, but some just lack theKanye, from a musical standpoint, rarely ever misses. It’s pretty telling when his worst records are still a lot better than most artists’ best bodies of work, and Donda is far from his worst. Kanye’s music in the post-TLOP era, at least before Donda, arguably falls short of his more focused and polished bodies of work. 2018’s Ye churned out some memorable tracks, but some just lack the replayability of tracks from MBDTF and even boundary-pushing Yeezus. Also 7 tracks for an album was a bit too short for my liking. KSG was a great project with both Cudi and Kanye bringing the best out of each other. Again a bit too short for my liking. JIK, in my opinion was his weakest project, but that’s not to say it’s terrible at all. I just felt like he was pushing his religious agenda too much. In some ways it felt a bit forced, but it’s still enjoyable to listen to every now and then.

    Donda sees a return to form for Kanye. In what I consider is his best musical project since 2016 (possibly even since 2013 after giving it a few more listens), we’re treated to 27 songs of Kanye at his best. Curating a colossal list of collaborators and bringing out the best in them is just not something anyone can do. I can’t think of a single feature that missed, except Globglagabgalab if you’d want to count that as one, but even that’s growing on me with the way it’s used on the released version. Kanye’s rapping was never his strongest suit, but when was the last time you heard him rap like he does on Off the Grid or Jesus Lord just to name a few standouts. His production and vision on this project are really immaculate. On some tracks, you get droney, atmospheric and ambient sounds, on some, they’re piano/organ-laden, overall just beautifully crafted. Thematically, it’s an emotional body of work where he touches on his relationship with his mother, Kim K., and his family. Of course, he also throws some bars at Drake (presumably). At 27 songs, and almost 2 hours of run time, the album packs a lot, some might say too much, into it. Even if you don’t count the bonus pt.2 tracks at the end, it’s still very long. But when he’s focused and making great music, I don’t mind at all. To describe the sound put forth in the project, it would be as if Kanye took the best parts of his past projects like Yeezus, KSG, JIK, and TLOP and spliced them into one breathtaking, amazing record in Donda. All antics aside, I can’t wait to hear what else Kanye has in store.

    8.5-9/10    … Expand
  26. dianafs_2005
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    garbage as always, nothing new, he is an homophobic and abuser supporter, piece of **** just like his albuns, kanye west? more like kanye waste of time
  27. jocmr
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash
  28. DOntheGoat
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    This album was a full gimmicky experience, a man who believes everything is all about him and him solely. The music does not match the propaganda being portrayed. This is GOD Awful
  29. sophiestan
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    this album was so so so boring. not to mention the night before it released kanye was proudly standing with an alleged abuser and an open homophobe.
  30. 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
  31. fafajujunior
    Aug 31, 2021
    1
    muy básico, esperaba sonidos nuevos, ritmos nuevos y lamentablemente las letras no me deslumbran. esperaba otra cosa
  32. 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
  33. gd221
    Aug 31, 2021
    9
    Kanye’s return to music is on a high note, boasting one of his best albums in recent memory.
  34. j_mc
    Aug 31, 2021
    5
    While there are undeniable highs on the album, a lost focus, uninspiring lyrical content, lacklustre mixing & mastering at parts and songs left with unrealized potential, the record falls short of lofty expectations. As a dedication to Donda the album fails to be either a tribute or a celebration, feeling instead like a ragtag mashup of half-baked sounds from various eras of Kanye'sWhile there are undeniable highs on the album, a lost focus, uninspiring lyrical content, lacklustre mixing & mastering at parts and songs left with unrealized potential, the record falls short of lofty expectations. As a dedication to Donda the album fails to be either a tribute or a celebration, feeling instead like a ragtag mashup of half-baked sounds from various eras of Kanye's star-studded career.

    The lyrics are nothing new for Kanye - it's not like he hasn't been incredibly vulnerable before on albums like Ye or 808s and much of the religious language is a vague rehash of what we heard on JIK, though the packaging around the lyrics has improved markedly. Much of this falls on my deaf ears given his enthusiasm with which he defends and supports abusers.

    The concept of the album leaves a bad taste in my mouth. He announced an album with the name DONDA, clearing intending it to be a project dedicated to his mum given what we heard at LP1 and since then it has undergone changes that leave it undeniably about Kanye, which is a completely Kanye thing to do.

    As a huge fan of his discography of the whole, I've only managed to get through the whole thing in a single sitting once but that's not to say I haven't been slogging through it; for me it's the first Kanye album that I felt legitimately bored listening to and while I don't think it's as bad as JIK, it also wasn't interesting enough to grip me.

    My score is a 5/10    … Expand
  35. kiggo
    Aug 31, 2021
    8
    La primera parte de Donda es buenísima, teniendo un comienzo tan electrificante como Jail, con Jay Z afirmando que The Throne está de vuelta, yo esperaba que el proyecto se mantuviera así, y más por la duración del mismo, y en parte lo hace pero hay canciones que se sienten innecesarias como Junya, que serviría bien si fuera una canción en solitario pero está dentro del álbum y se sienteLa primera parte de Donda es buenísima, teniendo un comienzo tan electrificante como Jail, con Jay Z afirmando que The Throne está de vuelta, yo esperaba que el proyecto se mantuviera así, y más por la duración del mismo, y en parte lo hace pero hay canciones que se sienten innecesarias como Junya, que serviría bien si fuera una canción en solitario pero está dentro del álbum y se siente fuera del sonido que Kanye había estado trabajando en las primeras canciones, o Tell The Vision, que simplemente no sé por qué está ahí, Kanye ni siquiera hace una aparición, pero incluso con esto Donda termina siendo un álbum que se disruta y bastante, teniendo puntos muy altos como Jail, Off The Grid, Hurricane, Praise God, Jonah, Moon, Heaven and Hell, Come To Life y No Child Left Behind, por nombrar algunos. En general, Donda es un gran álbum que se disfruta mucho y las "listening parties" sirvieron para tener una experiencia más completa y poder percibir de mejor manera el mensaje que Ye quiere dar.… Expand
  36. Neil_dubs
    Aug 31, 2021
    6
    It’s good, not great. In dire need of editing. There’s a classic 10 to 12 song album buried in the 27 songs Kanye gave us. But editing concerns aside, there are SO many beautiful moments. It’s like watching a gorgeously shot 4 hour movie with virtually no plot. All in all, it’s an enjoyable yet exhausting listen. I would place it up there with the best of the “New Kanye” era (post Yeezus),It’s good, not great. In dire need of editing. There’s a classic 10 to 12 song album buried in the 27 songs Kanye gave us. But editing concerns aside, there are SO many beautiful moments. It’s like watching a gorgeously shot 4 hour movie with virtually no plot. All in all, it’s an enjoyable yet exhausting listen. I would place it up there with the best of the “New Kanye” era (post Yeezus), but don’t think it cracks the top 5 of Kanye’s discography.… Expand
  37. 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.
  38. ddarineeee
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. awful… Expand
  39. Lilliehkvgujch
    Aug 31, 2021
    2
    Why? Just why ??????????
    He had so much time to make something great and he did this. It seems like he didn’t even try to make music on his “old” Niveau ?!?
  40. maddog139
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    trash, a truly terrible album. the old kanye is long gone. people are just gonna keep enabling him at this point
  41. tonydiediedie
    Aug 31, 2021
    1
    Im a huge Kanye west fan, loved his first batch of albums, when his ego started to show, it reflected itself in his music trends... but then he started to host the pornhub awards and then change into this gospel singer rapper... i disliked that album. But then i was hoping Ye would go back to his roots...

    Well he did, but it was a miss. The album is too long, if it had stayed a 8 track    Im a huge Kanye west fan, loved his first batch of albums, when his ego started to show, it reflected itself in his music trends... but then he started to host the pornhub awards and then change into this gospel singer rapper... i disliked that album. But then i was hoping Ye would go back to his roots...

    Well he did, but it was a miss. The album is too long, if it had stayed a 8 track album maybe it would salvage itself into an introduction to the next album he does, which would have been a cool tease.

    But the tracks fall into unprofessional cuts with annoying wanna be outdate kayne wanna be beats... and it just sounds off, lame and especially with the HYPE, it ended up as a torture deal to hear all those 27 tracks with no sense of structure.

    I dislike this album and it sucks because it had to much potential, just how many times you gotta say jesus and lord and talk about how god heals, yet you act like a dick in real life , egotistical and at times confused and lost , isnt that the purpose of gospel music?

    Dont buy this album its time Kanye knew the world doesnt revolve around him. I have said good bye to Kanye. Heres hoping Kendrick Lamars and Drakes new albums are worth listening to.    … Expand
  42. James46907
    Aug 31, 2021
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Just very average and many skips. Not Kanye’s best work. Many songs sounds very similar and drag out for too long… Expand
  43. 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.
  44. 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
  45. Darealg
    Aug 31, 2021
    9
    Donda is the climax of ye journey that started the day he dropped from college. This journey is paved from his multiple ups and downs through sorrows, depression and lost to the joy of being a father, an artist and a human over all. This is not the ending of this journey but it sure seems like Kanye has reached the ultimate “I don’t give a **** philosophy, one he utilizes faith to achieve.Donda is the climax of ye journey that started the day he dropped from college. This journey is paved from his multiple ups and downs through sorrows, depression and lost to the joy of being a father, an artist and a human over all. This is not the ending of this journey but it sure seems like Kanye has reached the ultimate “I don’t give a **** philosophy, one he utilizes faith to achieve. I just cannot address the album alone, without the context of Kanye’s personality, previous albums and the unprecedented hype. This is without a doubt a masterpiece and a master class to every artist out there how to find yourself, get lost and find it again. I can only sum it up in that if you’re a fan of the genre and not the album, then my guy, you’re just not there yet. You can’t be at ease with the album because you’re not at ease with yourself.… Expand
  46. 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
  47. 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.
  48. 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.
  49. 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.
  50. dennissan_
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    Great musical experience. Definitely on par with other ye albums such as tlop and yeezus.
  51. 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.
  52. 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
  53. 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 !
  54. 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.
  55. JakeyMagee
    Sep 1, 2021
    0
    An album with so many great ideas but lack of care and rush prevents it from reaching any of the potential it reaches for. Disappointing because this album could’ve been one of his best in years. Songs like Believe What I Say & Come To Life show he’s still has it in him but lacks the focus or perfectionism he once had to pull it all together.
  56. 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
  57. 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 :)
  58. 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
  59. ArantxaCarvajal
    Sep 2, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es el peor album de su carrera, lo irónico es que la gran mayoría de sus votaciones positivas del público son fans del repudiado Marilyn Manson, del homofóbico de DaBaby y que Kanye no tiene el apoyo en USA ni para llegar Presidente ni tampoco para un album básico y pésimo como DONDA.… Expand
  60. Gabriel009
    Sep 2, 2021
    0
    Um álbum sem nexo, é como se tivesse incompleto, falta algo, Kenye deixou muito a desejar. Foi decepcionante.
  61. GABCOORDEIRO
    Sep 2, 2021
    0
    Terrible! Just another banal álbum. He said his the biggest rapper from his generation,
  62. Mariecedile
    Sep 2, 2021
    0
    Horrible, increíble que se pueda hacer un álbum tan malo. Kanye West va en picada.
  63. 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
  64. 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
  65. 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
  66. 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
  67. 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
  68. 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.
  69. 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.
  70. ferthekidd
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I just read listened as if the album was for my mother too, I was moved,I'm from another country, you know? I'm from Brazil and well the kanye here is an influence, the music around here can change but at the moment I believe this album won me over… Expand
  71. Flamebane
    Sep 3, 2021
    3
    Just a ton of tired songs with not a ton of variety literally one of his worst albums.
  72. Alimo9
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Possibly one off his best albums maybe top 3 for me
    The level of production and the creativity is so amazing and the vibes are so great
  73. ccirag
    Sep 3, 2021
    1
    Few songs are gems but not because of kanye but because of the features, don't know what kanye brings to the album. Other artists carried the load for him.
  74. Allezpsg
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    a very good album, honestly if it was worth the wait, for me it is the album of the year, very good songs and good collaborations
  75. Politicz
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Really good album, loved most of the tracks! Just wished that Kanye didn’t censor the swear words.
  76. Zakaburg
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    This guy keeps outdoing himself and it goes over a lot of heads, whether it's because of the hate they have for him or inferiority complex I can never tell you.
    This guy leaves every inch/ iota of himself in the studio every damn time. I can't help but imagine how drained he must be after delivering a mammoth of an album. He is simply the greatest living artist of our time. With work that    This guy keeps outdoing himself and it goes over a lot of heads, whether it's because of the hate they have for him or inferiority complex I can never tell you.
    This guy leaves every inch/ iota of himself in the studio every damn time. I can't help but imagine how drained he must be after delivering a mammoth of an album. He is simply the greatest living artist of our time. With work that not only stands the test of time but also gets better with time, for our simple minds.
    Much respect to him.
    I appreciate what he has done for us. I promise to bump all his projects with the deserved appreciation and respect till the end of my time on this earth.
    You deserve all the flowers sir.
    GOD bless you.    … Expand
  77. Chieffeef
    Sep 3, 2021
    0
    Extreme mids. Kanye and religion is the worst thing since eminem and politics. Donda
  78. Velenean
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    It became my soul album. It's a masterpiece!
    Songs are pretty good, track list is well-designed.
  79. eightaeok
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    esse álbum é de outro mundo elevadíssimo nos conceitos de qualidade, críticos brancos jamais entenderiam a genialidade disso aqui.
  80. Poliser
    Sep 3, 2021
    0
    I only like 2 songs I think it's weird style but it's kanye style the album is not commercial songs
  81. RH68
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    everything is perfect about this album apart from one or two parts, but nothing substantial to lower rating.
  82. AXELHANTA
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Fresh, good, perfect and Great. Kanye God
    All songs are good. Kanye returns like a Goat
  83. Capitanalegria
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Good music. 2nd greatest album in the Ye discography. The bookend and final chapter of rap and trap replacing pop. My bet is Ye will make experimental operas, or Yeppenings, next
  84. Yeezari
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    A frustrating, but very well thought out roll out in terms of publicity. Gaining his highest sales debut since MBDTF (tied with Yeezus on this one), a full album with new sounds yet old sounds from himself, only flaw if there was one was not having Never Abandon Your Family on the album.
  85. finlaym1
    Sep 3, 2021
    0
    An elevated being, making an elevated album. A mix of gospel and new age rap, makes for a beautiful record.
  86. RuRu92
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Some of his most inspired work since MBDTF. It’s a mess, the mixing and mastering is a bit off in places, but even being lucky enough to venture through Kanye’s soundscapes makes you realise how much of a once in a generation talent the guy really is. Regardless of how you feeling about him personally. You’re getting pure, unadulterated gospel, to god infused drill, to anthem tailored popSome of his most inspired work since MBDTF. It’s a mess, the mixing and mastering is a bit off in places, but even being lucky enough to venture through Kanye’s soundscapes makes you realise how much of a once in a generation talent the guy really is. Regardless of how you feeling about him personally. You’re getting pure, unadulterated gospel, to god infused drill, to anthem tailored pop and possibly one of the best outros we’ve heard in a while. Everything Kanye does feels like a journey, with a album roll out being a somewhat wild ride with 3 listening parties, that’s climax is an hour and fourty-eight minutes album that truly is incredible. Donda would be proud! Instant classic.… Expand
  87. Jose_lareata
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Maximo respeto a DONDA, gran álbum, gran sonido, gran historia. Dejando de lado a la persona que es Kanye el álbum es muy bueno.
  88. Jcsmoove
    Sep 4, 2021
    10
    Finally, a new Kanye west album that blends just enough of his signature sound that we were all waiting, with his new age god fearing gospel sound. Many of these gospel elements are much more enjoyable to me than they were on Jesus Is King. Most of the features come through and show why Kanye is regarded as one of the best music curators of all time. Take off the pop smoke song tho...
  89. dreadarmada1
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Excellent album, disregarding Tell the Vision, it has relatively no skips despite some mixing issues.
  90. PedroBLamonte
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    great rollout. great album. Mr west is back. The album matched the hype. Certified W
  91. nikkiwildddd
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    I love this album so much - had me playing it on repeat for the past week. Kanye's top 4 for sure, sonically has one of the best pieces of music that he has made. Seeing this album evolving into this one final product was really satisfying. Expecting Kanye to come up with more music later this year. One of the most innovative musical artist ever that our generation and the upcoming ones will see
  92. Jtray
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Just love this new Ye. This album is another that will be remembered fondly and age beautifully. Not the greatest reception off the bat, but Ye fans know that this album will be influential, same as 808s and yeezus. Not surprised to see initial reception to be harsh, as this happens every time kanye tries a new style. Personally it was a job well done. Simply put, beautiful and ethereal.Just love this new Ye. This album is another that will be remembered fondly and age beautifully. Not the greatest reception off the bat, but Ye fans know that this album will be influential, same as 808s and yeezus. Not surprised to see initial reception to be harsh, as this happens every time kanye tries a new style. Personally it was a job well done. Simply put, beautiful and ethereal. Ye masters production as he always has, from drill to gospel and everything in between. Incredible.… Expand
  93. egalvao
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    I love it ye, great production, great vocals, great lyrics. Much better than ye and Jesus is king. As time goes on we'll see if its better than tlop but it's looking like it's going to be close
  94. Maria2396
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Kanye West mais uma vez entrega um trabalho único e inovador .Seu melhor álbum desde de TLOP… Expand
  95. jrt5643
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    This album isn't music it's a work of art. All the songs are done well and leave you with a feeling of peace and assurity leaving wanting to listen again and again.
  96. JayDEO
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Donda is probably Kanye's best album since TLOP and the Album feels unique in the sense that kanye hasn't made me feel so strongly in any of his albums
  97. kidseeghosts
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Donda was simply an amazing experience to listen to. From the listening parties to the hype built up behind the album, Ye truly delivered an extension of his deepest thoughts. Donda chant is a fitting way to start off the project which is dedicated to his late Mother. On songs such as Jesus Lord and Come to Life, Ye sounds vulnerable and his verses are packed with raw emotion. It’s trueDonda was simply an amazing experience to listen to. From the listening parties to the hype built up behind the album, Ye truly delivered an extension of his deepest thoughts. Donda chant is a fitting way to start off the project which is dedicated to his late Mother. On songs such as Jesus Lord and Come to Life, Ye sounds vulnerable and his verses are packed with raw emotion. It’s true that the album structure and track order might not be the most ideal to create flow between songs. However, the sloppy masterpiece that Donda is feels like he’s bringing us alongside him on a life journey of self improvement and realization. Ye emphasizes important themes of life such as self acceptance, forgiveness, faith, truth, love and always remembering what’s important to you. Yes, Ye is very christian but one need not necessarily believe in christ to empathize with the things he says on this record. I’m not christian, and I can personally say that certain verses on this album made me contemplate my life experiences and question my core values.… Expand
  98. Dondaforever
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    New Age gospel? Because bit feels like it! Kanye worked really nicely on this and I like it verses the last album. This album is one you could play over and over again. It's the album you could play to your grandma and she's gonna like it. Not every song is perfect (Pop smoke trash) but solid mixing and vocals and wording. I've listen to the album at least 10 times and I can say it's aNew Age gospel? Because bit feels like it! Kanye worked really nicely on this and I like it verses the last album. This album is one you could play over and over again. It's the album you could play to your grandma and she's gonna like it. Not every song is perfect (Pop smoke trash) but solid mixing and vocals and wording. I've listen to the album at least 10 times and I can say it's a clear winner in the Drake vs Kanye battle.… Expand
  99. Thop43
    Sep 4, 2021
    0
    Very underwhelming album that is really overhyped, couple good songs on it but other than that not my cup of tea, Kanye gotta drop the gospel stuff man
  100. Malik22
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Great listen, I really enjoy this album. Ye came with it this time around. I’ve listen to this album all week and probably going to listen to it all next week as well. Album of the year!
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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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