Good Kid, M.A.A.D City
by Kendrick Lamar
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  1. Dankill
    Jan 23, 2020
    10
    This album gets a play through at least once a week. Kendrick is off on his own with the amount of storytelling and deeper meanings in his music. He’s a true genius.
  2. freat
    Jan 23, 2020
    10
    Album of the whole generation. A perfect mix of pop and underground sound united by a story of one boy. I guess everybody can relate at least to 4-5 tracks and find something similar in his/her life.
    For those who don`t listen to rap it can be a bridge to the genre.
    Maybe its not an album you want to listen constantly, but album which is always in your mind for sure.
  3. PeteIsFurious
    Jan 24, 2020
    10
    Kendrick's 2nd best album after TPAB, great storytelling across the board and really great features
  4. Codeling
    Aug 7, 2021
    9
    This album is fantastic. Many amazing songs. I liked the storytelling and concept of it too.
    Best songs: M.A.A.D. City, Swimming Pools
    Worst songs: -
  5. zeroxxovich
    Feb 20, 2020
    9
    By far my favorite Kendrick album, he mastered his sound and created a cohesive masterpiece that defines and expands on what hip-hop has meant to him. The cohesiveness of this album cannot be understated, and the whole production, lyrical message, and especially the skits create such a clear image and journey through the listener's mind. There are few things I could say about this albumBy far my favorite Kendrick album, he mastered his sound and created a cohesive masterpiece that defines and expands on what hip-hop has meant to him. The cohesiveness of this album cannot be understated, and the whole production, lyrical message, and especially the skits create such a clear image and journey through the listener's mind. There are few things I could say about this album that hasn't been said before. GKMC can be overlooked now because of the critical acclaim that TPAB and DAMN have gotten, but listening to this album gives you a different feeling than either of those do. This is what the roots and origins of hip-hop should and do feel like in the 2010s. There are very few songs that ever get skipped by me on this album.
    Favorite Track: The Art of Peer Pressure / Sing About Me, I'm Dying of Thirst
    Least Favorite Track: Money Trees    … Expand
  6. Rimram
    Mar 16, 2020
    10
    After 8 years of intense listening I'm still coming back to it. And every time I love it more
  7. Macrofficial
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    K Dot's Best Album For Sure. The Storytelling Is Perfect In This Album. Every track on this album is amazing, but my favourite tracks probably would be The Art Of Peer Pressure, good kid, and Sing About Me, I'm Dying Of Thirst
  8. JakeWLovesRap
    Apr 2, 2020
    10
    This would be the magnum opus for 98% of active rappers, but for Kendrick it was just the start. His most listenable album with great flows, incredible storytelling that makes you feel like you're there with Kendrick and his friends, and some great trap beats with some tasteful alterations. This is unquestionably a masterpiece and my personal favorite album. If any album were to be madeThis would be the magnum opus for 98% of active rappers, but for Kendrick it was just the start. His most listenable album with great flows, incredible storytelling that makes you feel like you're there with Kendrick and his friends, and some great trap beats with some tasteful alterations. This is unquestionably a masterpiece and my personal favorite album. If any album were to be made into a movie it'd have to be this.… Expand
  9. MegaAscension
    Apr 2, 2020
    9
    This is the album that got me into rap music. Sure, I liked some rap songs before, but this was the rap album that changed my thoughts on rap. There's a reason this guy became the first rap artist to win a Pulitzer. I read the lyrics to Swimming Pools (Drank) to my mother who dislikes rap, and she actually liked it. Loved the lyrics. It's the strong point on this album. The only thing thatThis is the album that got me into rap music. Sure, I liked some rap songs before, but this was the rap album that changed my thoughts on rap. There's a reason this guy became the first rap artist to win a Pulitzer. I read the lyrics to Swimming Pools (Drank) to my mother who dislikes rap, and she actually liked it. Loved the lyrics. It's the strong point on this album. The only thing that holds it back from a 10 is that it is a bit too long (could have been trimmed down 5-10 minutes). Now I can tell those middle schoolers back in 2012-2013 that Kendrick is great, instead of saying that I don't listen to rap. I'm glad that this is becoming a classic.… Expand
  10. Kmi
    Sep 10, 2020
    9
    Kendrick Lamar's 2012 record "good kid, m.A.A.d city" is really a staple on hip hop in the 2010's. The storytelling is strong on this album, and Kendrick somehow manages to turn very bitter experiences into an enjoyable record, which hides how dark and dangerous Lamar's youth was with catchy flows and very notable production. A compelling sophomore album that improves upon 2011's "Section.80."
  11. master_sebo
    May 28, 2020
    8
    Good Kid, m.A.A.d City is definitely a very good conscious hip hop album, and the concept behind this project is clearly defined, explained, and developed throughout the sequence of songs. The listening feels like a long story about the past life of Kendrick Lamar, and tracks like Sherane, Swimming Pools and m.A.A.d City really get you in the mood, not mentioning the high rapping qualityGood Kid, m.A.A.d City is definitely a very good conscious hip hop album, and the concept behind this project is clearly defined, explained, and developed throughout the sequence of songs. The listening feels like a long story about the past life of Kendrick Lamar, and tracks like Sherane, Swimming Pools and m.A.A.d City really get you in the mood, not mentioning the high rapping quality displayed in Backseat Freestyle and other tracks.… Expand
  12. Clerisson
    May 28, 2020
    10
    There's not much to say about this album, it's just perfect! you must listen, as soon as you hear you will understand what i am saying
  13. Momoki_02
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Every single track is fire, cant say anything bad about this album. .......
  14. Phiwe
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Classic gives the audience a vivid picture of the streets of Compton with Duckworth's explicit lyrics and captivating voice, good story telling and perfect production.… Expand
  15. MasterPA
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. GKMC tells an amazing linear story through compact and consistent lyricism and flow.… Expand
  16. TDav794
    Nov 4, 2020
    10
    Should have won the god damn Grammy! One of the best albums Ive ever heard and one of the best made in general. This album took me on an emotional roller coaster that no album Ive listened to since can replicate.
  17. magic_jam13
    Nov 25, 2020
    9
    The sounds on this album are so dreamy I always get sleepy when listening and that's in a good way. This used to be my favorite Kendrick Lamar album buuut. But this still an amazing album like it doesn't have a single mediocore track they're all deep. The story on this album is the best he's ever done it's like watching a movie with your ears. standout tracks money trees, maad city,The sounds on this album are so dreamy I always get sleepy when listening and that's in a good way. This used to be my favorite Kendrick Lamar album buuut. But this still an amazing album like it doesn't have a single mediocore track they're all deep. The story on this album is the best he's ever done it's like watching a movie with your ears. standout tracks money trees, maad city, swimming pools, sing about me, poetic justice, backseat freestyle, **** dont kill my vibe, art of peer pressure. yea pretty much the whole album but the best has to be "sing about me" or "swimming pools".… Expand
  18. leons_wilson
    Dec 6, 2020
    10
    best album of the last decade. very cohesive, top notch lyricism, and great mixing. it is up there sitting at the same table as reasonable doubt, illmatic, ready to die, black on both sides, etc.
    my top 5 songs on the album are
    1. sing about me
    2. maad city
    3. money trees
    4. art of peer pressure
    5. good kid( this 5th spot is fluid)
  19. Wrong_Opinions
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    Yet another perfect album from King Kendrick. Literally one of the best concept albums of the 2010s. Congratulations to Kendrick Lamar, he is an extremely talented lyricist. Having not a single bad album in your discography really speaks a lot about King Kendrick’s place in Hip Hop. This album is just... wow. Wow to this album. Wow to Kendrick Lamar. What an incredible album, blah blahYet another perfect album from King Kendrick. Literally one of the best concept albums of the 2010s. Congratulations to Kendrick Lamar, he is an extremely talented lyricist. Having not a single bad album in your discography really speaks a lot about King Kendrick’s place in Hip Hop. This album is just... wow. Wow to this album. Wow to Kendrick Lamar. What an incredible album, blah blah blah... it’s great.… Expand
  20. AttendantHeart
    May 13, 2022
    10
    quien es kendrick lamar?
    para el ciego, es la luz
    para el hambriento, es el pan
    para el enfermo, es la cura
    para el solitario, es el compañero
    para el triste, es la alegría
    para el prisionero, es la libertad
    para el pobre, es el tesoro
    para el deudor, es el perdón
  21. The-X-Territory
    Jan 24, 2021
    10
    One of the greatest rap albums of all time, I could rap along to Sing about me, I'm dying of thirst all day long. **** don't kill my vibe, backseat freestyle, the art of peer pressure, Money Trees, M.A.A.D City, Swimming pools, etc. Every song here is incredible, whilst I wouldn't introduce a new rap fan to Kendrick, I think most people who have listened to the album fully can agree, GKMCOne of the greatest rap albums of all time, I could rap along to Sing about me, I'm dying of thirst all day long. **** don't kill my vibe, backseat freestyle, the art of peer pressure, Money Trees, M.A.A.D City, Swimming pools, etc. Every song here is incredible, whilst I wouldn't introduce a new rap fan to Kendrick, I think most people who have listened to the album fully can agree, GKMC is incredible.… Expand
  22. comradebrett
    Feb 3, 2021
    10
    This album is a hip-hop classic. Kendrick provides a story of his youth in Compton over great production. The album is very thematic and almost plays out like a movie when I listen to it. My favorite tracks are m.A.A.d city, Backseat Freestyle, Money Trees, Poetic Justice, and Swimming Pools (Drank).
  23. kdotfan1104
    Feb 3, 2021
    10
    In short, Do I even have to say anything? No. Just listen to the damn album. In long, we have a well constructed album that has many amazing songs and just one great song, ONE. I’m not going to spoil this experience for you anymore.
  24. etozhevasyaa
    Feb 16, 2021
    10
    Музыка/бит: 10/10 | Читка/голос: 10/10 | Интерес к прослушиванию: 10/10 |
    Отзыв: лучший продакшн и рэп-альбом за всю историю
  25. Hendo250
    Mar 29, 2021
    9
    this album is a 9 this album is a 9 this album is a 9 this album is a 9 this album is a 9
  26. ThatOneGuy__13
    Mar 25, 2021
    10
    I absolutely love this album, the story is just brilliant, and Kendrick was able to tell this story without sacrificing the overall musical quality. not quite on the level of TPAB, but it is still brilliant, and one of the best albums of the 2010s
  27. hdcooper
    Apr 12, 2021
    9
    good kid, m.A.A.d city is both entertaining and poetic - proof that hip-hop can be an art form and that an album can be more than just fun music.

    9.2/10
  28. HIPHOPREVIEWS
    Apr 21, 2021
    10
    A cultural masterpiece, Good kid, M.A.A.D city has explosive beats, perfect story telling, double entendre and creative rhymes. It's best song has to be M.A.A.D city with MC Eiht is an incredible song and very popular amongst Lamar fans. From top to bottom all song are great and chilling. Would recommend.
  29. proreview0
    Apr 19, 2021
    10
    What classic if you have not listened to this u are missing out on life! The lyricism is astonishing! Please listen to this, please!
  30. Seamless
    May 26, 2021
    10
    This album is absolutely phenomenal! Everything about it is great, from the sequenced track list, the incredible storytelling and lyricism as well as the impeccable production. The only song that I wasn’t crazy about was Real, though all the other tracks easily make up for it. Words cannot describe how much I love this album.
  31. That1Person
    Sep 10, 2021
    10
    Good Kid, M.A.A.D City is an intricate self portrait and wonderfully told story of a good kid in a mad city. The project explores interesting themes of growing up in the ghetto, that is Compton and what it's like dealing with such a difficult childhood. Every track explores something new and delivers every time. This album is a true work of art in my mind.
  32. monkeeh
    Jul 27, 2021
    9
    GKMC is the best storytelling album I've ever listened to and likely ever will. Each songs knows exactly how to immerse the listener into the story of Kendrick and his troubled but yet inspiring upbringing. The project explores how Kendrick was a kid with good intentions dragged into gang related activities and drugs due to the culture surrounding the city he lived in. He documents theGKMC is the best storytelling album I've ever listened to and likely ever will. Each songs knows exactly how to immerse the listener into the story of Kendrick and his troubled but yet inspiring upbringing. The project explores how Kendrick was a kid with good intentions dragged into gang related activities and drugs due to the culture surrounding the city he lived in. He documents the effects that peer pressure and alcohol had on choices despite consciously knowing its wrong. Kendrick flows so well over a mixed choice of sinister beats telling these stories and using recorded phone call to maintain the structure and add depth to the story he is telling. The album includes several of his best and the best songs in hip-hop such as: m.A.A.d city, Swimming Pools, Money Trees and Sing About Me, I'm Dying Of Thirst which is is a powerful almost 12 minute song about a friend named Dave and his brother who died before this very album dropped. Overall this album is unreal and only dips in quality towards the end with Compton and Real which aren't inherently bad songs but in my opinion changes the sound of the ablum which although this is relevant to the story as it shows Kendrick is breaking from the gang life doesn't feel as inspired as the rest of the album. However, excluding this, the album is a true masterpiece but just misses its mark that would make it perfect in what its trying to achieve.… Expand
  33. Alanozz
    May 15, 2022
    10
    This album is a f’ing classic I don’t give a damn what anybody says. Definitely a top 10 HipHop album.
  34. WarudoDZ
    May 18, 2022
    10
    Just one another classic for Kendrick Lamar the goat, the greatest discography of al time
  35. BoopWalks
    Feb 12, 2022
    10
    This album is a clear indicator that Kendrick is more than just a rapper, but also a storyteller. Definitely one of the best rappers of the 2010s.
  36. VBSBazooka
    Nov 4, 2021
    10
    This is the only album I own on vinyl besides Abbey Road because those 2 albums are all I will ever need on vinyl. The artistry on this album is so spectacularly amazing that I needed a physical object in my home to represent the part of me that changed for the better whenever I heard this for the first time. Not even that, the second time too, and the third time, and the fourth time andThis is the only album I own on vinyl besides Abbey Road because those 2 albums are all I will ever need on vinyl. The artistry on this album is so spectacularly amazing that I needed a physical object in my home to represent the part of me that changed for the better whenever I heard this for the first time. Not even that, the second time too, and the third time, and the fourth time and all the times after that. This album is so spectacularly well-written and detailed, 9 years after it came out, there are still new meanings being found behind these songs. Absolutely incredible.

    Favorite Songs: Every last one
    Least Favorite Songs: N/A    … Expand
  37. veljko_
    Jan 9, 2022
    9
    really cinematic, amazing songwriting. it could've ended on the 10th track tho.

    best tracks: Swimming Pools and good kid (this was hard to decide)
    worst track: Real or Compton

    rating: 9.6
  38. Deviltherobot
    Dec 17, 2021
    10
    An instant classic and still stands as Kendrick's best work. The album reads as a modern day telling of the Compton struggle, and Kendrick being propped up as the new West coast king by snoop and the game before this is fitting.
  39. AdrianOst077
    Jan 30, 2023
    9
    After listening to this album over and over again, I decided to give it my full attention and review it. What is there to say about this album, it really deserves all the praise it gets and the score on this website. Kendrick Lamar really put himself out there in the rap scene and showed his full potential of his art and craft. Album follows the story of the a young Kendrick Lamar and theAfter listening to this album over and over again, I decided to give it my full attention and review it. What is there to say about this album, it really deserves all the praise it gets and the score on this website. Kendrick Lamar really put himself out there in the rap scene and showed his full potential of his art and craft. Album follows the story of the a young Kendrick Lamar and the way it's been put into an album is something else. Kendrick Lamar was the rapper that broke me through into thinking that not all new school rap is trash back when I would listen to nothing but old school rappers. GKMC is just a glimpse of why Kendrick Lamar is one of the greatest rappers of all time. Every lyric written down doesn't come from **** claims that some rappers preach about their "gangbanging, hoes and money", whereas Kendrick tells the stories of what he witnessed ever since he was a young boy, watching the crimes, gangbanging and violence of the streets of Compton, that past rappers on this album: MC Eiht, Jay Rock, Dr. Dre who grew up in South Central LA/Compton also witnessed. Mentioning MC Eiht and Dr. Dre, it was great to see rappers from Compton that were at the front of the rap scene in the late 80's and 90's like Kendrick did with this album.
    GKMC is Kendrick's The Chronic, an album people will look back at, as one of the most influential and important albums of rap.    … Expand
  40. trulyunknown
    Mar 28, 2022
    9
    This album is absolutely amazing. I think it shows hood culture in a negative light. Demonstrating the hardships and showing how teenagers often get pulled into committing crimes and doing drugs. It feels almost immersive listening to the album, the story telling makes the album's world come to life. The production is amazing, and the rapping and features are great. Incredible lyricism,This album is absolutely amazing. I think it shows hood culture in a negative light. Demonstrating the hardships and showing how teenagers often get pulled into committing crimes and doing drugs. It feels almost immersive listening to the album, the story telling makes the album's world come to life. The production is amazing, and the rapping and features are great. Incredible lyricism, and overall just a great album.… Expand
  41. JamesJennings
    May 2, 2022
    10
    I don't have much to say that hasn't already been said. An absolute classic, and a masterpiece. If you haven't listened to it, just do it already. Now where my Dominos at?
  42. mikegeary
    May 13, 2022
    10
    Simply no bad tracks and a storybook from start to finish. It’s a different sound than Section 80 but Kendrick goes on to include new stories and takes listeners through a journey with a little bit of jazz and funk to emotionally engage the listener. Best rap album of the year.
  43. decwilclay
    May 13, 2022
    9
    ‘Good Kid Maad City’ - Kendrick mastering the art of story telling, hit making and showing he’s ready to be the next up.
  44. Cyzzyx
    May 18, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An expected evolution from Section.80, good kid, m.A.A.d city demonstrates a more confident Kendrick in a list of powerful and insightful tracks. This album is so iconic with tracks like m.A.A.d city, Swimming Pools, Money Trees and B*tch Don't Kill My Vibe being implemented into popular culture it doesn't even need conceptual justification to put this album as a classic. This project plays like a movie, with intermission in between songs guiding the listener through Kendrick's story. The project flows flawlessly from one track to another, but some tracks in my opinion are pretty weak which is keeping it from perfection. Other than that, good kid is an excellent and accessible listen for people who want to bump to some bangers or for people who want to analyze and think about what the music means.

    Favorite Tracks: B*tch Don't Kill My Vibe, Backseat Freestyle, The Art of Peer Pressure, Money Trees, Poetic Justice, good kid, m.A.A.d city, "Sing About Me, I'm Dying Of Thirst", Compton

    Least Favorite Tracks: Sherane a.k.a Master Splinter's Daughter, Real    … Expand
  45. Blk_And_Goated
    Jun 2, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Basically a motion picture of Kendrick’s life in music form with no mediocre songs and classics like Sing of Me/ Dying of Thirst, Real, Money Trees, and the Art of Peer Pressure. Probably the album of the 2010’s regardless of genre.… Expand
  46. sadboiinfinite
    Jun 14, 2022
    7
    This album is held at very high regard with most Kendrick fans, and while I agree that the record is a masterfully written narrative, the multiple attempts at a commercial radio song on this album makes this not as replay-able as "DAMN." or even "To Pimp a Butterfly". "Poetic Justice" with Drake is beyond boring. From its spacey, minimal beat, to the underwhelming delivery from Kendrick,This album is held at very high regard with most Kendrick fans, and while I agree that the record is a masterfully written narrative, the multiple attempts at a commercial radio song on this album makes this not as replay-able as "DAMN." or even "To Pimp a Butterfly". "Poetic Justice" with Drake is beyond boring. From its spacey, minimal beat, to the underwhelming delivery from Kendrick, and the Drake verse that fails to reach the same lyrical quality as Kendrick, it's a skip every time. "Real" has great verses and a nice, relaxed rhythm, but the vocal tone on the chorus is unbearable. And, while I do enjoy "Swimming Pools" and **** Don't Kill My Vibe" from lyrical and conceptual standpoints, the instrumentals haven't entirely aged well.

    That obviously doesn't mean I dislike the rest of the record. The intro sets the stage perfectly; "The Art of Peer Pressure" paints the title perfectly; m.A.A.d city is one Kendrick's best songs period; This album is still fantastic. There are soaring highs, but also too many lows for me to say it is close to Kendrick's best body of work.    … Expand
  47. GeorgeEgan
    Jun 17, 2022
    10
    top 3 hip hop/rap albums of all time along with to pimp a butterfly and illmatic, truly inspiring
  48. DenzelJamie
    Jun 20, 2022
    10
    This is one of the most unique rap albums of all time. GKMC is the album that elevated Kendrick Lamar to GOAT status, and it's easily the most timeless albums of the 2010s. Classic!
  49. kyd16
    Jun 29, 2022
    9
    Lyrical content: 10/10
    Production: 10/10

    Most favorite track(s): Swimming Pools (Drank), Sing About Me, I'm Dying of Thirst

    Favorite track(s): **** Don't Kill My Vibe, The Art of Peer Pressure, Money Trees, Poetic Justice, M.A.A.D City

    Least favorite track(s): Real
  50. MKUltra7
    Jul 17, 2022
    10
    I promise that I know you very well
    Your eyes never lie even if they tell
    Sweet lullabies that come with a smell
    Of a dozen roses flippin' down the green hill
    You living in a world that come with plan B
    Cause plan A never relay a guarantee
    And plan C never could say just what it was
    And your plans only can pan around love
  51. JkXclusive
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Instant classic! Kenny started to make his mark here and showed why he was becoming the greatest in the coming years. A cinematic movie of an album.
  52. swiftswift
    Aug 23, 2022
    10
    definitely his BEST album. a magnificent experience. kanye and him being the two best rappers of all time.
  53. AverageMusic
    Aug 26, 2022
    8
    I did kind of find this album kind of boring at some times. But Kendricks storytelling and naration was pretty good. I think Kendricks flow was good. The production was good. I think the album overall souunded great.
  54. georgebaugnet
    Sep 2, 2022
    10
    This is an outstanding album... KDOT is truly an amazing artist that has prospered throughout his entire career. Truly unreal.
  55. coxcame
    Sep 7, 2022
    10
    Best album of all time the way kendrick brings you into compton so well is amazing. you easily get lost in what is was like to be a kid in compton. Absolute classic from start to end.
  56. AnthonyFantano2
    Sep 10, 2022
    10
    Easily the best rap album of all time. It's not even that close. Story telling is perfect.
  57. daytonatabooywr
    Oct 2, 2022
    9
    sing about me, im dying of thrst is the greatest song of all time. good kid > maad city
  58. omgrachel
    Oct 2, 2022
    10
    Holy Hell, the storytelling on this album is just absolutely fantastic. The way he put this cohesive story together of him growing up in Compton is fantastic. The songwriting and lyricism on this are so absolutely fantastic as well. The production on this album as well is fantastic and the way the songs work with each other is also absolutely great. The songs by themselves are amazing asHoly Hell, the storytelling on this album is just absolutely fantastic. The way he put this cohesive story together of him growing up in Compton is fantastic. The songwriting and lyricism on this are so absolutely fantastic as well. The production on this album as well is fantastic and the way the songs work with each other is also absolutely great. The songs by themselves are amazing as well and it has Sing About Me, I'm Dying of Thirst which holy, worst thing about this album is that drake's on it… Expand
  59. Tubbs
    Oct 2, 2022
    9
    Kendrick feels invincible on this album. The story, production and bars are all top-tier.
  60. lapuissance
    Nov 4, 2022
    10
    yeah, incredible. Call me a psychopath but Now or Never is the best song here. Except for SAMIADOT, Sherane AKA, TAOPP :)
  61. JonBon
    Jan 9, 2023
    10
    Easily one of the best albums of 2012 and given this was only kendricks 2nd studio album and its alr a classic is shjeesh
  62. Blonisco
    Jan 26, 2023
    10
    绝对精妙的制作，即是不听歌词也能体会其优点…………凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数
  63. crazyducks000
    Jan 30, 2023
    10
    Amazing album with some of the greatest storytelling and sampling i've seen.
  64. Diego_19
    Jan 31, 2023
    9
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  65. Eddinebl
    Feb 8, 2023
    9
    Es un album casi perfecto, me encanta su tematica, es imresionante como Kendrick llega a contar sus historias a traves de su musica, GOAT.
  66. Donnelius
    Mar 27, 2023
    9
    A Great Major-Label Debut album. His 2nd best album (Behind To Pimp a Butterfly), Definitely painted a great picture of his upbringing in the CPT. New Generation West Coast sound.
  67. ChiIIaoi
    Jul 19, 2023
    10
    Review só pra lembrar a nota que eu dei pro album:
    album mt bom, agora só escrever pra passar dos 75 caracteres.
  68. egg_addict
    May 18, 2023
    9
    amazing storytelling on this album. the singles work on their own, and add amazingly to the narrative of this project. really an amazing example of how to tell a story through music.
  69. kaka_mota09
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    Amazing album, for me one of the best 4 songs run of all time with good kid, M.A.A.D. city, swimming pools and sing about me i'm dying of thirst, this last 2 tracks being top 5 kendrick songs with one music to party and other to cry in the shower, the skits are amazing too, but this is not a 10 because it has some bad songs like real and Sherane, the deluxe also is really good with now orAmazing album, for me one of the best 4 songs run of all time with good kid, M.A.A.D. city, swimming pools and sing about me i'm dying of thirst, this last 2 tracks being top 5 kendrick songs with one music to party and other to cry in the shower, the skits are amazing too, but this is not a 10 because it has some bad songs like real and Sherane, the deluxe also is really good with now or never beeing one of my favourite Kendrick songs… Expand
  70. Thegreatgabe
    Jul 26, 2023
    10
    Incredible album. I loved every track. My 3 favorite:

    3. m.A.A.d City: Perfect song, great flows and a great beat.

    2. Money Trees: Great lyrics and Jay rock’s verse was incredible.

    1. Sing about me, I’m dying of thirst: Very long song, great flows and lyrics for all 12 minutes.
  71. Silvest
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    Wowzers!!! I like this one more than tpab and somehow tpab is still one of the greatest albums ever
  72. DelkoChateau
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    A perfect letter to Compton. That's all I can say to sum this up, not only does it have songs that are still listenable and fresh today, but really it has no bad moment. Even 'Real' which people say is bad, still has an absolutely massive amount of appeal to me. The sophomore slump was truly avoided here in one of, if not the greatest albums from the 2010s.
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#4 Best Album of 2012
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#3 Most Discussed Album of 2012
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#2 Most Shared Album of 2012

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Metascore
91

Universal acclaim - based on 36 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 35 out of 36
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 36
  3. Negative: 0 out of 36
  1. Austin Chronicle
    Jan 24, 2013
    89
    The quotidian problems and longings of the title track making up the real heart of the album, a rough and tumble struggle to the top.
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  2. The Quietus
    Jan 10, 2013
    90
    In another rapper's hands the concepts might have been overcooked or the messages too self-righteous, but Kendrick manages to achieve scale while remaining firmly grounded on two feet.
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  3. cokemachineglow
    Dec 21, 2012
    90
    This is the best rap album of 2012--not just because of champion verses and immaculate drops, but because they recognize that the most brilliant foreground only shines against a well-defined backdrop.
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