HNDRXX
by Future
  • Record Label: Epic
  • Release Date: Feb 24, 2017
Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. HipHopDX
    Mar 3, 2017
    84
    HNDRXX provides a view into a modern rock star indulging in a side of himself that’s more thoughtful and dare one say, honest.
  2. Consequence
    Mar 7, 2017
    83
    While his most definitive project remains 2015’s Dirty Sprite 2 for its balance of Future’s innate melodic sense and especially effective trap records, HNDRXX comes in as a close second.
  3. XXL
    Mar 3, 2017
    80
    HNDRXX is a reminder that no matter how hard he tries to shun his reputation as a hitmaker, Future remains one of the most reliable acts in mainstream music, his reluctance aside.
  5. AllMusic
    Mar 3, 2017
    80
    Released just a week after his self-titled fifth effort, Future's HNDRXX provided an introspective and confessional complement to the more extroverted Future.
  6. Pitchfork
    Mar 3, 2017
    78
    Over a well-played hand of wistful, bright-eyed and reflective beats, HNDRXX strikes a near-perfect balance between a man still licking his wounds and a man emerging from a long, dark night.
  7. The Quietus
    Mar 7, 2017
    70
    It's the slickest, spaciest project he's released since Honest (which was always underrated), and sits far left of the trap rigor mortis of the self-titled record.
  8. Rolling Stone
    Mar 3, 2017
    70
    Like its predecessor, it's an hour-plus data dump of quotidian creativity with a slight thematic focus, not a tightly sequenced tour de force. But Future wouldn't be Future if he wasn't unburdening himself, no matter how messy and polarizing the results might be. And for the most part, he's at his most appealing here.
  9. Q Magazine
    Mar 14, 2017
    60
    Two good albums, then--but more editing could have produced a single excellent one. [May 2017, p.104]
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User Score
7.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 82 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 53 out of 82
  2. Mixed: 22 out of 82
  3. Negative: 7 out of 82
  1. MoneyMaker101
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Second album by Future in second week in a row. What to say about that specifically? Future appeared on music scene in 2009 and since then heSecond album by Future in second week in a row. What to say about that specifically? Future appeared on music scene in 2009 and since then he has released 7 albums,truly astonishing number considering a lot of other artists in hip hop whose career spans for over 15 years have either the same number of projects or one or two projects more. Future has proved once again that even though his work ethic is at the probably highest level on the music scene, he still is able to provide fans with quality music. Many people say quality over quality which is obviously a smart choice, Future here provides with both and quality and quantity. This album right here is definitely better than previous self entitled FUTURE. Criticism of his previous self entitled album was mainly concentrated on the focus of the album which was purely Future we have known in the past 3 years which is purely that raw, hard, gritty trap music. Lack of inovation and inspiration were main problems of that album, but this album right here is straight opposite. We witnessed emotionally scarred Future,who reflects on his failed relationship with famous RnB singer Ciara,legal issues with his manager Rocko, failed relationships etc. However we also get that known Future who breaks women hearts with his playboy lifestyle of changing women everyday. This album is pure concentrated RnB ,hip hop album and is complete opposite to his previous efforts which were purely trap. Definitely a smart decision from Atlanta rapper who looks not to fall into obscurity or musical fall off however you want to interpret it. Future at this point of his career released a lot of projects,some were classics,some were decent and with his surprising collaborations with artists like Maroon 5 and Ariana Grande, Future wants people to know that he is reaching the highest stardom known in music but also releasing quality and trying to become the best trap rever ever. Future is definitely a legend and with every project he releases he is reaching for that number one spot.… Full Review »
  2. musikman91307
    Mar 4, 2017
    8
    A different side to Future. Intimate, deep and soulful. The ambient sophisticated productions are the same way. This is the direction I thinkA different side to Future. Intimate, deep and soulful. The ambient sophisticated productions are the same way. This is the direction I think he's been itching to take with his music and it's a very pleasant surprise. I rank it next to DS2 on the sheer listening quality and how he stretched his lyricism more. The album is like one long letter to all the women who have affected him deeply, either in a negative and/or positive way. It's Future's "Take Care" LP. I personally like to hear both Future's street and trap side and his more artistic and soulful side. I hope he continues to pursue this path and build on it further. So far it is the album of the year for me in how it took risks and gave us a fresher sound from Future.… Full Review »
  3. NETMUSIC
    Mar 4, 2017
    8
    Going in to this album, had no expectations of different, as seen in this self-titled album (FUTURE) last week, Future shows as if he hasn'tGoing in to this album, had no expectations of different, as seen in this self-titled album (FUTURE) last week, Future shows as if he hasn't grown as an rap artist - it was also the same. However, after listening to this album (HNDRXX), i am amazed at how innovative this album is, from strong bursts of fire from the The Weeknd's featuring to the soulful anthem featuring Rihanna, this album is a must.

    Best Song(s) -
    Selfish ft. Rihanna
    Comin Out Strong ft The Weeknd
    Fresh Air

    Worst Song(s) -
    Incredible    … Full Review »
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