Maths + English
by Dizzee Rascal
  • Record Label: XL
  • Release Date: Jun 5, 2007
User Score
8.2

Universal acclaim- based on 21 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 21
  3. Negative: 2 out of 21

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  1. KhalidB
    Aug 12, 2007
    10
    AAMAAZZING release by dizzee, i agree the lily allen and alex turner(arctic monkeys) contributions werent neccesary, But a High light of this album would be Da Feelin' the lyrics are okay, but the beat and samples were Amazing in it, Dizze is an amazing lyricist however, hes making critically acclaimed music that most 30 year olds make (hes 22, on his 3rd cd, all of them thus far AAMAAZZING release by dizzee, i agree the lily allen and alex turner(arctic monkeys) contributions werent neccesary, But a High light of this album would be Da Feelin' the lyrics are okay, but the beat and samples were Amazing in it, Dizze is an amazing lyricist however, hes making critically acclaimed music that most 30 year olds make (hes 22, on his 3rd cd, all of them thus far were AMAZING).. just bravo dizzeee… Expand
  2. seand
    Jul 29, 2007
    9
    amazing, best hip hop album of the year so far. i like his use of somewhat more conventional American hip hop stylings while still retaining his original sound
  3. RogerT
    Jun 25, 2007
    9
    A return to greatness after the personally rather dissapointing Showtime. Generally packed with tunes although I feel the Artic Monkeys and Lily Allen contibutions were uneccesary. The track Pussyhole (Old Skool) should have you throwing some shapes. Excellent return
  4. ollyg
    Jun 23, 2007
    10
    At last a uk hip hop mc with a nicly polised album, this reall is that good, it doesnt sound like its been produced in someones basement! Respect to dizzee with a street album with main stream appeal.
  5. JohnD.
    Jun 14, 2007
    7
    Rascit's worst album yet, and far below my expectations. But MAN, is it fun.
  6. matta.
    Jun 13, 2007
    9
    Contrary to some user, this is in fact Dizzee's worst album to date. But that is only his first two albums were two of the most important rap records of all time. Maths & English (notice I've given it a 9), but it does have Dizzee's first truly awful song "Suk My Dick," in addition to a few other throwaway tracks. On the flipside though, we are treated to a few of the Contrary to some user, this is in fact Dizzee's worst album to date. But that is only his first two albums were two of the most important rap records of all time. Maths & English (notice I've given it a 9), but it does have Dizzee's first truly awful song "Suk My Dick," in addition to a few other throwaway tracks. On the flipside though, we are treated to a few of the finest moments of his career in "Pussyole" "Da Feelin" and "Bubbles." I don't think Dizzee has lost his voice at all with this album. While it is obviously a lot different both in theme and production that Boy In Da Corner, it still has just the perfect amount of grime to keep it interested. Honestly, I can't imagine a better fusion of mainstream hip-hop and grime. Dizzee totally pulls it off and this album is right behind Brother Ali as my favorite hip-hop/rap album of the year so far.… Expand
  7. RichardC
    Jun 13, 2007
    10
    Wow, what an album. It has everything and sounds like nothing else. Trend settings!
  8. Deshad
    Jun 12, 2007
    10
    A good third effort by Dizzee. This album is (in my humble opinion) better than the first two in that his production has evolved a great deal without him losing the grit and grime that defines the UK sound. A sound that he helped to bring overseas. Add to this that he's still able to deliver good lyrics as well and its a no brainer that this album is a must have.
  9. MattJ
    Jun 8, 2007
    8
    Probably Dizzee's funnest album, but still cuts deeper than most mainstream rappers. From the dancey fun of pussyole, to the brilliant metaphorical video and song of sirens. A great album about identity, which is what dizzee does best

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98
#98 Best Album of 2007

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Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 19
  3. Negative: 0 out of 19
  1. Observer Music Monthly
    100
    Essential.
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  2. The Guardian
    80
    It's Dizzee Rascal's pop album: catchy and danceable.
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  3. New Musical Express (NME)
    70
    His straightest record yet, delving into crunk, rock, drum'n'bass and pop with varying results.
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