Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers
by Kendrick Lamar
  • Record Label: pgLang
  • Release Date: May 13, 2022
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  1. Lilvictor
    May 13, 2022
    10
    Amazing, a masterpiece, it's a vulnerable side of Kendrick, talking about maturity, black parenting and relationship, it's deep and important
  2. toodths
    May 13, 2022
    10
    Truly one of his most introspective albums. Touching on so many topics with each song, while also commenting on self struggles. From the lyrics, to the mixing. Everything is just beautiful. While i can agree that its more of a slow album, it doesn't ruin the flow at all with Kendrick still managing to give us some bangers. A all round amazing album when you really listen too it, which isTruly one of his most introspective albums. Touching on so many topics with each song, while also commenting on self struggles. From the lyrics, to the mixing. Everything is just beautiful. While i can agree that its more of a slow album, it doesn't ruin the flow at all with Kendrick still managing to give us some bangers. A all round amazing album when you really listen too it, which is why so many people that listened to it once called it mid and boring... One of my favourite albums he's released to date and definitely lived up to my expectations.… Expand
  3. J-den
    May 13, 2022
    10
    this album shows Kendrick talking about the culture we see this in his songs like we cry together showing how toxic the black/mainstream culture is he shows the toxicity of culture with the arguing in we cry together of the culture of mainstream media in auntie stories showing how strong his auntie was for transitioning when the media hated trans and now how the media demonizes opinionsthis album shows Kendrick talking about the culture we see this in his songs like we cry together showing how toxic the black/mainstream culture is he shows the toxicity of culture with the arguing in we cry together of the culture of mainstream media in auntie stories showing how strong his auntie was for transitioning when the media hated trans and now how the media demonizes opinions that that are different when he says the f slur saying he's gonna get canceled show Kendrick genius and how he stick to the theme of culture throughout even including Kodak black a known racist and trump supporter showing if we disagree we don't have to hate like Kanye with marlin Manson and dababy now to say this is right or not is to the individual but we can acknowledge Kendrick theme and idea how he shows it and how great it is put into a song also the combination of rhymes and beats flowing and clashing seals Kendrick's place as a top artist no other artist can compare to his genius… Expand
  4. perfectmusic
    May 13, 2022
    10
    Best Kendrick album yet! The issues he discusses are often disregarded in the music industry. This is his most transformational album!
  5. Danrleyy
    May 13, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Como era de se esperar, o álbum é nível Kendrick Lamar, não possui erros, músicas não são repetitivas e todas passam uma mensagem diferente. O vocal também impecável, assim como os beats
    Não poderia ser diferente 10/10    … Expand
  6. PeytonHargett
    May 13, 2022
    10
    As a new addition into Kendrick discography this is a 10/10. Ever song gives joy and an expansion of the mind.
  7. BanderB
    May 13, 2022
    10
    I was beyond impressed with this album. A musical journey from Track 1 - 18, with powerful instrumentals, vocals, and messaging regarding grief, introspection, and aspects of modern culture. Worth repeated listens and an instant classic!
  8. osasquin
    May 13, 2022
    10
    simply a masterpiece. kendrick outdoes himself with a phenomenal lyricism by every song and presents the listener with one of the best storytelling ever made in the history of hiphop. this albuns has remarkable songs and features, with only a couple songs that may be not as good as the others given the high standard this album puts. this gotta be the best kendrick album since to pimp asimply a masterpiece. kendrick outdoes himself with a phenomenal lyricism by every song and presents the listener with one of the best storytelling ever made in the history of hiphop. this albuns has remarkable songs and features, with only a couple songs that may be not as good as the others given the high standard this album puts. this gotta be the best kendrick album since to pimp a butterfly. the only reservation I got through this album is that it may not be one that can be played in repeat for a average listen, but the quality of this piece of art is a 10 in every aspect. I would truly give a 9.5 out of 10 but a 10 simplifies all of my feelings through this album.… Expand
  9. Gschwert95
    May 13, 2022
    10
    After listening to the album a few times, I can safely say Kendrick has done it again. The storytelling on this offering is so vivid and beautiful, but don't be surprised if some of the lyrics hold up a mirror to show your reflection. A lot of relatable stuff on here, and a lot of Kendrick reflecting on his own issues and the growth that's come from it. 10/10 easily, from the stellarAfter listening to the album a few times, I can safely say Kendrick has done it again. The storytelling on this offering is so vivid and beautiful, but don't be surprised if some of the lyrics hold up a mirror to show your reflection. A lot of relatable stuff on here, and a lot of Kendrick reflecting on his own issues and the growth that's come from it. 10/10 easily, from the stellar production to the tantalizing lyrics this was truly a work of art and I will most definitely be listening over and over all week to digest it completely.… Expand
  10. JulioKen
    May 13, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is a trip, he somehow told the story of self development and mental health progression in the style of a play/musical. There is still a lot to dissect but because of where I am mentally and recently opening up to therapy and being put on medication for PTSD, this album just sits right with me. It makes me feel that I’m not alone and even my idol goes through the same stuff that I go through, while also giving me hope that I can resolve my inner conflicts.… Expand
  11. Funkshion
    May 13, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Different approach, great content, huge effort of art infused in the music. A classic… Expand
  12. Matador25
    May 13, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 20/10, tremendo álbum God sinceramente considero que es de lo mejor que ha sacado Kendrick desde DAMN… Expand
  13. byuniac
    May 13, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the bestest album of this year. definitely not disappointed, i knew he’d give some bops as always… Expand
  14. swenis
    May 13, 2022
    10
    New **** new kung fu kenny! For real though this is **** amazing, please please listen
  15. HorriblyAwkward
    May 13, 2022
    9
    Sometimes an artist shift in a way that makes us feel uncomfortable or overlooked as fans of their art. I always welcome when an artist makes music for them and not us. Kendrick continues to show us how self dedicated he is. This isn't music...it's performance art over a beat. Cheers
  16. Alterevn
    May 13, 2022
    10
    This album is genius. It's not what I expected which keeps it fresh and gives it replay value. It's such a well crafted and heavy album executed at the highest standard. oklama gets a 9 from me. We need this in modern rap.
  17. peacefulgliding
    May 13, 2022
    10
    Another masterpiece, Kendrick Lamar never disappoints, the music composed is excellent, and the lyrics are even more, this album was really, really good
  18. JJSM00
    May 13, 2022
    10
    una obra maestra de pie a cabeza, es increíble lo que logra trasmitir! todas las canciones conectan con el oyente.
  19. Spirit42672
    May 14, 2022
    9
    This Album is complex. If you go in with expectations, you are going to miss it. It literally feels like the Audio of a play or opera. It’s like a one man show. With ocassional guest appearance to assist during specific acts. THE CREATIVITY IS JUST STUPID. One of those pieces of work where you just need to sit! Kendrick become void vulnerable and bares his soul. Not worried aboutThis Album is complex. If you go in with expectations, you are going to miss it. It literally feels like the Audio of a play or opera. It’s like a one man show. With ocassional guest appearance to assist during specific acts. THE CREATIVITY IS JUST STUPID. One of those pieces of work where you just need to sit! Kendrick become void vulnerable and bares his soul. Not worried about critics (although he has rave reviews again), or streams, or sales. It’s just an honest piece of therapy, by one great artist. Definitely not made for the culture but definitely something this wack ass culture needs. For those of us it reaches, I say THANK YOU FOR SHARING. Aunties Diariea, We Cry Together, Mother I Sober, Die Hard, Roch Spirit, Mr Morale, Solent Hl, Saviour, I mean just the album as a whole. It’s a lot to digest, but I love music that takes me out of my comfort zone.

    IT IS A MAGNIFICENT PIECE OF ART!!!! He chose Him….and shouldn’t be sorry! I love it!    … Expand
  20. JayDeeshka
    May 13, 2022
    10
    It's incredible how he combines different topics and different styles on that album.
  21. BillieElle
    May 14, 2022
    10
    There's nothing to say. This album is ***ing perfect. Song 8 is so much fun.
  22. Danut
    May 14, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I think it's a great album with insane production. At the same time kendrick lyriscim is always top tier with this album feeling more like a therapy through all the songs.… Expand
  23. Fran_Kcyo
    May 14, 2022
    10
    El mejor álbum que he escuchado en mi vida, maldita sea es tan perfecto, desde N95 hasta Wey Cry Together, simplemente perfecto
  24. Lor714z
    May 14, 2022
    10
    Incredibile album, i will say that is maybe even better than tpabf, the first disc off the album contains incredible tracks such as we cry togheter, the second disc has a sound less jazzy but it's still incredible.
  25. liftedrifter
    May 14, 2022
    10
    Another inscrutable opus from Compton's finest. This is what we've been waiting for.
  26. hliaspap
    May 14, 2022
    10
    Outstanding storytelling and messages provided in this masterpiece of an album .
  27. Kos501
    May 14, 2022
    10
    Best album in History. So inspirational, so emotional, so true. He is the most real artist after Tupacs death.
  28. Mrholdmybeer
    May 14, 2022
    10
    This album is only but a confirmation that Mr. Morale actually achieved the breakthrough that he claims in his psychological exploration of his psyche. Despite few moments of awkwardness of the beats and rhymes of some tracks, MMTBS is nothing less than a masterpiece that's well thought out and executed. The world should be glad that he took his time to grow before saying something again.
  29. Ktior
    May 14, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best rap album of the decade best album of all genre in all categories
    He is certified Goat    … Expand
  30. Nephilym
    May 14, 2022
    10
    Incredible production, mix, themes, the album is dense so you need some listen to understand it and appreciate it.
  31. Brianf305
    May 14, 2022
    10
    Kendrick Lamar’s most raw, personal, emotional album.

    Kendrick is a human being with flaws and he is not anyones savior.
  32. Betcoo
    May 14, 2022
    9
    This album won’t work for everyone in Kendrick’s fan base or general audience, but this album takes risks, directions, and cues from many different places and artists in such an incredible fashion, it’s baffling. There’s moments where Kendrick is just being himself in the best way possible, such as the controversial but passionately beautiful Auntie Diaries, or the amazing storytelling inThis album won’t work for everyone in Kendrick’s fan base or general audience, but this album takes risks, directions, and cues from many different places and artists in such an incredible fashion, it’s baffling. There’s moments where Kendrick is just being himself in the best way possible, such as the controversial but passionately beautiful Auntie Diaries, or the amazing storytelling in Mother I Sober, but surprisingly, the traditional Kendrick songs are a minority among this track list. While Baby Keem and Kendrick’s cyclical influence is obvious here, what shines even harder is Kanye West’s. Songs here are structure like there ripped straight from The Life Of Pablo. Count Me Out and N95 sound gritty and gloating just like West’s signature style. Kendrick takes inspiration from Common, GZA, and many more, yet one thing rings through all of these, he does it, on average, better than they all do. It’s incredible the growth in artistry, writing, and weight that Kendrick shows on this amazing project. The only reason this isn’t a 10, is due to the lackluster WorldWide Steppers and the middling Silent Hill, besides that, almost every song is perfect in it’s own way.… Expand
  33. Plu
    May 14, 2022
    10
    I've listened to this front to back and I love it. I know it doesn't have a stand out hit song or songs like DAMN. but it's more of a continuous look in how he sees the world and how he got to that viewpoint and I like that. N95 is great too.
  34. Plebser
    May 14, 2022
    10
    Kendrick Lamar has gotten to a difficult point in his career. It's the realization that the only man people compare him to is himself. This album isn't about the industry or some greater picture. It's about Kendrick Lamar, his thoughts, his struggles, and his growth. That's what makes this album so unique compared to anything else he has ever released before. The sound may be more modernKendrick Lamar has gotten to a difficult point in his career. It's the realization that the only man people compare him to is himself. This album isn't about the industry or some greater picture. It's about Kendrick Lamar, his thoughts, his struggles, and his growth. That's what makes this album so unique compared to anything else he has ever released before. The sound may be more modern than what people are used to from Lamar, but it's executed well. It definitely grows on you over time. I don't know that this album is for sure a 10, but seeing the album rated a 0 as if it has no worth is frustrating and I am compensating for that.… Expand
  35. Philg0413
    May 14, 2022
    10
    Breathtaking. Just, breathtaking. The amount of emotion in each song, the lyricism as always. Amazing
  36. kennyslick16
    May 14, 2022
    10
    Better than DAMN. Honestly people are just hating tl hate. This album is simply amazing
  37. Darth_Bulldog
    May 14, 2022
    10
    Still too early to process the album. Only time can tell how this album preforms. It's his deepest album, almost like a therapy session for him, as he reveals the struggles of his past and how they still haunt him. Superb mix of deep songs (Mother I Sober) and hype songs (N95) which all deliver.
  38. Anjel09
    May 15, 2022
    10
    After more than five years finally a new Kendrick album, it was an amazing project, and i hope some more of this new Kendrick style can come out more often.
  39. lucas_earth
    May 15, 2022
    10
    Absolutely fantastic album, tackling many real world issues and getting really serious at times. Kendrick never misses.
  40. Mxl_vxn
    May 15, 2022
    10
    Man, Kendrick has done it again. This album was so immersive, and a lot of songs were that real **** Mirror, crown, rich spirit, aunties diaries, silent hill, savior, we cry together and united in grief are my favourites
  41. SMCV
    May 17, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is an album that differs from previous themes delved into on prior albums by Kendrick. Mr. Morale and The Big Steppers is a significantly introspective album about who Kendrick is as a person and how he has grown since his earliest days. It is profoundly human, and what I believe to be an album that Kendrick made for himself more so than to “please everyone.” Production is also top-notch, and combined with k-dots signature poetic lyricism there is enough for me to deem this album an instant classic. 94/100.… Expand
  42. Falkiion
    May 15, 2022
    10
    simply amazing. every listen it gets better and better to the point where i think it might be my favorite Kendrick album.
  43. JayMVP
    May 15, 2022
    9
    SUCH a great album. Even lowkey better than DAMN. and that was one of my favorite albums of all time! The beats are great, Kendrick performs ridiculous flows, the lyrics are immaculate and the variation is good enough. Absolutely no skips and overall the best album we have had in a few years!
  44. TheEdical
    May 15, 2022
    8
    This record is Kendrick's most personal. It delves in the concepts of therapy, toxic relationships, bad parenting, and much more. Kendrick is back and the hiatus was worth it.
  45. davidvitee
    May 15, 2022
    10
    Como era de esperarse, Kendrick saco un álbum con excelente lirica y producción, las canciones expresan sentimiento por parte de ambos sectores, sin duda uno de los favoritos al AOTY.
  46. lucasbaek1
    May 16, 2022
    8
    experimental, creative and inspirational. In some ways, DAMN. remains top tier, but that doesn't mean that this album is not as good as the previous album
  47. anuelAA3412
    May 16, 2022
    9
    it’s one of the best albums that i've heard in all my life, is simply a masterpiece.
  48. DawsonHH
    May 16, 2022
    8
    Hearing Kendrick get so personal on this album was a real treat, just getting a deeper dive into his life and he dealt with quite a few heavy topics on this album, however I feel like his soundscape suffered a bit from the focus on his message, songs like Mr. Morale sound like they came straight from Black Panther. Overall great album and probably Kendrick’s 3rd best.
  49. dumdummoron
    May 16, 2022
    9
    This is Kendrick’s most personal album yet, he lays it all out from his childhood trauma to his current mental state. He touches on many important topics in really hard hitting ways and it’s so beautiful to see such a massive artist unshackling themselves from preconceived notion’s and being so… human.
  50. AndreBorba
    May 14, 2022
    10
    Alright, this is gonna be hard. I'm writing this in English although is not my main language, but i want to reach the max people i can. Right now at the moment, i'm been through a rough depression, my days are completely trash and i feel like the ugliest and worst person alive. Constantly i have suicidal thoughts and most part of the things i've liked in some point of my life just don'tAlright, this is gonna be hard. I'm writing this in English although is not my main language, but i want to reach the max people i can. Right now at the moment, i'm been through a rough depression, my days are completely trash and i feel like the ugliest and worst person alive. Constantly i have suicidal thoughts and most part of the things i've liked in some point of my life just don't seems the same thing.

    But this album... Really did something.

    I was really excited to the new Kendrick album, but in the same week he was dropping i had some real bad crisis. When it dropped i was awake in the dawn, and i thought with myself: "Ah, alright, i don't have nothing more to do, let's listen to that".

    And man, it was really special. Every track showing some really deep narrative, great melodies, an absolute insane production. I wasn't expecting something so good as it is this one.

    Some tracks i will bring to my entire life, like "Die Hard", "Father Time", "Rich Spirits", and specially "Count Me Out".

    This is the prime Kendrick again in the scene.

    I don't think my depression disappeared, but i'm really better after that, when i'm down i'll always listen to this album, cause it's really impactful in my life.

    Thanks a lot Kendrick Lamar, you're one of my main inspirations in life. 10/10.    … Expand
  51. MexicanOnMusic
    May 13, 2022
    10
    This album undoubtedly is the album of the year, appreciate 5 years of absence of a big album which combine his previous albums, just a masterpiece
  52. Mas154
    May 13, 2022
    10
    Flawless one, Kendrick takes one step forward every album he drops. Production, lyrics, order of the album. Perfection at its peak.
  53. Rajjah06
    May 13, 2022
    10
    Worth the awaiting Lamar delivers his most emotional album, he goes deeper and deeper into the human psyche with a lot of heart. One of his best wait sorry his best ?
  54. mavinhakeem
    May 13, 2022
    10
    A brutally honest album... Best album we've heard since Fiona Apple's Fetch The BoltCutters...
  55. idk_99
    May 13, 2022
    10
    Its fire, Kendrick is back with the fire, feeling free and experiment with new sounds for his music
  56. Syrianpunk
    May 13, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Just here to show support! Stream it ladies and gentlemen! Have a great day. This comment is a filler and it won’t let me post unless I have 75 characters… Expand
  57. X4eva
    May 13, 2022
    10
    One of the best hip hop albums released and a very pleasurable listening experience.
  58. Softanne
    May 13, 2022
    10
    It is an album with celestial notes and lyrics written by the gods outside this plane. Kendrick Lamar has the power to do this, he definitely deserves to be album of the year
  59. JoeTheJoe
    May 13, 2022
    10
    The King of Rap never disappoints. This album has saved hip hop because I have been less than impressed by recent music.
  60. denjamie
    May 13, 2022
    10
    This is a certified masterpiece. Kendrick Lamar has literally outdone himself with this one. It's possibly his best ever album to date.
  61. LilLooneyB3ar
    May 13, 2022
    10
    Kendrick Lamar... What else is there to say, fans are once again given one of the greatest albums of the generation. It's just the expectation for K-Dot. No song on this album lets it down and they are all near-perfect songs
  62. BeastJ18
    May 13, 2022
    10
    This is not only the best album I've heard this year... This is the best album I've heard since To Pimp a Butterfly. This is not an exaggeration, it actually feels reserved to give it a 10/10. It is an example of the heights that music and art in general can achieve. Kendrick Lamar isn't even my favourite rapper, that's probably MF DOOM, with other rappers like Kevin Abstract, Gambino,This is not only the best album I've heard this year... This is the best album I've heard since To Pimp a Butterfly. This is not an exaggeration, it actually feels reserved to give it a 10/10. It is an example of the heights that music and art in general can achieve. Kendrick Lamar isn't even my favourite rapper, that's probably MF DOOM, with other rappers like Kevin Abstract, Gambino, Andre 3000, Earl Sweatshirt, Danny Brown, etc in contention. But Kendrick Lamar is taking music and storytelling to a far higher degree than I've ever seen in rap, or even music in general for the last few years. This is an instant classic and everyone should soak this up, although there's too much depth here to explore, until enough time has passed. Kendrick may not be my favourite MC, but I've considered him the GOAT for quite a while.… Expand
  63. cleitonc
    May 13, 2022
    10
    Kendrick continues to do what no one else does, the greatest artist of our time.
  64. Fidolaflame
    May 13, 2022
    10
    Kendrick rebuking outdated homophobic religious views and instead choosing humanity while also addressing generational trauma and sexual abuse yea..stop playin hes that guy!
  65. billzhq
    May 13, 2022
    8
    A great double disc, provided listeners with a wide spectrum of tracks, fans received an album which combined his previous style to showcase his songwriting and deep ideas that trouble kendrick and he has given us a full palate of tracks to satisfy every type of fan, this isn’t an album on a single subject but more broad ideas on each track, but certain songs resonate with the world weA great double disc, provided listeners with a wide spectrum of tracks, fans received an album which combined his previous style to showcase his songwriting and deep ideas that trouble kendrick and he has given us a full palate of tracks to satisfy every type of fan, this isn’t an album on a single subject but more broad ideas on each track, but certain songs resonate with the world we live in today, it isn’t for everyone but for the Kendrick Lamar fan which loves to listen to the words of Lamar, top notch production as always. Song construction is cohesive, genius and engaging.… Expand
  66. alfieoneguy
    May 13, 2022
    10
    Wow, I have listened to a total of 53,773 albums in my lifetime and this is BY FAR the greatest I have ever heard. Ranging from the relatability of tracks such as ‘We Cry Together’, to the incredibly deep lines from features such as Summer Walker on ‘Purple Hearts’ where she proclaims “It ain’t love if you ain’t eat my ass”.

    Thank you Kendrick Lamar Duckworth, you have officially    Wow, I have listened to a total of 53,773 albums in my lifetime and this is BY FAR the greatest I have ever heard. Ranging from the relatability of tracks such as ‘We Cry Together’, to the incredibly deep lines from features such as Summer Walker on ‘Purple Hearts’ where she proclaims “It ain’t love if you ain’t eat my ass”.

    Thank you Kendrick Lamar Duckworth, you have officially completed music.    … Expand
  67. MStroud
    May 13, 2022
    10
    Kendrick is breaking new ground and crushing the stereotype of what a rapper and hip hop artist can be. The fact that he somehow continues to do this after several highly regarded albums is a testament of how dedicated he is to his craft as an artist. I would say that Mr. Morale and the Big Steppers is peak Kendrick Lamar..
    But that would imply that Kendrick has a peak.
  68. Hypocritics1
    May 13, 2022
    7
    There are some amazing ideas and songs on this album. The trio from Aunties diaries to Sober-Mother might be the best 3-song run on any Kendrick album, ranging from deeply personal to club-ready banger and right back into the deeply personal without feeling awkward. The album does, however, have some lackluster moments, especially instrumentally. Silent Hill just sounds uninspired and theThere are some amazing ideas and songs on this album. The trio from Aunties diaries to Sober-Mother might be the best 3-song run on any Kendrick album, ranging from deeply personal to club-ready banger and right back into the deeply personal without feeling awkward. The album does, however, have some lackluster moments, especially instrumentally. Silent Hill just sounds uninspired and the "huhhhh!" part of the chorus made me roll my eyes. Still a solid album but with more skips than the average Kendrick project.… Expand
  69. Absinth
    May 13, 2022
    7
    The highs are high and the lows are low. It's not a 5 star or a perfect album. While it has some of his best work, it also had skippable moments. Wish I liked it more.
  70. Wanesta
    May 13, 2022
    10
    It's been about a decade now that Kendrick Lamar has increasingly become a critically-acclaimed MC, but with his 4th major studio-album, he's putting on concrete the simple fact that he's the greatest rapper in the history of music, dead or alive. With his astonishing storytelling abilities, his admirable heart-on-sleeves confessions, his brilliant beats mixed with mind-blowing rhymes; allIt's been about a decade now that Kendrick Lamar has increasingly become a critically-acclaimed MC, but with his 4th major studio-album, he's putting on concrete the simple fact that he's the greatest rapper in the history of music, dead or alive. With his astonishing storytelling abilities, his admirable heart-on-sleeves confessions, his brilliant beats mixed with mind-blowing rhymes; all of the above, and maybe a little more is present on "Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers", a one-of-a-kind emotional tale about the journey through oneself worth, relationship and purpose. It's deeply raw, tumultuous and not for the faint of heart. It's also one of the greatest rap albums of all time, the third from Kendrick after TPAB and GKMD.… Expand
  71. Igivethebest
    May 13, 2022
    10
    The five years wait was worth the wait as Kendrick gave us a perfect album.
  72. WILDBILLTHEIV
    May 13, 2022
    10
    An outstanding LP that will eventually with time become his best album since TPAB
  73. Jgnutti1
    May 13, 2022
    10
    The introspective is really incredible in this album. Another work from Kendrick that is completely unlike the others. This one will take some time to digest for most to fully appreciate it.
  74. Sleepyhallow999
    May 16, 2022
    8
    Album is just kinda mid. crowns is nothing but Kendrick saying he can't please everyone and we cry together is just a argument over a beat (Edit) I listened to the album again its pretty good ignore the first review except for the part about Crowns and We Cry Together I still believe.
  75. Davante
    May 13, 2022
    10
    A classic album by a legendary musician. Its a journey in the mind of one of the greatest while he shares his vulnerabilities and sacrifice his ego for the greater good . I am.All of us .
  76. Bkunene21
    May 14, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece, nothing more nothing less. From the overall production, to the song song writing everything is just impeccable.
  77. RegenT_A_1300
    Dec 20, 2022
    0
    this album is actually amazing but I just want Denzel higher, remember that this is so good and near perfect, don't mind the score
  78. meeep
    May 14, 2022
    6
    In my opinion this is a good album, but a bad Kendrick-album. Its a huge step-down from his last albums. The lyrics and flows are amazing. But the instrumentals were so boring. Except for a few tracks, I just couldn't really enjoy the album.
  79. dejackamo
    May 14, 2022
    5
    Has some great lyrics, both bars and lyrics. Just not an album I really want to vibe to. Just playing while playing video games or on a drive, just doesn’t do it for me.
  80. Thefonzzz
    May 13, 2022
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Underwhelming. Subjects are deep. Production is great. But most of the songs ultimately miss the mark and feel jumbled. Some good sings like mirror, n95, die hard and Father Time. Unfortunately, as a Kendrick Lamar fan, it’s a clear step down for me from his other classic albums like, damn, to pump a butterfly, and good kid, maad city. I can see this album growing on ppl, but only to his true fans. With clear lack of radio hits, most people won’t give it enough listens to it allow it to grow on you.… Expand
  81. garpar
    May 13, 2022
    6
    Overall very underwhelming. Less cohesiveness, edge, and impressive lyricism than past works. The album feels uninspired and captures themes like stress, anxiety, and depression much more literally and less creatively than on DAMN (namely on FEEL and FEAR). It was perhaps too much to hope for a fourth straight classic, but I didn’t think Mr. Morale would fall below Section.80.
  82. schottip
    May 14, 2022
    9
    ++ INITIAL THOUGHTS FIRST, FINISHED REVIEW AFTER++
    (GAVE IT A 5/10 initially!)
    (1) First listen through and some replays of "mr morale" or "united" (because i remembered some of their melody parts): Altough topics seem really great for Americas ego "culture" problems. its feeling a little like medieval ages for the rest of the western world. it might be ignorant by me, but I can only    ++ INITIAL THOUGHTS FIRST, FINISHED REVIEW AFTER++
    (GAVE IT A 5/10 initially!)

    (1) First listen through and some replays of "mr morale" or "united" (because i remembered some of their melody parts): Altough topics seem really great for Americas ego "culture" problems. its feeling a little like medieval ages for the rest of the western world.
    it might be ignorant by me, but I can only judge from my perspective and I know that we all know that that's okay if we have compassion for each other.

    I'm not convinced that lyrics alone can make a track.
    I see the most enhancement opportunity in the track-list of our critiqued album, because every song has that monotone-monologue going on for them and thats not my personal taste.
    To extend, it's exhausting to keep up with the melody to me.

    I think the album would be a lot more fulfilling if there would be one explosive track in contrastive, just in terms of mixing volume of melody and lyrics to convey subtext of choice.

    "Heart 5" (as a foreword for this album) had that explosive wanted characteristic. the purist smokey voice and melody in harmony.

    In that matter it is a little bit of a letdown for me compared to Maad, Tu Pimp or DAMN for me.
    I respect it, but I think I wouldn't listen to any of these tracks again, aside individual tracks that might grow on my like Mr. Morale maybe.

    ~ Will update review when I change my mind when listening more to it.~

    (2) I literally missed all the bangers although I my initial impression was rock solid there was no catchy stuff. Thinking of:
    -'Rich Spirit' (MELODIC BANGER WTH) no words needed.
    -'Silent Hill' where Kendrick jumps into newschool making me vibe to a literal "lil uzi vert" vibe
    -'Saviour' (i.e at 1:05) with its establishing shot back to "we cry together" right into a "political correctness.. how you keep an opinion?" just to use that as a heavy feeling drop

    instant classics.
    This album is a deep meditation and reflection by one individual about different ego influenced topics. But not only for himself but for a mass so contrastful ranging from gang culture to mainstream, ready for YOU to explore. Drop your ego and explore the transformation. one thing is certain "CHANGE IS INEVITABLE"

    (altough like said in day 1 "medieval ages" since theres even(!) more topics to be explored like this intellectually e.g. conscious living, de-attachment, (over)consumption, welfare systems in automatized world or animal ethics - just to name a few)

    give it a try even though it feels different, its a transformation to go    … Expand
  83. Gurranq
    May 13, 2022
    3
    To pimp a butterfly on a Molly comedown.

    Full of heart and soul it seems, however none of the heart and soul that existed within him in albums prior. That guy's gone.
  84. RocketHamster
    May 13, 2022
    9
    Just wow. Kendrick is truly the goat, the features are perfect, the instrumental, lyrics everything about the album is magical
  85. Sacrimony
    May 13, 2022
    3
    His worst album by far. Sonically the album doesn't sound that great. Production is very poor especially from the first half of the album. Some of the concepts here are interesting but the way its delivered is very bland. It honestly feels like a collection of B sides and throwaways that didn't make it onto Damn.
    I don't see much replay value here and after a few months I think most    His worst album by far. Sonically the album doesn't sound that great. Production is very poor especially from the first half of the album. Some of the concepts here are interesting but the way its delivered is very bland. It honestly feels like a collection of B sides and throwaways that didn't make it onto Damn.
    I don't see much replay value here and after a few months I think most people will forget about this project.

    Standout Tracks: Savior, Mirror and Mother I sober.
    Rest: Mid-Trash    … Expand
  86. pushafan80
    May 13, 2022
    1
    I listened to the album multiple times and I just was not impressed. It seems like a huge step down from Kendrick's last album. There was a few good songs but way too many skips.
  87. pakistanicont
    May 13, 2022
    0
    i fell asleep in my lesson to this but then woke up to kendrick saying hed dick my dick on we cry together. so then i felt repent to jesus so i gave it a 10
  88. gemschai
    May 13, 2022
    0
    Underwhelming. His lyricism is always top tier but the production on this album is monotone and nothing new. I will be listening to it again and I hope it grows on me because as a huge fan of his previous albums, I want to love this.
  89. johndoemuxicwee
    May 13, 2022
    0
    i don't really like it nearly as much as other albums, some songs like the kodak interludes are either long or just unnecessary and the first half is really bad at times, seconds half's pre good tho but this 0 is just for the first half
  90. Jayallday996
    May 13, 2022
    0
    Sooooo underwhelming oh my GOD.. waited over 5 years for Kendrick’s return and it seems like he hasnt grown a single bit as an artist over the last 5 years. The production is subpar, the rapping is subpar, the features were disappointing, it lacks originality and it doesnt compare to any of his previous work. Easily his worst project.
  91. a888
    May 13, 2022
    0
    The album is terrible and definitely his worst. Anyone calling it good is d*ckriding.
  92. regalrosas
    May 14, 2022
    0
    overrated mid mid mid mid mid mid mid mid mid mid mid mid mid mid mid mid mid
  93. nielcuck
    May 13, 2022
    3
    this was disappointing. 5 years and kendrick gave us boring trap-rap. Sounds like scrapped songs off of Baby Keem's "The Melodic Blue". Anyone could've made this album, its dull.
  94. Liam09
    May 13, 2022
    0
    Homophobic slurs were said. Bad overrated album,, also I won't support anybody who offends the lgbtqia+ community.
  95. clydecyrus
    May 13, 2022
    0
    I'm in tears. This is the biggest let down of my my entire life. I can't believe I wasted 5 years of my life anticipating this for nothing.
  96. tomuch4u
    May 13, 2022
    1
    By far Kendricks's worst project. Sonically this album does not measure up to his fantastic discography in the past or the contemporary albums of his peers. There are some good concepts on this Album but they are poorly executed. Lyrics Production and Flows are all average. You know its bad when Kodack Black needs to carry the song with Kendrick's subpar performance. No hit songs here thatBy far Kendricks's worst project. Sonically this album does not measure up to his fantastic discography in the past or the contemporary albums of his peers. There are some good concepts on this Album but they are poorly executed. Lyrics Production and Flows are all average. You know its bad when Kodack Black needs to carry the song with Kendrick's subpar performance. No hit songs here that will compare to albums like DAMN and Madd City. Immensely disappointing after a 5 year hiatus.
    This is coming from a decade-long Kendrick fan. This is the only honest review you will see on this site.    … Expand
  97. thunderboltway
    May 13, 2022
    4
    Kendrick finally hit a piece of lint in his previously fascinating career spent navel-gazing. Songs here mostly lack structure, drums, flow, cohesion, nuance, power, and energy. Surprisingly mediocre release with big emperor’s new clothes vibes.
  98. willemb98
    May 19, 2022
    3
    Quite underwhelming, I can always appreciate artists doing their own thing and expressing it in the way they feel comfortable in, but this album falls very flat for me. A lot of the songs sound the same instrumentally and compared to Section 80, Good kid and TPAB this is very very far from his best work. I don't hate the album at all, I just don´t like it. hopefully the next one is great :)
  99. sab123
    Jun 7, 2022
    1
    Just logging in to give this junk a low score in a vain attempt to let the rap obsessed know their idol has no clothes on.
  100. aukalender
    Jun 3, 2022
    0
    I really like Kendrick, TPAB is one of my favorite albums ever, I love DAMN and GKMC as well. When the Heart pt. 5 dropped I was very excited. But this album is, well, a grower. I don't think it is as tightly connected or harmonious as the previous ones. I don't think it has the same pacing as TPAB or DAMN. I don't think it hits the same highs. I do think there are special songs here, likeI really like Kendrick, TPAB is one of my favorite albums ever, I love DAMN and GKMC as well. When the Heart pt. 5 dropped I was very excited. But this album is, well, a grower. I don't think it is as tightly connected or harmonious as the previous ones. I don't think it has the same pacing as TPAB or DAMN. I don't think it hits the same highs. I do think there are special songs here, like Father Time or We Cry Together, that you will really not get anywhere else. But I just don't know, it didn't do the same thing for me as the previous ones.… Expand
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85

Universal acclaim - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 26
  3. Negative: 0 out of 26
  1. Uncut
    Jun 20, 2022
    80
    By far the most compelling persona on Mr Morale & The Big Steppers is the Kendrick who is trying to make sense of his own family. ... ["Mother I Sober" is] a tour de force, almost but not quite as revelatory as "DUCKWORTH", a similar family saga off 2017's DAMN. And the best moment is when the strings swell and Lamar's voice changes. [Aug 2022, p.24]
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  2. RapReviews.com
    Jun 17, 2022
    90
    Through over 70 minutes of Lamar’s latest, every facet of life for the young Compton rapper is held up to the light. Love, pain, hope, despair, triumph, defeat, it’s all there. ... He’s a rapper who understands rapping is more than just a good beat, a good punchline, or a good vocal tone. He’s blessed to have all of that but he takes the platform he got from it and makes art that will last a lifetime.
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  3. The Wire
    Jun 15, 2022
    50
    Introspective, emotionally charged pieces such as “Father Time”, “We Cry Together” and “Savior” provide high – or jarring – points on the record, but elsewhere there are periods of lull absent on previous efforts. ... As sonically impressive as his latest album may be, his approach to the topics under discussion doesn’t feel sufficiently thought out. [Jul 2022, p.48]
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