Queen
by Nicki Minaj
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7.7

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  1. runmethemoney
    Jun 25, 2021
    10
    The queen of rap returns with an amazing and underrated rap album.
    Full of personality, blood sweat and tears.
  2. NickiDojaBazziG
    Jun 25, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es el emjor album de nicki obvio antes que the Pink Print pero es bueno de alguna forma… Expand
  3. mctthewgroom
    Aug 26, 2021
    10
    Cant choose between this and TPP for her best album but it is very close. Queen definitely backs up the title. Highlights for me are Nip Tuck, LLC, Ganja Burn and Barbie Dreams but I love every single track there isn't a single skip.
  4. bpsyi
    Jul 21, 2021
    10
    The other girls really can't compare. Next level **** right here. Bars and flow on top of bars and flow. My only issue is the lack of cohesiveness, and maybe the excessive amount of tracks.
  5. googlegame
    Jul 26, 2021
    10
    Another banger from Nicki. Debuted at #2 even during an hate train. in the album she talks about the people that tried to end her career, but failed. Best tracks are Hard White, LLC, Good Form and Coco Chanel
  6. Onionrings2
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Birlliant Nicki Minaj is the queen of rap. Nicki Minaj is the QUUEEEENNNNN OF RAP!!!!!!!!!!!
  7. Jabery
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One her bests albums always listen to it my fav are ganja burn and good form llc… Expand
  8. yuhthisthat
    Nov 17, 2021
    10
    queen of **** rap you slow ass **** can’t appreciate complex lyricism and good music!!
  9. Lorenzo63
    Aug 1, 2022
    10
    A great album overall, Definitely a switch from her previous work. Her most lyrical work and I love it!
  10. jafethgrande
    Jan 1, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un álbum muy infravalorado...para mí es un álbum monumental y experimental, dónde Nicki se alejo de sus ritmos pop y rap....y lo hizo totalmente rap.....cada pista del álbum es un joya ❤️… Expand
  11. Pickycriticx
    Mar 20, 2022
    10
    Its just so good. Rate this 10/10 if you have big dick ir wet **** But nah its so good im in lovee omfg
  12. Deyvson
    Apr 13, 2022
    10
    as not to like this album, a mixture of vocals of flows, and quality in its lyrics, nicki minaj is for sure a legend in life.
  13. JanMinaj
    May 18, 2022
    10
    They wanted Nicki the bad guy, now she is the bad guy, she is the king and the Queen
  14. Derxert
    Jul 25, 2022
    10
    Nicki's most underrated and unloved album. This album needs more respect - it has great songs such as Chun-Li and Sir.
  15. Ueseley
    Aug 1, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. How not to call this masterpiece of Rip Hop the album of the century made by a rapper, NICKI MINAJ as always showing who the Queen of RAP/RIP Hop is She shows in this album her crazy and fun verses.… Expand
  16. Onikamaraj2024
    Aug 18, 2022
    10
    Nicki is the queen of raaaaap.
    Nicki is the queen of raaaaap.
    Nicki is the queen of raaaaap.
  17. theyartie
    Aug 19, 2022
    10
    Esse álbum está perfeito. Nicki Minaj entregou letras, vocais incríveis para um rapper, bars, flows, referências e muito mais. A Rainha do Rap nunca decepciona
  18. rvstree
    Mar 11, 2023
    10
    An impeccable record with sonically solid vocals, lyrics, bars, and production. Nicki minaj really killed this one.
  19. Arivideosource
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Queen remain the best album rap ever. With good songs vocals lyrics. She remain THe best rapper alive. So many song are really good with amazing Collaboration… Expand
  20. r3al
    Oct 28, 2022
    10
    The best HipHop/Rap Album ever The sound & lyrics sounds so perfect An album who doesn’t need ( reggaetón ) to be perfect People wasn’t ready for to much from the Queen of Rap •NICKI MINAJ•
    We still waiting for her new Album
  21. Kor7
    Oct 30, 2022
    10
    Best album of all time. It's so perfect. I absolutely love this album. All songs are literally perfect
  22. guuhmaraj
    Dec 9, 2022
    10
    this album is so so good, that's why nicki minaj is the queen of rap period
  23. Weezybabytheboy
    Mar 24, 2023
    10
    Her best album. Songs are good but (imo) chun li is not the right choose for first single. But at least its amazing.
  24. JoseArmandoo
    Mar 28, 2023
    10
    Álbum perfeito. Muito bem pensado e criativo, pena que o hatetrain acabou mudando a percepção das pessoas, que por fim acabaram não entendo a proposta do álbum.
  25. apil
    Apr 19, 2023
    10
    La reina del rap siempre sabe como hacerlo, siempre tiene su toque y su estilo característico.
  26. ilyyvi
    May 7, 2023
    10
    An amazing album through and through, has some of the greatest rap songs of all time as well. I really love this album but this era was very tragic for her because of the media. This was a really disappointing occurrence but still this album ever since release had remained in my top 10 of all time. It only got better with each listen
  27. Yhoshua
    Aug 11, 2018
    9
    Nel complesso mi è piaciuto molto, soprattutto "Come See About Me", dove Nicki utilizza la sua voce in un modo fantastico. Alcune tracce un pò troppo lunghe, ma ci sta. Il suo miglior album però per me resta The Pinkprint
  28. RK13
    May 4, 2023
    9
    Now... when this album first came out, I was sceptical and did not enjoy it, hence giving is a 2 rating. However, five year later and this album has aged like fine wine. Nicki's verses are so clever yet sharp. There is a reason why she has had so much longevity in her career. Nicki we love you lyricism and unapologetic confidence that you give in your songs!
  29. musicremarks
    Aug 11, 2018
    9
    This album was just a reminder that she IS and will ALWAYS be the Queen of Rap. Unlike her previous albums, this album was not as heavily influenced by pop. Although her fans might miss new versions of 'The Night Is Still Young' and 'Starships'. This album is more focused towards her hardcore hip hop fans. Barbie Dreams, Majesty and Coco Chanel are the standout tracks. The RecordingThis album was just a reminder that she IS and will ALWAYS be the Queen of Rap. Unlike her previous albums, this album was not as heavily influenced by pop. Although her fans might miss new versions of 'The Night Is Still Young' and 'Starships'. This album is more focused towards her hardcore hip hop fans. Barbie Dreams, Majesty and Coco Chanel are the standout tracks. The Recording Academy better not snub her from not only a nomination but definitely a win in the Best Rap Album category. The album is also in line for the Album of the Year category as well.… Expand
  30. gustavog
    Aug 12, 2018
    9
    Nicki really did a good work with "Queen", the queen of rap doesn't have disappointed us
  31. kikifd
    Aug 11, 2018
    9
    Really great album. Some songs are way too long, but still work perfectly! Great work for Minaj!
  32. thefkntaste
    Aug 11, 2018
    9
    Everything she did with this album is enough to prove that she is the queen already! what a comeback.
  33. TheReviewr
    Aug 10, 2018
    9
    Queen is an album that feels more like a look back at her past success, without the dreaded Nicki Minaj filler tracks. As she matures as an artist, she updates her music style to mesh with 2018 rap music.

    1. Ganja Burn, a story of what she did and how she felt during her hiatus from music. 10/10 2. Majesty ft. Eminem & Labrinth, Nicki and Em never disappoint with their flows 8/10 3.    Queen is an album that feels more like a look back at her past success, without the dreaded Nicki Minaj filler tracks. As she matures as an artist, she updates her music style to mesh with 2018 rap music.

    1. Ganja Burn, a story of what she did and how she felt during her hiatus from music. 10/10
    2. Majesty ft. Eminem & Labrinth, Nicki and Em never disappoint with their flows 8/10
    3. Barbie Dreams, a Nicki version of Just Playing (Dreams) and its the best track on the album 10/10
    4. Rich Sex ft. Lil Wayne, the title sums it up perfectly + a nice Lil Wayne feature 10/10
    5. Hard White, Nicki goes hard AF on this track and the beat is insane 9/10
    6. Bed ft. Ariana Grande, this "pop song" sounding song is good but it feels wrong on the album 8/10
    7. Thought I Knew You ft. The Weeknd, I personally don't like the song but The Weeknd helps it 7/10
    8. Run & Hide, this song ended the good song streak this album had, id run and hide from this 4/10
    9. Chun Swae ft. Swae Lee, as stupid as the title is... its fire and starts the streak back up 9/10
    10. Chun-Li, everyone has already heard this no explanation needed for the rating 10/10
    11. LLC, strait fire. her flow could kill a family of five on this song 10/10
    12. Good Form, dat Benz song tho 8/10
    13. Nip Tuck, Nicki's singing on this song is perfect 9/10
    14. 2 Lit 2 Late Interlude, this should have been a full song apposed to Run & Hide 8/10
    15. Come See About Me, this song is so sad but I love it 9/10
    16. Sir ft. Future, fire beat and the typical Future feature 9/10
    17. Miami, this song is what I like to hear from Nicki. Her flow is unreal. 10/10
    18. Coco Chanel ft. Foxy Brown, a different sound for Nicki but Foxy delivers a great verse 8/10
    19. Inspirations Outro, its really apart of Coco Chanel and not another song 7/10

    Standout Songs are Ganja Burn, Barbie Dreams and Chun-Li

    Overall: 8.5 (rounded up to 9) this was a huge upgrade from The Pinkprint but didn't top its best song, Feeling Myself ft. Beyonce. Nicki did great with her new project and it deserves the praise it is getting.    … Expand
  34. 0906tenor
    Aug 10, 2018
    9
    The best album, big songs, Queen rap is Nicki Minaj. My perfect album "Queen"
  35. CriticOFBrazil
    Aug 10, 2018
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album Queen of Onika proves that a woman can speak what she wants without being seen as a woman Bitc not feeling pejorative to curse because in Brazil women can not approach sexual context because they are seen as women who do not pay, who are not worth anything Nicki shows that yes the Woman can and Must expose what she wants to speak in the rhymes, the melodies and the iconic participations of the album. We have the pioneer Foxy Brown in the 80's and 90's, showing that she has not lost her ability to play the verses and play with them like two diamond marbles in Coco Chanel. This is a well deserved Grammy album. Congratulations Nicki Minaj!… Expand
  36. Modelmeup
    Aug 13, 2018
    9
    I think this album is so epic. it’s just show so many different sides of lyrical rap and how it can be finessed and played with, taken serious w/e way u want it to be it can be and that take pure genius talent. NO LYRICAL Handcuffs or industry standard. Nicki takes us there with singing- Raps, she mumble raps, hardcore rap, Dance Hall, she gives us twerk, W/ catch Uptempo #Goodform, sheI think this album is so epic. it’s just show so many different sides of lyrical rap and how it can be finessed and played with, taken serious w/e way u want it to be it can be and that take pure genius talent. NO LYRICAL Handcuffs or industry standard. Nicki takes us there with singing- Raps, she mumble raps, hardcore rap, Dance Hall, she gives us twerk, W/ catch Uptempo #Goodform, she then catches the world off guard with ballads to get us through the day!! Track “ Come see about me “ what is quite surprising she sounds amazing. Like no other album, slight autotune tune but it’s nothing like a T-pain. The tracks are fun, there some gems that are just straight spitting genius, like #Minajesty ft Emenim, HARD WHITE where she declares her Crown back and makes it clear that if and anyone ever puts it on again it WILL be Knocked off. A track called #LLC takes the cake when it comes to rap Battle. Nicki came and she Did what she had to do! TRACK 17: #MIAMI Ever wanted to know to what’s it like being one of the biggest Drugs lords in a city that demands /.. well sit down sm*ke a bl**t and think Grand theft Auto MIAMI because Nicki Minaj executes this with slick Lyrics, sexy , Cocky Flow very catchy , Never to fall short of her witty and catchy Barz “ just the other day I was in MIAMI/ got the low low on perks /low low on them zannies / **** know my **** petty I ain’t talking Manis / pull up with a lot of boddies don’t forget the addy/ when i run up in the town I ain’t chitty Chatty/ got some real pretty **** that’s come w a fatty /too much money I ain’t never need a sugardaddy / I’m the bell of the ball you can call me pattie “ then an Iconic Dance Hall Sample ft FOXY Brown to close the show.. but let’s talk about when beat drops Nicki’s bars are clear , boisterous and in your face! Oh and don’t for get the Dance..
    Great body of work. Some may say it isn’t coheisive but I have to disagree nothing on this album is same. Each track stands out in ways that one may say it’s not in order but how can it be order on creativity and #BOLDNESS each track is so unique. It’s sticks out. It’s a rap art Masterpiece. Easily #Grammy worthy !    … Expand
  37. Alby_G
    Aug 10, 2018
    9
    In "Queen" we see a more experimental side of Nicki Minaj. With songs like "Ganja Burns" and "Majesty" , Minaj does not choose traditional hard-hitting Hip-Hop beats, but chooses untraditional rap beats, which, really pay off in separating her from other rappers. The album is well organized, and shows Nicki Minaj's versatility with the fun "Chun-Li" to the sassy "LLC" to the very emotionalIn "Queen" we see a more experimental side of Nicki Minaj. With songs like "Ganja Burns" and "Majesty" , Minaj does not choose traditional hard-hitting Hip-Hop beats, but chooses untraditional rap beats, which, really pay off in separating her from other rappers. The album is well organized, and shows Nicki Minaj's versatility with the fun "Chun-Li" to the sassy "LLC" to the very emotional "Come See About Me". This is by far Minaj's best work to date, and it will be interesting to see what Queen Pt 2 has to offer.… Expand
  38. deanjacobson_
    Sep 28, 2018
    9
    After a four year abstinence from releasing an album, Nicki Minaj has asserted her position as Queen of the Rap game. Starting off with a catchy melody that develops into a flow that perfectly suits the album, Nicki's collection of music is highly developed, crafted and flows extremely well. The album was made too long with interludes and outros, which could have had great potential. TheAfter a four year abstinence from releasing an album, Nicki Minaj has asserted her position as Queen of the Rap game. Starting off with a catchy melody that develops into a flow that perfectly suits the album, Nicki's collection of music is highly developed, crafted and flows extremely well. The album was made too long with interludes and outros, which could have had great potential. The album's failure to commercially succeed on charts is still a mystery, however, despite this, however, Queen has definitely been her best album so far.… Expand
  39. NeerJR
    Aug 12, 2018
    9
    Minaj promised and delivered. First time listens can be quite deceiving so after a few listens I definitely feel that this album hit the mark. "Queen" had high expectations without a doubt, especially following "The Pinkprint", nonetheless it blends the classic feel with incredible beats and impeccable lyrics. The only hiccup for me would be that each track delivers a similar topic, thoughMinaj promised and delivered. First time listens can be quite deceiving so after a few listens I definitely feel that this album hit the mark. "Queen" had high expectations without a doubt, especially following "The Pinkprint", nonetheless it blends the classic feel with incredible beats and impeccable lyrics. The only hiccup for me would be that each track delivers a similar topic, though that is not necessarily a problem. Overall, "Queen" lives up to its title.
    9.5    … Expand
  40. yazmyn
    Aug 12, 2018
    9
    The entire album has got only two skips. That means out of NINETEEN songs, only two I find not fitting for the album. I think Nicki, once again, proved that she is simply one of the best rappers in the rap game and definitely unbeatable in the female rap game. This album has surpassed all expectations and I'm beyond excited to see how it will do.
  41. HajjMalik
    Aug 13, 2018
    9
    Though I'm unsure where it stands in her catalog, Queen surpassed expectations. As a result of her sometimes confusing rollout and the stark difference between official singles "Chun-Li" & "Bed", I was unsure of which direction Nicki would take for her 4th swing at the bat. Sticking to true to Dancehall & Rap influences, Queen stands as her least Pop-Influenced album. Not as confessionalThough I'm unsure where it stands in her catalog, Queen surpassed expectations. As a result of her sometimes confusing rollout and the stark difference between official singles "Chun-Li" & "Bed", I was unsure of which direction Nicki would take for her 4th swing at the bat. Sticking to true to Dancehall & Rap influences, Queen stands as her least Pop-Influenced album. Not as confessional as 2014s The Pinkprint, Queen sees her sharing aspects of her personal life while also keeping the braggadocios swagger about her that fans have come to love. The Mike-Will-Madeit produced "Good Form" will definitely pick up where "Anaconda" left off, while tracks like "Run & Hide" are reminiscent of "I Lied". Though tracks like "Chun Swae" run a little too long, Queen features the best aspects of Nicki from throughout the years. Album standouts are "Ganja Burns", "Barbie Dreams", "Run & Hide", "Nip Tuck", "Come See About Me" & "Coco Channel".… Expand
  42. Celeberrios
    Aug 13, 2018
    9
    As being part of the barbs myself I would I like to start by saying no this is not nickis best album. But the hate that it is receiving is also not what it deserves. Overall I rate this a 9/10 because it’s is such a good album even though pink print will always be that **** Queen was that album in which you had to look at every song from a different perspective, I liked EVERY song.As being part of the barbs myself I would I like to start by saying no this is not nickis best album. But the hate that it is receiving is also not what it deserves. Overall I rate this a 9/10 because it’s is such a good album even though pink print will always be that **** Queen was that album in which you had to look at every song from a different perspective, I liked EVERY song. Personally my favorites are Barbie Dreams , She really lets all her feelings out and rides the beat so heavy and the little surprise at the end OOOF WIGGGG ! Chun Swae this song I already felt it since I heard it first on QUEENRADIO the wat was so smooth her verse was amazing ! Majesty I can’t even , I think very one that listens to it already knows it’s one of the best! And the rest of the album but I look at each song from various perspectives each time. So please before any of lil Kim’s , cardis or anyone else’s fans attack nicki. Sincerely listen to the album look at the lyrics and if you feel offended about your stan being noticed or called out then sis this is the rap game, get use to it or beat it.… Expand
  43. cucumberwater
    Aug 23, 2018
    9
    I LOVE this album. The more and more I listen to it the more I enjoy it. Queen Minaj uses her wit and raw talent to make what I think is her greatest album. Each song on the album has amazing lyrics and flows. The best songs on the album for me are "Good Form" and "Barbie Dreams" and there are little to no filler songs on the album. And don't forget the star collaborations from Lil Wayne,I LOVE this album. The more and more I listen to it the more I enjoy it. Queen Minaj uses her wit and raw talent to make what I think is her greatest album. Each song on the album has amazing lyrics and flows. The best songs on the album for me are "Good Form" and "Barbie Dreams" and there are little to no filler songs on the album. And don't forget the star collaborations from Lil Wayne, The Weeknd, Swae Lee, Ariana Grande, Future, Eminem, Labrinth, FOXY BROWN! The queen really did reclaim her throne.… Expand
  44. Strephon
    Aug 28, 2018
    9
    Nicki Minaj's Queen is a very good album indeed. The album proved her talent and secured her place as one of the elites of rap. All of the tracks from Ganja Burn until the last all have the potential to be very good individual songs. However, there are some honest downsides. The album is not that cohesive, featuring tracks that do not go with each other very well. For example, I believeNicki Minaj's Queen is a very good album indeed. The album proved her talent and secured her place as one of the elites of rap. All of the tracks from Ganja Burn until the last all have the potential to be very good individual songs. However, there are some honest downsides. The album is not that cohesive, featuring tracks that do not go with each other very well. For example, I believe that Bed featuring Ariana Grande and Rich Sex featuring Lil Wayne should have instead been released as individual songs as promo for the album instead of putting it in the album itself. Also some songs like Chun Swae, while very good, are too long. Nicki should have made it a bit shorter and removed the unnecessary adlibs at the end or at least shortened it. Also, she should have collated the R&B and Rap into separate sides like Drake or at least removed the songs that don't classify with either and released as individual songs. Overall though, while not her best (I still believe that The Pinkprint is her best album), this is a very good album that showcases her lyrical and musical prowess. 'Queen' truly is an album title fitting for the Queen of Rap!… Expand
  45. BGV
    Jun 24, 2019
    9
    Easily the best Nicki Minaj record with very few dispensable tracks. Nicki Minaj really shows who’s the QUEEN!
  46. wdaniel_v
    Aug 23, 2019
    9
    The album is so dope, Ganja Burn, Majesty, Good Form, Come see about me, Bed, all songs deserved 79...
  47. victorialiewind
    Sep 20, 2019
    9
    Not all songs on the album are perfect but I think it's one of best releases of 2018. Nicki proves that she still QUEEN and nobody can dethrone her. Some songs are boring but anyway they're stunning.
  48. tayvoodoo
    Dec 8, 2019
    9
    Amazing and greatly underrated because of the unfair hate train against nicki. My only complaint is that its way too long but still great.
  49. Burkeaa
    Mar 27, 2020
    9
    Ms Minaj shows her versatility more than ever on her fourth studio album Queen, with tracks known as heavy hitters like “Chun Li” and “Hard White” to sultry ballads like “come see about me” and “run and hide” Nicki shows that she is not only a Witty lyricist but also an amazing songwriter.
  50. Dan_y0u
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El album contiene beats tan distintos, pero tan conectados entre si, el album es toda una experiencia auditiva que te alienta a dar lo mejor de ti y que te demuestra que hay muchisimas personas que cada dia se esfuerzan en dar lo mejor de si, y ella es NICKI MINAJ.
    Dando con sus letras el mensaje de que todos podemos llegar a ser parte de la nuestra propia realeza esforzandonos por lo que amamos.    … Expand
  51. williamhi
    Nov 1, 2022
    9
    Nicki Minaj’s 2018 album Queen shows an evolution in her career and music. The album consists of mostly rap/hiphop. The lyricism on the album is one of the highlights on the album and is extremely impressive. There are some tracks that stand out such as (Barbie Dreams, Bed, Nip Tuck, and Ganja Burn) these are the best tracks on the album in my opinion. I think that this album is Nicki’sNicki Minaj’s 2018 album Queen shows an evolution in her career and music. The album consists of mostly rap/hiphop. The lyricism on the album is one of the highlights on the album and is extremely impressive. There are some tracks that stand out such as (Barbie Dreams, Bed, Nip Tuck, and Ganja Burn) these are the best tracks on the album in my opinion. I think that this album is Nicki’s Second Best Piece of work (Just Behind 2014’s The Pinkprint) and shows a lot of her rap talent, and why she is the Queen Of Rap.… Expand
  52. Super-Evil-DOOM
    Mar 5, 2022
    8
    She's finally realized and understood what it takes to make a great rap album: embracing rap as a genre.

    Nicki's prior albums were a seesaw game of playing with the idea of rapping but keeping her feet in R&B, Pop, Electronic, and other water she wasn't fit to swim in. Water she felt unnatural in. Queen is unapologetically embracing the roots of rap with hard-hitting beats and boom bap    She's finally realized and understood what it takes to make a great rap album: embracing rap as a genre.

    Nicki's prior albums were a seesaw game of playing with the idea of rapping but keeping her feet in R&B, Pop, Electronic, and other water she wasn't fit to swim in. Water she felt unnatural in. Queen is unapologetically embracing the roots of rap with hard-hitting beats and boom bap drums, complete with just the right amount of soft singing that Nicki is actually good at (rather than going hard for some pseudo-singer track full of autotune and shaky pitch) and some varied flavor like reggae, which Nicki is very familiar with.

    People will tell you this album is overrated. They'll write it off because it's easy to. Because for a long time Nicki Minaj was a mainstream rapper who was getting by on everything BUT rapping. But, and this is the first time I've ever felt this way, Nicki Minaj has made a great album. One worth listening to. One worth being open-minded with and giving a try. Because right now, this is one of the best rap albums of 2018, and it's probably going to stay that way when the year is over.    … Expand
  53. Wael
    Aug 12, 2018
    8
    8.5/10. Even though it is a rollercoaster, seeing that it absolutely thrives at some points, but nearly falters at others, there is no denying that "Queen" is one of the best records the well-deservedly-earned-title Queen of Rap Nicki Minaj has ever created. The production is just incredible: it's so diverse from tropical beats to gangster sounds to a lot of basses that'll drop you to your8.5/10. Even though it is a rollercoaster, seeing that it absolutely thrives at some points, but nearly falters at others, there is no denying that "Queen" is one of the best records the well-deservedly-earned-title Queen of Rap Nicki Minaj has ever created. The production is just incredible: it's so diverse from tropical beats to gangster sounds to a lot of basses that'll drop you to your knees (I guess that's why it's called "Queen"?), and Minaj is at the top of her game with her lyricism and her bar spitting. The album opens pefectly with 'Ganja Burns' on which Nicki confidently asserts: "You can't wear a Nicki wig and then be Nicki", among other preaches she throws, and then moves to 'Majesty' which definitely feels like it's so in-cohesive that it feels like it was on purpose, but could've used much less Eminem material and a much reduced running time nevertheless. The album keeps leveling things up, with songs like the hard-hitting 'Barbie Dreams', instant-banger 'Hard White' and the Lil Wayne-assisted 'Rich Sex', and then things start to falter a little after that: 'Thought I Knew You', even though well-produced and enjoyable, feels like a filler track, and the Weeknd is utterly useless on the song, and 'Chun Swae', which is also very-well produced and performed, could totally use a much lesser duration than its 6 minutes run. Then the album takes off again with bangers such as 'Chun-Li', absolute highlight 'LLC', and even we get to see soft vulnerable singing Nicki on other highlight 'Come See About Me', which is an instant earworm. The only misstep that remains is a weak song towards the end of the album: the Future-collab 'Sir' is somewhat boring, and feels like it was solely made for the two artists to have more songs to sing together at their joint-tour starting next month.
    That being said, the whole 19-songs pack is very cohesive, and very well put together, and Minaj's rapping and delivery are enough to keep her on her throne where she belongs.    … Expand
  54. DevilPray
    Dec 2, 2018
    8
    Probably my favorite album by her. The first half of the album > her rest discography.
  55. LilScience
    Jan 1, 2022
    8
    Álbum simplesmente incrível, Nicki Minaj veio pra ficar, levando o título 'Queen' o álbum traz uma vibe pop, r&b, rap que deu super certo, algumas faixas provam mais uma vez que a coroa é de uma só e todos sabem quem é, com músicas com Ariana Grande, Lil' Wayne, Swae Lee entre muitos outros ela soube dosar bem e distribuir no álbum os estilos muito bem, que até a faixa Inspirations OutroÁlbum simplesmente incrível, Nicki Minaj veio pra ficar, levando o título 'Queen' o álbum traz uma vibe pop, r&b, rap que deu super certo, algumas faixas provam mais uma vez que a coroa é de uma só e todos sabem quem é, com músicas com Ariana Grande, Lil' Wayne, Swae Lee entre muitos outros ela soube dosar bem e distribuir no álbum os estilos muito bem, que até a faixa Inspirations Outro deu muito certo, e recebe um flow impecável.
    Minhas faixas favoritas são 'Chun Li', 'Majesty', 'Barbie Dreams', 'Bed' e acreditem ou não 'Inspirations Outro'.    … Expand
  56. erolsabadosh
    Aug 11, 2018
    8
    The messy rollout for this project and the lackluster mix of singles had my expectations low but Nicki really delivered a very solid album. It seems that she's continuing to move away from the style mass-appeal hits like Superbass, Starships & Anaconda and back toward a more serious less cartoonish aesthetic and it works. Across 19 tracks Nicki shows off her rap and singing skillsThe messy rollout for this project and the lackluster mix of singles had my expectations low but Nicki really delivered a very solid album. It seems that she's continuing to move away from the style mass-appeal hits like Superbass, Starships & Anaconda and back toward a more serious less cartoonish aesthetic and it works. Across 19 tracks Nicki shows off her rap and singing skills alongside guests including Eminem & Foxy Brown. My favorite tracks are Ganga Burns, Barbie Dreams, Hard White, Run & Hide, Chin Li, LLC, Miami & Coco Chanel. The only tracks I dislike are Sir & Thought I Knew You.… Expand
  57. GFactor
    Aug 11, 2018
    8
    QUEEN

    1. Ganja Burns - 10,0 2. Majesty (Feat. Eminem & Labrinth) - 9,5 3. Barbie Dreams - 9,0 4. Rich Sex (Feat. Lil Wayne) - 8,0 5. Hard White - 7,0 6. Bed (Feat. Ariana Grande) - 9,5 7. Thought I Knew You (Feat. The Weeknd) - 7,5 8. Run & Hide - 7,0 9. Chun Swae (Feat. Swae Lee) - 7,0 10. Chun-Li - 9,5 11. LLC - 9,0 12. Good Form - 9,5 13. Nip Tuck - 7,5 14. 2 Lit 2 Late    QUEEN

    1. Ganja Burns - 10,0
    2. Majesty (Feat. Eminem & Labrinth) - 9,5
    3. Barbie Dreams - 9,0
    4. Rich Sex (Feat. Lil Wayne) - 8,0
    5. Hard White - 7,0
    6. Bed (Feat. Ariana Grande) - 9,5
    7. Thought I Knew You (Feat. The Weeknd) - 7,5
    8. Run & Hide - 7,0
    9. Chun Swae (Feat. Swae Lee) - 7,0
    10. Chun-Li - 9,5
    11. LLC - 9,0
    12. Good Form - 9,5
    13. Nip Tuck - 7,5
    14. 2 Lit 2 Late Interlude - 8,0
    15. Come See About Me - 8,0
    16. Sir (Feat. Future) - 7,0
    17. Miami - 7,5
    18. Coco Chanel (Feat. Foxy Brown) - 8,5
    19. Inspirations Outro - 8,0

    Great album    … Expand
  58. itsvague
    Aug 11, 2018
    8
    Her greatest work to date indeed. Gives you some freeze-burn dissing vibes and legendary slut drops. Cardi's wig not found.
  59. magicalmikl
    Aug 13, 2018
    8
    A 10! A 0! Another 10! Another 0!

    Scroll through the user reviews and that's what you'll see. Unfortunately this means you won't get objectivity, since many Barbz surely swoop in and rate a 10 - and haters a 0 - without even listening. I'm a Nicki super fan, but even taking that hat off I can say the album is fire. 'Ganja Burns' and 'Hard White' have some of the best verses of    A 10! A 0! Another 10! Another 0!

    Scroll through the user reviews and that's what you'll see. Unfortunately this means you won't get objectivity, since many Barbz surely swoop in and rate a 10 - and haters a 0 - without even listening.

    I'm a Nicki super fan, but even taking that hat off I can say the album is fire. 'Ganja Burns' and 'Hard White' have some of the best verses of her career. 'Coco Chanel' will make your speakers (and ears) burst with glee from the insane beat and hard bars. Then put on 'Sir' with Future for a completely different delivery. And if you like softer Nicki, 'Come See About Me' will be your jam.

    Is the album perfect? Of course not. Chun Swae is too long, and a few others (i.e. 'Run and Hide') haven't grown on me yet.

    After 4 years and sky high expectations, I am thrilled with the results. Easily the tightest wordplay of her career, great production value, and 17 songs to choose from. Excellent.    … Expand
  60. kbstrange
    Aug 17, 2018
    8
    Ganja Burns (9/10)
    Majesty (9.5/10)
    Barbie Dreams (10/10) Rich Sex (7/10) Hard White (8.5/10) Bed (7.5/10) Thought I Knew You (7/10) Run & Hide (5/10) Chun Swae (7/10) Chun-Li (8.5/10) LLC (9/10) Good Form (8.5/10) Nip Tuck (8/10) 2 Lit 2 Late Interlude (7.5/10) Come See About Me (9/10) Sir (6/10) Miami (7.5/10) Coco Chanel (8/10) Inspirations Outro (8/10) Album flow    Ganja Burns (9/10)
    Majesty (9.5/10)
    Barbie Dreams (10/10)
    Rich Sex (7/10)
    Hard White (8.5/10)
    Bed (7.5/10)
    Thought I Knew You (7/10)
    Run & Hide (5/10)
    Chun Swae (7/10)
    Chun-Li (8.5/10)
    LLC (9/10)
    Good Form (8.5/10)
    Nip Tuck (8/10)
    2 Lit 2 Late Interlude (7.5/10)
    Come See About Me (9/10)
    Sir (6/10)
    Miami (7.5/10)
    Coco Chanel (8/10)
    Inspirations Outro (8/10)
    Album flow (8.5/10)
    Average (7.95/10)    … Expand
  61. sharpea
    Jun 9, 2019
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Queen is one of Nicki's best albums to date. The staple track 'Barbie Dreams' is a hilarious flip on The Notorious BIG's 'Dreams'. There is absolutely no skips.… Expand
  62. cobaindelrey
    Aug 30, 2019
    8
    There is a pretty diverse catalogue of songs on this lengthy album, which I believe is the standard for Nicki Minaj. She has remixed the “Dreams” track from Biggie and Lil Kim and turned it into a modern version. This album, by the way, did feel rushed. It felt like Minaj had to scramble a couple of different sounding tracks in order to produce an album she has promised to release for fourThere is a pretty diverse catalogue of songs on this lengthy album, which I believe is the standard for Nicki Minaj. She has remixed the “Dreams” track from Biggie and Lil Kim and turned it into a modern version. This album, by the way, did feel rushed. It felt like Minaj had to scramble a couple of different sounding tracks in order to produce an album she has promised to release for four years. She also attempted to adapt to the modern trap sound, and for my personal preference, I dislike the analogousness of trap music since it’s the same recycled beats implemented for every song we hear.

    She exerted her R&B moments which I enjoyed, with the “troubled relationship” vibes coming from tracks such as “Come See About Me” and “Run and Hide.”
    She raps cockily about her skills and achievements in tracks like LLC, and collaborated with another female New York MC: Foxy Brown, on the melodic, bassy instrumental of “Coco Chanel.” I am indeed one of Nicki Minaj’s biggest fans, so I was at least satisfied with the fact that she had finally released an album. Could it have been better? Yes. Is it overall a horrible album? No.

    And as I see some of the biased, hateful and uninformative reviews on here, I just want to comment that it is normal for a rapper to brag about their sexual encounters and other achievements career-wise and personally. Male or female. And not every rap song you hear has to have the same theme involving money, sex and drugs.

    Overall, the album is a solid 8, maybe a 7.9. Nicki Minaj will continue to thrive if she takes her time and keeps pushing her pen, lyrically providing her fans with more creatively-worded puns and metaphors.    … Expand
  63. greedybadidea
    May 24, 2020
    8
    Nicki Minaj returns to the rap game after four years with her fourth studio album 'Queen'. She reinforces her title as the Queen of Rap with this record. Take away a few pacing issues and unnecessary features, and this album would be perfect. Nicki still shows off some great songwriting abilities and her flow is flawless. The album is very cohesive and I enjoyed listening to the fullNicki Minaj returns to the rap game after four years with her fourth studio album 'Queen'. She reinforces her title as the Queen of Rap with this record. Take away a few pacing issues and unnecessary features, and this album would be perfect. Nicki still shows off some great songwriting abilities and her flow is flawless. The album is very cohesive and I enjoyed listening to the full record.

    Album Track Ranking:
    1. Good Form
    2. Bed (feat. Ariana Grande)
    3. Chun-Li
    4. Come See About Me
    5. Ganja Burn
    6. Barbie Dreams
    7. LLC
    8. Rich Sex (feat. Lil Wayne)
    9. Chun Swae (feat. Swae Lee)
    10. Majesty (feat. Labrinth & Eminem)
    11. Nip Tuck
    12. Miami
    13. 2 Lit 2 Late Interlude
    14. Hard White
    15. Run & Hide
    16. Sir (feat. Future)
    17. Coco Chanel (feat. Foxy Brown)
    18. Inspirations Outro
    19. Thought I Knew You (feat. The Weeknd)    … Expand
  64. cipriano
    Feb 6, 2020
    8
    The tracks bring me the purest hip-hop sound I can hear, and with strong beats that brings experience of being in the middle of Nicki's show. The production is well controlled, taking out those tedious tracks and seems to be out of order, behind heavy productions to its totally good compositions and pegactive choruses that makes anyone roll and dance to nicki's sound. She's good at what she does.
  65. scorpio1114
    May 29, 2020
    8
    Underrated and not as bad as it’s painted out to be. definitely excited for the next album more
  66. christian-269
    Jun 21, 2020
    8
    Although there was a few obvious fillers in this album, her versatility shines through with this album. She tackles a different area of rap, where it differed from most of the music that was being released at the time, this body of work proves that Nicki is bold and confident in what she releases. Lyrically, this album is pretty great, I enjoyed hearing some of the bars, especially the hipAlthough there was a few obvious fillers in this album, her versatility shines through with this album. She tackles a different area of rap, where it differed from most of the music that was being released at the time, this body of work proves that Nicki is bold and confident in what she releases. Lyrically, this album is pretty great, I enjoyed hearing some of the bars, especially the hip hop beat classic from Barbie Dreams. A great album but we know Nicki can do better.… Expand
  67. nikris
    Aug 29, 2020
    8
    Great album, fell in love with it. Nicky opened up in him. The Queen of rap is the Queen of rap
  68. Be11
    Nov 20, 2020
    8
    Not her best... The album was and still under appreciated because of the hate all around her. I listened to it like 1 or 2 year after it’s definitely a grower.
  69. Imperial_robot
    Jul 6, 2021
    8
    The album was a great album but some of the tracks was not strong and had the bluntness like the some of them .
  70. tallycritics
    Sep 5, 2021
    8
    quando saiu eu não tive muita paciência para ouvir e analisar ele apesar de ter ouvido por cima e achado bom, e ouvi varias vezes as musicas separadamente. agora 23/08/2021 estou mais madura e pronta pra fazer uma analise seria e completa.
    e quero começar já dizendo que barbie dreams é um dos carros chefes desse álbum, não tem como, essa musica ela novamente demonstra como ela é superior    quando saiu eu não tive muita paciência para ouvir e analisar ele apesar de ter ouvido por cima e achado bom, e ouvi varias vezes as musicas separadamente. agora 23/08/2021 estou mais madura e pronta pra fazer uma analise seria e completa.
    e quero começar já dizendo que barbie dreams é um dos carros chefes desse álbum, não tem como, essa musica ela novamente demonstra como ela é superior em tudo, ela brinca a vera. gostaria de deixar aqui gravado minha aprovação por ela falar de zayn em bed. e eu não lembrava que the weeknd tava nesse álbum, sendo que a musica é muito boa - bônus para ele falando you play the victim every time too that **** came back and hit you times two - não entendi porque tinha deletado da minha mente. llc é uma das musicas que eu me apaixonei quando saiu o álbum e sempre que escuto o sentimento é o mesmo - we don't pay dudes to front like they like my **** we don't pay dudes to come in and write my **** uh -
    partes negativas: as musicas são muito grande sem necessidade, tem muito fillers, faz com que algumas musicas sejam esquecíveis, quando você chega no final o álbum você já nem lembra as musica que tavam no meio. então poderia ser um álbum menor, com menos musicas e com as musicas com duração menor.
    fora isso gostei bastante. não quero falar do grammys mas não tem como fugir, até hoje me irrita muito o que foi feito com esse álbum (principalmente quando aquele álbum lá ganhou como best rap album). o nome do álbum é realmente o que ela é. definitivamente top 5 best rappers of all the times. fim.    … Expand
  71. jamilly333
    Aug 30, 2021
    8
    damn queen you're the biggest in the world i loved that **** QUEEN QUEEN QUEEN QUEEN
  72. plshelpashyguy
    Jul 3, 2022
    8
    Lyrical bars, catchy beats, flawless vocals - it's all related to Nicki Minaj's Queen album. It seems that Nicki wanted to show us more of her abilities, nevertheless, she couldn't do that. First and foremost, there were some tracks on the album like Run&Hide, Miami, Sir ft. Future, Nip Tuck and Thought I Knew You which didn't go that well. It could have been better if they were as bonusLyrical bars, catchy beats, flawless vocals - it's all related to Nicki Minaj's Queen album. It seems that Nicki wanted to show us more of her abilities, nevertheless, she couldn't do that. First and foremost, there were some tracks on the album like Run&Hide, Miami, Sir ft. Future, Nip Tuck and Thought I Knew You which didn't go that well. It could have been better if they were as bonus tracks. By removing those tracks, we'd have got 15 tracks album, which could've been a perfect number for a hip-hop album. Too much doesn't mean much quality. Everything shouldn't be overdosed, that's what's the germane thing.… Expand
  73. TimW001
    Aug 18, 2018
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nicki Minaj has improved greatly in terms of flow and lyrical quality. She is a great rapper. The album Queen also has great individual songs such as Ganja Burns, Majesty, Barbie Dreams, Chun Li. But the album as a whole is forgettable. There are so many passable songs that are just boring, yet still have quality lyrics.
    So many songs try differing styles and yet don't capture who Nicki is. Nicki Minaj is best when she is doing music that is different than the norm (Truffle Butter, Anaconda, Superbass). So this album just has a series of songs that sound just like everything else in 2018. Even though it may lyrically be of higher quality the music ends up seeming mostly bland. I never got a great feeling of who Nicki is from this album instead it could be any pop star with this music. Compare it to albums like Lemonade and Dirty Computer where at the end you feel like you got to know the artist better and have a strong feeling of who they are.    … Expand
  74. jesusbronze
    Aug 17, 2018
    7
    Minaj long-delayed album Queen focuses sonically in elements rarely seen in her previous and engaging release The Pink Print, which may mystify some of her fans who were expecting the Trinidadian rapper to continue in the path of Bops and Hits for which she is known and revered. Nevertheless, we cannot diminish the artistic input of Queen; While not offering so many obvious stand-outsMinaj long-delayed album Queen focuses sonically in elements rarely seen in her previous and engaging release The Pink Print, which may mystify some of her fans who were expecting the Trinidadian rapper to continue in the path of Bops and Hits for which she is known and revered. Nevertheless, we cannot diminish the artistic input of Queen; While not offering so many obvious stand-outs (Being Bed, Ganja Burns or Coco Chanel some of the best moments), this record is certainly a great effort in the Hip Hop and Urban field, coming from a rapper further stretching her capabilities as a rhymer and lyricist, thus making Queen a commendable record in her catalog.… Expand
  75. Julia1d
    Aug 27, 2018
    7
    É um bom álbum! Nicki veio a jogo para dizer quem é a rainha do rap mostrando toda a sua potência.
  76. Lopesito27
    Sep 16, 2018
    7
    It's not a secret Nicki is a woman of strong personality, which is reflected in the album and that's great! There are tracks that have great production which outshines the fluent energy on Minaj's rapping delivery but some other tracks where these things are not exactly strong uncover the lack of deepness in the whole album.
  77. ultimatemusic
    Aug 12, 2018
    7
    So before I listened to this album, I briefly skipped through the previous 3 albums to see how far Nicki has actually come. Whilst her record sales have proven how much of a queen Nicki really is, it isn’t till you really start paying attention to detail between every album of how talented she actually is also.

    If you look back onto Pink Friday, all the way back in 2010, compared to    So before I listened to this album, I briefly skipped through the previous 3 albums to see how far Nicki has actually come. Whilst her record sales have proven how much of a queen Nicki really is, it isn’t till you really start paying attention to detail between every album of how talented she actually is also.

    If you look back onto Pink Friday, all the way back in 2010, compared to now, Nicki is a completely different artist. In a good way too. You listen to this album and you really can see how much she has matured in her music, and it’s safe to say that her humbleness really shows in her music too.

    In terms of this album. Was it worth the 4 year wait? Absolutely. The Pink Friday, and the Roman Reloaded eras were really something special, because it was great to see a huge female rapper be celebrated and do so successfully in the way that she was and did. The Pinkprint was that bridge of channelling her old self but also trying to still be fresh without leading to astray from who she really is, but if you fast forward onto this album and that’s where things really change. I feel like now, we are getting the iconic Nicki. I feel this album is going to change the way people see female rappers in the music industry, and I feel like this is also going to change the way people see Nicki in the music industry. She took a complete risk with this album, because this album wasn’t what anybody was expecting. She kept her witty writing skills, and her own flow, but turned up the heat with the messages of the songs, and the sound.

    With this album I feel it’s going to pave the way for so many young and upcoming artists not only in female rap, not only in hip-hop, but I feel a lot of people will look at this album and see Nicki as a beacon to not change who you are, keep doing what you’re doing, and one day, you could have this outcome of having this type of album, because even though I personally love all of Nicki’s albums, this is the first album where as a female rapper, I have seen maturity, time, wit, and a lot of dedication. Not that I never saw that before, but I felt like at times even Nicki didn’t know what type of female rap artist she wanted to be, and now she does, you see that reflection come out in her music, and that is inspirational.

    This album will be looked back in the future as an album that helped define the future careers of female rappers and other artists in the future. Welcome back Nicki.    … Expand
  78. JhosepKingsley
    Aug 12, 2018
    7
    With Queen Nicki she showed not only her darker side but also her versatility more than ever adapting to current sounds and gave us a quite enjoyable rap album.
  79. AlesYeahTheAles
    Aug 10, 2018
    7
    Although not at a level as high as its predecessor 'The PinkPrint', 'Queen' goes beyond expectations, showing itself stuffed with possible hits and sensational flows of Minaj, along with its incredible featurettes. On the other hand, however, the album turns out to be torturous, with a handful of disposable and immemorial songs among the 19 tracks. 'Queen' also misses the approach, withAlthough not at a level as high as its predecessor 'The PinkPrint', 'Queen' goes beyond expectations, showing itself stuffed with possible hits and sensational flows of Minaj, along with its incredible featurettes. On the other hand, however, the album turns out to be torturous, with a handful of disposable and immemorial songs among the 19 tracks. 'Queen' also misses the approach, with Nicki singing about her feats and ownerships on almost every track, with only a few exceptions, as in the emotional "Come See About Me." For the album to really be worthy of a queen, Nicki would have to show all her sides, facets and demons, so we could realize that even out of the spotlight and megalomania, she's still royal. Nicki does the exact opposite, flipping open that she's a queen because she thinks she's awesome in 'Chun Swae'. The album is a success to consider, though. Despite its few defects, Nicki is not shaken in front of the competition of Cardi B, Azealia Banks and Iggy Azalea, with a release as good as the most recent ones from the girls above.… Expand
  80. blazedftpharrel
    Aug 10, 2018
    7
    The album is relatively good. It has some flaws. I wish Nicki would've been more raw and real and cut off some of the songs that were made only to be radio hits and be catchy and generic. The album is still nice, my favourite track is Ganja Burns.
  81. IkerRuiz
    Aug 17, 2018
    7
    This isn’t your contemporary rap album of 2018 yes it’s rap but it’s not the sound you would expect
    But is a good album
  82. Mathzin
    Nov 10, 2018
    7
    Com músicas ótimas, dignas de elogio ao rap da "Rainha do Rap", Nicki nos entregou "Queen". Com muita briga envolvida, cheio de feats com rappers pedófilos, machistas e homofóbicos, o álbum desconexo e sem seguir algum tema específico, a não ser a grandiosidade da Onika e de sua B*ceta.
    Destaque: "Majesty" por ser uma ótima música, tirando o Machista-Homofóbico do Eminem. E claro    Com músicas ótimas, dignas de elogio ao rap da "Rainha do Rap", Nicki nos entregou "Queen". Com muita briga envolvida, cheio de feats com rappers pedófilos, machistas e homofóbicos, o álbum desconexo e sem seguir algum tema específico, a não ser a grandiosidade da Onika e de sua B*ceta.
    Destaque: "Majesty" por ser uma ótima música, tirando o Machista-Homofóbico do Eminem. E claro "Chun-li" e "Thought I Knew You" com o maravilhoso The Weeknd.    … Expand
  83. sieb04
    Dec 11, 2020
    7
    Even though it sometimes lacks in consistency, it still is a well put together album. If she would've cut it off to around 12-14 tracks it would definitely be a more cohesive body of work
  84. normanfgabriel
    Apr 25, 2021
    7
    Na versão mais rap apresentada até hoje por nicki, mais ainda que The Pinkprint, Queen é um álbum ousado, com um ritmo viciante, alguns toques de pop, mas que poderiam ter sido feito alguns ajustes.
  85. dianalugoar
    Sep 23, 2020
    7
    It has too many filler songs and weak features, it has some good tracks tho.
  86. draediamond
    Aug 18, 2018
    6
    The only people spamming great reviews are her stans or Cardi haters. There is nothing here that proves that she is a "Queen" but it's not bad. The second half of the album is better than the first half by far and it surprised me because I thought the album was straight trash at first. The album doesn't really build upon anything that was already in place but it does a good job ofThe only people spamming great reviews are her stans or Cardi haters. There is nothing here that proves that she is a "Queen" but it's not bad. The second half of the album is better than the first half by far and it surprised me because I thought the album was straight trash at first. The album doesn't really build upon anything that was already in place but it does a good job of perfecting many different sounds and hip hop trends. 19 songs is entirely too long and rap artists need to stop doing that. It's a pathetic attempt at making more sales and making more money. She easily could've taken 10-13 songs from the album she released and had a really dope project. It's not really unlistenable at many parts but there are cringe worthy moments especially towards the beginning (Eminem trash verse is one of them). The pop moments towards the end are GREAT and it's reflective of the old Nicki. Don't expect this album to blow you away but it's a decent listen that her fans will enjoy.

    Bottom line: It's not dumpster can but it's just not that good.    … Expand
  87. Sarahv
    Aug 10, 2018
    6
    Starts off really well but the second half of the album has a lot of filler tracks. Would be better if it was cut to 13 songs MAX. Some really good songs on there, Coco Chanel is a great song but is stuck at the end of a group of filler tracks so will likely get missed by a lot of listeners that will lose interest before that and switch to something else.
  88. jonas9722
    Aug 21, 2018
    6
    yeah, It is a good album but nothing that blows with your mind. I think she just did and album in order to go for cardi b because this album seems like it was totally directed to her
  89. KatrinaAirlines
    Aug 28, 2018
    6
    По моему мнению, в данном альбоме много скучных песен. Только нескольким интересным исполнениям поставил наиболее высокую оценку: "Good Form" и "Chun-Li". Надеюсь, в будущем у неё будут ещё действительно неплохие альбомы.
  90. CasketAirlines
    Aug 28, 2018
    6
    На альбоме есть несколько песен, которые действительно можно послушать и переслушать : Chun Li, Good Form, LLC , Coco, Sir, Hard White - лучшие с альбома, однако остальные настолько плохи, что тянут весь альбом вниз.
  91. All_ButTrU4
    Apr 5, 2022
    6
    Undoubtedly my favorite album of hers mainly because of howo it feels lke a real cohesive project with more intent in being an album. Whereas her kast releases felt like a collection of songs (albeit it's good songs) but nonetheless didn't feel together but on "Queen " you're taken on an exhilarating journey. From the atmospheric "ganja burns" or the goosebumps giving "majesty " that hasUndoubtedly my favorite album of hers mainly because of howo it feels lke a real cohesive project with more intent in being an album. Whereas her kast releases felt like a collection of songs (albeit it's good songs) but nonetheless didn't feel together but on "Queen " you're taken on an exhilarating journey. From the atmospheric "ganja burns" or the goosebumps giving "majesty " that has Eminem freshest flow in recent memory. It's fun getting to see Nicki have so much fun with her music as she relishes her spot as the queen of rap like on the playful roast on "Barbie dreams" that takes **** at her peers behund a notorious B.I.G sample. Overall it was a long but enjoyable experience that I'd personally recommend to new listeners over her previous work.… Expand
  92. Everett_Brady
    Oct 9, 2020
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album “Queen” is Nicki Minaj’s latest album after the Pinkprint from 2014. It included truffle butter, a very good club song, and the iconic Anaconda, which is now almost at 1 Billion streams on YouTube. I am a very big fan of Nicki Minaj and I am a Barb. However, this album left me a little bit disappointed. With 19 different tracks on an album it seemed rather to good to be true. The album starts off with an African type Reggae beat song, Ganja Burn. The duration is 4:54, which is mostly the beat and stale lyrics at the end. Majesty takes the second track and is a good song with top notch lyrics. My favorite song of the album is Barbie Dreams which Nicki explains how the men in the rap game can’t get with her. I think it has very hard lyrics and I like how it has a creative ending to it. Rich Sex is very good on Nicki’s part but has a very strange Lil Wayne verse that doesn’t tie the song altogether well. The 5th song Hard White has outstanding lyrics, but you can tell Nicki is becoming lazy with vocals as there is a substantial amount of auto tone. So far, I was happy with this album, until all of these filler tracks come into play. Run & Hide, Miami, 2 Lit 2 Late interlude, Come See About me. These tracks showed a lot of disinterest in vocals and lyrics when played. If Nicki would have taken these songs out it would have been an awesome album. The songs I did enjoy were Chun-Ali, Barbie Tingz, LLC, and Good Form. Those 4 songs were outstanding and showed Nicki’s true talent with lyrics and writing. The problem with this album is that it seems that Nicki was too focused on her competition rather than her album. Her team seemed to be unprofessional as well when planning her songs such as, delays of songs, and the album. All in all, I give this album a 6/10. I definitely think Nicki can come back with a better album in the upcoming years, because she is the queen of rap and nobody takes her crown.… Expand
  93. Ayogio
    Jan 26, 2022
    6
    As a HUGE Nicki fan, I can say with confidence that I feel this is Nicki’s worst album. Is it a terrible one? No, but out of all of her albums, this has the most skips and filler tracks. I hope she comes back with something better.
  94. NETMUSIC
    Aug 14, 2018
    5
    Its a very mixed bag for me. There are stand-outs but there are too many filler tracks are just too boring.

    The Good Songs:

    Ganja Burn
    Majesty ft. Labrinth and Eminem
    Barbie Dreams
    Bed ft. Ariana Grande
    Good Form
    Rich Sex ft. Lil Wayne
    Chun-Li
    LLC

    8/19 good songs. 50%, 5/10
  95. Joel_Freecheck
    May 29, 2020
    5
    Uninspired standard Nicki fare. One wonders how long she can continue to call herself queen if her music sounds less supreme with each new release.
  96. xharjodhx
    Aug 10, 2018
    5
    Honestly her worst album. Her flow is killer at times, but the beats and production just aren't interesting at most times. The best songs are Ganja Burns and Chun-Li. I don't know, it just doesn't strike me as much as her old stuff did. She spends to much of the album talking about sex, how she's the GOAT, and sneak dissing. She calls herself the queen of rap however, the crown no longerHonestly her worst album. Her flow is killer at times, but the beats and production just aren't interesting at most times. The best songs are Ganja Burns and Chun-Li. I don't know, it just doesn't strike me as much as her old stuff did. She spends to much of the album talking about sex, how she's the GOAT, and sneak dissing. She calls herself the queen of rap however, the crown no longer belongs to her.… Expand
  97. barbaric_critic
    Aug 11, 2018
    5
    A desperate effort to gain back the respect she once has in the hip-hop community. Did it work? Maybe, but in doing so she lost audiences who loved what she served on Pinkprint.
  98. Hunn
    Aug 11, 2018
    5
    A little disappointed. Waiting four years it should be great but it seems like this was all done in a couple months. I thought we get to hear more personable tracks as to what she been going through for 4 years she took a break from making a another album. I hope the album does well but its not as good as pink print tho. Shine on nicki.
  99. Fueioxkfk
    Jul 24, 2020
    5
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  100. thedaywalker
    Aug 13, 2018
    4
    Nicki's Queen does not live up to it's title, showing little to no growth in 4 years. She continues to recycle the same things, about her body, about sex, about being the best female rapper in the game, without actually showing it.

    The album itself seemed to be a shuffle of songs she recorded and just put out there, she's superficial saying if you're broke you're ugly in the song "rich    Nicki's Queen does not live up to it's title, showing little to no growth in 4 years. She continues to recycle the same things, about her body, about sex, about being the best female rapper in the game, without actually showing it.

    The album itself seemed to be a shuffle of songs she recorded and just put out there, she's superficial saying if you're broke you're ugly in the song "rich sex" and then tries to be deep and sentimental in the song "come see about me", which looses the sentimental value to it.

    Nicki is at her best when she is on the offense, and aggressive, which she shows glimpses of in songs like Barbie Dreams, Chun Li, LLC, Good Form, but on the rest of the album she plays it safe.

    Unfortunately for Nicki she has lost the crown and will have to do A LOT better than this to earn it back.    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 22 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 22
  3. Negative: 0 out of 22
  1. No Ripcord
    Sep 10, 2018
    60
    On Queen, Nicki spends a lot of time ordering beheadings--which are fun, but get old quick--rather than showing us why she is and should be queen. Here's to hoping the next album gives us a more earnest, more raw glimpse of the head that wears the crown.
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  2. AllMusic
    Aug 20, 2018
    60
    When Minaj leans into her untouchable strengths as a rapper, things get really exciting and an album of tracks as strong as "LLC" or "Barbie Dreams" would be one for the books. As it stands, however, Queen is another chapter of Minaj's good but largely meandering and inconsistent full-length album output.
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  3. PopMatters
    Aug 20, 2018
    50
    Queen's title implies it's meant to function as a coronation for one of the biggest rappers ever, but it's more the sound of Minaj fighting to keep that crown on her head.
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