Queen
by Nicki Minaj
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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1891 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 359 out of 1891
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  1. Minaj2020
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Un álbum genial. Demuestra el poderlo que tiene sobre la industria y sobre la inspiración que causa. Genial.… Expand
  2. brklnbb
    Aug 29, 2020
    0
    A bunch of bad production, and lyrics oozing of insecurities when the main topics are “i’m the queen, how down, no other woman is as good as me and they will never be me”.
  3. 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
  4. kasi1478
    Oct 18, 2020
    1
    Very Bizarre and all over the place, the flow of the album and subject matter hmm
  5. Yessir90
    Oct 18, 2020
    0
    This album sucks. All of her songs sound like she’s trying to hard. There is no sense of cohesion to the album. Its a mess and I expect more from someone so seasoned..
  6. Aliena
    Nov 20, 2020
    0
    This album is a hot mess. While maybe there are 3 good songs , the overall experience was lackluster. Many filler songs and doesn’t have a lot of substance. Definitely a step down from her previous albums. Disappointed...
  7. TankFlop
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    BEST ALBUM I LISTENED TO IN YEARS!!! Once I played Queen, the birds started chirping again, and I felt a sense of relief. Nicki Minaj is the queen of rap!
  8. holydonutshop
    Nov 28, 2020
    0
    Nicki Minaj delivers no catchy songs on her recent album, discussing the same topics over and over again. The more she talks about this, the more it gets stale
  9. 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
  10. jhylyo
    Aug 14, 2018
    10
    I see haters wasting time coming here give a low note to the queen, shame shame in the face bunch of unemployed, nicki reina, nicki and the queen of rap. the album is wonderful and excepcinal, I love mama nicki, majesty musica do ano, chun swae musica do milenio .....
  11. DevilPray
    Dec 2, 2018
    8
    Probably my favorite album by her. The first half of the album > her rest discography.
  12. damydls
    Aug 10, 2018
    10
    The wait worth.
    This is an excellent album, great and smart lyrics, great beats. And very well chosen collaborators.
    It has different flavors but always keeps the greatness and the well done work. Not looking just for catchy songs, it is looking for excellence. And it´s all made by a woman that in a "Men world". This is a potential Grammy award winner.
  13. thuglyfe
    Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Nicki leads the pack so her back's to them, and track 'Barbie Dreams' is confirmation of this. No matter how many people on social media or in the music industry attempt to tear the Queen down, she'll always (in an off guard manner) remind you who she is, and she reclaims her throne and crown. Many people feel the need to compare 'Queen' to Cardi B's 'Invasion of Privacy', yet there's noNicki leads the pack so her back's to them, and track 'Barbie Dreams' is confirmation of this. No matter how many people on social media or in the music industry attempt to tear the Queen down, she'll always (in an off guard manner) remind you who she is, and she reclaims her throne and crown. Many people feel the need to compare 'Queen' to Cardi B's 'Invasion of Privacy', yet there's no need to do so, two different albums by two different types of female rappers. NICKI MINAJ has not lost her touch and she will be here until she says she doesn't want to be anymore. Queen is an incredible comeback. Put Nicki's crown on again and she will knock it off.… Expand
  14. 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
  15. anacondamp3
    Aug 10, 2018
    10
    "Queen" is Nicki's most cohesive body of work to date and possibly even her best. The production on this album definitely shines, but not as much as her lyrical wordplay and flow. This album as a whole embodies Nicki as an artist, giving you the best from all of her previous bodies of work all wrapped into one streamlined package. It has the emotional depth of 2014's "The Pinkprint", the"Queen" is Nicki's most cohesive body of work to date and possibly even her best. The production on this album definitely shines, but not as much as her lyrical wordplay and flow. This album as a whole embodies Nicki as an artist, giving you the best from all of her previous bodies of work all wrapped into one streamlined package. It has the emotional depth of 2014's "The Pinkprint", the sporadic eccentric energy from "Roman Reloaded" and the hunger for greatness from her debut studio album "Pink Friday". Minaj showcases her ability and talent at its best here, making sure everyone knows she's not going anywhere anytime soon. With "Queen" Nicki has officially cemented her place in hip-hop history as the rap game's leading lady. The album itself transcends beyond genre, it's hip-hop, but accessible hip-hop. A more experimental hip-hop than what is playing on the radio nowadays or that coming from her peers. Overall, Nicki delivered a very strong album, perhaps her strongest and one that will be one of her most memorable for years to come. When you think about Nicki Minaj a few decades from now, this album will be a standout in her discography.… Expand
  16. 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
  17. 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.
  18. 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.
  19. 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
  20. erickazahelport
    Aug 10, 2018
    10
    ame este álbum, me encanto cada parte de el, sin duda es de los mejores que ha hecho en su carrera, sin duda, si yo fuera critico experto, le daría una puntuación sobre noventa .
  21. 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.
  22. 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!
  23. MynameDave
    Aug 10, 2018
    10
    Nicki is my favourite **** her new album is amazing and delicious. Congrats Onika, you're the boss and the queen of rap!
  24. oxmarxrey
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    AMazing album her flow her cadence and punch lines are unbeatable regardless of what you think of her you can’t deny the fact that she is the best at her craft period.
  25. checoberenjena
    Sep 23, 2019
    0
    Nada nuevo en Nicki, más de lo mismo y líricas muy pobres, deja de llamarte reina
  26. rvanc
    Aug 10, 2018
    10
    Nicki came back to show the real rap;

    The rhyming game, and the intelligence in word choice show that Nicki Minaj really should be where she is now. On the throne
  27. 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.
  28. Zchbrn
    Aug 11, 2018
    10
    Definitely beats all expectations set by the rollout. Stream Queen, for sure.
  29. Sebastian2018
    Aug 15, 2018
    10
    Queen is an album where you realize who is who. When you are at the top many will criticize you, good way to shut them up
  30. prestonhung
    Apr 2, 2019
    4
    Queen is the best of all the albums by Minaj. Although not as catchy as the others, the album consists of some decent lyrics and the signature energy Minaj withholds. The only problems are the excessive uses of autotune and bland production and uninteresting features.
    Best tracks: Majesty, Rich Sex, Hard White, Bed, Chun-Li, LLC, Good Form, Come See About Me
    Worst tracks: Thought I Knew    Queen is the best of all the albums by Minaj. Although not as catchy as the others, the album consists of some decent lyrics and the signature energy Minaj withholds. The only problems are the excessive uses of autotune and bland production and uninteresting features.
    Best tracks: Majesty, Rich Sex, Hard White, Bed, Chun-Li, LLC, Good Form, Come See About Me
    Worst tracks: Thought I Knew You, Run & Hide, Chun Swae, Nip Tuck, Sir    … 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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