Recovery
by Eminem
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8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 1313 Ratings

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  1. AndrewWhiteC
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    I love this album. I'm glad that it went up seventeen points, because it definitely did not deserve a 44. The strongest points of the album are "Not Afraid" and "Won't Back Down". I also like many more. Good thing RS gave it a four star, that kinda saved it!
  2. JeffH
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    10x more content than "Thank Me Later". . . and better quality as well.
  3. michaels
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    It's a little more than a standalone score. Eminem has come back with raw spitfire, much harder than other mainstream artists. Also, all this talk about the weak beats if off. Maybe I've listened to it too many times, but I dig almost every groove. There are slight missteps lyrically and music wise as well, but all in all, I am comfortable giving this a ten. I highly recommend It's a little more than a standalone score. Eminem has come back with raw spitfire, much harder than other mainstream artists. Also, all this talk about the weak beats if off. Maybe I've listened to it too many times, but I dig almost every groove. There are slight missteps lyrically and music wise as well, but all in all, I am comfortable giving this a ten. I highly recommend it to any Eminem fan and anyone interested in inventive, slightly abrasive wordplay.… Expand
  4. ollys
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Completely blew me away. I'm not even that huge a fan up to this point, but I gave this one a few listens and it's mind boggling how good it is. It might sound odd but this is in my top 5 of the year, along with Janelle Monae, High Violet, American Slang and Teen Dream by Beach House. What an odd top 5 of this year to date, but that's mine.
  5. ChristianC.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Recovery has been an album that everyone one must expect of Eminem. He came strong and ready, my response to the other viewers such as, Slant Magazine and Pitchfork. They don't know what they're talking about, Eminem's music has meaning in each song if you actually listen to his lyrics and rhymes he makes sense. Hear the song No Love and Space Bound and many more that would Recovery has been an album that everyone one must expect of Eminem. He came strong and ready, my response to the other viewers such as, Slant Magazine and Pitchfork. They don't know what they're talking about, Eminem's music has meaning in each song if you actually listen to his lyrics and rhymes he makes sense. Hear the song No Love and Space Bound and many more that would prove my point. So cut Eminem some slack, he's done so much for us he gave his best, and I respect him for that.… Expand
  6. DBrown
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Pitchfork, you really upset me this time. This is his best since the Marshall Mathers LP.
  7. DanJ.
    Jun 22, 2010
    2
    Sloppy, self-indulgent, incoherent garbage; so far away from a return to form it makes me want to cry.
  8. ChrisD.
    Jun 22, 2010
    8
    Not quite up there with the Eminem show, his best album, but much closer than his last two albums.
  9. JohnG
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    When listening to recovery what really strikes you is eminem is back with his old witty and bizare lyrics that kicked up a fuss 10 years ago. recovery is for the fans with many of the songs appoligising to them for letting them down with the drug abuse and putting out a half harted albums out like repapse but its safe to say that eminem is back on top and back to his own ways and i for When listening to recovery what really strikes you is eminem is back with his old witty and bizare lyrics that kicked up a fuss 10 years ago. recovery is for the fans with many of the songs appoligising to them for letting them down with the drug abuse and putting out a half harted albums out like repapse but its safe to say that eminem is back on top and back to his own ways and i for one is happy about it.… Expand
  10. DannyM
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    A great album. I've been waiting for an album like this since The Eminem Show.
  11. mysteriousfields
    Jun 22, 2010
    9
    The critics score for this album is far too low. I think this is a very strong album the only reason I didn't give it a 10 is because there is no real hip hop hooks like in his early days. I don't mind that fact that most of the hooks are more pop orientated but sometimes it doesn't work like eminem singing the hook on your never over, that track has stellar verses but the The critics score for this album is far too low. I think this is a very strong album the only reason I didn't give it a 10 is because there is no real hip hop hooks like in his early days. I don't mind that fact that most of the hooks are more pop orientated but sometimes it doesn't work like eminem singing the hook on your never over, that track has stellar verses but the hook doesn't sound very good. All in all though I wrote this because i think the score for this album is faaaar too low.… Expand
  12. AnthonyB.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Reviews thus far are way too low for this album. How this got lower reviews than Relapse is a mystery.
  13. JayT.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Introspective with excellent lyrics.
  14. JosueR.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    This is definitely one of Eminem's best albums. Relapse, to me, was actually really good. Though, I saw so many flaws in his last record, you can barely spot any on this one. Some flaws include, producers weren't as strong on some songs, but other than that this album is near perfect. Eminem shows that his lyrical voice is still there. He showcases his abilities more than his This is definitely one of Eminem's best albums. Relapse, to me, was actually really good. Though, I saw so many flaws in his last record, you can barely spot any on this one. Some flaws include, producers weren't as strong on some songs, but other than that this album is near perfect. Eminem shows that his lyrical voice is still there. He showcases his abilities more than his past two albums. It's great to have him back. He's sober, but angry and hungry to take the rap game back. Welcome back Slim, you deserve to be titled "The Greatest Rapper Alive" Not only did he go out and experiment with different styles, he succeeds. He reaches out with his emotional lyrics. He's more mature and is still strong. I disagree with Slant Magazine and Pitchfork since they even gave the Marshall Mathers LP low scores. It's sad, but Eminem doesn't care about critics, he care about his fans that'll never get tired of him.… Expand
  15. JakeA.
    Jun 22, 2010
    9
    The majority of negative reviews for this album seem to be production based. I like that the lyrics seem to be the central thesis on this album. I guess if kanye produced this people would have been freaking out. much better than his last two.
  16. JohnS.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    An incredible album that gives an unprecedented look into the mind of one of the greatest rappers out there.
  17. DavidM.
    Jun 22, 2010
    9
    All in all lives up to the hype, now with the bonus tracks (actually very very dope indeed and not just fillers) it's a pretty amazing album!
  18. DanielB.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Showed that Em can now rap about more that slicing up woman and popping vicodin. Very good album.
  19. Alex
    Jun 22, 2010
    9
    I really am surprisd at the response of some 'critics'. This album is up their with 'The Eminem Show' his skill as a emcee is second to none. Yes, there are times when his flow doesnt link but when he does it such a complex way it is bound to happen, it is not perfect but deserves a much better response. His metaphors and lyrical word play are superb. the humour is I really am surprisd at the response of some 'critics'. This album is up their with 'The Eminem Show' his skill as a emcee is second to none. Yes, there are times when his flow doesnt link but when he does it such a complex way it is bound to happen, it is not perfect but deserves a much better response. His metaphors and lyrical word play are superb. the humour is still there but this time were getting a more real eminem. Ive been a fan since the slim shady lp and its good that eminem has matured because his fan base has matured aswell. the thing that disappointed me about relapse was taht it was to much like the slim shady lp. Hes bigger than that now, he doesnt need to shock and be as crude as possible (which he does anyway), we wanna hear the truth and thats just what we get, its the perfect combination. The only weak track on this album is W.T.P, every other track from production to performance is amazing and it really is a shame he is not getting this credability. good thing the user score is high to show the fans who really know what there talking about other than these bullshit journalist who give bad reviews just to seem smarter than they acctually are when they dont even know what theyre talking about. As Marshal says himself 'next time you blog try and spit a flow.… Expand
  20. PeterL
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    This is his best album since The Eminem Show. Eminem remains at the top of his game showing off his incredible lyricism and how he is untouchable on a mic with this album. His last album was mediocre, but still blew away most of what hip hop released in the past year. This album solidifies his place as a legend in hip hop. A+!
  21. JasonA
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Amazing album, it's so nice to get something completely different yet remarkably familiar. Very impressed, eminem is back in true form.
  22. robert
    Jun 22, 2010
    9
    Eminems best since TES. The best hip hop record of the year. Seduction, Cinderella Man, 25 to life, and Talkin to Myself rank among Eminems best. Flow is insane, Beats (especially DJ KHalils and Just Blaze) are hot. Once again you get to hear Eminem outrap Lil Wayne. The Proof tribute You're never over is long overdue, but worth the wait. The secret track is produced by Havoc, and is Eminems best since TES. The best hip hop record of the year. Seduction, Cinderella Man, 25 to life, and Talkin to Myself rank among Eminems best. Flow is insane, Beats (especially DJ KHalils and Just Blaze) are hot. Once again you get to hear Eminem outrap Lil Wayne. The Proof tribute You're never over is long overdue, but worth the wait. The secret track is produced by Havoc, and is a good sign of things to come. Another classic, by one of the best.… Expand
  23. NeT.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Love how the critics are smashing this amazing album... It's one of the best things I've ever heard. Eminem reestablishes his love for hip-hop and music. The tracks are fire. Screw the critics, if you're a true hip-hop/ Eminem fan this album does not disappoint. Either way, I know what's going to be in my CD player for months. Good night, radio.
  24. BrandonF
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Amazing Album. Check out Space Bound, Almost Famous, Going Through Changes, and Love the Way You Lie. Your mind will be blown.
  25. JesusR
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Best album I've heard this year. Eminem has now become a trendsetter... He basically brought all different kinds of elements into this album, and if you're music fan and not necessarily an Eminem fan, you would really appreciate the hard work he's done for this album.. Highly recommended.
  26. MarcusE
    Jun 22, 2010
    8
    Solid album - far superior to relapse. Honest, introspective, creative, catchy and just plain fun.
  27. VegardM
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Critics gonna hate! What counts is what the people think, and 9.4/10 is not that bad! ;) It is also deserved. The album is flawless!
  28. MaryT
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    This is obviously the best Eminem album since the Eminem Show. I don't know what these critics were listening to. A 2.8 on Pitchfork? Really? That is an obvious troll attempt. Slant also slammed The Marshall Mathers LP, so their review doesn't surprise me. This album should be high 70s through mid 80s, not low 60s like it is now. My other criticism is that there are many This is obviously the best Eminem album since the Eminem Show. I don't know what these critics were listening to. A 2.8 on Pitchfork? Really? That is an obvious troll attempt. Slant also slammed The Marshall Mathers LP, so their review doesn't surprise me. This album should be high 70s through mid 80s, not low 60s like it is now. My other criticism is that there are many positive reviews from major magazines that haven't been included in the Metacritic ratings. This seems like an obvious bias to negative reviews if they don't add these reviews later.… Expand
  29. GreggK.
    Jun 22, 2010
    9
    Much better than last CD. Tight rhymes and hooks. Nice flowin Em.
  30. merr
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    These critics are shit. This album is not only fantastic in its realm of beats and musical composure but also in the emotion that is put into this album. I have followed Eminem and been a fan since his first album. I did not have a general care for his previous album (Relapse) but this album literally blew me out of the water. Every song seems to be conveyed with such emotion that I can These critics are shit. This album is not only fantastic in its realm of beats and musical composure but also in the emotion that is put into this album. I have followed Eminem and been a fan since his first album. I did not have a general care for his previous album (Relapse) but this album literally blew me out of the water. Every song seems to be conveyed with such emotion that I can feel myself. He is fantastic artist and a fantastic lyricist. I believe that with the beats, lyrics and combination of all these aspects, makes this Eminem's best album yet. It is UNREAL.… Expand
  31. ColinH
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    This album is sick. His best in years. Everyone who hates on it just can't accept the fact that Em is now in his mid 30s and no longer feels the need to rap like he did when he was in his mid 20s. His music and his disposition is maturing and I believe its for the better. Keep it going Shady.
  32. BenP
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Art critics are like second rate philosophers, they don't only NOT take part in the creation of anything, but the whole of their contribution is not even to inject new ideas into the cultural landscape, just deconstruct and complain about the people who do...this album is by no means perfect, but the reason eminem has such a loyal following is because his flow, creativity and energy Art critics are like second rate philosophers, they don't only NOT take part in the creation of anything, but the whole of their contribution is not even to inject new ideas into the cultural landscape, just deconstruct and complain about the people who do...this album is by no means perfect, but the reason eminem has such a loyal following is because his flow, creativity and energy are like a narcotic, through the highs and lows of every song, every album, there is an innate magnetism that is impossible to ignore...the newness that is so very lacking in rap/hip hop these days, and no second rate hack that writes for some cheap entertainment rag is going to every convince me otherwise.… Expand
  33. AndrewS
    Jun 22, 2010
    9
    Near perfection, return to the top, modern, great beats and samples, new producers, current flavour, a true classic.
  34. JohnD.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Critics are dumb, you can feel the passion in this album.
  35. BigB.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Back to being the emiem of old. Great album!
  36. WillO
    Jun 22, 2010
    8
    Great album, much better than Relapse and Encore. That's one thing that automatically turns me away from the critics. On metacritic, both Encore and Relapse have higher ratings than Recovery somehow. Encore was his worst album by far and it got a 64? Really. Well this album has Eminem showing the skill he has. No one can match him lyrically. His flow, metaphors, everything is miles Great album, much better than Relapse and Encore. That's one thing that automatically turns me away from the critics. On metacritic, both Encore and Relapse have higher ratings than Recovery somehow. Encore was his worst album by far and it got a 64? Really. Well this album has Eminem showing the skill he has. No one can match him lyrically. His flow, metaphors, everything is miles ahead of most artists. G.O.A.T.… Expand
  37. ChaseB
    Jun 22, 2010
    9
    This is definitely a great album. Yes, it's true that his lyrics seem to stumble about in some places, but on the whole, it is a great record, and a grand return to form by THE master rapper.
  38. OvaisM
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    His most emotional and serious album and this is the eminem I prefer.
  39. BrentK
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Remember Eminem? Well, of course you do
  40. JusL
    Jun 22, 2010
    9
    Best Rap Album in Years, How is Drakes and BOB's piece of a shit albums rated better than eminem's latest recovery album on this web site. All i have to do is laugh. He is 100 bars above any one else in the game. Just imagine if dre produced this whole album it would have been one of the greatest of the last two decades. too bad he didnt and that is the only downfall of this Best Rap Album in Years, How is Drakes and BOB's piece of a shit albums rated better than eminem's latest recovery album on this web site. All i have to do is laugh. He is 100 bars above any one else in the game. Just imagine if dre produced this whole album it would have been one of the greatest of the last two decades. too bad he didnt and that is the only downfall of this album it doesn't have dre's prefection.… Expand
  41. ThomasM.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    This album is a masterpiece. Space bound, almost famous, and The near death experience of Going Through changes... That songs sends Chills down my spine. If that song doesn't Touch you then you have no soul. Please support This cd by buying it. Let him know that We, his fans know that he is back!
  42. laki
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Most of these 'reviews' have got it all wrong. em is back to doing what he does best, expressing himself. whether you dig the content of his lyrics or not, he's got that same fire he had earlier in his career. the beats on this album are sick. i don't get why some reviews consider it 'inconsistent'. i consider this album his most consistent of his career. Most of these 'reviews' have got it all wrong. em is back to doing what he does best, expressing himself. whether you dig the content of his lyrics or not, he's got that same fire he had earlier in his career. the beats on this album are sick. i don't get why some reviews consider it 'inconsistent'. i consider this album his most consistent of his career. there's not one bad song here, earlier albums have a few tracks that i skip, but not this one. that's consistent to me. the lack of dre is a GOOD thing. i felt that the dr. / em combo was getting tired and formulaic. working with other producers has kept things fresh, not inconsistent. the album does offer variety, and versatility. there are aggressive songs, emotional songs, funny songs, etc. and each one is performed with that classic em enthusiasm that was lacking on the last two albums. this might be his best work to date. i'm disappointed in these reviews, and i will not trust any review i read anymore. i heard this album. let me stress the word ALBUM and NOT 'collection of singles'. i think that may be why the critics say it is inconsistent. it's because they forgot how to appreciate a full rollercoaster ride of an ALBUM. not every track has to sound exactly the same. don't get spoiled by the current state of the music industry that focuses on individual singles. ALBUMS do exist and this is one of them. this album is for his fans who understand his work and his progression, not for some schmuck reviewer who listens to a ton of other crap.… Expand
  43. SpencerG.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    In his top 3 albums for sure. Also, it's the best album of the year hands down!
  44. chada.
    Jun 22, 2010
    9
    Great album Better hooks and more polished production and it would be a classic! A must have for any true Eminem fan Skillful metaphors and fierce wordplay culminate Eminem's best effort since 2002 A Must-buy.
  45. GieunC.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    A superior delivery in all technical categories as well as subject matter that is much more captivating than his previous two releases. These critics reviews actually have me baffled, as to rate this lower than Encore or Relapse, with material that is (arguably) superior to The Eminem Show is simply hipocritical. One of the greatest emcees of the twentieth century has won back a fan.
  46. IvanB.
    Jun 22, 2010
    4
    Disappointing really... It seems he's so eager to prove he's a bad ass he just rages across the whole album. The thing about rage is that it gets old after a while. If you listen to his earlier albums he's got a good combination of comedy, light hearted songs, just plain silly songs, and then the serious raging songs... it's what makes them great, you get to experience Disappointing really... It seems he's so eager to prove he's a bad ass he just rages across the whole album. The thing about rage is that it gets old after a while. If you listen to his earlier albums he's got a good combination of comedy, light hearted songs, just plain silly songs, and then the serious raging songs... it's what makes them great, you get to experience different beats and dynamics... this album is all serious and rage with some below average love songs sprinkled in it. You get tired of listening to Eminem scream and growl his way through the album... after a while you just dont feel it... feels empty and almost like he's just gliding through the convoluted beats. Some of the tracks you have to listen really hard to understand what he's saying because the beat is overwhelming his voice, that is not EM's style... the em we all know and love thrives on simple beats, perfect enunciation, and clear rapping.… Expand
  47. BobL
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Return to form for Eminem, much better than the cliched and empty Relapse.
  48. LeonardS.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    This is a great album. One of the best albums to come out in a long while. Judging by the way I love it more the more I listen to it, I think in two years it might be considered a classic. I'm sure it's going to break some records. Definitely up there with Eminem Show and Marshall Mathers LP! Will take a couple of listens before you get every line, punchline, metaphor, crazy This is a great album. One of the best albums to come out in a long while. Judging by the way I love it more the more I listen to it, I think in two years it might be considered a classic. I'm sure it's going to break some records. Definitely up there with Eminem Show and Marshall Mathers LP! Will take a couple of listens before you get every line, punchline, metaphor, crazy rhyme. And be ware, he uses the word "antidisestablishmentarianism" in one of the song. Amazing. The emotion is back. The witty lines are back. In fact, Eminem is back! It will definitely win Rap Album of the Year, probably Album of the Year, at the Grammies!… Expand
  49. LindsayM.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Honestly I do believe critics are biased in writing reviews to persuade some buyers not to buy a particular album. Like the critics rate Drake's Thank Me Later so high it's sickening. No artistic value on that album and just an album covered in hype that people will not remember this time next year. Clearly this is not Eminem's best album but it is DEFINITELY his best album Honestly I do believe critics are biased in writing reviews to persuade some buyers not to buy a particular album. Like the critics rate Drake's Thank Me Later so high it's sickening. No artistic value on that album and just an album covered in hype that people will not remember this time next year. Clearly this is not Eminem's best album but it is DEFINITELY his best album since 2002's The Eminem Show. Gone are the annoying accents used all over Relapse. Gone is Eminem always putting out an album with a song about how much he hates his mother. Gone is the same tired, formulaic and predictable production of his past sole producer, Dr. Dre. Here is the Eminem album you always wanted, but never got... Until now. Eminem works with a handful of talented Hip Hop producers, most notably Just Blaze and DJ Khalil, along with Havoc, Jim Jonsin and Boi-1da. His rhymes are blazing fast with clever and humorous wordplay, he apologizes to his fans for letting them down, and he stays focused throughout. If you are an Eminem fan, you may be divided over the change of style (if you are negative, then that proves you are a biased Eminem fan), but if you are a HIP HOP fan, you will love Recovery.… Expand
  50. Ridith
    Jun 22, 2010
    7
    The album is good in the sense that it has good songs, such as '25 to life', 'so bad', 'won't back down', 'space bound', and of course 'not afraid', but when eminem said he's gonna go back to his best form, this album doesn't come close...seriously, consider The Marshall Mathers LP or The Eminem Show...this album ain't The album is good in the sense that it has good songs, such as '25 to life', 'so bad', 'won't back down', 'space bound', and of course 'not afraid', but when eminem said he's gonna go back to his best form, this album doesn't come close...seriously, consider The Marshall Mathers LP or The Eminem Show...this album ain't close to those landmarks.… Expand
  51. LollyP
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    All time classic album. I enjoy listening to this more than even the Marshall Mathers LP.
  52. JacobD
    Jun 22, 2010
    8
    Eminem is back! After the two disappointments in Encore and Relapse, I'm glad to say that Eminem is back, although he has changed a lot. It seems Slim Shady has disappeared (at least for now) which will without a doubt turn of a lot of fans, this is not another Slim Shady LP or Marshal Mathers LP. Style-wise it's more like The Eminem Show, but not really AS good. The album has a Eminem is back! After the two disappointments in Encore and Relapse, I'm glad to say that Eminem is back, although he has changed a lot. It seems Slim Shady has disappeared (at least for now) which will without a doubt turn of a lot of fans, this is not another Slim Shady LP or Marshal Mathers LP. Style-wise it's more like The Eminem Show, but not really AS good. The album has a couple of themes, Eminem's love life, his relationship to Hip/hop and apologies to fans. His rhymes and flow is almost back to the class of the old Eminem, which is good. Overall I really really like the album, but there are a few bad things about it. Eminem sings on a lot of the choruses, and it's painfully bad, his rapping is good, singing horrible. The tracks themselves are not perfect either, tracks like Talkin' 2 myself, Not Afraid, Space Bound, 25 to life and surprisingly Love The Way You Lie (featuring Rihanna) are in my opinion the best, while Won't Back Down (where P!nk does the chorus) and W.T.P are the worst, and they are really bad. The rest of the songs are a mix of average and above average to good. It's a very honest Eminem, and I think his new style suits him, although it's bound to turn a lot of people, his older fans, off. I hope we will see more of the vintage Eminem in the future, but I'm glad to say that Eminem has recovered!… Expand
  53. DésiréeM.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    I had high hopes for Eminem's newest album. And he surpassed them. For preparation I whipped out all his old albums (luckily all digital) and wallowed in an infinite Eminem overdose. At the same time i got into his newer collab projects with Lil Wayne or Drake to get prepared for the newer sounds. And Recovery was right what I wanted. I wanted the dirty, seductive Marshal, I wanted I had high hopes for Eminem's newest album. And he surpassed them. For preparation I whipped out all his old albums (luckily all digital) and wallowed in an infinite Eminem overdose. At the same time i got into his newer collab projects with Lil Wayne or Drake to get prepared for the newer sounds. And Recovery was right what I wanted. I wanted the dirty, seductive Marshal, I wanted the cocky Em and the spittin' Shady. And I got it all and more! There is a new side. I don't have a name for it yet, but it is the honesty and bravery that got me most in this album. I *love* the new rocky guitar and drum sounds, I like the grittiness, I like the female and male hooks (Kobe Honeycutt aka Kokilla on 'Talkin' 2 Myself'') and unusual paths he walks ('Cinderella Man'). I am endlessly pleased with this album. I haven't bought a CD in a long time, but this was so worth it.… Expand
  54. AndrewH
    Jun 22, 2010
    9
    I don't understand some of these reviews so far. I have listened to the Album twice. the guy from the Guardian couldnt even get the lyrics right ffs!. I feel as though the genre of Hip-Hop, should be reviewed by actual Hip-Hop enthusiasts, because the reviewers so far, seem to be confused to what Hip-Hop and this Album actually represents. 'Recovery' The songs, for most I don't understand some of these reviews so far. I have listened to the Album twice. the guy from the Guardian couldnt even get the lyrics right ffs!. I feel as though the genre of Hip-Hop, should be reviewed by actual Hip-Hop enthusiasts, because the reviewers so far, seem to be confused to what Hip-Hop and this Album actually represents. 'Recovery' The songs, for most parts definately fall into place with the Album Title. And lyrically, Eminem strikes as desperate to get the fans back on his side, after at least 4 years living in his own little world. And even though there is something like an unwritten Law into a Rapper to NEVER show his weakness, This Album tells a story of his 'Recovery' and also His struggles. Songs like 'Not Afraid', 'Love the way you lie', FT Rihanna, 'Talkin to myself', ft Kobe, '25 to life' , 'space bound' and … Expand
  55. Edwin
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Umm...why is the Entertainment Weekly score an 8.3 if it indicates a B+ on the review? Wouldn't that be more like an 8.7-8.9?
  56. BlazeM.
    Jun 22, 2010
    9
    Very good album. It's not often that 8 or so songs off one album make it to my ipod. There are some songs that don't capture my attention quite as well, but the overall experience is fairly strong due to: Going Through Changes, Seduction, Space Bound, Cinderella Man, 25 to Life, Almost Famous, Love the Way You Lie, and Untitled.
  57. ChrisW.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Amazing album, very clever to use himself as a mirror for the world.
  58. JaredY.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    One of Em's best albums, definitely better than relapse. One of my personal all time favorites.
  59. LiamR.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Amazing... Maybe the best album ever?? Do yourself a favor if you still love true hip-hop buy it!!
  60. NickR.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    This album joins the Slim Shady LP and The Marshall Mathers LP as Classic Rap Albums.
  61. MarkK.
    Jun 22, 2010
    8
    Despite the criticism above, I was actually really surprised by the album. Definitely better than the 'Relapse' album released in 2009. Whilst 'Relapse' contained only 1 or 2 songs I liked (mainly because of the resemblence with older songs), 'Recovery' brought me 6 to 7 songs that got me back into the old-school Eminem-vibe. I understand that he barely says Despite the criticism above, I was actually really surprised by the album. Definitely better than the 'Relapse' album released in 2009. Whilst 'Relapse' contained only 1 or 2 songs I liked (mainly because of the resemblence with older songs), 'Recovery' brought me 6 to 7 songs that got me back into the old-school Eminem-vibe. I understand that he barely says anything he hasn't said already on his previous albums, but that's honestly the only lyrics I want to hear coming from his mouth. It's a shame that the beats on some of the tracks are a bit messy. Overall though, an awesome follow-up to Eminem's older work with the same amount of energy and lyrical wordplay.… Expand
  62. OvaisM.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    An emotional. album with some genious humor.
  63. MattD
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    I have no frickin idea how the hell this got such a low score. This ,as well as all of em's other albums, was an amazing album where he expresses his passion for loving the game and his love for his kids and the loss of his best friend as well as the usual ima f*****g kill you attitude on a few of the songs but his clean and sober return has been a great one, and haters should just I have no frickin idea how the hell this got such a low score. This ,as well as all of em's other albums, was an amazing album where he expresses his passion for loving the game and his love for his kids and the loss of his best friend as well as the usual ima f*****g kill you attitude on a few of the songs but his clean and sober return has been a great one, and haters should just stop hating on him just because he speaks his mind.… Expand
  64. YianniH.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Eminem successfully recovers. Great album. Tied for his third best ever. The critics are very wrong on trashing such a brilliant album. THE BEST: No Love, Space Bound, Almost Famous, Talkin 2 Myself THE WORST: W.T.P
  65. RobY
    Jun 22, 2010
    9
    I'm a lackluster eminem fan, and I typically tend to agree with Pitchfork, but it would seem PF and some of these other critics. His last two releases have been boring and uninspired. Recovery is his answer to those releases and he answers triumphantly. This album will eventually be regarded as one of the best, if not the best, of his career. Don't buy into the negative hype and I'm a lackluster eminem fan, and I typically tend to agree with Pitchfork, but it would seem PF and some of these other critics. His last two releases have been boring and uninspired. Recovery is his answer to those releases and he answers triumphantly. This album will eventually be regarded as one of the best, if not the best, of his career. Don't buy into the negative hype and hegative critical trends. It's not popular to like Eminem among critical circles right now, but this album may well prove his masterpiece. It's that good!… Expand
  66. JohnJ.
    Jun 22, 2010
    9
    Em has matured, I really enjoyed his old stuff, and I believe this album shows that he still has it, and his new style still has mainstream appeal. I believe the next album will be even closer to MMLP/SSLP style work. This album accurately reflected his experiences over the past few years, and critics don't seem to appreciate it. Most believe 25 to life is about Kim LOL. Great album, Em has matured, I really enjoyed his old stuff, and I believe this album shows that he still has it, and his new style still has mainstream appeal. I believe the next album will be even closer to MMLP/SSLP style work. This album accurately reflected his experiences over the past few years, and critics don't seem to appreciate it. Most believe 25 to life is about Kim LOL. Great album, his third best in my opinion, maybe fourth. The next one will be even better I hope. Production seems a bit loose, but lyrics are tight as ever, 9.… Expand
  67. WR
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Hands down Eminem's most lyrical album. From the content to the punchlines, everything in this album is hands down thought provoking, interesting to listen to, and emotional, at the right times.
  68. TJP.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Awesome album. Keep up the good work EM!
  69. TomS.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Truly amazing album. It's his 2nd best behind MMLP for me. There's only one song on this I skip (W.T.P.), the rest are gold. Em is so far ahead of everyone else out there lyrically, it's not even funny. A few guys come close (Black Thought/One Be Lo/Nas), but Em's flow, complex rhyme schemes, and metaphors are second to none.
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63

Generally favorable reviews - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 28
  3. Negative: 4 out of 28
  1. Expert Witness (MSN Music)
    Jan 7, 2011
    91
    No matter how cleverly he's rhyming, which varies, he could use subject matter beyond married-to-the-game and his traditional obsessions. But with Shady in the shadows, rarely are these themes lifted by Em's long-recessive sense of play.
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  2. Slant Magazine
    30
    Much of Recovery centers around such themes as romantic devotion and anxiety, but the resulting material rings unsurprisingly hollow.
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  3. The Guardian
    60
    Sadly, a piecemeal approach to production (Dr Dre has just one credit) leaves the album lacking an abiding mood and drowning in fashionable soft-rock samples.
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