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70

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8.1

Universal acclaim- based on 1069 Ratings

  • Summary: The third full-length studio release for the rapper features guest appearances from Beyoncé, Chris Brown, Drake, Ariana Grande, Skylar Grey, Jeremih, Lil Wayne, Lunchmoney Lewis, and Meek Mill.
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Anaconda
My anaconda don't My anaconda don't My anaconda don't want none Unless you got buns, hun Boy toy named Troy, used to live in Detroit Big dope dealer... See the rest of the song lyrics
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 25
  2. Negative: 0 out of 25
  1. Dec 18, 2014
    82
    Minaj’s latest release is a complicated being, one that might never sit easy, but the layers she provides for the listener to peel through provide for an engaging and ultimately satisfying experience.
  2. Dec 12, 2014
    80
    Nicki is more personal, more timeless and more connected to her own artistry here, serving some of the most superlative work of her established career on The Pinkprint.
  3. Dec 17, 2014
    80
    This is a rap royal in full flex. We're lucky to watch the throne.
  4. Dec 15, 2014
    70
    This is a big step forward for the genre, and makes one wish that Minaj's content could be as good as her form, that more attention was paid to crafting complex rhymes and less on floating through halfway conceived tracks in a sing-song burble. Yet even if she hasn't fully nailed the balance between her different modes, at least Minaj is doing something challenging, offering a third different approach on her third album.
  5. Dec 17, 2014
    60
    Had The Pinkprint included 12 songs rather than the extended version's 22, it could have been a classic.
  6. Jan 5, 2015
    55
    The Pinkprint has moments. Some are great, but most are not.
  7. Jan 8, 2015
    40
    For the most part, though, this seems like a step in the wrong direction: a Nicki Minaj album from somebody who’s thoroughly fed up of being Nicki Minaj.

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Score distribution:
  1. Negative: 34 out of 265
  1. Dec 15, 2014
    10
    This is a smart record that has a lot to say and gives listener a reason to hear it. In contrast with her previous records, fans may surprisedThis is a smart record that has a lot to say and gives listener a reason to hear it. In contrast with her previous records, fans may surprised by what they find. She experimentally plays a different style and direction lead to diversity of this album. Every single one of the tracks sounds promising and good that this plays like a 'Greatest Hits' package.

    The best of the best is Pills n Potions, a slow piano ballad which proved her credibility in delivery both pop and hip hop. Her writing successfully portrayed her true expression, emotion and turn this song into a work of art. Besides, Anaconda, her novelty smash brings genius lyrics with irresistible beats that will be quoted for years to come.

    There are some classic tracks here including I Lied and All Thing Go that we got to hear them at their best. Overall, this will be her best work to date but there's a lot of rooms to explore in producing a very cohesive and solid album. To sum up, the album is a notch away from what the fans expect but it's a step towards the singer attracting new fans and without a doubt she made it successfully.
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  2. Jul 18, 2023
    10
    Amazing album!!! I really love hearing Nicki's personal side. I also really enjoy the vocals on some of these songs like Grand Piano and PillsAmazing album!!! I really love hearing Nicki's personal side. I also really enjoy the vocals on some of these songs like Grand Piano and Pills N Potions for example. I really enjoy every track (including the deluxe) on this work of art. It's truly a masterpiece and her best album yet!!!!! Expand
  3. Aug 12, 2018
    10
    one of the best rap albums of all time, full of hits, this is rap. The songs are very good but "Grand Piano" & "Put You in a Room" #QueenOfRap
  4. Dec 27, 2015
    10
    The Pinkprint es una gran obra de arte Hip-hop de Nicki Minaj, este álbum a diferencia con los anteriores tiene más influencia en el Rap queThe Pinkprint es una gran obra de arte Hip-hop de Nicki Minaj, este álbum a diferencia con los anteriores tiene más influencia en el Rap que en el Pop siendo muy exitoso teniendo colaboraciones con Lil Wayne, Drake y otros artistas. Con esto demuestra que es una leyenda del Rap. Expand
  5. Oct 26, 2015
    9
    When it comes to Onika Tanya Maraj, better known by her stage name, Nicki Minaj, there's always controversy. Earning herself public attentionWhen it comes to Onika Tanya Maraj, better known by her stage name, Nicki Minaj, there's always controversy. Earning herself public attention after releasing three mix-tapes between 2007-09, Minaj signed a contract with Young Money Entertainment shortly after. Her debut studio album was Pink Friday (2010), which quickly peaked at number-one on the U.S. Billboard Hot 200. Whether it be her outrages outfits, or her bold lyrics, the Trinidadian-born American rapper and songwriter is no stranger to criticism. However, with the release of her 2014 album, The PinkPrint, Minaj has really silenced the haters.
    The PinkPrint is clearly Nicki's most creative album, containing songs that make listeners feel every type of emotion. One of her most notable singles ever, “Anaconda,” is featured on this album and is highly praised. Minaj really gets back to her hip-hop roots with this single, and she brings back a side of her that many fans missed. A lesser-known party song included on this album, “Trini Dem Girls”, incorporates a Caribbean styled-groove, and is truly a banger. Minaj also features other legendary rappers on this album like Drake and Lil Wayne in her songs “Truffle Butter” and “Only”. “Pills N Potions” is a slow song featured on the album, it's emotional and personal, a fresh new twist guaranteed to please any fan, and make them feel connected to Minaj herself. However, had this album included 12 songs as opposed to 22, it could have had a much bigger impact and perhaps even have became a classic. Despite this minor flaw, though, The PinkPrint is truly a masterpiece, and the queen of rap has really outdone herself this time.
    Overall, I would rate this album a 9. Minaj has shown tremendous growth as a rapper , her performance was much better in this album then in Pink Friday and Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded. With more meaningful lyrics, a more diverse range of songs and styles, The PinkPrint is sure to have something for every listener.
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  6. Jun 13, 2016
    8
    I wish I could give this a mixed score, but I can't. That's because the album is a masterpiece, it is a big thing, but just like Drake'sI wish I could give this a mixed score, but I can't. That's because the album is a masterpiece, it is a big thing, but just like Drake's VIEWS, this is on crossover from rap to pop. I am in need to talk about the lyrics. The lyrics are really good, and Nicki is a brilliant songwriter. The production of the album is something new, and I can definetly say that this is a big step of the woman on the rap/Hip-Hop industry Expand
  7. Mar 31, 2019
    0
    Bad, utterly trashy, & highly offensive. Nicki is a talentless witch who makes shoddy stereotypical rap songs such as partying, sex, drugs,Bad, utterly trashy, & highly offensive. Nicki is a talentless witch who makes shoddy stereotypical rap songs such as partying, sex, drugs, etc. Also a terrible candidate for Sugilite from Steven Universe. Please stick to good rap artists such as Azealia Banks, Angel Haze, Dreezy, Tkay Maidza, Stefflon Don, IAMDDB, & FLOHIO. Expand

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