The Search
by NF
User Score
8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 254 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 222 out of 254
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 254
  3. Negative: 26 out of 254
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  1. Mankman
    Apr 4, 2020
    9
    This won't be for everyone, but it speaks to me! Favourite album of the year so far.
  2. PeeOnPeons
    Jan 28, 2020
    8
    This album isn’t for everyone. The production is dark, heavy, and orchestral for the majority of the project, and the subject matter is rather depressing. Without context from previous albums it may seem overdone or even melodramatic, but for someone well versed in previous projects may appreciate the shift more. The lyricism on this album far outclasses all of NF’s previous works, with aThis album isn’t for everyone. The production is dark, heavy, and orchestral for the majority of the project, and the subject matter is rather depressing. Without context from previous albums it may seem overdone or even melodramatic, but for someone well versed in previous projects may appreciate the shift more. The lyricism on this album far outclasses all of NF’s previous works, with a multitude of polysyllabic rhymes, internal rhymes, figurative speech, imagery, and emotional appeal. The Search is built for people who wear their darker emotions on their sleeve. Do not go into this album thinking otherwise, it will leave you feeling either bored or mellowed.… Expand
  3. Renan8182
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the best albums that I've ever heard, NF is such a great rapper and musician… Expand
  4. WumBrum
    Mar 29, 2020
    10
    I find it funny how people are comparing him to people like Eminem or Twenty one pilots, but i find it obvious that he is different. this album shows how he can convey his point without having to curse, with this he show us a high level of writing skill. Beside the lyrics he also has some high production beats which sound really good.
  5. Cathxrtic
    May 3, 2020
    9
    "The Search" sees Nate building upon the foundation that caught him mainstream attention with 2017's album "Perception". This is easily his best album, where his progression in terms of technical skill has developed further, while still retaining Nate's signature messages centred around mental health and introspection. This time though, it's more powerful than ever, especially on tracks"The Search" sees Nate building upon the foundation that caught him mainstream attention with 2017's album "Perception". This is easily his best album, where his progression in terms of technical skill has developed further, while still retaining Nate's signature messages centred around mental health and introspection. This time though, it's more powerful than ever, especially on tracks like "Nate" and "Change", the latter of which demonstrating a fierce determination to break free of the chains that hold him and his music back from being for everyone.… Expand
  6. Roolen
    Jun 3, 2020
    10
    Amazing. NF is one of the future faces of hip-hop. His lyrics are amazing, and all of his 5 albums are amazing. Can’t wait for the next!
  7. gadushecko
    May 21, 2021
    9
    Лучшее, что приходилось слушать за последнее время
  8. GamePlayer77
    May 25, 2021
    8
    NF makes a strong entrance into the rap game with his new LP. There are many memorable tracks on here that will quickly get in your head.

    FAV TRACK: Like This
    LEAST FAVORITE: Returns
  9. EdmonGM
    Nov 25, 2021
    8
    Most of the songs are great some of them are meh and a little bit too long.
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58

Mixed or average reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. RapReviews.com
    Oct 15, 2019
    80
    There are more nuanced (and enjoyable) approaches to records focused on depression. Elzhi’s “Lead Poison” is still the one I’d recommend first but NF impresses on “The Search”. ... By stripping that away, his barrage of words – married with the booming, cinematic production (credited as NF and Tommee Profitt) – is surprisingly digestible.
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  2. Pitchfork
    Aug 16, 2019
    40
    NF also shares Eminem’s shrillness and distorted sense of volume, rapping like he’s putting on the world’s loudest Punch and Judy show. He spends much of The Search darting in and out of an overbearing rappity-rap snarl-yell that can cut right through you if you don’t relate to his roiling anger.
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  3. Rolling Stone
    Aug 16, 2019
    40
    He is a genuinely engaging artist who raps with impressive intensity and clarity, if not nuance. He confronts his incurable sadness head-on, and it’s easy to identify with his mental health struggles. But for an album about depression, The Search contains a noticeable lack of tension and interior texture.
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