Broke With Expensive Taste
by Azealia Banks
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 26
  3. Negative: 0 out of 26
  1. The Guardian
    Nov 19, 2014
    60
    While Broke With Expensive Taste’s overarching direction is a thrill, its execution doesn’t always match up.
  2. Drowned In Sound
    Nov 19, 2014
    60
    Broke has instances of stunningly original songwriting and there's rarely a dull moment, but it's more a kaleidoscopic 'story so far' than a complete manifesto.
  3. XXL
    Nov 12, 2014
    60
    The LP is fun and a return to what hip-hop started out as in the parks--a way to rock the crowd and have a good time.
  5. Slant Magazine
    Nov 10, 2014
    60
    "212" along with an upgraded version of Fantasea's "Luxury" are among the best songs here, but their inclusion is distracting, representing more unpursued directions for an artist who needs to be looking toward the future, not cramming in old material on an already overstuffed album, one which feels more like a drastically updated portfolio than a proper debut.

Awards & Rankings

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#8 Most Discussed Album of 2014
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#29 Most Shared Album of 2014

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User Score
8.4

Universal acclaim- based on 542 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 473 out of 542
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 542
  3. Negative: 55 out of 542
  1. lukeryrle
    Nov 7, 2014
    10
    Broke With Expensive Taste, despite all of the delays, false starts and label issues, has been worth the wait WITHOUT A DOUBT. Her aim was toBroke With Expensive Taste, despite all of the delays, false starts and label issues, has been worth the wait WITHOUT A DOUBT. Her aim was to cover the genres "as told by Azealia Banks", and if salsa (rapping AND singing in Spanish too) and a rock song with Ariel Pink isn't enough, then I personally pity your music taste. This is an innovative record and Azealia has to be respected for being an artist who writes, directs and constructs every song to an unparalleled standard. Azealia Banks is an incredible artist, why she isn't a superstar yet is beyond me, but regardless of fame, the album is faultless. Not one song in my ears is a disappointment. I am glad to be a fan of you, Azealia. Thank you.… Full Review »
  2. thaleslucas
    Nov 7, 2014
    10
    The best and criative album of the year! Of course!

    I waited 2 years until she finally release this album. It is really amazing and I    The best and criative album of the year! Of course!

    I waited 2 years until she finally release this album. It is really amazing and I cannot explain how I'm feeling. It is just the best album of Rap of this Decade. ♥

    Favorite tracks: all.    … Full Review »
  3. brookexcandy
    Nov 7, 2014
    10
    Wow, this album is amazing. That's my favorite album from 2014. It really, really worth the wait. 1991 is a great EP but Broke With ExpensiveWow, this album is amazing. That's my favorite album from 2014. It really, really worth the wait. 1991 is a great EP but Broke With Expensive Taste is a big album with perfect songs. So proud. ♥… Full Review »
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