Care For Me
by Saba
Metascore
93

Universal acclaim - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
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  1. Consequence
    Apr 12, 2018
    91
    It’s a grief we hope to avoid and yet a grief we can’t help tasting. Saba makes it near impossible to turn away.
  2. AllMusic
    Nov 26, 2018
    90
    The album doesn't seek any big answers to make sense of a pointless death, but profoundly chronicles Saba's jagged path through the heartache as life continues.
  3. HipHopDX
    Apr 12, 2018
    88
    With Care For Me, Saba accomplished his objective by making an album that can endure for years to come.
  5. Pitchfork
    Apr 12, 2018
    87
    Each note and phrase on the album is colored to depict this struggle. The instrumentation is bracing, almost as if played live for a crowd, but it has the intimate tenor and tone of Saba recording the entire thing alone in his basement.
  6. Exclaim
    Apr 12, 2018
    80
    He has his own sound and stands out as an artist, with this album possibly being the one to distance himself from being overshadowed by other Chicago rappers. He does hold it down for showing his upbringing through his music as a Chicago artist in a more authentic way this time around.

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8.8

Universal acclaim- based on 139 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 131 out of 139
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 139
  3. Negative: 3 out of 139
  1. PuffFishTorch28
    Jul 3, 2018
    10
    I don't often give 10s, but this album earned it, standing out as one of the best releases this year. He touches on a wide range of meaningfulI don't often give 10s, but this album earned it, standing out as one of the best releases this year. He touches on a wide range of meaningful and important subjects that are well blended together across the 10 tracks. The sounds are creamy, soulful, nostalgic, and at times dark. The range of vibes is eclectic without sounding all over the place. The lyrical work fits the production like a glove and the engineering has been noticeably tailored to fit Saba's style and vocal mannerisms. The influences of his peers are noticeably present on this record at times, but they do not overpower his sound or identity as an artist. Daoud & daedaePIVOT's production combined with Saba's lyrical and stylistic prowess are a winning formula. I got goosebumps several times throughout the first listen and I still do whenever I turn on this project. 9.5/10… Full Review »
  2. bannigeri17
    Jun 1, 2018
    10
    Beautiful production, amazing delivery, and doesn't feel overwhelming or overbearing despite the heavy subject matter, it's just stripped downBeautiful production, amazing delivery, and doesn't feel overwhelming or overbearing despite the heavy subject matter, it's just stripped down to its roots in the realest way possible.… Full Review »
  3. PirateReviews
    Dec 5, 2018
    10
    Saba's sophomore album demonstrates his ability to convey his emotions through well-crafted music. "Care For Me" displays Saba's lyricalSaba's sophomore album demonstrates his ability to convey his emotions through well-crafted music. "Care For Me" displays Saba's lyrical talent and ability over jazzy and dark instrumentals. The replay value of this album goes up as you play it more, and you feel as if you get to know more about Saba personally the more you pay attention to his bars. The attention to detail in his songwriting is incredible, and so are the beats produced by his close friends. This album is seriously under-appreciated. 96/100… Full Review »
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