CrasH Talk
by ScHoolboy Q
User Score
6.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 86 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 56 out of 86
  2. Mixed: 25 out of 86
  3. Negative: 5 out of 86
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  1. tinoMHSH
    May 3, 2019
    10
    The production is incredible. The lyrics are accessible.A departure from the usual themes with impressive results. Well done.
  2. musikman91307
    May 1, 2019
    8
    Some of the hardest productions and lyrics I've heard from Q, although he's more restrained in his introspection and could've gone deeper. The LP doesn't overstay its welcome at only 40 minutes and almost every track is pleasing to hear in its own way; CrasH Talk doesn't top Oxymoron (his best work) but is a more enjoyable listen throughout than Blank Face was. I think this project will beSome of the hardest productions and lyrics I've heard from Q, although he's more restrained in his introspection and could've gone deeper. The LP doesn't overstay its welcome at only 40 minutes and almost every track is pleasing to hear in its own way; CrasH Talk doesn't top Oxymoron (his best work) but is a more enjoyable listen throughout than Blank Face was. I think this project will be seen in higher regard in the future.… Expand
  3. C_dot
    May 22, 2019
    5
    CrasH Talk is the first blemish on Q's discography. Such a shame after waiting 3 years since his last project, Blank Face LP, which was absolutely fantastic. This album, although taking 3 years, somehow has feeling that it was rushed. It has some great songs (Tales, Numb Numb Juice, 5200) that feel album worthy, but the rest of the album feels hollow and contains filler tracks. TheCrasH Talk is the first blemish on Q's discography. Such a shame after waiting 3 years since his last project, Blank Face LP, which was absolutely fantastic. This album, although taking 3 years, somehow has feeling that it was rushed. It has some great songs (Tales, Numb Numb Juice, 5200) that feel album worthy, but the rest of the album feels hollow and contains filler tracks. The production is rather poor and very tame for a ScHoolboy project, and although this may be his best written album, the sonic quality does not match up with his lyrics.… Expand
  4. Connorcox1997
    May 4, 2019
    8
    ScHoolboy Q's CrasH Talk is a good album, although it's not his best work as his other albums. I like a couple of songs on the album. Like "Drunk ft 6lack" was a dope song, "5200" was amazing, and "Dangerous ft Kid Cudi" was dope. But there are like two songs on the album that I thought was corny. Like "Chopstix" with Travis Scott, I thought that was alright, the beat is nice, andScHoolboy Q's CrasH Talk is a good album, although it's not his best work as his other albums. I like a couple of songs on the album. Like "Drunk ft 6lack" was a dope song, "5200" was amazing, and "Dangerous ft Kid Cudi" was dope. But there are like two songs on the album that I thought was corny. Like "Chopstix" with Travis Scott, I thought that was alright, the beat is nice, and ScHoolboy Q killed it on the song; however, and even though I'm a Travis Scott fan, his chorus on the song was a bit weak. And the other song "Water" with Lil Baby was one of the worst songs off the album, and Lil Baby did not have to be on the song. The production on the album is dope though, and ScHoolboy Q did his thing in the album. In the end, it's a good album, but to be honest, I would consider being his worst album to date. 8/10… Expand
  5. bluebeardtattoo
    May 2, 2019
    0
    Отстойный альбом. Ни звучания ни текстов.
  6. fmeirinho
    May 2, 2019
    8
    First impression is not a good one. Then from Water you feel thirsty, then you get Dangerous and dance , Floating to have some Tales to tell and call Attention and in the end you Die with Em. History Schoolboy Q, in some years this will be a rare 10s-20s rap ep :)
  7. oyke
    Jun 27, 2019
    3
    I'm disappointed. Much worse than the previous album. Only a few good songs and 70% is pure garbage.
  8. ArianE
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    Great album, one of the best rap albums in recent years. Many memorable songs and great performances.
  9. Jonsnow123
    May 5, 2019
    8
    The long awaited comeback from Mr. Quincy falls a tad bit short, as Crash talk neither surpasses Oxymoron or Blank Face LP. I do really enjoy some of the songs on here, hence the good score, but there is just to much mediocrity to give it any higher. Chopstixx by far det worst song on the album, and seemed shoehorned in from label (Same goes for features from Travis, lil baby and 6lack).The long awaited comeback from Mr. Quincy falls a tad bit short, as Crash talk neither surpasses Oxymoron or Blank Face LP. I do really enjoy some of the songs on here, hence the good score, but there is just to much mediocrity to give it any higher. Chopstixx by far det worst song on the album, and seemed shoehorned in from label (Same goes for features from Travis, lil baby and 6lack). I really enjoy Travis and 6lack but their features are not adding anything to Q, Travis's feature on chopstixx is also by far the worst contribution from Mr. Scott i've ever heard.

    The mellow moments stand out were Q is introspective along some bangers that feel like prime blank face or oxymoron! These are the songs that make me return to Q and the album, whether he is really introspective with a good flow, or makes a straight up banger like we all want from him.

    All in all i really enjoy the album, but somehow i feel slightly let down from Schoolboy Q.. Maybe that is because with a little more effort and a tighter package excluding songs like Chopstixx this would've been a much better album. And it definitely didn't take three years to make, he has managed his time badly in that respect.

    Favorite tracks: Numb numb juice, Dangerous, Tales, 5200, Crash, Attention

    Least favorite: Chopstixx, Drunk, water, black folk

    Honorable mentions: Die wit em, floating    … Expand
  10. fifi3
    Jan 21, 2020
    5
    I found this to be average in almost every sense. It was mostly forgettable. I don't even remember enough of it to think of any pros or cons. It's just an average album.
  11. spenceryang8
    Jun 5, 2019
    5
    CrasH Talk sounds strangely dated and is a disappointingly safe effort from Q following Blank Face.

    FAV TRACKS: TALES, 5200, FLOATING, DIE WITH EM, WATER

    LEAST FAV TRACK: CHOPSTIX
  12. trey_willi
    May 8, 2019
    4
    Very disappointing. Lazy songwriting. Weak flows. Unmemorable beats. TOO SHORT. The brevity of the songs is something that does not benefit Q like some of the newer rappers and is definitely the weakest part of the album. There is also rarely a moment where Q uses his aggressive flows that everyone has come to love. Numb Numb Juice set the standard high with being a fantastic single but IVery disappointing. Lazy songwriting. Weak flows. Unmemorable beats. TOO SHORT. The brevity of the songs is something that does not benefit Q like some of the newer rappers and is definitely the weakest part of the album. There is also rarely a moment where Q uses his aggressive flows that everyone has come to love. Numb Numb Juice set the standard high with being a fantastic single but I instantly felt worried when he released Chopstix( God awful) and my worries unfortunately came true. Not terrible, but so unmemorable that I have to give it a bad score. Hopefully Isaiah Rashad can redeem the TDE slump.… Expand
  13. ImBathory
    May 5, 2019
    7
    The brand new album Crash Talk by Schoolboy Q is a good album. Thumbs up. Ok.
  14. LMadaschi7
    May 5, 2019
    8
    School asserts his position as one of the best introspective and lyrically exceptionally artists in the rap game right now with his amazing new album "CrasH Talk". The best song on the album by far is "Tales", but "Dangerous" & "CHopsticks" are also amazing. He has great features on it too but was I disappointed that Kendrick Lamar was nowhere to be found on the album, as he and School'sSchool asserts his position as one of the best introspective and lyrically exceptionally artists in the rap game right now with his amazing new album "CrasH Talk". The best song on the album by far is "Tales", but "Dangerous" & "CHopsticks" are also amazing. He has great features on it too but was I disappointed that Kendrick Lamar was nowhere to be found on the album, as he and School's chemistry in their songs is so uniquely vibrant. Overall, a great album for anyone who is into conscious rap, and just rap in general. A must-listen.… Expand
  15. hannihilator
    May 5, 2019
    8
    Although I believe this is not as good as Blank Face or Oxymoron, this album still stands on its own. Many people aren't enjoying this album as much as I am, but Schoolboy q delivers some bangers on this including 5200, Numb Numb Juice, Water, Crash, Die Wit Them. I also really enjoy some of the storytelling tracks like Attention and tales. But even I have to agree Chopstix ain't it.Although I believe this is not as good as Blank Face or Oxymoron, this album still stands on its own. Many people aren't enjoying this album as much as I am, but Schoolboy q delivers some bangers on this including 5200, Numb Numb Juice, Water, Crash, Die Wit Them. I also really enjoy some of the storytelling tracks like Attention and tales. But even I have to agree Chopstix ain't it. Overall it gets an 8/10.… Expand
  16. rosawpark
    May 29, 2019
    6
    This was an ok album for Q. It has some bangers like Q usually does, but it also has some other stuff on it that kinda diverges away such as Drunk or Dangerous. Q on some tracks though, sound like he doesn't even want to be in the studio. Best tracks are Tales; Attention; Numb Numb Juice; 5200; and CrasH.
  17. master_sebo
    May 28, 2020
    4
    Personally, CrasH Talk made me feel a contrasting swirl of sensations throughout its listening. Gang Gang, the opening track, made me expect some high quality project, but my hopes were soon broken after listening to some of the following tracks, which really struggle to "entertain" the listener. Perhaps the problem is linked to the poor quality of the beats, which sound monotonous in mostPersonally, CrasH Talk made me feel a contrasting swirl of sensations throughout its listening. Gang Gang, the opening track, made me expect some high quality project, but my hopes were soon broken after listening to some of the following tracks, which really struggle to "entertain" the listener. Perhaps the problem is linked to the poor quality of the beats, which sound monotonous in most of the cases: songs such as Floating give really good initial impressions, but the lack of a climax in the beat kind of subtract energy to the song, making it result quite boring, or disappointing. Something similar happens to Attention, a song which provides a very good lyrical component but doesn't last as long as you might expect or want, and quite ends abruptly and awkwardly… Expand
  18. TheKidBo
    Dec 9, 2020
    9
    I love school boy q. This was my favorite album under him. This album needs more love. A 6.8 is disrespectful.
  19. Czarg
    Jan 2, 2021
    10
    Dope ass album! “My daughter need new shoes, if I lose she lose” whole album is a BANGER !
  20. VBSBazooka
    Nov 4, 2021
    6
    ScHoolboy Q is back at it again with his incredible lyricism and production. Emphasis on the "again." This whole album, while far from bad, just feel svery boring and safe. Nothing experimental happened here, just a lot of the same stuff we've come to expect. Which is why I am letting the listener interpret this as a praise or a criticism because this could've been exactly what you wantedScHoolboy Q is back at it again with his incredible lyricism and production. Emphasis on the "again." This whole album, while far from bad, just feel svery boring and safe. Nothing experimental happened here, just a lot of the same stuff we've come to expect. Which is why I am letting the listener interpret this as a praise or a criticism because this could've been exactly what you wanted or exactly what you didn't. Personally, while writing this I went to put down that it had an hour long runtime and when I went to check, it was only 40! So maybe I'm misremembering or maybe it was just that much of a slog .I went into this neutral and came out slightly better off than I was.

    Favorite Songs: CrasH, Numb Numb Juice, Die Wit Em
    Least Favorite Songs: CHopstix (feat. Travis Scott)    … Expand
  21. boogywoogy1
    Jun 8, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. amazing album, I love the dark beats he uses and the features just add to it!… Expand

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69

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. HipHopDX
    May 15, 2019
    68
    There are without doubt a few tracks on this album that could make it to your favorite ScHoolboy playlist but said “few” don’t outweigh the remaining dozen that fall flat on their blank face.
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  2. New Musical Express (NME)
    May 3, 2019
    80
    The album’s slower tempo won’t be for everyone: if you’re all thrills, no substance, then maybe this album is not for you. But you have to respect ScHoolboy Q’s dedication to showing us a different outlook on life, and exploring many emotions. Introspective--yes, but these are songs for the summer.
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  3. AllMusic
    May 2, 2019
    70
    At 40 minutes, this is easily Q's leanest LP. It would be meaner with the removal of the inane Travis Scott collaboration "CHopstix," the uncharacteristic single.
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