DAMN.
by Kendrick Lamar
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  1. Iamgaffney
    Aug 16, 2017
    10
    Damn has become the new benchmark for Rap/hip-hop in respect to skill, storytelling, and literary elements. Damn has become an instant classic and the epitome of the rise of conscious rap.
  2. ReviewByAnIdiot
    Aug 18, 2017
    8
    DAMN. is not at all similar to the deep and introspective works of Good Kid, M.A.A.D City or To Pimp A Butterfly, but an entirely different kind of album.

    This album is direct. Kendrick doesn't dance with words. He lists the themes of his songs in their titles. There is no misinterpreting him. There is nothing to deduce. It's well produced, a bit skeletal at times, but still very    DAMN. is not at all similar to the deep and introspective works of Good Kid, M.A.A.D City or To Pimp A Butterfly, but an entirely different kind of album.

    This album is direct. Kendrick doesn't dance with words. He lists the themes of his songs in their titles. There is no misinterpreting him. There is nothing to deduce.

    It's well produced, a bit skeletal at times, but still very well made.

    Flow is what keeps this album from being a higher score. Songs don't flow at all. Each is a single track without any purpose in the larger story of the album. Some of the contrasting tracks directly follow each other. The well-paced narratives of Good Kid and the flow of To Pimp A Butterfly disappear on this album.

    Yet, I am impressed with Kendrick's ability to change so dramatically.

    If you are a fan of Kendrick Lamar, well even if you aren't, you'll probably enjoy at least a few songs off of this album.

    Personal Favorites: LUST., DUCKWORTH., PRIDE., FEEL., XXX., and HUMBLE..    … Expand
  3. Carlgo18
    Aug 21, 2017
    10
    Kendrick Lamar is able to consistently dish out albums or songs that have strong tones and values he wants to express, and DAMN is a superlative example of that.
  4. Donaldo3rd
    Aug 25, 2017
    7
    I thoroughly think that the crutch that this album possesses is that Kendrick has so many different topics going on throughout the record that it winds up feeling cluttered and over-thought thematically. There are a lot of really good tracks on here from the very aggressive and boisterous "HUMBLE" to the very reflective and borderline meditative "FEAR". I got a lot out of this album, II thoroughly think that the crutch that this album possesses is that Kendrick has so many different topics going on throughout the record that it winds up feeling cluttered and over-thought thematically. There are a lot of really good tracks on here from the very aggressive and boisterous "HUMBLE" to the very reflective and borderline meditative "FEAR". I got a lot out of this album, I just don't perceive it being as well groomed or as perfectly laid out as To Pimp a Butterfly or Good Kid, m.A.A.d. City.… Expand
  5. as1an
    Sep 2, 2017
    9
    A deep and truly fantastic album from Kendrick. Kendrick brings a unique sound to this album and does not focus on the generic topics that rappers bring up and instead brings up real social issues. This album might not be for everyone, but the quality of this album is clear if you have an ounce of tone awareness.
  6. RevolutionMusik
    Sep 4, 2017
    10
    IMO this is a classic hip hop album, on par with the 'all time great' albums throughout hip hop history. I asked myself, "is this on par with my personal favorites such as "It Was Written" by Nas, and I absolutely believe it is..
  7. jackwells99
    Sep 4, 2017
    10
    Kendrick keeping the gold standard of a rap album alive all whilst moving to a more mainstream sound. Every emotion is described in this masterpiece and Kung Fu Kenny's newest addition keeps him well in the debate of GOAT
  8. Mayfieldja
    Dec 29, 2017
    8
    Kendrick continues to give everything he has to the records that he puts out. Though Damn. is arguably not as strong as previous endeavors, he continues to give a look into his reality through strong, undeniable lyrics and potent samples that lead us through a story of struggle and it’s enchanting. Tracks that stand out are “DNA.”, “XXX.”, and “FEAR.”.
  9. Gc0rD
    Sep 24, 2017
    10
    its the best of kendrick from good kid maad city mixed with best of kendrick from to pimp a butterfly in a perfect molded album with mainstream hits mixed in with kendricks deep content from untitled unmastered and to pimp a butterfly
  10. madder
    Oct 1, 2017
    10
    DAMN. is an amazing album from Kendrick Lamar. When I first started listening to this album, it didn't feel like any usual hip-hop album. Time flew by listening to this album.
    It feels like Kendrick is experiencing new techniques on his songs on DAMN. Beats are dope, lyrics are mind-blowing when you actually take the time to take a look at them.
    I could even say the album was better than    DAMN. is an amazing album from Kendrick Lamar. When I first started listening to this album, it didn't feel like any usual hip-hop album. Time flew by listening to this album.
    It feels like Kendrick is experiencing new techniques on his songs on DAMN. Beats are dope, lyrics are mind-blowing when you actually take the time to take a look at them.
    I could even say the album was better than the hype. I also agree with the #1 album of 2017 ranking.    … Expand
  11. JesseXRP
    Oct 30, 2017
    10
    It is Kendrick The GOAT. awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesomeIt is Kendrick The GOAT. awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome awesome.… Expand
  12. itsvague
    Nov 30, 2017
    8
    SERVING rap extravaganza with the help of RIhanna, U2 and more, Kendrick Lamar levels-up the game making it untouchable. One of the best rap albums ever contains pain, fear, love, loyalty and ethics mixed with vulnerable poetry at it's finest.
    PRO TIP: listen to the album backwards.

    Highlights: DNA., ELEMENT., LOYALTY. (FEAT. RIHANNA.), HUMBLE., LUST.
  13. Clint_Eastwood1
    Nov 9, 2017
    10
    Один из лучших альбомов 2017 года. Кендрик даже переплюнул свой прошлый альбом,что казалось практически невозможно.Альбом прекрасен со всех сторон: и в плане музыки и в плане текста.
  14. MasterofHeaarts
    Nov 14, 2017
    9
    DAMNNN GOOD!!

    Kendrick Lamar really outdid himself on this album proving why he is one of the best rappers of this generation. The Highlights of this album is Humble DNA, Element, Love and God. Some of the tracks were a bit boring and sometimes his rhymes go over your head. But DNA HUMBLE and ELEMENT and LOVE are very addictive with flawless production make up for those songs.    DAMNNN GOOD!!

    Kendrick Lamar really outdid himself on this album proving why he is one of the best rappers of this generation. The Highlights of this album is Humble DNA, Element, Love and God. Some of the tracks were a bit boring and sometimes his rhymes go over your head. But DNA HUMBLE and ELEMENT and LOVE are very addictive with flawless production make up for those songs. Definitely one of the best albums of the year    … Expand
  15. ravenklaus
    Nov 25, 2017
    10
    Just like Kendrick's other albums, this one is nothing like generic rap that we all are used to when we think about other rappers, DAMN. shows us everything we want to listen and leave us wanting more and more, returning with this record was the best choice he ever made, this album has passion, anger, courage also fear but at the same time Kendrick sings with bravery, telling us what heJust like Kendrick's other albums, this one is nothing like generic rap that we all are used to when we think about other rappers, DAMN. shows us everything we want to listen and leave us wanting more and more, returning with this record was the best choice he ever made, this album has passion, anger, courage also fear but at the same time Kendrick sings with bravery, telling us what he wants and showing constantly he can do anything and still be one of the best rappers of our generation.… Expand
  16. MtoniMusic
    Dec 4, 2017
    10
    Lamar's radio friendly record picks up well from his story telling abilities. If we consider what everyone has made rap to be lately it tops a lot of them. fast paced beats, strong lyrics, along with Lamar's many voices. Lamar's veracity can still be seen even on DAMN. It may have been his hardest mission yet, but he does certainly pull it off. DAMN. can never best GKMC or TPAB but it doesLamar's radio friendly record picks up well from his story telling abilities. If we consider what everyone has made rap to be lately it tops a lot of them. fast paced beats, strong lyrics, along with Lamar's many voices. Lamar's veracity can still be seen even on DAMN. It may have been his hardest mission yet, but he does certainly pull it off. DAMN. can never best GKMC or TPAB but it does deserve pole position for 2017.… Expand
  17. kayhamed
    Jun 1, 2019
    9
    couldn't live up to the quality of his previous masterpieces (good kid & TPAB) but is worth a listen.
  18. CORNROWKENNY
    May 19, 2018
    9
    "DAMN." isn't as conceptual as Kendrick Lamars last two records. It's shorter, more scattered and seemingly less grand. After the epic "To Pimp a Butterfly", it may have been the only logical step to make a more stripped down, easily digestible album, relying more on contemporary hip hop production than TPABs Jazz and Funk influenced sound.
    Kendrick seems as conflicted as ever on this    "DAMN." isn't as conceptual as Kendrick Lamars last two records. It's shorter, more scattered and seemingly less grand. After the epic "To Pimp a Butterfly", it may have been the only logical step to make a more stripped down, easily digestible album, relying more on contemporary hip hop production than TPABs Jazz and Funk influenced sound.
    Kendrick seems as conflicted as ever on this album, and the lack of a strict concept reflects that. Sure, there seem to be track pairings that contrast each other ("LOVE." and "LUST." for example), and similar themes and phrases appear throughout the album (plus there's this whole "play the album in reverse" thing), but anyone who thinks there is a story like in "good kid, M.A.A.D. City" or an overall theme and idea like on TPAB is really reaching.
    That doesn't mean it's a bad album though. Sure, tracks like "GOD.", "LOYALTY.", "YAH." and "LOVE." seem kind of simple when compared to Kendricks usual ambition, but they're still well-produced, earnest and lot of fun.
    No, "DAMN." is actually a great album. Tracks like "DNA.", "ELEMENT." or "HUMBLE." are total bangers, letting everyone know who's the king of rap right now. "FEEL.", "LUST." and "XXX." express a lot of the internal conflict that Kendrick is going through. He doesn't seem to be one hundred percent comfortable with the saviour role that was attributed to him after TPAB. He's only a human, at times flawed, undecided and insecure. These sentiments also reflect on "FEAR." and "PRIDE.", both of which are among the best tracks he's ever released, especially the first, which is a 7-minute masterpiece of a conscious rap song that has rightfully been described as the centerpiece of the album. The album closes with the fantastic "DUCKWORTH.", which tells the true (?) story of how Kendricks father and Top Dawg, TDEs label boss, met eachother, which set the table for Kendricks career.
    It goes without saying that all of these tracks feature great production and seemingly effortless fantastic rapping by Kendrick Lamar, even if it all doesn't seem to fit together as well as the music on his last couple of albums did.
    Maybe that's intentional, as "DAMN." shows Kendrick maybe at his most conflicted and unsure. Whatever he might feel, the album is another victory lap for him, containing his biggest singles and outselling Drake. Kendrick Lamar isn't the messiah, but he's the world's greatest rapper.    … Expand
  19. Dahp99
    Jan 2, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. DAMN. is Kendrick's best album by far. This album seemed to tell so much yet still sound amazing. His previous albums lyrics were jaw dropping these are no exception. This is an album were you can listen to every single song and not get tired of them. This album will be a cult classic and will be in the record book. These are bold statements but songs like HUMBLE, ELEMENT and DNA talk about the slums in Compton, CA and how he sticks to those roots.

    Best Songs: DNA. HUMBLE. ELEMENT. PRIDE. LOVE. XXX.    … Expand
  20. BB2
    Feb 22, 2018
    9
    I really really REALLY want to give this album a 10/10, trust me. I love DUCKWORTH., DNA., and LUST. a lot! Plus, this album got me into some of Kendrick Lamar's other classics.

    And if you listen to it enough you can appreciate how great the songs really are and the story they tell. And that story is also very different if you listen or the collectors edition (the album but in backwards    I really really REALLY want to give this album a 10/10, trust me. I love DUCKWORTH., DNA., and LUST. a lot! Plus, this album got me into some of Kendrick Lamar's other classics.

    And if you listen to it enough you can appreciate how great the songs really are and the story they tell. And that story is also very different if you listen or the collectors edition (the album but in backwards order), that puts DUCKWORTH. first and BLOOD. last, making his death seem useless in BLOOD, and also having the first lines of BLOOD. as the last lines of DUCKWORTH. makes the album come into full circle.

    But there's just two songs that *really* put me off.

    HUMBLE.. Although this song was the most poplar song in the album and the one that got me into Kendrick Lamar as an artist, listening to the rest of the songs on here and coming back to this made me realize it was the worst song in the album

    LOYALTY.. At the beginning of the song its really off putting, Kendrick opens sounding like a goat. And this song in its whole is just feels like a regular rap with a singer in it and it gets very boring to listen to after a while.

    Also not that I have a problem with this song, but sometimes I end up skipping over FEAR., whiter its just started or I'm halfway through it. The fact that its 7 minutes long makes it very repetitive or boring to listen to. This is my third least favoritism song in the album, but I usually don't have a problem with it    … Expand
  21. PeppaBoi
    Apr 29, 2018
    8
    DAMN. the album with Kendrick's absolute top-notch songs, but also his first songs that are actually 'bad'. And adding on the criticism, the meaning of the whole album lacks in a couple songs. The two halves this album is split up in are completely different, but I honestly see that as a good thing, as it compares and contrasts against each-other in a perfect way. Day and night. ButDAMN. the album with Kendrick's absolute top-notch songs, but also his first songs that are actually 'bad'. And adding on the criticism, the meaning of the whole album lacks in a couple songs. The two halves this album is split up in are completely different, but I honestly see that as a good thing, as it compares and contrasts against each-other in a perfect way. Day and night. But honestly, songs like 'XXX.', 'DUCKWORTH.', and 'PRIDE.' completely make up for it, making the album sit nicely in my 'taste dubs'. Although it's not as good as his previous albums, it's another win for K. Dot.… Expand
  22. Pablo_Youngs
    Jun 5, 2018
    10
    Hip hop as a genre and culture has been around for 30+ years. Throughout all the years, with the many artists, the many albums and all the songs, throughout all the changes and movements... Hip hop the culture and genre of music as we know it has come to an absolute peak with the release of 2017's "DAMN." by Kendrick Lamar.
    It is the culmination of everything that hip hop has been through    Hip hop as a genre and culture has been around for 30+ years. Throughout all the years, with the many artists, the many albums and all the songs, throughout all the changes and movements... Hip hop the culture and genre of music as we know it has come to an absolute peak with the release of 2017's "DAMN." by Kendrick Lamar.
    It is the culmination of everything that hip hop has been through over the last 30+ years. Telling a twisting tail of death, damnation, violence, love, pride, and fear through the eyes of the African American, we get a personal glimpse into the psyche and lyrical prowess of one of the greatest living hip hop artists. With Kendrick's vocal changes that keeps your mind racing, stories that keep you on the edge of your seat, beats that make you question whether to dance or lock your doors, and a vision more vivid and real than an oil painting, Kendrick's fourth album is exactly what the music world needed. Lyrically, visually, musically, compositionally, culturally, and historically, "DAMN." is the pinnacle hip hop music crafted by the premier musical artist of today's generation.

    "Good Kid, m.A.A.d. City" (2012) is about the life of a black man growing up and living in Compton, CA.
    "To Pimp A Butterfly" (2015) is about a black man living in a turmoiled America.
    "DAMN." tells the story of a black man from Compton living in America in its most vulnerable state.

    All hail King Kendrick.    … Expand
  23. MilesW1998
    Mar 3, 2018
    10
    Kendrick Lamar makes his comeback in 2017 after his 2015 album To Pimp A Butterfly with trap elements that work better than most other trap songs and get his biggest mainstream success he definitely deserves.

    Best: DNA, HUMBLE, LOYALTY, LOVE, DUCKWORTH, XXX

    Worst: GOD
  24. Iusedtobeacat
    Mar 13, 2018
    8
    As a modern day rapper/Hip-Hop artist, I've always admired Kendrick Lamar out of a very mixed bag of modern-day artists from mumble rappers to the cringe-worthy once. Lamar has always seemed focused and he is definitely a lyricist.

    This might not be the first successful album that Kendrick Lamar has released to the public, but it is by far the most commercial/accessible project of his    As a modern day rapper/Hip-Hop artist, I've always admired Kendrick Lamar out of a very mixed bag of modern-day artists from mumble rappers to the cringe-worthy once. Lamar has always seemed focused and he is definitely a lyricist.

    This might not be the first successful album that Kendrick Lamar has released to the public, but it is by far the most commercial/accessible project of his to date. I think he gained a new league of fans that might not necessarily listen to Hip Hop outside of whatever makes it on the Billboard top 100.
    While To Pimp a Butterfly & Good Kid mAAD city were both superior albums in my humble opinion, one cannot deny that they are primarily conceptual records and might not appeal to everyone. DAMN on the other hand doesn't have this problem. the tracks stand out on their own you can easily skip through them without listening to the entire album at once, each track focuses on a specific theme such as (pride, lust, love, god, loyalty etc..) each theme and its polar opposite is presented in this album in a way in which Kendrick tries to express or present his thoughts on each one without claiming to have the full answers to everything. In a way, it is an album about his struggles as a human which makes it relatable to the listener.

    Not Kendrick's best effort but still enjoyable and far superior to most mainstream Hip-Hop albums that were released in 2017.

    Favorite tracks: HUMBLE, DNA, BLOOD, XXX

    Least Favorite: LUST, LOYALTY    … Expand
  25. 4za
    Aug 13, 2018
    9
    A year ago I would've gave this a 7, I was severely disappointed with this album, but overtime it has grown on me. I set incredibly high standards for this album after 'To Pimp A Butterfly' was my favourite album of all time, so I was obviously disappointed, but now I can see that DAMN. is a perfectly good pop rap album. Songs like FEEL. and DUCKWORTH. are standouts as what you wouldA year ago I would've gave this a 7, I was severely disappointed with this album, but overtime it has grown on me. I set incredibly high standards for this album after 'To Pimp A Butterfly' was my favourite album of all time, so I was obviously disappointed, but now I can see that DAMN. is a perfectly good pop rap album. Songs like FEEL. and DUCKWORTH. are standouts as what you would expect from Kendrick, but he also delivers songs like DNA. which are completely different for his discography. The bangers on here are incredible alongside the more concsious tracks. As always, the production is tremendous, obviously not being as rich as 'To Pimp A Butterfly' or 'untitled unmastered.', but still great. One of few albums that changed my opinion so greatly over time.… Expand
  26. fwtll636
    May 21, 2018
    9
    Kendrick Lamar released his attempt at trap music with 'DAMN.' and it is incredible. It really makes you wonder what the sonic limit to this man is. He's viable and adaptable, witty and wordy; everything current rap music needs.
  27. gabrielcipriano
    Dec 21, 2018
    10
    It's one of the best rap albums I've heard, the critics fit perfectly into the songs and their compositions are incredible. The mixes of the songs, are completely perfect and without details and would say that it is one of the best albums of this generation. Amazing!
  28. nicolasfederick
    May 22, 2018
    10
    oh my gooosh..............................................................................
  29. aaaaa1
    Jun 1, 2018
    8
    Not as good as To Pimp A Butterfly and not as meaningful, but I would be lying if I said i didn't like this album. The new direction Kendrick takes is fire af. Lots of great tracks (DNA, FEAR, HUMBLE, LOVE, XXX), though a couple of meh songs do bring it down a little for me (GOD and DUCKWORTH)
  30. MetroSqStation
    Jun 11, 2018
    10
    Its like a big journey. This will be one of the big classics of the 2010s (just like the two Kendrick LPs before) This is one of that albums I'd like to show my kids one day so I can be sure that they are gonna listen to great timeless music!
  31. C_dot
    Dec 3, 2018
    8
    A good, but not great album. Kendrick submits to the pop culture and goes more mainstream than we are used to, but still provides us a high quality album. Kendrick Lamar still impresses with his impeccable flow and manipulation of his voice to express diffferent tones to match the beats he is rapping over.
  32. M64
    Jul 23, 2018
    9
    This album has a unique sound that makes it very enjoyable and fresh. K-Dot really did well with this one, despite having some flaws in this album.
  33. alexc4761
    Jul 6, 2018
    9
    Amazing storytelling, and it just shows Lamar's overall thoughts of modern day issues. "DNA", "ELEMENT", and "XXX" all shows Lamar speaking up of current problems with an intense tone of rapping. Extremely diverse and a must listen.
  34. Yobyoni
    Nov 16, 2020
    7
    Easily Kendrick's worst album yet. Quite inconsistent and features songs that I genuinely hate (LOYALTY. & LOVE.). Of course, there are some fantastic tracks in here, such as ELEMENT., PRIDE., XXX. & DUCKWORTH. but overall, I have pretty mixed feelings about it.
  35. DamonAubergine
    Sep 21, 2018
    8
    DAMN. is certainly a feat of immense focus strength from Kendrick Lamar. It delivers on commercial success tracks such as HUMBLE., and more thoughtful tracks such as ELEMENT. and LUST.. With features from Rihanna, U2 and Zacari adds diversity in voculs, but unfortunately these songs are probably the least impressive on the album. Kendrick could have definitely pulled off what J Cole hasDAMN. is certainly a feat of immense focus strength from Kendrick Lamar. It delivers on commercial success tracks such as HUMBLE., and more thoughtful tracks such as ELEMENT. and LUST.. With features from Rihanna, U2 and Zacari adds diversity in voculs, but unfortunately these songs are probably the least impressive on the album. Kendrick could have definitely pulled off what J Cole has done three times, and get an album to platinum without any features.

    Kendrick is talented enough to be regarded as one of the best of this generation, but with the amazing success of To Pimp a Butterfly and untitled unmastered, there was a lot to live up to. Unfortunately DAMN. doesn't quite live up to its predecessors, but it comes very close.    … Expand
  36. ShotGunPill
    Apr 23, 2019
    10
    This is one of the best hip hop albums of all time not kendrick's best but I would put it below good Kid Maad city but it's really amazing good bars and punchlines and also the beats are on point.
  37. brashadcarr23
    Nov 10, 2018
    10
    i love this album. would've rather had the heart part 4 on here then love which seems out of place but besides that its amazing. fear duckworth dna element and pride are the best songs. i think more people will grow on this album before the end of the decade. the only people giving it 7s are those brain washed by anthony fatonao. the same guy who gave my beautiful dark twisted fantasy a 6i love this album. would've rather had the heart part 4 on here then love which seems out of place but besides that its amazing. fear duckworth dna element and pride are the best songs. i think more people will grow on this album before the end of the decade. the only people giving it 7s are those brain washed by anthony fatonao. the same guy who gave my beautiful dark twisted fantasy a 6 lol. this especially after the Pulitzer win is a classic album. he did a great job fusing pop witch conscious… Expand
  38. All_ButTrU4
    Jun 7, 2022
    8
    Kdots most commercial album sonically contrast the dense cosmic jazz rap of his game changing opus,"TPAB". It felt very relevant then in 2017 amidst the turmoil of the trump administration, police brutality cases and political landscape post 2016. Unfortunately it's just as relevant now as the transition to the Biden administration proves fruitless and the negligence of the police led toKdots most commercial album sonically contrast the dense cosmic jazz rap of his game changing opus,"TPAB". It felt very relevant then in 2017 amidst the turmoil of the trump administration, police brutality cases and political landscape post 2016. Unfortunately it's just as relevant now as the transition to the Biden administration proves fruitless and the negligence of the police led to more black death. It tackles death, love,money ,ego and so much more with 0 to no effort. The heady "ELEMENT "&"PRIDE" are the nearest we get to the funk of TPAB. Other diverging track's move into fresh yet still familar territory. The searing "DNA" feels like more of a take down than a political anti-colonialism banger it it. "HUMBLE " takes an egotistical look in the mirror as Lamar takes his earned seat at the rap parthenon. His storytelling as always never takes a break from the detached killing in "XXX " or the woozy "YAH" and epic "DUCKWORTH" . A Peabody winning record setting achiever keeps you entertained and thinking throughout ,stays familiar but grows enough to surprise. The production is off the hook. Im so enamoured by this record. Ppl are tempted to critique this record as "not up to par" due to it being less dense or more pop than the previous two albums but that's what draws me to it most. It has it's own personality that sets it apart from it's siblings. Favourites:literally every song… Expand
  39. Bluesoul
    Dec 9, 2018
    9
    Another great album from K Dot. Songs like HUMBLE, ELEMENT, DNA, XXX, LOYALTY, LOVE ME are masterpieces. Congrats!
  40. Article99
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    Nearly three years later, DAMN. is still a delightfully magnificent album which stands strong in Lamar’s discography.
  41. Manuelyh
    May 2, 2019
    10
    Masterpiece in every single way, I love how he keeps defying every expectation you can have of him, How he reinvents his music and it's worthy to mention I wasn't a Kendrick's fan before this.
  42. WRCBSi
    Nov 19, 2019
    8
    Awesome Album waiting on the next one. Kendrick Lamar one of the best new artist blowing breathe on the Mic.
  43. ea_sergio24
    May 28, 2019
    10
    This album solidifies Kendrick's place as the greatest ever. Coming up with more topics to talk about really shows how philosophical he is. He is great. The best.
  44. SovirakchhaiS
    Sep 9, 2019
    8
    DAMN. (in my opinion) is my least favorite K-Dot's album but it doesn't mean I hate this album, it's just that I'm not that interested than his other 3 albums. I would agree that this is in my top 5 hip-hop albums of 2010s, the production in this album is great, this album is dark and kinda political, the track HUMBLE. in my opinion is not meant for this album since it's mainstream and isDAMN. (in my opinion) is my least favorite K-Dot's album but it doesn't mean I hate this album, it's just that I'm not that interested than his other 3 albums. I would agree that this is in my top 5 hip-hop albums of 2010s, the production in this album is great, this album is dark and kinda political, the track HUMBLE. in my opinion is not meant for this album since it's mainstream and is no way near the subject about the album.

    BLOOD. - 7/10
    DNA. - 10/10
    YAH. - 6/10
    ELEMENT. - 9/10
    FEEL. - feel like this is a 8/10
    LOYALTY. - 8/10
    PRIDE. - 8/10
    HUMBLE. - 8/10
    LUST. - 9/10
    LOVE. - 7/10
    XXX. - 9/10
    FEAR. - 10/10
    GOD. - 6/10
    DUCKWORTH. 10/10

    DAMN. is still one of my favourite album, even in my top 10 rap albums list.    … Expand
  45. Drr23788
    Jun 29, 2019
    8
    Pretty great album. This album is filled with bangers and is still quite enjoyable even a couple years later.
  46. aukalender
    Jul 11, 2019
    8
    Leaner and cleaner, this is a fine album. I don't think it is as experimental, groundbreaking or surpising as TPAB, but it is still good.
  47. Shaymooose
    Aug 17, 2019
    7
    DAMN IS A 7.

    Best Tracks:Humble,DNA,Blood,Element, Loyalty,Love,XXX,
    Worst Tracks:Pride,Lust,
  48. Farmermoe
    May 9, 2020
    9
    “What they hear from me make em highlight my simplest lines” Unfortunately, to know the true amazing glory of this album that’s exactly what you have to do. DAMN brilliant. Top 5 Best Tracks: FEAR, DUCKWORTH, FEEL, XXX, PRIDE
    96/100
  49. JimNielsen
    Aug 31, 2019
    9
    This is by far one of the most outstanding records I heard in years. Not only the single 'Humble' is pure perfection
  50. Willypooh11
    Sep 4, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Vocals - na Flow - 10/10
    Lyrics - 9/10
    Production - 9/10
    Features - 8/10
    Album Artwork - 10/10    … Expand
  51. Lleay
    Oct 14, 2019
    8
    DAMN is very different from Lamar's previous album TPAB. That doesn't mean it's for the worse, Kendrick's lyrics are great as usual and the production isn't something to forget either. This album is to a more mainstream side compared to TPAB and GKMC and it isn't as conceptual as those albums either. But that doesn't make DAMN a bad album. It's the opposite, it's a breath of fresh air inDAMN is very different from Lamar's previous album TPAB. That doesn't mean it's for the worse, Kendrick's lyrics are great as usual and the production isn't something to forget either. This album is to a more mainstream side compared to TPAB and GKMC and it isn't as conceptual as those albums either. But that doesn't make DAMN a bad album. It's the opposite, it's a breath of fresh air in the hip-hop scene.… Expand
  52. joshfeygin
    Nov 2, 2019
    7
    Overrated. Songs like YAH, FEAR, and GOD are really boring and HUMBLE is bad and gets on my nerves. ELEMENT, DUCKWORTH, FEEL and DNA are really, really good but those 4 songs aren't enough to carry this album past an unimpressive 7. To Pimp A Butterfly and Good Kid, Maad City are much better albums.
  53. markosaric
    Nov 2, 2019
    9
    Kendrick Lamar hits hard with some of the best lyrical showcasing in modern hip-hop.
  54. lost_to_time
    Nov 3, 2019
    8
    Kendrick is great he shows off good flows,and tells meaningful messages. The production on the album is very good,but not as experimental as his other works. This is probably his most commercial work to date, but great none the less. Totally worth a listen!
  55. hayaliteori
    Dec 7, 2019
    10
    This is a Classic. When you listen all tracks with lyrics you will understood what i’m saying.
  56. Milanoo
    Sep 7, 2020
    8
    Seen by some as the worst album in Kendrick's discography, this album shows this artist ability to write a catchy but intelligent track. Definitely not his worst and definitely not his best either, DAMN. proves once again who one of the best lyricist in music is today. Catchy flows, beautiful beats and instrumentals, a wonderful collection of features paired with the uniqueness ofSeen by some as the worst album in Kendrick's discography, this album shows this artist ability to write a catchy but intelligent track. Definitely not his worst and definitely not his best either, DAMN. proves once again who one of the best lyricist in music is today. Catchy flows, beautiful beats and instrumentals, a wonderful collection of features paired with the uniqueness of Kendrick's lyrics and vocals make this album one of the best albums of the last decade.… Expand
  57. MARTINCARDENAS
    Apr 10, 2021
    10
    Perfect, a work of art without hesitation. A rich album with liberating expression. Kendrck's best work
  58. Rbz24
    Jan 22, 2020
    8
    The most punchline-ing album from Kenny, playin with trap beats and changing the tone and agressivity like he only do
  59. CactussJackk95
    Jan 23, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing album great art work from kendrick. Most underrated album deserves more credit… Expand
  60. Codeling
    Sep 8, 2021
    7
    This is a very good album. I loved Feel, DNA and Humble. Some of musical experiments on this weren't really good though.
  61. ali1376
    Feb 11, 2020
    9
    great great great great great great great great great great great great great great
  62. Beano_
    Feb 27, 2020
    9
    This album is incredible, Kendrick's lyrical ability is unmatched by any of his piers, this album takes several listens to even understand the full meaning of the lyrics on this album. This album is full of some of the best songs that I've ever heard. Some of these songs are XXX, DUCKWORTH, LUST, PRIDE, and FEAR. There are also a few bangers on this album such as HUMBLE and DNA. Although,This album is incredible, Kendrick's lyrical ability is unmatched by any of his piers, this album takes several listens to even understand the full meaning of the lyrics on this album. This album is full of some of the best songs that I've ever heard. Some of these songs are XXX, DUCKWORTH, LUST, PRIDE, and FEAR. There are also a few bangers on this album such as HUMBLE and DNA. Although, this album does have a few subpar Kendrick songs such as LOYALTY, YAH, and GOD but these songs are by no means terrible or unlistenable. Overall, this album is a masterpiece but not as good as GKMC or TPAB.… Expand
  63. MarkJulian
    Mar 7, 2020
    9
    DAMN. is not nearly as great as Kendrick Lamar’s two previous albums but it is still far better than most music related. It is much more commercial and it is harder to decipher than TPAB but the lyrics, production and themes are still on point. I love every song but cuts like ELEMENT. and HUMBLE. are pretty lackluster compared to the final three songs.
  64. WellDun01
    Mar 19, 2020
    7
    I like it. I think it has some of his best standalone songs. But as a project, it feels half baked. The themes and motifs seem like they're thrown in last minute, and it's just not tight and concise like TPAB and Good Kid are. He's like the smart student in class who threw together a project the night before the deadline and because he's talented, it still turned out pretty good. Even theI like it. I think it has some of his best standalone songs. But as a project, it feels half baked. The themes and motifs seem like they're thrown in last minute, and it's just not tight and concise like TPAB and Good Kid are. He's like the smart student in class who threw together a project the night before the deadline and because he's talented, it still turned out pretty good. Even the cover is half baked. I can't help but feel it was 3 more months away from being a certified Kendrick masterpiece… Expand
  65. Macrofficial
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    Great lyrics, production, and features. Kendrick's 2nd best project. I'd say my favourite tracks are LUST. , HUMBLE. , and XXX.
  66. JakeWLovesRap
    Apr 2, 2020
    8
    Honestly this is probably Kendrick's worst album (not counting UU as a true album), but it still kills. The lyricism is still there, production is usually great, and the storytelling is still prevalent on tacks like DUCKWORTH. Inconsistent in places, with some uncharacteristic lulls at times, the album is far from perfect. Hooks and production seems lazy at times. Not the cleanest project,Honestly this is probably Kendrick's worst album (not counting UU as a true album), but it still kills. The lyricism is still there, production is usually great, and the storytelling is still prevalent on tacks like DUCKWORTH. Inconsistent in places, with some uncharacteristic lulls at times, the album is far from perfect. Hooks and production seems lazy at times. Not the cleanest project, but Kendrick's creativity and range is as noticeable as ever.… Expand
  67. ceshe83
    Apr 14, 2020
    9
    DAMN. should be studied in theology, philosophy, music, history classes and many more. It is a deeply intellectual work that I am still trying to understand. Oh, and musically, it's just as rich. The production on GOD. is ethereal and sublime. LOVE. finds Kendrick exploring his more sentimental side and he does it beautifully. PRIDE. is a woozy, entrancing, introspective masterpiece.DAMN. should be studied in theology, philosophy, music, history classes and many more. It is a deeply intellectual work that I am still trying to understand. Oh, and musically, it's just as rich. The production on GOD. is ethereal and sublime. LOVE. finds Kendrick exploring his more sentimental side and he does it beautifully. PRIDE. is a woozy, entrancing, introspective masterpiece. DUCKWORTH. is a stirring, exhilarating narrative (debatable Kendrick's finest storytelling here). And DNA. just slaps. Kendrick stated that DAMN. is "the idea of: I can't change the world until I change myself." DAMN. brilliantly makes you consider your own vices, virtues, and the raw and honest nature of mankind.

    Score: 9.1/10

    Fav track(s): PRIDE, LUST, GOD, LOVE, DUCKWORTH, FEAR, DNA, BLOOD
    Least fav track(s): HUMBLE    … Expand
  68. andyn823
    Jun 6, 2020
    7
    I think I'm going to give this album a 7 because I love the production including the sound of punk, reggae, disco, R&B with the hip hop sound. His rap skills are incredible. This album, for me, is powerful and strong. And in my opinion, this album, is way better than his previous album, "To Pimp A Butterfly". I saw something new in this record. I love the sound. My favorite tracks on thisI think I'm going to give this album a 7 because I love the production including the sound of punk, reggae, disco, R&B with the hip hop sound. His rap skills are incredible. This album, for me, is powerful and strong. And in my opinion, this album, is way better than his previous album, "To Pimp A Butterfly". I saw something new in this record. I love the sound. My favorite tracks on this album, "HUMBLE", "DNA", "Feel", "LOVE".… Expand
  69. JadenStewart33
    Apr 19, 2020
    8
    “DAMN.” is definitely not kendrick’s best album. However, it is still a great album with a great message over amazing beats. some songs definitely lack direction such as “GOD” or “YAH”. Kendrick makes up for this with absolutely amazing songs like “XXX” which describes the current state of America when it comes to violence or “DUCKWORTH” which is a storytelling masterpiece about his father“DAMN.” is definitely not kendrick’s best album. However, it is still a great album with a great message over amazing beats. some songs definitely lack direction such as “GOD” or “YAH”. Kendrick makes up for this with absolutely amazing songs like “XXX” which describes the current state of America when it comes to violence or “DUCKWORTH” which is a storytelling masterpiece about his father and top dawg. overall this album is a very solid one. i would rank it as his 3rd vest album behind TPAB and GKMC.… Expand
  70. Dictatorkk
    Apr 20, 2020
    9
    Love this album feels like it gets overlooked due to his other works having more meaning
  71. RadioReviews
    Apr 27, 2020
    10
    DAMN is a decade-defining album that will be appreciated for years to come by people of all backgrounds. This album is more about storytelling than anything and the imagery used in all the songs paints perfect pictures of the message Kendrick is trying to portray. Instead of cookie-cutter lyrics and borrowed verses you can feel the connection to the words and the passion in them. EvenDAMN is a decade-defining album that will be appreciated for years to come by people of all backgrounds. This album is more about storytelling than anything and the imagery used in all the songs paints perfect pictures of the message Kendrick is trying to portray. Instead of cookie-cutter lyrics and borrowed verses you can feel the connection to the words and the passion in them. Even without analyzing the words the songs featured on DAMN can be casually enjoyed on a day to day basis and is a perfect addition to almost every playlist and event. Kendrick constantly one-ups himself with every new release and its obvious to everyone that he could one day be on the same level as Jay-Z, Biggie, and Tupac. I encourage everyone to check out Kendrick's music even if this genre isn't your thing, i can guarantee you will become addicted to the stories of Kendrick Lamar… Expand
  72. georgianaeliza
    May 26, 2020
    10
    Um álbum maravilhoso, com letras e sonoridade incríveis, cada vem melhor e mais coeso ,um álbum completo.
  73. Real_g22
    Jun 12, 2020
    10
    Este álbum es oro puro.
    Las letras aquí son de otro mundo y los ritmos poco característicos de Kendrick son asombrosos! Una obra maestra
  74. thehairyscreame
    Nov 5, 2022
    7
    i can't help but feel disappointed a little bit. however i feel that kendrick made mr. morale and the big steppers to better highlight the themes here because both albums made me feel the same things but to differing severities with myself being more connected to mr morale
  75. Pierpaolo
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Strumentali di cristo e temi differenti che narrano episodi della sua vita differenti, raccontati con flow pazzeschi e differenti.
    Non puoi che amarlo
  76. matteoz
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Kendrick Lamar is one of the rarest rap phenomena and this album shows exactly why. Every single track has, once again, its deep meaning and the production is, in few words, unbelievable.
    Best tracks: "DNA"/ "LUST"/ "HUMBLE"
  77. Momoki_02
    Jul 26, 2020
    9
    Another Banger from kendrick, some tracks weren't as good as the others but its still
  78. magic_jam13
    Nov 25, 2020
    9
    This has a bit of a different tone than his other projects but its still Kendrick. Now people say this is just Kendrick streamlined but it's still amazing. He changes his tone a lot in this album like in love and loyalty. But i actually think love is awesome it has such a vibe. Loyalty is meh tho. But damn still has such a nice vibe to it, its like a lighter tpab which is fine. StandoutThis has a bit of a different tone than his other projects but its still Kendrick. Now people say this is just Kendrick streamlined but it's still amazing. He changes his tone a lot in this album like in love and loyalty. But i actually think love is awesome it has such a vibe. Loyalty is meh tho. But damn still has such a nice vibe to it, its like a lighter tpab which is fine. Standout tracks are humble, pride, element, xxx, duckworth. yah. But the best has to be duckworth or xxx.… Expand
  79. cesccilia
    Nov 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Este álbum es demasiado bueno, una obra de arte, La santísima biblia rap. A pesar de que sus otros trabajos discográficos son muy muy buenos y realistas este es por mucho uno de los mejores verdaderamente, un álbum sin ningún relleno, ritmos buenos y letras reales, con sentido. Nada de rap genérico como el que se maneja actualmente.… Expand
  80. zaeksito
    Nov 27, 2020
    10
    Como ya nos tiene acostumbrado Kendrick, este álbum es rap perfection. Increíble producción, composición e ingeniería. No entiendo como la Academia no le dio el AOTY, era de calle merecido.
  81. Wrong_Opinions
    Dec 18, 2020
    9
    He doesn’t miss! King Kendrick simply does not miss. Extremely exited for his next project, heard he leaks and it sounded great. Hope that his next project is just as good as his previous albums. But back to this project, I think it’s great (as expected) however a couple of tracks limit this from getting a 10/10. Still an extremely solid album. Definitely would recommend.
  82. AttendantHeart
    May 13, 2022
    10
    quien es kendrick lamar?
    para el ciego, es la luz
    para el hambriento, es el pan
    para el enfermo, es la cura
    para el solitario, es el compañero
    para el triste, es la alegría
    para el prisionero, es la libertad
    para el pobre, es el tesoro
    para el deudor, es el perdón
  83. sambartlett2004
    Jan 17, 2021
    10
    A worthy sequel to To Pimp A Butterfly, this album is full of hits and worth your time. It can go from slow to fast in an instant while feeling perfectly paced. This album feels like Kendrick is telling a story while showing off his perfected sound simultaneously.
  84. Hendo250
    Mar 29, 2021
    9
    this album is a 9 this album is a 9 this album is a 9 this album is a 9 this album is a 9
  85. hdcooper
    Apr 12, 2021
    8
    DAMN. is another great Kendrick record that sees him take a step further outside of his usual comfort zone. And to no one's surprise, it's works fantastically.

    8.7/10
  86. Cumball
    Jul 11, 2021
    9
    Great album, but i can never forget what anthony fantano said about it.....
  87. proreview0
    Apr 19, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I got, I got, I got, I got
    Loyalty, got royalty inside my DNA
    Cocaine quarter piece, got war and peace inside my DNA
    I got power, poison, pain and joy inside my DNA
    I got hustle though, ambition, flow inside my DNA
    I was born like this, since one like this, immaculate conception
    I transform like this, perform like this, was Yeshua new weapon

    love the sound of this album espescially in DNA.    … Expand
  88. leumassregor
    May 24, 2021
    10
    This hip hop album is extremely unique and different from other Kendrick albums.

    The lyrics on here are amazing. I love how honest he is in this album when it comes to lyrics. He is not afraid to say his opinion on sensitive topics like politics. The production, however, is what really shines on here. "LUST." is a track that really stood out to me production wise. The intro to the    This hip hop album is extremely unique and different from other Kendrick albums.

    The lyrics on here are amazing. I love how honest he is in this album when it comes to lyrics. He is not afraid to say his opinion on sensitive topics like politics.

    The production, however, is what really shines on here. "LUST." is a track that really stood out to me production wise. The intro to the song really pulls you in, with the synth going from ear to ear.

    This is definitely one of the top hip hop albums ever. Great work from Kendrick!    … Expand
  89. monkeeh
    Jul 27, 2021
    8
    DAMN. is very good. Once again Kendrick maintains his consistency with DAMN. which sonically sounds very different to Kendrick's prior projects but is still so good. In my opinion this is Kendrick's best rapping demonstration as he goes off on almost every song, most notably XXX. which is easily one of his best song which speaks on the advice he give about the passing of love ones to gunDAMN. is very good. Once again Kendrick maintains his consistency with DAMN. which sonically sounds very different to Kendrick's prior projects but is still so good. In my opinion this is Kendrick's best rapping demonstration as he goes off on almost every song, most notably XXX. which is easily one of his best song which speaks on the advice he give about the passing of love ones to gun violence. Each track has its own intelligent message which hardly becomes repetitive excluding the track FEEL which didn't quite appeal to me. A problem I have with this track is that a lot of the songs for me don't stand the test of time, upon first listen I had favourites which now just aren't as exiting in the slightest which holds and otherwise brilliant album back.… Expand
  90. shapeby
    Aug 17, 2021
    10
    Esse álbum é bom em aspectos sonoros, líricos e da produção. Todas as faixas são colocadas de maneira impecável na ordem do álbum, o que o torna uma experiência única e com certeza vale a pena apreciar esse álbum que não conta somente com as batidas de hip-hop, mas com uma grande variedade de sons e ritmos incríveis.
  91. Merciless7231
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    DAMN exemplifies Kendrick Lamar's consistency. This is what rap artistry should aspire to.
  92. brockccooper
    Sep 5, 2021
    10
    DAMN. is still my favorite album of all time. Everything about it is perfect. I can't say anything else about it; there's too much to say. Listen to it and listen again (and again, and again)
  93. isidigalfe
    Sep 7, 2021
    9
    top 3 of kdot tbh

    4 years later still amazing

    bangers and some deep songs
  94. zakier
    Sep 25, 2021
    8
    I feel DAMN. is simultaneously overrated and overrated. On one hand there are people who adulate this album excessively merely because it’s a Kendrick Lamar album, while on the other there’s people who blindly hate on it without trying to understand it. DAMN. shows Kendrick trying to make an album which dives into his psyche, and for that matter the human psyche’s emotions and feelings.I feel DAMN. is simultaneously overrated and overrated. On one hand there are people who adulate this album excessively merely because it’s a Kendrick Lamar album, while on the other there’s people who blindly hate on it without trying to understand it. DAMN. shows Kendrick trying to make an album which dives into his psyche, and for that matter the human psyche’s emotions and feelings. For the most part, he does this well. Tracks like DUCKWORTH, XXX., FEAR., PRIDE., ELEMENT and DNA. are amazing songs with admirable production and meaningful lyrics. BLOOD. and LUST. are good tracks but don’t hit as much as the ones mentioned before. HUMBLE. is in its own category as though I believe it’s above BLOOD. and LUST., it’s radio friendly and slightly shallow meaning is reminiscent of Swimming Pools, and consequently makes me hesitant to praise it too much. YAH. and GOD. are decent at best, some may say mediocre, there’s honestly not too much to say about them. LOYALTY. and LOVE. are definitely regrettable. LOYALTY. is just annoying and obviously engineered for the radio, while LOVE. is soulless, uncharacteristic and is probably the only Kendrick song since 2011 which I’d actually classify as bad. At times, Kendrick also fails to tie in all these ideas together - the album lacks cohesion at times. With that being said, the album is still full of good songs, and the concepts Kendrick explores are impactful and deep. Kendrick should have just fleshed out some ideas more, especially for LOVE. and LOYALTY.… Expand
  95. kissnn
    Sep 28, 2022
    10
    such a masterpiece.
    I'm a savage, I'm an **** I'm a king
    Shimmy-yeah, shimmy-yeah, shimmy-yeah, rock
    You can tell your **** he can meet me outside (yeah)
    You can babysit him when I leave him outside
    Ain't no other love like the one I know
    I done been down so long, lost hope
    I done came down so hard I slowed
    Honesty forever, all a real **** want
  96. Burgarking
    Jan 31, 2022
    9
    This album is a nice breath of fresh air as Kendrick tries something new and creates a different type of music than we have seen previously but still being true to what Kendrick as an artist wants to do. The album is full of great exciting songs that make your heart pump but also songs on the other side of the spectrum showing versatility in his work and to the listeners ears as they enjoyThis album is a nice breath of fresh air as Kendrick tries something new and creates a different type of music than we have seen previously but still being true to what Kendrick as an artist wants to do. The album is full of great exciting songs that make your heart pump but also songs on the other side of the spectrum showing versatility in his work and to the listeners ears as they enjoy such good sounds.… Expand
  97. Macklee
    Feb 23, 2022
    8
    Kendrick explores more pop influenced styles on this record while keeping his experimental and thoughtful edge. Plenty of tracks are compelling and amazing and others (thinking GOD. here) just feel a bit hollow as far as substance, LOVE and LOYALTY being a bit poppy but still enjoyable, even with those issues, kendrick manages to pack in some great tracks (DNA, XXX, HUMBLE, DUCKWORTH, YAHKendrick explores more pop influenced styles on this record while keeping his experimental and thoughtful edge. Plenty of tracks are compelling and amazing and others (thinking GOD. here) just feel a bit hollow as far as substance, LOVE and LOYALTY being a bit poppy but still enjoyable, even with those issues, kendrick manages to pack in some great tracks (DNA, XXX, HUMBLE, DUCKWORTH, YAH etc.) that are some of his best songs to date. This project is a bit scrambled, but when it hits it hits hard.… Expand
  98. CordRafael
    Feb 17, 2022
    10
    perfeito.perfeito.perfeito.perfeito.perfeito.perfeito.perfeito.perfeito.perfeito.
  99. avatarcash
    Mar 15, 2022
    10
    one of my favorite albums ever. mfs always say **** about how this is his most mainstream, but i hate it when people say that cause this is one of the most amazing rap albums ever recorded. kendrick's storytelling and metaphors are at an all time high, and manages to tell both the story of a man ascending to heaven and a narcissist who gets karma on the same album, while making itone of my favorite albums ever. mfs always say **** about how this is his most mainstream, but i hate it when people say that cause this is one of the most amazing rap albums ever recorded. kendrick's storytelling and metaphors are at an all time high, and manages to tell both the story of a man ascending to heaven and a narcissist who gets karma on the same album, while making it enjoyable for a larger than his other albums. crazy ****… Expand
  100. Joffnatic
    Jun 28, 2022
    10
    Top 3 HH albums oat for me right here. This is absolutely perfect, even though many people call it an album with songs that mostly have mainstream appeal. Although HUMBLE is the most played song, it just so happens to be one of my least favourites off this album. My favorite songs are DNA, YAH, ELEMENT, FEEL, PRIDE, LUST, XXX, FEAR, GOD, DUCKWORTH.
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  1. Positive: 38 out of 39
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 39
  3. Negative: 0 out of 39
  1. The Wire
    Aug 8, 2017
    90
    A less deranged response to celebrity than Kanye West’s Yeezus, more imaginative than Eminem’s The Marshall Mathers LP or Lil Wayne’s Tha Carter III, it shares with the former an economy of form, and with the latter two the giddy energy of an artist coming into perfect sync with their audience. It’s also a sumptuous sounding pop record, polite streamlined mass market psychedelia. [Jun 2017, p.64]
  2. The Skinny
    Jul 5, 2017
    80
    The beats are heavy, spare, and hard. Lamar demonstrates the versatility of his flow.
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  3. Record Collector
    May 25, 2017
    100
    DAMN. sees the rapper make a 180 degree turn from the sprawling jazz/funk/hip-hop odyssey of TPAB to deliver 14 taut, tough and wise cutting-edge examples of what’s possible in hip-hop today. ... Essential stuff.
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