DAMN.
by Kendrick Lamar
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8.4

Universal acclaim- based on 3346 Ratings

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  1. JamesJennings
    May 31, 2022
    9
    While not as lyrically packed full of messaging as Kendrick's other albums, that may not actually be a bad thing. This is maybe the most or second most accessible Kendrick album, with more than a couple of hits on here. Not one to be missed.
  2. Cyzzyx
    May 18, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. DAMN. Is Kendrick Lamar exploring the duality of his character from wickedness to weakness. Personally, I feel like the strongest part of this project is the songwriting. Kendrick, like his previous projects, masterfully and succinctly describes every theme on the album from front to back, from talking about his lustful ambitions to his fearful weaknesses. However, I feel like that some of the songs on this album are lacking. Some of Kendrick's best bangers are on here like DNA., but some tracks seem a bit derivative to other popular tracks made around the same time. The songwriting talent shines through, but some of the music itself lacks the ambition that makes Kendrick special. Overall a solid and energetic listen, albeit it falls off a bit towards the second half of the project.

    Favorite Tracks: DNA. YAH. ELEMENT. FEEL. PRIDE. LUST. DUCKWORTH.

    Least Favorite Tracks: LOVE. GOD.    … Expand
  3. Fabiancsc
    Jan 19, 2023
    10
    The best album from one of the best rappers in history. Kendrick is a brilliant mind and he expresses it in every song on this masterpiece.
  4. Markaaau
    Aug 8, 2022
    8
    A very interesting concept of album, seeing Kendrick seeing his life flashing before he’s death builds a great narrative, and listening to it in reverse telling the story from a chronological perspective is a very well made concept, the only problem with this album is that is not as good by itself, some songs fells like fillers and the connection between the songs is as good as otherA very interesting concept of album, seeing Kendrick seeing his life flashing before he’s death builds a great narrative, and listening to it in reverse telling the story from a chronological perspective is a very well made concept, the only problem with this album is that is not as good by itself, some songs fells like fillers and the connection between the songs is as good as other Kendrick projects. But these problems doesn’t take the highlights of this album, DNA., HUMBLE. are bangers and DUCKWORTH. is one of the best storytelling songs I’ve ever listened to.… Expand
  5. DenzelJamie
    Jun 20, 2022
    10
    What happens on earth stays on earth. This is Kendrick Lamar's most spiritual album in his entire discography, and easily his most radio friendly album. "Damn!" is literally my reaction everytime I listen to this masterpiece.
  6. ScissorS666
    Jul 4, 2022
    9
    Kendrick Lamar is god Kendrick Lamar is god Kendrick Lamar is god Kendrick Lamar is god Kendrick Lamar is god Kendrick Lamar is god Kendrick Lamar is god Kendrick Lamar is god
  7. MKUltra7
    Jul 17, 2022
    10
    Is it wickedness? Is it weakness? You decide. Are we gonna live, or die? DAMN.
  8. theegarden222
    Aug 15, 2022
    10
    love when artists create albums w a theme or curated tracklist, not just random songs that don't jive. everything is intentional. n i think kendrick does that rly well.
  9. daniflag
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    The message behind this album is so important and significant, kendrick, again, bring us a sounds good album with the message he wants to pass with your dinamic flows and speeches.
  10. JkXclusive
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Probably my favourite Kung Fu Kenny album in terms of replay value after its predecessor. This one hit the streets like crack when it dropped and still hits. Front to back, back to front, he displays some of his most catchiest and infectious sound of his goated career. Another masterpiece!
  11. AmadouIraklidis
    Oct 28, 2022
    10
    Perhaps his greatest album ever, this is the work that claimed and solidified Kendricks place as the greatest rapper of all time and amongst the greatest artists of all time. It is rare, if ever, that rap reaches a place of godliness, meaning, poetic eloquence, emotion, cultural significance, and story telling, simultaneously, yet DAMN. does that and more.

    This album both elicited deep,    Perhaps his greatest album ever, this is the work that claimed and solidified Kendricks place as the greatest rapper of all time and amongst the greatest artists of all time. It is rare, if ever, that rap reaches a place of godliness, meaning, poetic eloquence, emotion, cultural significance, and story telling, simultaneously, yet DAMN. does that and more.

    This album both elicited deep, hidden emotions, while at the same time being deeply intriguing and enjoyable. A satisfying experience, through and through. A masterpiece.    … Expand
  12. aidansangle
    Oct 31, 2022
    9
    Right off the bat, this album is very radio-hit heavy with songs like DNA, HUMBLE, and LOVE, with each of those songs being energetic and radio friendly for the most part. Even though those songs are energetic, that does not mean they lack depth. DNA vividly describes issues facing our society like racism and gang violence, reminiscent of To Pimp a Butterfly, Kendrick's previous album.Right off the bat, this album is very radio-hit heavy with songs like DNA, HUMBLE, and LOVE, with each of those songs being energetic and radio friendly for the most part. Even though those songs are energetic, that does not mean they lack depth. DNA vividly describes issues facing our society like racism and gang violence, reminiscent of To Pimp a Butterfly, Kendrick's previous album. DUCKWORTH is one of the greatest songs of all time in my opinion, describing fate and how if one thing had not happened in Kendrick's life, he would have never become the incredible rapper we know today. Overall this album is extremely introspective with tracks like DUCKWORTH, FEAR, and FEEL, with the latter being the most introspective, describing his issues with the system and the lack of care for him personally from his fans and critics alike. The only thing holding this album back is the very commonly liked track on this album, LOVE. It lacks substance and while it is a beautifully composed song, it just doesn't fit on this album for me. Other than that, this album is near flawless.… Expand
  13. Tubbs
    Oct 2, 2022
    7
    Many amazing songs on this album but the tone gets lost for me in some parts. Hearing Kendrick try to get more radio plays is distracting at times.
  14. Ndrwdvdbrsn
    Oct 9, 2022
    10
    Kendrick Lamar's album DAMN. is an incredible album. Easily one of the greatest rap albums of all time. Humble is an outstanding record. Kendrick's vocals on this track are some of his best, making it one of the best rap songs ever. The music video for this song is also one of his best. Kendrick and Rihanna's vocals on the track loyalty are also some of the best I've seen.
  15. 8x24
    Nov 22, 2022
    10
    "Look, I feel heartless, often off this/Feelin' of fallin', of fallin' apart with/Darkest hours, lost in/Fillin' the void of bein' employed with ballin'/Streets is talkin', fill in the blanks with coffins/Fill up the banks with dollars/Fill up the graves with fathers/Fill up the babies with **** blogs and pulpit, fill 'em with gossip/I feel like this gotta be the feelin' what 'Pac was"
  16. nvvh96
    Dec 16, 2022
    8
    8.4/10 - Production and lyricism are very strong on this album and in my opinion the best from recent Kendrick Lamar Albums and Hip Hop of course. Although many people listen to this album in many ways, I tend to enjoy it by track even if it 100% does not tend to go along. My only issue is with albums such as this one and TPAB you need to pretty much read a bible to break down and8.4/10 - Production and lyricism are very strong on this album and in my opinion the best from recent Kendrick Lamar Albums and Hip Hop of course. Although many people listen to this album in many ways, I tend to enjoy it by track even if it 100% does not tend to go along. My only issue is with albums such as this one and TPAB you need to pretty much read a bible to break down and understand the album, but the production does very well make up for that.… Expand
  17. EviEsi
    Jan 7, 2023
    10
    This is without a doubt my favorite Kendrick album. If you say TPAB or GKMC is better, you're probably right, but that doesn't take away from this albums perfectness
  18. Blonisco
    Jan 26, 2023
    8
    续lamar的tpab神专之后一张照清自己的镜子，………………凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数凑字数
  19. Diego_19
    Jan 31, 2023
    8
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  20. Eddinebl
    Feb 8, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. EL album que mas he disfrutado sin dudo EN TODA MI VIDA, es perfecto desde mi punto de vista con colaboraciones tan buenas como Rihanna en Loyalty. o U2 en XXX., es un album que me a cambiado la vida, me parece increible y como cierra el album en duckworth invitandonos a escucharlo de nuevo pero en reversa. Tiene mi cancion favorita de todos los tiempos; DUCKWORTH. en la que cuenta la historia de su padre hasta llegar a compton y poder ganarse la vida dignamente como cajero de un KFC. PERFECTO. GRACIAS KENDRICK, GRACIAS DAMN. Y GRACIAS A TODOS POR SU TIEMPO… Expand
  21. j444cks
    Mar 1, 2023
    9
    An almost flawless piece of Lamar's discography. There really is something for everyone.
  22. VanZizek
    Mar 6, 2023
    10
    PERFECT. that's the only world necessary to describe something like this. A complete masterpiece; difficult to understand all the project but if you decide to listen, you need to analyze.
  23. ChiIIaoi
    Jul 19, 2023
    7
    Review só pra lembrar a nota que eu dei pro album:
    album bom, agora só escrever pra passar dos 75 caracteres.
  24. kaka_mota09
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    This album has some of the best songs of all time like Duckworth, pride, fear and dna, even tho it has some skips like god it has amazing features from Rihanna and u2, this is my most streamed album and brought back Kendrick Lamar
  25. 12kdun
    Jun 29, 2023
    10
    one of the best rap albums,perfect writing,amazing beats,no skips,infinite replay value
  26. landodee
    Jul 23, 2023
    9
    This album is a very beautiful expression of Kendrick's views and mindsets with everyone's opinions on him and how lost he's been feeling. This isn't as strong as his best album, TPAB, but it is still up there with his best. Some of Kendrick's best work is on this album too.
  27. andrilitvynchuk
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    9.5 / 10. With every album, I loved Kendrick more and more, this album is not a exception
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95

Universal acclaim - based on 39 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 38 out of 39
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 39
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  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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