Forever
by Queen
Metascore
49

Mixed or average reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 6
  3. Negative: 1 out of 6
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  1. PopMatters
    Jan 6, 2015
    60
    Yes, Forever is mostly redundant. But if that’s the only thing you have to say about it, then that’s a little unfortunate.
  2. The Guardian
    Nov 10, 2014
    60
    This latest compilation unearths three tracks that Queen recorded with the late frontman.
  3. AllMusic
    Nov 10, 2014
    50
    The hardcore fans might notice the difference but, apart from those three songs, there's not much reason for them to pick this up because Forever consists of songs they've purchased many times over.
  5. Drowned In Sound
    Nov 10, 2014
    50
    The rest of the record is a confused meander through some of the lesser known backstreets of this over-familiar band.
  6. The Telegraph (UK)
    Nov 10, 2014
    40
    The blatant, stocking-filler money-grab of tagging these songs on to a quirky hits compilation (minus Bohemian Rhapsody) isn’t in the Christmas spirit.

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5.8

Mixed or average reviews- based on 6 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
  3. Negative: 2 out of 6
  1. babcockb030
    Oct 3, 2017
    7
    Though this album only brings three new songs to the table. This album also brings attention to several Queen songs that haven't gained anyThough this album only brings three new songs to the table. This album also brings attention to several Queen songs that haven't gained any attention or love, as well as, bringing several remastered songs to the table. This album isn't suppose to bring anything overwhelming new, it was meant as a means to show that the band is still around, and show off any songs that the band felt was worth showing off.… Full Review »
  2. DunyG
    Apr 5, 2021
    10
    Queen has got it all, and though this album may not be the finest around, it's still a cool addition that the band gave to us, for us. Let'sQueen has got it all, and though this album may not be the finest around, it's still a cool addition that the band gave to us, for us. Let's also send love to Queen!… Full Review »
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