From A Birds Eye View
by Cordae
Metascore
71

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
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  1. AllMusic
    Jan 31, 2022
    60
    Still in command of strong technical skills and now rapping over instrumentals crafted with bigger budgets, Cordae falls short when he starts sounding a little too comfortably at home in the mainstream.
  2. HipHopDX
    Jan 27, 2022
    58
    His rapping capabilities are clearly present and his newfound singing abilities hints at some more engaging possibilities down the road. But in order to translate those skills to his listeners, he’ll need to stray from the path already traveled, quit trying to prove himself and blaze his own trail rather than trying to please every rapper dead or alive he clearly wants to become.
  3. Pitchfork
    Jan 21, 2022
    50
    Although Cordae can be an engaging writer, on songs like “Momma’s Hood” his delivery is as dry as a teenager forced to read in class. “Jean-Michel” shows his competence as a rapper, but the song sounds like it’s reaching to be a classic ’90s rap interlude and landing at a Big Sean freestyle from L.A. Leakers.

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User Score
7.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 25 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 25
  3. Negative: 1 out of 25
  1. clem666
    Apr 2, 2022
    8
    Striking tone and self-confidence oozing from the first tracks, especially the four first ones. They blend perfectly into each other. TheStriking tone and self-confidence oozing from the first tracks, especially the four first ones. They blend perfectly into each other. The production is terrific concerning these four tracks but manage to remain gorgeous until the end (with few let downs however). It succeeds in its engaging proposition to offer several atmospheres and varied soundscapes.
    Speaking about Cordae's tone, it sadly becomes repetitive as it lacks in versatility. I guess that is why he chose to welcome so many featured artists. And I have to admit that most of them match with Cordae deep, colourful and rich lyrics. H.E.R.'s vocal range was not that good but her presence underlines the fact that female voices could provide promising results with Cordae's work. Lil Wayne's verse was lit, Gunna only does what he knows to do in 'Today', Stevie Wonder's performance on 'Champagne Glasses' is just marvelous and Eminem's presence is iconic on this weird two track-long second disc.
    I will patiently be waiting for more to come on Cordae's side.    … Full Review »
  2. music_fan1
    Mar 22, 2022
    8
    Cordae is a strongly underrated rapper. I admire his lyricism and talent. There were so many great cuts on this album. Criminally underrated.Cordae is a strongly underrated rapper. I admire his lyricism and talent. There were so many great cuts on this album. Criminally underrated. As of now, it is my favorite hip-hop album to be released this year.… Full Review »
  3. Sceptyle49
    Feb 9, 2022
    6
    Album isn't bad at all, but at some parts it feels generic and boring. But despite that problem, the rest of the project is really listenable.Album isn't bad at all, but at some parts it feels generic and boring. But despite that problem, the rest of the project is really listenable. Favorite songs: Super, Jean-Michael and Sinister.… Full Review »
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