HONESTLY, NEVERMIND
by Drake
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4.6

Mixed or average reviews- based on 274 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 99 out of 274
  2. Mixed: 48 out of 274
  3. Negative: 127 out of 274
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  1. PedroSM
    Jun 21, 2022
    9
    Dear Americans, grow up and get hold of some vibes. Go to a beach, put this album on the speakers and start dancing.

    - A fellow European
  2. Ed765
    Jun 20, 2022
    10
    I love albums where each song rolls into the next. Each song also tells a part of a simple story
  3. erujabidi
    Jun 18, 2022
    10
    Drake finally took some big risks and focused on one cohesive sound. On the last few projects, he was stuck in a routine of trying to please every type of fan he has, and he ended up with bloated, formulaic albums that tried to do too much at once. This time, he picked one lane (singing over dance music) and fully committed himself to it, pushing himself out of his usual formula. I neverDrake finally took some big risks and focused on one cohesive sound. On the last few projects, he was stuck in a routine of trying to please every type of fan he has, and he ended up with bloated, formulaic albums that tried to do too much at once. This time, he picked one lane (singing over dance music) and fully committed himself to it, pushing himself out of his usual formula. I never thought we’d get a cohesive 14-song album from Drake again—especially one with this much experimentation—and I’m very happy with the surprise. He finally stopped trying to appease all his fans… Expand
  4. parsa2000
    Jun 17, 2022
    8
    I really liked the vibe of the album. it's a pretty good upgrade after that CLB disaster. obviously he's trying to get back to what he used to be; an innovative artist and I think it's working. there are some junk tracks again but just a few, overall it's good.
  5. Tim7
    Jun 18, 2022
    8
    What’s frustrating is everyone calling this a bad album. I think it’s a great album with production dedicated for a summer. I throughly enjoyed most tracks.
  6. briangk15
    Jun 22, 2022
    8
    I’ve been waiting a long time for drake to try something new, and I’m very happy with the outcome.
  7. Ghizy
    Jun 20, 2022
    10
    The best album from Drake, he really left his comfort zone with this project and he did incredible.
  8. MitchyBoi03
    Jun 17, 2022
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A different sound than your typical Drake project. I feel that it could be better in a lot of ways, but is a nice listen once you’ve got the gist of it.… Expand
  9. Grevious
    Jun 25, 2022
    10
    The album is a refreshing change of paces from Drake as his prior project begun to feel safe without any true risk with experimentation. House music is rooted in Black culture dating back to Chicago and Detroit with pioneers such as Frankie Knuckles and Ron Hardy. Drake's take on House music is fun, light, and energetic.

    The overall album is his most cohesive since NWTS or Take Care.    The album is a refreshing change of paces from Drake as his prior project begun to feel safe without any true risk with experimentation. House music is rooted in Black culture dating back to Chicago and Detroit with pioneers such as Frankie Knuckles and Ron Hardy. Drake's take on House music is fun, light, and energetic.

    The overall album is his most cohesive since NWTS or Take Care. In 5-years from now, it would be hard to not place this project in with his best bodies of work. 10/10 for a strong body of work that is completely out of Drake's comfort zone.    … Expand
  10. clbpres
    Jun 17, 2022
    10
    … the goat i can’t even fathom the greatness we are witnessing. drake tapped into a new scene of music and these tracks will be mixed to death at every festival, club, etc… he really done it
  11. Jok3rbo3
    Jun 18, 2022
    10
    Quite a surprise of an album with a great vibe for the summer, nothing exceptional but I feel like this album will grow on a lot of people.
  12. Jplar
    Jun 17, 2022
    10
    This is one of the albums ever, it had production, it had lyrics, and it’s the first ever album to have over 1 lesbillion digital sales and streaming, this takes hiphop to while new level that even kendrick can’t top it, you only need this in your album collection or better ifnot or it will entirely ruined your album hype going around the corner #honestlynevermindsweep
  13. franciscomand
    Jun 17, 2022
    10
    For an artist like Drake, who has perfected an album formula designed for chart domination and party ubiquity, this is a surprise album in every sense of the term.

    Largely a departure from rap, HN finds Drake crooning passionately over house beats, making for some of the most refreshing and interesting music of his record-breaking career. While it’s sure to divide his fans (and haters),    For an artist like Drake, who has perfected an album formula designed for chart domination and party ubiquity, this is a surprise album in every sense of the term.

    Largely a departure from rap, HN finds Drake crooning passionately over house beats, making for some of the most refreshing and interesting music of his record-breaking career.

    While it’s sure to divide his fans (and haters), by veering from his strategy of trying to appease a electric mix of listeners Drake has produced a focused, challenging project that one suspects will age favourably. Highlights include Falling Back, Texts Go Green, Sticky, Massive, Ties That Bind, Overdrive, Liability and Jimmy Cooks.    … Expand
  14. Calvinbritto
    Jun 17, 2022
    10
    Um Esforço e um respeito as fãs sempre tentando trazer novidades e não indo ao óbvio, Mesmo com a carreira consagrada são poucos que se atrevem
  15. BGarcia
    Jun 21, 2022
    10
    Genuinely a project that grows on you. Although I loved it from the beginning, the more I listened to it the better it was. I also had a lot of people
    That agreed with this. If you listen to it without expecting a hip-hop album, I think it gives you a better ear for it. A beautiful curve ball.
  16. WakaBlazer
    Jun 26, 2022
    10
    The melodies keep on playing on my head… can’t get enough of it.. album of the year for me
  17. twhits1
    Jun 17, 2022
    10
    The GOAT returns with a left-field classic. Gets better with every listen. Polarizing but will eventually get its credit like 808s.
  18. brunosgrott
    Jun 18, 2022
    10
    if u don’t understand the album, it wasn’t made for you, so damn good and well done
  19. Lukee66738
    Jun 17, 2022
    10
    A really different album from Drake here, but I do believe this is good… tracks to listen out for are “falling back”, “texts go green”, “massive” and “flights booked”
  20. gabrielmf
    Jun 17, 2022
    10
    album of the year + drake is a GOAT. falling back will win song of the year for sure
  21. AAFestus
    Jun 17, 2022
    10
    It lived up to everything I expected from an experimental Dance/House Album
  22. jmurcia20
    Jun 17, 2022
    9
    Drake decided to wake up and give the gays everything they want. The first half of the album is pretty mid and 'Sticky' is probably the worst song I've ever listened to, but from 'Massive' onwards, it is a PERFECT album.
  23. LucasSwift
    Jun 17, 2022
    8
    Praticamente um álbum solo, não se escorou em ninguém então um 8 pela coragem
  24. jgchampagne
    Jun 17, 2022
    10
    Drake's most different album so far. Nobody imagined that he would release an all-dance album. I loved that he stepped out of his comfort zone and delivered excellent productions.
  25. keiimass
    Jun 18, 2022
    10
    El MIDAS del pop anglosajon. Este tipo nació para esto entiendanlo yaaaa. Honestly prefiero el Drizzy versátil, incursionado en géneros nuevos, claramente es un álbum muy comercial lo reconozco. But afrobeat, danceHall, rap, pop, UK drill, reguetón, r&b and ..., con el respeto de todos Drake y Bad Bunny son el Google, el motor de arranque de música a nivel global . Mi humilde opiniónEl MIDAS del pop anglosajon. Este tipo nació para esto entiendanlo yaaaa. Honestly prefiero el Drizzy versátil, incursionado en géneros nuevos, claramente es un álbum muy comercial lo reconozco. But afrobeat, danceHall, rap, pop, UK drill, reguetón, r&b and ..., con el respeto de todos Drake y Bad Bunny son el Google, el motor de arranque de música a nivel global . Mi humilde opinión team DRIZZY. Hater HONESTLY, NEVERMIND...… Expand
  26. Oir23
    Jun 18, 2022
    9
    It’s a House music album I enjoyed it, thought it was different from the last albums.
  27. drewdizzle2000
    Jun 17, 2022
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. People expected a rap album but it's not bad for a dance album. Very cohesive project and he stuck with one sound. It's more like a playlist imo for whenever you're in a late night dancy mood.… Expand
  28. Darius_Crowd12
    Jun 17, 2022
    7
    This new album by Drake is refreshing, the use of R&B and pop in this album show off how he has used these elements to his advantage. The production value on this album in some tracks feels stronger than some on CLB. However, this album can be improved upon, as some parts in this album are weaker and need more. Therefore, I will be giving this album a 7/10.
  29. MadMananForever
    Jun 17, 2022
    9
    This is gonna be a underrated drake album I can already tell it cause it's reviews aren't good. It's a good recovery from clb
  30. GoofyAhUnclProd
    Jun 17, 2022
    10
    its really a 6.5 but ratio yall cant calll it a 4.5 goofy ahh kids scary hours 3 is dropping so pipe down
  31. Benc1520
    Jun 17, 2022
    7
    Honestly, Nevermind was actually not a bad album sure it not better then drake's other ablums but way better then Certified Lover Boy one of Drake's worst ablum he ever produced, the music in the ablum is actually not that bad and the songs are really pretty cool to listen but it is the best ablum of 2022, no kendrick lamar and the weeknd made better ablum then what drake is doing i meanHonestly, Nevermind was actually not a bad album sure it not better then drake's other ablums but way better then Certified Lover Boy one of Drake's worst ablum he ever produced, the music in the ablum is actually not that bad and the songs are really pretty cool to listen but it is the best ablum of 2022, no kendrick lamar and the weeknd made better ablum then what drake is doing i mean sure drake will never come back to it golden age of his carrer but still this is not a bad ablum from the rapper in general.… Expand
  32. DMunE
    Jun 18, 2022
    8
    After a few listens this album started to grow on me. It certainly isn’t a “dance” album at all, it’s more of an emotional slow ride that shines in that regard. People hated on Drake for CLB for not trying something new, yet he does so in this album and people hate it because of the fact it’s different. I don’t believe his intention was to make a massive breakthrough, but rather follow upAfter a few listens this album started to grow on me. It certainly isn’t a “dance” album at all, it’s more of an emotional slow ride that shines in that regard. People hated on Drake for CLB for not trying something new, yet he does so in this album and people hate it because of the fact it’s different. I don’t believe his intention was to make a massive breakthrough, but rather follow up on his previous album with a different stance. This is a solid, emotional and rhythmic listen; one that I truly enjoy.… Expand
  33. akabrasil
    Jun 21, 2022
    10
    Amazing songs on a different vibe by an amazing artist ! The goat is versatile.
  34. kid247
    Jun 21, 2022
    8
    Not always hitting where it should but ultimately refreshing and a welcome change to his musical palette
  35. Bobtinin
    Aug 9, 2022
    7
    On the album "Honestly, Nevermind", I respect Drake's continued willingness to experiment and try new genres and sounds. Many consider versatility and experimentation to be important in the progression of an artist, and you can see it on display in this project. As people have pointed out, this album is not a groundbreaking addition to the House genre, but people should not be looking atOn the album "Honestly, Nevermind", I respect Drake's continued willingness to experiment and try new genres and sounds. Many consider versatility and experimentation to be important in the progression of an artist, and you can see it on display in this project. As people have pointed out, this album is not a groundbreaking addition to the House genre, but people should not be looking at it through that lens. Drake is not a House artist, he is mainly a Hip-hop artist, and that is his bread and butter. People should appreciate Drake's willingness to step out of his comfort zone, and the fact that he's using his platform to advance this kind of music. I rate this album a 7/10 since I like the experimentation, although it may not be the best.… Expand
  36. antaios
    Jul 2, 2022
    7
    Not as bad as people make it out to be. People who claim this is bad house never listened to house. A criticism that is often thrown around is that it's repetitive; you could as well just write "I don't understand house" on your forehead. It's not just house of course, as it's mixed a lot with dancehall, something Drake has been attempting a lot lately, but never this succesfully. Drake isNot as bad as people make it out to be. People who claim this is bad house never listened to house. A criticism that is often thrown around is that it's repetitive; you could as well just write "I don't understand house" on your forehead. It's not just house of course, as it's mixed a lot with dancehall, something Drake has been attempting a lot lately, but never this succesfully. Drake is one of the few artists whose upbeat rap tracks are as enjoyable as his R&B ballads, and I was honestly waiting for a ballad-only album from him, and this comes close. He jazzily twirls around the mellow dance tracks talking about his unconventional practices in relationships: tongue-in-cheekly alluding to polygamy on the video clip of the opening track; breaking hearts with even more cruelty than his rap colleagues, because he does seem to care about these women. The second half of the album (after Massive) shows a sharp decline in quality, but it picks itself up from time to time - mostly on Liability, which sounds like a slowed reverb Drake track, almost psychedelic, and showing he still got it with the on-the-verge-of-cringe lines: "You put your words together like you getting points for that **** like you playing scrabble on me", immediately followed by the shattering: "Your mama's the sweetest lady, the apple fell far from the tree". All in all, the people who claim this is trash are farther from the truth than the people who praise this to the heavens, but once again the internet is divided about something that is "just okay" (which cannot exist on the internet of course).… Expand
  37. Mindurbidniss
    Aug 5, 2023
    8
    Love it. Probably my favorite Drake album to date. It's not the "Drake you know and love" but that's not necessarily a bad thing. I think it's a refreshing change to that 808 heavy, R&B straddling sound that pervades every radio now days. It's up tempo and upbeat, yet emotionally heavy. The only track I didn't dig was the finale with 21 Savage. It sounds as expected.
  38. Chadyb16
    Jul 5, 2022
    7
    So happy Drake finally switched up his formula from the repetitive template of Views. Love when an artist explores new sounds. Execution could have been better, but there are some solid tracks and this is no where near as bad as internet memes would lead you to believe imo.

    I believe a lot of the pushback is a result of a perceived macho masculine artist making music typically    So happy Drake finally switched up his formula from the repetitive template of Views. Love when an artist explores new sounds. Execution could have been better, but there are some solid tracks and this is no where near as bad as internet memes would lead you to believe imo.

    I believe a lot of the pushback is a result of a perceived macho masculine artist making music typically associated with the queer community (house) and singing his heart out (though vocals could be better).    … Expand
  39. hausoflilluis
    Aug 2, 2022
    7
    Okay, I'm a little dizzy. Drake is hard to describe at this point; some say it is redundant. Others go further and manage to praise his creativity. I think there are several moments that are repeated, but the situation has changed when listening to the rapper making house music. Do you know how common it is to see this these days? Now, don't say that you only think of Kaytranada when youOkay, I'm a little dizzy. Drake is hard to describe at this point; some say it is redundant. Others go further and manage to praise his creativity. I think there are several moments that are repeated, but the situation has changed when listening to the rapper making house music. Do you know how common it is to see this these days? Now, don't say that you only think of Kaytranada when you listen to this record, because there are more than on black artist doing this genre. In short, this album is curiously unique, and I mean that in a good way.

    fav tracks: "A Keeper", "Flight's Booked", "Calling My Name", "Sticky" & "Falling Back"
    KEY-TRACK: "Massive"    … Expand
  40. SolReviews
    Aug 5, 2022
    8
    Drake’s newest album combines rich, modern instrumentals with some of the greatest vocal performances of his career.
  41. nasro
    Jun 18, 2022
    10
    I really liked the vibe of the album. he fix the mistakes that he did in clb to give us this great album i think this is the best album in 2022
  42. samuelmirands
    Jun 21, 2022
    7
    I MEAN, IT'S WAY BETTER THAN CLB AND SCORPION.
    There are a few down points like the opening track and the last songs on the record, but overall it's a pretty solid new sound for Drake and I'm here for it. IT'S SO MUCH BETTER THAN CLB
  43. gusstathekid
    Jun 21, 2022
    9
    o álbum trás melodias relaxantes e perfeitas, sem dúvidas um projeto muito bom! Drake representou perfeitamente o dance apesar de ser um artista de hip hop além de trazer bastante criatividade para as músicas, com transições bem colocadas e perfeitamente encaixadas. Só achei q a última música c o feat do 21 savage não deveria fazer parte do album por se diferenciar claramente do tema eo álbum trás melodias relaxantes e perfeitas, sem dúvidas um projeto muito bom! Drake representou perfeitamente o dance apesar de ser um artista de hip hop além de trazer bastante criatividade para as músicas, com transições bem colocadas e perfeitamente encaixadas. Só achei q a última música c o feat do 21 savage não deveria fazer parte do album por se diferenciar claramente do tema e estilo geral do EP, entretanto é uma ótima faixa!… Expand

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. The Line of Best Fit
    Jun 30, 2022
    60
    Love-burnt and ambitious, Drake has produced something better than its predecessors, but without the fallback of crowd-pleasers, it is hard to see it standing the test of time.
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  2. Entertainment Weekly
    Jun 23, 2022
    67
    Instead of taking a much-needed left turn and cranking it up to 11, he's settled for something safe — something too smooth, too worldly.
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  3. RapReviews.com
    Jun 22, 2022
    50
    Drake breaks no new ground here, and retreads the same tales of love and regret so many times that the songs bleed together. If you just want background music for making love, this is your album. If you want to have your imagination captured by fantastic tales or be taken on an emotional roller coaster, don’t bother. There are no highs or lows here. We’re on medium the whole time.
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