Jesus Is King
by Kanye West
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  1. Skeledon
    May 22, 2023
    7
    Not the best album from ye, but still it works, it's a bit unfinished imo. But as a first dip into gospel from ye a good attempt, what i would change in this album is, Jesus is Lord as the Intro and longer, Every Hour and Hands on should be cutted, and deleted from the album to get Wake the dead, and La Monster on it. Use this Gospel is one of the best ye Songs peroid. - Favorite Song: UseNot the best album from ye, but still it works, it's a bit unfinished imo. But as a first dip into gospel from ye a good attempt, what i would change in this album is, Jesus is Lord as the Intro and longer, Every Hour and Hands on should be cutted, and deleted from the album to get Wake the dead, and La Monster on it. Use this Gospel is one of the best ye Songs peroid. - Favorite Song: Use this Gospel… Expand
  2. frapsed1
    Apr 10, 2023
    7
    I went into this project with open ears, but heard that is arguably Ye's worst work, but I was amazed. It is so much different than any other Ye album. The choir is amazing, and the Christian themes are executed well. There aren't many tracks that I can listen to on their own, but I like how every single track is important to the album's narrative. Not bad, but I have heard better from Ye.I went into this project with open ears, but heard that is arguably Ye's worst work, but I was amazed. It is so much different than any other Ye album. The choir is amazing, and the Christian themes are executed well. There aren't many tracks that I can listen to on their own, but I like how every single track is important to the album's narrative. Not bad, but I have heard better from Ye.

    FAVORITES: Selah, Follow God, On God, Everything We Need    … Expand
  3. VanZizek
    Mar 6, 2023
    7
    I like the project, it's very interesting and has very special touches, it seemed to be a new Kanye and a very good breakthrough, I like in this album what Kanye becomes and songs like "Selah" even make you cry.
  4. Blonisco
    Jan 26, 2023
    5
    说差不算太差，底子还是有的，就是不太能接受福音风格，换成yandhi我肯定给更高
  5. todaywasagooday
    Dec 1, 2022
    0
    This must be a joke. It sounds so terrible that even my grandpa on a wheelchair stood up and turned this down
  6. Penaldothediver
    Nov 16, 2022
    0
    Sad to say that Kanye started declining from this album. Please come back stronger than ever because this new version of you is embarassing
  7. harshvardhan19
    Oct 22, 2022
    0
    Tanked, everything made by this fad is horrible music my ears started bleeding never stream this fads any album
  8. hiphopplatinum
    Oct 2, 2022
    5
    this album had the potential to show that Christian rap is worth being listened to but this album just has so many boring tracks with terrible corny lines and yeah it does have some good tracks like use this gospel & follow god but apart from that this album is a skip
  9. Joffnatic
    May 26, 2022
    6
    This album is Kanye's worst yet, however it's still an enjoyable listen. The production is amazing despite some weak points. However the lyrics feel uninspired, and I personally can't relate to the religious texts Ye is throwing at us. I feel very much like Donda did a much better job at making us able to relate to his christian self, and some of the songs on that LP damn near made meThis album is Kanye's worst yet, however it's still an enjoyable listen. The production is amazing despite some weak points. However the lyrics feel uninspired, and I personally can't relate to the religious texts Ye is throwing at us. I feel very much like Donda did a much better job at making us able to relate to his christian self, and some of the songs on that LP damn near made me speak to Jesus personally.… Expand
  10. themusicreview
    Apr 6, 2022
    5
    Jesus Is King is an over-hated and an over judged album. It is always a work in progress such as the man himself and this album is a reflection on our current state of faith and life in modern-day America.

    There are bright and solid songs such as Every Hour, Selah, Follow God, Use This Gospel, God Is, Hands On, Closed on Sunday and On God. The problem was that people have expected an    Jesus Is King is an over-hated and an over judged album. It is always a work in progress such as the man himself and this album is a reflection on our current state of faith and life in modern-day America.

    There are bright and solid songs such as Every Hour, Selah, Follow God, Use This Gospel, God Is, Hands On, Closed on Sunday and On God. The problem was that people have expected an album that was fully drenched in gospel worship or a Kanye that was like of old, poetic and scrutinizing as he was on Jesus Walks.

    Jesus Is King is not a Christian album or a gospel entry point. It is his reflection on mentality, mental health, Christ and his thoughts on new born salvation. You cannot expect a sermon from a sheperd who hasn't found sheep. You can't expect a Christian College Dropout from a new born man. That is what Jesus Is King is about. It's a restart, a refresh button and an expert defense against his past behaviour that was criminal.

    You can't expect the red hate Kanye to be here. The Donald Trump supporter and supposed coon. This is his redemption arc and the production proves to be still overarched and filled with mediocre work. I admit, the music is not as good as before. Closed On Sunday has awful Chic Fillet lines, Follow God is too bare and short, Everything We Need is foul and Water is his worst song ever. However, even though its over hyped, Use This Gospel has a nice outro break and God Is at least is passionate?

    On God has some fierce work and its the best production here apart from Jesus Lord which is bright with trumpets but it's only a minute long. Closed On Sunday has the best last two minutes or so when the beeps of robotic monotone screams its futuristic blends of audio genius. Kanye is at its most form when he blends Yeezus sounds polished in gospel harmony. It's a wholesome road that gets the 9 out of 10 from me.

    Overall, Hands On proves to be another highlight with dark Greek like apocalyptic production of blending and I say that Jesus Is King is an amazing work of art. It's short, underwhelming but I am happy and proud to see a Christian born again through the faith and work of Jesus.    … Expand
  11. narolo
    Mar 30, 2022
    6
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  12. garfield7081
    Mar 26, 2022
    4
    i dont have a problem with the religious focus of the album, i have a problem with how lazy and rushed the production of the album feels. looking at the remnants of yandhi, this album couldv'e been much, much better.

    best song: follow god

    worst song: closed on sunday
  13. Snowyiscool45
    Mar 20, 2022
    6
    Its alright some the songs leaks are better than the released version and donda did the whole christian thing better
  14. CordRafael
    Feb 17, 2022
    8
    gosto muito!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!so p deixar no perfil so p deixar no perfil so p deixar no perfil
  15. ISETAEME
    Jan 10, 2022
    7
    El álbum esta muy bien producido, la letra es buena, dura lo justo y necesario...
    Sin embargo, sabiendo lo que iba a sacar Kanye con Yandhi para luego tener esto, es algo decepcionante. Parece un borrador del proyecto final.
    Aún así, muy disfrutable.
  16. sodovich
    Dec 25, 2021
    5
    The weakest content from Kanye West. It is as simple as what im saying it is.
  17. F4lC0N_
    Dec 24, 2021
    6
    Não tem nada de mais, porém o intuito dele é bem bonito. Alem de que nele há boas músicas como Selah e On God.
  18. PatchWurk777
    Dec 7, 2021
    3
    Forgettable, some songs are really good, like Selah, Closed on Sunday, and Use this Gospel, but other than that I hate this album.
  19. Matteusz
    Nov 21, 2021
    10
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  20. DequanJdfh
    Oct 31, 2021
    0
    So preachy. Corny production. Raps are basement tier. Everything about this album is embarrassing
  21. RuRu92
    Sep 3, 2021
    8
    The fact he’s stated he’s no longer making secular music from here on in means it’s on us as the listener to bare the brunt of the fact before going into the project. Inspiring stuff; admittedly not his best work by any means but when you’ve set the bar as high as this man has, it’s going to be hard to top itS Let’s just say this work, has a man reevaluating his faith.
  22. Mshad23
    Aug 31, 2021
    3
    Lackluster album with a singular theme of Christianity. An album that very much feels “by Christians for Christians” - which would not be an issue if the music itself was consistently good. Yet the album features only two good songs with “follow god” and “closed on Sunday” - the rest of the album is truly forgettable.
  23. Thejonaz
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This álbum change my life, Jesus is the king, Just praise the lord and nothing more… Expand
  24. Pandabear1996
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    This album is beautiful if you actually listen to the meaning behind every song. Even closed on Sunday
  25. Fra101
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    It's such a boring album! That's all, just boring, nothing special. Sorry...
  26. ryanqthanh
    Aug 29, 2021
    0
    literally the worst ever, boring, dull and toxic, couldn't figure out how tf this man is trying to do
  27. kolbert
    Aug 29, 2021
    7
    If you love Jesus, you will love this album, but if you don't love Jesus, you won't love this album as much as those who love Him. A very complicated and strange thesis, but true. Kanye introduces us to his love for God. She's making an album for HIM. If I had to name my favorite songs, they would be "God Is," "On God," "Water," "Follow God," "Everything We Need" and "Closed on Sunday."
  28. proreview0
    Aug 15, 2021
    6
    lowkey this album is not as bad as every one perceives it to be. Kanye makes a nice effort to express his religious feelings. This a new kanye ig
  29. glmonkeylord9
    Aug 7, 2021
    7
    A good album, but not great like the rest of Kanye's discography.

    Overall, the production is really solid and the gospel aesthetic is very nicely implemented throughout the record. There are tracks like Use this Gospel and Everything We Need that use dense autotune vocal harmonies in their choruses that sound other-worldly and honestly just straight up beautiful. Other tracks like    A good album, but not great like the rest of Kanye's discography.

    Overall, the production is really solid and the gospel aesthetic is very nicely implemented throughout the record. There are tracks like Use this Gospel and Everything We Need that use dense autotune vocal harmonies in their choruses that sound other-worldly and honestly just straight up beautiful. Other tracks like Follow God and God Is use Kanye's signature vocal sampling to great effect, bringing us a Watch The Throne-type banger and an endearing, soulful ballad respectively on the same record. The tracklist is quite diverse, going from quaint Sunday Service jam sessions to grand cinematic gospel bangers all in a short 27 minute runtime. The cohesion of the album's tracklist is held together by a well-executed gospel aesthetic and great Kanye production, albeit with a few hiccups along the way.

    The one big major drawback is that the transition out of secular music seems to have hindered Kanye's writing ability on this record a bit. Tracks like Closed on Sunday and On God lack the wit and punch of Kanye's usual writing, instead almost sounding a bit like he's just trolling with the lyrics. It's no poopity scoop but it's getting there. There are also times where tracks lack the beefy mixing that is to be expected on a Kanye record, rather sounding quite unimpactful and lackluster especially in the low end of the mix. Also, a small gripe that is quite common among listeners is the brevity of Jesus Is Lord, where the track seems to end as it starts to ramp up towards what would have been an absolutely amazing track (Watch the JIK film for the full version). All in all, these flaws do hinder the album from becoming great, but it is still nonetheless a good, solid record.

    7/10    … Expand
  30. Lewdogmma
    Jun 24, 2021
    7
    Way to overhated. Everysong on here is nice. I don't like selah. On god is nice
  31. hbjuhvuv8
    Jun 19, 2021
    10
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  32. Trunestor
    Jun 13, 2021
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Disappointing. But better than I expected. Jesus is King is a short Christian rap journey, with his old style from College Dropout and Late Registration; and also from unreleased album Yandhi. His old beats have been ridiculously altered to (it seems like to) match the quality of the album. But the album has some up's and low's. Half of the album holds up well and the other one doesn't. It peaks at On God, with the slickest beat in this album, then it goes downhill from Everything We Need. He removed every good thing about the song. And then the other albums come, with the same story as Everything We Need had. Overall the album is a good listen… Expand
  33. spacelessvoid
    May 22, 2021
    5
    I cant help to say this album is pretty mediocre by ye standards, although i don't really hate this album i just believe it was wasted potential and the getting the vibe of spiritual belief than ye's faith in god but neither the less the music can stem from somewhat good, mediocre by again ye's standards but ill rather see Kanye happy than ever than being forced in a mindset is just thisI cant help to say this album is pretty mediocre by ye standards, although i don't really hate this album i just believe it was wasted potential and the getting the vibe of spiritual belief than ye's faith in god but neither the less the music can stem from somewhat good, mediocre by again ye's standards but ill rather see Kanye happy than ever than being forced in a mindset is just this album was kinda underwhelming to hear… Expand
  34. CreatingReview
    Apr 6, 2021
    10
    This album is amazing. Whoever is rating this low, clearly doesn’t know what good music is.
  35. SpartanBlood_17
    Mar 30, 2021
    2
    Worst Kanye album and project, absolutely botched. Only a few tracks are very good, other are horrible.
  36. Hendo250
    Mar 29, 2021
    6
    this album is a 6 this album is a 6 this album is a 6 this album is a 6 this album is a 6
  37. tdbtom
    Mar 14, 2021
    7
    "JESUS IS KING" once again splits fans of Kanye roughly down the middle. As I look back on this album, I see myself more in favor of his creative direction with the project. It's no secret that, "everybody wanted Yandhi" but truthfully, I respect what Kanye repurposed it into. Instead of repeating himself with essentially a Yeezus 2, Kanye created the direct opposite to Yeezus. Yeezus"JESUS IS KING" once again splits fans of Kanye roughly down the middle. As I look back on this album, I see myself more in favor of his creative direction with the project. It's no secret that, "everybody wanted Yandhi" but truthfully, I respect what Kanye repurposed it into. Instead of repeating himself with essentially a Yeezus 2, Kanye created the direct opposite to Yeezus. Yeezus and JIK are opposites of one another which I find far more satisfying than if Yhandi were to come out and just repeat Kanye's cycle of sin. The journey from Yeezus to JIK closely resembles Dante's epic, The Divine Comedy. But enough about the message of JIK; how does it sound? Pretty mixed if we're being honest. "Every Hour" is a great start to the album, letting us know this is going to be the most gospel-related album Kanye's released yet. Selah, Follow God, and Use This Gospel are the clear highlights of this album. Top tier without a doubt. I very much enjoyed Everything We Need, God Is, and On God as well. They aren't standouts but I loved them sure enough. But Closed On Sunday, Water, Hands On, and Jesus Is Lord are all...alright. I admittedly have a bias in favor of all of Kanye's work so I tend to still like the songs that typically, I would think as "okay." Objectively though, these tracks could have been much more. Closed On Sunday has a creepy beginning and some interesting lines about a fast food chain which I thought to be an interesting take. Water was 'right but c'mon Kanye, you could've put a bit more mph into that verse my guy. Hands On is similarly spooky like Closed On Sunday and has a nice outro. My final note is that the last track should've just been an instrumental. I give JIK a 7/10 as my objective score. I honestly enjoy every track even with the imperfections because I'm invested in the message Ye is trying to convey with this album. But when looking at this LP more objectively and critically, I see that how Kanye could have swapped some of the tracks on this thing or just add more to it.

    P.s. I have not watched the film.    … Expand
  38. clem666
    Jan 9, 2021
    5
    Witnessing the fact that Kanye thinks he could be something other than a majestic rapper with an ego bigger than planet Earth is actually nice. Seeing such questioning makes me reconsider humanity positively. The artist faced (and successfully triumph) the idea to work in a totally different way than he usually does. He managed to release an album whose subjects and foundations are closerWitnessing the fact that Kanye thinks he could be something other than a majestic rapper with an ego bigger than planet Earth is actually nice. Seeing such questioning makes me reconsider humanity positively. The artist faced (and successfully triumph) the idea to work in a totally different way than he usually does. He managed to release an album whose subjects and foundations are closer to some part of his personality. In this way, 'Jesus Is King' is a powerful promise and a deep record. Beats and rhythms vary a lot. Production is awesome. There are some interesting featured artists who bring even more music that is different from what Kanye does. Saxophone solo in 'Use This Gospel' from Kenny G is absolutely gorgeous and a good example for that.

    However in the facts we are far from all I previously described as we realize Kanye speaks about Jesus only to draw parallels between their respective lives and to try to identify himself as God's son. Almost all tracks sounds like unfinished drafts. It feels like Kanye couldn't involve himself to his core while creating this project. Some songs may be repetitve sometimes. Not saying nonsense and rudeness must have been frighteningly difficult for Kanye.    … Expand
  39. rassmenezes
    Dec 30, 2020
    1
    Que horrivel. já tentei ouvir quatro vezes e não passo da terceira música. Achei forçado e pouco natural.
  40. ChunkDump
    Dec 28, 2020
    4
    this isnt the same Kanye anymore. you have to be a huge fan of Ye to enjoy this project. its too damn gospel-ish for me, he still put enough hip hop in it to be listened to. he needs to focus on his mental health at this point.
  41. Wrong_Opinions
    Dec 19, 2020
    5
    I honestly can’t stand another second of this type of thing. Boring as hell. Some nice melodies. Most the songs are garbage with a few bangers here and there.
  42. Josezzc
    Dec 15, 2020
    10
    is a beautiful album , this album changes my life , i love it , thank you Kanye
  43. Georgieisnotok
    Nov 1, 2019
    7
    A really great album both instrumentally and in all other aspects that is let down by its lyricism, as the the lyrics appear insincere, down right awful and confusing like on the track 'Closed on Sunday' and sometimes just lacking of Kanye's usual charm displayed through his lyricism. I hope it can be edited and improved like that of Life of pablo.
  44. thepes
    Nov 29, 2020
    8
    8/10

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  45. Aram2034
    Nov 19, 2020
    3
    Aside from On God and Follow God, this album fails to hook me or at even interest me in the slightest. This album sounds like a demo tape and judging by the mix I feel like it really is one. I could go on about the negatives but I'm just gonna stick to the positives. Follow God feels like the Kanye we know and love, albeit a little less focused or motivated. It honestly sounds like he'sAside from On God and Follow God, this album fails to hook me or at even interest me in the slightest. This album sounds like a demo tape and judging by the mix I feel like it really is one. I could go on about the negatives but I'm just gonna stick to the positives. Follow God feels like the Kanye we know and love, albeit a little less focused or motivated. It honestly sounds like he's freestyling on a Youtube "Kanye Type Beat" and the track feels like a quick catchy demo that would have otherwise been scrapped. On God has a terrific beat, and Kanye definitely finds his footing on the track, however the lyricism is extremely surface level and overall the track just isn't great, it's just pretty good. My final positive note is the opener, Every Hour, it's very good but because of the lack of progression or percussion it feels about a minute too long. There is a remix of this song which adds drums, and with the drums it is easily the best song on this album. Overall 3/10, Kanye's worst album.… Expand
  46. MikeMulaney
    Nov 19, 2020
    1
    Generic music, nothing special, typical Kanye egomania top to bottom, not worth the time.
  47. bushyforest
    Oct 23, 2020
    0
    The album brings nothing special, just another attempt to say something original without the power to follow through with it.
  48. JohnSnow41188
    Oct 2, 2020
    0
    Unoriginal work, it feels like Kanye was trying to hard but the results did not pay out.
  49. sebastianmina
    Oct 1, 2020
    7
    Not the worst Kanye album, some weak songs on here like Water and Hands On but also some amazing tracks like: Use This Gospel, God Is, Selah and Follow God. Pierre on this is also very intresting.
  50. anapopescu
    Sep 13, 2020
    0
    It's clear that Kanye has run out of whatever inspiration he once may have had. This may be the end of his musical road.
  51. Tomehshh
    Sep 11, 2020
    10
    this is a masterpiece godly production looking forward new kanye's music :D
  52. Mmyestro
    Sep 3, 2020
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. and once again , MR west shocked the whole music community with his jaw dropping change of style.
    first i was like whaaaa , wasnt he that dude who said , your such a freaking brooo i love it,"
    then i decided to give this dude and his album a chance , i mean everyone should have a chance to convert to any religion they want and speak theyre hearts content and say and preach what they want.
    im not a christian , but i bealive in god , but ill just critisize this album with its art , not religious stuff.

    unlike his old albums , this album has a lesser 'Hip Hop' tune . it didnt had the gangish stuff , no gang or party beats , no "All day" or "Monster" . "Follow god" had a Hip Hop sound but it lacked rapping skills, not just this track , the whole album exept "Hands on" (which is the albums best track in my opinion) suffers on corny lyrics . Seriously now Mr west , "your my chick Fil A" ???? :/
    the production was good , but it wasnt kanye , it lacked kanye's crazy samples , crazy instrumentals.

    MR west singing wasnt bad in tracks like , use this gospel, and he was spitting religious facts at "Hands on"

    the feautures werent that awesome , exept the dude in "Hands on" and Pusha T

    anyways time for Mmyestro's Special Scoring

    Instrumentals=======> 5/10
    Flow, rhytm and melody in lyrics========> 7/10
    Lyrics meaning===============> 5/10
    Album Context=============>7/10
    Artists Delivery and voice===============> 8/10

    Hmmmmm , im suppose to give this a 6 , but ill go with a 5

    Jesus is King - Kanye West ===========================> 5/10

    [ 3 September , 2020]    … Expand
  53. Rosh444
    Aug 20, 2020
    8
    Aged like fine wine in my opinion, grew on me with each listen. Violent crimes is an amazing track, probably in my top 10 ye songs of all time.
  54. Harshyadav
    Jul 31, 2020
    0
    Kanye Is whore.
  55. amertume
    Jul 28, 2020
    0
    As shown from both the critic overall score and use score, the album is very bad and caters to Kanye's narcissistic personality and bringing him closer to a cult around himself and his music.
  56. formiga116
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excellent Album, the most spiritual that Kanye has ever released, I saw God in the lyrics and I believe that the angels in the sky sing like this… Expand
  57. jayaraya
    Jul 26, 2020
    0
    Such a mess. This album should be burn in HELL. Nothing special. The lyrics, the melody, the rap and the production is sh*t. DO NOT BUY THIS ALBUM.
  58. sashensg
    Jul 26, 2020
    0
    "Clowns to the West"
    - Taylor Swift "Peace" "Folklore" 2020

    All I think about is KARMA !!
  59. oldcardigan
    Jul 25, 2020
    0
    lixo sonoro! não sei o que esse homem ainda faz na industria da música, só trabalhos irrelevantes
  60. jollibee
    Jul 24, 2020
    0
    Most dumbest album that been created in this entire world. Delusional and worthless piece of **** People are still giving a "10" to this? Y'all need prayers to enlighten your **** ears.
  61. M7md1989
    Jul 24, 2020
    0
    You can tell that kanye is going through some real **** when you listen to this mess
  62. Atum_
    Jun 8, 2020
    6
    I get what Kanye was trying to do with this record, and as a christian, I loved it a lot, getting to listen to hip hop in church, however as a hip hop fan, I'm disapointed. The lyrics on this album are pretty bad. It's nothing groundbreaking, or even interesting. A lot of tracks on this thing are just straight up boring. Both production and lyrics. There are some exceptions however, likeI get what Kanye was trying to do with this record, and as a christian, I loved it a lot, getting to listen to hip hop in church, however as a hip hop fan, I'm disapointed. The lyrics on this album are pretty bad. It's nothing groundbreaking, or even interesting. A lot of tracks on this thing are just straight up boring. Both production and lyrics. There are some exceptions however, like Selah or Use This Gospel. If Jesus is King II sounds anything like those tracks rather than the other ones, we might have ourselves a great christian rap music. Personally, I would love that.… Expand
  63. andyn823
    Jun 6, 2020
    0
    I am sorry but this album is so bad. Repetitive, meaningless lyrics ("You're my Chick-fil-A"?). The title of the album made me laugh so hard. And so are the contents. I listened to the first 30 seconds of every songs and then I had to move on. Gospel is not Kanye's genre. I think Kanye should just stick to hip hop only and just don't go too far. Just don't think that you are the greatestI am sorry but this album is so bad. Repetitive, meaningless lyrics ("You're my Chick-fil-A"?). The title of the album made me laugh so hard. And so are the contents. I listened to the first 30 seconds of every songs and then I had to move on. Gospel is not Kanye's genre. I think Kanye should just stick to hip hop only and just don't go too far. Just don't think that you are the greatest of all time or you can be compared with the legends like Madonna, Michael Jackson, Mariah Carey, The Beatles... This album is a joke. I say all of this will not hurt Kanye's feelings or his fans trying to drag me and criticize me, right?… Expand
  64. Joel_Freecheck
    May 29, 2020
    1
    For a man who has found god, he sure left all his skills behind in his search for heaven.
  65. 000Asyl
    May 1, 2020
    10
    Criativo e inovador como sempre, superando as barreiras do que é tratado como hip hop e criando um álbum gospel excepcional, cheio de faixas extremamente incríveis e que não prezam por apelo religioso pra ganhar visibilidade, mas sim apenas fala de Deus da sua maneira.
  66. JordanLayton
    Apr 30, 2020
    6
    Wow, I would love this album if it wasn't so distinctly about Christianity. And no, I don't find it to be about Jesus quite as much as I find it to be about Christian interpretations, denominational loyalty, and being religious in the public eye in 2019. Tbh I can relate to some of that, and I think I understand where most of it is coming from, but its just not subject matter IWow, I would love this album if it wasn't so distinctly about Christianity. And no, I don't find it to be about Jesus quite as much as I find it to be about Christian interpretations, denominational loyalty, and being religious in the public eye in 2019. Tbh I can relate to some of that, and I think I understand where most of it is coming from, but its just not subject matter I particularly enjoy. Definitely not a record I'll be coming back to very often.

    THAT SAID, the skill in production and lyricism here is what WILL bring me back on that rare occasion. Kanye is undeniable as usual. The Clipse feature is great too.

    Hands On sticks out as an early favorite track. Feels particularly honest with Kanye laying out his feelings about not belonging. Closed On Sunday is just silly.    … Expand
  67. reputhrashion
    Apr 8, 2020
    0
    Funny how the got me is "Jesus is King" when ratye has nothing to do with religion or even being a decent human being. This album is a complete mess.
  68. alliedude
    Apr 7, 2020
    0
    manipulating liar = crappy personality = crappy person = crappy music = crappy album = k*nye is a flop
  69. ALousyUsername
    Mar 31, 2020
    7
    This album sounds amazing, the gospel choirs and the flows on this project are really refreshing. The instrumentals are really unique and very Kanye. Definitely will be listening to this one for a while.
  70. NolanLundgaard
    Mar 27, 2020
    4
    JESUS IS KING by Kanye West: 3.77

    Every Hour: 1 Selah: 1 Follow God: 0.5 Closed On Sunday: 0.25 On God: 0.5 Everything We Need: 0 Water: 0.5 God Is: 0.75 Hands On: 0.5 Use This Gospel: 0.75 Jesus Is Lord: 1 6.75/11 ~ .614 -> 3.77 I know this review is in the yellow territory, but I count this as a good review. Yes, it’s not quite a fantastic album, but it is an    JESUS IS KING by Kanye West: 3.77

    Every Hour: 1
    Selah: 1
    Follow God: 0.5
    Closed On Sunday: 0.25
    On God: 0.5
    Everything We Need: 0
    Water: 0.5
    God Is: 0.75
    Hands On: 0.5
    Use This Gospel: 0.75
    Jesus Is Lord: 1

    6.75/11 ~ .614 -> 3.77

    I know this review is in the yellow territory, but I count this as a good review. Yes, it’s not quite a fantastic album, but it is an enormous step forward from ye. I am impressed that Kanye West came out with this album, it must’ve not been easy to create something so different from what he has created in the past. I really like the message that this album gives its listeners, and hopefully it has influenced others to follow in the footsteps of West. That being said, JESUS IS KING is still plagued by generic drum machines and random noises here and there, though the explicit content is gone, thankfully. Plus, I’m not sure if the purpose of Closed On Sunday was to get me to laugh, but if so it succeeded. I hope that Kanye continues on this path, because if so, we can expect some amazing albums soon. Chick Fil-a! Highlights (there actually are some this time!): Every Hour, Selah, and Jesus Is Lord.    … Expand
  71. youruberdriver
    Mar 27, 2020
    4
    Mr. West returns with a self proclaimed gospel album "Jesus is King". After a very successful KSG and Ye I expected something on the same level. I don't feel disappointed but I my expectations were much higher than the result that we got. i can't say that the latest Kanye album is bad, but it sounds rough, sketchy and spineless. Some songs are better than others, some are obviously takenMr. West returns with a self proclaimed gospel album "Jesus is King". After a very successful KSG and Ye I expected something on the same level. I don't feel disappointed but I my expectations were much higher than the result that we got. i can't say that the latest Kanye album is bad, but it sounds rough, sketchy and spineless. Some songs are better than others, some are obviously taken from an unreleased "Yahndi". The album doesn't feel like a Kanye album, it doesn't leave you with a certain experience or mood or idea. I find Mr. Wests' latest album just a collection of random Kanye songs. Don't get me wrong, the songs are mostly good, if you listen to them as singles, but where is the whole gospel album Kanye was talking about? Why leaked Yahndi sounds better than a finished projects? Why bangers like "Follow God" and "On god" are mixed with gospel tracks like "Every hour" and melancholic ones like "Closed on Sunday". It doesn't feel consistent. Considering the whole criticism and all drawbacks mentioned before, "Jesus is King" is still a good album with gorgeous production, interesting lyrics and Kanye West. Kanye can't make bad music after all. Some songs grow on me more and more every day. It's definitely not his best one, but not the worst one either. Give it a listen anyways. A strong 8/10 from me. P.S. Kanye, you can do better… Expand
  72. tayvoodoo
    Mar 23, 2020
    0
    kanye = irrelevant

    my power is unmatched. the truth always comes out and karma is real.
  73. noebalami2
    Mar 22, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El peor álbum de Kanye West, es una porquería en todo sentido, la lírica espantosa, ritmos reciclados. Terrible experiencia.… Expand
  74. pianaro
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    cheio de espírito e inspiração, kanye colocou sua alma nesse álbum, com tanto trabalho chegou a obra de arte espiritual perfeita
  75. MW77
    Feb 4, 2020
    10
    Production and structure are the strengths. A deeper understanding of Kanye is recommended to appreciate it as a whole.
  76. calebcorleone
    Feb 1, 2020
    7
    This album is "good" but it just didn't stick with me. Production and vocals are great and do some interesting things. Maybe if I were more religious, this would be amazing.
  77. Yanstarr
    Jan 24, 2020
    1
    He needs to retire and focus on shoes or his wife's show cause this music he's making now ain't it. It's sad to see such a Great fall from grace but here we are.
  78. kixistrk
    Jan 24, 2020
    5
    Though holding the same sprawling and engaging production Kanye has become a household band for, Jesus is King lacks the depth and self awareness to bring anything of value to the table. Perhaps it’s a victory lap on Kanye’s life, but personally, it seemed like the top would be a lot more interesting for one of the most influential hip hop talents of all time.
  79. MasterFair
    Jan 23, 2020
    7
    Jesus is King is enjoyable, good production as always and while I find it hard to resonate with the subject matter, the conviction adds a tone of quality and it’s a new step in an interesting direction.
  80. grxxvy
    Jan 23, 2020
    0
    Really bad album. It's not just the theme, it's bad executed..
    Wasted beats on that album. Kanye should just hang it up and focus on churches
  81. Venqo
    Jan 23, 2020
    10
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  82. brenb
    Jan 22, 2020
    7
    Has its high and low points. For me the highs are God Is, On God, Use This Gospel, and Follow God. Low would be Closed On Sunday and Everything We Need. The rest of the songs are good not great. Could’ve been better, but certainly not a bad album at all.
  83. okbuddyjosh
    Jan 22, 2020
    6
    This album is certainly not Kanye at his best. First of all, the album is too short. For some artists, such as Earl Sweatshirt, a shorter run-time works well, but it doesn't really work for Kanye. Fans are used to 45 minutes to an hour long albums as his songs tend to be long and contain many features. Here, however, there are minimal features and the album is barely a half an hour long.This album is certainly not Kanye at his best. First of all, the album is too short. For some artists, such as Earl Sweatshirt, a shorter run-time works well, but it doesn't really work for Kanye. Fans are used to 45 minutes to an hour long albums as his songs tend to be long and contain many features. Here, however, there are minimal features and the album is barely a half an hour long. It also isn't mixed very well and contains some very cheesy lyrics such the infamous Closed On Sunday hook. Despite this, there are high points on the album. God Is is a beautiful song with a great instrumental and I actually like how Kanye strains his voice on the song. Use This Gospel brings us the legendary duo Clipse and they both have great verses (I prefer No Malice's here). Follow God and Selah are high points as well. However, the thing that makes me move the album from a 7 to a 6 is because of what it could have been. Yahndi sounded incredible and this couldn't live up to it.… Expand
  84. Cpanter
    Jan 22, 2020
    0
    Worst album ever. You can only listen to it once and then archive!!!!!. Throw it in rice
  85. Okay2020
    Jan 22, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. He became a damn Jesus freak wtf. **** **** album with abysmal production. Hope he does and album with Dre cuz Kanye...Lost it.… Expand
  86. njaff2386
    Jan 22, 2020
    0
    Trash album and is toxic fan base should get a life and stop worrying so much about Eminem
  87. Yolli
    Jan 22, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Wow. Pretty bad...... kanye pls quit.....................................… Expand
  88. Terrarum
    Jan 22, 2020
    0
    Not we start this war. Don't go to other artists and put 0 just because your artist are lower than our.
  89. SimplyTrifec
    Jan 22, 2020
    0
    Sucks sucks sucks. Bad. Terrible. Horrendous. Embarrassing. Really really bad
  90. lonewolfe420
    Jan 21, 2020
    0
    Easily the worse album ever made. I cannot describe how terrible and sloppy and unfocused it is. GARBAGE
  91. coopsjt998
    Jan 18, 2020
    7
    As Kanye seems to reinvent himself once again, seemingly becoming a "born-again" christian, he finds himself at a new point in his life, producing and rapping on this christian/gospel and rap inspired record. A nearly one-of-a-kind album, it features soothing, solid production and witty, christian inspired Kanye-isms. A very sincere effort, yet overall less of a christian rap album for theAs Kanye seems to reinvent himself once again, seemingly becoming a "born-again" christian, he finds himself at a new point in his life, producing and rapping on this christian/gospel and rap inspired record. A nearly one-of-a-kind album, it features soothing, solid production and witty, christian inspired Kanye-isms. A very sincere effort, yet overall less of a christian rap album for the people and more of an updated look into Kanye's life as a christian for himself.… Expand
  92. TheGreatFan
    Jan 12, 2020
    7
    This is not a good album for Kanye West but decent as best as a regular artist. There are some tracks that are repetitive and stuff and some tracks that i don't like. My favorite tracks are Use This Gospel and Selah. But it is a listenable short album and i like it
  93. Mantis_Tobaggan
    Jan 10, 2020
    9
    I was disappointed with this album at first, but over time it began to grow on me. On first listen, only the track "Follow God" stood out, but of course that is because Kanye was clearly going for something different on this album. After being out for a few months, I love this album. It very much reminds me of 808s in a lot of ways, and I think in 5 to 10 years people will look back andI was disappointed with this album at first, but over time it began to grow on me. On first listen, only the track "Follow God" stood out, but of course that is because Kanye was clearly going for something different on this album. After being out for a few months, I love this album. It very much reminds me of 808s in a lot of ways, and I think in 5 to 10 years people will look back and give this album the praise it deserves. My thoughts:

    - Selah, Follow God, Closed on Sunday, Hands on & Use This Gospel are all great tracks
    - the into and interlude tracks are enjoyable
    -"On God" is my favorite song that came out this year, excluding music that was leaked.
    -"Everything We Need" is good, but not as good as the XXXTENTACION version that was on the Yandhi bootleg
    -"Water" is a good song but I do find Kanyes verse on this track to be lazy
    - Ant Clemons contributions to the album were great
    - The album is rather short, and I do think certain other songs from Yandhi could have been included

    8.75-9/10
    I would say it is the 6th best out of Kanye's solo albums.    … Expand
  94. Kikikinooo
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Kanye has always been a trendsetter and will always be. The mix of his voice and gospel really works. Bravo Kanye!
  95. Azzura
    Dec 30, 2019
    0
    Um dos piores álbuns que já escutei. Eu esperava um trabalho muito melhor que esse, inclusive do Kanye e sinceramente esse é o pior disco já feito por ele.
  96. WesleyNolasco
    Dec 27, 2019
    1
    Kanye West looks like he's in his own world. In a boring, repetitive, impersonal album, and somehow taking just 27 minutes. The only track that saves the entire album is Selah
  97. rijadbrkic
    Dec 24, 2019
    0
    A waste of time! A fake try at being woke and trying to play a role of a nice person but we all know he really isnt!
  98. GabrielLombeloo
    Dec 24, 2019
    1
    É difícil acreditar que o mesmo Kanye West que já fez um álbum perfeito e sem falha é capaz de fazer uma tentativa de álbum tão falha como esta. Músicas entediantes e o teor extremamente religioso só piora. Decepcionante.
  99. tayloroceira
    Dec 21, 2019
    0
    amazing, I hope i never hear that again, a really peace of **** this guy is overrated.
  100. muriloalvesc_
    Dec 13, 2019
    0
    ruim!!!!!!!!!!! muito, muito ruim mesmo, pqp, não sei onde ele tava com a cabeça quando lançou isso
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 25
  3. Negative: 4 out of 25
  1. Tiny Mix Tapes
    Dec 30, 2019
    0
    His reunion with frequent collaborators belies a rich history of discovering and championing new voices. This ostensible distance from which Kanye preaches reveals King’s true tension: Kanye, like Kendrick on DAMN., is asking for our prayers, while also distancing himself from our hands and our mouths. And it doesn’t work. ... He has artistically lost track of his audience and himself in its midst.
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  2. The Wire
    Nov 20, 2019
    50
    He’s hung up on Jesus rather than pneumatic women. It’s hard to tell if that’s an improvement, but it doesn’t seem like a regression either. ... An album with zero fat, dense in at least three senses, two of them positive. [Dec 2019, p.60]
  3. RapReviews.com
    Nov 12, 2019
    50
    As with every Kanye album, there’s some magnificent production on a majority of “Jesus Is King” courtesy of Pi’erre Bourne, Timbaland and Boogz, among others. ... Kanye just seems like he’s in his own world; disregarding what’s going on around him. Other times, Ye’s writing delves into eyerolling contradictions and ego-driven intentions.
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