Kids See Ghosts
by Kids See Ghosts
  • Record Label: G.O.O.D.
  • Release Date: Jun 8, 2018
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8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 1165 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,052 out of 1165
  2. Mixed: 25 out of 1165
  3. Negative: 88 out of 1165
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  1. saraysamuel
    Sep 5, 2023
    8
    TIENE TEMAZOS y buenos temas pero freee es una cagadota en todo el disco , es una cancion tan malana que le baja puntos
  2. thepartyison
    Jan 19, 2023
    10
    What more is to say about this album(I just started this review) It gives me heavy nostalgia to when I used to blast it all the time. I just love everything about this album, this album didn't miss once. Here's a plus the wait goes by very quickly showing that this record is timeless, 10/10
  3. SsidddD
    Dec 23, 2022
    10
    just over 20 mins. and it will deliver one of the best rap albums of all time.
    The album is amazingly well produced, kudi and ye's vocal performance are super iconic and memorable. The lyricism here is also one of the best from ye and kudi. every song is so good, this is just a perfect album. Specially checkout 1)Feel the love ft. Pusha , 2)4th dimension, 3)Reborn, 4)cudi    just over 20 mins. and it will deliver one of the best rap albums of all time.
    The album is amazingly well produced, kudi and ye's vocal performance are super iconic and memorable. The lyricism here is also one of the best from ye and kudi. every song is so good, this is just a perfect album. Specially checkout 1)Feel the love ft. Pusha , 2)4th dimension, 3)Reborn, 4)cudi montage.....(check out Ye self titled album before checking out this one for more context)    … Expand
  4. daytonatabooywr
    Dec 20, 2022
    10
    kids see ghosts sometimes kids see ghosts sometimes spirit i like this album a lot
  5. BlessedBarium
    Jun 2, 2022
    10
    One of Kanye's most interesting albums since The Life of Pablo, KIDS SEE GHOSTS is a brilliant collaboration between West and Cudi. From the opening hook on Feel the Love to the pseudo-gospel outro of Cudi Montage, the album is brilliant both technically and thematically, embodying and expanding the themes which Kanye explored in his previous album Ye.

    Production is handled expertly by    One of Kanye's most interesting albums since The Life of Pablo, KIDS SEE GHOSTS is a brilliant collaboration between West and Cudi. From the opening hook on Feel the Love to the pseudo-gospel outro of Cudi Montage, the album is brilliant both technically and thematically, embodying and expanding the themes which Kanye explored in his previous album Ye.

    Production is handled expertly by Kanye, with some of the most creative beats he has synthesised - 4th Dimension stands out as a particular highlight, brilliantly flipping the Louis Prima sample into a hungry-sounding monster of a beat. Cudi and West's chemistry is apparent; Ye's humorous yet vulnerable bars layered over Cudi's vocal melodies work together in a delicate balance. Cudi's rap contributions are also excellent, as are the guest features.

    While manic and chaotic, the 23-minute work is one of West's most concise, focused efforts, maintaining thematic consistency - mental health, materialism, sexual fantasy and faith are primary themes of the project, further developing the characters of Kanye and Cudi and providing insight into the minds of two masters of their craft. Listening to KIDS SEE GHOSTS is almost therapeutic; a cathartic release of emotion and a new view of oneself.

    KIDS SEE GHOSTS is, in almost every sense of the word, a masterpiece, another puzzle piece in West's incredible discography. The project is my second favourite Kanye project of all time, and one of the best examples of the man's undeniable prowess for music and art. It is well worth your 23 minutes; KIDS SEE GHOSTS is an experience to be thoroughly digested and subsequently adored.    … Expand
  6. jake47jake
    May 17, 2022
    9
    this project is something special. it is consistent and fun to listen to. i first saw this album as a 6/10 but after my second listen, my love for this album was increased significantly. Kanye and Cudi really help each other on this album and now i just wish they could make up and make the sequel we all need.

    favourite tracks- feel the love, fire, freeee, reborn
  7. mrko
    May 13, 2022
    10
    I consider this album a 10 and absolutely love it. There is not a single thing i dislike or feel indifferent to. Every song is crazy memorable, while fitting to the overall sound of the album. Both Ye and Cudi contributed greatly to the project, from the stunning production to the vocal performances. I found all the guest performances to be incredibly fitting. All of this results in aI consider this album a 10 and absolutely love it. There is not a single thing i dislike or feel indifferent to. Every song is crazy memorable, while fitting to the overall sound of the album. Both Ye and Cudi contributed greatly to the project, from the stunning production to the vocal performances. I found all the guest performances to be incredibly fitting. All of this results in a fantastic and unique body of work that stands out among the rest.… Expand
  8. JamesJennings
    May 2, 2022
    8
    While an interesting concept and collaboration, I feel like the ideas in Kids see ghosts could be expanded upon greatly. This album would have greatly benefitted from not being released in the year 2018. With Kanye working on so many projects that year, If he had released it, say, 2020, He could have made the album longer. On the other side of the argument, this time in Kanye's life wasWhile an interesting concept and collaboration, I feel like the ideas in Kids see ghosts could be expanded upon greatly. This album would have greatly benefitted from not being released in the year 2018. With Kanye working on so many projects that year, If he had released it, say, 2020, He could have made the album longer. On the other side of the argument, this time in Kanye's life was possibly his lowest (up until recent events maybe) hence him releasing Ye a few days later. A very interesting project, but could have benefitted from being longer.… Expand
  9. themusicreview
    Apr 16, 2022
    7
    Kids See Ghosts is an interesting album exploring faith, mental health, psychedelics and different forms of healing. It's a tough album and it has a wide range of sonics to enjoy. My favourite songs are 'Cudi Montage,' 'Feel The Love' 'Reborn' 'Kids See Ghosts' in general, every song has its admirable quality and bounce. I think this album is a little short but it does it's thing. I wishKids See Ghosts is an interesting album exploring faith, mental health, psychedelics and different forms of healing. It's a tough album and it has a wide range of sonics to enjoy. My favourite songs are 'Cudi Montage,' 'Feel The Love' 'Reborn' 'Kids See Ghosts' in general, every song has its admirable quality and bounce. I think this album is a little short but it does it's thing. I wish Kanye had more punches with his lyricism and Cudi was a bit more involved but the production on the most part is pretty good. I think it's Kanye's best album since Twisted Fantasy and if it's 3 songs longer it might have had that better influence.… Expand
  10. narolo
    Mar 30, 2022
    8
    goodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgood
  11. trulyunknown
    Mar 28, 2022
    7
    This is a good album, the production is good, and the verses are great. I'm just not a fan of the sound overall, and I think that this along with other Ye projects over the past 5 years or so are kinda cringe at points.
  12. garfield7081
    Mar 26, 2022
    9
    amazing collab album that shows how good the duo of kanye and cudi can truly be.

    best song: 4th dimension

    worst song: freeee
  13. CordRafael
    Feb 17, 2022
    10
    voltem a ser amigos por favor eu implor so p deixar no perfil so p deixar no perfil so p deixar no perfil
  14. gjv0923
    Feb 14, 2022
    10
    Please make up Kanye and Cudi. This album is amazing and these two together truly make some of hip hops greatest songs and albums.
  15. JJ2FAS4U
    Dec 29, 2021
    9
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  16. tristantristan
    Nov 25, 2021
    10
    This is undoubtedly the greatest album i have ever heard. 10/10 no questions no skip kanye and cudi are both geniuses
  17. darkrai26
    Sep 28, 2021
    10
    every single songs is a banger, not one skip on this whole album. only problem with it is that its too short
  18. BigDJohnWick
    Sep 8, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The KIDS SEE GHOSTS albums though short is filled with good songs that brings out the best from Kanye and Cudi. The production is extremely intelligent and good overall. Can't think of any negative aspects on the album, the worse song, Kids See Ghosts is a 9/10 and the rest are 10's! highly recommended for those who want to listen to Kanye and Cudi at their best, a classic!… Expand
  19. kolbert
    Aug 29, 2021
    9
    "Reborn" won everything. There was a time I listened to it a dozen times a day. What can I say? An album worth paying attention to. Very well made and interestingly presented. Too bad it's so short.
  20. HannesHK
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    Kids See Ghosts is a great album, and honestly, what hooked me at first was the artwork, which is just beautiful. It's a unique and great album! Would recommend!
  21. lucasrod
    Aug 8, 2021
    9
    I can’t find a single mistake about this album. This is one of the greatest albums I’ve ever heard. Every track gives you different feelings, from the first track making you excited to hear the rest of the album by yelling and teasing sounds that they’ll use during the rest of the album. Fire, the second track has great production and lines, as does every track. It’s a little slower pacedI can’t find a single mistake about this album. This is one of the greatest albums I’ve ever heard. Every track gives you different feelings, from the first track making you excited to hear the rest of the album by yelling and teasing sounds that they’ll use during the rest of the album. Fire, the second track has great production and lines, as does every track. It’s a little slower paced than the other songs, and it’s great. The next song is my personal favorite. 4th dimension has amazing lines and flow from Kanye and Cudi. My personal favorite part about the song is the incredible production and sample. It really sounds like what you would think that an album called “Kids See Ghosts” would sound. Freeee is the next track, also being the sequel to a song from an album Kanye released earlier that year titled “Ghost town”. I won’t write a whole review about that song, but if you listen to them back to back you can tell that it supports that song very well. The song also sounds amazing, as does every other song. I love Cudi’s vocals, as well as Kanye’s. Reborn is obviously very different from the rest of the songs. It’s a sentimental r&b song mostly sung by Cudi. His parts are great as well as Kanye’s verse. The song is emotional, and it’s one of my favorites from the album. The next track is the title track. From the moment it starts you will immediately love the psychedelic beat they used, as well as the rapping from both of them. It’s nonstop bars from Kanye and Cudi as well as stops for singing from Cudi and they are all great. The last track is crudo montage. This is an amazing song. This song is mostly rapping. The instrumental is also great for the whole song. TLDR: please listen to this album, for your own good. It’s amazing.… Expand
  22. monkeeh
    Jul 26, 2021
    10
    Kanye and Cudi are easily one of the best if not the best hip-hop duo ever. KIDS SEE GHOSTS is a deep dive into Kanye's recovery from mental health and Cudi's depression that he was trying to get over. It's a short project influenced by soul, R&B and rock that all work very well together to make a beautiful collection of songs that explore the relatable trial and tribulations of the duosKanye and Cudi are easily one of the best if not the best hip-hop duo ever. KIDS SEE GHOSTS is a deep dive into Kanye's recovery from mental health and Cudi's depression that he was trying to get over. It's a short project influenced by soul, R&B and rock that all work very well together to make a beautiful collection of songs that explore the relatable trial and tribulations of the duos lives. Each song is experimenting in its production and use of vocals, one example of note being Pusha T who is phenomenal on the track Feel The Love. The only track that I see as anything less than perfect is Kids See Ghost which is pretty average in contrast but definitely not a skip. All in all this album is a real classic and a must listen to those who can appreciate its brilliance and the chemistry between Ye and Cudi.… Expand
  23. sonofgallifrey
    Jul 20, 2021
    10
    Cudi and Ye have a chemistry unlike any other giving off this psychedelic feel yet still having emotional moments. Great album
  24. Cumball
    Jul 10, 2021
    10
    Kanye and kid cudi's contributions are immpeccable, just some great fusion of rock and rap on some of these songs aswell. i also love crying to reborn.

    10/10

    fav tracks: ALL

    least fav tracks: NONE
  25. jpgaming333
    Jun 20, 2021
    10
    KIDS SEE GHOSTS is one of if the not the best fusion of psychedelic rock and rap fusions of all time. Both Kanye and Cudi's discussions of mental health are incredibly powerful and act as the main motivator this album is held by. For Kanye, this record contains some of his most well-crafted production since Yeezus, and Cudi's best vocal performances since MOTM 2. One of the best albums ofKIDS SEE GHOSTS is one of if the not the best fusion of psychedelic rock and rap fusions of all time. Both Kanye and Cudi's discussions of mental health are incredibly powerful and act as the main motivator this album is held by. For Kanye, this record contains some of his most well-crafted production since Yeezus, and Cudi's best vocal performances since MOTM 2. One of the best albums of 2018, and an underrated masterpiece in the world of hip-hop.… Expand
  26. Wowisawow
    Apr 16, 2021
    9
    Absolutely amazing album. AAA. Seriously a special album. Not a lot that I don't like about this album.
  27. foxyisking
    Apr 10, 2021
    10
    really good album the main reason I am posting this is that I read some of the negative reviews and most of them are nonsensical and if you look at their profiles most of them have no criticism about the Taylor albums and are just trying to get the artist they like to the top and a one that artist doesn't at the bottom
  28. jesseperrim
    Apr 1, 2021
    10
    Exceptional mini album by mr west and cudi. I think it’s both of their finest work
  29. Hendo250
    Mar 29, 2021
    10
    this album is a 10 this album is a 10 this album is a 10 this album is a 10
  30. chickensusu
    Feb 24, 2021
    7
    low key overrated bro 7/10
    low key overrated bro 7/10
    low key overrated bro 7/10
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Universal acclaim - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
  1. The Wire
    Jul 26, 2018
    80
    There’s a beguiling modesty to tracks such as “Fire” and “4th Dimension”, while Yasiin Bey’s understated sprechgesang advising “Kids see ghosts sometimes” on the title track feels plausible, immanent, urgent. [Aug 2018, p.63]
  2. PopMatters
    Jun 20, 2018
    90
    Kids See Ghosts will be remembered as the climax and most enduring record of Ye Season, one that keeps giving with each and every replay.
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  3. Consequence
    Jun 18, 2018
    75
    The controlled chaos of the record is proof that somewhere beneath all of the public outbursts and musical misfires, Kanye West--not the old Kanye--but the actual man and his heart are still somewhere in the mix planning to raise the bar and occasionally executing to near flawless result.
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