King's Disease II
by Nas
User Score
8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 255 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 227 out of 255
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 255
  3. Negative: 21 out of 255
Buy Now
Buy on

Review this album

  1. Your Score
    0 out of 10
    Rate this:
    • 10
    • 9
    • 8
    • 7
    • 6
    • 5
    • 4
    • 3
    • 2
    • 1
    • 0
    • 0
  1. Submit
  2. Check Spelling
view
per page
  1. ChiIIaoi
    Jul 19, 2023
    8
    Review só pra lembrar a nota que eu dei pro album:
    album mt bom, agora só escrever pra passar dos 75 caracteres.
  2. Callumkerr
    Aug 25, 2022
    10
    Amazing, the first 4 tracks alone would make this a 10, but the way Nas and the beats (compliments of hitboy) tell a story of past pain and moving past it. It is truly an experience
  3. Gorilla124
    Jun 10, 2022
    9
    Album is cohesive from start to finish with immaculate beat selection and the old man is rapping like he’s 28 not 48. AOTY for 2021 easily
  4. stillyazid
    Sep 23, 2021
    10
    Nas almost 50 years old coming back this year harder , stronger and more focused, hit boy's production on point everything about this album is perfect King's disease 2 AOTY!!!!
  5. Fuerstenberg
    Feb 10, 2022
    7
    Nas' fourteenth studio album "King's Disease II" is a pleasant surprise, where one of New York's greatest demonstrates that he is still capable of taking his art to new places. Nas sounds sharp and confident while remaining at the cutting edge of hip hop.

    Unfortunately, the album is not really unique sonically or artistically and struggles to stand out from the rest of the genre. But    Nas' fourteenth studio album "King's Disease II" is a pleasant surprise, where one of New York's greatest demonstrates that he is still capable of taking his art to new places. Nas sounds sharp and confident while remaining at the cutting edge of hip hop.

    Unfortunately, the album is not really unique sonically or artistically and struggles to stand out from the rest of the genre. But Hit-Boy's refreshing production with clean drums and neat beat changes alongside well-elaborated features make "King's Disease II" a solid, above-average hip hop record.

    My favorites:
    "Rare"
    "EPMD 2"
    "Nobody"
    "YKTV"

    ~ Fürstenberg
    February 10, 2022    … Expand
  6. Ricks1da
    Jan 4, 2022
    10
    Prob one of the best rap albums for the last 25 years. And try not to be fool with the metacritic review as a company like pitchfork media is biased to award this album a lowball 61% when it’s undeniable rewarding it’s music based on a single critics agendas. The overwhelming critical analysis of the music on the album makes it a modern day classic to the point people question Jay Z’sProb one of the best rap albums for the last 25 years. And try not to be fool with the metacritic review as a company like pitchfork media is biased to award this album a lowball 61% when it’s undeniable rewarding it’s music based on a single critics agendas. The overwhelming critical analysis of the music on the album makes it a modern day classic to the point people question Jay Z’s music on comparison… something pitchfork media’s is being paid to downplay in some manner.… Expand
  7. Ryanmo55
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    Nas has returned to share the throne with Jay
    Esco hov & black thought just keep getting better with age, album is great my kid in high school likes it and never really been a Nas fan.
  8. YEEZYFLESHLIGHT
    Oct 13, 2021
    10
    want to give this a 9 because he featured washed eminem but it might pass SIMBI if i give it 10 so i will
  9. zakier
    Sep 25, 2021
    8
    What can I say about this album that hasn’t been said? Production: great, lyrics: amazing, flows: smooth, concepts: interesting. Although I will say, some songs aren’t amazing (like Brunch on Sundays). And I know this’ll sound petty, but Eminem’s verse on EPMD 2 was…. bad.
  10. jacksfrozen
    Sep 8, 2021
    7
    I just wish he would have waited longer to release this. I wasn't totally in the mood for a sequel already but it is a great album.
  11. Codeling
    Sep 8, 2021
    8
    It's a great album. All songs are good.
    Best songs: Death Row East, Nobody
    Worst songs: -
  12. brun000
    Sep 6, 2021
    10
    I didnt believe Nas at this point could deliver a piece like this.

    Im glad i was wrong
  13. SparkZ1920
    Sep 6, 2021
    10
    A banger from beginning to end, skipping no songs while getting the medicine and the candy. Hitboy really came through with this album snd is an awesome producer who helps to bring out Nas greatness
  14. F0rgott3n
    Sep 5, 2021
    8
    Instantly a classic. This album just goes to show that he still got it. Dope like the old days.
  15. Kb3
    Sep 4, 2021
    10
    ❤️❤️❤️ King’s Disease 2 gives me life!!
    Every song is my jam. The vibe is sexy, nostalgic, and fresh. I listen to this masterpiece everyday while diving to work, driving back home, and when chilling at home. Nasir, thank you for sharing your gifts with the world.
  16. MuddyTuba
    Sep 3, 2021
    9
    I thought the first King's Disease was good and when I saw a Vol.2, I assumed it would be b-sides or an afterthought. Much to my chagrin, this albums slaps. King's Disease on steriods.
  17. Sergio2008
    Sep 2, 2021
    10
    Post-Life is Good, it’s the album we been waiting to hear from Nas. Nostalgic and fresh. The record isn’t overly complicated with an overtop production or a rapper trying to stay in a foot race with the times. It’s Nas just using the formula that made Illmatic a revered record: smooth production that nicely compliments the emcee’s lyrical prowess. This is the key to any rap record,Post-Life is Good, it’s the album we been waiting to hear from Nas. Nostalgic and fresh. The record isn’t overly complicated with an overtop production or a rapper trying to stay in a foot race with the times. It’s Nas just using the formula that made Illmatic a revered record: smooth production that nicely compliments the emcee’s lyrical prowess. This is the key to any rap record, especially from artists like Nasty who can hold up their end of the bargain, lyrically speaking. Not perfect, not Illmatic, but still a masterclass.… Expand
  18. lunden420
    Sep 2, 2021
    10
    Classic album with no skips from the production to the features nas shows us that he still has it and is able to make music with a message that you can bump in your car! Even better than the first kings disease
  19. Jamessss
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nas best project since life is Good beautiful chemistry between him and Hit-boy… Expand
  20. ringkichie
    Aug 31, 2021
    8
    Although I did like the trap-ish sound Nas brought to the table with the first King's Disease, he didn't look as inspired as he is on the second album. 25+ years in the game and Nas doesn't seem to miss.
  21. Nnaemeka
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. King's disease 2 is a masterpiece. An album that got me playing tracks from beginning to end once again which I haven't done in the past 10 years. Give Nas his crown please.… Expand
  22. DetroitMayhem95
    Aug 9, 2021
    9
    No Skips needed , Smooth Classic , And On point with what’s going on today along with dope versatility this is one of my favorites fasho .
  23. AlmightyBigC
    Aug 19, 2021
    10
    This might be Nas best conceptual and we'll complete album in his music career. Him and hitboy energy and chemistry were very in tune with each other.
  24. Jacksjus
    Aug 19, 2021
    10
    This is hands down Nas' best album since The Lost Tapes. It goes Illmatic>The Lost Tapes>KD2. You can tell by listening that he really enjoyed making this album and he even experimented with his flow on a few tracks. The beats are also good from start to finish. Oh and almost forgot Ms. Hill rhyming was quite a surprise.
  25. MikeVaughn
    Aug 17, 2021
    10
    Classic album from Nas! 28 summers in the game and still dropping classic music
  26. ARockka
    Aug 16, 2021
    9
    First Listen. 2 skips. Maybe. 2nd -20th listen, no skips. It’s a minor classic.
  27. Sonnyperla
    Aug 14, 2021
    9
    Pitchfork should fire whoever wrote that biased review or take it down and hire someone who actually listened to the album more than once. This is a top 5 Nas album and probably best album by any rapper over the age of 40 ever! For me two skippable tracks, No phony love and brunch on Sunday, which both aren’t bad, just not up to par with rest of this album. Hitboy’s production is stellarPitchfork should fire whoever wrote that biased review or take it down and hire someone who actually listened to the album more than once. This is a top 5 Nas album and probably best album by any rapper over the age of 40 ever! For me two skippable tracks, No phony love and brunch on Sunday, which both aren’t bad, just not up to par with rest of this album. Hitboy’s production is stellar as he really has put Nas in this comfortable pocket where he is spitting bars more confidently than he has in a long time. Standout tracks: death row East, rare, store run, nobody (that Lauren hill verse wow), count me in, composure, my bible. Great album!… Expand
  28. echebch24
    Aug 13, 2021
    10
    28 summers of greatness. This album makes King's Disease 1 feel far inferior... Salute to the GOAT
  29. Prettymermaid
    Aug 9, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An absolute masterpiece! I can’t stop listening to this album, I don't have one favorite because they're all my favorites. The mastery is effortless, the vivid storylines are woven into this beautiful picture and once you close your eyes, jumps to life. Nas is the Goat!… Expand
  30. thegetaway
    Aug 12, 2021
    10
    Possibly Nas' best work since It Was Written. An album that is as much of a time capsule of the classic era of hip hop, as it is a modern update to his sound.
prev
Page:

Awards & Rankings

33
#33 Best Album of 2021
24
#24 Most Discussed Album of 2021

Critic Reviews

All reviews »
Metascore
86

Universal acclaim - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. AllMusic
    Sep 13, 2021
    80
    Nas sounds sharp and inspired throughout, giving performances that recall the uncanny brilliance that made his earliest work essential, but also showing he's still capable of taking his art to new places.
    Read full review
  2. Beats Per Minute
    Aug 19, 2021
    71
    Intriguingly, in a game where we’re consistently told that remaining hungry is a necessity, the most enjoyable moments of King’s Disease II come when Nas is simply stating his satisfaction.
    Read full review
  3. Pitchfork
    Aug 11, 2021
    61
    Nas’ kingship goes down easy over Hit-Boy’s clean drums and neat arrangements, which indulge Nas’ nostalgia without kowtowing to it. ... When Nas’ rhymes aren’t clumsy, his storytelling is.
    Read full review
See all critic reviews »