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
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  1. 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.
  2. 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
  3. Mannyalby
    Aug 12, 2021
    10
    This is the best Nas since It was Written. Production on this album is Magnificent
  4. tinoMHSH
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    Great album! Rapping is superb. Production on point. Superb new entry to the legend's catalogue.
  5. 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.
  6. nowisthetime
    Aug 12, 2021
    10
    This is a great follow to last year's brilliant king's disease, nas should get another grammy for this one, the songs are brilliant, the writing is crisp and the production is truly steller, every single song was so great and wonderful, this is a wonderful follow up and great album, one of the year's best albums.
  7. goldman480
    Aug 9, 2021
    10
    I thought it may be too soon for another Nas album but damn this was needed! Solid back to front great mixture of styles and great beats from Hitboy
  8. Cswright410
    Aug 8, 2021
    10
    "They thought I'll make another Illmatic. But it's always forward I moving never backward stupid here's another classic" #KingsDisease2
  9. kiFcritics
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    Masterpiece, in my personal opnion his best album since illmatic, The Goat.
  10. 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.
  11. Innerg74
    Aug 9, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The King Reigns!!! This album is flawless. I keep debating myself on which songs are my favorites. It's the whole album, really.… Expand
  12. mrbruh
    Aug 8, 2021
    10
    ayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy
  13. wgmets
    Aug 6, 2021
    10
    Hit Boy delivers more stellar production and Nas’s pen remains sharp. Standout tracks: Death Row East, Store Run, Rare, Moments, Composure & Nas is Good.
  14. fuhgeddaboud
    Aug 12, 2021
    10
    Great album. Superb lyrics ,good production. His music is Aging gracefully, Not the mumbling **** like most Rap/hiphop is today. His music Should be celebrated property. This guy is from the golden age of hip-hop and still raps better than 99% of all the rappers.
  15. echebch24
    Aug 13, 2021
    10
    28 summers of greatness. This album makes King's Disease 1 feel far inferior... Salute to the GOAT
  16. Min3x
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    Dope
  17. Momanp2001
    Aug 9, 2021
    10
    What a great album and right on time. From start to finish, Nas and HitBoy don’t miss
  18. sofunkyfresh
    Aug 6, 2021
    10
    Album of the year. Great production. Great writing. Great feature selection. If you have been along with Nas for the ride you will love this album.
  19. Gods_Son
    Aug 6, 2021
    10
    Ridiculously good album.

    Stellar production & top level rhymes all around. Nas really turned back the time with this one,
  20. Kidkop
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    Even better than its predecessor. Nas shines on different types of beats, keeping his pen game sharp and relatable. He continues to define what a true MC should be, never pandering to the public but staying true to himself.
  21. 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!!!!
  22. JnsHlvrsn
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    Nas with amazing lyricism as always. Quality beats from Hit-Boy and production is top notch. The whole album is well constructed and the features is quality as well. The project give u that nostalgic Nas feelin. 10/10
  23. DiamondsOva
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. With this release Nas has position himself as the GOAT. No otherhip hop artist has released and album this great this far in their career.… Expand
  24. MaximumFRESH
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    AMAZING ALBUM!!!! Nas has found his groove with Hit Boy on his best project in a generation. Front to back there are 0 skippable songs. Borderline instant classic.
  25. Nako88
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    Nas and Hitboy blessed us again album another classic with the best features hip hop needed this Miss Hill and Em Salute to Legends
  26. Nastynas
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    This album is absolutely fire it is a perfect sequel to the first one must listen for this year
  27. Pacifico
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    This album is perfect to me. I liked the first album a lot and I like this one even better! Musically, vocally, story telling, flows, everything is on point. And of course let's not forget the incredible Hit-boy production. The chemistry between them is next level. I like the soul/jazzy hip hop vibes with a modern taste. Nas managed to sound innovative and up-dated without losing his ownThis album is perfect to me. I liked the first album a lot and I like this one even better! Musically, vocally, story telling, flows, everything is on point. And of course let's not forget the incredible Hit-boy production. The chemistry between them is next level. I like the soul/jazzy hip hop vibes with a modern taste. Nas managed to sound innovative and up-dated without losing his own sound.

    There is a good balance of nostalgia and new sound. He has a good mixture of features with the likes of EPMD, Lauryn Hill, and blends perfect with the newer generation A Boogie wit da Hoodie & YG.

    This is really a masterpiece by Nas and to me it will go down as one of his best records.    … Expand
  28. Lchino
    Aug 10, 2021
    10
    Another classic. Nas is the greatest rapper ever and the catilgoue ls the proof. Jayz is second but Nas #1. Amazing album
  29. Givenchyx
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    Definitely a Masterpiece, Nas keeps showing us why he’s The True GOAT
  30. Pford90
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    Incredible Album!!!! NaS remains the King of his craft!! Production is amazing along with the lyrical creativeness. King Disease II is an instant CLASSIC.
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Universal acclaim - based on 10 Critic Reviews

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  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.
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  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.
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  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.
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