Lemonade
by Beyoncé
  • Record Label: Parkwood
  • Release Date: Apr 23, 2016
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  1. jvictos
    May 2, 2016
    10
    muito bom, adorei todas as musicas, mas adorei especialmente as musicas 6 inch, all night, freedom, formation, ela simplesmente hitou, mitou, arrazou, pisou, lacrou com esse album
  2. maxxonair
    May 2, 2016
    10
    With Lemonade, Beyoncé continues to shows her commitment to concept albums. Not a single song on Lemonade is a "filler" nor a "single." The whole album is an emotional and empowering journey, one all the listeners could easily relate to to a certain degree. One of the best albums of the decade hands-down.
  3. MarkMonster
    May 1, 2016
    5
    This album feels more like water with few drops on lemon juice and a spoon of sugar, not really a lemonade, rather a bland, tasteless drink. The songs are all somehow unimpressive and boring, the melodies are not standing out and the lyrics are repetitive and not very poetic. Some people might call this an experimental album, well it is not, at least if you are willing to look outside theThis album feels more like water with few drops on lemon juice and a spoon of sugar, not really a lemonade, rather a bland, tasteless drink. The songs are all somehow unimpressive and boring, the melodies are not standing out and the lyrics are repetitive and not very poetic. Some people might call this an experimental album, well it is not, at least if you are willing to look outside the shell of pop music. Without the visual support the album would not recieve the positive feedback that it is getting now. I am giving it 5/10 for a real effort and actually meaningful topics, nothing else in this album is worth it....… Expand
  4. filipe5034
    May 1, 2016
    10
    Com certeza o melhor álbum do ano. Lemonade é fantástico
    Beyoncé criou um álbum com uma forte mensagem. Poucos artistas realmente falam o que pensam.
    Beyoncé se supera a cada álbum.
  5. jackdaniel
    May 1, 2016
    10
    The album takes you on a (beautiful) journey through a wife's heartbreak and forgiveness. Although there is a strong underlying message on the majority of songs - they never become preachy or hateful. A career defining album.
  6. Thewarjoe
    May 1, 2016
    10
    Best album of the decade so far, the structure, the way she sings... She's beyond human! There's no other artist right now that you could compare to her, she's incredible.
  7. rhyw
    May 1, 2016
    6
    the album isn't bad, nor is it good. it's meh. the album is very very well mixed! not all of the songs are for everyone, heck, there's even a country track on this album! this album is pretty varied, imo. it's a decent album, but not all of it is for me.

    most favourite: Sorry
    least favourite: Pray You Catch Me, All Night (I feel as if All Night is filler)
  8. beharluzha
    May 1, 2016
    10
    This Album is beyond amazing. Not only does Beyoncé talk about things that are innovative and necessary to talk about, but she makes it interesting as well. There's definitely something for EVERYBODY in this album. No matter if you're a fan or not.
  9. brufz
    May 1, 2016
    10
    Let's start with: I'm not black. Yes, II am not black but that doesn't prevent me to appreciate and be marveled by this masterpiece. This album is completely different from her previous surprise release. In that one she explores more her sexuality, femininity. In Lemonade, of course there's those characteristics because Beyoncé is all of that and more, but it's more intimate, above thoseLet's start with: I'm not black. Yes, II am not black but that doesn't prevent me to appreciate and be marveled by this masterpiece. This album is completely different from her previous surprise release. In that one she explores more her sexuality, femininity. In Lemonade, of course there's those characteristics because Beyoncé is all of that and more, but it's more intimate, above those themes. It goes on the most intimate feelings of a woman- no matter what race. Sure it gives - and most not be overshadow - an amazing empowerment to black people, specially women- but other races can appreciate it to - I sure do !
    And man.. MAN can and must also hear and feel what she sings.. because.. they feel the same !! We are all human !

    Now, you can hear it and you know you'll find an amazing work.. but when you see the visuals... this won't leave your heart.    … Expand
  10. adelehello
    Apr 30, 2016
    10
    O my god,it is really cool
    Very emotional and new material,I see that she worked very hard this 3 years and now we have a very good and exciting album
  11. mmcduffie
    Apr 30, 2016
    10
    Another amazing body of work from Beyonce. She never disappoints and manages to raise the bar with every project. Her effort and passion towards her craft is evident.
  12. leonardo1s
    Apr 30, 2016
    10
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  13. ShakeelMurtaza
    Apr 30, 2016
    10
    Beyoncé's best body of work, an album that can be listened to from start to finish, no skipping tracks needed. Such a diverse body of work, containing elements of R&B, pop, trap, country, rock, yet the album flows so perfectly. Nearly every track stands out in its own way, and the album is topped off with such an outstanding visual aspect that only further reflects and brings light to theBeyoncé's best body of work, an album that can be listened to from start to finish, no skipping tracks needed. Such a diverse body of work, containing elements of R&B, pop, trap, country, rock, yet the album flows so perfectly. Nearly every track stands out in its own way, and the album is topped off with such an outstanding visual aspect that only further reflects and brings light to the story of the album. A true masterpiece that the music industry desperately needed.… Expand
  14. metaxri
    Apr 30, 2016
    1
    Way too pretentious. It's a good album putting the gimmicks and fake tabloids aside. It does not feel genuine. She's clearly it for the SCHMONEY and it shows. The music is not that great however, which everybody forgets to talk about regarding LEMONADE as the visuals and gimmicks overshadow it, massively.
  15. ice-cold
    Apr 30, 2016
    10
    This album is art. The experimentation is successful, and the blend of black music and other genres to create a variation of said genre to let her experiment but still be queen bey is just genius.
  16. santiagoesar
    Apr 29, 2016
    10
    It's just a wonderful experience. Each song is just a part of the journey. From denial, to anger, to disappointment, to depression and forgiveness, Lemonade is raw storytelling. Pure emotion from betrayal. Beyoncé just proved she can do anything, from R&B, to Hip Hop, to Reggae, Rock, Pop, and even Country. She's definitely the Queen.
  17. SergioV
    Apr 29, 2016
    8
    78/100. Definitely a good album, but I don't see how it was able to garner a 93 metascore currently... Best songs are "Pray You Catch Me", "Sandcastles", "Freedom" and "All Night". Worst song on the album is "Sorry".
  18. aladincarter
    Apr 29, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lemonade for me is more than an album. It's an EXPERIENCE. The poetry, the music, the visuals; it's a piece of art and also 'Lemonade' has now had the highest debut sales than any other album released in 2016 so far! Queen Beyoncé has really created an unmatched standard she's truly legendary… Expand
  19. ANF4Side
    Apr 29, 2016
    8
    I wasn't caught up, trying to put pieces together with certain songs, lines and etc lol. But as someone just focusing solely on the music, I thought Lemonade was a very solid album. I enjoyed the diversity in sound and lyrics from Beyonce. The project was cohesive as a whole. I have to take a third and fourth listen, but I do know there was two-three songs I thought were "meh". Kendrick'sI wasn't caught up, trying to put pieces together with certain songs, lines and etc lol. But as someone just focusing solely on the music, I thought Lemonade was a very solid album. I enjoyed the diversity in sound and lyrics from Beyonce. The project was cohesive as a whole. I have to take a third and fourth listen, but I do know there was two-three songs I thought were "meh". Kendrick's verse on Freedom was "meh", but that song is big time regardless. But overall, the project was well done and deserve the praises it's getting.… Expand
  20. CaioEz
    Apr 29, 2016
    10
    Beyoncé voltou com um álbum incrível e totalmente diferente do que ela já lançou! Todas as músicas com um vocal e letras incríveis, com um tom pessoal e de cunho social. Com certeza ela fez um trabalho incrível em toda a produção do disco e esse é, de longe, o melhor trabalho da cantora até agora.
  21. diamonddoll
    Apr 29, 2016
    10
    This is the best album I've heard in the last decade it made me excited about music again. I honestly love every single track from 1-12, and that has never happened before. She definitely topped her self-titled album, and this is why after such a long career she's still evolving and still on top. Beyonce is what the music industry has been missing since 2013, and music since herThis is the best album I've heard in the last decade it made me excited about music again. I honestly love every single track from 1-12, and that has never happened before. She definitely topped her self-titled album, and this is why after such a long career she's still evolving and still on top. Beyonce is what the music industry has been missing since 2013, and music since her self-titled album has been relatively boring, and she doesn't disappoint with her latest effort LEMONADE. From the different genres she successfully ventured, to the raw emotion and her brave truth behind all the songs. This album is a classic, and will go down as such, she's a legend and has proved to be up there with the likes of MJ, Prince, and all the other legends. Lemonade is a TEN.… Expand
  22. Chelseaed77
    Apr 29, 2016
    10
    This album is so diverse. Each song although so different and testing different genres of music flows so flawlessly. There are dance songs which a so catchy and then there are the songs that just touch you. Beyonce uses her voice as a tool and it shows. All Night and Love Drought for example my gosh when I listen to those songs I am filled with such deep emotion and I feel every word she'sThis album is so diverse. Each song although so different and testing different genres of music flows so flawlessly. There are dance songs which a so catchy and then there are the songs that just touch you. Beyonce uses her voice as a tool and it shows. All Night and Love Drought for example my gosh when I listen to those songs I am filled with such deep emotion and I feel every word she's saying in my body. Beyonce has truly outdone herself with this album. Accompanied with the visuals it tells a true story that many women can relate to. She is so human and so raw with her emotions on this album and you can't help but be moved. Excellent body of Art Beyoncé. To see her revolutionizing the industry yet again 20 yrs into her career is a delight. She is a true talent. Unbelievable. I'm happy to experience her continue to grow as an artist and push the industry to newer heights. A true legend and Queen. Undeniable.… Expand
  23. Musiclover9
    Apr 29, 2016
    10
    Masterpiece. Beyoncé truly outdoes herself every album. Lemonade is the standard. Beyoncé showed us how really her only competition is herself. From start to finish Lemonade is an experience that I want to go through over and over again.
  24. idream_reality1
    Apr 29, 2016
    10
    From beginning to end, Beyonce takes you on a rollercoaster of emotions. One that many can feel and relate to. A message of heartbreak and redemption, its safe to say Beyonce is here to slay with the outstanding vocals and heart wrenching message. Be sure to purchase this masterpiece today!
  25. kingknowles
    Apr 29, 2016
    10
    Очень качественный и хороший альбом. Смотрите фильмом, видно что Бейонсе проделала колосальную работу, мне очень понравилось. 10/10
  26. DavieRoisman
    Apr 29, 2016
    10
    Definitely Beyoncé's best album so far. It doesn't really sound like anything she has ever done before, which probably deters many people. It is somewhat melodically minimalistic in the sense that it's not all loud and strong as some of her previous works. There is no Crazy In Love or Flawless songs in it, nor Halo or Listen-like stuff. That is probably the reason people say it's boring,Definitely Beyoncé's best album so far. It doesn't really sound like anything she has ever done before, which probably deters many people. It is somewhat melodically minimalistic in the sense that it's not all loud and strong as some of her previous works. There is no Crazy In Love or Flawless songs in it, nor Halo or Listen-like stuff. That is probably the reason people say it's boring, because it's really different and new. There isn't a feeling of "trying to hart to pull out some hit song for the radio". It's really artistic and pure to me, and the lyrics are so **** gooooood! They are really bare and raw, in a sense that it gives you all Beyoncé's feeling right in your face. There is no censorship of lyrics that describe what she feels and what the message and there are. I think the album is really beautiful and clever, and thee melodies are super witty.… Expand
  27. Criticjournales
    Apr 29, 2016
    10
    Genius album masterpiece at its finest. She has really evolved into a michael jackson heir and prince heir. I a, so proud of this album from the amazing tracks to the theme truly the best album of the decade
  28. BibiHuffPo
    Apr 29, 2016
    10
    Aamzing album. It made me cry from the beginning to end. What a masterpiece it really deserves all the praise. 10/10 really amazes me how much she has evolved
  29. MagicMusiclover
    Apr 29, 2016
    10
    By far Beyonce's best album. She covers everything from R&B, pop,reggae, rock and even country all while managing to be her most cohesive album to date. With songs covering topics such as heartbreak, rage, loss and redemption. This is Beyonce' at her most vulnerable and yet most fearless.
  30. duydobeo
    Apr 29, 2016
    10
    One of many things that I wanna do before I die is to go to the shop and buy all Beyonce's albums and her songs, see all her films, and all the thing about her. ^^
  31. popcornnsprite
    Apr 29, 2016
    8
    Very solid album. This is the first time I have listened to a Beyonce album in its entirety and I have to say I'm impressed. Particular favourites are Pray You Catch Me, Sandcastles and All Night.
  32. brayp6
    Apr 28, 2016
    10
    AOTY!!!

    She did the unthinkable and topped self titled a feat once I thought impossible. LEMONADE Is a masterpiece. she includes every genre, encompasses every sound, speaks to the struggle of women, celebrates black culture, addresses the problems in our society, and STILL IS COHESIVE!!!!! It's raw and wounded in the right places but has all the glister and shine of a BEYONCE album.    AOTY!!!

    She did the unthinkable and topped self titled a feat once I thought impossible. LEMONADE Is a masterpiece. she includes every genre, encompasses every sound, speaks to the struggle of women, celebrates black culture, addresses the problems in our society, and STILL IS COHESIVE!!!!! It's raw and wounded in the right places but has all the glister and shine of a BEYONCE album. Lemonade is true to beyonce's character and deeply personal while still being relatable and is a one in a lifetime occurrence and I'm just glad I'm here to witness it.    … Expand
  33. IvyPark
    Apr 28, 2016
    10
    This is where Art meets God; a full visual inside the spectacle that is Queen Bey!!! Beyoncé remains the #1 juggernaut in the game and it is only a matter of time before we see that the entertainment legend will surprise us all with another powerhouse!!! Love you empress BEY!!!!
  34. martiusp1
    Apr 28, 2016
    10
    This album is the triumph successor to already stellar BEYONCE. Beyonce has never been shy about experimenting with new genres but this album has something for everyone. R&B, soul, rock, country, funk. You name it, Lemonade has it. Vocally, she is at her most assured. Lyrically, this album breaks new ground and tells the story of a Black woman's journey of growth and forgiveness. AnThis album is the triumph successor to already stellar BEYONCE. Beyonce has never been shy about experimenting with new genres but this album has something for everyone. R&B, soul, rock, country, funk. You name it, Lemonade has it. Vocally, she is at her most assured. Lyrically, this album breaks new ground and tells the story of a Black woman's journey of growth and forgiveness. An instant classic.… Expand
  35. Rapunxel
    Apr 28, 2016
    9
    I'm not a fan of Beyoncé but i'm really in love with this album. Love her voice, the emotion she put on it. No doubt one of the best albums this year.
  36. Paolomanese14
    Apr 28, 2016
    10
    It's not just simply listening to an album, it's an experience; an event. Yes, the songs are not that radio friendly or the one that get stuck into your ears easily, but every song has a story, it created an impact in so many ways. Short but true. Beyoncé's best album to date. Thumbs up!
  37. leonardo2s
    Apr 28, 2016
    10
    Esse álbum é maravilhoso! Mais um resultado de todo trabalho dessa revolucionária que é a Beyoncé. Esse vai ser o melhor album do ano, merece ser o mais comentado!
  38. AnthonyM10
    Apr 28, 2016
    10
    Beyoncé sempre me impressiona! Ela consegue se superar a cada álbum, e este, definitivamente está além do significado de "arte". Todas as musicas revelam algo intimo sobre ela, o que torna o álbum ainda mais interressante e profundo.
  39. freitasigoor
    Apr 28, 2016
    10
    pisou no ANTI kkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk
  40. popitup
    Apr 28, 2016
    10
    The visual has become a standard when it comes to Beyonce. However, she raises the bar higher every time. The transcendence into using the voice, the instruments, the software solutions, the talent of other people, the vision and natural, atavistic human motives, creates a unique and powerful message. Anyone who is a human, even not knowing who Beyonce is, will certainly be emotionallyThe visual has become a standard when it comes to Beyonce. However, she raises the bar higher every time. The transcendence into using the voice, the instruments, the software solutions, the talent of other people, the vision and natural, atavistic human motives, creates a unique and powerful message. Anyone who is a human, even not knowing who Beyonce is, will certainly be emotionally affected by this masterpiece. Even if they can't describe it, the impact on everybody's inside world, emotional jungle hidden from daylight, must be quite an event to handle. In a pop-driven world, this work reminds you that you still have a soul, which is growing with or without your awareness.
    I hereby and finally declare myself that b**** in one of Beyonce's previous songs - I bow down.    … Expand
  41. Bigpapi
    Apr 28, 2016
    9
    I've always thought that Beyonce was one of the most overrated artists of all-time. I never saw what was so great about her cliche beats and lyrics, especially on her last self titled album. But, I feel like on this project, she tried to change her sound and lyrics so that there was a mixture of Country, Rap, Jazz, EDM, and any other genre you can think of. What makes it so spectacular isI've always thought that Beyonce was one of the most overrated artists of all-time. I never saw what was so great about her cliche beats and lyrics, especially on her last self titled album. But, I feel like on this project, she tried to change her sound and lyrics so that there was a mixture of Country, Rap, Jazz, EDM, and any other genre you can think of. What makes it so spectacular is that it seems she effortlessly flowed on to the beats and didn't try too hard to sound different. She just let it come to her. This is Beyonce's best work ever and she already will be nominated for album of the year by default.… Expand
  42. jojo121
    Apr 28, 2016
    10
    One of Beyonce's strongest efforts hands down. Her most diverse, musical, and emotional body of work. As an album alone without any visuals her voice alone carries you thru a story. Truly an experience worth listening and watching. Lemonade is an A+ record.
  43. mado
    Apr 28, 2016
    9
    Siguiendo la excelencia desde su ultimo trabajo homónimo, "BEYONCE" demuestra todo el talento que tiene en este álbum majestuosamente creado sin lugar a duda uno de los mejores trabajos.

    Entre los puntos mas altos del álbum yo diría que están Hold Up y Don't Hurt Yourself.
  44. jesskrtj
    Apr 28, 2016
    1
    This is an emotionally raw album -- although there are 58 songwriting credits so it might not be that personal -- that shows Bey's vast vocal range and amazing vibrato control.
    Although for all its conceptual poetry and great vocal delivery, Lemonade is just not as exciting as B'day or 4.
    Formation and Freedom are the only songs that stand out. Unlike Bey's other albums, I feel that    This is an emotionally raw album -- although there are 58 songwriting credits so it might not be that personal -- that shows Bey's vast vocal range and amazing vibrato control.
    Although for all its conceptual poetry and great vocal delivery, Lemonade is just not as exciting as B'day or 4.
    Formation and Freedom are the only songs that stand out.
    Unlike Bey's other albums, I feel that this one is undeservedly over-hype.    … Expand
  45. rapmonster
    Apr 28, 2016
    10
    In what seems her most intimate and risky album yet, 'Lemonade' prove that she keeps raising the bar. Even though she could stay at her comfort zone singing girl songs, she decided to embrace a compact project about infidelity, feminism, racism and daddy issues. Well done queen B.
  46. AndersonRocha
    Apr 28, 2016
    10
    Beyonce é uma artista completa, e esse álbum só nos mostra isso. Capacidade de fazer um ótimo álbum, com uma fotografia maravilhosa. Esse álbum visual é uma completa obra de arte.
  47. suleymanfiliz
    Apr 28, 2016
    10
    Unbowed, unbent, unbroken. The album has been built on a solid foundation.''I was served lemons, but I made lemonade ''. Beyoncé managed to surprise us. Again. As she said: '' World stop. Carry on...''
  48. Mannhorse
    Apr 28, 2016
    9
    I changed my mine. After listening to this record a second time, I realized it's actually pretty damn great. She's taking risks in both her sound and lyrics that no other pop artist is making in this generation.
  49. Jepri
    Apr 28, 2016
    10
    Amazing!!! I've never be in a hype about an album before, but it's truly an art. She gave so much stories about her past. Every food option is delicious! Order the blood orange lemonade, It's do die for! A lot of people also really like lemonade just like Lemonade by Beyonce
  50. AshestoAshes
    Apr 28, 2016
    10
    Her most sonically varied, and distinctive, work to date. It explores electric blue, country, futuristic R&B, rock and gospel. It's also her most personal and yet political, an exploration of the pain of women past, future and present through her own arc of betrayal. Stunning.
  51. jsantamariam
    Apr 27, 2016
    10
    It's just flawless! Every song hits the right tone. It's so personal yet so universal at the same time. You can feel her grief and you can place yourself in her situation, but you can also relate beautifully.
    Beyoncé has really come into her own as an artist with this album. Now she is truly unstoppable. The sky is the limit. I have no clue how she'll top this.
  52. TimW001
    Apr 27, 2016
    10
    6 inch, Daddy Lessons, Freedom, All night - Must listen songs, perfect.
    This album is incredibly good. A fantastic album form start to finish. A set of songs with a very different sound. Such great vocals and music.
  53. Lethal12345
    Apr 27, 2016
    10
    A masterpiece from beginning to end, Beyonce has done it again! This is what it is like when art and pop meet. By far the best album of the decade and possibly the best album of all time. Really excited to see how she'll top this magnificent piece of work in the future.
  54. VictorMarvintm
    Apr 27, 2016
    10
    O álbum é maravilhoso em todos os sentidos. Poesia em forma de álbum visual, mais uma vez surpreendendo o mundo e criando novos padrões para a indústria.
  55. TheReviewGuyx
    Apr 27, 2016
    10
    I'm just absolutely blown away by this. Not much else to say. Listen to it. Don't let your hatred of the artist get in the way of the art. Enjoy yourself and thank me later.

    10/10.
  56. svjacob
    Apr 27, 2016
    6
    The album has a few strong points namely: Hold Up, Love Drought, All Night, and more that really exhibit Beyonce's vocal palette and skill, complimented by vibrant bass and empathetic melodies. That best illustrate what I enjoyed with her music, along side "club bangers" like Formation.

    Her collaborations were mostly mediocre and ventured into forms of experiments that sounded dissonant    The album has a few strong points namely: Hold Up, Love Drought, All Night, and more that really exhibit Beyonce's vocal palette and skill, complimented by vibrant bass and empathetic melodies. That best illustrate what I enjoyed with her music, along side "club bangers" like Formation.

    Her collaborations were mostly mediocre and ventured into forms of experiments that sounded dissonant and lackluster. With only the Weeknd collaboration standing out on top.

    All tracks on ratings out of 5:

    1 - 2
    2 - 4
    3 - 3
    4 - 2
    5 - 4
    6 - 4
    7 - 5
    8 - 3
    9 - 1
    10 - 3
    11 - 4
    12 - 4    … Expand
  57. diegonelli
    Apr 27, 2016
    7
    Is it me or it's universal acclaimed just because it talks about black women?
    Good album anyways.
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  58. Johnatas
    Apr 27, 2016
    10
    This is what "ART" means! Power, truth, raw... LEMONADE proves that in pop music has people who think and makes the world think together. That's what the music industry needs.
    Flawless can be a good word to define this album, but you know, I prefer magnificent.
    It's Beyoncé in her best way.
  59. skc
    Apr 27, 2016
    9
    It's either a love or hate album. And for me I absolutely loved it, I hadn't heard a full Beyonce album before and was skeptical of the high ratings it received...But after listening to the album fully, multiple times, this album surpassed my expectation beyond what I thought Beyonce was capable of. The explosive fierceness of her vocals and the deep heartfelt message behind her songsIt's either a love or hate album. And for me I absolutely loved it, I hadn't heard a full Beyonce album before and was skeptical of the high ratings it received...But after listening to the album fully, multiple times, this album surpassed my expectation beyond what I thought Beyonce was capable of. The explosive fierceness of her vocals and the deep heartfelt message behind her songs really stood out for me, and for once I saw a clear vision of what Beyonce was trying to show and portray in this album. Many people giving this album 0 are very delusional and biased, listen with open ears and mind. Yes the songs in this album are not fit for pop mainstream radio but the instrumentation and vocals are pristine and polished. The country song "Daddy lessons" completely took me by surprise and showed that Beyonce can go outside her comfort zone, somehow this song worked well in this album. This is an album Beyonce should be proud of and therefore a 9/10 from me.… Expand
  60. Virality
    Apr 27, 2016
    10
    Definitely best Beyonce's album to date.
    Since Beyonce's "4", she starts her album with ballad. This time, she starts Lemonade with "Pray You Catch Me". The harmonies of her voice and the instrument is heavenly.
    Personally favourite is " Don't Hurt Yourself ", it's like the greater intense version of "Ring The Alarm". The last few lines of this song kills. And her collaboration with Jack    Definitely best Beyonce's album to date.
    Since Beyonce's "4", she starts her album with ballad. This time, she starts Lemonade with "Pray You Catch Me". The harmonies of her voice and the instrument is heavenly.
    Personally favourite is " Don't Hurt Yourself ", it's like the greater intense version of "Ring The Alarm". The last few lines of this song kills. And her collaboration with Jack White on this song has an incredible chemical reaction. This is what I don't expect from Beyonce. Therefore, this song will be my favourite on this album.    … Expand
  61. AngelXCX
    Apr 27, 2016
    10
    A real masterpiece. This is what the world needs: ART! It brings a mix of rhythms with an amazing harmony. The context of the album is absolutely wonderful!
  62. mrjurrianvriet
    Apr 27, 2016
    5
    I don't really like Lemonade, but there are 4 songs that I really love (Hold Up, Sandcastles, Freedom & All Night). The movie is really good, the album less.
  63. sbm1215
    Apr 27, 2016
    10
    This is by far Beyoncé's most sonically diverse, passionate and personal album. "Hold Up," "Formation" and "Freedom" especially are excellent, but all of the songs on Lemonade are wonderful.
  64. Watchberg
    Apr 27, 2016
    10
    I think this is not the album of the year , but the album of a life. Indeed, with this album, Beyoncé create a masterpiece worthy of the most complete. The album features 13 songs, but they are of impeccable quality. This album contains very specific cultural references, which have the merit of showing the comtemporary society in which we live. Lemonade is really an album That BringsI think this is not the album of the year , but the album of a life. Indeed, with this album, Beyoncé create a masterpiece worthy of the most complete. The album features 13 songs, but they are of impeccable quality. This album contains very specific cultural references, which have the merit of showing the comtemporary society in which we live. Lemonade is really an album That Brings freshness not only to the ear also in the music industry.… Expand
  65. QueenBritney
    Apr 27, 2016
    10
    Queen B is back Gurls she is slaying the charts she has a voice of Gold Amazing vocals everything about this album is amazing she really did it Good Job Beyonce.
  66. CHINI
    Apr 27, 2016
    10
    This is an album of perfection. Beyoncé really did a perfect job as a singer, director and producer. Maybe the navy should stop giving negative reviews, cause everyone knows that ANTI is the real **** of the year.
  67. EludiumQ36
    Apr 27, 2016
    2
    The hour-long "Lemonade" Visual Album on HBO was a dark, racially tribal study in the self-indulgence of an urban-pop queen. I don't see this is of any interest to anyone outside her family and vigilante-leaning "Bey Hive". Shawn Carter's ("Jay Z") alleged infidelity was over two yrs ago. If this is an emotional response to that then why the long delay? They're supposedly reconciled by nowThe hour-long "Lemonade" Visual Album on HBO was a dark, racially tribal study in the self-indulgence of an urban-pop queen. I don't see this is of any interest to anyone outside her family and vigilante-leaning "Bey Hive". Shawn Carter's ("Jay Z") alleged infidelity was over two yrs ago. If this is an emotional response to that then why the long delay? They're supposedly reconciled by now so what's the point of so much dark and threatening messaging? Or that's what I'd wonder if I were Shawn. But I'm not and this "Lemonade" is too bitter for my taste.… Expand
  68. pvasil82
    Apr 27, 2016
    10
    This is a **** masterpiece. Raw, authentic, sincere and emotive as hell. Did not expect this degree of bareness by Bey and her voice is so timeless she can actually transcede from one genre to another like sipping tea. Kendrick Lamar, Jack White and James Blake are the icing on the cake. Fantastic job stretching music to a new domain and era. Hope she keeps up like this.
  69. amourange
    Apr 27, 2016
    10
    It is rare to experience an album that is so good that you just want to listen to it as a whole and exactly the tracklist order. This is raw, emotional, honest and just the best. It just makes me proud to have experienced it. Great Job QUEEN
  70. rsvinicius
    Apr 27, 2016
    10
    Amazing album, very important for de world, strong and powerful for the girls, different songs, perfect lyrics, rock, country, hip-hop all together 10*
  71. Shane7
    Apr 27, 2016
    10
    I love this album. It is Beyoncé at her most vulnerable and emotive. She took social issues, in-cooperated them with culture and poetry and coined an art that will forever leave a mark in pop culture. Its great and anyone who says differently is either just biased or just don't appreciate Art.
    Thank You Beyoncé
  72. frandecurgez
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    Lemonade is an album you can't stop listening to. Beyoncé is, without any doubt, one of the greatest entertainers ever. With this album she exposes herself to the limit and shows the world how both powerful and vulnerable she can be. Every song on this record is perfect. The film is flawless and beautiful. Lemonade is an extraordinary piece of art. Beyoncé is ART.
  73. hishamjoe
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    Her best album to date! So diverse and addicting! Im amazed seeing Bey keep growing as an artist! And that film wowww ain't no one doing it like her! Rihanna is basic and its a sin to compare her with Queen Bey after this!
  74. calvinwon
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    Every time I think she have done the best she can do, she always come up with the better album. This album is at the apex of her musical career as a kind of perfectly refined story. It is full of adventures in terms of music itself and in terms of methodology of musical film.
  75. Domenick
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    Bold, beautiful, eclectic, soulful, eccentric...I never thought Beyonce would be capable of an oeuvre like this. After hearing the song "formation", I had high expectations, and I wasn't let down. The whole album digs deep and bursts at the surface with soul.
  76. BYEonce
    Apr 26, 2016
    2
    "R.I.P. to the girl you used to see
    Her days are over, baby she's over"
    These lyrics from an unknown song by an unknown singer are perfect to describe this album and Beyonce's come back. She proves with this album that she's more thirsty for money than LEMONADE putting 0 effort to make it as we could have heard and that's very sad because I actually supported her but I'm so    "R.I.P. to the girl you used to see
    Her days are over, baby she's over"
    These lyrics from an unknown song by an unknown singer are perfect to describe this album and Beyonce's come back.

    She proves with this album that she's more thirsty for money than LEMONADE putting 0 effort to make it as we could have heard and that's very sad because I actually supported her but I'm so disappointed I was waiting for way much better.

    It's way too communal and the album is only made for black people, Some people couldn't identify themselves to the lyrics etc that's sad because people could feel like they're not anymore part of Beyonce's target audience. An album by an international artist like her shouldn't be that sectarian. Once again, that's my opinion, no problem with Beyonce I love her neither with afro americans.

    There's only one song I actually like it's "Forward" because it's the shortest song on LEMONADE and because when I played the fist song of the album for the first time I was looking "Forward" to stop listening to this joke of the century.

    She's trying so hard to be a Rihanna wanna be singer, like using Rihanna's exactly same type of songs. Rihanna has a particular way to sing and specific types of songs so when I hear "Hold Up" "Sorry", "All Night' anyway... every songs on LEMONADE my thoughts are like "Rihanna could have sung that song". It's very annoying to listen an album by an artiste where every single song reminds me of an other artist. it's a lack of originality.

    To conclude, Forward is dope, but the rest is boring. 2/10 because of "Forward" and "Rihanna's type of songs"    … Expand
  77. sealecas1993
    Apr 26, 2016
    8
    a great album, with diversity and good collabs, but it's way more enjoyable as the "visual album", then you have a history and you get the real point of the album, by it self it's a good album, but it isn't the great album every body it's loving, it's just good and completely different from her previous works
  78. acre
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    I thought she wouldn't be able to top her self-titled album, but Beyoncé proved me wrong. This is an album about her transformation and identification and coming-to-terms; it's not just about infidelity. This is her most personal and experimental work to date; very well executed with incredible replay value!
  79. gusbontorim
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    Que Beyoncé nunca decepciona todos sabem, afinal ela conquista o público e a crítica com todos os seus álbuns. Porém, dessa vez ela foi além, depois do aclamado "BEYONCÉ" ela conseguiu superar e muito com "Lemonade", um álbum impecável desde de suas composições à sua produção visual. 'Lemonade' não é apenas sobre música, é muito além disso é um grito racial e artístico, onde um seletoQue Beyoncé nunca decepciona todos sabem, afinal ela conquista o público e a crítica com todos os seus álbuns. Porém, dessa vez ela foi além, depois do aclamado "BEYONCÉ" ela conseguiu superar e muito com "Lemonade", um álbum impecável desde de suas composições à sua produção visual. 'Lemonade' não é apenas sobre música, é muito além disso é um grito racial e artístico, onde um seleto grupo de artistas já se arriscaram a chegar. Muito além do pop e do r&b, Beyoncé não fez música e sim história. SLAY B!… Expand
  80. michaelsimpson
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    This album is simply incredible. This is the kind of bravery we need in music. This album is unlike any album she put out before it. She just did what Kanye West does everytime he puts out an album. Hate him as much as you'd like, but he changed the landscape of music with every release, and now, Beyonce is wisely following suit.

    A total journey, and a beautiful one at that. Dark    This album is simply incredible. This is the kind of bravery we need in music. This album is unlike any album she put out before it. She just did what Kanye West does everytime he puts out an album. Hate him as much as you'd like, but he changed the landscape of music with every release, and now, Beyonce is wisely following suit.

    A total journey, and a beautiful one at that. Dark at times, painful at times, inspiring at times, and always moving forward. Sounds a lot like life, doesn't it?    … Expand
  81. vitorthehuman
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    That strong and amazing album. Certainly impacted the world of music somehow. This album is black resistance, is the scream for help of many oppressed peoples. It's definitely the best Beyoncé album so far.
  82. DanielSalvaterr
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    Álbum perfeito, muito bem conseguido, vários estilos musicais, indiferença por um estilo comercial e mais preocupação na mensagem a passar e no real sentimento da musica, muito bom mesmo
  83. Dzdawasz
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    Her greatest album. That's all. The diversity between the different songs represents Beyonce. All Night is my favorite indeed i find that this is the perfect song to finish the album. The melody and Queen B's voice sound amazing.
  84. Allthatjazz
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    LEMONADE surpassed BEYONCE both in its musicality and in its visuals. Beyoncé has never been more raw, more vulnerable, and more diverse in her musical expression before. If the last album changed the music industry, this album cemented her place in the annals of music history. The album crosses genres, it challenges her voice, and she rises to the challenge. Beyoncé has once again provedLEMONADE surpassed BEYONCE both in its musicality and in its visuals. Beyoncé has never been more raw, more vulnerable, and more diverse in her musical expression before. If the last album changed the music industry, this album cemented her place in the annals of music history. The album crosses genres, it challenges her voice, and she rises to the challenge. Beyoncé has once again proved that she deserves all the credit thrown her way and then some. When she surprise released her last album it was followed by a string of surprise drops, it changed the day record labels release album; it will be interesting to see how LEMONADE changes the music industry.… Expand
  85. redjackb123
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    this might be the best album of 2016. Beyonce killed it as always and Lemonade could be the best album she ever made. the songs are very catchy and meaningful and include some features like Jack White, The Weeknd and King Kendrick.
  86. Trapquang
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    Lemonade by Beyoncé is not only an amazing album with beautiful production and lyrics but also a huge emotional journey that takes the listener on an epic journey. Beyoncé's new album not only took risk that were heavily rewarded, but touched upon important modern day topics such as African American Rights, Black Female power, and the proclamation of female empowerment. With hoe anthemsLemonade by Beyoncé is not only an amazing album with beautiful production and lyrics but also a huge emotional journey that takes the listener on an epic journey. Beyoncé's new album not only took risk that were heavily rewarded, but touched upon important modern day topics such as African American Rights, Black Female power, and the proclamation of female empowerment. With hoe anthems such as "6 Inch" and "Sorry" Lemonade might be one of the most influential albums of the decade. Her album boast a very high diversity of genre such as country, dance hall, rnb, and etc. which greatly helps to provide a refreshing sound every single song. However even throughout the differences within the songs, they still come together to form an emotional epic that shows how Beyoncé dealt with her emotional problems. Its raw and full of power, songs such as "Don't Hurt Yourself" containing the best vocals of the 21st century, and is a must buy.… Expand
  87. davidofgraft
    Apr 26, 2016
    0
    Honestly, I'm just not impressed. It's not cohesive at all, which is surprising considering that her last album was so solid. There are some good songs on here, but they don't outweigh the fact that she put a country song ("Daddy Lessons"), rock song ("Don't Hurt Yourself"), and a Weeknd-style song ("6 Inch") all on the first half of the album. The second half of the album is equally weak;Honestly, I'm just not impressed. It's not cohesive at all, which is surprising considering that her last album was so solid. There are some good songs on here, but they don't outweigh the fact that she put a country song ("Daddy Lessons"), rock song ("Don't Hurt Yourself"), and a Weeknd-style song ("6 Inch") all on the first half of the album. The second half of the album is equally weak; two short songs that don't sound finished ("Sandcastles" and "Forward") followed by a social justice song ("Freedom") followed by a love song ("All Night") followed by another social justice song ("Formation") confuses me. People are saying this album is "a story of a woman's journey" but where is the journey? Beyonce sounds like she couldn't pick a sound or style and stick with it for the entire album. The good songs ("Love Drought", "Sorry") don't save the album from its flaws.… Expand
  88. MadgesSon
    Apr 26, 2016
    0
    TERRIBLE!! So boring and OVERRATED! People only give it high scores because of the fake political message Beyoncé was trying to deliver. It's so fake and ugly. It has a couple of decent songs but overall it's a boring album. She also sounds like a smoker and strains on the high notes. A BIG MESS. I regret streaming this piece of nonsense.
  89. lui44
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    O álbum te leva à uma percepção diferente da música,uma mistura de ritmos e estilos que se encaixaram perfeitamente na voz da Beyoncé. Os vocais são os melhores que já escutei dela.
  90. lanadelfenty
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    ah queen is back, her best album in my opinion. this album is an absolute blessing and there's not a song I hate. album is a great Afro-American tribute and the film is amazing too. well done bey!
  91. joshuacoker
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    This is the best album I have ever heard, i can't stop listening to it. I love that this album is very artistic and diverse. I can tell she really put a lot of effort and hard work to produce this masterpiece.
  92. suite
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    This is easily Beyoncé’s best album yet, a clear progression from her previous work and a musical triumph. Lemonade is by far Beyoncé’s strongest album!
  93. Pedro
    Apr 26, 2016
    8
    Beyoncé has traded successful singles (and their parent, often unfocused albums - see the double-disc, double-personality I Am... Sasha Fierce) for monumental LPs, and the rewards are aplenty. Her intentions of reaffirming the album as a valid medium of art for the younger generation were clear when her epic self-titled opus was released; now, they are assured, through Lemonade, a set thatBeyoncé has traded successful singles (and their parent, often unfocused albums - see the double-disc, double-personality I Am... Sasha Fierce) for monumental LPs, and the rewards are aplenty. Her intentions of reaffirming the album as a valid medium of art for the younger generation were clear when her epic self-titled opus was released; now, they are assured, through Lemonade, a set that centres equivalently on candid themes and excellent music. "Sorry" and "Sandcastles" are the weakest links in an album that is otherwise overfloating with expertise.… Expand
  94. Yannglas
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    Simply put: It is not just an another record from an other major singer of today. This is an entire journey from the first to the last second. I have never had so many different feelings while listening to music. Beyoncé, Congratulations, you deserve the praise for one of the best work of art ever.
  95. esllyc
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    Best álbum of beyoncé. thats all.......................................................................................................................................................
  96. wings_madetofly
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    It's perfect! Love how Queen Bey came back to show what we;ve missed for 3 years! From cheating, affairs, marriages, and 'Becky with the good hair'. To where she shows her proud black heritage and that #BlackLivesMatter, she shows what's been going through her life through a perfect visual album! This HAS TO BE HER BEST ALBUM YET! Buy it! You will NOT be disappointed!
  97. BeautifulTwist
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    Lemonade may not be her best but it is certainly her most personal. I personally prefer her previous record (Beyonce) but only by a very small amount. This record is so personal, so raw, that it's simply amazing that she was able to express herself this way. The film just adds to the experience, and while some say that it is about black lives matter, it's more personal than that. It'sLemonade may not be her best but it is certainly her most personal. I personally prefer her previous record (Beyonce) but only by a very small amount. This record is so personal, so raw, that it's simply amazing that she was able to express herself this way. The film just adds to the experience, and while some say that it is about black lives matter, it's more personal than that. It's about marriage, love, and the hardships that come with that. However, there are a few moments that are dedicated to black lives matter, mostly in Formation.… Expand
  98. Digoois
    Apr 26, 2016
    0
    The melody is really really great, explored the new, but lyric;
    It took advantage of a delicate term to sell albums.
    I love QueenB, but this álbum no.
  99. asjchy1
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    Album Quick Review

    Album - Lemonade Artist - Beyoncé Featuring - The Weeknd, Kendrick Lamar, Jack White and James Black Before I start, can I just say that the way Beyoncé drops her album, even a free fall seems planned. Well, after her self titled album that released back in 2014, people expected only brilliance from Beyoncé. So here she is with Lemonade. The LP according to TIDAL    Album Quick Review

    Album - Lemonade
    Artist - Beyoncé
    Featuring - The Weeknd, Kendrick Lamar, Jack White and James Black

    Before I start, can I just say that the way Beyoncé drops her album, even a free fall seems planned. Well, after her self titled album that released back in 2014, people expected only brilliance from Beyoncé. So here she is with Lemonade. The LP according to TIDAL statement released with it is a ‘conceptual project based on every woman’s journey of self-knowledge and healing’. And boy do I agree. Each and every song is lyrically brilliant, adding to it some amazing music and the sexy, powerful vocals of Queen B.

    This is not an usual Beyoncé album; it is so much more than that. The album entirely consists of Piano Ballads that will give you goosebumps. This is no pop music, no 7/11. This is something far more personal and far more real. The album will take you through a journey, not in a specific order but an amazing one anyway. From infidelity to black lives to self importance, this album touches so many topics and does justice to them.

    I won't go into details about each song. That will make it a very boring and a very long review because I can go on and on and on about how brilliant each and every song is. However, I will give you my top picks. My top 6 out of the 12 songs are -

    Pray You Catch Me, 6 Inch, Daddy Lessons, Sandcastle, Freedom and Formation.

    The other six are amazing too. I won't rate this album because it's beyond that.
    Enjoy!!!    … Expand
  100. RhiRhiNavy
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    I came to leave a bad review to knock the score down but i just watched the video and WHEW **** it. my edges are looking like Azealia's right now. **** us all up Queen!

    Also How do I change my username on here???
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Universal acclaim - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 33 out of 33
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  3. Negative: 0 out of 33
  1. Q Magazine
    May 31, 2016
    80
    Lemonade hits hard. Beyonce has chosen to portray herself like this, and those choices are bold, powerful and at times, properly shocking. [#361, p.110]
  2. Uncut
    May 24, 2016
    90
    Never short on vocal confidence, here, she trades divadom for arresting, unconventional shapes. [Jul 2016, p.69]
  3. Austin Chronicle
    May 12, 2016
    89
    By effortlessly topping her own best work. Lemonade now sets a new standard for cross-genre collaboration.
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