Lemonade
by Beyoncé
  • Record Label: Parkwood
  • Release Date: Apr 23, 2016
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8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 3877 Ratings

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  1. Yossie
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    This album redefines art in its truest and purest form. Hardly do we hear such rawness and such honesty. I am glad Beyonce did this and showed the world the real struggles we all face in every area of our lives. I am proud of her growth!
  2. JuanMarinKuin
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lemonade es el mejor album de 2016, bajo mi punto de vista, Queen B, Se a esforzado para hacer el mejor de sus albums, anti ju?, 25 ju? lady ju? pienso que lo unico que depronto podra quitarle el puesto es LG5, de lady kuin, bueno katy ju?? nada que decir el mejor album de 2016 hasta ahora :* besos en el shile… Expand
  3. lindoncemars
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    BEYONCÉ. Esse sem duvidas, é um nome que vamos lembrar por décadas ainda. Sempre focada na carreira, a cantora mais uma vez impressiona com inovação, qualidade e determinação. Quem olha a Beyoncé de 2008 'I Am Sasha Fierce', jamais imaginaria que estaria no nivel artistico que esta hoje, e esse novo album provou ainda mais que ela não veio para brincar. LEMONADE é um dos melhores albunsBEYONCÉ. Esse sem duvidas, é um nome que vamos lembrar por décadas ainda. Sempre focada na carreira, a cantora mais uma vez impressiona com inovação, qualidade e determinação. Quem olha a Beyoncé de 2008 'I Am Sasha Fierce', jamais imaginaria que estaria no nivel artistico que esta hoje, e esse novo album provou ainda mais que ela não veio para brincar. LEMONADE é um dos melhores albuns dessa década, os vocais, as harmonias, os instrumentais, letras, tudo se encaixa perfeitamente. O album tem toda uma história que vai sendo desvendada ao decorrer do album, e isso é o que mais te instiga e escutar ele do começo ao fim. O titulo de mulher mais impactante da década pela revista 'Billboard', nunca fez tanto sentido.… Expand
  4. kpruna
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    True masterpiece. It's a sneak peak into a person that stays from the media. She truly outdid her self here. The film truly adds a flawless dimension. In a time where the radio and sales control music. This is her saying she doesn't care and she does it beautifully.
  5. zeus07
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    When life gives Beyonce lemons she ensures to make the BEST EFFING 'LEMONADE' out of it!!!
    This album is about, the frustrations of living in a glass house, the lyrical eruption of suppressed anger, the strength of granting an absolution and moreover, realizing your own strength and roots and making it a point to celebrate it. 'LEMONADE' proves why Bey is the best in the game right now,    When life gives Beyonce lemons she ensures to make the BEST EFFING 'LEMONADE' out of it!!!
    This album is about, the frustrations of living in a glass house, the lyrical eruption of suppressed anger, the strength of granting an absolution and moreover, realizing your own strength and roots and making it a point to celebrate it. 'LEMONADE' proves why Bey is the best in the game right now, competing with herself and herself only and not shying away from breaking the prototypes.
    Lastly, immense LOVE and RESPECT to this formidable woman... LONG LIVE THE QUEEN!!!    … Expand
  6. LuizFelipe
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    Bem, em primeiro lugar #LEMONADE, e em segundo, gente... que álbum maravilhoso é esse?? superou muuito o BEYONCÉ. Eu não esperava menos da Rainha, sempre surpreendendo os fãs e até os haters rsrsrsrs.... não foi dessa vez que os haters vão esticar a língua pra falar mal dela, só resta aceitarem... e haviam boatos que ela não inovava, só vivia da mesmice hahaah... enfim, sobre o álbum: umBem, em primeiro lugar #LEMONADE, e em segundo, gente... que álbum maravilhoso é esse?? superou muuito o BEYONCÉ. Eu não esperava menos da Rainha, sempre surpreendendo os fãs e até os haters rsrsrsrs.... não foi dessa vez que os haters vão esticar a língua pra falar mal dela, só resta aceitarem... e haviam boatos que ela não inovava, só vivia da mesmice hahaah... enfim, sobre o álbum: um produção maravilhosa, as letras são incríveis e o modo de lançamento com um filme foi inédito, parabéns Beyoncé mais uma vez, por seu melhor trabalho na indústria… Expand
  7. jorgeropero
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    Amazing album! I can't express the love I have for this album it is truly a masterpiece. It deserves to have 90+ here on Metacritic. Every track is either a 10/10 or a 9/10.
  8. pedroviera17
    Jul 28, 2016
    10
    Absolutely! Beyoncé's work gets better and better through the years. The mix of music genres is amazing! Undoubtedly, her best album so far!!! 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!
  9. ram9775
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    How she manages to outdo herself every time is befuddling to me. I absolutely adore this woman and I am so glad I got to experience the album live on Saturday because I'm calling it from now, this is a moment in music history that will be talked about for years. Beyonce is changing the medium and changing the game and doing it so vulnerably. With the last two albums, specifically Lemonade,How she manages to outdo herself every time is befuddling to me. I absolutely adore this woman and I am so glad I got to experience the album live on Saturday because I'm calling it from now, this is a moment in music history that will be talked about for years. Beyonce is changing the medium and changing the game and doing it so vulnerably. With the last two albums, specifically Lemonade, she has solidified herself as an ARTIST and not just a pop star (granted the pop star of our generation).… Expand
  10. Deivide
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    " Lemonade " is more than a simple album of Beyonce is the fight for causes that need to be wide open and shown in many ways , and when artists with the global reach of Beyoncé do it , and offer to carry through his art , they deserve to be praised and ears
  11. 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.
  12. 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
  13. Pri_pritty
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    The best album of Queen B !!
    Revolutionary!!
    who say that there is lying, because all that the queen Beyoncé does is wonderful and this album is no different, on the other hand is one of the best !!
  14. 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!
  15. lilvina
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    Her best album since 4. It has many different genres and dealt with many issues that many people, men and women, face. I hope she continues to grow as an artist because I am loving what she is offering.
  16. ChristineMatic
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    I've never been a huge Beyonce fan, and I still trying to understand the majority of the album, but the Lemonade film that was on HBO was absolutely lovely and it's something that deserves the title of "MASTERPIECE". A few mixes of different genres here and there, but it's definitely an album - not a bunch of catchy songs smashed together into one album. Every song compliments one another.I've never been a huge Beyonce fan, and I still trying to understand the majority of the album, but the Lemonade film that was on HBO was absolutely lovely and it's something that deserves the title of "MASTERPIECE". A few mixes of different genres here and there, but it's definitely an album - not a bunch of catchy songs smashed together into one album. Every song compliments one another. My favourite song on the album has to be "Don't Hurt Yourself" and the song "Sorry" is very fun to listen to, more fun to watch though. Absolutely loved the Serena dancing.… Expand
  17. 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
  18. KTX05
    Apr 25, 2016
    8
    Lemonade is a beautifully detailed account of infidelity within a marriage and the strength and self-respect it takes to come out on the other side happy. Beyoncé is in top form all throughout the album (playing effectively with her voice, writing beautiful lyrical turns, and cleverly sampling numerous songs) and ends up creating a truly powerful piece.

    Beyoncé has grown leaps and    Lemonade is a beautifully detailed account of infidelity within a marriage and the strength and self-respect it takes to come out on the other side happy. Beyoncé is in top form all throughout the album (playing effectively with her voice, writing beautiful lyrical turns, and cleverly sampling numerous songs) and ends up creating a truly powerful piece.

    Beyoncé has grown leaps and bounds even from her self-titled opus in 2013, and has created not just an album, but a bonafide pop culture event that is more than worth a listen.    … Expand
  19. 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.
  20. JadenCarter
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Beyonce with this album showed that althugh could leave the same as had been doing for the last 4 albums, she could make a great album showing support for the black community united states.
    JayZ not deserve to have a woman like beyonce with, beyonce is one of the great artists who were to become a great modern music legend even better than madonna
    Anyway, Beyonce is art at its best    Beyonce with this album showed that althugh could leave the same as had been doing for the last 4 albums, she could make a great album showing support for the black community united states.
    JayZ not deserve to have a woman like beyonce with, beyonce is one of the great artists who were to become a great modern music legend even better than madonna
    Anyway, Beyonce is art at its best "FREEDOM" is one of the best songs along with the great rapper Kendrick Lamar    … Expand
  21. 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!
  22. beyhair
    May 7, 2016
    10
    This album is a masterpiece from the beggining to the ed. Beyoncé made her best album so far and that's why I'm proud to be a member of Beyhive. She continues to get better and better. This CD is so full of soul, the lyrics, the songs, the beat, the vocals, everything is great. LEMONADE worth the wait and I know is very soon to say this but I can't wait to have my wig snatched again with B7
  23. PETTYLESSONS
    Jun 16, 2016
    10
    Incredible album. Replayed it at least 50 times but it still doesn't get old! Amazing how even till now, 2 months after lemonade dropped I still couldn't name myself a favourite song off the album. I couldn't even pick a top5! Truly a masterpiece with a powerful message, it totally deserves to be the most critically acclaimed album of 2016!!! Now I'm starting to worry how her next albumIncredible album. Replayed it at least 50 times but it still doesn't get old! Amazing how even till now, 2 months after lemonade dropped I still couldn't name myself a favourite song off the album. I couldn't even pick a top5! Truly a masterpiece with a powerful message, it totally deserves to be the most critically acclaimed album of 2016!!! Now I'm starting to worry how her next album will top this....… Expand
  24. lUcOzAdExx
    Jun 23, 2016
    10
    One of the best albums in the year so far!! It's an incredible mix of genres, a travel across beyoncé's mind. The lyrics, production, and vocals are really amazing, The flawless film can explain you all the story behind bey's lemonade. Simply OUTSTANDING!
  25. carollyne
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Beyoncé com certeza é a melhor artista de todos os tempos e Lemonade é a prova disso. Revolucionando o mundo da música e levantando questões sociais importantes para todos nós. Ela é a melhor no que faz, com certeza esse álbum merece muito reconhecimento… Expand
  26. Yoyoyoyoyoy
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    This is by far and without doubt Beyonce's best album to date, and probably ever to be honest (let's hope not). The visual is astonishingly beautiful, the songs fit perfectly together to tell the tale of finding oneself after troubled times, in this case after betrayal. Many genres are incorporated in the album, which is something quite difficult to do without making a mess: hereThis is by far and without doubt Beyonce's best album to date, and probably ever to be honest (let's hope not). The visual is astonishingly beautiful, the songs fit perfectly together to tell the tale of finding oneself after troubled times, in this case after betrayal. Many genres are incorporated in the album, which is something quite difficult to do without making a mess: here everything flows perfectly, modern/futuristic pop, rock, country, soul and others prove Beyonce's abilities and make her one of our generation's most important pop star; a true artist.… Expand
  27. jtwalden
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    It takes a lot for an artist who can match all the hype of an album the way Beyonce does. Her artistry and music seem to age and mature just as well as she does, and Lemonade is nothing short of a masterpiece. Following "Self-Titled" and "4," Beyonce takes her biggest jump with her music, and she lands so well. I've already listened to this album through several times, and cannot wait toIt takes a lot for an artist who can match all the hype of an album the way Beyonce does. Her artistry and music seem to age and mature just as well as she does, and Lemonade is nothing short of a masterpiece. Following "Self-Titled" and "4," Beyonce takes her biggest jump with her music, and she lands so well. I've already listened to this album through several times, and cannot wait to listen to it a year from now as it now joins the classic albums of our generation. Bravo! This is when pop culture and a genius meets. Beyonce does not try to take over pop music, Beyonce doesn't need raving singles, but can focus on making beautiful and cohesive pieces of music. 10!… Expand
  28. balaclava27
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    LEMONADE is beyoncé's best album by a long shot. Visuals and songs both reaching greatness level.I loved ho she gravitates through different genres on this album: rock, blues, reggae, trap, r&b, country, folk. Lemonade is a masterpiece!
  29. onlygui
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    This album is absolutely FANTASTIC OMGOD im shaking, this is the best thing in the world. SKSKKSKSKSKSKSKSKSKSKSKSKSKSKSKSKSKSKKSKSKSKSKSKSKSKSKSKSKSKSKSKSK
  30. KingAdrian
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    Great lyrics, vocals and sound. It's her best album to date and the visual is just a work of art wich combines perfectly as she well said "the past and future". It's about life and all the things that happen when you live and love.
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#9 Most Shared Album of 2016

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Universal acclaim - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 33 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 33
  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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