Summary:The first studio release for the rapper/actor since 2010 features guest appearances from Jason Aldean, Big K.R.I.T., CeeLo Green, John Legend, Miguel, Monica, Rick Ross, and Usher.
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Record Label:Def Jam
Genre(s): Rap, Southern Rap, Hardcore Rap, Dirty South
While Ludacris’ name may miss several Best Rapper Alive lists, he never fails to deliver on each album. If Ludaversal is a reminder that he hasn’t fallen off lyrically, the game should pay attention.
There's a thin line between owning up to the voracious hunger needed to reach a new level of fulfillment and being trapped by the desperation to regain a title that is no longer his. Ludaversal finds itself somewhere in between.
His seemingly unshakeable integrity and forthright spirit in music making shrouds Ludaversal in serious tones, marking a stark departure from the Georgia emcee’s status quo, making this one a novel and welcome addition to his catalog.
The problem Ludacris faces is that both sides of him are great to listen to but it inevitably restricts him from making the cohesive magnum opus his career deserves.
Despite production from current-day heavy hitters like Da Internz and Mike WiLL Made It, he still comes off like a relic from the past, the class clown who never quite grew up.
This is definitely Luda's best and most consistent album, from beginning to end. The flows are on point every song, he is technicallyThis is definitely Luda's best and most consistent album, from beginning to end. The flows are on point every song, he is technically proficient on every verse, regardless of the content, he sounds great. Speaking of the content, this album has some of Luda's most serious topics, he has ever spoken about, a very welcome change for the veteran rapper. Here he raps about, his issues with the industry, confronts the death of his father, his media portrayal and how it affects his personal relationships, etc. How this album only has a score of 63 I will never understand, these critics need to get off their high horses, cause some of the review I read seem like they didn't even listen to the album. I hope Luda continues to drop projects with same type of energy and subject matter, because its simply a pleasure to listen to.…Expand
Most music publications are letting the lack of buzz for this album overshadow the fact that Ludacris just dropped his most CONSISTENT albumMost music publications are letting the lack of buzz for this album overshadow the fact that Ludacris just dropped his most CONSISTENT album since CHICKEN N BEER. This album is better than TRLD, RL, TOTM and BOTS (his worst album).
His production, flow range, subject matter and overall execution is CONSISTENT from beginning to end. The only thing missing from this album are hit singles (which you don't always need to make a quality LP).
This album is an easy 4 out of 5, or in Metacritic's case, should be damn near a 70.…Expand
A completely critically underrated album. Ludacris is rapping like he means it, and this album shows that he is a necessary addition to theA completely critically underrated album. Ludacris is rapping like he means it, and this album shows that he is a necessary addition to the rap game. He raps about various topics over the course of this whole album, and the beats are great too. This album isn't necessarily a perfect album (see "Not Long"), but it deserves way more than a 62 as a Metascore. Grade: B+. Highlights: "Beast Mode", "Come and See Me", "This Has Been My World", "Call Ya Bluff". Worst song: "Not Long"…Expand
The latest Fast & Furious films were thrilling, Ludaversal a little less. It sounds unfair but one of this album’s best tracks actually bringsThe latest Fast & Furious films were thrilling, Ludaversal a little less. It sounds unfair but one of this album’s best tracks actually brings it up…
Make no mistake, the Atlanta based rapper-actor is blessed with a gift for puns and flow speed variations. His often imitated, never duplicated style makes this album another good track list to his discography. I didn't feel lifted by the usual southern hip hop vibe but the album managed to bring some surprises with a fewer guests than on his previous records. Ludaversal offers more than decent music and tries to keep what made his past success something worth listening to carefully. The main weakness its way of staying in a safe zone trying to please a crowd that grew faster than him. Nostalgia? Maybe, the album could have cut deeper for sure but Ludacris has maintained his humor and his rap skills are undeniable.
Best track: Grass Is Always Greener
Exact Score: 7…Expand
Despite the lack of originality and overall cohesion on this project, Ludacris cements his longevity in the game with Ludaversal. There is aDespite the lack of originality and overall cohesion on this project, Ludacris cements his longevity in the game with Ludaversal. There is a good variety of beats on this album complimented by Ludacris' infamous flow. He also provides a peak behind closed doors and touches on some personal aspects fans may not have known before. In reality, I would give this a 7.5 but lets be honest...this man is a vet and has always stayed true to himself and the game, most importantly.…Expand
It's true that Ludacris is a great rapper, but this is not his best album. "Come And See Me" & "Good Lovin" are the best, "Not Long" is theIt's true that Ludacris is a great rapper, but this is not his best album. "Come And See Me" & "Good Lovin" are the best, "Not Long" is the worst, while others are too mediocre.
So, basically, it's an album that has its ups, but also its downs.…Expand
i couldnt finish listening to the bland project. i can tell he was surrounded with a bunch of "yes men" when making this **** a total let downi couldnt finish listening to the bland project. i can tell he was surrounded with a bunch of "yes men" when making this **** a total let down from a long wait for a new album. some flows hit but the beats were lower than trash. stick to movies and freestyles at this point.…Expand