Magic 2
by Nas
Metascore
71

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
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  1. The Wire
    Aug 8, 2023
    50
    If Magic 2 reveals that Nas can definitely still rap, it also continues his unfortunate run of uninspiring production choices. There are enjoyable moments, like the 50 Cent assisted “Office Hours”, the ominous string driven force of “Motion”, and the mesmerizing penmanship on “Slow It Down”, but overall the album falls short for an artist of Nas’s stature. [Sep 2023, p.68]
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7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 16 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 16
  3. Negative: 2 out of 16
  1. Lajaleaa
    Aug 24, 2023
    8
    There is nothing great on here, but Nas has been who surprisingly has stayed on the quality side of Hip Hop for quite a while, which is notThere is nothing great on here, but Nas has been who surprisingly has stayed on the quality side of Hip Hop for quite a while, which is not something very easy to achieve, specially with a constancy as the one he has. The lyrics are clear, which I appreciate, they might not be heart-moving, but they are friendly enough to be listened constantly without getting annoyed. The production is also on point, with nothing too great to bring up, but carefully made enough to have very little flaws within its own concept. "Magic 2" is simply good enough in a year in which Hip Hop is lacking that genuine own personality without making it too popular.… Full Review »
  2. Momanp2001
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    “Motion, Abracadabra, Office Hours, Slow it Down, Black Magic, Pistols on your Album Cover. Album is Fire
  3. cakeKake12
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    Great run Nas and Hit-Boy are on. It’s been a pleasure to watch and listen to these great pieces of work
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