Montero
by Lil Nas X
  • Record Label: Columbia
  • Release Date: Sep 17, 2021
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Universal acclaim- based on 465 Ratings

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  1. ChiIIaoi
    Jul 19, 2023
    8
    Review só pra lembrar a nota que eu dei pro album:
    album mt bom, agora só escrever pra passar dos 75 caracteres.
  2. Mobina1
    Sep 23, 2021
    8
    Half of the album was skip for me but the rest were too good so I give 7 instead of 5
    Update: it aged so well so I give it an 8
  3. Softlyytears
    May 20, 2022
    10
    This album was just iconic and incredible, in just 15 songs you can feel so much due to how verstalie this album is.
  4. gabi9
    Apr 25, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Esse álbum é muito bom, as letras desse álbum é de cair o c... da bunda, são muitas sonoridades diferentes, como folk, rap, rap melódico, pop, rock, pop rock, e as colaborações são melhores ainda, tem Jack Harlow, Doja Cat, Megan Thee Stallion e Miley Cyrus.… Expand
  5. ewidmer
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    “Montero” by Lil Nas X is a song that will go down in history. Nas rose to fame from his viral song “Old Town Road” that became popular on TikTok in early 2019 and launched his career as an artist. He released a few singles after “Old Town Road”, including “Panini”, “Rodeo”, and “Holiday”, as he attempted to “soft launch” his sexuality as a gay man. He took a break from releasing music as“Montero” by Lil Nas X is a song that will go down in history. Nas rose to fame from his viral song “Old Town Road” that became popular on TikTok in early 2019 and launched his career as an artist. He released a few singles after “Old Town Road”, including “Panini”, “Rodeo”, and “Holiday”, as he attempted to “soft launch” his sexuality as a gay man. He took a break from releasing music as he gained a large following on social media. As a member of Gen Z, he related to his fans through social media, and became beloved by gay twitter specifically. On March 26th, 2021, after a short hiatus, Nas released “Call me by your name” or “Montero”. This song was extremely controversial in the media and was condemned by conservatives. “Montero” has explicit lyrics about sexual encounters and his experiences as a gay man. The music video stars Nas in every single role and is a sort of rebuttal to everyone who told him he was going to hell for being gay. In the video, he is shown sliding down a stripper pole to hell to give the devil a lap dance. Clearly this was a very bold move from Nas, making his ability to be marketed in the media, very niche. Although he received an unfathomable amount of hate, his message resonated with many of his young LGBTQ+ fans. Montero is a catchy, well-thought out, personal song from Montero himself, and single handedly proved that he was not a one hit wonder. The lyrics along with the video tied themselves together to create a masterpiece that has become a symbol of carelessness and freedom in gay culture. Lil Nas X has since continued to release music, including his self-titled album: “Montero”.… Expand
  6. Fuerstenberg
    Mar 5, 2022
    7
    Lil Nas X's full-length debut "MONTERO" is extremely polarizing and honestly I can't understand the numerous excellent reviews. Certainly "MONTERO" is not a bad album, also because Lil Nas X's unique personality is reflected in his music. But in the end it's nowhere near 10 out of 10.

    The beats and production are good, but nothing revolutionary and don't stand out from the mainstream.    Lil Nas X's full-length debut "MONTERO" is extremely polarizing and honestly I can't understand the numerous excellent reviews. Certainly "MONTERO" is not a bad album, also because Lil Nas X's unique personality is reflected in his music. But in the end it's nowhere near 10 out of 10.

    The beats and production are good, but nothing revolutionary and don't stand out from the mainstream. And TikTok classics like "MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name)" or "INDUSTRY BABY" are annoying half a year after release. Overall, neither really good rap, nor really good pop, which even the diverse features can't change.

    My favorites:
    "ONE OF ME"
    "SUN GOES DOWN"
    "INDUSTRY BABY"

    ~ Fürstenberg
    March 5, 2022    … Expand
  7. CordRafael
    Feb 17, 2022
    7
    #normal #overrated #gostomasnaoescuto so qro deixar no perfil so qro deixar no perfil
  8. 9906dimatulac
    Feb 5, 2022
    9
    The "Montero" album by Lil Nas X has sassy and savages lyrics. I love some songs on this album. And the album cover was pretty good.
  9. happydog3344
    Jan 31, 2022
    10
    Probably the best release of 2021 - not only in pop & rap - but over all genres. Lil Nas X proves himself as a force in the industry, blending catchy beats with deep, impactful lyrics. Tracks such as Tales of Dominica and Life After Salem show his range, both vocally and stylistically. All in all, Montero is an amazing body of work and great debut.
  10. MetacriticOnur
    Jan 14, 2022
    8
    excellent
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    adjective
    possessing outstanding quality or superior merit; remarkably good.
  11. sodovich
    Dec 25, 2021
    8
    Great debut album, it shows Nas' growing potential to become one of the best modern industry artists.
  12. SukoByat
    Dec 21, 2021
    10
    Álbum maravilhoso, foge de todas as tendências atuais mas mesmo assim tendo influência delas, o som dos trompetes nas músicas são perfeitos, parece que se eles não tivessem nas músicas algo faltaria. O Lil nas x foi genial nas mensagens e no instrumental desse álbum, e o melhor é que tudo é transmitido de um jeito completamente autêntico
  13. andrefgmiranda
    Dec 1, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is a really bold album. Lil Nas X sings about his insecurities and all the prejudice he had to face being a black/gay man. Besides, there are great artists featuring some songs on the record.… Expand
  14. Mikujaws
    Nov 19, 2021
    8
    Is a really good album but i think need more variety in vocals of lil nas u know more variety of
    vocals shades in other song idk you song haha but i really like the album
  15. Denvers
    Nov 18, 2021
    8
    Surprisingly, Montero is a very good album filled with a lot of diversity from an artist you would not expect to make such a variety of different sounds.
  16. lwtos
    Nov 6, 2021
    9
    Let's be honest. This is a great album. Not repetitive at all, catchy and with great colabs.
  17. TiagxPl
    Nov 4, 2021
    9
    I'm not a fan of rappers but this album is very good, the lyrics and the sounds catchy. I love this album and also they include collaborations with other iconic singers.
  18. Menios
    Oct 29, 2021
    8
    Lil Nas X's MONTERO was an unexpectedly remarkable debut. Almost loved it..
  19. cernayx
    Sep 22, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un album revolucionario que deja ver el potencial y lo que es capaz de hacer el cantantwllwlwlwlwlwe… Expand
  20. Yocko
    Oct 17, 2021
    10
    Such a **** emotionally open, brutally raw album. Nas X goes: ok this is who I am. Period. And with that he drags generations of gay men upstream. I’m a white man in my fifties. Never been closeted but this album suddenly made me proud to be gay. I hate the LGBTQIA+ maffia and their petty little culture wars, lil Nas X proves once again that artists are best at defining our space. BecauseSuch a **** emotionally open, brutally raw album. Nas X goes: ok this is who I am. Period. And with that he drags generations of gay men upstream. I’m a white man in my fifties. Never been closeted but this album suddenly made me proud to be gay. I hate the LGBTQIA+ maffia and their petty little culture wars, lil Nas X proves once again that artists are best at defining our space. Because this is a space I want to inhabit. Which is definitely not one of victimhood. I listen to tons and tons of different music but it wouldn’t surprise me if by years end this album is at the top of my ‘most played’ list… Expand
  21. MARTINCARDENAS
    Oct 16, 2021
    9
    In general this album is good, their collaborations are great and in the same way their lyrics, sounds, production
  22. marlonfauzi
    Oct 9, 2021
    8
    5 favourites songs, Lil Nas X represented everything I would say loud and do without any regrets.

    Favourites: Montero, Dead Right Now, Lost in the Citadel, Dolla Sign Slime and Sun Goes Down
  23. Anderslewerin
    Oct 8, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the best debut album. The album is a biography of his life. The song tales of Dominica Is one of the best songs for me. Personal, deep and amazing… Expand
  24. BuildingMusic70
    Oct 3, 2021
    8
    On his debut, Lil Nas X has delivered a strong solo project, with few gaps to be filled in. Whether he's in the showers in a local state prison with Jack Harlow (INDUSTRY BABY), to when he's reminiscing about love during a global pandemic (THAT'S WHAT I WANT), or even a poignant acoustic guitar-aided outro with Miley Cyrus (AM I DREAMING). This studio album, delivered by a former "cowboy",On his debut, Lil Nas X has delivered a strong solo project, with few gaps to be filled in. Whether he's in the showers in a local state prison with Jack Harlow (INDUSTRY BABY), to when he's reminiscing about love during a global pandemic (THAT'S WHAT I WANT), or even a poignant acoustic guitar-aided outro with Miley Cyrus (AM I DREAMING). This studio album, delivered by a former "cowboy", Nas is in the process of experimenting with his new sounds, and that is tolerable to the majority of optimistic listeners.… Expand
  25. manningn15
    Sep 27, 2021
    10
    MONTERO is perfection, favorite album of the year. The production is phenomenal. The songwriting is exceptional, I love how catchy the lyrics are while still being very personal and beautifully honest, touching, and heartbreaking and how he gives a voice to the LGBTQ+ community with his boldness of talking about the problems and fears we face especially when growing up that are not talkedMONTERO is perfection, favorite album of the year. The production is phenomenal. The songwriting is exceptional, I love how catchy the lyrics are while still being very personal and beautifully honest, touching, and heartbreaking and how he gives a voice to the LGBTQ+ community with his boldness of talking about the problems and fears we face especially when growing up that are not talked about very often in music and media it is just so beautiful to see someone that I and so many others can look up to especially those like me who are apart of the LGBTQ+ community. Lil Nas X's vocal delivery and rapping are great. The artwork is flat out gorgeous, one of the all-time best album covers ever. This is honestly one of my all-time favorite albums I have ever listened to.… Expand
  26. tonto
    Sep 26, 2021
    7
    This is the debut studio album for the rapper Lil Nas X, and it expands on his catalogue with songs that can be categorized as largely pop-rap, as they are more than just hip hop tracks with catchy melodic hooks, borderline auto-tune vocals, and bubblegum instrumentals. The rapper also pushes the envelope with some racy lyrics that are homoerotic in nature as he is a gay rapper. Overall,This is the debut studio album for the rapper Lil Nas X, and it expands on his catalogue with songs that can be categorized as largely pop-rap, as they are more than just hip hop tracks with catchy melodic hooks, borderline auto-tune vocals, and bubblegum instrumentals. The rapper also pushes the envelope with some racy lyrics that are homoerotic in nature as he is a gay rapper. Overall, the album is above average, but nothing really stands out as particularly memorable other than the fact he has some gay lyrics.… Expand
  27. nekooh
    Sep 25, 2021
    10
    This album is epic on so many levels!! I just can’t stop listening to it. Every song is a hit. I’m amazed by everything he does.
  28. cityslick32
    Sep 24, 2021
    10
    Such a good album from top to bottom. Nas delivers catchy hooks, sad ballads, and much more! Definitely worth an AOTY/ROTY title!
  29. 1aroundW7
    Sep 24, 2021
    10
    Sim, eu também estava ansioso por esse álbum, mas não poderia imaginar que seria tão surpreendente! É incrível como eu ainda continuo com sede por mais, lil nas x!
  30. Dsros96
    Sep 24, 2021
    7
    Incredibly strong & deep debut album. With a lot of genres, topics & features, Lil Nas X has managed to make it cohesive & good.
  31. Mikayel
    Sep 24, 2021
    10
    The best album of 2021.
    Maybe even one the best albums ever!
    Every song is flawless and gets better more you listen
  32. Ihkw
    Sep 23, 2021
    10
    Love the album! Nice songs love the music video, better than donda. My friends love it apart for the kanye Stan who is bad
  33. lisbet
    Sep 23, 2021
    10
    Beautiful. It is as if I’ve felt every emotion on the spectrum. Every song was different, and yet it was all very cohesive... Amazing production as well as surprising vocals, and it’s only his debut album! I am so happy that he finally seems to have found his sound and himself; Lil Nas X has officially established himself as a serious artist in my books.
  34. matsuobasho
    Sep 23, 2021
    10
    Absolutely stunning debut album, all bangers no skips. The upbeat to melancholy mood change from the first half of songs to the second half is beautiful, and the lyrics are witty, funny and relatable. Love it.
  35. GoBlinn
    Sep 23, 2021
    8
    good featurings and some bangers that sound amazing, really great album debut.
  36. Lttlimpnst1r
    Sep 23, 2021
    10
    The album is very well put together. My favorite song is Am I dreaming with Miley Cyrus, their voices bled together so well. The feature with Megan sounded amazing aswell. I definitely recommend listening to this masterpiece.
  37. rafavieirasc
    Sep 22, 2021
    10
    É simplesmente perfeito, só não vai ganhar o AOTY no Grammy pq a academia é racista e homofóbica
  38. BigDJohnWick
    Sep 22, 2021
    8
    Lil Nas X has proven to be a good rapper and good singer, in this album it is no different. MONTERO is packed with catchy choruses and good verses, altough the production is not adventurous nor super inventive, it is good.

    7.8/10
  39. davidmendes
    Sep 22, 2021
    10
    Incredible! I'm not going to lie when I feared this album would follow the rushed steps of his EP, but I couldn't be more wrong. This is fresh, solid and truly amazing. We should never forget what Lil Nas X did for the music industry and for the LGBTQ+ community. He is an icon, he is a legend and he is the moment.
  40. Crowded98
    Sep 21, 2021
    10
    This is the best album by a male artist in recent years. I love it soooooo much !!
  41. MusicGuyMack
    Sep 21, 2021
    9
    Every bit as excessively gaudy, idiosyncratic, and self-indulgently over-the-top as one's likely come to expect from Lil Nas X, such defiant flamboyance largely continues to work in his favor on "MONTERO" as peppy melodies, earworm choruses, and well-matched guest artists come together to form a short, sweet, thoroughly entertaining sugar rush of a pop-rap record.
  42. Criminal1
    Sep 17, 2021
    10
    Album of the year! Lil Nas X once again surprising everyone, we need to recognize him
  43. Davidnvak
    Sep 20, 2021
    10
    Such a masterpiece. For a debut album is away more then I expected. Sooooo good and fresh!
  44. Steve_420
    Sep 20, 2021
    8
    Pleasantly surprised, especially after his ep which I found to be mediocre. Consistent songs throughout the album. No skips in my opinion. Definitely my surprise album of the year.
  45. mrchadmane
    Sep 20, 2021
    10
    Easily the best release of 2021. Can’t wait to hear more from Lil Nas X in the future.
  46. normanfgabriel
    Sep 20, 2021
    7
    Um bom álbum, que me surpreendeu servindo bons lyrics em várias faixas, flui bem, mas acredito que falta mais comprometimento com os sentimentos os quais ele canta as vezes, principalmente na segunda metade do álbum em que tudo parece tão abafado pela produção pop e os vocais lineares, além disso, tirando jack harlow não acredito que nenhum dos outros featurings acrescente algo.
  47. ronniebennett
    Sep 20, 2021
    10
    Honestly this album succeeded my expectation, lil nas x if this is your baby trust me, you made one of the best or the best album by far of 2021
  48. musicallycaleb
    Sep 20, 2021
    10
    The album is a cultural reset and one of the best debut albums that I have heard from a pop-rap star in a long time. Lil Nas X is having a blast and so are his listeners! Thank you Montero for being your true and authentic self within the music. I am inspired by Nas' ability to put his soul into his music for the world to hear! Montero is a beautiful masterpiece of work, man! Congrats, LNX!
  49. PEDROMFR
    Sep 19, 2021
    8
    A raw, honest and emotional album that still brings us the right hooks. Lil Nas X did great with his debut album, proving he's much more than a one-hit-wonder.
  50. leumassregor
    Sep 19, 2021
    7
    This new debut record from Lil Nas X is a delight to listen to. Starting off hard with "MONTERO", "DEAD RIGHT NOW", and "INDUSTRY BABY", and finishing off with the ambient and almost futuristic sounding "LIFE AFTER SALEM" and the absolutely beautiful Miley Cyrus feature on "AM I DREAMING", this album is really diverse and will leave you feeling somewhat satisfied, despite a fewThis new debut record from Lil Nas X is a delight to listen to. Starting off hard with "MONTERO", "DEAD RIGHT NOW", and "INDUSTRY BABY", and finishing off with the ambient and almost futuristic sounding "LIFE AFTER SALEM" and the absolutely beautiful Miley Cyrus feature on "AM I DREAMING", this album is really diverse and will leave you feeling somewhat satisfied, despite a few underwhelming moments and the brief moments of some generic radio-pop sounding production.… Expand
  51. Amruk
    Sep 19, 2021
    9
    It starts off with the title track, which has cool, guitar-y instrumental, later kicking with a little of hook, and it exploring gay sex - nice! It's followed by "Dead Right Now", which has much more trap beat and sounds pretty dope. But "Industry Baby" kicks really! Not only you see the contrast of homo and hetero lyrics here (perfect track for bisexuals lol), but both Nas and JackIt starts off with the title track, which has cool, guitar-y instrumental, later kicking with a little of hook, and it exploring gay sex - nice! It's followed by "Dead Right Now", which has much more trap beat and sounds pretty dope. But "Industry Baby" kicks really! Not only you see the contrast of homo and hetero lyrics here (perfect track for bisexuals lol), but both Nas and Jack compliment each other nicely over a really kick-ass beat. And it's hook, those trumpets, they're just so great! And I simply like the fact that Nas is saying outloud that he want that commercial success, and it might be seen as egoistical, but for me he's very right. "Thats What I Want" is a nice piece of pop rock, I would even argue it's one of my most favorite tracks from the album. I love counting at the begining and synthline behind choruses. Even though Nas sings last chorus in a weird way, like he's part-goat, but it's pretty enjoyable and I grooved to it since it was included in Montero teaser.
    I don't care about "The Art of Realization", I don't know if it's really needed here. And there is "Scoop" which I was really excited about, and the track seems to be cohesive of what Nas said about Doja, that he admires her for her perfectionism and working on body. It's instrumental starts really cool, and before chorus Nas really goes with his vocals! But the chorus itself is...dissapointing to say the least. It's just 'scoop' repeated few times...is it supposed to be new 'skrrr'? However how he delivers second verse is pretty cool, so deep or just altered. I like Doja's verse and her backing vocals - they're pretty sweet!
    "One of Me" starts kinda like Madonna's "To Have and Not to Hold" (1998), but the piano kicks in, and then chorus is with more complex background, but with kinda odd word choices. But the song itself is very enjoyable with its athmospheric production. But hence Elton John got a feature credit here, I thought he would sing there, but that's not what happened; instead he is just playing piano here... Anyway, am I the only who thinks that "Lost In the Citadel" kicks off just like "Clumsy" (2006) by Fergie? Besides that, this one is cool too - with really nice vocal melodies and groovy rock chorus. Its synths go really well into trumpets of "Dolla Sign Slime" featuring Megan Thee Stallion. That song is pretty dope, not only through enjoyable Nas and Megan deliveries, but mostly because of its beat. And Megan's delivery is really something, like in "Thot **** (2021), she showcases such force.
    "Tales of Dominica" is quite darker than the rest songs of the albums, with Nas' deeper voice, later layered with slight auto-tune. Second verse featured harmonizations, which are pretty dope - just mixing his deep tones with those altered vocals! And those violins at the end...just beautiful! "Sun Goes Down" starts with nice guitar riff and what it seems like should be part of the outro (really altered, subdued vocals) - which would be true what Take a Daytrip said about him changing the course of tracks. Lyrics are very deep, they reflect how being gay is wrong for people for some reason. And just like in "Thats What I Want" I see some hope, but here it's more melanchonic, depressed. "It's much more to life than dying" is my most favorite lyric from the whole album I guess. "Void" features similar strings to its predecesor, but they're more subdued, and instrumental builds-up a little in course of the track, with Nas' voice going louder before being quite high (did he found love?).
    Going back to trap and over-the-top stuff, "Dont Want It" still shows Nas' deeper vocals but the track itself is really anthem-y, especially with those news samples inside of it. Even though it's enjoyable, it's missplaced, hence the next track - "Life After Salem" - is going back to more melanchonic, distanced sound with its heavy metal, clunky guitars. Album closer - "Am I Dreaming" - is another one of my favorites. It's more subdued than the rest of the album, and as melanchonic as last tracks. And it shows that, as Nas said, Miley Cyrus can fit anywhere. I love her vocals here!
    It's one of the best debut albums we've seen thus far - it's quite cohesive and well-layered. It's not perfect, but it has strong and beautiful moments. Lil Nas X knows what he's doing - especially from the promotion side. Those album trailers are the most entertaining things I ever seen. And the music videos - just iconic! And that artwork, it's pretty too!    … Expand
  52. kaleb010102
    Sep 19, 2021
    10
    This album is incredible, with no doubt one of the best albuns for the year.
  53. DayneScott
    Sep 19, 2021
    10
    I feared the music wouldn’t live up to the amazing promo and album roll out but I stand corrected as Nas has established himself as a bonafide musician and an undisputed star.
  54. EDSC65
    Sep 19, 2021
    10
    Me encanta como en este album Montero se muestra muy versatil a diferentes generos, y como puede hacer las cosas muy diferente a comparacion de muchos artistas masculinos, me encanto el álbum
  55. IchBinPain
    Sep 19, 2021
    10
    Great album all around - well produced, good vocals, different genres, and an insight into Montero's life and struggles. The marketing for this album was also top tier.
  56. aldwinishere
    Sep 19, 2021
    10
    The queer power that this album is perfect for people like me as I zone out and listen to every track off this debut album of Lil Nas X, titled after his actual name.
  57. JVLAB
    Sep 19, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excelente Album Lil Nas X fez um trabalho impecável musicas excelentes, letras harmonicas, son dançante, digno de uma nota 100… Expand
  58. scifikitty
    Sep 18, 2021
    10
    This is an incredibly refreshing and forward thinking album. Lil Nas X is living in the future, but NOW. Musically, conceptually and lyrically. The vast fusion of various genres shows the dynamic depth of Lil Nas X. This is a pivotal album that will change music forever.
  59. SparksFunk
    Sep 18, 2021
    9
    This was definitely a long-awaited listen. From the notoriously good raps and a little of pop and rock music here and there, Nas' versatility is shown from loud bangers to melodic tracks showcasing his devotion to the LGBTQ+ community. Top picks would be TALES OF DOMINICA and VOID.
  60. Iarley
    Sep 18, 2021
    9
    Incrível, as melodias e as colaborações do álbum estão ótimas, a voz do Lil Nas impecável.
  61. Bensblonde
    Sep 18, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing debut album from a Incredible breakout artist. Awesome album but not perfect.… Expand
  62. Megansanders96
    Sep 18, 2021
    10
    Incredible album, excellent artistry. A lot has gone into this record including vulnerability. Genuinely not a track I skip.
  63. Darikramos
    Sep 18, 2021
    10
    Esto era lo que a la industria le faltaba, uno de los mejores álbumes del 2021
  64. ksr91
    Sep 18, 2021
    10
    groundbreaking, iconic, album of the year, this album is a true must-listen.
  65. Ellaboy
    Sep 18, 2021
    10
    He delivers a very personal and vulnerable album that is cohesive and defying at the same time.
  66. springle
    Sep 18, 2021
    10
    this is the best album of this year, and already one of my favorites of all time. this is the dream album for those people who say they "like every genre".
  67. arc55
    Sep 18, 2021
    8
    So many super catchy hooks, really only a few songs a did not like, and they still were not bad. All songs also I think fit into this album, there are high-energy hype songs and also heartfelt low-key ones but all tie into a few common themes.
  68. Fertor
    Sep 18, 2021
    10
    Es todo lo que esta bien en el mundo porque tiene una letr y sinfonía acorde
  69. pdroroma
    Sep 18, 2021
    10
    Reizinho do mundo ta perfeito demais, o cara acertou em tudo, na moral, a evolução dele pro primeiro EP é notória demais! Quem n gostou ouviu errado!
  70. brianjoseph98
    Sep 18, 2021
    10
    This album is excellent. If you think you don't like it you need to stop lying to yourself. There is not enough gay representation in music, let alone a gay black man who cares little about criticism from the ignorant GP and more about expressing himself in whatever way feels necessary. AOTY Grammy nom is on the way. This is a very strong debut and one of the best albums released thisThis album is excellent. If you think you don't like it you need to stop lying to yourself. There is not enough gay representation in music, let alone a gay black man who cares little about criticism from the ignorant GP and more about expressing himself in whatever way feels necessary. AOTY Grammy nom is on the way. This is a very strong debut and one of the best albums released this year. Stop complaining, stop lying to yourself about why you don't like it, just sit down shut up and enjoy the music!… Expand
  71. patrickcukier
    Sep 18, 2021
    10
    An incredible debut album, with a lot of contagious choirs and beats. Incredible feats and a structured massage beyond.
  72. Gabrielachan
    Sep 18, 2021
    8
    It's a really well produced album with solid vocals and not a single bad track. That being said, that are some forgetable tracks like scoop and I am dreaming when the features are the best parts of the song. It's a really great project overall and Lil Nas X is one of the best on the game right now.
    Favorite songs:
    Industry Baby, Tthat's What I Want, Dead Right Now, Life After Salem,    It's a really well produced album with solid vocals and not a single bad track. That being said, that are some forgetable tracks like scoop and I am dreaming when the features are the best parts of the song. It's a really great project overall and Lil Nas X is one of the best on the game right now.
    Favorite songs:
    Industry Baby, Tthat's What I Want, Dead Right Now, Life After Salem, Tales of Dominica    … Expand
  73. Fixil_CZ
    Sep 18, 2021
    9
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  74. khavonte1234
    Sep 18, 2021
    10
    Definitely one of the best albums this year or the best album this year. He showed that he just doesn't do stuff for the charts or TikTok. He also got deeper than most rappers out right now. He showcased his vocals as well as rapping skills. You can say he proved haters wrong!
  75. arkham2014
    Sep 18, 2021
    7
    Lil Nas X plays it relatively safe when it comes to his full-length debut. But still, there's a lot of enjoyment to be found here. Montero is, simply put, a good album.
  76. LachezarZlatkov
    Sep 18, 2021
    10
    Best Pop Album of the year for sure, thoroughly enjoyed the album, absolutely loved it
  77. ran1998
    Sep 18, 2021
    10
    Just amazing! Lil knows what the current generation needs and he go for it!
  78. JoeyCORNER2001
    Sep 18, 2021
    10
    "MONTERO" truly lived up to my expectations, and I might even say that the album even surpassed them. As a debut album, this is truly impressive!

    Favourite tracks: "Montero (Call Me By Your Name"), "Dead Right Now", "Industry Baby", "That's What I Want", "Sun Goes Down", "Void", "Don't Want It", "Life After Salem" and "Am I Dreaming".
  79. d1m12k
    Sep 18, 2021
    10
    Good job Lil nasX so good yee so fan cool and big premier woow Im crazy because I see this song
  80. Schx
    Sep 18, 2021
    10
    This album is awesome good lyrics, good cover just woooow beautiful album best album of the year
  81. huseyin21
    Sep 18, 2021
    10
    I lovee this album so much. Every track on this album is great! Well done Montero!
  82. Tbone413
    Sep 17, 2021
    9
    Lil Nas X has to be one of the most unique artists out there, he creates an atmosphere with his music that is very hard to recreate. This album has some absolute bangers and is awesome fun pretty much the whole way through, I’m gonna be coming back to this one a lot
  83. zhong
    Sep 17, 2021
    10
    Perfect album！！！！lil nas x is good at this, and every song in this album is nice to my body and soul.
  84. Nicolas_xrp
    Sep 17, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's so precious, this album is the best album of the year, this album make me feel so happy an proudly about LGBTQ+ comunity.… Expand
  85. Jovyy
    Sep 17, 2021
    10
    I’m here for all of Montero….this album is it…will have to say my faves are Industry Baby, Scoop and Montero…and there’s something about Sun Goes Down
  86. Viniciusmeira
    Sep 17, 2021
    10
    Omg, this album it’s pure Perfection!!!
  87. asdf123k
    Sep 17, 2021
    10
    A beautiful, multifaceted expression of a queer, teenage rapper. I don't understand how anyone could dislike this.
  88. Junkiest
    Sep 17, 2021
    9
    After 7, I had absolutely no hope for a good Lil Nas X project. Then MONTERO came out. I’m absolutely floored. This album can easily compete for album of the year, and honestly is the most surprisingly good release of the year to date. This album is a such a statement to release, especially after all the criticism and homophobia after Call Me By Your Name, DaBaby’s rolling loudAfter 7, I had absolutely no hope for a good Lil Nas X project. Then MONTERO came out. I’m absolutely floored. This album can easily compete for album of the year, and honestly is the most surprisingly good release of the year to date. This album is a such a statement to release, especially after all the criticism and homophobia after Call Me By Your Name, DaBaby’s rolling loud performance, etc. Lil Nas X is here to stay, and I love it.… Expand
  89. Jc2002
    Sep 17, 2021
    10
    Sin duda magnífico El álbum es tan icónico que hace querer escucharlo todo el día las colaboraciones sin duda son magníficas
  90. TheClownII
    Sep 17, 2021
    10
    A proposta do lil foi muito interessante, a transição entre músicas, os feats bem encaixados, as faixas equilibradas, muitos contrastes bacanas no álbum desde as batidas até as letras. Sinceramente muito bom, não há música ruim. Me Arrisco a dizer que é um candidato de peso ao aoty, respeitando todos os outros, é claro.
  91. Sambryan
    Sep 17, 2021
    10
    Not that I'm saying it, but it's definitely a contender for best albums released this year, and def top 3
  92. Leopoldmauduit
    Sep 17, 2021
    10
    Génial, aucunes musiques ne déçoit, c'est un album rempli de bop, un plaisir à écouter en entier
  93. GibranSwift
    Sep 17, 2021
    10
    the deserved AOTY for this album that made Enrique's passive collapse with its simple release, we love you lil keep **** on Enrique
  94. shereblack
    Sep 17, 2021
    10
    É de longe um dos melhores álbuns deste ano, perfeito do início ao fim, merecido as notas positivas!
  95. Kaio98
    Sep 17, 2021
    10
    unapologetic. innovative. complete. these three words sums well the album of the year.
  96. BelthazarBR
    Sep 17, 2021
    10
    That's an instant classic, definitely an epic that will go down in history as one of the best albums ever made. AMAZING.
  97. ronaldosiq
    Sep 17, 2021
    10
    Lil Nas X é o maior que temos. Só orgulho desse garoto que entrega tanto em tão pouco no mercado da música ❤️
  98. venanciodani
    Sep 17, 2021
    10
    Álbum do ano, Lil Nas X entregou tudo nesse álbum, tudo nesse álbum é perfeito, Obrigado Lil Nas X por tudo
  99. cianmuldooner
    Sep 17, 2021
    10
    Yeah, LNX comes out swinging here. 15 tracks, 41 minutes long, and pretty much perfect, in my opinion. Mixing and production is great, lyrics are top notch, vocals and features are great and interesting and unique and the sound is completely cohesive. Favourite tracks are Industry Baby, MONTERO, Scoop, and Tales of Dominica.
    Fantastic album. Truly amazing.
  100. bieleyelash
    Sep 17, 2021
    7
    Sabe aquele ator excelente e carismático que mesmo estando num filme com um roteiro apenas "ok" faz com que o filme fique bom? Então, foi com essa sensação que eu fiquei quando terminei de escutar o "MONTERO".
    Longe de ser um álbum ruim, porém em algumas faixas fica notório o grande esforço que foi feito para a música chegar aos 2 minutos e pouco.
    Entretanto, o álbum tem pontos fortes    Sabe aquele ator excelente e carismático que mesmo estando num filme com um roteiro apenas "ok" faz com que o filme fique bom? Então, foi com essa sensação que eu fiquei quando terminei de escutar o "MONTERO".
    Longe de ser um álbum ruim, porém em algumas faixas fica notório o grande esforço que foi feito para a música chegar aos 2 minutos e pouco.
    Entretanto, o álbum tem pontos fortes como: boas colaborações - com destaque para a faixa que fecha o álbum, "Am I dreaming", com a Miley Cyrus -, smash hits (call me by your name e industry baby) e o carisma inegável de Lil Nas X.
    Definitivamente não é um álbum que vou escutar do começo ao fim com frequência, mas certamente algumas das faixas serão tocadas exaustivamente na minha playlist de "favoritas do mês".    … Expand
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#55 Best Album of 2021
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#17 Most Discussed Album of 2021

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Metascore
85

Universal acclaim - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 19
  3. Negative: 0 out of 19
  1. HipHopDX
    Oct 13, 2021
    78
    The end result sounds like a distillation of contemporary popular music, the kind of blockbuster pop album following the much larger footsteps of Ariana Grande’s Dangerous Woman or Katy Perry’s Teenage Dream, albeit not as polished.
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  2. RapReviews.com
    Sep 28, 2021
    80
    Lil Nas X set out to make a crossover pop album with “MONTERO” and succeeded.
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  3. The A.V. Club
    Sep 23, 2021
    75
    Everything’s he’s done has led to this engaging debut record, a work that allows his inner self to shine.
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