Queendom
by Red Velvet
User Score
7.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 49 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 34 out of 49
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 49
  3. Negative: 11 out of 49
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  1. strbrrymilktea
    Aug 1, 2023
    8
    Queendom was a safe choice for a comeback after a years hiatus. Although not red velvets best albums this album shows red velvet musical personality and would be a great starter album for new listeners of red velvet.

    The title track Queendom is a bright song that is filled with messages of confidence. It's probably one of the weaker songs on the album but that's not to say it's bad. Pose    Queendom was a safe choice for a comeback after a years hiatus. Although not red velvets best albums this album shows red velvet musical personality and would be a great starter album for new listeners of red velvet.

    The title track Queendom is a bright song that is filled with messages of confidence. It's probably one of the weaker songs on the album but that's not to say it's bad.

    Pose is one of the albums best songs it honestly serves so much charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent it holds up as an instant hit.

    The other songs on the album are just amazing b sides that are so great to listen to and can be repeated non stop.

    This whole album is good. Not the best red velvet album but it's still great to listen to and enjoy.    … Expand
  2. Breevee
    Jul 9, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers. Overall, this mini album is good and represents a good comeback of Red Velvet after the career break, individually the following tracks were good highlights in the album:
    - "Queendom" is the perfect title track, very well chosen, it has a memorable and addictive beat to it;
    - "Knock on wood" is a surprise, with an addictive, modern and complex instrumental, and it makes you wanna dance on a dance floor like it's the last night of a special trip;
    - "Pushin' N Pullin'" is not one of the best tracks on the album, but it positively showcases the group's versatility, exposing the maturity and elegance that this new phase of Red Velvet intends to provide;
    - "Hello, Sunset" it's a romantic, mellow side of the group previously seen in songs like "Take It Slow", and it closes the album majestically.    … Collapse
  3. aestheticmoon
    Jan 10, 2023
    6
    They have some great bsides but the title in my opinion is one of their weakest titles. Now, it isn't my favorite Red Velvet project. Honestly none of them felt outstanding to me but none of them were bad at all. I’ve heard better from them but none of these tracks felt like a disappointment or anything. You know Red Velvet's b-sides are usually as good or better than their title tracks.They have some great bsides but the title in my opinion is one of their weakest titles. Now, it isn't my favorite Red Velvet project. Honestly none of them felt outstanding to me but none of them were bad at all. I’ve heard better from them but none of these tracks felt like a disappointment or anything. You know Red Velvet's b-sides are usually as good or better than their title tracks. Pose my favorite song on the album.… Expand
  4. Denirovelvet
    Nov 27, 2022
    10
    the artistic direction of this project is respected in each piece, in their own way. The concept of classy and girly witches is present on different levels. Queendom which perfectly introduces the magical universe of girls, and five incredible tracks follow from each other. One of their projects that I liked the most.the artistic direction of this project is respected in each piece, inthe artistic direction of this project is respected in each piece, in their own way. The concept of classy and girly witches is present on different levels. Queendom which perfectly introduces the magical universe of girls, and five incredible tracks follow from each other. One of their projects that I liked the most.the artistic direction of this project is respected in each piece, in their own way. The concept of classy and girly witches is present on different levels. Queendom which perfectly introduces the magical universe of girls, and five incredible tracks follow from each other. One of their projects that I liked the most.… Expand
  5. phngn
    Sep 19, 2022
    7
    The album isn't bad but RV could def do better. They have some great bsides but the title in my opinion is one of their weakest titles. Psycho for me it's one of the best kpop songs so I must say after waiting so much for the next album I kind of disappointed
  6. Antonyy
    May 3, 2022
    0
    I've been most looking forward to the return of Red Velvet since "Psycho", But I think the production on this album has dropped a lot in quality!
  7. eunseob
    Apr 5, 2022
    10
    omg such a creative album, I love every song of it. hello, sunset is my favorite so far. It reminds me of my 18teens summer days.
  8. enReVe
    Sep 10, 2021
    8
    Queendom was enjoyable. Each song is good.
    But this album was not their best. I'll give 8
  9. swym
    Dec 16, 2021
    8
    The album is cohesive and filled with great tracks. Queendom (song) is a fun and catchy bop with great repeat value. Knock on Wood and Pushin N' Pullin are r&b goodness that no other k-pop group can pull off as well as Red Velvet.

    All of the members' singing skills are clearly highlighted in all tracks and the "rap" lines fit well in the songs. It, however, lacks character and does not    The album is cohesive and filled with great tracks. Queendom (song) is a fun and catchy bop with great repeat value. Knock on Wood and Pushin N' Pullin are r&b goodness that no other k-pop group can pull off as well as Red Velvet.

    All of the members' singing skills are clearly highlighted in all tracks and the "rap" lines fit well in the songs. It, however, lacks character and does not stand out as much as their previous releases. Still, it is an amazing way for Red Velvet to return as a group after a more than 1-year hiatus.    … Expand
  10. BlazeAli
    Dec 16, 2021
    0
    It would've been better if it was from a better girl group. Red velvet is over , their dying popularity can't save them now . And in top of that if they release bad albums like queendom then expect them to be forgotten history soon
  11. jamesjlc
    Nov 19, 2021
    10
    I missed Red Velvet a lot. They are just different from all the k-pop groups. The best. I love that they are re-introducing themselves through this album after a long hiatus.
  12. Mykestuart
    Oct 30, 2021
    0
  13. ericluong3006
    Sep 25, 2021
    10
    This is a nice song. I listen to it over and over and never get bored. Red Velvet has a very successful comeback
  14. Gabrielachan
    Sep 8, 2021
    7
    It's a solid mini album, the title is really good and the visuals really match them. Now, it isn't my favorite Red Velvet project, they are on their comfort zone + there aren't many memorable songs. It's good, but it could be better.
  15. liss20
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    it's not their fault if people created expectation for the korean summer, the vocals are mature..
  16. juliana9870
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    I liked it a little, but it sounds different from other albums of kpop. Example: bts, exo, etc.
  17. YanRobattini
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Not good as their last comeback
    We waited for almost 2 years for this? Very disappointing    … Expand
  18. nayeonpinks
    Aug 30, 2021
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Eu amo os trabalhos do red velvet, mas esse de certa forma não me agradou muito. Eu digo com todas as palavras, depois de tanto tempo em hiatus eu esperava mais! Espero que entreguem trabalhos melhores na próxima! se tiver próxima....… Expand
  19. Ben1273
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    This song is definitely good, I love this after almost two years of hiatus they gave us another masterpiece
  20. nambahwanizoner
    Aug 26, 2021
    10
    Red Velvet proves for the nth time that they have one of the best discographies of the whole K-pop industry.
    The album is good. NO CAP.
  21. KevinKretsch
    Aug 23, 2021
    10
    This is one of her best albums in her discography, they prove her incredibly and unique style
  22. taylore
    Aug 23, 2021
    10
    best release of 2021 so far. even though the title track is slightly safe compare to other project of red velvet, i still love the album so much. best track is pose and better be.
  23. murillopiress
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    this is the best comeback of the year! no kpop release has or will top this
  24. gabrigold23
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    As Rainhas do verão finalmente chegaram, o mini álbum Queendom marca a volta do OT5 para a indústria do kpop, com isso, o girlgroup mais aclamado da terceira geração, serve o melhor do verão... e sinceramente, elas estão em sua zona de conforto estilo Red e isso me agrada bastante!!!!
  25. andriellyyyyy
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. queens!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!… Expand
  26. AnseyW
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    The songs are seriously art, none bad, I all loved them too much, it was even hard to pick a favorite, I definitely recommend listening to the album, it's perfect.
  27. monetdehaan
    Aug 20, 2021
    3
    Queendom lacks the "wow" factor that their previous releases had. A big factor could possibly be because none of the songs scream "red velvet" and are sounds that we've heard by the group before. Albeit, not every comeback has to be something innovative, but even releases where they play it safe, like Reve Festival Day 2 and "Umpah Umpah", they still have Red Velvet's "signature" sound.Queendom lacks the "wow" factor that their previous releases had. A big factor could possibly be because none of the songs scream "red velvet" and are sounds that we've heard by the group before. Albeit, not every comeback has to be something innovative, but even releases where they play it safe, like Reve Festival Day 2 and "Umpah Umpah", they still have Red Velvet's "signature" sound. The same cannot be said about Queendom. Hopefully, RV3 isn't as big as a disappointment as this was.… Expand
  28. REVESWIFT13
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Such a good album! Again Red Velvet proves that they have one of the best discographies of the whole kpop industry.
    My favorites are Knock On Wood and Better Be.
  29. Jamiemie
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    It's amazing how they can keep putting out good EPs and keep innovating after 7 years, the voices of red velvet really adapt very well, they never disappoint

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74

Generally favorable reviews - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. The Quietus
    Aug 26, 2021
    80
    While Queendom isn't the most impactful musical project of the year, it is definitely enjoyable - a light song sequence that follows the classical traits of the 90s and 00s western pop, when celebrating yourself and talking about mellow love through R&B-pop compositions (like 'Hello, Sunset') were part of the playbook. And it is full of simple, catchy and relatable lyrics with well-thought-out hooks.
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  2. PopMatters
    Aug 20, 2021
    80
    It’s easy to see why the bright and engaging “Queendom” is the lead single of the mini-album. But one truth about Red Velvet is that their albums often have some of the best b-sides in K-pop (like “Cool World”, “Body Talk”, “Kingdom Come”, and “Sunny Side Up!”). Queendom is no exception to that rule.
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  3. Beats Per Minute
    Aug 20, 2021
    80
    Their innate knack for pulling off whatever genre is thrown at them remains stronger than ever. It ticks all the boxes that fans would want for a Red Velvet album and has, naturally, great replay value.
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