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Universal acclaim- based on 3470 Ratings

  • Summary: The first new studio album for Beyoncé since 2016's Lemonade features contributions from 070 Shake, A.G. Cook, Mike Dean, Drake, Jay-Z, Labrinth, Skrillex, Tems, The-Dream, and The Neptunes.
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 26
  3. Negative: 0 out of 26
  1. Exclaim
    Aug 1, 2022
    100
    While less vulnerable than Lemonade, RENAISSANCE takes the reins as Beyoncé's grandest record to date because of the technical achievements in production and seemingly effortless experimentation without losing any of her lyrical cool. ... Beyoncé's RENAISSANCE is a modern classic.
  2. Entertainment Weekly
    Aug 2, 2022
    100
    The catalog of touchstones, samples, and cameos on Renaissance could double as a syllabus for a master class on the evolution of dance music as it has unfolded during Beyoncé's lifetime.
  3. The Line of Best Fit
    Jul 28, 2022
    90
    Renaissance is one of Beyoncé’s best albums to date: it doesn’t walk in the footsteps of its predecessors but instead makes its own path, going to places we didn’t think Beyoncé would go. The six years since her last effort have well and truly been worth the wait.
  4. HipHopDX
    Aug 4, 2022
    90
    Renaissance is both backward-looking and forward-thinking. A colorful, euphoric and glittery celebration of what has passed and what is still to come.
  5. Slant Magazine
    Jul 29, 2022
    80
    Due in part to its tonal variety and expert sequencing, Renaissance never feels monotonous, despite its near-relentless forward motion.
  6. Uncut
    Aug 31, 2022
    80
    Beyoncé's seventh solo album is a flawlessly structured feast. [Oct 2022, p.25]
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  7. Resident Advisor
    Aug 9, 2022
    60
    Beyoncé is clearly itching to experiment with her sound. This latest album may not be her most cohesive release, but it does come with a handful of well-executed surprises. ... The album falls flat when it tries too hard to immerse itself in a culture that does not belong to Beyoncé.

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  1. Positive: 1,697 out of 1878
  2. Mixed: 43 out of 1878
  3. Negative: 138 out of 1878
  1. Vermabhuvan
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    The sequencing and transition from one song to another is incredible. This is something new from the Queen. Please listen to this album withThe sequencing and transition from one song to another is incredible. This is something new from the Queen. Please listen to this album with an open mind, forget about the past projects from her, you will experience something new that you've never heard before.… Expand
  2. beatrizspedroso
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    This piece of art is exactly what we have been needing after these dificult years. It brings me so much joy and makes me feel so good aboutThis piece of art is exactly what we have been needing after these dificult years. It brings me so much joy and makes me feel so good about myself. I think it helps to brings out the confidence, love, hapiness and lot of different feelings that were supressed in every one. She outdid herself once again, there is a reason why they call her Queen. My favorite one it's definitly virgo's groove, followed by alien superstar and all up in your mind… Expand
  4. 0987
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Very unusual album from Beyonce. Although not a masterpiece like Lemonade was, I like how it is pretty unusual and in some cases strange. TheVery unusual album from Beyonce. Although not a masterpiece like Lemonade was, I like how it is pretty unusual and in some cases strange. The best thing about this album is how the songs are "mixed" and transit immediatelly from one to next one; like Madonna's Confessions on a Dance Floor. Ny favourites: I'm That Girl, Alien Superstar and America Has A Problem.… Expand
  5. andersonemnzs
    Aug 1, 2022
    10
    Esse é o álbum que eu precisava: diferente, inovador, dançante, inclusivo. Beyoncé mais uma vez nos mostrou seu alcançe: completamente foraEsse é o álbum que eu precisava: diferente, inovador, dançante, inclusivo. Beyoncé mais uma vez nos mostrou seu alcançe: completamente fora das expectativas, mas dentro da excelência de Beyoncé.… Expand
  6. odanielrod
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    25 years into her career and she’s never had a a bad album! Renaissance is her most liberating yet the sound is a new take on house and disco25 years into her career and she’s never had a a bad album! Renaissance is her most liberating yet the sound is a new take on house and disco and her voice is still versatile and crisp.… Expand
  7. Yanagitani
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    A cohesive album that immerses every trace of your soul into a paradise, where everything is perfect. It takes you to the dance floor andA cohesive album that immerses every trace of your soul into a paradise, where everything is perfect. It takes you to the dance floor and doesn't make you tired of listening and dancing.… Expand
  8. Alex212121
    Aug 30, 2022
    0
    Hi guys I'm a working in Frontend services providing company, Which also provide Cross Platform Mobile Development Service, so lookingHi guys I'm a working in Frontend services providing company, Which also provide Cross Platform Mobile Development Service, so looking forward to on it
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