Rolling Papers
by Wiz Khalifa
  • Record Label: Atlantic
  • Release Date: Mar 29, 2011
Metascore
59

Mixed or average reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 24
  3. Negative: 3 out of 24
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  1. Okayplayer
    Apr 7, 2011
    83
    In the end, the high points here are more than compelling enough to warrant repeated spins, and the weak spots are simply forgettable, not unlistenable.
  2. Entertainment Weekly
    Mar 28, 2011
    83
    Marijuana may not be legal, but Rolling Papers surely will be enjoyed and passed around among Wiz's fans.
  3. Consequence
    Apr 26, 2011
    80
    Rolling Papers may be Wiz Khalifa's studio debut and his breakthrough record, but as far as mainstream rap goes, it's far from it.
  5. BBC Music
    Mar 25, 2011
    80
    Thoughtful rap that deserves mainstream attention.
  6. cokemachineglow
    Apr 5, 2011
    77
    On Rolling Papers, Wiz Khalifa's personality shines through: unobscured, stoned, brilliant.
  7. Absolute Punk (Staff reviews)
    Apr 20, 2011
    75
    So make no mistake, Rolling Papers is unquestionably slick pop-rap candy, and there's nothing substantive to be found beneath the choking shroud of weed smoke.
  8. Pitchfork
    Apr 8, 2011
    72
    Call it mood music for the mindless.
  9. DJ Booth
    Aug 4, 2011
    70
    After Rolling Papers Wiz' fan base should expand significantly, as should the number of rap purists angry about his lack of rhyme skills, but complaining about his "rap" skills completely misses the point.
  10. Prefix Magazine
    Mar 29, 2011
    70
    Maybe it's my lowered expectations for major-label rap debuts, or the fact that I never had Wiz pegged for out-and-out greatness, but Rolling Papers sure feels like a qualified success. The album's high points earn Wiz forgiveness for his mistakes.
  11. AllMusic
    Mar 28, 2011
    70
    Just like any given Bone album, Khalifa's chilled and confused Rolling Papers is an acquired taste, and while it's misrepresented by its single and the mixtapes that surround it, it is purposeful mood music, perfect for bong loading or just hanging out.

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User Score
5.9

Mixed or average reviews- based on 76 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 41 out of 76
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 76
  3. Negative: 22 out of 76
  1. EPIXMAN15
    Dec 25, 2011
    1
    Tasteless garbage like most hip hop/Rap music is that literally talks about gang life, weed, and other stupid stuff. I honestly don't know whyTasteless garbage like most hip hop/Rap music is that literally talks about gang life, weed, and other stupid stuff. I honestly don't know why this trash is so popular these days we really need rock to be on top of the genres like back in the day.… Full Review »
  2. InLove
    May 16, 2011
    10
    this dude is absolutely amazing. yea his music is all about weed but there is nothing greater than an underground rapper coming into the lightthis dude is absolutely amazing. yea his music is all about weed but there is nothing greater than an underground rapper coming into the light and still being the same...dope. enough said… Full Review »
  3. homer4president
    Mar 11, 2015
    7
    This album is alright. I was expecting Wiz to do better, but there are a few good songs on here. I wouldn't buy the album though. I feel likeThis album is alright. I was expecting Wiz to do better, but there are a few good songs on here. I wouldn't buy the album though. I feel like Wiz is more of a mix tape artist though, he should stick to those.… Full Review »
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