Royalty
by Chris Brown
  • Record Label: RCA
  • Release Date: Dec 18, 2015
User Score
6.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 82 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 53 out of 82
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 82
  3. Negative: 20 out of 82
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  1. Skyfals
    Jan 17, 2016
    9
    This is my first Chris Brown album, and i have to stay it's as good a start as anything. The first half is composed of bedroom music like "Back to Sleep", and a few dance tracks that are perfect for the disco, like "Zero". Towards the end though, it softens slightly, to songs like "Proof", which is about a man trying to show his women he isn't cheating, and it caps off with "Little MoreThis is my first Chris Brown album, and i have to stay it's as good a start as anything. The first half is composed of bedroom music like "Back to Sleep", and a few dance tracks that are perfect for the disco, like "Zero". Towards the end though, it softens slightly, to songs like "Proof", which is about a man trying to show his women he isn't cheating, and it caps off with "Little More (Royalty)" which is dedicated to Chris's own daughter, Royalty. The deluxe edition tracks are all stars, "U Did It" is my personal favourite.

    My only complaint is that Chris has said that this album is about growth and his new maturity. Yet, there are a few songs like "Liquor", and "Picture Me Rollin", that are your average songs about drinking and sex. Nothing special, and nothing really mature. Since these tracks are focused on the first half of the album, you could argue that it still shows growth, showing his reckless youth, and more mature, soulful sounds in the second half.

    Either the way, Royalty is an amazing album, than i would recommend to any music fan.    … Expand
  2. RoyaltySound
    May 29, 2016
    10
    This album is A masterpiece, i found it better than his previous album. The best tracks are "zero", a dafpunk-inspired song, with an awesome funky vibe, "no filter"' an other beautiful disco-funk track, "Back to sleep" an exelent throwback to old-school R&B, and "picture me rollin", a g-funk track that reminds me works by tupac. The only 2 tracks that i didn't like were "Wrist" andThis album is A masterpiece, i found it better than his previous album. The best tracks are "zero", a dafpunk-inspired song, with an awesome funky vibe, "no filter"' an other beautiful disco-funk track, "Back to sleep" an exelent throwback to old-school R&B, and "picture me rollin", a g-funk track that reminds me works by tupac. The only 2 tracks that i didn't like were "Wrist" and "discover", but the rest of the album is gold… Expand
  3. Mybustha
    Jun 1, 2016
    10
    One hell of an album. never boring, all the songs have different genres and styles. The best song on the album is "Zero", a masterpiece, but other beautiful songs are the sweet "Little More", the funky "No filter" and the psychedelic "Liquor". This album is a beautiful tavel, that i suggest to everyone
  4. Yelawolf
    Jun 1, 2016
    10
    I'm not a big Chris Brown's fan, but this album rocks, in this album you can find a lot of enjoyable tracks, it surprised me, i thought it was worse, but it satisfied me. The best songs are "Picture me rollin", "Zero", "No filter" and "little more"
  5. Bringman
    Jan 3, 2016
    10
    The best Chris Brown's album, there is a lot of R&B and funk in this album, but also dance tracks. The best songs are "Back to sleep" (a great R&B track), "No Flter" (a Disco/funk track that remind MJ), "Picture Me Rollin'" (a G-funk track, in the style of Nate dogg and 2pac), "Zero" (a great Disco/funk track), "Blue Jeans" (an other Disco/funk track, really beautiful) and "Fine by Me" (aThe best Chris Brown's album, there is a lot of R&B and funk in this album, but also dance tracks. The best songs are "Back to sleep" (a great R&B track), "No Flter" (a Disco/funk track that remind MJ), "Picture Me Rollin'" (a G-funk track, in the style of Nate dogg and 2pac), "Zero" (a great Disco/funk track), "Blue Jeans" (an other Disco/funk track, really beautiful) and "Fine by Me" (a great Dance/R&B track)… Expand
  6. Deivide
    Jan 2, 2016
    8
    In ROYALTY Chris Brown showed that it is possible to bounce back and do it again a wonderful R & B album. With Hip-Hop hooks and sounds of Disco Music, Royalty manages to surprise and give you desire to hear more and more. Unlike past albums, Brown is much friendlier their true musical essence
  7. MusicNerd
    Dec 22, 2015
    10
    This is one of Breezy's one of the most quality albums he put out so far. Love him or hate him, you can't deny this man's talent. This album is for everybody when it comes to mainstream music. Standout tracks: Discover & Proof.
  8. Nonbias7000
    Dec 22, 2015
    8
    One of the most interesting and unique projects Chris Brown has put out till date. Much different from his previous studio albums. First half of the album is filled with bedroom baby making music and infectious dance club tracks that will get anyone on their feet and dancing. the second half mellows down and seems (if you'll pardon the word) moist at times. Then come the 4 Deluxe tracksOne of the most interesting and unique projects Chris Brown has put out till date. Much different from his previous studio albums. First half of the album is filled with bedroom baby making music and infectious dance club tracks that will get anyone on their feet and dancing. the second half mellows down and seems (if you'll pardon the word) moist at times. Then come the 4 Deluxe tracks from which 3 out of the 4 should have made the Standard album. All in all it's a solid effort from Breezy and the album has certainly surpassed my expectations.… Expand
  9. DemonRebuilt
    Jan 31, 2016
    4
    Royalty is like the B side to X, which wasn't that great in the first place. The majority of songs are extremely lacking lyrically and Breezy's vocals can't make up for it. The title song was a diamond in the rough.
  10. ben_zo77
    Jan 1, 2016
    4
    I was looking forward to seeing whether Chris Brown could put out his first quality release artistically, but this album is exceedingly mediocre. I'd personally call it below average. Breezy remains without a career-validating classic, which is frustrating considering his talent. It's remarkable how he manages to continually release bad albums in spite of his gift. Maybe he'll neverI was looking forward to seeing whether Chris Brown could put out his first quality release artistically, but this album is exceedingly mediocre. I'd personally call it below average. Breezy remains without a career-validating classic, which is frustrating considering his talent. It's remarkable how he manages to continually release bad albums in spite of his gift. Maybe he'll never release a quality record. ~ 4.4/10
    Best track: "Make Love"    … Expand
  11. WANGWEST
    May 31, 2016
    9
    This album is pretty well made, Chris Brown makes me forget all his troubles that cost him much of his career and has electro-pop songs like Anyway, dance songs like Zero and slow jam electro-R&B song Back to Sleep, this album is something I would suggest to any music fan.
  12. Vladimirovicic
    Jun 6, 2016
    10
    This album is a heavy, well-produced and multicolored album, it starts with the best song on the album, "Back to Sleep", a groovy slowjam that shows that R&B is still alive. The rest of the album is varied, it has funk songs, EDM tracks, underground productions, etc...

    In 18 tracks this album never disappoints, this proof that sometimes venture various sounds can be a good way to do    This album is a heavy, well-produced and multicolored album, it starts with the best song on the album, "Back to Sleep", a groovy slowjam that shows that R&B is still alive. The rest of the album is varied, it has funk songs, EDM tracks, underground productions, etc...

    In 18 tracks this album never disappoints, this proof that sometimes venture various sounds can be a good way to do music

    Best tracks: Back to Sleep, Zero, No filter, Little More    … Expand
  13. Mybabyblue
    Jan 15, 2017
    7
    This album is well made, songs like "Zero" and "Fine by me" are very enjoyable, but sometimes it loses syle like on the songs "Proof" and "Discover", and it would be so much better if this album, that is dedicated to his daughter, would have more than just one song dedicated to her, but his good production make me forget about that. Cool album
  14. Recon97
    Sep 29, 2017
    4
    SNOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOORE Nothing happens on this album! I nearly fell asleep listening to this! Its not... awful, but it has really down beat and boring production, Chris sounds like he needs sleep, and the lyrics are...bad... "Oh, man, you drugged me? That turns me on, come here!!" 4/10
  15. hornysoul
    Oct 14, 2018
    8
    O melhor álbum de Chris Brown, definitivamente, até à data. "Royalty" não é aborrecido, é divertido e todas as músicas exibem vertentes diferentes. Destaques para "Back To Sleep" (uma verdadeira música R&B), "Liquor", "Zero" e "No Filter".
  16. CHristianLamar
    Jun 11, 2019
    9
    This album is an underrated album of Chris's discography. It shows much musical growth, and the video's show his ability if story telling, while putting the songs that having accompanying videos in nonlinear order makes the album more intriguing. It is not as cohesive as X, but more throwback and interesting when it comes to not only the music and videos, but the dedication of the album toThis album is an underrated album of Chris's discography. It shows much musical growth, and the video's show his ability if story telling, while putting the songs that having accompanying videos in nonlinear order makes the album more intriguing. It is not as cohesive as X, but more throwback and interesting when it comes to not only the music and videos, but the dedication of the album to his daughter, Royalty Brown. 9/10=A-… Expand
  17. Andermax
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Muito bom ...r&b contemporâneo jsnsnnnsnnanansnjsnsnnsbsbsbabbabsbsbabbadndnsb
  18. Karendeaquiino
    Sep 6, 2019
    10
    Todo álbum é maravilhoso, e eu amo o fato dele ter feito o que pretendia em X seu mine filme ❤
  19. julio2117
    Aug 14, 2020
    9
    chris brown innovando muchísimo de su ultimo álbum en solitario "X" con muchas canciones en solitario en comparación a sus proyectos anteriores, no su mejor proyecto pero si de los mejores en lo variado en su contenido.
  20. BustaDimes
    Mar 16, 2022
    8
    This album to me marked the moment when Breezy decided to stick to his street sound. He wasn't afraid of showcasing his gifts or pour his soul out on this record. It tells a story where he's lost between a failing relationship and debauchery, finding his unapologetic mindset his only assurance. Its last track dedicated to his daughter, being a severe U turn, gives an unexpected ending,This album to me marked the moment when Breezy decided to stick to his street sound. He wasn't afraid of showcasing his gifts or pour his soul out on this record. It tells a story where he's lost between a failing relationship and debauchery, finding his unapologetic mindset his only assurance. Its last track dedicated to his daughter, being a severe U turn, gives an unexpected ending, with him finding the right way outside his troubled feelings and bad boy mindset, thanks to his newborn daughter.

    The absence of a sonic script differentiates this outing from his other albums, but, while offering hits of various genres, make this album flow a little bit worse than it could. Besides the horribly produced "Anyway", and a couple of fillers, Royalty has some huge gems to offer. "Discover", with his dreamy-druggy production, and Brown's incredible vocal performance, really brings out lovesickness in a charming, sorrowful, way. "Zero" is the quintessential disco/funk record, offering an engaging bad-boy look. "Picture me rollin'" travels from g-funk, R&B and trap, blending them on a hood-anthem that showcases Brown's talent, and musical brilliance. "Back 2 Sleep" might just be one of thhe best R&B songs ever. This album has its ups and downs, but the ups are too up to be overlooked and not considered for their greatness.

    The cover art portraying him with his eyes closed, shirtless, covered in tattoos, wearing a luxurious ring and an iced out gold watch, holding his daughter while sleeping, surely gives a tender feel, when you take a first look. But after listening to the album, it looks gangsta as hell.    … Expand

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59

Mixed or average reviews - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. Complex
    Dec 23, 2015
    40
    Royalty is many things all at once though much of it is not particularly good.
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  2. Los Angeles Times
    Dec 21, 2015
    80
    The music carries a convincing bad-guy energy that’s all the more potent for its sweet, often luscious textures. Its recklessness travels in a clear direction.
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  3. AllMusic
    Dec 21, 2015
    50
    The majority of what follows is a qualitative step back from previous solo album X.
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