The Lion King: The Gift
by Beyoncé
  • Record Label: Parkwood
  • Release Date: Jul 19, 2019
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8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 1106 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 27 out of 1106
  3. Negative: 117 out of 1106
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  1. galisep
    Oct 17, 2022
    10
    MAGNIFICENT. PERFECT. BEAUTIFUL. MASTERPIECE. I love this album so much. The Afro beats are perfect and the visuals are beautiful
  2. Aleknowles
    Aug 23, 2022
    10
    Beyonce is a living legend of our time, undervalued for the great artist who is none like her
    The greats masterpiece
  3. naomexecomahive
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. . Slay Queen Slay Queen Slay Queen Slay Queen Slay Queen Slay Queen Slay Queen Slay Queen… Expand
  4. AceYejii
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    This album is perfect. Her vocals are amazing and this is such a cohesive body of work with different artists. No skips. You have to listen to all the songs. Thank you Beyoncé for this masterpiece !
  5. jonantlew
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    This album aged like fine wine! Beyoncé absolutely knows what she's doing regardless of the genre
  6. Matt23
    Aug 1, 2022
    10
    Afrobeat and love for her inner soul. From Europe we feel her embrace to Africa and all people that feel abandoned by the mass media society. Love this Queen
  7. Maund
    Jul 30, 2022
    10
    This album is honestly so slay it gets no recognition at all tho. An album that gives u find your way back, otherside, my power, bigger, Nile, mood 4 eva, and brown skin girl is a 10/10
  8. KinsellaLBK
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Such an incredible cohesive body of work that never gets old. TIMELESS CLASSIC
  9. submnibiriyae
    Jul 16, 2022
    10
    Good soundtrack. BIGGER takes me to another world, and the Deluxe Edition with BLACK PARADE breaks my soul. The African roots in this album make me say: MOTHAAARRRRRR.
  10. All_ButTrU4
    Jun 20, 2022
    3
    Not in fact a gift. Im so grateful this is just a soundtrack album as if it had been a solo studio release it would be a return to the inconsistent albums of the 2000's. Choking on it's "africa" aesthetic it takes little effort for the record to feel like a gimmick. They are higlights such as "powa" which is a club ready thrill that allows smaller artists(some from my country) to shine orNot in fact a gift. Im so grateful this is just a soundtrack album as if it had been a solo studio release it would be a return to the inconsistent albums of the 2000's. Choking on it's "africa" aesthetic it takes little effort for the record to feel like a gimmick. They are higlights such as "powa" which is a club ready thrill that allows smaller artists(some from my country) to shine or the ever growing notch in Beyonce belt of empowerment anthems " brown skin girl" tags her daughter(who would win a grammy for it )in celebrating the beauty that is black women. But the rest is genuinely frustrating such as the lifeless "mood4eva" or the irritating "biggger".… Expand
  11. introandreww
    Jun 18, 2022
    8
    Excellent album. It may need a few listen to be fully appreciated. Beyoncé never disappoints and these features are almost all good. Only a few songs ("Don't Jealous Me", "Ja Ara E", "Nile", and "Scar) aren't my cup of tea.
  12. Arethah
    Nov 25, 2021
    0
    Boring I mean BORING album, the same old trap beat is another desperate Beyoncé move to get hits buts failed so badly lmao
  13. ROBYWON
    Sep 5, 2021
    9
    Is Beyoncé African? Maybe Creole? African American? Or simply a woman talking to other women? It remains a mystery. The Lion King, a film about self-discovery, relationship to the fragile circle of life and love for all creatures, sees the American singer-songwriter committed to giving a spirit to this world marked by self-centeredness. The right artist, who has been able to dig into herIs Beyoncé African? Maybe Creole? African American? Or simply a woman talking to other women? It remains a mystery. The Lion King, a film about self-discovery, relationship to the fragile circle of life and love for all creatures, sees the American singer-songwriter committed to giving a spirit to this world marked by self-centeredness. The right artist, who has been able to dig into her soul over the years. Maybe she got lost in too elaborate videos giving less space to the tracks. A good work, for those who are looking for new boundaries.… Expand
  14. Misterdiony
    May 17, 2021
    4
    The album itself is far from being the best but also not the worst. Though I have to complement Beyoncé and/or her management team, no one can beat those brand marketing strategies.
  15. diol-
    Mar 22, 2021
    10
    white people are about to be madddddd i just know it this was black empowering
  16. cuzinho1
    Mar 19, 2021
    0
    The guest spots occasionally overshadow the star. The Beyoncé-led tracks are of distinctly variable quality. For every song as good as the brilliant Black Skin Girl or Mood 4 Eva, there is something underwhelming. ... It’s an album, then, that ably displays her excellent taste, rather than a great Beyoncé album per se.
  17. LISOCHIKOTOSA
    Mar 6, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is probably my favorite soundtrack i have ever heard. It is nothing short of brilliant and excellent. The songs are in sync with the Lion King Movie as they celebrate the black identity and self discovery that is central to the film. Afrobeats was seamlessly fused with R&B and Hip Hop to create a great sound that unites black people all around, it was an insurmountable feat and Beyonce is the only artist who could have taken the initiative to bring all these people and sounds together. It has some lovely ballads like Spirit and Otherside in which Beyonce delivers riveting and powerful vocals. It has a badass female empowerment anthem in My Power which i will always listen to in the gym. It has the epic and grand collaboration Mood 4 Eva with a great Oumou Sangare sample and a great outro by Childish Gambino. Find Your Way Back is a great song with a bridge by Bankulli which you will sing along to without really knowing a word lol. Not to forget the afrobeats banger, Dont jEALOUS mE which will have you on your feet dancing and Water with Pharell and Salatiel which will make you move your body, the way God intended it. Its just a great concise project with so many epic and heartfelt moments.… Expand
  18. Louisbad
    Dec 14, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing in everything. Beyoncé always give me the force that I nedd to live.… Expand
  19. musicalmarvell
    Nov 11, 2020
    9
    "The Lion King: The Gift" is an astounding album that really everyone and I looked over and thought nothing of. Looking at it after a few listens a year later, Beyoncé really made something extraordinary with this release. Through the carefully crafted, brilliant production, she showcases the traditional sounds and culture of Africa as we've never heard them before. She basically took what"The Lion King: The Gift" is an astounding album that really everyone and I looked over and thought nothing of. Looking at it after a few listens a year later, Beyoncé really made something extraordinary with this release. Through the carefully crafted, brilliant production, she showcases the traditional sounds and culture of Africa as we've never heard them before. She basically took what "The Lion King" had and made it grander. The vocals, both from Beyoncé and the incredible featured artists, really make this album great. Overall, "The Gift" is different, unique, and a must-hear, whether or not you like Beyoncé.… Expand
  20. AlexSans
    Sep 16, 2020
    1
    Un álbum muy raro mensajes sin sentido letras sin sentido y ritmos y melodías algo pésimas no me gusto
  21. atanganeli
    Sep 1, 2020
    8
    ''The Lion King: The Gift" is really an album that takes me elsewhere. Whenever I listen, the vocals of Beyoncé and her partners together with the sonority present in the songs, take me to the most beautiful African savannah and make me dance, cry and reflect with all the fight against racism and black power imposed on the album.
    Thank you Beyoncé for bringing one of the best sounds of    ''The Lion King: The Gift" is really an album that takes me elsewhere. Whenever I listen, the vocals of Beyoncé and her partners together with the sonority present in the songs, take me to the most beautiful African savannah and make me dance, cry and reflect with all the fight against racism and black power imposed on the album.
    Thank you Beyoncé for bringing one of the best sounds of 2019/2020    … Expand
  22. Edgarflores17
    Aug 29, 2020
    1
    Un álbum nada comercial letras raras y sin mucho sentido, y muchas simbologias extrañas y letras extrañas nada bueno ni especial.
  23. marcelicious
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    I remember when this album out, warm day and big headphones on my head. Playing "Bigger" as a first song just made me wow how precious is this song with her strong and expressive voice. Every other song was new for me with how it sounds. I listened this album again because I had to and I felt in love.
    If you were put out this album with Black Is King it were be more sucesfull as it deserve.
  24. matheuscordeiro
    Aug 28, 2020
    0
    After an album like Lemonade, Beyoncé returns in one of his worst strategies to stay relevant in the market.
  25. blogdothyago
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    my queen never lets me down amazing album very well produced and each track better than the other I dance a lot to the sound of FIND YOUR WAY BACK, WATER, MY POWER
  26. vagnerml
    Aug 25, 2020
    10
    perfeição cultural, grandeza em sua história ser porta voz de tantas representatividades
  27. Nuninhos
    Aug 10, 2020
    10
    Album LINDO!!!!!! Muito bem produzido com uma sonoridade marcante e menssagens muito poderosas. Incrivel o fato da Bey ter convidado artistas africanos para o projeto pois ficou muito mais organico e sinsero com td a sua originalidade e sonoridade africana como tambem o sotaque dos convidados africanos q deu uma marca ao album. Mais um projeto incriver com curadoria da Beyonce, afinal nAlbum LINDO!!!!!! Muito bem produzido com uma sonoridade marcante e menssagens muito poderosas. Incrivel o fato da Bey ter convidado artistas africanos para o projeto pois ficou muito mais organico e sinsero com td a sua originalidade e sonoridade africana como tambem o sotaque dos convidados africanos q deu uma marca ao album. Mais um projeto incriver com curadoria da Beyonce, afinal n poderiamos esperar menos d uma das artistas mais importantes da música. OBRIGADO BEYONCÈ!!!!!!!… Expand
  28. diogo_nunes
    Aug 5, 2020
    10
    realmente é uma carta d amor para a África!!!! O album é lindo e mosta toda a linda musicalidade africana com artistas africanos o q traz uma importancia e qualidade ainda maior. Obrigado Rainha!!!!
  29. Raffaon
    Aug 4, 2020
    10
    Depois da narrativa musical trazida em Black is King este álbum foi completamente ressignificado a patamares colossais
  30. valkb
    Aug 2, 2020
    10
    GIRL she did again, BEYONCÉ is the most talent artist in the world, oh i'm sorry... IN UNIVERSE. This album is so munumental and so important.
  31. DBlackD
    Jul 31, 2020
    10
    Este é um dos projetos mais lindos da Beyoncé. Depois do lançamento de Black Is King, The Gift vem com um outro sabor
  32. Valtean
    Jul 19, 2019
    10
    Excelência. Essa é a palavra que resume todo o trabalho e esforço de Beyoncé. Álbum incrível, coeso e viciante.
  33. isaquelusca
    Jul 31, 2020
    10
    This album still fresh after a year. From the lyrics to melody, beyoncé show her love to the black culture in a very respectful and beautiful way.
  34. Silvaedu
    Jul 31, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Eu sou apaixonado por esse álbum, seriamenteeeeeee. BEYONCE O MUNDO É SEU, SAIBA DISSO… Expand
  35. Leeosr
    Jul 19, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. ÁLBUM MARAVILHOSO!! ❤️ UMA OBRA DE ARTE, BEYONCÉ COMO SEMPRE NUNCA NOS DECEPCIONA. ÍCONE!… Expand
  36. Lucazst
    Jul 31, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Único e impecável. À anos Beyoncé traz um trabalho com excelência e entregando sempre uma mensagem importante, com certeza a maior da indústria.… Expand
  37. adityathok
    Jul 28, 2020
    10
    A great body of work and Beyoncé really delved into yet another genre. She is so versatile and always produces a quality album
  38. Swiftie82837
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    No geral, funciona e é outra jóia em sua coroa - uma que ela, em geral, pode se orgulhar de chamar de dela.
  39. Lucasbig
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    A beautiful representation of black African culture. From Beyoncé is singing in Swahili to Long Kenyan beats. This immaculate album showcases precolonial African beauty at its finest alongside Beyoncé and her beautiful vocals and lyrical genius.
  40. Czernell
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Impecável. Perfeito. Maravilhoso. Beyoncé, como sempre, servindo excelência.
  41. heymath
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    The Gift is an album that transcends being a mere movie soundtrack. The woman of the decade handpicks from Africa’s finest artists in order to curate a masterpiece that blends afrobeats, movie interludes, and powerful vocals into a concoction.
  42. Luanolimaio
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Totalmente coeso e importante, a forma como ela traz reconhecimento para cantores e artistas africanos com essa obra é sensacional
  43. Brandonflawless
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Super excited for Black is king! This album was well thought out and loved the movie
  44. Aragaomatt
    Jul 19, 2019
    10
    Foi muito além das minhas expectativas. Realmente Beyoncé entregou mais um obra de arte.
  45. DiogoCarter
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Obra perfeita e pouco valorizada. Ainda bem que ela vai lançar o filme BLACK IS KING para mostrar a riqueza desse álbum.
  46. AlejandroR
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un increíble álbum. Las canciones pudieran ser un éxito con una promoción y hubieran sido excelentes para formar parte del séptimo álbum de estudio de Beyoncé.… Expand
  47. poggerew
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    O álbum é uma celebração ao povo negro, mais especificamente à África e sua música. Beyoncé não apenas tornou o gênero Afrobeat mais pronunciado, ela foi ofuscada pelos vocais estelares e pelas performances de algumas de nossas mentes mais criativas. Lendária.
  48. NiciMac
    Jun 1, 2020
    10
    An underrated masterpiece. The respect Beyonce shows for African artists, by giving them the lead on multiple songs is wonderful to see. The talent of these artists is showcased well on this project. Its also noteworthy that the album follows the arc of the movie, which is an impressive feat as this story arch meshes naturally with the artist's own messages: Ranging from black empowermentAn underrated masterpiece. The respect Beyonce shows for African artists, by giving them the lead on multiple songs is wonderful to see. The talent of these artists is showcased well on this project. Its also noteworthy that the album follows the arc of the movie, which is an impressive feat as this story arch meshes naturally with the artist's own messages: Ranging from black empowerment to deep introspection of Lion King characters. In my eyes, this is Beyonce's finest work to date, and it is so painfully underrated by the American audience. My Power moves me to tears every time I hear it - That message is so strong.… Expand
  49. Almisko
    May 29, 2020
    10
    Beyoncé respects artists so much- small or big. Her craft is...wow. Amazing Afro Beats. Already, Bigger, Otherside, Spirit,... all amazing.
  50. greedybadidea
    May 29, 2020
    8
    *This review only refers to tracks featuring Beyoncé*
    Beyoncé's surprise release of her 'The Lion King' inspired project is one of the most authentic pieces of art. I might not have enjoyed every song on this record, but I certainly loved the African themed production and I appreciate that every artist on the album is of African descent. It's a beautiful homage to Africa which is what    *This review only refers to tracks featuring Beyoncé*
    Beyoncé's surprise release of her 'The Lion King' inspired project is one of the most authentic pieces of art. I might not have enjoyed every song on this record, but I certainly loved the African themed production and I appreciate that every artist on the album is of African descent. It's a beautiful homage to Africa which is what 'The Lion King' is supposed to be, so Bey did what needed to be done. The main issue is the featured artists not holding their own all of the time and also some of the tracks attempt to do too much at once and it becomes confused and crowded, but a lot of the tracks do truly show the beauty of African culture and I believe that is the true win for the project.

    Album Track Ranking:
    1. BIGGER
    2. SPIRIT
    3. OTHERSIDE
    4. BROWN SKIN GIRL (feat. SAINt JHN, Wizkid & Blue Ivy)
    5. WATER (feat. Salatiel & Pharrell Williams)
    6. MOOD 4 EVA (feat. JAY Z & Childish Gambino)
    7. FIND YOUE WAY BACK
    8. ALREADY (feat. Shatta Wale & Major Lazer)
    9. NILE (feat. Kendrick Lamar)
    10. MY POWER (feat. Tierra Whack, Moonchild Sanelly, Nija, DJ Lag, Busiswa & Yemi Alade)    … Expand
  51. NileSaint
    May 17, 2020
    10
    The Lion King: The Gift is a soundtrack album unlike any other. It is a masterfully crafted auditorial experience that is, quite fittingly, a gift to Africa. It has countless interwoven narrative and musical themes with many layers to unpack, all soaked fresh within the bounds of the Lion King universe.
  52. Daadamz
    Mar 27, 2020
    9
    These diverse, inspiring collaborations of artists of the now & the stars of tomorrow are nearly perfectly curated by the entertainer of our times — King Bey.
  53. GregPontes3
    Sep 24, 2019
    10
    Esse, álbum especialmente feito para essaltar a cultura africana, isso é um marco, pessoas brancas nunca entenderão o que esse álbum representa
  54. victorialiewind
    Sep 20, 2019
    8
    There are too much people on the album and there are not so many good songs. This experiment has flopped and Beyonce needs to stop doing that stupid game.
  55. dlwlrma
    Sep 19, 2019
    10
    Mais um trabalho incrível e ambicioso. Beyoncé sempre se reinventa e dessa vez não foi diferente. Sem buscar reconhecimento popular ela entrega um álbum repleto de colaborações com artistas pouco conhecidos.
    Mostrando que sua vontade de aparecer em charts é cada vez menor e o desejo de entrar pra história como uma artista revolucionária é cada vez maior, mesmo já tendo sua marca como    Mais um trabalho incrível e ambicioso. Beyoncé sempre se reinventa e dessa vez não foi diferente. Sem buscar reconhecimento popular ela entrega um álbum repleto de colaborações com artistas pouco conhecidos.
    Mostrando que sua vontade de aparecer em charts é cada vez menor e o desejo de entrar pra história como uma artista revolucionária é cada vez maior, mesmo já tendo sua marca como artista da década.    … Expand
  56. Gimidian
    Sep 16, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Beyoncé always give to us everthing that we need, she's the best, thank you B… Expand
  57. AfricanQueen
    Sep 15, 2019
    8
    Essendo africana questa è il mio dominio.
    Already è una canzone perfetta che rappresenta i sound della musica africana del momento. Ha collaborato con i più famosi artisti del panorama africano che sono felice di conoscerli come Yemi Alade, Tiwa Savage etc Tra l'altro ottimo lavoro con Wizkid, Brown Skin Girl è un ottimo brano merita un video
  58. Washingtonfr
    Sep 11, 2019
    10
    Se faz necessário ouvir uma obra como esta para ter orgulho cada vez mais de se reafirmar como integrante da população negra. Nossa alegria, nossa batida, nossa vida e o legado orgulhoso de nossos ancestrais africanos são muito bem retratados através do "The Gift".
    It makes necessary to listen an album like this to be proud of reaffirming yourself as a Black population member. Our    Se faz necessário ouvir uma obra como esta para ter orgulho cada vez mais de se reafirmar como integrante da população negra. Nossa alegria, nossa batida, nossa vida e o legado orgulhoso de nossos ancestrais africanos são muito bem retratados através do "The Gift".
    It makes necessary to listen an album like this to be proud of reaffirming yourself as a Black population member. Our happiness, our beat, our lives and the proud legacy of our ancestors are very well portrayed by "The Gift"!    … Expand
  59. Mariaedu2212
    Jul 22, 2019
    10
    Álbum incrível, retrata bem a cultura africana, as letras das músicas são incríveis, tudo que essa mulher faz é maravilhoso.
  60. jermainerussell
    Sep 1, 2019
    0
    No no no no no no no no no no noooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo
  61. snsknowles
    Jul 19, 2019
    10
    A qualidade desse álbum tá extremamente perfeita. Estou muito impactado com o tamanho dessa obra. Obrigada Beyoncé!!!
  62. Max_Vito
    Aug 31, 2019
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Boring. Flopped for a reason..............................................................................… Expand
  63. Lucas-carvalho
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    This is THE BEST ALBUM OF BEYONCE (And I mean It).
    Pharrell and Major Lazer deserves highlights by their amazing jobs
  64. luanaoliveira
    Aug 25, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mais uma vez Beyoncé nos entrega um trabalho IMPECÁVEL e de grande representatividade.… Expand
  65. BeysBugg04
    Aug 25, 2019
    10
    Beyoncé ability to seamlessly maneuver through any genre of music never seems to not amaze me. A true testament to her musicality and versatility as an artists. She really is one of the greatest of our time.
  66. ArethaFranklin
    Aug 24, 2019
    0
    Ummm......... I........ I........ Hmmm........ I'm gonna pass on that one...
  67. MarshallCavalli
    Aug 16, 2019
    6
    This was an interesting concept for an album, but this is something that isn't meant for me. I would rather listen to Homecoming again.
  68. Pedro2908
    Aug 11, 2019
    10
    O álbum uma obra de arte africana. Incrível a cultura expressa nela e conhecendo cada artista desse continente
  69. ivanhugo
    Aug 6, 2019
    7
    Um álbum que traz muita representatividade imersas no universo de um dos clássicos da Disney. Mesmo sem hits em potencial, Beyoncé traz uma sonoridade diferente com letras belíssimas.
  70. theblackvessel
    Aug 6, 2019
    7
    Beyoncé entrega um álbum um pouco bagunçado que diverge com o filme, as ainda assim consegue agradar com a maioria das faixas.
  71. Mcarol611
    Aug 1, 2019
    10
    Beyonce outdoes herself everytime! A true artist and activist. And even with all that she has accomplished, I still believe she is underestimated.
  72. williammonster
    Aug 1, 2019
    7
    Álbum é bom, tem algumas músicas boas!
    Uma das minhas favorita, é BIGGER!
  73. gustaquica
    Jul 30, 2019
    10
    A very successful introduction of afro-beat to the general public in the US and elsewhere. Beyoncé never disapoints, and this is no exception. She has never been heard in this style before and this sounds like a very promissing album to be nominated along HOMECOMING for album of the year at the 2020 Grammy awards.
  74. aamunch
    Jul 29, 2019
    10
    A confident Beyoncé shares Africa to the World by collaborating with an All-Black Ensemble to create this masterpiece that complements the beautiful tale of The Lion King. The intention to curate music for people is beautifully done. The tracks 'BROWN SKIN GIRL', 'MOOD 4 EVA', and 'BIGGER' are stand-outs and anthemic to celebrate ones' culture, heritage, and success.
  75. riick0496
    Jul 29, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Un álbum que rescata sonidos y referencias de los pueblos africanos, además dando una plataforma para que muchas personas conozcan la riqueza que tiene África en su música.… Expand
  76. ClassyAnthony
    Jul 29, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. LOVE IT! Real music that will stand the test of time. All love to the Queen.… Expand
  77. Panchogul
    Jul 29, 2019
    10
    Me encanta, tiene un sonido hipnótico que te pone en la atmósfera de la película sintiéndose también como algo enteramente propio y diferente a la vez.
  78. Louisknit
    Jul 28, 2019
    10
    Wow what an album full of amazing songs! See for yourself
  79. Nohemi
    Jul 28, 2019
    10
    Great album. Never seen afrobeats mixed and mastered this clean in my life.
  80. mac06
    Jul 28, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Even though this is a soundtrack album, Beyoncé K. proved once again why she has been a star in many decades in the music industry, this collaboration album is so rich and complete with the interludes it tells a story. Very well done.… Expand
  81. Nojh
    Jul 28, 2019
    10
    Most amazing thing I've heard in a while! I still listen to certain songs daily.
  82. ernipops
    Jul 28, 2019
    10
    amazing album! favourite tracks are Bigger, Water, Brown Skin Girl, Mood 4 Eva
  83. Beyoncefannnn
    Jul 28, 2019
    10
    Beautiful production, this felt like a very heartfelt gift from her to us.
  84. illiterateFraud
    Jul 28, 2019
    0
    This album was awful, much like all of her work. I heard they shipped them to stores but they got shipped back
  85. ATRLIsTrash
    Jul 28, 2019
    0
    Horrible album. Beyoncé is definition of being overrated, but of course her fans will buy everything she releases.
  86. Keyawncee
    Jul 27, 2019
    10
    This is an amazing album that’s managed to capture the beauty of African music that hasn’t been done on such a mass scale before. She’s given a platform for more African like music to break through the international barriers that once held it back from mainstream success
  87. ravenvenom
    Jul 26, 2019
    1
    HORRENDOUS! No wonder this album sold a humiliating 900 copies in the UK. It is sonic torture. Beyonce has consistently been going down hill for years! She hasn't had a real hit since Single Ladies and her last three albums have been awful. She's too Americanised and making rubbish R&B/rap music that doesn't connect with anyone outside of American. AWFUL!
  88. williamwrms
    Jul 26, 2019
    10
    Beyoncé's voice is amazing in itself. The curating and mixing work of interlude and tracks has enriched the album, and we have songs that inspire us to look at African culture. No words to describe the exciting bigger.
  89. HoneyBey
    Jul 26, 2019
    10
    The queen has done it again ! We see a perfect example of how to meld a genre together while incorporating a signature flare to it only accustomed to Beyoncé herself. As she says, this is a love letter to Africa, diving into spirituality as well as pride for the motherland. It reimagines the story of the Lion King's plot, but flips it on its head accompanied by beautiful melodies andThe queen has done it again ! We see a perfect example of how to meld a genre together while incorporating a signature flare to it only accustomed to Beyoncé herself. As she says, this is a love letter to Africa, diving into spirituality as well as pride for the motherland. It reimagines the story of the Lion King's plot, but flips it on its head accompanied by beautiful melodies and harmonies. The featured artists like Wizkid, Yemi Alade, Tekno and many more fit perfectly for an Afro-adventure ! Adding in the respective interludes made for a true bout of storytelling that is missed if the interludes weren't integrated in the sequence of the album. Telling the story of hopelessness, loss of passion, betrayal to courage, strength, endurance, and power The Lion King: The Gift is story within a story. Those who can see it: Beyoncé is someone who is obviously in touch with her culture and spirituality, telling the story of Mother Nature and her struggle and desire to become whole again, for humanity to stand up and fight in her lead single, "Spirit". She features her beautiful daughter Blue Ivy to represent Mother Earth bearing fruit, the next generation as she switches from scene to scene, displaying a sense of worry, sadness, tears, to rejoicing and the celebration of the rallying of her soldiers to defend her life and their home respectively. She also symbolizes African deities, specifically Youruba deities such as Yemaya, telling the story and offering a warning to those who will listen, about the liberation of the earth not coming to fruition due to the greed and unhealthy desires of mankind. She has seen war and felt the destruction of her person and finally she can allow the patrons of the land to save them from their counterparts. This album is a journey for anyone who's seen such struggles, but specifically for black and African American people both, whom their entire history has had obstacles stacked against them-- outside influences that affect their entire life journey, rising above said challenges. In a climate where a genre like this won't be well received by the same redundantpop messages and bubblegum storytelling, Beyoncé took risks and gave the genre a whole new life, straying away from the norms of a Pop/R&B artist. This album will likely go overlooked, but The Lion King: The Gift will go down as a hidden gem, a masterpiece among her discography. Well done Queen Bey !… Expand
  90. RenatoCosta
    Jul 26, 2019
    10
    The best álbum of 2019. Beyoncé is the best artist today! Im so proud... The african culture is beautiful.
  91. Ctina92
    Jul 26, 2019
    10
    Absolutely LOVE this album! I just love how Beyoncé always exceeds my expectations. I haven't listened to anything else since the album was released.
  92. Ariesrun
    Jul 26, 2019
    10
    Beyoncé, maior artista viva

    Esse album é uma obra de arte. Coeso, inspirador, sem defeitos. Todos os artistas envolvidos estão de parabéns
  93. Abiramonnie
    Jul 26, 2019
    10
    Estou amando cada parte desse álbum. Beyoncé é perfeita em tudo que faz. Amo o fato dela ter inserido artistas africanos desconhecidos no álbum. Isso mostra que ela não está apenas ficando nos charts é sim na arte.
  94. Shawntxz
    Jul 26, 2019
    10
    This album gave me a whole different perspective to Afro beat African music. I’m so impressed and blown away. Beyoncé did it again!
  95. Erica28
    Jul 26, 2019
    10
    It’s an incredible album ! I love the African inspiration. This album represents very well the story of the Lion King.
  96. BrockKugler
    Jul 25, 2019
    10
    The Gift is excellence, I always love Beyoncé’s albums more and more with each listen. This album has so much meaning, and so much cultural value. Everybody involved worked so hard dedicating time and effort into developing quality music for us.
  97. IreneP
    Jul 25, 2019
    10
    Excellent album. Every song tells a story and the idea of putting interludes that refer to each song is great. Even the songs that don't feauture Beyoncé are incredible. Starting from the moving track: "Bigger", and ending with the powerful "Spirit", The Gift is an exceptional collection.
  98. falecidatexana
    Jul 24, 2019
    10
    Black excellence looks like Beyoncé. HER MIND, UGH! AMAZES ME ALL THE TIME.
  99. Cauann
    Jul 24, 2019
    10
    Perfeito como tudo que ela faz. Uma artista completa! Beyoncé me faz ter orgulho de estar vivo pra ver isso. Estamos presenciando a transição de um ícone para uma lenda. Beyoncé merece o mundo
  100. Pedrodamasceno
    Jul 24, 2019
    10
    Mood 4 Eva é uma das melhores músicas desse album. Eu amei o álbum inteiro e estou viciado em todas as músicas. Beyoncé é tão perfeita q precisa ser estudada
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#8 Most Discussed Album of 2019
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#22 Most Shared Album of 2019

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Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. HipHopDX
    Jul 25, 2019
    86
    Overall, it works and is another jewel in her crown — one that she, overall, can be proud to call hers.
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  2. Rolling Stone
    Jul 24, 2019
    70
    Ultimately, The Gift is a deft balancing act that weighs personal songwriting flourishes and meaning with Disneycore tropes, as well as a sincere desire to celebrate the music of the African diaspora with its fundamentally commercial obligations.
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  3. AllMusic
    Jul 24, 2019
    80
    On The Lion King: The Gift, Beyoncé deftly connects a kid's flick to something bigger, honoring not only Africa and its traditions but also shifting perspective to future destiny and greatness. It's a superior statement and a lesson on how to properly execute a winning soundtrack.
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