• Record Label: Parkwood
  • Release Date: Jul 19, 2019
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8.7

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  1. Jul 21, 2019
    10
    A brilliant and fresh compilation of African sounds, The Gift is a global showcase of talent that are barely noticed by the world.
  2. Jul 19, 2019
    10
    Incrível. Releitura perfeita do filme o Rei Leão. Os ritmos usados no álbum tem tudo a ver com o filme. Perfeito!
  3. Jul 20, 2019
    10
    Incredible. The way she seamlessly mixed the lion king’s storyline with her own life struggles was inspired. The album is so cohesive. Loving the authenticity of the afrobeats artists, who were all amazing too. Brown Skin Girl is an instant classic.
  4. Jul 19, 2019
    10
    Simply perfect. Beyoncé at her peak, sharing the spotlight with great artists and introducing them to the world.
  5. Jul 19, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Um álbum perfeito, todas as faixas em sintonia com as intermediárias, Beyoncé sempre provando ser uma artista extremamente talentosa! Expand
  6. Jul 19, 2019
    10
    A cohesive, powerful and innovative album.
    Not only manages to sound truly like a "Beyoncé" album (her pen and mind is all over it), but it manages to authentically fit into the Afrobeat genre and in The Lion King's narrative, painting pictures of the film just by listening to it.
  7. Jul 21, 2019
    10
    This is one of the best albums I've ever heard so far! I don't know what those critics have been drinking, but the songs are fresh, almost flawlessly produced, colorful, contagious, meaningful and sometimes very emotional. That's a work thought by Beyoncé, but is not an album of hers and I am super glad that she gave so much space for others (talented) artists, who deserve but don't haveThis is one of the best albums I've ever heard so far! I don't know what those critics have been drinking, but the songs are fresh, almost flawlessly produced, colorful, contagious, meaningful and sometimes very emotional. That's a work thought by Beyoncé, but is not an album of hers and I am super glad that she gave so much space for others (talented) artists, who deserve but don't have the fame worldwide yet. Expand
  8. 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.
  9. Jul 19, 2019
    10
    Amei cada uma das músicas. O álbum soa como algo novo, porém conectado com o filme pelas interludes e pelo ritmo das canções. Lembra também os últimos trabalhos de Beyoncé como Homecoming ou The Carters. Nota 10.
  10. Jul 19, 2019
    10
    A beautiful compilation album. Beyoncé is truly amazing while allowing other, lesser known artists to have their shine and limelight too. Has brought my attention to some African artists I had never heard of. Fantastic
  11. Jul 19, 2019
    10
    The range! The GOAT does it again. A full journey that’s not at all hindered by the source material that inspired the project, a common trait amongst this type of concept album.
  12. Jul 19, 2019
    10
    Another absolutely perfect Beyoncé album. Cleane and powerful vocals, sonha with beautiful messages and wonderful rhythms. Absolutely deserves All the Awards.
  13. 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
  14. Jul 19, 2019
    10
    Maior e melhor album da Beyonce, e tudo tao perfeito, sincronizado, e escolhido corretamente para estar no seu devido lugar. Podemos chamar de perfeição.
  15. Jul 19, 2019
    10
    Beyoncé mais uma vez nos entrega uma obra de arte incrível. A sonoridade desse álbum é incrivelmente arrepiante e emocionante e ao mesmo tempo forte e empoderador. Um salve para a Queen!
  16. Jul 19, 2019
    10
    EXTREMAMENTE LENDÁRIA, UMA ARTISTA DE VERDADE, MY POWER, WATER E BIGGER PERFEITAS
  17. Jul 19, 2019
    10
    Soaked in African richness. The Lion King : The Gift, Beyoncé takes you on a journey through the motherland of Africa. After listening You feel like your spirit has been uplifted.
  18. Jul 19, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Perfect!!Perfect!!Perfect!!Perfect!!Perfect!!Perfect!!Perfect!!Perfect!!Perfect!!Perfect!! Expand
  19. Jul 20, 2019
    10
    A wonderful album paying tribute to Africa and The Lion King, with powerful touching ballads and upbeat harmonious afrobeat songs featuring the most talented African and African American artists there is. Truly a gift!
  20. Jul 19, 2019
    10
    Beyoncé is proving again why she's the best nowadays.
    All african beats and vibes connects during the songs and give the album an extra fresh energy with a beautiful tribute to the African culture
  21. Jul 22, 2019
    10
    An incredible masterpiece that stands on its own, but also feels extremely connected to the movie. The album and its uniqueness feels like a breath of fresh air, and will definitely open the doors for many African artists in the future.
  22. Jul 19, 2019
    10
    Beyoncé cada dia provando porque com 30 anos de carreira segue para se tornar uma das maiores lendas do mundo da música.
  23. Jul 19, 2019
    10
    Excelência. Essa é a palavra que resume todo o trabalho e esforço de Beyoncé. Álbum incrível, coeso e viciante.
  24. Jul 19, 2019
    10
    Like everything she does, The Gift is perfect! Beyoncé always presents us with excellent works! We just have to thank you and enjoy your hard work.
  25. Jul 19, 2019
    10
    Beyonce does a great job of bringing together talents from all over Africa and merging the abfrobeat genre with American hip-hop and r&b. It was a great listen, Definitely will be playing this all summer.
  26. 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.
  27. Jul 20, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is a masterpiece!
    She got african artists to produce and write and collab on this album and let them be original and themselves! The Gift: Is a love letter not only to Africa and black community but their allies to. 100/10
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  28. Jul 23, 2019
    10
    So beautiful and so emotional... and say things that need to be said. Feel so touched by this masterpiece.
  29. Jul 22, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. E ela fez de novo, lançou o álbum do ano... uma carta linda de amor a Africa e com toda sua magia vocal eu me senti abençoado por todos meus ancestrais. eu tenho tanta sorte de viver no mesmo tempo que Beyoncé. Abrindo as portas da diversidade com Afrobeat. Expand
  30. Jul 19, 2019
    10
    Beyoncé mais uma vez entregando um trabalho consistente e de qualidade. Utilizar o poder e a influência que tem, para dar voz e visibilidade a artistas africanos, é muito louvável. The Gitf é celebração, resgate cultural e também reafirmação racial.
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 13
  2. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. Jul 25, 2019
    86
    Overall, it works and is another jewel in her crown — one that she, overall, can be proud to call hers.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.