The Pinkprint
by Nicki Minaj
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  1. zaimin92
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    This is a smart record that has a lot to say and gives listener a reason to hear it. In contrast with her previous records, fans may surprised by what they find. She experimentally plays a different style and direction lead to diversity of this album. Every single one of the tracks sounds promising and good that this plays like a 'Greatest Hits' package.

    The best of the best is Pills n    This is a smart record that has a lot to say and gives listener a reason to hear it. In contrast with her previous records, fans may surprised by what they find. She experimentally plays a different style and direction lead to diversity of this album. Every single one of the tracks sounds promising and good that this plays like a 'Greatest Hits' package.

    The best of the best is Pills n Potions, a slow piano ballad which proved her credibility in delivery both pop and hip hop. Her writing successfully portrayed her true expression, emotion and turn this song into a work of art. Besides, Anaconda, her novelty smash brings genius lyrics with irresistible beats that will be quoted for years to come.

    There are some classic tracks here including I Lied and All Thing Go that we got to hear them at their best. Overall, this will be her best work to date but there's a lot of rooms to explore in producing a very cohesive and solid album. To sum up, the album is a notch away from what the fans expect but it's a step towards the singer attracting new fans and without a doubt she made it successfully.    … Expand
  2. thepabllo
    Dec 19, 2014
    10
    The best Nicki's album. Is funny, is rap, is hip-hop, is beautiful, is complete. Full of great songs like 'Grand Piano', 'I Lied' and 'All Things Go'. Congratulations for tthis artist what is Nicki Minaj.
  3. AngeloVeluz12
    Dec 23, 2019
    10
    For me, this was Nicki Minaj's best album out as of now. We saw her real, emotional side that loved by many people.
  4. rudanehemmings4
    Dec 19, 2014
    10
    This album may not be what most of you expect but it is the best album so far for her for I do love her other two albums, but this is the best. My favourites are: I Lied, All Things Go, Anaconda, Pills N Potions, Get on Your Knees, Bed Of Lies, Only, Feeling Myself, Win Again, Want Some More, The Night Is Still Young, Big Daddy and Four Door Aventador
  5. Gjmzvs
    Dec 27, 2015
    10
    The Pinkprint es una gran obra de arte Hip-hop de Nicki Minaj, este álbum a diferencia con los anteriores tiene más influencia en el Rap que en el Pop siendo muy exitoso teniendo colaboraciones con Lil Wayne, Drake y otros artistas. Con esto demuestra que es una leyenda del Rap.
  6. scorpio1114
    May 29, 2020
    10
    such a beautiful album and will remain as one of the better rap females of all time
  7. RemyMuahGuns
    Nov 27, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best female rap album PERIOD. Nicki’s lyricism and versatility is unmatched. Critics are tasteless and the fact that this has a 70 is disgusting, deserves way better.… Expand
  8. diofelicciano
    Dec 16, 2014
    8
    Her most coherent and solid album yet. There are only 4 mistakes on this album and they are called: "The Night is Still Young", "Pills n Potions", "Mona Lisa" and "Bed of Lies", the other 18 tracks are powerful bangers, especially "Get on Your Knees", "Trini Dem Girls", "Feeling Myself", "The Crying Game", "Want Some More", "Win Again", "All Things Go" and of course, the epic singleHer most coherent and solid album yet. There are only 4 mistakes on this album and they are called: "The Night is Still Young", "Pills n Potions", "Mona Lisa" and "Bed of Lies", the other 18 tracks are powerful bangers, especially "Get on Your Knees", "Trini Dem Girls", "Feeling Myself", "The Crying Game", "Want Some More", "Win Again", "All Things Go" and of course, the epic single "Anaconda". With this album, she won again!… Expand
  9. DoctorClamps
    Jun 4, 2015
    9
    The album showcases Nicki MInaj at her best: confessional, emotional, tough, a monster. It is a bit scattered and album sometimes has an identity crisis with its hard-hitting tracks such as "Four Door Aventadour" being hard to marry to confessional tracks such as "I Lied". However, individually each track is a testament to Minaj's versatility. She sounds just as comfortable at confessingThe album showcases Nicki MInaj at her best: confessional, emotional, tough, a monster. It is a bit scattered and album sometimes has an identity crisis with its hard-hitting tracks such as "Four Door Aventadour" being hard to marry to confessional tracks such as "I Lied". However, individually each track is a testament to Minaj's versatility. She sounds just as comfortable at confessing her regrets as she is at braggadocio.… Expand
  10. ahmedimran
    Oct 21, 2015
    9
    The album has amazing songs,there are some songs you'll hate for the first time but as you listen to it they become addicting such as Want Some More and Trini Dem Girls, the album is probably the best album of 2014 alongside Ariana's record. The Pinkprint has some amazing features included such as Beyoncé's and Ariana's But i feel Get On Your Knees lacked effort, she should have hadThe album has amazing songs,there are some songs you'll hate for the first time but as you listen to it they become addicting such as Want Some More and Trini Dem Girls, the album is probably the best album of 2014 alongside Ariana's record. The Pinkprint has some amazing features included such as Beyoncé's and Ariana's But i feel Get On Your Knees lacked effort, she should have had someone like Selena Gomez on the record.
    But this is definitely a tough contestant for Grammy's 2016 for Album of the Year AND Best Rap Album. Lets hope it wins!    … Expand
  11. kaylax
    Oct 26, 2015
    9
    When it comes to Onika Tanya Maraj, better known by her stage name, Nicki Minaj, there's always controversy. Earning herself public attention after releasing three mix-tapes between 2007-09, Minaj signed a contract with Young Money Entertainment shortly after. Her debut studio album was Pink Friday (2010), which quickly peaked at number-one on the U.S. Billboard Hot 200. Whether it beWhen it comes to Onika Tanya Maraj, better known by her stage name, Nicki Minaj, there's always controversy. Earning herself public attention after releasing three mix-tapes between 2007-09, Minaj signed a contract with Young Money Entertainment shortly after. Her debut studio album was Pink Friday (2010), which quickly peaked at number-one on the U.S. Billboard Hot 200. Whether it be her outrages outfits, or her bold lyrics, the Trinidadian-born American rapper and songwriter is no stranger to criticism. However, with the release of her 2014 album, The PinkPrint, Minaj has really silenced the haters.
    The PinkPrint is clearly Nicki's most creative album, containing songs that make listeners feel every type of emotion. One of her most notable singles ever, “Anaconda,” is featured on this album and is highly praised. Minaj really gets back to her hip-hop roots with this single, and she brings back a side of her that many fans missed. A lesser-known party song included on this album, “Trini Dem Girls”, incorporates a Caribbean styled-groove, and is truly a banger. Minaj also features other legendary rappers on this album like Drake and Lil Wayne in her songs “Truffle Butter” and “Only”. “Pills N Potions” is a slow song featured on the album, it's emotional and personal, a fresh new twist guaranteed to please any fan, and make them feel connected to Minaj herself. However, had this album included 12 songs as opposed to 22, it could have had a much bigger impact and perhaps even have became a classic. Despite this minor flaw, though, The PinkPrint is truly a masterpiece, and the queen of rap has really outdone herself this time.
    Overall, I would rate this album a 9. Minaj has shown tremendous growth as a rapper , her performance was much better in this album then in Pink Friday and Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded. With more meaningful lyrics, a more diverse range of songs and styles, The PinkPrint is sure to have something for every listener.    … Expand
  12. bodakyellow
    Apr 24, 2018
    9
    Though some songs come off as a bit lazy, Nicki Minaj experiments in numerous songs on The Pinkprint (eg. I Lied, Pills N Potions), and every single chance she takes pays off immensely. Favourite tracks: All Things Go, Feeling Myself, Anaconda, Pills N Potions
  13. Xunior
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    Bora falar português porque sei que tem BR aqui, achei incrível, musicas bem diferentes do que costumamos ver de Nicki Mina, Grand Piano diz claramente que Minaj sabe cantar e tem controle sobre sua voz.
  14. OnikaChrist
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    Without a doubt, her best album to date. On this album, Nicki perfectly bends the genre of Hip-Hop and R&B, while still managing to keep her pop sound. One of the best rap albums of 2014. Poor Igloo Australia.
  15. JakeLewinsky
    Jan 5, 2015
    10
    Nicki's best since Pink Friday. She pours herself into this album, taking listeners on an emotional roller-coaster. The first part of the album contains some of the most emotional and personal songs we've ever had from Nicki, the second part contains some excellent features and bangers, Four Door Aventador is a wonderful throwback to 90s hip-hop. The next part contains the party songs,Nicki's best since Pink Friday. She pours herself into this album, taking listeners on an emotional roller-coaster. The first part of the album contains some of the most emotional and personal songs we've ever had from Nicki, the second part contains some excellent features and bangers, Four Door Aventador is a wonderful throwback to 90s hip-hop. The next part contains the party songs, from Carribean dancehall banger Trini Dem Girls, the hit Anaconda, and the wonderful feel-good cruiser The Night Is Still YOung that is sure to be a hit. The album ends on the emotional side again, with the last song being Grand Piano, something unlike we've ever heard from Nicki Minaj, and it is excellent.… Expand
  16. mxhmood
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    Amazing body of work. Perfect balance of Nicki's vulnerable and personal side with her hard bars and playful lyrics. Definitely topped Pink Friday even though I was skeptical she could when she said she will. Her flow, lyricism, vocals, metaphors, everything is just perfect from start to end.
  17. CSC
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    Wow. This album really shows how much Nicki has improved as an artist. Each song is so different and there's just so many different genres, that the album connects. This will be the best female rap album of the decade, and maybe even of all time. This CD is the best rap album to come out in 2014. Congratulations Nicki, you completely derserve it.
  18. jonathankelviin
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    The best album of minaj surely we can hear each musisca without having to skip one, all to the beat or the perfect sound, voice nicki surprises in the " Grand Piano" but this was the best 2014 album
  19. arsminaj
    May 15, 2016
    10
    This is the best album by Nicki Minaj. The feelings and emotions that she put on this album make me want to listen to it everyday. Glad to see that nicki still got her rap roots and that she is running the game.
  20. Tasosbsb
    May 18, 2016
    10
    The Pinkprint is definitely her best body of work !!She has some tracks like Want Some More ,Shangai,Four Door Aventador ,Shangai and Win again which go back to her rap roots but the album has also some really really good songs like Grand Piano ,I Lied ,The Crying Game,Pills n' Potions e.t.c!
  21. onikaum
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    About two years ago, Nicki Minaj promised not only to his followers, but the world that she would return to its origins that have been forgotten by time.
    The Pinkprint is clearly an allusion to mark that it will leave the Hip-Hop scene. We begin to taste the R & B ballad "All Things Go" where Nicki puts out with elegance all their feelings, something that is quite rare, coming from the    About two years ago, Nicki Minaj promised not only to his followers, but the world that she would return to its origins that have been forgotten by time.
    The Pinkprint is clearly an allusion to mark that it will leave the Hip-Hop scene. We begin to taste the R & B ballad "All Things Go" where Nicki puts out with elegance all their feelings, something that is quite rare, coming from the same, which usually show Nicki always be the boss **** We can also note that Onika, had a breakthrough in its flow in its lyrical singing and especially in their letters that have developed and begun to address really serious matters. When it comes to "shade" no one can go up against Nicki, the delicious "Want Some More" and "Win Again" is a full plate for the vultures that are surrounding the poor nicki.
    In a summary, The Pinkprint is an album that will probably always be an inspiration for the next rappers in the game.    … Expand
  22. depeana
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    If you're not a fan of Nicki, you will be after this.
    The album is her most revealing to date, opening the album with personal battles and moving slowly into concepts and themes that overall show her ownership of her sexuality and her presence in the music industry, bringing the concept of concealing her pop elements in gritty Hop-Hop beats Nicki shows she can do it all. The album is a    If you're not a fan of Nicki, you will be after this.
    The album is her most revealing to date, opening the album with personal battles and moving slowly into concepts and themes that overall show her ownership of her sexuality and her presence in the music industry, bringing the concept of concealing her pop elements in gritty Hop-Hop beats Nicki shows she can do it all. The album is a creative battle of her personal and media influenced situations where she shows she's on top of them all.

    By far her best body of work and by far the greatest insight to who Nicki Minaj is, who she can be and what she's capable of. This album is the emancipation of what you can become. A very strong + positive album with such a refreshing wholesome feel, quality album from Nicki Minaj.    … Expand
  23. ManilaCritic
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    Lyrically, its her best album to date. The production, her flow, her raps, her honesty, she got rid of of all her alter-egos and let Onika shine from the beginning to end. Nicki holds her own, even throughout the tracks with features, she's still in-charge. It makes you think, who other female MC is really on her level? The answer is, no one is.
  24. wafihabib
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    This album is genius! It tells Nicki's story and it reveals her dark side which I love. This is almost like the Beyoncé 2013 album in terms of tone because it's slow-paced, dark and different to what she previously released which is why this is my favorite Nicki album to date!
  25. Auth3ntic
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    Her most cohesive album to date. The lyrics are very personal and honest, the beats are very hard hitting and grimy. This is creative Nicki at her best.
  26. Monster2
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    Onika really knows how to do a rap , she showed this after two years .The songs has many meanings , each song complete the other. The lyrics are very personal. The album is the best of the last 2 albums that she did
  27. Cesarspiche
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    Nicki Minaj again shows his talent as a rapper, with a certain power of versatility already shown before, but never with so much power, proved to be a talented rapper and goals of having a solid career, a very cohesive album, keep 22 quality of tracks is not an easy task.
    Nicki deserves recognition as a rapper, as a singer and as an artist.
    Faced with this work we can only give play and enjoy.
  28. Dennonyx
    Feb 22, 2015
    8
    Good rap album showing a matured (but still depraved) Nicki Minaj in an ecletic and more personal album if compared to her previous records. It's not exactly monochromatic, but certainly not insane like Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded. Instrumentals aren't overproduced, giving value to the Minaj voice both in rap and melodic moments.
    Featured artists gave their best too!
    Best song: Get On    Good rap album showing a matured (but still depraved) Nicki Minaj in an ecletic and more personal album if compared to her previous records. It's not exactly monochromatic, but certainly not insane like Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded. Instrumentals aren't overproduced, giving value to the Minaj voice both in rap and melodic moments.
    Featured artists gave their best too!

    Best song: Get On Your Knees
    Best lyric: All Things Go    … Expand
  29. AdamZlsnk
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    I'm so proud! Nicki proves why she is the BEST female rapper in the game. Her flow, productions, lyrics. It's all on point. The Pinkprint is amazing, her best album by far.
  30. nene54
    Dec 16, 2014
    9
    Perfect. Everything i need right now. Every emotion anyone has ever felt has been recorded in this album. People giving low scores on this masterpiece are just haters of Nicki Minaj, i bet you any money they haven't even heard it for themselves. BUY THIS MASTERPIECE. I promise you it will be everything to you too
  31. JessicaAsulio
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    A really SOLID album, I was PLEASANTLY surprised by Miss Minaj;s ability to entice the pop and hip hop audience. The album provided a much needed bridge, like The Blueprint did, between Rap and Pop. Her vocals in songs like Grand Piano and The Crying Game with Jesse Ware are among the best, it bests Pop stars vocals (Like Katy Perry for example) It deserves the praise its receiving.
  32. TheT2909
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    Nicki really has put out her best body of work to date. The album is so cohesive it's unreal. The lyricism of the album is astonishing as well as her infectious flow. Her natural vocals are also present outshining her previous efforts. The production on the songs on the album is another highlight with songs such as Win Again proving why she is one of the best rappers of all time period.Nicki really has put out her best body of work to date. The album is so cohesive it's unreal. The lyricism of the album is astonishing as well as her infectious flow. Her natural vocals are also present outshining her previous efforts. The production on the songs on the album is another highlight with songs such as Win Again proving why she is one of the best rappers of all time period. Anyone who tries to fault The Pinkprint is biased or delusional. The Pinkprint is flawless and is important to Hip-Hop.… Expand
  33. WATPP
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    There is so much substance to this album. Nicki really delivered. She opened up, revealing details about her 12 year relationship which sadly came to an end this year. She uses her incredible flow to delivery slick lyrics as well as her powerhouse vocals. Nicki Minaj is an example of sheer, diverse talent. She is such an amazing artist, her discography and accolades support this - now TheThere is so much substance to this album. Nicki really delivered. She opened up, revealing details about her 12 year relationship which sadly came to an end this year. She uses her incredible flow to delivery slick lyrics as well as her powerhouse vocals. Nicki Minaj is an example of sheer, diverse talent. She is such an amazing artist, her discography and accolades support this - now The Pinkprint can be a staple for music in Hip-Hop with the statement of true emotion being shown without compromising the genre with the catering to her Pop and R&B fans.… Expand
  34. Wael
    Dec 15, 2014
    8
    When Nicki Minaj first started the promotional effort for The Pinkprint back with her soundcloud releases (like "Yasss Bish!!!" and "Boss Ass **** (remix)"), she set the record straight that she would come back to her hip-hop rap roots. When the album was released, as a first listen, there is no song rapped as strong as 'Come on a Cone' or her 'Monster' verse, but, when not compared toWhen Nicki Minaj first started the promotional effort for The Pinkprint back with her soundcloud releases (like "Yasss Bish!!!" and "Boss Ass **** (remix)"), she set the record straight that she would come back to her hip-hop rap roots. When the album was released, as a first listen, there is no song rapped as strong as 'Come on a Cone' or her 'Monster' verse, but, when not compared to other stuff she's done, Nicki's new effort sounds like the most creative thing she's ever done. Track-by-Track:
    1. All Things Go: this song is the most personal thing Nicki has ever done, and it is so lyrically strong, that it feels like she poured her diary into it. Opens up the album on a very likeable tone and prepares for what is to come. (9/10)
    2. I Lied: Sounds like 'Fire Burn' from Roman Reloaded, yet so much stronger lyrically. Nicki deals with her heartbreak so steadily over a charming Mike-Will-Made-It beat. Love it! (8/10)
    3. The Crying Game: One of the stand out tracks on the album. The beat is sizzling, Nicki's rap is as good as ever, and Jessie Ware's contribution is dazzling. Strongly recommended. (10/10)
    4. Get On Your Knees: This song is really good but I think what's wrong with it is that Ariana outshines Nicki a bit, which isn't supposed to happen. Still, very catchy and very well executed. (7/10)
    5. Feeling Myself: the anticipated Beyoncé-assisted song is also a stand out. What I like to note is that Nicki's rap here is ***flawless. Wow. (9/10)
    6. Only: Nicki appears only for one minute during this track.. I don't know why this was a single, or why it wasn't on the deluxe edition. Sorry, this one's a miss. Oh and never mind Lil Wayne. He's just like that. (5/10)
    7. Want Some More: ahhh, the old mixtape days. This song is so fierce and so unapologetic. Slay'em, Nic. I mean, "who had Eminem on their first album"? ;) (8/10)
    8. Four Door Aventador: The chorus is impressive, but what shines here the most is Minaj's rap. Very good song. (8/10)
    9. Favorite: the Jeremih-assisted song is not a favourite, unfortunately. It's good, just not as good as the rest, with a monotone beat and Jeremih asking his lover to be her favorite. (7/10)
    10. Buy a Heart: another stand out. Seems like this album is full of them. Both Meek Mill and Nicki do a great job on this song. Very emotional. Very fearless. I think these two should make a concept album together. (9/10)
    11. Trini Dem Girls: a good party feel good song. Lunchmoney Lewisbis irritating. Nicki is confident. Good one. (7/10)
    12. Anaconda: okay this song is way too much awesomeness. I mean it didn't achieve all that success for nothing. Very memorable, very fun, and very beautifully-produced. (10/10)
    13. Pills n Potions: This song gives a strong preview of the album. It best represents the Pinkprint. In the terms of this break-up confessional album, this track shines so bright. (9/10)
    14. The Night is Still Young: Nicki should know that her dance cuts are her weak point. The track is good, but it sounds a bit out of place on here. (7/10)
    15. Bed of Lies: This. Track. Is. Sick. Nicki's vulnerable dark side is showcased, and the hook brought in by Skylar Grey is undeniably the most catchy thing you'll ever hear. (9/10)
    16. Grand Piano: rap-free and very emotional, this piano ballad closes the album on a very beautiful tune. It closes the album that shows thay Nicki Minaj ia doing things like they haven't been done before. (8/10)

    All in all, the album has a score of 8 and shows that Nicki still has a long beautiful career ahead of her. Go get'em, Nic.    … Expand
  35. vavavoomers
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is her best album, more personal, she's a genius! I Lied is the best song on the album, more mature and focused content compared to everything she has ever done. Congrats to Nicki Minaj!… Expand
  36. thaleslucas
    Dec 15, 2014
    7
    A good album, a good vibe and good lyrics... Nicki still doing her best in all her albums. "The Pinkprint" is great, but why the hell it has songs with 'same' beats? It did me bored. And Ariana Grand should not be in this album... And the album should stops on "Grand Piano", just 16 tracks and not 22.

    But it still be a great album. Favorites tracks: "Grand Piano", "Pills n Potions",    A good album, a good vibe and good lyrics... Nicki still doing her best in all her albums. "The Pinkprint" is great, but why the hell it has songs with 'same' beats? It did me bored. And Ariana Grand should not be in this album... And the album should stops on "Grand Piano", just 16 tracks and not 22.

    But it still be a great album. Favorites tracks: "Grand Piano", "Pills n Potions", "Favorite" & "Trini Dem Girls".    … Expand
  37. SikNTired
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    "THIS IS THE PINKPRINT" says Minaj in her most emotional song ever written which opens the album, and from that song the perfection continues. The production of the album is amazing. The album shows so much growth from it's aesthetics to the lyricism. Minaj continues to reign and prove which she is one of the best rappers of all time. From start to finish the album can't be faulted.
  38. juniorgonc
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    This is a really masterpiece! Nicki always surprises me, but this time it was for real. This work really has its own identity and has wonderful lyrics, a great and authentic rap album. It brings the power of a fierce female rapper to light and at the same time , expresses innocence, sensuality and true feelings.
  39. gusb
    Dec 15, 2014
    9
    Some songs are unnecessary, however, The Pinkprint is an excellent album and deserves recognition, I am proud because Nicki Minaj has managed to grow professionally and the songs of this album have events that occurred in your life.
  40. TheLucasArgTime
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    Nicki manages to combine their emotions and teach one of his most emotional parts, making it one of the best rap albums of this 2014. She experience different sounds putting her ability to rap, making songs that can be simply hits and insurance will mark the history of rap.
  41. xlucasmonteiro
    Dec 19, 2014
    10
    É definitivamente um dos melhores álbuns de 2014. Nicki misturou o Rap com R&B/Pop perfeitamente. Grandes nomes, grandes músicas e ótimos arranjos. Com toda a certeza é o melhor álbum de sua carreira.
  42. wongstea
    Jan 16, 2015
    10
    The most I listen to this record the more I love it, it's been on repeat for the last week. Almost every song is enjoyable, and all of them have at least one irresistible verse. I had respect for Nicki before this record, and after hearing her really pour her heart into these songs, letting us in on things she had kept out of her lyrics for years, I respect her even more for her bravery.The most I listen to this record the more I love it, it's been on repeat for the last week. Almost every song is enjoyable, and all of them have at least one irresistible verse. I had respect for Nicki before this record, and after hearing her really pour her heart into these songs, letting us in on things she had kept out of her lyrics for years, I respect her even more for her bravery. Every feature on this album is perfect, Beyonce on Feelin' Myself is a dream come true, Drake on Only is hilarious, Ariana Grande on Get on Your Knees is fierce, and Skylar Grey on Bed of Lies is a feature I didn't know I needed. Although I already published my "best of 2014" lists, The Pinkprint is making its way to the top (displacing the likes of St. Vincent, Bombay Bicycle Club)… Expand
  43. LuizFelipe
    Feb 28, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. you can not explain how this album was amazing, deserved to be universally acclaimed because nicki worked very well in it , and who saw the story of the album know what I mean , after all, he was very good for all… Expand
  44. giorgi
    Oct 12, 2015
    9
    a very well crafted rap album. nicki's best. it's very cohesive and lyrics are wonderful
    there are some weak tracks like anaconda and only but bed of lies all things go and pills and potions make up for it
    my favorite tracks: shanghai, crying game, trini dem girls
  45. LoveMeHarder
    Dec 15, 2014
    8
    It's a great album, though it didn't quite live up to my expectations. For example, Get on Your Knees sounds odd at some times, and something about the song doesn't seem really right. Some tracks, like Anaconda, are questionable, but other amazing tracks, like All Things Go, make up for it. Her rapping and vocals are flawless as usual. It's a very mature step forward from Roman ReloadedIt's a great album, though it didn't quite live up to my expectations. For example, Get on Your Knees sounds odd at some times, and something about the song doesn't seem really right. Some tracks, like Anaconda, are questionable, but other amazing tracks, like All Things Go, make up for it. Her rapping and vocals are flawless as usual. It's a very mature step forward from Roman Reloaded and Pink Friday.… Expand
  46. Linike
    Dec 20, 2014
    8
    It is her most raw album to date, containing the traditional elements of a true Nicki Minaj album: Catchy beats, sexually expressive lyrics and, of course, thousands of trendy features. Even though it bares her own perfection, it sets a high stake for herself, since I doubt she will ever do something this deeply emotional ever again. A big shout out for "The Crying Game" and "Pills N'It is her most raw album to date, containing the traditional elements of a true Nicki Minaj album: Catchy beats, sexually expressive lyrics and, of course, thousands of trendy features. Even though it bares her own perfection, it sets a high stake for herself, since I doubt she will ever do something this deeply emotional ever again. A big shout out for "The Crying Game" and "Pills N' Potions", which I consider to be the jewels of the album.… Expand
  47. Panchogul
    Sep 1, 2020
    8
    No me gusta para nada Nicki Minaj, pero este disco es realmente bueno, a excepción de Anaconda, es un trabajo impecable.
  48. mjscl15
    Jan 6, 2016
    9
    Líricamente o álbum é bom, músicas sobre sentimentos como "all things go", "i lied" e minha favorita do álbum "grand piano", algumas com aquele hip-hop meio comum com apelos sexuais como "felling myself", "anaconda" e "get on your knees", e algumas bem diversificadas como "want some more" e "four door adventor" com boas rimas. As batidas das músicas deixam a desejar.
  49. popanalyst
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    Heartbreaking record displaying how much Nicki Minaj has grown as an artist. It has highs and lows and is a beautifully crafted journey. Everyone needs to at least listen.
  50. al3xlic0na
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    The Album in general is a piece of art, we had never had a Female Rapper to being this great in every sense of the world. This albums it is truly amazing. who else than the Queen of rap to made an album this great. Nicki Minaj is the REAL Queen of Rap. Everyone should listen to this album and notice how well she appeal to pop and rap.
  51. MohRab
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    Nicki effortlessly manages to satisfy her diverse vanbase with hard hitting, beautiful well composed songs. She did go back to her Hip-Hop roots with the beats and lyrics as she said she would but she also catered to those who love the soft, singing side of Minaj. She put together a fantastic album. It's hard to find a fault. It features amazing artists such as Beyonce, Ariana Grande andNicki effortlessly manages to satisfy her diverse vanbase with hard hitting, beautiful well composed songs. She did go back to her Hip-Hop roots with the beats and lyrics as she said she would but she also catered to those who love the soft, singing side of Minaj. She put together a fantastic album. It's hard to find a fault. It features amazing artists such as Beyonce, Ariana Grande and Meek Mill. The chemistry between Nicki and the featured artists is apparent. From The Crying Game, Feeling Myself to Buy A Heart the album flows beautifully. It really deserves all the acclaim it can get.… Expand
  52. ChrisJ
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Conseguiu trazer um álbum quase 100% de hip hop, assim agradando a muitos que talvez tenham se decepcionado com seu antecessor. O álbum é definitivamente o mais cativante da rapper e o melhor é que traz essência dela antes de qualquer um de seus LP's… Expand
  53. BrushedRed
    Dec 21, 2014
    9
    Cannot believe I'm giving Nicki Minaj a 9 right now... I remember seeing this on the coming soon list and couldn't wait to listen and see how crappy it was after being letdown with "Anaconda" but man! I couldn't have been more wrong! Sure the singles released were nothing to write home about but listen to the other songs of this album and you will be moved! There are many ballads and songsCannot believe I'm giving Nicki Minaj a 9 right now... I remember seeing this on the coming soon list and couldn't wait to listen and see how crappy it was after being letdown with "Anaconda" but man! I couldn't have been more wrong! Sure the singles released were nothing to write home about but listen to the other songs of this album and you will be moved! There are many ballads and songs about her personal life.. And best of all: NICKI CAN SING! And her voice is awesome! I never knew this. Check out "Grand Piano" and "The Crying Game." You can thank me later. Also, I believe Nicki Minaj should do more music like this.… Expand
  54. jcc123
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    This album includes songs that are sure to please a wide range of musical tastes, from the heartfelt "All Things Go", to the upbeat "Trini Dem Girls", and from the resounding ballad "Grand Piano" to the fierce feel-good anthem "Feelin' Myself", featuring Beyonce. Even for those who do not consider themselves Nicki Minaj fan, this album is sure to please.
  55. TriniDemGirls
    Dec 15, 2014
    8
    TPP is easily Ms. Minaj's best album to date. It perfectly combines high, up-tempo club songs, with sensitive heart-felt ballads, & ratchet bops. A++.
  56. AllifenM
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    She's back with her best! With the most personal album, talking about life, love. With the best collabs ever: Beyoncé, Ariana Grande, Skylar Grey, and the classic tem: Wayne, Drake and Chris Brown!
  57. Furler
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    Uma nova forma de arte e conceitos, The Pink Print é um album para se inspirar. Hoje em dia é dificil achar coisas assim de qualidade, e é isso que não falta no album
  58. was
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    Perfect album, managed to balance all elements of the album many while showing a more sensitive and personal side of herself as an artist, very different from her other albums.
  59. KevinMinaj
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    Brilliant.. So much of her was put into this record. it's like she took a piece of her heart and spread it all over this record like a blanket. VERY true to her. & even though it's very versatile it's very true true to hip-hop You do it again MS. mINAJ.
  60. yassslion
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    "The Pinkprint" is undoubtedly one of the best albums of Nicki Minaj. An emotional album, personal and interesting. Some of the most anticipated albums of 2014 and undoubtedly one of the best :)
  61. EugeniaLicona
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    This is an amazing Album that everyone will enjoy it. Nicki Minaj shows so many sides of her especially her most vulnerable side, by talking about her love life, and personal problems with her family and other music starts.
  62. sajeel331
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    This is honestly one of the best albums ever, ignore the negative reviews some people don't even listen to the album and come to give it a low score just because of the artist but album wise this album just blew me away great rapping and great vocals Nicki
  63. Jxmz115
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    From her last album Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded, Minaj has finally blessed the world with the highly anticipated 3rd album, The Pinkprint. Although she still subtly caters to all fans with her girly/pop "The Night is Still Young" track and soft ballads such as "Grand Piano" and "I Lied", she has hit us with more rap & rnb tracks talking about real life problems she has went through, andFrom her last album Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded, Minaj has finally blessed the world with the highly anticipated 3rd album, The Pinkprint. Although she still subtly caters to all fans with her girly/pop "The Night is Still Young" track and soft ballads such as "Grand Piano" and "I Lied", she has hit us with more rap & rnb tracks talking about real life problems she has went through, and the public will definitely be able to relate. Her vocals have improved majorly and she comes hard on tracks like "Big Daddy" "Shanghai" and "Four Door Aventador". The Pinkprint is Nicki's best project to date, from bars, to overall production, and I wish Nicki all the success this era!… Expand
  64. LiamMonster
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    Ultimately, The Pinkprint is a lyrical masterpiece & the most personal album out of Nicki’s career so far. Compared to all of Nicki’s album’s (Pink Friday, Roman Reloaded & the Re-Up), Nicki has grown the confidence since her last album to stand her ground, clarifying to all that she is no longer subjected as a mockery by the public eye.
    Throughout the whole album, Nicki further showcases    Ultimately, The Pinkprint is a lyrical masterpiece & the most personal album out of Nicki’s career so far. Compared to all of Nicki’s album’s (Pink Friday, Roman Reloaded & the Re-Up), Nicki has grown the confidence since her last album to stand her ground, clarifying to all that she is no longer subjected as a mockery by the public eye.
    Throughout the whole album, Nicki further showcases her well-preserved vocals & her inarguable ability of rapping, combining and infusing them both together effectively to create meaningful & relevant content. Collaborations include the musical stylings of Beyoncé & Ariana Grande, aswell as rap icons Meek Mill, Lil Wayne & Drake. Altogether, the collaborations, along with Nicki skills & abilities, further gives an immense, yet compelling experience which doesn’t shine away from the albums subliminal messaging.
    Vocally, Nicki emphasis her turbulent relationships, family life & lifestyle as a successful rapper/businesswoman for all listening to fathom. Tracks that stand out prominently are Grand Piano & I Lied, which are both Nicki’s most memorable & ground-breaking power ballads to date. Overall, the Pinkprint is a must-listen & is jam-packed filled with memorable anthems.    … Expand
  65. NathanCabello
    Dec 16, 2014
    8
    Surely this is the best rap album of the year, Nicki showed all his feelings in this album a nice way to hear, is not the female version of The BluePrint Jay-Z because it is even better. I do not consider that the best Roman Reloaded but is the second best of the singer, and they continue on this path to overcome each day more, for sure this album is worthy of grammy.
    Highlights: Bed Of    Surely this is the best rap album of the year, Nicki showed all his feelings in this album a nice way to hear, is not the female version of The BluePrint Jay-Z because it is even better. I do not consider that the best Roman Reloaded but is the second best of the singer, and they continue on this path to overcome each day more, for sure this album is worthy of grammy.
    Highlights: Bed Of Lies and The Night Is Still Young
    Lows: Mona Lisa and The Crying Game    … Expand
  66. Tim09
    Apr 7, 2015
    10
    This is Nicki Minaj's best album to date! The album is very personal with some great gems like: Grand Piano, I lied, and shanghai. This album is worth buying everyone
  67. beycause
    Feb 6, 2015
    8
    O melhor trabalho da Minaj. All Things Go é a melhor canção, seguida de Grand Piano que mostra uma linda voz. Fico feliz dela ter largado aquele visual de palhaça e aquelas músicas lixo (Starships, Whip It) e ter focado no que ela realmente é boa: rap pesado.
  68. VivienneEliza
    Jan 2, 2015
    8
    This is the truest album from Nicki,We can hear the realest Nicki Minaj,this is a very good album,not every songs in this album is awesome,but I do enjoy it.
  69. Cidreira
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    Sinceramente esse álbum é muito bom , sonoridade ótima e etc... merecia uma nota muito melhor The Pinkprint álbum do ano NOTA 10 espero que essa nota suba muito mais !!!
  70. JawanM
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    This is Minaj's best album to date. She incorporates her fierce and edgy flow into a classic album that will be the Blueprint for future female rappers to come. Her twist on hip hop is as dominant as it has ever been with stellar songs like "Four Door Aventador" and "Win Again." In "Feeling Myself" with Beyonce both of their distinct innovative styles to clash to create a sure Top 5 (ifThis is Minaj's best album to date. She incorporates her fierce and edgy flow into a classic album that will be the Blueprint for future female rappers to come. Her twist on hip hop is as dominant as it has ever been with stellar songs like "Four Door Aventador" and "Win Again." In "Feeling Myself" with Beyonce both of their distinct innovative styles to clash to create a sure Top 5 (if not number 1) hit. Nicki Minaj has proved with this album that she is someone who lives just the same as the rest of us through her touching stories of untrust and heartbreak. This is album is worth the buy and definitely worth the wait. Nicki Minaj has proved that she IS the Queen of Hip Hop.… Expand
  71. jotaopi
    Dec 18, 2014
    10
    Great album, Nicki don't did a eletropop but your music of this album, are so inspirated and Im amazing with so love and Graceful how she write this songs.
  72. viktorx1
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    I think that's her best album. Minaj finally could make that "old" rap, real sing, pop sing, and rap in so many different styles. I can't stop listening to it, I'm pretty sure I'll buy it soon, and I recommend it to everyone. Best musics: Get on Your Knees, Shanghai, Grand Piano, The Night is Still Young, Buy a Heart and The Crying Game.
  73. lenonwel
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    This is a smart record that has a lot to say and gives listener a reason to hear it. In contrast with her previous records, fans may surprised by what they find. She experimentally plays a different style and direction lead to diversity of this album. Every single one of the tracks sounds promising and good that this plays like a 'Greatest Hits' package.

    The best of the best is Pills n    This is a smart record that has a lot to say and gives listener a reason to hear it. In contrast with her previous records, fans may surprised by what they find. She experimentally plays a different style and direction lead to diversity of this album. Every single one of the tracks sounds promising and good that this plays like a 'Greatest Hits' package.

    The best of the best is Pills n Potions, a slow piano ballad which proved her credibility in delivery both pop and hip hop. Her writing successfully portrayed her true expression, emotion and turn this song into a work of art. Besides, Anaconda, her novelty smash brings genius lyrics with irresistible beats that will be quoted for years to come.

    There are some classic tracks here including I Lied and All Thing Go that we got to hear them at their best. Overall, this will be her best work to date but there's a lot of rooms to explore in producing a very cohesive and solid album. To sum up, the album is a notch away from what the fans expect but it's a step towards the singer attracting new fans and without a doubt she made it successfully    … Expand
  74. Raphaelthanos
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    perfeito!!!!!!!!!!!! minha diva melhor de todas rainha. acabanado com carreiras. diva. diva. melhor álbum. arrasando e divando. diva forever diva diva diva diva diva
  75. moresku
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    Nicki Minaj deixou o eletropop para se dedicar ao hip hop maduro. Fazendo The PinkPrint o seu melhor e mais aclamado album. Um album com uma sonoridade gostosa e doce. Valorizando sua linda voz. Faz de The PinkPrint o seu melhor album de estudio
  76. jonasefg
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    With this album Nicki shows us another side of herself , and through poignant songs with strong lyrics and vocals demonstrates that rap music is not only vulgar songs. Nicki shows with The Pinkprint she is and has always been the Queen of Rap
  77. camzminaj
    Dec 17, 2014
    10
    This album takes nicki minaj back to her hip hop roots. This album shows great diversity between songs. this is a prime example of why nicki minaj is the queen of rap and the most successful female rapper of all time.
  78. Engod
    Dec 17, 2014
    10
    This is perfect. Nicki Minaj is queen. Album is very, very good. I like Grand Piano, Get On Your Kness, Only, Pills N Potions, Feeling Myself and Anaconda
  79. Jordy
    Dec 18, 2014
    10
    Great album, This songs make me cry, Grand Piano is a classic, need be a single, I lied is so emotional, I need this song how a single. Nicki make the Best Hip hop album of year. I love you girl. xoxo
  80. RIKOSSAURO
    Dec 21, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Onika did as he said his words promising something more to the side of its origin even not being 100% rap grung she thought of giving her fans the right pinches for this excluviso luxury Grand Piano purest and genuine band came to show that Maraj in spades is not a mounted thing, made by the label to be "hit" say, we agree that there is no one worthy to be compared with it even if there are pseudo rappers trying to get to some kind of list is missing ugly feeling that charts is the only way, the right direction is the fans because independent critics WHAT same valley is the opnion of loyal fans SAID AND DONE Onika tHE ONLY QUEEN OF RAP!… Expand
  81. laianepaix
    Dec 22, 2014
    10
    I absolutely loved this album, that's art. You can cry, dance and think about your live earing this one. Nicki was smart when recorded this, I really loved.
  82. mkhadour
    Dec 29, 2014
    9
    Gotta give credits to Minaj for trying out something different. Unlike her previous albums, this one is a bit dark and slow-paced. Highlights are "The Crying Game", "Shanghai", "Bed of Lies" and "Pills N Potions". She's growing as an artist and she's proving it.
  83. Pipoqueiro
    Jan 7, 2015
    10
    Awesome album, Nicki Minaj put her soul in this album, the best work of her. I love it, there are songs more pop and songs more rap. she shows her voice is beautiful and her great flow.
  84. longjetty7
    Jan 12, 2015
    8
    I do not consider myself a fan of rap or hip-hop at all, but I thorougly enjoyed this album. Not many artists can pull off an album with 19 songs (on the deluxe edition) that is enjoyable from start to finish, so props to NIcki for doing so. Some songs stand out more than others of course (All Things Go, The Crying Go, Trini Dem Girls, Anaconda), but there aren't any songs on here that II do not consider myself a fan of rap or hip-hop at all, but I thorougly enjoyed this album. Not many artists can pull off an album with 19 songs (on the deluxe edition) that is enjoyable from start to finish, so props to NIcki for doing so. Some songs stand out more than others of course (All Things Go, The Crying Go, Trini Dem Girls, Anaconda), but there aren't any songs on here that I want to skip over.

    Nicki's rapping is on point throughout, the production is lush, and lyrically she brings a much needed female perspective to the genre.    … Expand
  85. ihavevocaloid
    Apr 3, 2015
    8
    Nicki Minaj's best album. Here, Nicki combines her rapping talent with her lyricism and great production to create a solid album. Yes, there's no denying there are some weak spots but I still think this album is great and should be looked back on as near the best hip hop albums of 2014. This album gets a borderline B+ and A-. Highlights: "Feeling Myself", "All Things Go", "Anaconda", "WantNicki Minaj's best album. Here, Nicki combines her rapping talent with her lyricism and great production to create a solid album. Yes, there's no denying there are some weak spots but I still think this album is great and should be looked back on as near the best hip hop albums of 2014. This album gets a borderline B+ and A-. Highlights: "Feeling Myself", "All Things Go", "Anaconda", "Want Some More". Worst songs: "Trini Dem Girls", "Four Door Aventador"… Expand
  86. lucas24
    Dec 17, 2014
    10
    Primeiro porque a bicha fecha. Fez um album espetacular, que me fez pensar na vida, chorar, tentar acompanhar o rap dela. Minaj amadureceu muito desde seu primeiro disco. Sim, ela conseguiu deixar a marca dela
  87. JellyFin
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    Amazing album. Nicki really manages to pour her soul in to her music. A return to hip-hop, great blends of R&B music too. 10 years from now this album will be a classic.
  88. AngelOfRap
    Dec 17, 2014
    10
    Sorry, but the PinkPrint, is really killin' that, you listen other albuns of female rappers (like Iggy) you just listen rap with eletro beats, and Nicki kill with a mix of old school, pop , and New Rap , thats amazing, and she really demonstrate her voice, she kill on Grand Piano, and other musics... but Mona Lisa, is really borinng
  89. ChanelParis
    Dec 18, 2014
    10
    It's good to see a Female Rapper arriving at that level, the best Female Rap album a Female Blue Print, Congrats Nicki! Very good your work, When I heard that his Grand Piano Voice sweeter, was one of the best things.
  90. RockyXu
    Dec 19, 2014
    10
    Star Power. Every body in it but nobody stole the show from Nicki Minaj. From heartbroken singing to straight rapping,she make it reasonable,and also she both did it great.
  91. asjklasjklas
    Jan 2, 2015
    7
    If Pink Friday established her as a voice with versatility and Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded established her as a voice with commercial impact, The Pinkprint at last establishes her as a voice altogether. It’s her most accomplished album to date. Especially its first half, where Nicki Minaj—no, not ‘Roman Zolanski’ or ‘Barbie’, but Onika Maraj herself—highlights her vulnerability on “AllIf Pink Friday established her as a voice with versatility and Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded established her as a voice with commercial impact, The Pinkprint at last establishes her as a voice altogether. It’s her most accomplished album to date. Especially its first half, where Nicki Minaj—no, not ‘Roman Zolanski’ or ‘Barbie’, but Onika Maraj herself—highlights her vulnerability on “All Things Go”, a record referencing the murder of her cousin and an abortion she had when she was a teenager, and “I Lied”, one of Mike Will Made It’s darkest productions to date that could or could not lyrically trace back to Minaj’s longtime relationship with Safaree Samuels, which allegedly ended in 2014 and is seemingly Pinkprint’s primary go-to inspiration. And then there’s her continuously maturing sexual confidence on the Dr. Luke produced “Get On Your Knees”—co-written by Katy Perry, features Ariana Grande, but couldn’t come close to being deemed “radio-friendly”—and “Only”, which has Minaj’s most memorable verse on the entirety of the album.

    Minaj has a lot of collaborators on The Pinkprint, but mostly let’s everyone know who’s running this show. And when she’s not, it’s her holding herself back. Unfortunately, where Pinkprint stumbles, it’s when Minaj tries to throw the ball to everyone on the court, usually fresher faces. It’s an exemplification of how obvious it is that they were tacked on post-production by her record label. Even Queen B makes an underwhelming appearance on “Feeling Myself”, which is less Pinkprint and more of a blueprint appropriately scheduled after their previous diva dominating collaboration on the remix of Beyoncé’s “***Flawless”.

    Though not all collaborations are a misfortune on an overall solid record, Minaj’s intent on reviving the more urban oriented sounds of her pre-Pink Friday mixtapes means Pinkprint’s singles—obviously meant to compensate for any financial loss in case nobody buys into serious Nicki—are underwhelming as well: “Pills N Potions” is gimmicky, hollowly produced, and is pushed to the second half after her much, much more vulnerable offerings on the first three tracks; “Anaconda” is conceptually well-intentioned and fun, but the second-half is just a compilation of Minaj’s gurgling, wannabe Weezy laughs, and skinny-shaming lines that turn on the single’s initial theme; and “Bed of Lies”, which is just dull and a rehash of everything that topped the R&B charts in the last three years.

    But once you quit scoffing at the overabundance of filler collaborations and more of Minaj’s attempt at recreating the success of “Super Bass”, The Pinkprint is her most accomplished album to date. Her singing still isn’t as versatile as her rapping skills, but there’s definitive enough talent there to make sappy power ballads like album closer “Grand Piano” convincing enough to make us feel for her heartbreak over what’s-his-name. It’s not a foreseeable classic like the Jay-Z album it replicates by title, but it’s another—if not larger—step-forward into the legacy that is Nicki Minaj.

    Overall rating: 7.2    … Expand
  92. jesusbronze
    Aug 17, 2018
    9
    This record instates the true sound of Nicki Minaj, who has previously swirled in EDM and DANCE beats with sometimes cringe-worthy results. The Pink Print redeems Nicki as the main Female Hip Hop star of this decade.
  93. luckythisway
    Sep 10, 2015
    10
    One hundred percent Nicki's best album yet. The album is flowing with creativity as well as R&B with rap and pop influences. The Crying Game, Trini Dem Girls and Get on Your Knees are the best songs.
  94. NickiMinaj96
    Dec 15, 2014
    10
    best album of 2014, nicki minaj finalized this year giving us this album, she has all we need mixtape sound and also her pop sound that have opened doors to her in the industry, indisputably the Queen of Rap.
  95. Youngpapirozay
    Dec 17, 2014
    10
    Clearly this album shows how much Nicki has grown as an artist. There's no doubt that she's a lyrical force to be reckoned with, relying on her what she raps rather than the hooks. With the ballads "I Lied" and "Grand Piano" Nicki shows she's more than just a rapper but that she's an artist who performs from the soul. The Pinkprint is her deepest and most emotional album to date, speakingClearly this album shows how much Nicki has grown as an artist. There's no doubt that she's a lyrical force to be reckoned with, relying on her what she raps rather than the hooks. With the ballads "I Lied" and "Grand Piano" Nicki shows she's more than just a rapper but that she's an artist who performs from the soul. The Pinkprint is her deepest and most emotional album to date, speaking upon Heart break, lost of a family member and her relevance and experience on the throne. There's even a few fun tracks where she continues to show her humor. The title of the album "The Pinkprint" is just the start of what the album is and will be. So far this is her best album because its personal and each line from each song comes from within her. For being original and sticking true to herself and to the genre of Hip Hop in which she promised this album would be, i give it a 10.… Expand
  96. joaooo
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    Best album by a female rapper,nicki minaj shows its full potential with this wonderful album with beautiful melodies and big hits! showing because it is considered the queen of rap.
  97. boskogrubic
    Dec 20, 2014
    10
    By far the best album of Nicki, it's really relatable and she put her all into this. It's very different from her previous albums and really has some deep and dark songs. You'll love it!
  98. TankFlop
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    Literally one of the best albums I ever heard. Nicki Minaj’s anaconda from this album was a cultural reset. We
  99. TimW001
    Jan 8, 2016
    7
    The Pinkprint is a good album for Nicki Minaj. I enjoyed listening to it. With so many A-List featured artist listeners got a diverse composition of songs and sounds. The first half of the album displays fantastic music and lyrics and the second half fades a little bit. But I enjoyed this album and would recommend to any hip-hop fans.
  100. ben_zo77
    Dec 19, 2014
    7
    The Pinkprint, first off, is better than Nicki MInaj's first album. Also, I'm glad she returned more to her hip hop roots. She demonstrates repeatedly on this record that she is undoubtedly the most technically skilled female rapper in the game. With a title referencing Jay Z's classic Blueprint album, I was hoping Nicki would pull off a feat like her label-mate Drake did with Take CareThe Pinkprint, first off, is better than Nicki MInaj's first album. Also, I'm glad she returned more to her hip hop roots. She demonstrates repeatedly on this record that she is undoubtedly the most technically skilled female rapper in the game. With a title referencing Jay Z's classic Blueprint album, I was hoping Nicki would pull off a feat like her label-mate Drake did with Take Care and put out a record worthy of the classic label despite a massive tracklist. It didn't happen; The Pinkprint has a lot of fantastic material, but it also has some material ranging from mediocre to borderline-horrible. If Nicki had limited her album to the best 10 or so tracks then it would be worthy of an is-it-a-classic conversation. Regardless, she shouldn't, and I'm sure doesn't, care: Nicki said what she wanted to say and I think it's worth hearing. ~ 6.9
    ~ with Target deluxe tracks: 7.2
    Tracks:
    "All Things Go": solid rapping, good intro for an emotional album. the heartfelt lyrics make me want to give it a 5, but it's not quite there sonically (4/5)
    "I Lied": genuine emotion.. this one hits you deep (4/5)
    "The Crying Game": glazed-over pop song with irrelevant lyrics.. Nicki's flow (not lyrics) on her middle verse saved this one (2/5)
    "Get On Your Knees": pleasantly surprised by Ariana Grande's voice, but her performance was lacking.. didn't think I was going to see a song on this album that better exemplifies bad pop than The Crying Game but this song changed that real quick (1/5)
    "Feeling Myself": Beyoncé and Nicki killed it and Hit-Boy's production was impressive (5/5)
    "Only": Nicki was good and Wayne and Chris Brown weren't bad, but Drake KILLED IT. the "I was still staring at the **** doeee" line was hilarious.. can't judge a song for the subject matter if it's meant to be a banger, it is what it is (4/5)
    "Want Some More": wow.. saw some of that Monster-level flow from Nicki. reminds you she can really rap.. would've liked to see her just go off on this Zaytoven beat and get rid of the brief vocal effects and maybe the chorus. also, the "want that Union, want that D Wade" line was clever (4/5)
    "Four Door Aventador": well-structured song. perfect, even flow from Nicki (5/5)
    "Favorite": I really enjoyed this song.. reminded me of a more up-tempo version of Future's Real and True.. Nicki was impressive.. the last minute could've been left off (4/5)
    "Buy A Heart": smh.. Meek Mill was so bad on this one... sonically, it was overall pretty good though (2/5)
    "Trini Dem Girls": I really, really, really want to hate this song but it had a good flow and Lunchmoney Lewis performed well (3/5)
    "Anaconda": speaking of wanting to hate a song... respect though, it shows how big a pop song can blow up when performed right and Nicki's first verse was borderline fire. I'm just gonna pretend the last minute wasn't included.. (4/5)
    "The Night Is Still Young": more glossed-over pop.. filled with empty cliches.. I'm actually genuinely disappointed in Nicki with this one. The two pop songs I hated on previously actually showed effort and had their moments, I just view them as clear misses. This one was a clear, bland attempt at getting some youtube views and/or radio play (0/5)
    "Pills N Potions": and this.. this is good pop rap. beautiful. meaningful. Nicki killed it. (5/5)
    "Bed Of Lies": another great pop rap record.. Skylar Grey was impressive, as was Nicki. you could hear the emotion in her voice on this one.. a powerful performance, maybe one of the best of her career (5/5)
    "Grand Piano": I didn't like this one quite as much as some people did, but it was heartfelt.. it felt like most of the song was her repeating the chorus though (3/5)    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#5 Most Discussed Album of 2014
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#5 Most Shared Album of 2014

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
70

Generally favorable reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 25
  3. Negative: 0 out of 25
  1. Absolute Punk (Staff reviews)
    Jan 13, 2015
    68
    An understandable desire to have her traumas understood by everybody inevitably results in a bland mush of melodrama. Despite this, The Pinkprint is Nicki Minaj’s most successful album by a fairly wide margin, as she becomes more empathetic than at any point in the past while Pink Friday’s DMZ between pop and rap becomes little more than a historical footnote in her career.
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  2. Clash Music
    Jan 8, 2015
    40
    For the most part, though, this seems like a step in the wrong direction: a Nicki Minaj album from somebody who’s thoroughly fed up of being Nicki Minaj.
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  3. Paste Magazine
    Jan 5, 2015
    55
    The Pinkprint has moments. Some are great, but most are not.
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