The R.E.D. Album
by Game
  • Record Label: DGC
  • Release Date: Aug 23, 2011
Metascore
61

Generally favorable reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
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  1. Los Angeles Times
    Aug 23, 2011
    88
    The R.E.D. Album orbits around contradictions like that. It might be the most compelling portrait of confusion we'll hear from a rapper this year.
  2. RapReviews.com
    Aug 25, 2011
    80
    If there had been some big singles, fewer guests and more of Jayceon being himself, this could well have been a real classic.
  3. DJ Booth
    Aug 23, 2011
    80
    There's no doubt about it, there's greatness lurking in Game, and in R.E.D. Album. Let's just hope that from here on out he'll find the consistency he needs to truly claim that greatness.
  5. AllMusic
    Aug 22, 2011
    80
    Dre's short, spoken bits end up the only speed bumps during all these twists and turns, and when you're complaining about interludes instead of the overall attitude of a Game album, you've got an obsession-free, almost relatable success that sacrifices none of the man's fire or skill.
  6. HipHopDX
    Aug 22, 2011
    80
    Despite its delay, it's by no means a swan song, contractually and musically. R.E.D. is a lot of many things, only adding to the anticipation already for Game's final offering to Interscope.
  7. Consequence
    Aug 25, 2011
    70
    The R.E.D. Album should be enough to have fans' fingers crossed in hopes that he sticks around for more than that.
  8. Boston Globe
    Aug 23, 2011
    70
    By working with producers like 1500 or Nuthin, Cool & Dre, Boi 1da, and even New York's DJ Premier, The Game shows a willingness to reinvent himself with some beats that are as penetrating and resourceful as his engaging rhymes filled with sports and pop-culture references.
  9. BBC Music
    Aug 22, 2011
    70
    Overall, The R.E.D. Album stands as a solid return for its maker, as long-time listeners will connect with his no-frills lyrics and unsettling artistic demeanour.
  10. Beats Per Minute
    Aug 23, 2011
    65
    With this mixed bag he's likely cemented his reputation as a MC that was blessed with a sack of classic beats for his debut, now just a rapper like the rest of 'em.

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#59 Most Discussed Album of 2011
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#32 Most Shared Album of 2011

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User Score
7.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 62 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 48 out of 62
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 62
  3. Negative: 4 out of 62
  1. AliveAgain
    Aug 23, 2011
    10
    Give me a 2011 album better than this? This is the greatest album of the year. Critics can hate, but true fans know good music when they seeGive me a 2011 album better than this? This is the greatest album of the year. Critics can hate, but true fans know good music when they see it. Game...is...back!… Full Review »
  2. dwightschrute
    Aug 23, 2011
    10
    Great production, great lyrics, great songs, great album.

    Game brings fire on all aspects, he boasts one of the best voices in hip hop and he    Great production, great lyrics, great songs, great album.

    Game brings fire on all aspects, he boasts one of the best voices in hip hop and he certainly holds his own on every track. Well worth the purchase, a very interesting and colourful listen.    … Full Review »
  3. WarriorV1
    Aug 23, 2011
    10
    Amazing album. Don't see how you can dislike it. Definitely better than the Documentary and very much anticipated and well received, to me atAmazing album. Don't see how you can dislike it. Definitely better than the Documentary and very much anticipated and well received, to me at least. It has the best production, amazing lyricism, and the substance to last. Game just made his second classic!… Full Review »
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