This Is What I Mean
by Stormzy
Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
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  1. AllMusic
    Dec 2, 2022
    60
    The release seems like a major personal achievement and he deserves to be proud of it, but there isn't anything here that matches the best tracks on his first two albums.
  2. musicOMH.com
    Dec 1, 2022
    60
    If the album spent more time doing what it’s good at we would have a classic on the level that Stormzy seems to be aiming for.
  3. Slant Magazine
    Nov 28, 2022
    50
    Far too often, Stormzy sounds crushed under the weight of his own unrelenting seriousness.

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6.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 9 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 9
  3. Negative: 2 out of 9
  1. happycomposer
    Apr 20, 2023
    8
    Stormzy may be more well known for his freestyle and heavy rap, but he is clearly at his /best/ when buckling down, accessing himself, andStormzy may be more well known for his freestyle and heavy rap, but he is clearly at his /best/ when buckling down, accessing himself, and writing what he feels (to say nothing about the long list of unique collaborations that make this a varied, yet cohesive record). This album is well-thought-out, well-made, and well worth the listen.… Full Review »
  2. Nigel450
    Feb 18, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click full review link to view. Awful album. Weak lyrics. Singing is terrible. Not an album for rap music fans. Very narcissistic as usual from Stormzy.… Full Review »
  3. itsaboutdrive
    Dec 6, 2022
    0
    What is this???? Stormzy what the hell are you doing??? 0/10. No chance for this piece of trash.
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