Ye
by Kanye West
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7.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1222 Ratings

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  1. aidanhicks101
    Jun 1, 2018
    10
    Kanye has always been hella ahead when it comes to music wether people love it or don't understand it at the time (ex: 808 & Yeezus.) I went into this album with low expectations after the mess of "Ye vs. The People" and was expecting a crazy show of political songs. But he really exceeded my expectations more than I could ever expect. You can tell something has changed within him sinceKanye has always been hella ahead when it comes to music wether people love it or don't understand it at the time (ex: 808 & Yeezus.) I went into this album with low expectations after the mess of "Ye vs. The People" and was expecting a crazy show of political songs. But he really exceeded my expectations more than I could ever expect. You can tell something has changed within him since his breakdown and it was a somewhat revival of what he talks about. he goes from the crazy rambling Kanye on The Life of Pablo to a thought provoking Kanye that is facing his depression and calling it a superpower so it doesn't take over him. Although there are still crazy lyrics, this has to be one of his most thoughtful records he's made in years. This truly does sound like the future of Kanye and I'm alright with that. The producing is also so much better than the mess of Pablo and it all comes together in a amazing way. I will always defend his music and this album is the ulitmate reason why I will. It's great to see him like this and it's reasons like these that I am giving it a perfect 10. Keep it up!… Expand
  2. ItsVenox
    Jun 1, 2018
    10
    ''ye'' welcomes the listener in Kanye's head. He explains what he experienced in the last couple of years and compiled those feelings he had in a 7-track-long album. The first track sets the mood of the album and introduces the listener to his bipolar ''disorder'' which he finds a superpower.
  3. shadesoffroot
    Jun 1, 2018
    0
    Sonically ambivalent about its message and too brief to distill anything substantial to its listeners.
  4. Rcanez
    Jun 1, 2018
    9
    Very well produced, very memorable, and good samples, too short, we want more YE!!!
  5. dirtycomputer
    Jun 1, 2018
    0
    No growth from his previous albums... I expected better. This album is instead mundane, repetitive, and unoriginal.
  6. lucasvolkmer
    Jun 1, 2018
    7
    I found the album good but at the same time it is easily forgettable. I liked the way Kanye explored different genres besides hip hop, and the lyrics are really intense.
  7. TimW001
    Jun 1, 2018
    9
    Actually quite a good album. The theme of a man who is suffering from being bipolar, when you hear it you'll recognize that the theme works. The opening track is by far the weakest. The remaining songs mostly have great samples and meaningful, thoughtful lyrics. A lot of good moments and family and relationships. Ghost Town is a bit of a mess along with All Mine and I bought about KillingActually quite a good album. The theme of a man who is suffering from being bipolar, when you hear it you'll recognize that the theme works. The opening track is by far the weakest. The remaining songs mostly have great samples and meaningful, thoughtful lyrics. A lot of good moments and family and relationships. Ghost Town is a bit of a mess along with All Mine and I bought about Killing You. On Ghost Town it seems like Kid Cudi as singing to a different tune.

    But the remaining five sonngs are a must listen. I liked the album and recommend it.    … Expand
  8. CarloContiBish
    Jun 1, 2018
    10
    In my opinion, this albums represents the end of the conflict that Kanye has been living ever since his mother passed away, between the dark themes and anger of the latest albums, the opium problems and outbursts he's had. I think he finally found peace and he's showing it through a mixture of classic kanye and new, some tracks are pure hard hitting rap tracks and some are more melancholicIn my opinion, this albums represents the end of the conflict that Kanye has been living ever since his mother passed away, between the dark themes and anger of the latest albums, the opium problems and outbursts he's had. I think he finally found peace and he's showing it through a mixture of classic kanye and new, some tracks are pure hard hitting rap tracks and some are more melancholic and melodic tracks. Overall: … Expand
  9. LuizwhSantana
    Jun 1, 2018
    10
    great album, focused, short but amazing, I'm in love, it's on repeat since it dropped.
  10. KwstasMpasonas
    Jun 1, 2018
    10
    The album is flawless he proved to me again that he still has it .Eminem issapointed Kanye delivered
  11. funkyhomosapien
    Jun 1, 2018
    7
    Production is good but rapping and lyrically is bad. Singing is almost taking up space as rapping. Still listenable album and have a good replay value.
  12. GangWeed
    Jun 1, 2018
    10
    An absolutely beautiful album. Kanye's best since My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy.
  13. MillaGrandinoD
    Jun 1, 2018
    10
    This new concept of relatively small album is great, because it seems that the songs are interconnected to one. A great album that is easily to be treasured.
  14. sergiomgaldino
    Jun 1, 2018
    10
    Best Kanye's Album! The instruments are incredible. Kanye is a genius, and all geniuses are uncorrected. The appendix of the album is the track Ghost Town, the woman's voice is amazing!
  15. ahkmanrah
    Jun 1, 2018
    9
    A very unique sound, and a breath of fresh air from recent music. It would be a 10, but I think it was too short. Even if more tracks compensated for the quality, I still would have enjoyed it more. The only track I didn't love was All Mine, and that was still pretty good. The best part about this album is the production. You could argue its Ye's best produced album. Love the way KanyeA very unique sound, and a breath of fresh air from recent music. It would be a 10, but I think it was too short. Even if more tracks compensated for the quality, I still would have enjoyed it more. The only track I didn't love was All Mine, and that was still pretty good. The best part about this album is the production. You could argue its Ye's best produced album. Love the way Kanye portray mental health issues. Instead of portraying it like a bad thing to have, and only bad people have it, Kanye describes what people with is a disability he sees as a superpower.… Expand
  16. Connf11
    Jun 1, 2018
    9
    Kanye returns with an album featuring excellent sound reminiscent of College Dropout and fantastic beats, lyrics are heartfelt and follow Kanye and his married life. Struggling with angst and other issues of Yeezy. The highlight track for me and probably many others has to be "Ghost Town", with a feature that made me wanna listen to Kid Cudi again, something I haven't said since 2013.Kanye returns with an album featuring excellent sound reminiscent of College Dropout and fantastic beats, lyrics are heartfelt and follow Kanye and his married life. Struggling with angst and other issues of Yeezy. The highlight track for me and probably many others has to be "Ghost Town", with a feature that made me wanna listen to Kid Cudi again, something I haven't said since 2013. Other noteworthy songs: "Yikes", "Wouldnt Leave", "No Mistakes", & "Violent Crimes".… Expand
  17. nikoziko
    Jun 1, 2018
    10
    this is just a fantastic and unique album from kanye's crazy ass mind every song has a feel to it and the production in each song is amazing
  18. ronaldohero
    Jun 1, 2018
    10
    Absolutely amazing! One of the best ever from Kanye! People need to hear it!
  19. Kwaring
    Jun 1, 2018
    9
    Not Kanye best work but a great body of work, violent crimes the best song in the project.
  20. jonhperry
    Jun 1, 2018
    0
    reputation outsold, outimpacted, outcharted, outviewed & outeverything'ed
    kanye west is OVER
  21. teachusyeezus
    Jun 1, 2018
    9
    Kanye did not disappoint on his new "Ye" album. The lyrics are substancial, touching on his bipolar disorder, drug addiction, and controversial remarks. On the other hand, the production seems catchy and very unique. The song "Ghost Town" looks like the only weak part of the project.
  22. adidon
    Jun 1, 2018
    10
    Much more focused than TLOP and the production is some of Kanye's very best work. From the haunting opening track to the masterfully constructed Ghost Town, this is far and away the best album of the year thus far. He is able to say everything he needs to in the 7 tracks and is perhaps the most intimate, vulnerable Ye we have ever seen. Even more so than 808s and it works brilliantly in this case.
  23. MrHonesty
    Jun 1, 2018
    9
    Kanye's new album 'ye' is very enjoyable. It actually surprised me when I listened it for the first time. The production, the writing and his flow hasn't changed drastically, but the overall feeling is different. It has an indie vibe to it (thanks to Francis and the Lights co-production on two tracks). Kanye is on this album more calm and relaxed than on his previous two albums and that'sKanye's new album 'ye' is very enjoyable. It actually surprised me when I listened it for the first time. The production, the writing and his flow hasn't changed drastically, but the overall feeling is different. It has an indie vibe to it (thanks to Francis and the Lights co-production on two tracks). Kanye is on this album more calm and relaxed than on his previous two albums and that's what I like about this album.
    My favorite songs are Yikes, All Mine, Ghost Town and Violent Crimes.    … Expand
  24. JayShurman
    Jun 1, 2018
    10
    The 2nd of Kanye's 4 albums this Summer, which feels more EP than LP, grows on you with each listen. His ambitious sampling and more introspective lyrics suggests there are "No More Parties in L.A." Songs "Ghost Town" and "Violent Crimes" most reflect the new stage in West's life. Something makes me think next week's collaboration with Kid Cudi will be more celebratory.
  25. LinttaFlamingo
    Jun 1, 2018
    8
    This thing is good!

    Kanye's production has always been catchy and original, and in "Ye" it shows once again with hard-hitting but soothing and soulful samples throughout the whole album. With only seven tracks and a 23 minute runtime this is a great example of quality over quantity, just like DAYTONA by Pusha T (also produced by West). All of the seven tracks feel like they have a    This thing is good!

    Kanye's production has always been catchy and original, and in "Ye" it shows once again with hard-hitting but soothing and soulful samples throughout the whole album. With only seven tracks and a 23 minute runtime this is a great example of quality over quantity, just like DAYTONA by Pusha T (also produced by West). All of the seven tracks feel like they have a personality of their own. Lyrically and production wise there's not a moment that feels like filler just to make the album longer. I really appreciate it.

    Obviously not everyone's going to like every track on the album necessarily, but it's undeniable that Kanye is confident when it comes to his craft, and a lot of effort has gone in here. Great stuff!    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 34 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 18 out of 34
  3. Negative: 2 out of 34
  1. RapReviews.com
    Oct 8, 2018
    60
    ye is an average album with some good songs, some bad songs, and some songs that will clearly be spun millions of times. The problem is that "average" has never been good enough for Kanye West nor should it be.
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  2. The Wire
    Jul 26, 2018
    60
    For all his power as a motivating force it’s perhaps inevitable that Ye proves weakest of the first four. Left to his own devices West sounds bewildered, somewhere between awe and exhaustion. [Aug 2018, p.63]
  3. AllMusic
    Jun 15, 2018
    50
    Ye can feel uneven, sometimes boring, and more indulgent than usual, but it's a fascinating peek into West's psyche.
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