HONESTLY, NEVERMIND
by Drake
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4.6

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  1. twhits1
    Jun 17, 2022
    10
    The GOAT returns with a left-field classic. Gets better with every listen. Polarizing but will eventually get its credit like 808s.
  2. Jok3rbo3
    Jun 18, 2022
    10
    Quite a surprise of an album with a great vibe for the summer, nothing exceptional but I feel like this album will grow on a lot of people.
  3. erujabidi
    Jun 18, 2022
    10
    Drake finally took some big risks and focused on one cohesive sound. On the last few projects, he was stuck in a routine of trying to please every type of fan he has, and he ended up with bloated, formulaic albums that tried to do too much at once. This time, he picked one lane (singing over dance music) and fully committed himself to it, pushing himself out of his usual formula. I neverDrake finally took some big risks and focused on one cohesive sound. On the last few projects, he was stuck in a routine of trying to please every type of fan he has, and he ended up with bloated, formulaic albums that tried to do too much at once. This time, he picked one lane (singing over dance music) and fully committed himself to it, pushing himself out of his usual formula. I never thought we’d get a cohesive 14-song album from Drake again—especially one with this much experimentation—and I’m very happy with the surprise. He finally stopped trying to appease all his fans… Expand
  4. brunosgrott
    Jun 18, 2022
    10
    if u don’t understand the album, it wasn’t made for you, so damn good and well done
  5. AAFestus
    Jun 17, 2022
    10
    It lived up to everything I expected from an experimental Dance/House Album
  6. clbpres
    Jun 17, 2022
    10
    … the goat i can’t even fathom the greatness we are witnessing. drake tapped into a new scene of music and these tracks will be mixed to death at every festival, club, etc… he really done it
  7. jgchampagne
    Jun 17, 2022
    10
    Drake's most different album so far. Nobody imagined that he would release an all-dance album. I loved that he stepped out of his comfort zone and delivered excellent productions.
  8. keiimass
    Jun 18, 2022
    10
    El MIDAS del pop anglosajon. Este tipo nació para esto entiendanlo yaaaa. Honestly prefiero el Drizzy versátil, incursionado en géneros nuevos, claramente es un álbum muy comercial lo reconozco. But afrobeat, danceHall, rap, pop, UK drill, reguetón, r&b and ..., con el respeto de todos Drake y Bad Bunny son el Google, el motor de arranque de música a nivel global . Mi humilde opiniónEl MIDAS del pop anglosajon. Este tipo nació para esto entiendanlo yaaaa. Honestly prefiero el Drizzy versátil, incursionado en géneros nuevos, claramente es un álbum muy comercial lo reconozco. But afrobeat, danceHall, rap, pop, UK drill, reguetón, r&b and ..., con el respeto de todos Drake y Bad Bunny son el Google, el motor de arranque de música a nivel global . Mi humilde opinión team DRIZZY. Hater HONESTLY, NEVERMIND...… Expand
  9. Jplar
    Jun 17, 2022
    10
    This is one of the albums ever, it had production, it had lyrics, and it’s the first ever album to have over 1 lesbillion digital sales and streaming, this takes hiphop to while new level that even kendrick can’t top it, you only need this in your album collection or better ifnot or it will entirely ruined your album hype going around the corner #honestlynevermindsweep
  10. franciscomand
    Jun 17, 2022
    10
    For an artist like Drake, who has perfected an album formula designed for chart domination and party ubiquity, this is a surprise album in every sense of the term.

    Largely a departure from rap, HN finds Drake crooning passionately over house beats, making for some of the most refreshing and interesting music of his record-breaking career. While it’s sure to divide his fans (and haters),    For an artist like Drake, who has perfected an album formula designed for chart domination and party ubiquity, this is a surprise album in every sense of the term.

    Largely a departure from rap, HN finds Drake crooning passionately over house beats, making for some of the most refreshing and interesting music of his record-breaking career.

    While it’s sure to divide his fans (and haters), by veering from his strategy of trying to appease a electric mix of listeners Drake has produced a focused, challenging project that one suspects will age favourably. Highlights include Falling Back, Texts Go Green, Sticky, Massive, Ties That Bind, Overdrive, Liability and Jimmy Cooks.    … Expand
  11. Lukee66738
    Jun 17, 2022
    10
    A really different album from Drake here, but I do believe this is good… tracks to listen out for are “falling back”, “texts go green”, “massive” and “flights booked”
  12. gabrielmf
    Jun 17, 2022
    10
    album of the year + drake is a GOAT. falling back will win song of the year for sure
  13. GoofyAhUnclProd
    Jun 17, 2022
    10
    its really a 6.5 but ratio yall cant calll it a 4.5 goofy ahh kids scary hours 3 is dropping so pipe down
  14. Calvinbritto
    Jun 17, 2022
    10
    Um Esforço e um respeito as fãs sempre tentando trazer novidades e não indo ao óbvio, Mesmo com a carreira consagrada são poucos que se atrevem
  15. nasro
    Jun 18, 2022
    10
    I really liked the vibe of the album. he fix the mistakes that he did in clb to give us this great album i think this is the best album in 2022
  16. Ed765
    Jun 20, 2022
    10
    I love albums where each song rolls into the next. Each song also tells a part of a simple story
  17. Ghizy
    Jun 20, 2022
    10
    The best album from Drake, he really left his comfort zone with this project and he did incredible.
  18. akabrasil
    Jun 21, 2022
    10
    Amazing songs on a different vibe by an amazing artist ! The goat is versatile.
  19. BGarcia
    Jun 21, 2022
    10
    Genuinely a project that grows on you. Although I loved it from the beginning, the more I listened to it the better it was. I also had a lot of people
    That agreed with this. If you listen to it without expecting a hip-hop album, I think it gives you a better ear for it. A beautiful curve ball.
  20. Grevious
    Jun 25, 2022
    10
    The album is a refreshing change of paces from Drake as his prior project begun to feel safe without any true risk with experimentation. House music is rooted in Black culture dating back to Chicago and Detroit with pioneers such as Frankie Knuckles and Ron Hardy. Drake's take on House music is fun, light, and energetic.

    The overall album is his most cohesive since NWTS or Take Care.    The album is a refreshing change of paces from Drake as his prior project begun to feel safe without any true risk with experimentation. House music is rooted in Black culture dating back to Chicago and Detroit with pioneers such as Frankie Knuckles and Ron Hardy. Drake's take on House music is fun, light, and energetic.

    The overall album is his most cohesive since NWTS or Take Care. In 5-years from now, it would be hard to not place this project in with his best bodies of work. 10/10 for a strong body of work that is completely out of Drake's comfort zone.    … Expand
  21. WakaBlazer
    Jun 26, 2022
    10
    The melodies keep on playing on my head… can’t get enough of it.. album of the year for me
  22. jmurcia20
    Jun 17, 2022
    9
    Drake decided to wake up and give the gays everything they want. The first half of the album is pretty mid and 'Sticky' is probably the worst song I've ever listened to, but from 'Massive' onwards, it is a PERFECT album.
  23. Oir23
    Jun 18, 2022
    9
    It’s a House music album I enjoyed it, thought it was different from the last albums.
  24. PedroSM
    Jun 21, 2022
    9
    Dear Americans, grow up and get hold of some vibes. Go to a beach, put this album on the speakers and start dancing.

    - A fellow European
  25. MadMananForever
    Jun 17, 2022
    9
    This is gonna be a underrated drake album I can already tell it cause it's reviews aren't good. It's a good recovery from clb
  26. gusstathekid
    Jun 21, 2022
    9
    o álbum trás melodias relaxantes e perfeitas, sem dúvidas um projeto muito bom! Drake representou perfeitamente o dance apesar de ser um artista de hip hop além de trazer bastante criatividade para as músicas, com transições bem colocadas e perfeitamente encaixadas. Só achei q a última música c o feat do 21 savage não deveria fazer parte do album por se diferenciar claramente do tema eo álbum trás melodias relaxantes e perfeitas, sem dúvidas um projeto muito bom! Drake representou perfeitamente o dance apesar de ser um artista de hip hop além de trazer bastante criatividade para as músicas, com transições bem colocadas e perfeitamente encaixadas. Só achei q a última música c o feat do 21 savage não deveria fazer parte do album por se diferenciar claramente do tema e estilo geral do EP, entretanto é uma ótima faixa!… Expand
  27. kid247
    Jun 21, 2022
    8
    Not always hitting where it should but ultimately refreshing and a welcome change to his musical palette
  28. parsa2000
    Jun 17, 2022
    8
    I really liked the vibe of the album. it's a pretty good upgrade after that CLB disaster. obviously he's trying to get back to what he used to be; an innovative artist and I think it's working. there are some junk tracks again but just a few, overall it's good.
  29. Mindurbidniss
    Aug 5, 2023
    8
    Love it. Probably my favorite Drake album to date. It's not the "Drake you know and love" but that's not necessarily a bad thing. I think it's a refreshing change to that 808 heavy, R&B straddling sound that pervades every radio now days. It's up tempo and upbeat, yet emotionally heavy. The only track I didn't dig was the finale with 21 Savage. It sounds as expected.
  30. LucasSwift
    Jun 17, 2022
    8
    Praticamente um álbum solo, não se escorou em ninguém então um 8 pela coragem
  31. Tim7
    Jun 18, 2022
    8
    What’s frustrating is everyone calling this a bad album. I think it’s a great album with production dedicated for a summer. I throughly enjoyed most tracks.
  32. SolReviews
    Aug 5, 2022
    8
    Drake’s newest album combines rich, modern instrumentals with some of the greatest vocal performances of his career.
  33. DMunE
    Jun 18, 2022
    8
    After a few listens this album started to grow on me. It certainly isn’t a “dance” album at all, it’s more of an emotional slow ride that shines in that regard. People hated on Drake for CLB for not trying something new, yet he does so in this album and people hate it because of the fact it’s different. I don’t believe his intention was to make a massive breakthrough, but rather follow upAfter a few listens this album started to grow on me. It certainly isn’t a “dance” album at all, it’s more of an emotional slow ride that shines in that regard. People hated on Drake for CLB for not trying something new, yet he does so in this album and people hate it because of the fact it’s different. I don’t believe his intention was to make a massive breakthrough, but rather follow up on his previous album with a different stance. This is a solid, emotional and rhythmic listen; one that I truly enjoy.… Expand
  34. briangk15
    Jun 22, 2022
    8
    I’ve been waiting a long time for drake to try something new, and I’m very happy with the outcome.
  35. Bobtinin
    Aug 9, 2022
    7
    On the album "Honestly, Nevermind", I respect Drake's continued willingness to experiment and try new genres and sounds. Many consider versatility and experimentation to be important in the progression of an artist, and you can see it on display in this project. As people have pointed out, this album is not a groundbreaking addition to the House genre, but people should not be looking atOn the album "Honestly, Nevermind", I respect Drake's continued willingness to experiment and try new genres and sounds. Many consider versatility and experimentation to be important in the progression of an artist, and you can see it on display in this project. As people have pointed out, this album is not a groundbreaking addition to the House genre, but people should not be looking at it through that lens. Drake is not a House artist, he is mainly a Hip-hop artist, and that is his bread and butter. People should appreciate Drake's willingness to step out of his comfort zone, and the fact that he's using his platform to advance this kind of music. I rate this album a 7/10 since I like the experimentation, although it may not be the best.… Expand
  36. antaios
    Jul 2, 2022
    7
    Not as bad as people make it out to be. People who claim this is bad house never listened to house. A criticism that is often thrown around is that it's repetitive; you could as well just write "I don't understand house" on your forehead. It's not just house of course, as it's mixed a lot with dancehall, something Drake has been attempting a lot lately, but never this succesfully. Drake isNot as bad as people make it out to be. People who claim this is bad house never listened to house. A criticism that is often thrown around is that it's repetitive; you could as well just write "I don't understand house" on your forehead. It's not just house of course, as it's mixed a lot with dancehall, something Drake has been attempting a lot lately, but never this succesfully. Drake is one of the few artists whose upbeat rap tracks are as enjoyable as his R&B ballads, and I was honestly waiting for a ballad-only album from him, and this comes close. He jazzily twirls around the mellow dance tracks talking about his unconventional practices in relationships: tongue-in-cheekly alluding to polygamy on the video clip of the opening track; breaking hearts with even more cruelty than his rap colleagues, because he does seem to care about these women. The second half of the album (after Massive) shows a sharp decline in quality, but it picks itself up from time to time - mostly on Liability, which sounds like a slowed reverb Drake track, almost psychedelic, and showing he still got it with the on-the-verge-of-cringe lines: "You put your words together like you getting points for that **** like you playing scrabble on me", immediately followed by the shattering: "Your mama's the sweetest lady, the apple fell far from the tree". All in all, the people who claim this is trash are farther from the truth than the people who praise this to the heavens, but once again the internet is divided about something that is "just okay" (which cannot exist on the internet of course).… Expand
  37. Chadyb16
    Jul 5, 2022
    7
    So happy Drake finally switched up his formula from the repetitive template of Views. Love when an artist explores new sounds. Execution could have been better, but there are some solid tracks and this is no where near as bad as internet memes would lead you to believe imo.

    I believe a lot of the pushback is a result of a perceived macho masculine artist making music typically    So happy Drake finally switched up his formula from the repetitive template of Views. Love when an artist explores new sounds. Execution could have been better, but there are some solid tracks and this is no where near as bad as internet memes would lead you to believe imo.

    I believe a lot of the pushback is a result of a perceived macho masculine artist making music typically associated with the queer community (house) and singing his heart out (though vocals could be better).    … Expand
  38. hausoflilluis
    Aug 2, 2022
    7
    Okay, I'm a little dizzy. Drake is hard to describe at this point; some say it is redundant. Others go further and manage to praise his creativity. I think there are several moments that are repeated, but the situation has changed when listening to the rapper making house music. Do you know how common it is to see this these days? Now, don't say that you only think of Kaytranada when youOkay, I'm a little dizzy. Drake is hard to describe at this point; some say it is redundant. Others go further and manage to praise his creativity. I think there are several moments that are repeated, but the situation has changed when listening to the rapper making house music. Do you know how common it is to see this these days? Now, don't say that you only think of Kaytranada when you listen to this record, because there are more than on black artist doing this genre. In short, this album is curiously unique, and I mean that in a good way.

    fav tracks: "A Keeper", "Flight's Booked", "Calling My Name", "Sticky" & "Falling Back"
    KEY-TRACK: "Massive"    … Expand
  39. MitchyBoi03
    Jun 17, 2022
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A different sound than your typical Drake project. I feel that it could be better in a lot of ways, but is a nice listen once you’ve got the gist of it.… Expand
  40. drewdizzle2000
    Jun 17, 2022
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. People expected a rap album but it's not bad for a dance album. Very cohesive project and he stuck with one sound. It's more like a playlist imo for whenever you're in a late night dancy mood.… Expand
  41. Darius_Crowd12
    Jun 17, 2022
    7
    This new album by Drake is refreshing, the use of R&B and pop in this album show off how he has used these elements to his advantage. The production value on this album in some tracks feels stronger than some on CLB. However, this album can be improved upon, as some parts in this album are weaker and need more. Therefore, I will be giving this album a 7/10.
  42. Benc1520
    Jun 17, 2022
    7
    Honestly, Nevermind was actually not a bad album sure it not better then drake's other ablums but way better then Certified Lover Boy one of Drake's worst ablum he ever produced, the music in the ablum is actually not that bad and the songs are really pretty cool to listen but it is the best ablum of 2022, no kendrick lamar and the weeknd made better ablum then what drake is doing i meanHonestly, Nevermind was actually not a bad album sure it not better then drake's other ablums but way better then Certified Lover Boy one of Drake's worst ablum he ever produced, the music in the ablum is actually not that bad and the songs are really pretty cool to listen but it is the best ablum of 2022, no kendrick lamar and the weeknd made better ablum then what drake is doing i mean sure drake will never come back to it golden age of his carrer but still this is not a bad ablum from the rapper in general.… Expand
  43. samuelmirands
    Jun 21, 2022
    7
    I MEAN, IT'S WAY BETTER THAN CLB AND SCORPION.
    There are a few down points like the opening track and the last songs on the record, but overall it's a pretty solid new sound for Drake and I'm here for it. IT'S SO MUCH BETTER THAN CLB
  44. billzhq
    Jun 17, 2022
    6
    Some of most underwhelming music he’s ever released, different type of style with this one, might not resonate with most, but might grow to enjoy some tracks
  45. gibson2488
    Jun 17, 2022
    6
    Probably drake’s most mid album, the minamal dance beats are interesting at first but get boring as the album progresses. Not awful, but nothing special.
  46. MetacriticOnur
    Jun 17, 2022
    6
    admirable
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    worthy of admiration; inspiring approval, reverence, or affection.
  47. drizzly1
    Jun 18, 2022
    6
    It seems that Drake is trying to go easy these days. Honestly, Nevermind is likely to remain as another disappointing album after CLB. The beat that combines R&B and house deserves to be appreciated, but with its loose and unfinished sound overall seems to make this even more underestimated. I loved the track Jimmy Crooks (feat. 21 Savage) and A Keeper.
  48. Fabiancsc
    Jan 19, 2023
    6
    Despite the fact that the songs on the album can be bland lyrically, I highlight the fact that he ventures into house and other rhythms, to which we are accustomed with Drake... but the taste of a superficial album remains, which could have been better lyrically
  49. bigcamus
    Jun 17, 2022
    6
    Drake going on deep house territory, but can he still rap ? For a surprise album, that was a huge surprise. Great album for clubbing, but that's pretty much it. I would've expected more from him, in a year where Pusha T and Kendrick dropped.
  50. someonewhocares
    Jul 4, 2022
    6
    I'll have to hear the album again before I have a clear feeling of if i like this or not. Most songs I heard featured Drake's singing, so that might have pushed this to a 6 instead of a standard 7. However, i like how most songs aren't explicit in any shape or form, which is certainly a departure for this Canadian rapper. I love the beats; this is my kind of music i like from male singers.
  51. Punfisito
    Oct 26, 2022
    6
    Se siente como si no se hubiera puesto mucho esfuerzo en este proyecto, sin embargo, es disfrutable y agradable de ecuchar.
  52. Grady
    Jun 17, 2022
    5
    Lazy. Drake is still auto-piloting, but this time over generic dance beats. Nothing sounds awful, just very uninspired and dull.
  53. vgmkyle
    Jun 18, 2022
    5
    Just like the last album it's mainly filler, but there are a few good tracks you will be listening to on repeat. If you don't understand how Drake works by now you probably never will. This is what he does: mediocre albums with radio banging singles.
  54. ROBYWON
    Jun 18, 2022
    5
    Neither meat nor fish. Perhaps the pandemic has led artists to experiment too much...daring is fine, but Drake is to house like David Guetta is to country music
  55. AdrianOst077
    Jan 3, 2023
    5
    This album is so **** mediocre. Generic house beats made with garage band on loop for the remainder of the song. 18 producers and all of them managed to produce this lazy piece of wank. Massive was the only house track that had somewhat of a switch to keep it interesting. The intro didn't even flow into the first song, and Drake decided to put a rap song in a house album which was wank asThis album is so **** mediocre. Generic house beats made with garage band on loop for the remainder of the song. 18 producers and all of them managed to produce this lazy piece of wank. Massive was the only house track that had somewhat of a switch to keep it interesting. The intro didn't even flow into the first song, and Drake decided to put a rap song in a house album which was wank as well. Repetitive, meaningless chewing gum stain that has been sitting on the pavement for decades. If I ever see or hear anyone call this album a masterpiece or say that Drake is one of the top rappers of all time, they need to be sent off to a special ed school. Even generic pop songs that come on the radio aren't as boring as this album is.… Expand
  56. JayMVP
    Jun 20, 2022
    5
    Mid, Only 2 listenable songs, all the other ones are mid. If this is the direction Drake is going, its not good.
  57. Markaaau
    Jun 17, 2022
    5
    A very, very, very, very, very "ok" album, isn't bad, but it isn't good. At least there's a nice vibe, but nothing special at all.
  58. Wombopride
    Jun 17, 2022
    5
    A surprise album from Drake I’m sure was a delight for many, but dread immediately set in for me knowing darn well that if this album was anything like “Certified Lover Boy” we were doomed to a summer of Drake Stan’s claiming that this album was “as good as Mr. Morale” or some nonsense like that. You’ll certainly be hearing this album all summer, but rest assured, my fears were quicklyA surprise album from Drake I’m sure was a delight for many, but dread immediately set in for me knowing darn well that if this album was anything like “Certified Lover Boy” we were doomed to a summer of Drake Stan’s claiming that this album was “as good as Mr. Morale” or some nonsense like that. You’ll certainly be hearing this album all summer, but rest assured, my fears were quickly realized. While I won’t say this album is as bad as “CLB” it’s not good in any right. The house sound is cool on some tracks (Sticky, Massive), but overall the sound seems as confused as Drake has seemed to be these past few years. Almost every song on the album is at least a minute or more too long as Drake “oohhs and ahhhs” or repeats the same line for the majority of tracks. I admire Drake for trying something new with this house direction and if nothing else he’s produced some easy to listen to music about his general subject matter, but got someone who is allegedly one of the greats, that’s simply not enough. “Jimmy Cooks” to the surprise of no one is far and away the best track on this project and it’s truthfully not even close. 21 and Drake have great chemistry on the track and I would’ve rather us got 14 tracks like this then the confused house mess we ended up with. Unless something drastically changes it seems nothing will ever change in Drake’s subject matter and therefore his ceiling can only be so high for me. The repetition of this album was unbelievable and I didn’t think Drake could achieve a higher level of repeatability, I was wrong. Don’t get it twisted, however, these tracks will still be played all summer simply because it’s Drake. Overall, I give this project a very generous 50/100. Between the effort to try something new and the standout track “Jimmy Cooks” I felt the album was still a much better try at producing music than “CLB”.

    Best Track: “Jimmy Cooks”
    Worst Track: “Texts Go Green” “Liability”
    Overall Score: 50/100    … Expand
  59. JayJago
    Jun 29, 2022
    5
    Drake made this album with Garageband. This all sound unpolished with poor lyrics.
  60. Teeb_
    Oct 8, 2022
    5
    This album just feels like another Certified Lover Boy, except in Dance form. Jimmy Cooks is definitely my favorite song, and basically the only song I play from this album. Every other song is ok
  61. ConfuciusPanda
    Jun 17, 2022
    4
    A strange album. The album is all over the place, there are quite a few different genres in it, but none done particularly well. I like Jimmy Crooks that song will be popular, its a classic Drake song. Some nice production on here with cool electronic sounds, but some bad production too. I think the autotune on the album is too much. Which is an odd choice because drake can sing, and hasA strange album. The album is all over the place, there are quite a few different genres in it, but none done particularly well. I like Jimmy Crooks that song will be popular, its a classic Drake song. Some nice production on here with cool electronic sounds, but some bad production too. I think the autotune on the album is too much. Which is an odd choice because drake can sing, and has sounded better on previous records.
    But honestly, loads of 2 min songs that are just so meh like Calling My Name,Currents,A Keeper. One whole minute of the song is just the same line repeated. Then there's like a house song. His singing is really not great. Its just not very good, quite uninspiring, and allover the place.    … Expand
  62. OuterThought
    Jun 18, 2022
    4
    An album that really didn't need to be made at all with very bland vocals and house beats. Some of the songs sound very uninspired and all over the place. It's just a very strange and confusing album and I am not sure why someone like Drake a huge name in the industry couldn't connect with those who could help better or push the sound he wanted. I admire Drake wanting to move into newAn album that really didn't need to be made at all with very bland vocals and house beats. Some of the songs sound very uninspired and all over the place. It's just a very strange and confusing album and I am not sure why someone like Drake a huge name in the industry couldn't connect with those who could help better or push the sound he wanted. I admire Drake wanting to move into new territory but there is almost no excuse, especially considering how well connected he is. Anyone that's giving this album a 10 is full of delusion and fanboyism. This is probably the most generic bland album I have ever listened to in my entire life… Expand
  63. Connf11
    Jun 18, 2022
    4
    Is there an artist who is less outgoing with his sound than drake? Another attempt to tap the well of Caribbean sound as seen in more life is an unmotivated and boring go of it. Nothing sticks out here really, and this album is destined to be forgotten, and it should be. I will say it, drake has gotten complacent. Nothing he has made in 5 years is even remotely interesting, he works betterIs there an artist who is less outgoing with his sound than drake? Another attempt to tap the well of Caribbean sound as seen in more life is an unmotivated and boring go of it. Nothing sticks out here really, and this album is destined to be forgotten, and it should be. I will say it, drake has gotten complacent. Nothing he has made in 5 years is even remotely interesting, he works better when he has a chip on his shoulder.… Expand
  64. All_ButTrU4
    Jun 17, 2022
    4
    A disappointing improvement from tge soulless "certified lover boy". This surprise release feels as rushed as its announcement but it also goes on to show the deake who made albums you could respect is gone. The intro is inw of the vest moments on a drake record in a long time but "dalling on me" deadpan repetition tests that goodwill. "Text go green " is almost something great as you'reA disappointing improvement from tge soulless "certified lover boy". This surprise release feels as rushed as its announcement but it also goes on to show the deake who made albums you could respect is gone. The intro is inw of the vest moments on a drake record in a long time but "dalling on me" deadpan repetition tests that goodwill. "Text go green " is almost something great as you're lured by the mesmerizing pulsating and skittering club beats but it's just the lyrical and vocal performance that consistently falls short though i will acknowledge this song has actually effort behind it. It's actually trying to be profound and introspective. "Currents" decides notvto continue what the previous track almist achieved and withdraws to predictable Drake-isms that ask for a vulnerability he would never reciprocate from a women hes showing temporary interest in. The production here still isnt awful but wasted on this era of drake. Overall this house influenced Dawn Fm offshoot is a step up from the overwhelming decadence of his previous lp post "Scorpion " where record's would be 20+ songs long with no variety here it's short but with more experiments(technically) . If this grew over time I'd understand.… Expand
  65. The-X-Territory
    Jun 22, 2022
    4
    Another lacklustre Drake Album, who could’ve seen that coming?

    Anyways, incredibly boring, overly repetitive, and drawn out songs that really aren’t anything new from Drake and definitely hard to sit through. This album would’ve seriously benefitted from much shorter songs, and a much shorter track list. It would still be underwhelming, but it would be much better. The only song that’s    Another lacklustre Drake Album, who could’ve seen that coming?

    Anyways, incredibly boring, overly repetitive, and drawn out songs that really aren’t anything new from Drake and definitely hard to sit through. This album would’ve seriously benefitted from much shorter songs, and a much shorter track list. It would still be underwhelming, but it would be much better.

    The only song that’s worth it is the last one with 21 Savage. At least Drake shows some energy on this track, and 21 kills his verse. Other than that, this album isn’t worth it.

    Ever since the release of Scorpion, Drake has been getting lazier and lazier, and that doesn’t seem to be changing anytime soon. Until he pulls his head out of his ass and starts to puts some effort into his music again, I’ll be listening to If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late.    … Expand
  66. miguelcstb
    Jun 17, 2022
    4
    Listening to this album was a complete surprise. It sounded nothing like what I expected, the typical rap album from Drake. It's great to see artists experiment, and in this case, not make another rap album in which most of the songs sound the same, now what we have is a dance album in which most of the songs sound the same. I am going to be honest, I enjoyed listening to this album, I mayListening to this album was a complete surprise. It sounded nothing like what I expected, the typical rap album from Drake. It's great to see artists experiment, and in this case, not make another rap album in which most of the songs sound the same, now what we have is a dance album in which most of the songs sound the same. I am going to be honest, I enjoyed listening to this album, I may have even danced a little bit, but that doesn't change the fact that this album feels repetitive and basic, and not even the collaboration with 21 savage could save this album. Drake should've spent more time with this record, to try and make it a little more... listenable.… Expand
  67. JorgeGonzalez92
    Jun 17, 2022
    4
    It's not very good. I get what he was trying to do, but my god did he fail. It's okay to try something new, Ye did it with 808s and again with Yeezus, but Drake is no Ye. Drake's strength comes from his easy-to-listen-to rap. It was nothing truly exceptional, but it sold. Drake was never groundbreaking, he didn't have to be. This, however, is not very good. It's generic, trite, andIt's not very good. I get what he was trying to do, but my god did he fail. It's okay to try something new, Ye did it with 808s and again with Yeezus, but Drake is no Ye. Drake's strength comes from his easy-to-listen-to rap. It was nothing truly exceptional, but it sold. Drake was never groundbreaking, he didn't have to be. This, however, is not very good. It's generic, trite, and all-around disappointing.… Expand
  68. Cheblow
    Jul 4, 2022
    4
    Flight's booked sounds outstanding for the first round, very simialr to last couples of albums
  69. mwlkbizzle
    Jun 17, 2022
    4
    An average album, very average, compared to "Scorpion", "Views" and so on. Drake really stopped being an artist. The only track that "services" is "Sticky"
  70. DameLillardSzn
    Jun 17, 2022
    4
    This is Drake’s most pop centric album since Views, and comes just 9 months after he released the much awaited CLB. It also lacks many features, with the only one being 21 Savage on Jimmy Cook’s, which I think is the best song. It’s a pretty generic album, with most of the songs following a simple and similar tempo. Drake leans into his singing side more than his rapping side, and whileThis is Drake’s most pop centric album since Views, and comes just 9 months after he released the much awaited CLB. It also lacks many features, with the only one being 21 Savage on Jimmy Cook’s, which I think is the best song. It’s a pretty generic album, with most of the songs following a simple and similar tempo. Drake leans into his singing side more than his rapping side, and while he’s talented at both I prefer one more than the other. I think this album will divide Drake fans because of how far he leans one way. Worth a listen but nothing special.… Expand
  71. lgopaul24
    Aug 6, 2022
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What in the elevator music, tryna recreate passionfruit, typa album is this.… Expand
  72. oneofjw
    Nov 27, 2022
    4
    woah what the **** Okay i get that he wants to do something new. By new, i did not expect to hear goofy cartoon music
  73. frapsed1
    May 28, 2023
    4
    This was a slog to listen to. Super boring and there are just a few songs that are good on their own. This would have gotten a worse score, but songs like "Jimmy Cooks" and "Sticky" lift the score up.

    FAVORITES: Jimmy Cooks, Massive, Sticky
  74. jaztazj
    Jun 19, 2022
    3
    As much as I give Drake a hard time, I will admit that he is normally great at what he does....This album was not it though. It didn't seem well thought out and rushed. The best way to describe this album is wet bread...Drake doesn't have to vocal strength/skill to sing on a whole album. He needs real singers to back him up.
  75. draediamond
    Jun 17, 2022
    3
    People keep comparing the reaction to 808s but it’s not that. AT ALL. 808s was genre shifting. This is just regular dance/house. It’s pretty bad dance music at that. Some songs just drag on and on. When you start vining to something, Drake comes in and says something stupid. Nothing on here for anyone that isn’t a Drake stan.
  76. dsgm
    Jun 18, 2022
    3
    Despite the more interesting, housier beats, this album has some of the blandest, least interesting performances drake has ever put to tape.
  77. Gogo1210
    Jun 19, 2022
    3
    This album is so mediocre boring and bland I couldn’t even Believe he released this half baked project
  78. AdityMaha
    Jul 11, 2022
    3
    I am a massive Drake fan so when i heard he was dropping a new album i really hoped it was better than his previous Album "Certified Lover Boy" which came out last year and imo it was a lot better than CLB but Overall i did not really enjoy the more dance, R&B style Drake was trying to go for on here and if im being honest there were only 4 songs i really enjoyed and keep replaying a lotI am a massive Drake fan so when i heard he was dropping a new album i really hoped it was better than his previous Album "Certified Lover Boy" which came out last year and imo it was a lot better than CLB but Overall i did not really enjoy the more dance, R&B style Drake was trying to go for on here and if im being honest there were only 4 songs i really enjoyed and keep replaying a lot those 4 are: Jimmy Cooks which featured the feature killer himself, the man who has never spit a Featured verse i never hated in the past 2 Years, that man being 21 Savage who btw im hoping does drop his 3rd Solo Album this year cause i really loved his last Album but Anyway Jimmy Cooks was a amazing closer to the album i really wished we got more trackd like that and Sticky which was another one of the best tracks on the album it was also released as a single later on and i appreciate that. Down Hill was another track that i really loved on here and serious if Drake had dropped a 3 Track EP with "Down Hill", "Jimmy Cooks" and "Sticky" it was most likely would have sold a lot better than this Album i guaranteed that. So Anyway Overall this Album was a Massive L in Drake's Discography and also the 3rd Straight Album in a row that Drake has dropped and it has been absolutel **** so yeah Overall Strong 3 out of 10. I hated a majority of the tracks except for "Down Hill", "Calling My Name", "Jimmy Cooks"(featuring. 21 Savage) and "Sticky".… Expand
  79. drippysunshine
    Jun 22, 2022
    3
    After CLB (which I thought was okay) I was hoping Drake's next album would be one of his best. Pretty disappointed by this one I can't lie. I guess he deserves credit for switching up his sound but he did not do it well in my opinion. This could've been a great album and it has its merits but everything about it is extremely underwhelming overall. I don't like the album as a whole, and theAfter CLB (which I thought was okay) I was hoping Drake's next album would be one of his best. Pretty disappointed by this one I can't lie. I guess he deserves credit for switching up his sound but he did not do it well in my opinion. This could've been a great album and it has its merits but everything about it is extremely underwhelming overall. I don't like the album as a whole, and the few songs that are okay are nowhere near Drake's best. Even his other albums that I would consider on the weaker side have at least one or two songs I really like that bring me back to it, but I can't say the same about this album. I hope his next is better.… Expand
  80. Criispy
    Jun 19, 2022
    3
    i never really liked drake, but even I can tell this album is gass without the g.
    album felt very lazy and sounds like it was made in garage band on an iphone 6.
  81. ThatCattieroGuy
    Jun 23, 2022
    3
    WOW, this album is BAD! After Certified Lover Boy, which I thought was extremely meh, I would've thought Drake would put in SOME effort to make a good album. Guess I was wrong, this is one of the laziest albums I've ever heard.
  82. meeep
    Jun 18, 2022
    3
    I didn't know what to expect from the album. But i was quite surprised to hear a house album. But soon i realised that every track sounded the same. Except for the last one they all sound like "Get it together" from "More Life". The Album is really boring and i'm not quite sure if CLB or this one was worse. The title sums up the album quite well. "Honestly, Nevermind"
  83. Az-vibe
    Jun 18, 2022
    3
    What a mid release nothing superior about it all good but there’s no hits soongs like his another albums
  84. True_Critique
    Jun 17, 2022
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I had much hope that the Drizzy we all loved and came to appreciate had returned with the intro tracks, Intro followed into Falling Back. With the polarizing production and groove that you wouldn't expect out of drake. At first listen you say after the first couple tracks, "this production is great, I wonder what else he has in store for us?" He didn't have anything else in store. The whole album is another heartbreak or lust filled song that has been so dried out from previous albums/songs of the same topic. It's just Drake's creative way of making the SAME **** I appreciate the experimental aspect of the album. However grooving 808s, drums, and samples just slightly tweaked on every club bass sample isn't creative. With dry and over tuned vocals from Mr. Lover Boy himself make for a boring listen. I actually skipped through most songs in the later portion of the album due to them not being different. At first you wanna dance, then you get bored, and then you get excruciatingly bored. You could tell someone to listen to one song on this album and it would be a preview of 90% of the album.
    Although tracks like Jimmy Cooks and Sticky change the tempo in a positive manner it goes right back to the same boring Drizzy.
    An honest disappointment of an album. Sounding just as rushed as the release, it's going to fall short in Drake's album discography.    … Expand
  85. BLawrence01
    Jun 17, 2022
    3
    I wish he did 'honestly nevermind'. This album is so boring that it serves as a vacuum for your energy. It has been 7 years since Drake made a good album, I wonder if we will ever see another one.
  86. GeorgeEgan
    Jun 19, 2022
    3
    one of the most boring albums since the start of this decade, extremely generic and uninspired
  87. schnanubisch
    Jul 5, 2022
    3
    As much as I appreciate Drake taking a risk and switching up his style, this just isn't what I wanted to hear. Drake's singing on some of these tracks (especially "Falling Back") is absolutely abominable. The majority of the beats sound bland, and I feel like Drake really offers less substantive lyrics than ever before. That being said, some of the songs actually provide a pretty niceAs much as I appreciate Drake taking a risk and switching up his style, this just isn't what I wanted to hear. Drake's singing on some of these tracks (especially "Falling Back") is absolutely abominable. The majority of the beats sound bland, and I feel like Drake really offers less substantive lyrics than ever before. That being said, some of the songs actually provide a pretty nice moody vibe and are just fun to listen to when you're spending time with your thoughts at night. Drake, however, vocally and lyrically offers little to nothing to these songs so that their appeal mostly come down to the beats or the instrumentals. Overall just another project that Drake seemingly didn't put in much effort for. His cruise on autopilot continues, even if he slightly altered his course by turning to more of a house music kind of style.… Expand
  88. ChiIIaoi
    Jul 19, 2023
    3
    Review só pra lembrar a nota que eu dei pro album:
    album ruim, agora só escrever pra passar dos 75 caracteres.
  89. ArtLeon
    Jun 20, 2022
    2
    it wasnt good it only had two good songs the vibe was not good and hes able to do way better
  90. hiphopplatinum
    Oct 2, 2022
    2
    this album is just another hit to drakes legacy and career it is a messy cheap sounding dusty album the album sounds so outdated and the sampling either drags the tracks down or actually is the only good part of the song the album has 2 good tracks and 1 which has replayability which is jimmy cooks and mostly for 21 Savage
  91. javierp
    Jun 24, 2022
    2
    Honestly, he could have kept this one. Actually I have never understood the hype on Drake, I think he is too overrated. The album is full of basic beats and lyrics, and (as always) there aren't almost any rhymes. Very disappointing.
  92. mitch1216
    Jun 17, 2022
    2
    Bad house, bad Drake, but a lazily crapped out album that Stans will insist is something new and revolutionary.
  93. Paivaribz
    Jun 18, 2022
    2
    Honestamente que album sem carisma nenhum, foi feito sem paixão alguma, Drake novamente quer tentar fazer hits gostosos como "One Dance" e "Passionfruit", porém falha miseravelmente.
  94. FreddySam_
    Jul 15, 2022
    2
    Drake returns with a surprise record in terms of release, But pretty unsurprising in terms of substance. Filled with lifeless and drab rythymic loops, and Dance Pop rythyms, that often repeat themselves to eternity, The production, despite being a switchup (I guess you could call that) is just incredibly unremarkable and boring. Lacking any kind of flavour or taste in the execution of theDrake returns with a surprise record in terms of release, But pretty unsurprising in terms of substance. Filled with lifeless and drab rythymic loops, and Dance Pop rythyms, that often repeat themselves to eternity, The production, despite being a switchup (I guess you could call that) is just incredibly unremarkable and boring. Lacking any kind of flavour or taste in the execution of the already generic ideas, The production only makes the fascinatingly lazy songwriting and performances stand out even more. When I saw that this was a new ground for him, I was happy thinking that he atleast gets that he needs a sonic switchup to make something substantial. Little did I know that he will use this as an excuse to be more lazy in his works.… Expand
  95. Default_Maks
    Dec 10, 2022
    2
    Absolutly garbage production and vocals by drake on this project. Goofy beats and boring album very repetitive
  96. 4rr4nW3th3rh111
    Aug 19, 2023
    2
    This album is awful. The most generic, bland music Drake has ever made. The only reason this got a 2 instead of a 0 is because I like "Massive" and "Jimmy Cooks". Every other song is so bland.
    Best song on the album "Massive".
  97. GPA
    Jun 17, 2022
    1
    I suggest Black Coffee work with a better artist next time. Idea around a house album is great, execution is not. Another L for Drake.
  98. Ecobomb55
    Jun 17, 2022
    1
    "Honestly, Nevermind". My thoughts exactly when I hoped this album would be at least a decent Drake project. The album sounds like a 52 minute version of Get It Together. The production is dry, the bars are extreme cringe, and the delivery is flatter than a board. This is easily the worst Drake has ever been. The only thing saving this album from a 0/10 is the final track which, while"Honestly, Nevermind". My thoughts exactly when I hoped this album would be at least a decent Drake project. The album sounds like a 52 minute version of Get It Together. The production is dry, the bars are extreme cringe, and the delivery is flatter than a board. This is easily the worst Drake has ever been. The only thing saving this album from a 0/10 is the final track which, while pretty generic, was much better than the rest of the album. Drake must've lost a bet in the NBA finals with the Celtics and this was their punishment for it.… Expand
  99. Hscoa
    Jun 27, 2022
    1
    As both a EDM and hip hop fan, this **** is the WORST ALBUM OF THE YEAR. Only decent / good song was Jimmy Cooks, which 21 carried. WTF are these lyrics??? YOUR **** CALLING MY NAME???? WTF. When **** see Aubrey Graham they **** turn into the **** SAHARA NOT THE OCEAN. WTFFFFFF.
  100. Diegohh99
    Jun 17, 2022
    1
    Somehow throughout the way, sadly, we lost Drake. Not even a decent effort, Drake continuous to disappoint his most loyal fan base.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. The Line of Best Fit
    Jun 30, 2022
    60
    Love-burnt and ambitious, Drake has produced something better than its predecessors, but without the fallback of crowd-pleasers, it is hard to see it standing the test of time.
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  2. Entertainment Weekly
    Jun 23, 2022
    67
    Instead of taking a much-needed left turn and cranking it up to 11, he's settled for something safe — something too smooth, too worldly.
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  3. RapReviews.com
    Jun 22, 2022
    50
    Drake breaks no new ground here, and retreads the same tales of love and regret so many times that the songs bleed together. If you just want background music for making love, this is your album. If you want to have your imagination captured by fantastic tales or be taken on an emotional roller coaster, don’t bother. There are no highs or lows here. We’re on medium the whole time.
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