Renaissance
by Beyoncé
  • Record Label: Columbia
  • Release Date: Jul 29, 2022
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  1. marfi2502
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé sendo incrível! As transições entre as músicas, a qualidade das músicas é de outro nível!! Melhor álbum da Bey!!!
  2. Jesus_fuentes2
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    the album makes you dance involuntarily, it's just amazing to hear, since the first song you're already moving your body
  3. Beycris
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Es un álbum que te transporta a los años en los que la música Disco, dance/house te hacía mover todo el cuerpo 10/10
  4. Iamyonathan_
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    She come´s to slay the entire industry. This album is a perfect party from start to finish. That album make you scream, dance move you ass, shake it all, it´s amazing
  5. simplytye
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé has once again outdone herself with yet another masterpiece of work. You can hear the years of hard work and dedication she took to make this album. From house to dance to R&B and disco. She hits the mark with each track from this album. My personal favorite as of right now is Cozy. I hope people listen to this with an open mind and take the time to listen and hear the musicBeyoncé has once again outdone herself with yet another masterpiece of work. You can hear the years of hard work and dedication she took to make this album. From house to dance to R&B and disco. She hits the mark with each track from this album. My personal favorite as of right now is Cozy. I hope people listen to this with an open mind and take the time to listen and hear the music instead of listening for a brief moment or forwarding the tracks. I cannot wait for the other acts to complete this trilogy.… Expand
  6. wackjeans
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    honestly got me hyped for the next 2 albums, the queen is back and served. best songs: alien superstar, break my soul, summer renaissance, and cozy
  7. Josealbertobb
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    This is without a doubt Beyoncé's best album. Let's remember, Lemonade is a work of art, but Renaissance, another, even more remarkable for a reason: it is Beyoncé in the purest essence of her, but it is an evolution of this essence of Beyoncé, multiplied by 100
  8. nicolasbonadz
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    It's a masterpiece. It's giving Prince vibes and I love it. Impossible to elect a favourite one, they all surprise me.
  9. ShayBae
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    THIS IS BY FAR HER BEST ALBUM. Beyoncé did it again. The musical transitions from song to song are insane. The different sounds and unique style is different to what’s she’s done in the past but somehow very Beyoncé!! She’s the queen for a reason
  10. Maristeve
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    What I love about Beyoncé is that she’s one of the few artist who still has distinctive eras but each era still sounds like her. This sounds completely different to Lemonade which sounds completely different to Self Titled. But there’s a common thread between all of them
  11. sunval
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    I always wondered how Beyoncé would follow an album like Lemonade. I was sometimes worried that she wouldn't be able to but alas the Queen has outdone herself once again. Everytime she drops something she raises the bar for herself and continues to prove herself. RENAISSANCE is a masterpiece from beginning to end. The transitions are so sick!! Her vocals are out of this world. This isI always wondered how Beyoncé would follow an album like Lemonade. I was sometimes worried that she wouldn't be able to but alas the Queen has outdone herself once again. Everytime she drops something she raises the bar for herself and continues to prove herself. RENAISSANCE is a masterpiece from beginning to end. The transitions are so sick!! Her vocals are out of this world. This is Beyoncé like we've never heard her before. ONE OF HER BEST TO DATE!!!… Expand
  12. Jossue11
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Life changing, mind boggling, this is exactly what I wanted from Beyoncé. Love it
  13. FabBzz
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Now this is how you make a dance album! A 10/10 body of work! She’s done it again!
  14. Tunmiseokegbemi
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    This is fun! This is summer! This is Beyoncé at her freest. This album is what the world needs right now. You’ll feel good listening to this record.
  15. Prettyboynael
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
  16. attitudebey
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Imagine doing your best album 25 years into your career? Beyoncé just did it! the transitions, the production, the immaculate vocals. RENAISSANCE ALBUM OF THE YEAR
  17. TheAfroDesk
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Definitely top 3 in Beyoncé's discography. The vocals, production and engineering are out of this world. This is Beyoncé at her most care-free!!
  18. Andymcnally
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Once again, Bey changed her style and DELIVERED. The production is just insane and doesn’t follow the usual structure. It’s light, fun and exciting. From transitions to production to lyrics, perfection
  19. FSimoes96
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    This is the best album Beyoncé ever put out. A tottaly new style and super well thought out. This album puts Lemonade in a corner. I am still overwelmed
  20. Yosephyah
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé has done it again. From l'M THE GIRL to COZY, ENERGY into BREAK MY SOUL, HEATED, PURE/HONEY, closing with SUMMER RENAISSANCE. Un chef-d'oeuvre!
  21. Zokai
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    I think that the reputation she has acquired today really allows her to get out of her comfort zone, even if it means losing a few listeners and gaining new ones.

    She’s experimented a lot with this album, it’s felt and you can hear that she really enjoyed working on it. It’s as if she had put together all her old versions of herself to make it something totally new. No song in this album    I think that the reputation she has acquired today really allows her to get out of her comfort zone, even if it means losing a few listeners and gaining new ones.

    She’s experimented a lot with this album, it’s felt and you can hear that she really enjoyed working on it. It’s as if she had put together all her old versions of herself to make it something totally new.

    No song in this album is static, it moves constantly, and it feels like hearing a new Beyoncé every minute, in the tone of voice she borrows, in her way of singing... This album is really amazing, we don’t realize it yet but it will come.

    And it further demonstrates this woman’s versatility. Beyoncé is someone who loves music with a great M. She is not limited to a specific genre to express his art. She transcends musical genres and we have already seen this with LEMONADE. Depending on the energy and the message she wants to convey, she will appropriate a musical genre that can correspond to what she wants to communicate, and that’s how she constantly manages to renew herself after more than 25 years of career.

    It’s never the same Beyoncé twice, and to see her evolve like that, I swear it’s too moving. You can see that she’s matured with her art, even more than before... And you just wonder when it’s going to stop? What are the limits of this woman, seriously !    … Expand
  22. Titi02
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    This album is a blend of the things of the past whilst also have a futuristic sound. Beyoncé is a trend setter. She paves the way and others follow. Her works will outlive her and will be a point of reference years to come!
  23. Tanisha13
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    A MASTERPIECE! Thank u beyoncé for being the greatest artists of the all time!
  24. wnassim
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Production is fire! Thank you Beyonce for bringing back real disco/house music to life. This album is one of your best and music speaks by itself
  25. elletomakay
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. From the immediate moment you press play, you’re hit with the first wave of authentic power, sass, truth and a fighting spirit, immediately you’re taken through a journey that feels like Crazy in Love and Diva had a house/disco child. The clear intent of the album is to lift, support, self validate and to feel unapologetically unique. The album pushes you to the mirror like a mother would & sweetly forces you to see all of the good and the beauty that exists within your soul, body and mind.

    The multi-genre production gives us Disco, gorgeous Afro-Beats, House, Synth Wave and leaves room for DJ’s and producers to interpret Renaissance in their own way. With addictive beats and hooks, it’s gonna be impossible to find a club that isn’t repping Renaissance this summer, and the summer after that too. Tracks such as I’m That Girl, Alien Superstar and Church Girl are sonically delicious and other tracks like Plastic Off the Sofa, Summer Renaissance and Pure/Honey go down like a fine wine. Considering the genre switch for Bey, it feels so COZY and works better than expected once again proving Mrs Knowles-Carter has no limits in her vocal repertoire nor her ability to spread love and light to so many communities. The gays are living, the girls are living, the girls men are living and the world has once again braced themselves for Beyoncé and still been left SHOOK. Yet again Beyoncé has shown us how to be confident with class and more importantly without dragging anybody else down. Vocally her best studio work and the executive production ‘beying’ done by the perfectionist herself ties every song together with transitions that keep you on the dance floor and up in your personal dopamine supply. My life has changed again, she teaches, she lifts, she relates, she brings us pure/honey JOY. Ever since Lemonade, the music industry has been stuck in a loop of sampling and unoriginality, after taking some time to re-discover herself authentically with art like The Gift, Black is King; yet again Queen Bey is BACK to show us how its sonically imperative to sample with class, grace and a unique take.    … Expand
  26. avonnie
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    The album is a master piece and If anybody Disagrees they’re mom should d*e
  27. SlayshaFearce
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    This is Beyoncé at her most transformative and liberated self. Every song is better than the last and the transitions are immaculate. She proves to anyone who'll protest why she is studied by many colleges and universities. Her artistry expands at an unimaginable rate with every release. It is truly a time to be alive when Beyoncé is putting out music. Standouts are PURE/HONEY ALIENThis is Beyoncé at her most transformative and liberated self. Every song is better than the last and the transitions are immaculate. She proves to anyone who'll protest why she is studied by many colleges and universities. Her artistry expands at an unimaginable rate with every release. It is truly a time to be alive when Beyoncé is putting out music. Standouts are PURE/HONEY ALIEN SUPERSTAR ALL UP IN YOUR MIND and CHURCH GIRL. Absolute masterpiece from beginning to end. 10 out of 10!… Expand
  28. dammy0267
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé glides with ease on this new record. Experimenting with different samples and genres, fusing dance, disco, trap beats with each other to create a whole new genre, whilst consistently delivering the insane vocals shes known for. One dance album with 16 songs, yet not one of them sounds the same. She is thee moment. I stan.
  29. deyrold14
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Pure masterpiece. New sound for Beyoncé but it's still VERY Beyoncé. Superb! Excellent! QUALITY!
  30. vinicostt
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    O melhor album que já ouvi na minha vida toda. Musicalmente perfeito, vocais angelicais e poderosos, as batidas são empolgantes, claramente destinadas a momentos maravilhosos. Não há ninguém como Beyoncé nesse mundo.
  31. davidflmoya
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    This album is so good! Can't listen to it without dancing! Beyonce always experiments and she's not afraid to take risks and elevate her art! Can't wait for the visual!
  32. frstladyofmusic
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    loved it! the album is simply amazing. Beyoncé is one of the only artists that can stay relevant up to two DECADES into their carreer
  33. RantsWithJordan
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé took a sound that she has never done and truly made it her own! This album pays homage to all the black LGBTQIA+ artist that paved the way for house music. It might take a few listens to get it but when you do... well the music speaks for itself. Her vocal performance on this album is INCREDIBLE! She's hitting notes from her early album days! An incredible listen!!!!
  34. PatrickCheang
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    A dance record was what Beyoncé set out to make, and she more than did just that. This album in unabashedly queer, and is a much-needed celebration of underground dance music. Highlights for me are ALIEN SUPERSTAR, MOVE, THIQUE, PURE/HONEY, and SUMMER RENAISSANCE.
  35. Saraeubia
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Best transition in any album I've listened to. Every track is where it needs to be.
  36. Jadabdin
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé has done it again ! Constantly shifting the bar and raising it. She is the bar she is the moment. In Beyoncé we believe. Pure/honey is my favorite track.
  37. Gsjko85590
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    A masterpiece #RENAISSANCE Bey’s album is so good it makes me wanna dance the night away. I grew up in the 90s so this reminds me very much of that 90s dance music scene but like updated and elevated.VIRGO'S GROOVE IS SO GOOD...ALL THE TRACKS FROM THE ALBUM HAVE THIS VIBE BUT THIS ONE IS SUCH A FEELING GOOD SONG LIKE UGHH #RENAISSANCENooo that transition from energy to break my soul had meA masterpiece #RENAISSANCE Bey’s album is so good it makes me wanna dance the night away. I grew up in the 90s so this reminds me very much of that 90s dance music scene but like updated and elevated.VIRGO'S GROOVE IS SO GOOD...ALL THE TRACKS FROM THE ALBUM HAVE THIS VIBE BUT THIS ONE IS SUCH A FEELING GOOD SONG LIKE UGHH #RENAISSANCENooo that transition from energy to break my soul had me up likee it was so good break my soul sounded like a new song omfg???? #RENAISSANCE #Beyonce… Expand
  38. Iamsanmartins
    Aug 3, 2022
    10
    Her best album thus far! So happy to hear her produce her happiest album yet!
  39. CalvinJames16
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    The experience, and journey is beyond ANYTHING I've experienced with Beyoncé! Clearly a AOTY. This is BY FAR MY FAVORITE BEYONCÉ ALBUM, and FAVORITE ALBUM OF THE YEAR
  40. ndjsnsjsjdhdd
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    The best album i’ve ever heard! zit feels so refreshing when listening , like a whole new experience
  41. Deautra
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    She is a musical genius, this album is what we all needed, the transition in each song,her melody, everything is just blended perfectly.
  42. beyflawless
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    RENAISSANCE is excellent and incredible, I just want to say RENAISSANCE is the best album since 2000！！！
  43. d0mgraz
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    This album is filled with hits after hits after hits, not to mention their timeless sound that you cannot get tired of. The lyrics, The production, The harmonies, The pure energy this album gives alone is enough to make it go down as one of the most iconic dance pop albums in history.
  44. kwonboyd
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Renaissance is without a doubt the album of the year!!!!!!! The album has no skips and it is very different than any other Beyoncé album she has released.
  45. AlienSuperstar
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An alien superstar indeed. She's elevating. I can't. Easily the album of the year. Hands down.… Expand
  46. Criticlol
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    THIS ALBUM IS FIRE!!!! I love everything about it omg, I’ve been listening to it since it came out and I get lit everytime
  47. bobesa
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Every second is serendipity, because you never really know what to expect! And if you DO know, you get the complete opposite! This is for every song, every transition, every note! "Renaissance" is a journey into the unknown, with the only guide being Beyoncé herself - our individual knowledge of her. But then again, who really knows Beyoncé? And THAT's the serendipity! I felt like I wasEvery second is serendipity, because you never really know what to expect! And if you DO know, you get the complete opposite! This is for every song, every transition, every note! "Renaissance" is a journey into the unknown, with the only guide being Beyoncé herself - our individual knowledge of her. But then again, who really knows Beyoncé? And THAT's the serendipity! I felt like I was discovering facets of hers - and most importantly mine - and my connection to her as an Artist, me a consumer of her Art.… Expand
  48. nashgacud23
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Just give her the Album of The Year Award. This album is everything. She’s outdone herself.
  49. Geochrgav96
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    She ATE !!!! She made everything for the gays and the girls. The production is something that make it the best album of the year and the Grammys better don’t play her this time !!!!
  50. shannon04
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Her best album ever!!! The transitions are heavenly this album is very different from all of her other albums. She’s really an amazing person✨
  51. amberjohnstone
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    This new era of Beyoncé is a masterpiece on every level; from vocals, to production, to exemplary sampling — a timeless celebration of music that will go down in history.
  52. Damedashbk
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé has CONSISTENTLY evolved throughout her career, never doing the same thing and always surprising the masses & pushing the envelope. This album ‘Renaissance’ proves ONCE again why she’s the standard… Another cultural reset by the Queen of Music! 10/10
  53. Ryan_Nolan_1
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is a pure expression of joy after experiencing a terrible two years with a certain virus. . .

    Beyonce has literally said "GET TO THE CLUBS NOW" and wants us to shake our tooshies hard!
    This is an album that wants us to dance with perfect vocals, harmonies, excellent production and soul!

    There are NONE of the signature ballads we've come to know from Beyonce. It's less about the political messaging of her more recent music and simply wants us to enjoy ourselves listening to this album.

    I for one can't wait to drunkenly attempt to dance like Beyonce in the clubs to any and all of these songs.

    Queen B forever!    … Expand
  54. Isabellax
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Her best album. Unbelievable transitions and vocal arrangements. She continues to grow, this album is different to anything else. She is a true innovator. The replay value of this album is insane.
  55. mikegi
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    An unapologetically fierce dance album that feels like the most well-thought out tribute not only to LGBTQIA+ music, but also to your right to let it all behind you for a moment (or hour), let your hair down, release the stress and the love. B once more proves that she is THE MOST interesting artist out there, and capable of taking risks, and declares that she has proven time and timeAn unapologetically fierce dance album that feels like the most well-thought out tribute not only to LGBTQIA+ music, but also to your right to let it all behind you for a moment (or hour), let your hair down, release the stress and the love. B once more proves that she is THE MOST interesting artist out there, and capable of taking risks, and declares that she has proven time and time again who she is. Now more than ever she has earned the right to be free and do everything on her own terms.… Expand
  56. itsandrearaujo
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    A MASTERPIECE! Everything she touches turns into gold. Amazing work and I don’t stop to listen this.
  57. evora
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    O álbum é incrível, perfeito do começo ao fim! Não dá pra pular nenhuma música. Que experiência avassaladora, sério! Se bem que, não esperava diferente vindo da maior e mais completa artista da história! Beyoncé, obrigada por nos agraciar com sua arte mais uma vez! ALL HAIL THE QUEEN
  58. BassieM_
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    AMAZING. The emancipation of Beyoncé. The queen like we’ve never seen her. Using her ear for live transitions so skilfully here. No words. “10s across the board”
  59. deborasdm
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Simplesmente ESPLÊNDIDO! Que honra poder escutar uma qualidade sonora e sair um pouco dessa realidade sofrida e pós-pandemica.
  60. nafmut
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    One of the best album that released this decade. BEYONCE REALLY GIVE US ALBUM OF THE YEAR
  61. Guillemgamell
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    It has enthusiast-favorite elements of Dance and Disco music... It's got a groove throughout, it's funky at points, dark at others, intricate at others... But it's always sexy and delicate. Beyoncé's ability to build absolutely off the roof harmonies and melodies with her voice and her voice only thus creating a beautiful contrast between an uptempo instrumentation and a delicate andIt has enthusiast-favorite elements of Dance and Disco music... It's got a groove throughout, it's funky at points, dark at others, intricate at others... But it's always sexy and delicate. Beyoncé's ability to build absolutely off the roof harmonies and melodies with her voice and her voice only thus creating a beautiful contrast between an uptempo instrumentation and a delicate and seductive vocal approach... While also spitting the most rough yet precise bars in her career over alien-like synths and organic instrumenstation such as strings on top of snares and ad-libs that translate you to the most exotic party you have ever been to... It takes you to space and flies you around a shiny cosmos.… Expand
  62. Dr3wbrrymore
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé just outdone herself again Renaissance is already top 3 Beyoncé albums
  63. meijade
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Magnifique !
    La musique te donne envie de danser, de vivre, d'être heureuse. C'est l'album de l'été du reste de notre vie.
    Comme toujours Beyonce s'est surpassé.
  64. Diss12
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Her best album. Its a bop, its fresh, its her best produced album and the transitions are amazing
  65. virdijayon
    Aug 5, 2022
    10
    Beyonce is 20+ years into her career and has a back catalog spanning across several genres where she has experimented with difference sounds, genres and singing styles. Renaissance simply cannot be categorised into a single genre, it’s an eclectic mix of disco, ballroom, bounce, funk and Chicago house to name a few. It’s also a tribute to dance musics historically black heritage and a nodBeyonce is 20+ years into her career and has a back catalog spanning across several genres where she has experimented with difference sounds, genres and singing styles. Renaissance simply cannot be categorised into a single genre, it’s an eclectic mix of disco, ballroom, bounce, funk and Chicago house to name a few. It’s also a tribute to dance musics historically black heritage and a nod to queer culture and representation. This is without a doubt Beyonce’s most ambitious and audacious piece of work so far and effortless ticks every single box from the vocals, the production, songwriting, to the mind blowing transitions between songs. This fully uptempo record is so liberating, feel-good and is made for loosing your inhibitions on the dance floor. Renaissance is a solid 10/10 and will not doubt be the album of the year and a timeless piece of work that will never be forgotten.… Expand
  66. mannoel
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    This album is amazing, worth every year that we wait, such a great experience
  67. stela_bee
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    RENASSAINCE É A MELHOR EXPERIÊNCIA MUSICAL QUE EU TIVE ESSE ANO. É INCRÍVEL, SENSACIONAL, PARECE QUE ESTÁ PINGANDO OURO DIRETO DOS MEUS FONES PARA OS MEUS OUVIDOS. AS TRANSIÇÕES ENTRE AS MUSICAS SÃO TUDOOO! Eu não sabia que precisava tanto do RENASSAINCE até ouvir o Renassaince! Com certeza é o álbum do anooo
  68. whoisthattj
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Literally one of her best albums it basically a self titled part 2 it had vocals, good transitions, that feeling that just makes you wanna dance, it felt like a new era of Beyoncé it was definitely her Renaissance that she graciously made and shared with us… Expand
  69. Bedoali
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Re invented herself and sound 25 years into her career Absolutely genius , Beyoncé ❤️
  70. Naahil
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Its a Bop ! Thank you for this Beyoncé! Everything is just so COZY ! I really love everything. One of Beyoncé’s best album to date for sure ! Love B
  71. musicallyspking
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    10s across the board. This album is everything and much more than I expected. It covers so many genres which is so Beyonce. She continues to push the boundaries and set the standard (after all, she is the First Lady of the Music Industry. This album has absolutely not skips, phenomenally blended. These transitions are superior. In my opinion, this might be her best work/album yet. The10s across the board. This album is everything and much more than I expected. It covers so many genres which is so Beyonce. She continues to push the boundaries and set the standard (after all, she is the First Lady of the Music Industry. This album has absolutely not skips, phenomenally blended. These transitions are superior. In my opinion, this might be her best work/album yet. The versatility of her music is impeccable - SHE IS THE MOMENT!!!
    My TOP 5:
    1. Virgo's Groove
    2. Church Girl
    3. Cuff It
    4. Break My Soul
    5. Heated    … Expand
  72. Magalhaes
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    The best album of this year. Very good, with incredible references. Beyoncé proves that she is a versatile artist and that she is good at everything she does. Long live the queen!
  73. Ukyonce
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Daring. Brillant. A cultural reset. Beyoncé’s newest project Renaissance Act I, dares to be different in a time where it’s easy for music to become repetitive. For an artist of her caliber, being 20+ years in the game, to constantly challenge herself to find new sounds and sonic avenues, Renaissance is just that: A rebirth of an icon.
  74. Creolevoyant
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    This is a very different sonic experience from Beyoncé, the title of this projects fits particularly well due to the genre, the themes explored and its lyrical content. This is the most experimental she has been on any project ever, this proves her versatility and how she refuses to be boxed in a box. This is just 1 act of 3 and she delivers on every track something so unique yet soThis is a very different sonic experience from Beyoncé, the title of this projects fits particularly well due to the genre, the themes explored and its lyrical content. This is the most experimental she has been on any project ever, this proves her versatility and how she refuses to be boxed in a box. This is just 1 act of 3 and she delivers on every track something so unique yet so cohesive and the transitions are some of the best I've experienced on an album.… Expand
  75. Felixikhsanov
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Greatest re-invention as always! The album is very well done with the experimental sounds and samples
  76. met_gg
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Its giving
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  77. Abcabc
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. POP PERFECTION | ONE OF THE BEST ALBUMS OF ALL TIME. THE TRANSITIONS, THE EXPERIMENTATION, THE SEQUENCING, THE VOCALS, THE PRODUCTION EVERYTHING TOP TIER… Expand
  78. NagiMedeiros
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    A forma que ela costurou o álbum - as transições de uma música pra outra - foi tão natural que a sensação é que estamos ouvindo apenas uma enorme música, batida, sonoridade tudo minimamente pensando. Sem dúvidas meu álbum favorito do ano com louvor. ❤Obrigadaexistir
  79. nhtml
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    She’s done it again! And this time, it’s better than anything she’s done before. Vibrant, expressive, and sexy! It’s just what we all need after all the doom and gloom of the past few years. Thank you for this celebration of life, Beyoncé!
  80. noamghzz
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    This album is a meet between the best lyrics, the best vocals, the best sounds (production talking) and the best imagination. Beyoncé served us an album we never could imagine receiving from her, she went to places she never went before, she created a whole lot of new alter-egos to mix all these songs together. Act i Renaissance is definitely an album that no other artist than BeyoncéThis album is a meet between the best lyrics, the best vocals, the best sounds (production talking) and the best imagination. Beyoncé served us an album we never could imagine receiving from her, she went to places she never went before, she created a whole lot of new alter-egos to mix all these songs together. Act i Renaissance is definitely an album that no other artist than Beyoncé could ever have made because it’s a signature from her that only sounds right coming from her.… Expand
  81. Jay_4527
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    This definitely a 10/10 album because it’s so different from the rest of her discography and I love that. It’s also gives a 70s/80s/90s house dance and disco with a mix of modern genres. Despite the the sound of the 70s/80s/90s it still sound fresh and brand new. Definitely one of my new favourite of Beyoncé
  82. Jordanfay04
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    The album is absolutely perfect and so seamless. The transitions from song to song just take you to another place. Very different and experimental from Beyoncé but the outcome and payoff is unbelievable. The best album I have listened to for a VERY long time! Go Yoncé!
  83. boragenc
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    An album created for and dedicated to the ballroom scene. A sound she has never done before yet she executed it flawlessly. From the start to the finish the album forces you to dance, have fun and VOGUE. Tens across the board!
  84. Krissy_
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé just keeps outdoing herself! Renaissance is a masterpiece. From the production to the lyrics, to the energy, the message it sends. It just promotes HAPPINESS. You CANNOT listen to this album on shuffle, you would have to listen to it in order and THERE ARE NO SKIPS. The QUEEN is QUEENING. MOTHER is MOTHERING. HATERS BOW DOWN!
  85. Almis
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is so unique. Changed my life within 24 hours. She is the architect of her own sound. She is always different, she refuses to be in the box haters try to put her.

    You didn’t hear anything like this. Go buy and stream this masterpiece. “I AM NUMBER ONE/ I AM THE ONLY ONE”

    Summer Renaissance has begun!    … Expand
  86. thiagoskaip
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Um dos melhores álbuns da carreira. Possui uma coesão do início ao fim, ela se reinventa a cada era e dessa vez não foi diferente. Um RENASCIMENTO aconteceu.
  87. LinaLlllll
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before
  88. juliajanee1
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé has undeniably reinvented her music, created a new standard, and improved sonically after every album for the last 23 years. act i: RENAISSANCE furthermore proves that theory. This album is the digital definition of joy, love, sexiness, and fun! It will go down in history as one of her greatest projects.
  89. guillonce
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé just keeps getting better, and this is her biggest departure of the genres you associate with her, she keeps on experimenting and shows that she is truly unstoppable in whatever genre of music she wants to go next. A masterpiece and for me the AOTY for sure
  90. Nyshaunguy
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé has been #1 for my entire life. I was 2 years old when Crazy in Love debuted. Went to my first Beyoncé concert at 7. I’ve seen her in small arenas to Sold out NFL Stadiums. I’m now 21, and she’s still on top. I kinda feel like Renaissance was made for people like myself, who struggle with identity but manage to find confidence & joy. I WILL work for Beyoncé/ParkwoodBeyoncé has been #1 for my entire life. I was 2 years old when Crazy in Love debuted. Went to my first Beyoncé concert at 7. I’ve seen her in small arenas to Sold out NFL Stadiums. I’m now 21, and she’s still on top. I kinda feel like Renaissance was made for people like myself, who struggle with identity but manage to find confidence & joy. I WILL work for Beyoncé/Parkwood (@TheBalloonGuyCLT) someday! Beyoncé if you see this, Thank You for this Masterpiece, and your continuous passion for your craft. … Expand
  91. flevvvv
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé’s artistry is truly undeniable, she risked it all once again and did not disappoint
  92. rafaegueddes
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Oh my god!
    This album is so fuc**** amazing, thank you Beyonceeeeeeeeee!!!!
  93. ssunnyy
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Me encanta el álbum, todas las canciones, las transiciones que tiene, el ritmo, absolutamente todo es perfecto en este álbum, gracias Beyoncè
  94. felicityh
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. she’s done it again…. exceeded all my expectations………. phenomenal I CANT… Expand
  95. thique
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    A very different album than anything we have seen from Beyoncé before. Bop after bop.
  96. Almeidaglei
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Beyonce você fez novamente, isso vai mudar minha vida, você sempre me inspira a ser alguém melhor e a fazer tudo bem feito, obrigado.… Expand
  97. Skninjadoll
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excellent body of work. Top Tier transitions between songs. I love Alien superstar and church girl.… Expand
  98. BreeR
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé never misses! It’s so many hits on that album that I feel people will listen to for a long time! She did her thing on act 1!
  99. T4y14
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Even though Beyoncé declared that this would be a perfection-free album, she delivers something that no other artist could. A cohesive, danceable album, and very well done. Transitions from one track to another flawlessly. Beyoncé always delivers mastery and impact. Long live the Queen B.
  100. AndiVrapi4
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    EXELLENT ALBUM! Probably her best album to date and definitely, the best album of the decade!!! Beyoncé has done it again!
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#4 Best Album of 2022
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#2 Most Discussed Album of 2022

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Metascore
91

Universal acclaim - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 26
  3. Negative: 0 out of 26
  1. Mojo
    Sep 21, 2022
    80
    A continuous mix of hedonism, virtuosity, scholarship and, as one of her disco antecedents would have it, Good Times. [Nov 2022, p.84]
  2. Uncut
    Aug 31, 2022
    80
    Beyoncé's seventh solo album is a flawlessly structured feast. [Oct 2022, p.25]
  3. PopMatters
    Aug 9, 2022
    90
    Renaissance derives its meaning through its diverse soundscape, which, due to Beyoncé’s astute curation, becomes a statement about letting the music speak for itself.
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