VIEWS
by Drake
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5.7

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  1. ChiIIaoi
    Jul 19, 2023
    4
    Review só pra lembrar a nota que eu dei pro album:
    album ruimzinho, agora só escrever pra passar dos 75 caracteres.
  2. frapsed1
    Apr 10, 2023
    6
    Pretty interesting rollercoaster of songs that is not too interesting but does the bare minimum to keep you entertained. A lot of the 20 tracks can be cut, as they seem pretty useless in the context of this album. "Keep the Family Close" is a good intro track, but it is too long for its structure, but "Views" is an excellent closer and has really good rapping ("Hotline Bling" is a bonusPretty interesting rollercoaster of songs that is not too interesting but does the bare minimum to keep you entertained. A lot of the 20 tracks can be cut, as they seem pretty useless in the context of this album. "Keep the Family Close" is a good intro track, but it is too long for its structure, but "Views" is an excellent closer and has really good rapping ("Hotline Bling" is a bonus track). My favorite this is the change of seasons throughout the album. It is really subtle, but it adds a lot of personality to the album. I'd say it is underrated in Drake's discography, but it isn't anything groundbreaking.

    FAVORITES: 9, Hype, Grammys, Views    … Expand
  3. j444cks
    Mar 2, 2023
    5
    Not many stand out tracks. Difficult to compare with the previous records on Drakes discography.
  4. TeakBridge6671
    Jun 17, 2022
    6
    This album, even compared to Drake's previous and later work, left me somewhat underwhelmed, don't get me wrong it's not bad, however I would rank it down the bottom half of Drake's discography.
    Keep the family close, Hype, Pop Style, One Dance, Controlla, Fire & Desire, and Hotline Bling (Despite being overplayed, SEVERELY) are the tracks that I un-ironically enjoy
    But overall I still    This album, even compared to Drake's previous and later work, left me somewhat underwhelmed, don't get me wrong it's not bad, however I would rank it down the bottom half of Drake's discography.
    Keep the family close, Hype, Pop Style, One Dance, Controlla, Fire & Desire, and Hotline Bling (Despite being overplayed, SEVERELY) are the tracks that I un-ironically enjoy
    But overall I still think this album has a bunch of skips, despite sounding good to listen to.
    The lyrics on this album are somewhat questionable, to where you can take one line from any song, and it doesn't make any sense from a simple writing perspective, and there are some lines that haven't aged well in hindsight, considering that Drake is a father
    I can see people liking or hating the album simply because 'It's Drake.' but if you want something with more substance, I would recommend going back to Nothing Was The Same or If You're Reading This It's Too Late, or the tracks I pointed out up above    … Expand
  5. themusicreview
    Apr 16, 2022
    3
    It's a poor album with poor messages and poor influence but it does have some charm with its whimsical and wistful tune and winter like approach. It's a nice vibe and just a chill album. A bit stupid I think I lose brain cells listening to Drake and yeah.
  6. MadMananForever
    Mar 6, 2022
    10
    it was a great album in my opinion cuz it showed us the pop side of drake which actually isn't that bad
  7. All_ButTrU4
    Feb 11, 2022
    5
    What lost potential. Don't get me wrong this album is far from disappointing, it's highlights are satisfying and what it says is good enough even the features feel essential but it's length shoots it in the foot. I understand how important it is in terms of racking up streams but in making a tight consistent record it falls short. The posthumous pimp c feature is arresting with how wellWhat lost potential. Don't get me wrong this album is far from disappointing, it's highlights are satisfying and what it says is good enough even the features feel essential but it's length shoots it in the foot. I understand how important it is in terms of racking up streams but in making a tight consistent record it falls short. The posthumous pimp c feature is arresting with how well placed each verse is and the amazing dvn solo croon making "faithful " a captivating compliment to "fire&desires " carnal sincerity. The fun irreverent "too god" sees the return of "take care"&"what's my name?" successful chemistry whilst "controlla" moves Caribbean inspired sounds. There's enough good stuff to wash out the tasteless additions.… Expand
  8. MARTINCARDENAS
    Nov 3, 2021
    9
    With this album, I became a fan of Drake and of course his rhythms. My favorite songs without a doubt "One Dance" & "Too Good". I mainly liked the change of rhythms and the variety. Maybe it's too late to give a review, but this is really a great album.
  9. Hendo250
    Apr 6, 2021
    7
    this album is a 7 this album is a 7 this album is a 7 this album is a 7 this album is a 7
  10. Chicpac
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    Spectacular, well produced, Drake has evolved from his OG emo-rap. This album got amazing replay value.
  11. Joel_Freecheck
    May 29, 2020
    6
    If Drake reeled himself in and stayed focused on a singular vision, VIEWS might have ended up better.
  12. zacland21
    Apr 29, 2020
    8
    4 Years ago Drake released his most hyped up album to date Views. When this released I was hyped about it only to be a little disappointed because it didn’t really give us the Drake that we knew and gave the album a 6/10... Now after 4 years and 2 Projects later (More Life & Scorpion) this album has aged really well in its current state it’s in. Songs like Keep the Fam Close and Westen4 Years ago Drake released his most hyped up album to date Views. When this released I was hyped about it only to be a little disappointed because it didn’t really give us the Drake that we knew and gave the album a 6/10... Now after 4 years and 2 Projects later (More Life & Scorpion) this album has aged really well in its current state it’s in. Songs like Keep the Fam Close and Westen Road Flows are what really is the biggest highlight of this album. Redemption is a song that nowadays is perfect for Drake after his L’s with the Pusha T beef, Hype is one of the best songs in Drake’s Discography. One of the songs I didn’t like when I heard the album for the first time was Fire & Desire but now I think it’s one of Drake’s most underrated songs ever, actually come to think about it most songs here have become underrated or overhated.

    Verdict: Views is an Album that was ahead of its time. It’s a very good album with some amazing b-side records. 8.5/10    … Expand
  13. mueybuey69
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    coming from a huge drake fan, y’all condemned this project for it to age like fine wine. now in 2020, this changed music as we know it and gave us a summer we’ll never ever forget. all thanks to Views kicking it off April 29, 2016.
  14. ztuxilef
    Nov 25, 2019
    2
    The instrumentals are boring the flows are minimalistic and not in a good way its way too long for its own good and the songwriting is downright cringy
  15. sebastianmina
    Sep 24, 2019
    6
    I am a huge Drake fan but ever since this album has come out I find it is very hard to listen from front to back. It doesn't make sense to sit down for almost an hour and a half to listen to a decent album at best. Drake was so much better in 2011-2015 I feel as of recently (Sept 2019) he has been killing his features. Don't get me wrong if you took out 5-6 songs this album would be soI am a huge Drake fan but ever since this album has come out I find it is very hard to listen from front to back. It doesn't make sense to sit down for almost an hour and a half to listen to a decent album at best. Drake was so much better in 2011-2015 I feel as of recently (Sept 2019) he has been killing his features. Don't get me wrong if you took out 5-6 songs this album would be so much better. I just don't understand why he puts mediocre songs on an album. Also for me, this album seems to make me feel the same way on every song. A boring monotone. In conclusion, this is not Drake's best work nor his worst and they are still some very good songs on here.… Expand
  16. fifi3
    Jul 28, 2019
    4
    Drake's most boring and least artistic solo album of his career. Sonically, it's just a continuation of everything before it with less flair. Lyrically, Drake has some of his cringiest and lamest bars. There are very few standouts on here (a car bop Still Here being one of the best tracks), features a lot of his worst tracks, and is overall just a stain on his discography. Strong 3 to Light 4.
  17. Aplucity
    Apr 16, 2019
    6
    Views is fine. Everything about it is fine. It is the most inoffensive garbage I have ever listened to with a few exceptions like Hype.
  18. Connorcox1997
    Mar 6, 2019
    9
    Views might be the most polarized album by many fans and critics alike that Drake has ever received. But for me personally, I enjoyed Views by Drake. It may not be the best Drake album to date, but there are some heavy beats on the album. I defiantly like all the songs on the album. I liked its theme of how it's basically winter and summer in Toronto. Either you agree or disagree with myViews might be the most polarized album by many fans and critics alike that Drake has ever received. But for me personally, I enjoyed Views by Drake. It may not be the best Drake album to date, but there are some heavy beats on the album. I defiantly like all the songs on the album. I liked its theme of how it's basically winter and summer in Toronto. Either you agree or disagree with my opinion because I think that Views might be my 3rd favorite Drake album.… Expand
  19. Hell_Mell12
    Sep 28, 2018
    7
    Very underrated album. While it has no recurring theme or concept, the album’s tone switches based on the seasons in Toronto. While this album isn’t focused considering its 20 tracks & unpredictable topics, it’s singles are the best part about the album. The singles are much better listened to by demand than as a collective on this album. Some standout tracks include Hotline Bling, PopVery underrated album. While it has no recurring theme or concept, the album’s tone switches based on the seasons in Toronto. While this album isn’t focused considering its 20 tracks & unpredictable topics, it’s singles are the best part about the album. The singles are much better listened to by demand than as a collective on this album. Some standout tracks include Hotline Bling, Pop Style, Child’s Play, Hype, Still Here, Too Good & One Dance. This album is a very good example of a pop/rap crossover, with a great balance of lyrical hip-hop, pop & Rhythm and Blues.… Expand
  20. TheReviewr
    Aug 16, 2018
    7
    Views feels like if Drake took a good 45 minute album, and then stretched an extra 37 minutes out of it. I am a huge fan of Drake but lets be honest, 2/3rds of the of the album is filler tracks.

    1. Keep The Family Close, the album starts out boring with an experimental track 4/10 2. 9, what a stupid title, but otherwise this song slaps HARD 9/10 3. U With Me?, this song is such a    Views feels like if Drake took a good 45 minute album, and then stretched an extra 37 minutes out of it. I am a huge fan of Drake but lets be honest, 2/3rds of the of the album is filler tracks.

    1. Keep The Family Close, the album starts out boring with an experimental track 4/10
    2. 9, what a stupid title, but otherwise this song slaps HARD 9/10
    3. U With Me?, this song is such a difficult listen... its definitely a skip 5/10
    4. Feel No Ways, the song starts promising but in the end does not deliver 5/10
    5. Hype, what is this beat tf, but otherwise he SNAPPED on this track 9/10
    6. Western Road Flows, ehhh nope its unlistenable 0/10
    7. Redemption, fillersong.exe here 2/10
    8. With You ft. PARTYNEXTDOOR, PARTYNEXTDOOR is great on this 7/10
    9. Faithful ft. Pimp C & dvsn, no thanks ill skip this song 4/10
    10. Still Here, the beat is fire and he goes hard 8/10
    11. Controlla, a good song to start the better half of the album 10/10
    12. One Dance ft. Wizkid & Kyla, this reminds me of summer, I miss it 10/10
    13. Grammys ft. Future, I would never give Future a Grammy for this song 8/10
    14. Childs Play, oh my god this song is definitely one of my faves from the project 10/10
    15. Pop Style, Kanye and JAY Z made it better but its still good 8/10
    16. Too Good ft. Rihanna, favorite of the album no doubt RiRi killed it 10/10
    17. Summers Over Interlude, I like it 7/10
    18. Fire & Desire, he is literally waisting time on this track its so bad 2/10
    19. Views, hmm its fine 5/10
    20. Hotline Bling, i still listen to it that says something about it 10/10

    Standouts are Childs Play, Too Good & Hotline Bling

    Overall: 6.65 (rounded up to 7) Drake is a phenomenal artist but he has better albums within him, Scorpion could have been an amazing 15 track album and this could have been a legendary 12 track Drake album. His problem is just too many bad songs , not that they shouldn't be released. He could have released the bad songs on Soundcloud to please the fans. Drake has better in him, and the second half of the album is a 9/10 within itself.    … Expand
  21. PuffFishTorch28
    Jul 3, 2018
    5
    This album was sort of a mixed bag. Views certainly isn't bad, but with that being said it's not particularly that interesting either. It feels overstuffed considering the quality of the songs that it is made up of. One general rule of thumb for music is that quality takes precedent over quantity, something that is not present on this record. Throughout the 20 tracks on Views, there is notThis album was sort of a mixed bag. Views certainly isn't bad, but with that being said it's not particularly that interesting either. It feels overstuffed considering the quality of the songs that it is made up of. One general rule of thumb for music is that quality takes precedent over quantity, something that is not present on this record. Throughout the 20 tracks on Views, there is not much that hasn't been done before, and any new sounds that are present on this album don't quite fit. The whole dancehall aspect isn't done poorly, but it just doesn't mix with everything else going on on this project. The problem with this album is that there are too many different things being juggled, without enough cohesion to tie them all together. The lackluster bars on "9" don't do enough to match the better moments on the album, and tracks like "Too Good" and "U With Me" are at the very least listenable, but feel forced. I won't say that I hated the album because I did enjoy parts of it, but overall it seems like Drake's artistry and originality are sadly on the decline.… Expand
  22. draediamond
    Apr 9, 2018
    5
    Perfect way to describe this album? Not bad but definitely not good........
  23. ChrisSoTru
    Feb 26, 2018
    5
    Trust me, the singles were great to listen to. They were able to get the public talking and other fans hope for more from Drake. However, the rest of the album that was handed to us did not fulfill the hype, nor the hunger of many rap fans. With the exception of 9, the rest of the tracks were full of the repetitive Drake style with a weaker production. Despite Drizzy's undeniablyTrust me, the singles were great to listen to. They were able to get the public talking and other fans hope for more from Drake. However, the rest of the album that was handed to us did not fulfill the hype, nor the hunger of many rap fans. With the exception of 9, the rest of the tracks were full of the repetitive Drake style with a weaker production. Despite Drizzy's undeniably excellent flow and lyricism, it was not enough to carry this album.

    As said before, most of the faults fall upon the sound, which did not spark anything inside me. Bombastic rap is unappliable with this album. A collection of souless music with no ambition nor charm to it has driven the hype back and makes most fans fear what lies ahead for Drake. Don't expect this album to age well in the near future. An album that doesn't sit well with millenium times despite its heavy concentration within its content cannot be expected to go far.

    Drake has usually prevailed with his fans, but this is a loss that is irreversible in his discography.    … Expand
  24. Jarody
    Feb 18, 2018
    5
    The king of auto tune himself releases quite possibly one of the most boring albums ever. This album is way too long, 20 songs is just too far. By the end of this record Drake's auto tuned voice becomes the stuff of nightmares. However, there are a couple of songs with catchy beats and good lyrics which make the album somewhat listenable, but not completely listenable.
    Favourite Tracks:    The king of auto tune himself releases quite possibly one of the most boring albums ever. This album is way too long, 20 songs is just too far. By the end of this record Drake's auto tuned voice becomes the stuff of nightmares. However, there are a couple of songs with catchy beats and good lyrics which make the album somewhat listenable, but not completely listenable.
    Favourite Tracks: 9, With You, Controlla, One Dance, Grammys, Too Good, Hotline Bling
    Least Favourite Tracks: U With me?, Weston Road Flows, Redemption, Still Here, Child's Play, Views    … Expand
  25. maydaysizzy
    Nov 30, 2017
    2
    Utter trash and generic trap music. Nothing innovative or memorable unlike his first mixtapes. Do not recommend to anyone. A few melodies they are bearable but for the most part this is un-listenable.
  26. FruitJuice
    Jul 17, 2017
    6
    it's okay............................................................................................................................................................
  27. tommy1607
    Apr 16, 2017
    4
    Drake entered 2016 fresh from a huge year, containing his best solo album as well as a great project with Future. I had hugely high hopes for Views due to the hype surrounding the project, expecting the climax of Drake's career. However, this album is boring, bland and a blatant departure from hip-hop in favour of soulless pop ballads and questionable attempts at dancehall music. Views isDrake entered 2016 fresh from a huge year, containing his best solo album as well as a great project with Future. I had hugely high hopes for Views due to the hype surrounding the project, expecting the climax of Drake's career. However, this album is boring, bland and a blatant departure from hip-hop in favour of soulless pop ballads and questionable attempts at dancehall music. Views is easily Drake's worst work and a chore to get through, the rap songs on this project sound like B-sides from 2015's 'if you're reading this its too late' and the deeper cuts fail to come close to 'Jungle' or 'Now and Forever' on his last project. Even Future, who had great chemistry with Drake on their collab project, sounds uninspired and repetitive on 'Grammys'. Overall, I was thoroughly disappointed in this project and now doubt that Drake will ever top his previous work.… Expand
  28. xdddddd
    Apr 13, 2017
    2
    What went wrong? After a string of great albums, we get this. After a promising opening track, the album slowly falls in quality. And BOY DOES IT FALL HARD. The production is lazy at best, Drake's singing is lifeless at times, the features are just there, and some of the worst bars of his career are in this record. However, what really kills this album are the dancehall tracks. YouWhat went wrong? After a string of great albums, we get this. After a promising opening track, the album slowly falls in quality. And BOY DOES IT FALL HARD. The production is lazy at best, Drake's singing is lifeless at times, the features are just there, and some of the worst bars of his career are in this record. However, what really kills this album are the dancehall tracks. You probably already have heard them, but they are so insufferable that it makes me question, "why do I even bother?" Overall, shameless attempt at selling out, I expected better from this guy.… Expand
  29. sujxthbaktha
    Mar 20, 2017
    10
    Drake's most cohesive and experimental album to date proves itself worthy of the title of a classic. The intro sets the tone for the rest of the album, and does that job very well. 40's production is what stands out the most, when mixed with Drake'a vocals, it proves to be a dangerous combination. For a 4th studio album, Drake has exceeded expectations.
  30. areslol1
    Feb 16, 2017
    3
    After all the hype, I was extremely disappointed by this. In Views, Drake sticks to his classic formula instead of trying anything new. The album is also about 20 minutes too long. Comes off as really bland compared to other albums released in 2016 like Coloring Book and The Life of Pablo
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#9 Most Discussed Album of 2016
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 31 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 31
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 31
  3. Negative: 0 out of 31
  1. Mojo
    Jun 28, 2016
    80
    Drake's genuinely fleet-footed flows and sly humour prevent his pained introspection descending into a cheesy whine fest. [Aug 2016, p.95]
  2. Q Magazine
    May 31, 2016
    80
    The middle section boast a tougher, truculent edge reminiscent of last year's mixtape If You're Reading This It's Too Late. But it's during the final sequence that everything clicks. [#361, p.114]
  3. AllMusic
    May 10, 2016
    50
    Eventually, people will get tired of the same old song if it's sung too often. On Views, Drake is starting to sound a little weary of it himself.
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