Lemonade
by Beyoncé
  • Record Label: Parkwood
  • Release Date: Apr 23, 2016
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8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 3877 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 145 out of 3877
  3. Negative: 597 out of 3877
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  1. burbinator
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    Really impressive, raw body of work. Unbelievable how much she's grown as an artist. I think 4 was the start of a journey for her as an artist and it's been an absolute thrill to see as a fan.
  2. collegedropout
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    This is hands down her best album to date. It is lyrically superior to her past albums and much more experimental & cohesive. This album, based on the 11 stages of grief takes you through each and every stage with each of the songs on the album representing each stage. You follow her journey as she goes from being suspicious to being in denial, to being angry (which gives us a great trackThis is hands down her best album to date. It is lyrically superior to her past albums and much more experimental & cohesive. This album, based on the 11 stages of grief takes you through each and every stage with each of the songs on the album representing each stage. You follow her journey as she goes from being suspicious to being in denial, to being angry (which gives us a great track with jack white), to apathetic to wanting to forgive and move forwards. She makes lemonade from the lemons she's been served. The visual that comes with the album gives the audio even more depth as it paired with beautiful poetry and imagery showcasing her cultural roots. This album is a masterpiece, this album is art. Well done Beyonce, you really came through with this one.… Expand
  3. MatthewGarland
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    It was impossible to surpass Yoncé's previous project, "BEYONCÉ"; it seems this Houston girl thinks impossible is nothing since last Saturday, April 23rd, she released "LEMONADE", a true masterpiece and probably the Best Album of 2016. By mixing Rock, Soul, Blues and Country, Beyoncé Giselle Knowles achieved something way more beautiful than "BEYONCÉ", since this visual album shows aIt was impossible to surpass Yoncé's previous project, "BEYONCÉ"; it seems this Houston girl thinks impossible is nothing since last Saturday, April 23rd, she released "LEMONADE", a true masterpiece and probably the Best Album of 2016. By mixing Rock, Soul, Blues and Country, Beyoncé Giselle Knowles achieved something way more beautiful than "BEYONCÉ", since this visual album shows a story, instead of different clips with various ideas. Collaborating with Grammy-Winners Jack White, Kendrick Lamar and The Weeknd was the best idea in contemporary music and probably the best idea in musical story-telling.
    The one-hour movie tells us a story narrated with the Kübler-Ross model, in which each scene depicts denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance. The story is a metaphor about adultery and it can be proven by the absence of any collaboration with Yoncé's husband, JAY Z, in either the album tracks and the production.
    As Beyoncé sees music instead of just listening, I recommend you to watch the Visual Album first, since it's a movie and the music is actually the soundtrack of this beautiful masterpiece.    … Expand
  4. chrismunguia24
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    This album is beyond amazing. The clear influence her culture and roots are scattered all over the album. She tackles on Country, Rock, R&B, Trap, etc. It showcases Beyonce's versatility and evolution as an artist. The major differences between all of her six studio albums is impeccable. While we lost a legend this week (RIP Prince), we definitely gained another in the process. Bless youThis album is beyond amazing. The clear influence her culture and roots are scattered all over the album. She tackles on Country, Rock, R&B, Trap, etc. It showcases Beyonce's versatility and evolution as an artist. The major differences between all of her six studio albums is impeccable. While we lost a legend this week (RIP Prince), we definitely gained another in the process. Bless you Beyonce for this, god bless you and this message!… Expand
  5. amanda_maughn
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    I feel proud to watch a pop musician like Beyonce come into her own as a visual and musical artist. Beyonce just made her Songs In The Key of Life and i was born to experience this greatness. Thank God and Bey.
  6. deluxeyonce
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    An artistic masterpiece. Beyonce progresses with every studio effort she releases. Lemonade lets you experience musically and visually the experiences she has gone through. This collections of songs is very diverse, bring you rock, country, r&b, etc. It really cant be restricted to one certain genre.
  7. TimW001
    Apr 27, 2016
    10
    6 inch, Daddy Lessons, Freedom, All night - Must listen songs, perfect.
    This album is incredibly good. A fantastic album form start to finish. A set of songs with a very different sound. Such great vocals and music.
  8. kali_michael
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    Her strongest body of work yet, lemonade is an emotional roller coaster full of anger, resentment, frustration, and sadness. The meaning behind this work of art is very important, it shows the struggles of being a black woman, specifically a wife dealing with your father and husbands infidelity and being fed up with it.
  9. PashaPS_
    Apr 25, 2016
    9
    Interesting sound. Worthy lyrics. Strong lyrics. Bravo, Beyonce!
    I am pleased to give 910 to this beautiful album! "Lemonade" justified all hopes that I had.
  10. Matheus_Paiva
    Apr 25, 2016
    8
    The songs talk to each other, have a nice tune, and sounds like something light and fun. The album's concept is very important and the singer made the songs within that theme seems honest. Given the proposal album she deserves something like 8.7
  11. Jordantrav
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    Queen Bey has done it again. What an incredibly personal and cohesive album. I've never been a huge fan of Beyoncé's but started to take an interest in her after her previous release 'BEYONCÉ'. Formation followed and I loved how care free and energetic the song was and had complete admiration for how bold the message was.

    Now Lemonade. My god, what an experience. She really took me    Queen Bey has done it again. What an incredibly personal and cohesive album. I've never been a huge fan of Beyoncé's but started to take an interest in her after her previous release 'BEYONCÉ'. Formation followed and I loved how care free and energetic the song was and had complete admiration for how bold the message was.

    Now Lemonade. My god, what an experience. She really took me through it. Some parts really made me think she was singing about me! From the innocence and vulnerability of Pray You Catch Me to the euphoric idgaf anthem Sorry, this album was worth the money. Well done Bey. I also just spent £950 on reseller tickets for the world tour. There is no way I'm missing out on this experience live.    … Expand
  12. Chris_frm_Paris
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    Her most innovative and brilliant album Beyoncé has ever made. The level of artistry is amazingly high for a pop star and the collaborations she did are surprisingly great. The album is very emotional but in the same way very strong. I love the fact that she talks about real issues like women and black power in today's society, which is a topic she has always defended but not in music.Her most innovative and brilliant album Beyoncé has ever made. The level of artistry is amazingly high for a pop star and the collaborations she did are surprisingly great. The album is very emotional but in the same way very strong. I love the fact that she talks about real issues like women and black power in today's society, which is a topic she has always defended but not in music. Great just great and already iconic.… Expand
  13. JuniorMaxxi
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Hold Up the best song on the album in my opinion, I want to see live the the fastest possible,to start World Tour Formation,That Come To Brazil....Beyoncé Queen of World!… Expand
  14. Dreguea
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    This is the best album of the last times! I am Brazilian and we love the album from the first minute we hear. what Beyoncé does, fighting for ideals that should not be a problem nowadays , it's spectacular ! We love you Queem! We love your spirit! We love your soul. Tanks for the dedication.
  15. JACKXXXFROST
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    Mrs. Carter, em seu atual patamar, como uma das estrelas mais poderosas do planeta, vem em “LEMONADE” mostrar ao mundo que já que somos os responsáveis por sua ascensão à arte e ao estrelato, devemos estrar preparados para ouvir o que ela realmente pensa e defendeu, ao longo de sua caminhada, mesmo que de forma indireta. Seu empoderamento negro está mais evidente e abrangente que nunca,Mrs. Carter, em seu atual patamar, como uma das estrelas mais poderosas do planeta, vem em “LEMONADE” mostrar ao mundo que já que somos os responsáveis por sua ascensão à arte e ao estrelato, devemos estrar preparados para ouvir o que ela realmente pensa e defendeu, ao longo de sua caminhada, mesmo que de forma indireta. Seu empoderamento negro está mais evidente e abrangente que nunca, trazendo uma Beyoncé destemida de quaisquer que sejam as consequências de uma afronta direta a sociedade.
    É válido destacar que a cantora contribuiu na composição e produção de todas as músicas do material, que assim como citado pelo The Darily Telegraph, faz a cantora soar ainda mais “genuinamente imperiosa”.    … Expand
  16. RhiRhiNavy
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    I came to leave a bad review to knock the score down but i just watched the video and WHEW **** it. my edges are looking like Azealia's right now. **** us all up Queen!

    Also How do I change my username on here???
  17. ezequiasdejesus
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    Sem palavras,
    Beyonce sempre faz a espera valer por uma vida inteira.
    Album eudaimonico, muito equilibrado, uma universalização dos entulhos artísticos que a cantora carrega algo longo dos anos.
  18. sbm1215
    Apr 27, 2016
    10
    This is by far Beyoncé's most sonically diverse, passionate and personal album. "Hold Up," "Formation" and "Freedom" especially are excellent, but all of the songs on Lemonade are wonderful.
  19. Radiohead2000
    Apr 25, 2016
    8
    Beyonce's best work yet, this has turned her into an icon to a potential legend. This is one of the albums along with her self titled album that will make her go down as one of the best of this generation.
  20. Yannglas
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    Simply put: It is not just an another record from an other major singer of today. This is an entire journey from the first to the last second. I have never had so many different feelings while listening to music. Beyoncé, Congratulations, you deserve the praise for one of the best work of art ever.
  21. michaelsimpson
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    This album is simply incredible. This is the kind of bravery we need in music. This album is unlike any album she put out before it. She just did what Kanye West does everytime he puts out an album. Hate him as much as you'd like, but he changed the landscape of music with every release, and now, Beyonce is wisely following suit.

    A total journey, and a beautiful one at that. Dark    This album is simply incredible. This is the kind of bravery we need in music. This album is unlike any album she put out before it. She just did what Kanye West does everytime he puts out an album. Hate him as much as you'd like, but he changed the landscape of music with every release, and now, Beyonce is wisely following suit.

    A total journey, and a beautiful one at that. Dark at times, painful at times, inspiring at times, and always moving forward. Sounds a lot like life, doesn't it?    … Expand
  22. MilleniaJ
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    This album here is her best album ever she really came through and im proud of her she deserve all the love shes getting the ones giving negative reviews are just haters they probably never even listened to it just wanted to have an negative opinion on it.
  23. bcroft
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    A masterpiece! So sensitive, passionate and playful. Strong and powerful combination between the message and the beats. One of the best things Beyoncé ever did.
  24. fstocco
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    This is a political and musical masterpiece. The beautiful form in which she appeals to the black rights' movement, the incredible way she talks about women uniting themselves on a constant struggle against male injustice and domination. All her references are incredible, the album builds up on anger, develops to forgiveness and ends with her new anthem "Formation".

    All negative user    This is a political and musical masterpiece. The beautiful form in which she appeals to the black rights' movement, the incredible way she talks about women uniting themselves on a constant struggle against male injustice and domination. All her references are incredible, the album builds up on anger, develops to forgiveness and ends with her new anthem "Formation".

    All negative user reviews come either from people that obviously insist on comparing this work with Rihanna's ANTi album when both (amazing) albums obviously had different goals or from people who don't get how political beyoncé has gotten and those who can't accept a change in her musical style    … Expand
  25. zellestar150
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    I think this is Beyonce's best album because she uses different genres and not pop and R&B. This is a masterpiece by Beyonce and she uses her platform to talk about black lives matter and that's what I love about her she thinks hard about the other songs on her album and not just one like a single. She puts her all into every one of those songs.
  26. DouglasMarinho
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Esse é o novo testamente, "to Monday to Sunday". Um álbum cheio de referencias e críticas construtivas, um álbum preenchido de verdades nunca antes distas por ela. Assuntos que muitas pessoas diziam que ela ignorava, tanto da vida pessoal como em sociedade. Então ela "shoot" e acertou em cheio a cabeça e tirou o sono dos conservadores e dos "haters". Viver para ver, sentir e ouvir a sua em sua plenitude e brilho. Com muita Lemonade e hot sources !… Expand
  27. mattheusfox
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    É tudo muito diferente do que tá aí hoje no pop mainstream. E um diferente com qualidade. Gente, qual a dificuldade em levantar e aplaudir a Beyoncé? Ela fez um álbum incrível, falando de suas raízes, identidade e cultura. Tem rock, country, R&B, pop, hip hop...
  28. ColsonCooper
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    Sorry haters, that's Beyonce's reign, the only thing u can do is bowing down and accepting that she is the most popular and powerful living artist in the world, she is actully comparatble to Prince. So cut ur crap and sh*t 'cause RS reviews 5 stars! lol
  29. LucasOliveira97
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    Amazing! She really came to slay! A political, profane and empowred album!

    Since the release of 'Formation', Beyoncé, proving that it is the greatest artist of our time, gave lacquer-plastic question the most burning of the USA: the relationship between blacks and whites in the richest country in the world. In this true audio-visual experience, it is the key to understanding the    Amazing! She really came to slay! A political, profane and empowred album!

    Since the release of 'Formation', Beyoncé, proving that it is the greatest artist of our time, gave lacquer-plastic question the most burning of the USA: the relationship between blacks and whites in the richest country in the world.

    In this true audio-visual experience, it is the key to understanding the uiniverso spoken of the singer at the stage where it embraces and exalts with maximum power their blackness.

    The film is a visually arresting spectacle.    … Expand
  30. joshuacoker
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    This is the best album I have ever heard, i can't stop listening to it. I love that this album is very artistic and diverse. I can tell she really put a lot of effort and hard work to produce this masterpiece.
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Critic score distribution:
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  1. Q Magazine
    May 31, 2016
    80
    Lemonade hits hard. Beyonce has chosen to portray herself like this, and those choices are bold, powerful and at times, properly shocking. [#361, p.110]
  2. Uncut
    May 24, 2016
    90
    Never short on vocal confidence, here, she trades divadom for arresting, unconventional shapes. [Jul 2016, p.69]
  3. Austin Chronicle
    May 12, 2016
    89
    By effortlessly topping her own best work. Lemonade now sets a new standard for cross-genre collaboration.
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