Lemonade
by Beyoncé
  • Record Label: Parkwood
  • Release Date: Apr 23, 2016
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  1. benrankel
    May 4, 2016
    10
    This album is a perfect 10. Beyoncé's masterpiece. Anyone who tells you differently isn't of sound mind. Every song is carefully crafted, conscious and completely formed.
  2. hatem
    May 6, 2016
    10
    Lemonade is a masterpiece. "I've been served lemons, but I made Lemonade". In Lemonade, we see Queen Bey in her most personal state, as she talks about her dad, herself, being cheated on, politics, and several other topics. Lemonade is a coherent work of art. Starting with the powerful and vocally amazing ballad "Pray You Catch Me", you directly can know what to expect. As you reach theLemonade is a masterpiece. "I've been served lemons, but I made Lemonade". In Lemonade, we see Queen Bey in her most personal state, as she talks about her dad, herself, being cheated on, politics, and several other topics. Lemonade is a coherent work of art. Starting with the powerful and vocally amazing ballad "Pray You Catch Me", you directly can know what to expect. As you reach the middle of the album, it experiences a transition to the other phase of Lemonade. Lemonade is definitely Beyonce at her best. SLAYYYY QUEEN BEY

    Fav songs: "Pray You Catch me" Hold Up" "Don't hurt yourself" "Sorry" "Daddy Lessons" "Freedom" "Formation" (All of them are great songs)

    This is an album that will be talked about for a long time, and will be celebrated forever as one of the best albums of all time, as Beyonce grows and evolves as an artist, and proves that she IS the Queen.    … Expand
  3. velmax
    May 11, 2017
    9
    Lemonade is a genre bending album that tells the struggle of a relationship dealing with infidelity, from grief to anger and reconciliation this album does something very few are able to do... tell a story.
  4. brockcheese
    Aug 25, 2020
    9
    This is a great album that shows Beyoncé at the top of her game with many great guest starts from Jack White to Kendrick Lamar Beyoncé shows what it is to be black and powerful.
  5. chidime
    May 3, 2016
    9
    I wrote a review before, giving it 7/10, but after listening for a couple more times over 2 weeks, I can say this is a 9/10. I originally did (and still do) find the first half to be really good. However, the bottom half (except for All Night), I found uninteresting and bland. However, listening again, I can more fully appreciate the sounds of that half, and though I still very much preferI wrote a review before, giving it 7/10, but after listening for a couple more times over 2 weeks, I can say this is a 9/10. I originally did (and still do) find the first half to be really good. However, the bottom half (except for All Night), I found uninteresting and bland. However, listening again, I can more fully appreciate the sounds of that half, and though I still very much prefer the first half, the bottom half is a deal-breaker for me. Good work Beyonce. I can say that this is her best album ever, and this is perhaps her first album in which I am adding more than 1/2 songs to my daily playlist (adding about 6).… Expand
  6. LuizLucchiari
    May 2, 2016
    8
    I really like LEMONADE. I like how she tastes genres she has never done before such as country or rock. However I don't think it is that consistent as her previous album, which is my favorite album of the decade so far.
  7. LsSiel
    Oct 21, 2016
    8
    Empowering album. Beyonc'e proves one more time why she is Queen B. She has a great voice, and is able of many things with it. I just not like some sounds in it. But I think this is a great album
  8. bruno767
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Álbum icônico, coeso e aclamado. Beyoncé soube retratar com proeza todas as facetas de sua persona.… Expand
  9. KBarbosa
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    Beyonce shows her powerful voice with these incredible lyrics. So far it's the best album of 2016... She passed her words to the world... A maior cantora que você deve respeitar.
  10. Thewarjoe
    May 1, 2016
    10
    Best album of the decade so far, the structure, the way she sings... She's beyond human! There's no other artist right now that you could compare to her, she's incredible.
  11. guits13
    Sep 23, 2016
    5
    Well produced album, good message even though some of them aren't really "real", good lyrics (thanks to the team behind this part), but bland at the most literal word.
  12. OKOSHiN
    May 7, 2016
    10
    can't believe Queen bey did such a PERFECT album,definitely real art,can't image that how people expect the next B7 now.She better than best,stan for her forever.
  13. Muddsjr
    May 28, 2016
    8
    Alongside these highly favourable reviews of the critics, I'd say Beyonce has done yet another rather good piece of work (her previous being her self titled Beyonce, one of my albums of its year) and yet Lemonade itself has more variety and surprise than her previous 'Visual' album. Here she tackles Race, Gender and Relationship issues with an at times baffling anger while also deliveringAlongside these highly favourable reviews of the critics, I'd say Beyonce has done yet another rather good piece of work (her previous being her self titled Beyonce, one of my albums of its year) and yet Lemonade itself has more variety and surprise than her previous 'Visual' album. Here she tackles Race, Gender and Relationship issues with an at times baffling anger while also delivering some of her most divine vocal performances to date (All Night). Album of the year? One of them, Best POP album of the year? definitely.… Expand
  14. PartyGirl
    May 21, 2016
    10
    Lemonade just goes from strength to strength. The album offers different sounds, but it sounds like a cohesive body of work. Beyonce shows she can do everything from singing like an angel to rap. The album shows a range of emotion that most of us have felt. The album is a classic.
  15. proterospongia
    May 10, 2016
    8
    Beyoncé's Lemonade is her most experimental album to date, and follows the current trend where mainstream artists infuse underground elements into their sound. Lemonade is bold, colorful and has its pop appeal, even that covered in different types of music

    Best Tracks: Formation, Don't Hurt Yourself (feat. Jack White), Pray You Catch Me
  16. frienderman
    Jun 14, 2016
    9
    Lemonade hits with visceral force, stemming from her celebrity status as an icon and the brutal truth that she is a pained human being. With that said, her latest effort is nearly perfect, blending atmospheric melodies with heartbreaking lyrics. This will surely go down in the history books.
  17. superblablo
    Jun 18, 2017
    10
    After releasing her sixth album unexpectedly, I wanted to wait a little so I could notice if the album would bore me. It's been almost two months and Lemonade has easily become the most listened album in my catalogue. The lyrics are crazy, very direct and, sometimes, even aggressive. The tunes are totally insane, the production is major point here. Beyoncé's voice cannot be forgottenAfter releasing her sixth album unexpectedly, I wanted to wait a little so I could notice if the album would bore me. It's been almost two months and Lemonade has easily become the most listened album in my catalogue. The lyrics are crazy, very direct and, sometimes, even aggressive. The tunes are totally insane, the production is major point here. Beyoncé's voice cannot be forgotten either, since we have never seen this vocal control from her (very emotional the last lines in "6 Inch", when she says "come back, come back").

    The theme of the album needs another important commentary. Relationships and social aspects are included in this album, while changing, without disrupting the harmony, the genres of music contained.

    In conclusion, this album is the best thing that could happen to pop music in a period of time in which sex and money are still very present and excessively exploited. This is a masterpiece, it is bold, it is empowering, and it is Beyoncé. This is a lemonade that tastes better with each try you give to it.    … Expand
  18. 00happyboy
    Jun 9, 2016
    10
    Beyoncé always get better and better. Her music is so powerful and emotional and also that music movie is fantastic. She doesn't only work work work work work, her music is about real things. Queen B forever!
  19. SrJohnnyCat
    Nov 14, 2016
    10
    Just because it's a pop album, that doesn't mean it's shallow. Lemonade is Beyoncé's most personal album to date, and her most perfectly crafted one, too. It's entertaining, powerful, full of messages and incredible. An odyssey from beginning to start.
  20. Rumours
    Nov 24, 2021
    0
    Extremely overrated album, the only good song on the album is Love Drought.
  21. nandolopes16
    Oct 13, 2020
    0
    A mesma coisa que já estamos acostumados. Beyoncé empoderando axx negrxx e se escorando no movimento por falta de originalidade.
  22. KinkyKid
    May 30, 2017
    10
    Uno de los mejores discos del año pasado, las letras contestatarias pero al mismo tiempo poéticas, los géneros y la voz de Beyoncé. Feminista, político, lírico y experimental. El mejor trabajo de Beyoncé hasta la fecha,
  23. LilScience
    Aug 29, 2020
    4
    Vamos ser honestos, vamos ser verdadeiros, Beyoncé perdeu um pouco de sua essência, hoje ela não é nada mais que fantoche da mídia, lançando o que os outros querem, se caso não lançar ela seria cancelada, o álbum '4' supera esse mil vezes, um álbum versátil, o que não vi nesse, traz uma Beyoncé raivosa, uma coisa que eu acredito que ela não seja, expondo sua traição com Jay Z e no fimVamos ser honestos, vamos ser verdadeiros, Beyoncé perdeu um pouco de sua essência, hoje ela não é nada mais que fantoche da mídia, lançando o que os outros querem, se caso não lançar ela seria cancelada, o álbum '4' supera esse mil vezes, um álbum versátil, o que não vi nesse, traz uma Beyoncé raivosa, uma coisa que eu acredito que ela não seja, expondo sua traição com Jay Z e no fim ficar por isso mesmo.

    Faixas que me agradam 'Formation', 'Sorry' e 'Freedom', mas o resto não vejo nada demais.
    No fim das contas vemos a mudança nas músicas, o fim das divas pop e a procura de álbuns com conceito que geralmente são bem plásticos, a nova regra da indústria cultural; não se enganem achando que o álbum só porque se esconde atrás de conceito e cultura não seja mais um produto lançado em massa.    … Expand
  24. Matin032
    May 3, 2016
    8
    first thing that should be considered here is her progression over years,involving strength points in her career altogether all in this album, and her artistic rise to explain overrated topics in a form that serves the album`s theme...i mean,for example, 6 INCH sounds an i-am-the-king song at first listen but as the final lyrics arrive it can be realized that all the cool things mentionedfirst thing that should be considered here is her progression over years,involving strength points in her career altogether all in this album, and her artistic rise to explain overrated topics in a form that serves the album`s theme...i mean,for example, 6 INCH sounds an i-am-the-king song at first listen but as the final lyrics arrive it can be realized that all the cool things mentioned in the track are valuable if you could pass the difficulties happened like struggling with your most beloved.… Expand
  25. sealecas1993
    Apr 26, 2016
    8
    a great album, with diversity and good collabs, but it's way more enjoyable as the "visual album", then you have a history and you get the real point of the album, by it self it's a good album, but it isn't the great album every body it's loving, it's just good and completely different from her previous works
  26. viettungvuong
    May 2, 2016
    9
    I just don't like "Formation" song of this album. The rest of the album is great and amazing, people say Beyonce is old but her music is never get older and forgettable. So if you want good music, just buy this album
  27. Riskey
    Aug 19, 2018
    10
    LEMONADE is by far Beyonce's most polished and consuming work to date. Notable tracks include "6 Inch", "Love Drought", "Formation", and the exceptionally fiery and far-reaching "Don't Hurt Yourself". The album is extremely concentrated in its concepts, and fully in charge in what it sets out to say.
  28. jcgmalave
    May 22, 2016
    10
    i have to compare this album to "Rumours" by Fleetwood Mac. Beyonce made an instant classic, best album of the year so far... fav tracks: sorry, hold up, dont hurt yourself
  29. brufz
    May 1, 2016
    10
    Let's start with: I'm not black. Yes, II am not black but that doesn't prevent me to appreciate and be marveled by this masterpiece. This album is completely different from her previous surprise release. In that one she explores more her sexuality, femininity. In Lemonade, of course there's those characteristics because Beyoncé is all of that and more, but it's more intimate, above thoseLet's start with: I'm not black. Yes, II am not black but that doesn't prevent me to appreciate and be marveled by this masterpiece. This album is completely different from her previous surprise release. In that one she explores more her sexuality, femininity. In Lemonade, of course there's those characteristics because Beyoncé is all of that and more, but it's more intimate, above those themes. It goes on the most intimate feelings of a woman- no matter what race. Sure it gives - and most not be overshadow - an amazing empowerment to black people, specially women- but other races can appreciate it to - I sure do !
    And man.. MAN can and must also hear and feel what she sings.. because.. they feel the same !! We are all human !

    Now, you can hear it and you know you'll find an amazing work.. but when you see the visuals... this won't leave your heart.    … Expand
  30. Hinaria
    Sep 6, 2016
    10
    This was a beautiful form of art and protest. She is above any expectative I could have. Congratulations Beyoncé, this is PERFECTION! You stopped the World again. Collapse
  31. Simao
    Oct 1, 2020
    9
    i used to think beyoncé was slightly overrated before listening to LEMONADE.now i think she deserves even more recognition for her work, as people usually say this album is overrated.

    this album is undoubtedly beyoncé's magnum opus... it's so well done, i really cannot put it into words. from top to toe it's hard to find a single flaw, except for the fact that she added «Sorry -    i used to think beyoncé was slightly overrated before listening to LEMONADE.now i think she deserves even more recognition for her work, as people usually say this album is overrated.

    this album is undoubtedly beyoncé's magnum opus... it's so well done, i really cannot put it into words. from top to toe it's hard to find a single flaw, except for the fact that she added «Sorry - Original Demo», a filler, in my opinion, instead of crafting an outro that would close as perfectly as «Pray You Catch Me» opens the album.

    the absolute climax of the album, both musically and symbolically, is reached during «All Night» - a song so powerful that it feels literally unreachable. while throughout the whole album, beyoncé's vocal strength is evident on this perfectly produced LP with a fascinating story-line, carried by remarkable lyrics and even accompanied by an exceptional visual album.

    fav songs: pray you catch me; hold up; love drought; all night
    least fav: sorry - original demo    … Expand
  32. nanijoyce
    Jun 13, 2016
    10
    Melhor album da carreira sim. Pode não ser o mais "popular" ou "feito pra hitar fácil", mas é maduro, de qualidade e ótima sonoridade. De primeira você pode até não entender bem ou gostar de uma música e outra, mas só é preciso mas uma ouvida no album pra entender o que cada música faz ali. Muito bom.
  33. StanStrecci
    Sep 23, 2017
    10
    So far her best album ever. It shows her soul, her talent and her humanity.
    All the songs has a strong coherence with the concept of the album. The visual its subiime.
    Great job Queen B
  34. mahfoudhhannani
    May 13, 2016
    10
    What a masterpiece. Mix of personal emotions yet the listener can still relate. Keeps getting better with queen B. Let's not forget the one of a kind lines that are brought up with each album. شكرا
  35. LeoMusicCritic
    May 10, 2016
    7
    Lemonade is one of Beyonce's best work ever. Its got a deep meaning in it and is a piece of art. There are a few hiccups/disliked things about it, but overall it's a good album.
  36. arcanjo
    May 29, 2016
    10
    Hands down for beyoncé best work. She accomplishes the subject of a cheat, a little bit differently than the buzz single Formation promised - an extremely protesting album-, but here she shows that she knows whats she doing with the black historic references, turning to be an album more about empowerment that self pitting. This all, by the way, in a varied options of genre, always with theHands down for beyoncé best work. She accomplishes the subject of a cheat, a little bit differently than the buzz single Formation promised - an extremely protesting album-, but here she shows that she knows whats she doing with the black historic references, turning to be an album more about empowerment that self pitting. This all, by the way, in a varied options of genre, always with the black music influence into it.… Expand
  37. MiguelVictor
    Aug 31, 2016
    9
    "The album of the year", nothing is more appropriate for this masterpiece than that. Here we can see why Beyoncé is supposed to become the most powerful singer ever: amazing vocals, meaningful lyrics and a mix of styles that matches pretty well. yes "QueenBey", you are here to sl(t)ay!
  38. ersildsherja
    May 10, 2016
    7
    Lemonade is a nice album. I love Formation and Hold up but there are songs that are just boring. I think it's a little bit overrated because the music critics gave 93 points. I think it should get like 73 or 74.
  39. PedBeloni
    Jun 21, 2017
    10
    This was a beautiful form of art and protest. She is above any expectative I could have. Congratulations Beyoncé, this is PERFECTION! You stopped the World again.
  40. popcornnsprite
    Apr 29, 2016
    8
    Very solid album. This is the first time I have listened to a Beyonce album in its entirety and I have to say I'm impressed. Particular favourites are Pray You Catch Me, Sandcastles and All Night.
  41. not_mueller
    May 10, 2016
    9
    Never been a Beyonce fan, never been a pop fan, but damn this is a good album. Beyonce delivered a solid work here, one that flows beautifully and combines many different influences. The collaborations (Ezra Koening's "Hold Up", Jack White's "Don't Hurt Yourself", Kendrick Lamar's "Freedom", and The Weeknd's "Six Inch Heels") were notably strong entries, but Bey also holds her own on manyNever been a Beyonce fan, never been a pop fan, but damn this is a good album. Beyonce delivered a solid work here, one that flows beautifully and combines many different influences. The collaborations (Ezra Koening's "Hold Up", Jack White's "Don't Hurt Yourself", Kendrick Lamar's "Freedom", and The Weeknd's "Six Inch Heels") were notably strong entries, but Bey also holds her own on many other accounts, specifically All Night and Daddy Lessons. Great influences, great flow (except Formation... weakest track in my opinion, sort of boring and awkwardly intrudes on the end after All Night ends so perfectly, but I understand the need for a hit). Amazing work, first pop album I can say I love.… Expand
  42. luiof
    May 21, 2016
    8
    Beyoncé's Lemonade represents grief in the best way possible. It empowers, it inspires, and it also gives attention to social and political issues. As poppy as Beyoncé's music tends to be, you can see this albums risks in instrumentation. The second track, "Hold up" shows this type of risk.
  43. juliamaciel
    May 5, 2016
    10
    A Queen with Queen album.
    Sometimes it is necessary to come one person to give a slap in the face of society, talking about topics as forgotten or devalued and it still with good music and a very beautiful and brilliant film, LEMONADE not be forgotten ... "better call Becky"
  44. cristhianlandi
    May 31, 2016
    10
    Que álbum é esse meu Deus ? no Booklet, no filme, na letra, na sonoridade, em tudo, o álbum simplesmente foi 10, deixando a música Formation de lado, tudo foi perfeito.
  45. marcelinopao
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    Perfeito, de longe o melhor álbum da Beyoncé. Quem diria que ela poderia superar a perfeição de 4 e Self? Agora a trindade ta feita, o auge da genialidade artística
  46. CFCLSB
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    Lemonade é um álbum excelente, com vocais surreais (como de costume), letras importantes que vão muito além de traição (porque parece que certas pessoas só estão vendo isso neste álbum), tratando de situações atuais... Uma verdadeira obra de arte, coisa rara nos tempos atuais, onde música com conteúdo e mensagem é confundida com "chatice". Beyoncé mais uma vez elevou o seu nível deLemonade é um álbum excelente, com vocais surreais (como de costume), letras importantes que vão muito além de traição (porque parece que certas pessoas só estão vendo isso neste álbum), tratando de situações atuais... Uma verdadeira obra de arte, coisa rara nos tempos atuais, onde música com conteúdo e mensagem é confundida com "chatice". Beyoncé mais uma vez elevou o seu nível de respeito. Uma lenda viva que incomoda muita gente burra de gosto básico.

    Obs.: Senhores haters, eu sugiro que vocês se situem, guardem a sua inveja da aclamação alheia para vocês e parem de escrever o que não tem nada a ver com o álbum ou descontar na Beyoncé e seu trabalho maravilhoso (onde investiu mais de um milhão de dólares e meses de trabalho) a sua infelicidade com a falta de impacto/relevância/sucesso da sua cantora favorita.

    Aqui não é o Facebook, é um site sério de revisões. Insulto não é revisão. Ninguém te obrigou a ouvir, nem assistir. Se estão se dando ao trabalho de procurar, ouvir e assistir um filme de 1 hora é porque no fundo são fãs, caso contrário, apenas ignorariam. Finjam que seus pais te deram educação e respeite o trabalho alheio e a artista.    … Expand
  47. ThiagoAcquaviva
    May 5, 2016
    10
    Her most bold and complex work to date. A mix of genres and beats with her flawless vocals.
    A visual and musical masterpiece, one of the best albums of all time.
  48. agustinxalvarez
    Jun 1, 2016
    10
    Beyoncé's best work to date. She really out did herself when no one thought she could live up to Self-Titled. The multiple meaningful messages in this album really show in such an artistic way. Great work! Very great work! Definitely the best album of 2016.
  49. BonoCarter
    May 3, 2016
    10
    This right here is what music is about. Music is about growth and expanding that what is to what can be. Beyoncé showed us once again that she is able to adapt, change, learn and grow. LEMONADE may not be for everyone, but you can't deny that it's one of the best albums of the 10's.
  50. hilabo96
    Jun 7, 2016
    10
    Beyoncé is without doubt one of the greatest entertainers alive. With this album she also proved her ability to create a masterpiece of art and not just danceable mainstream songs. Besides the political message, there are many references artwise and the album as well as the movie contain a huge varieties of styles. I love it!
  51. AndiVrapi
    Oct 25, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An amazing artist! Rarely there can be someone who can dance, write, sing, entertain, motivate and use its voice for something bigger than itself! Lemonade and BEYONCE a true masterpiece! Maybe the best albums of this century:)… Expand
  52. FELIPEFERREIRA
    May 16, 2016
    9
    Beyoncé surpreendeu o mundo com o Lemonade, lançando o álbum visual em forma de documentário na HBO e, logo em seguida, lançado o álbum em si. E me surpreendeu também, lançando o melhor álbum da sua carreira e também um dos melhores álbuns do ano. Nunca imaginava que Beyoncé fosse lançar um álbum em que eu fosse me apaixonar de verdade, ouvindo todas as músicas sem parar. O Lemonade é,Beyoncé surpreendeu o mundo com o Lemonade, lançando o álbum visual em forma de documentário na HBO e, logo em seguida, lançado o álbum em si. E me surpreendeu também, lançando o melhor álbum da sua carreira e também um dos melhores álbuns do ano. Nunca imaginava que Beyoncé fosse lançar um álbum em que eu fosse me apaixonar de verdade, ouvindo todas as músicas sem parar. O Lemonade é, além de um grito de guerra para o empoderamento negro, em que ela mostra várias e várias referências no material visual, um relato da suposta traição de Jay Z, em que ela conta cada passo da descoberta, raiva, questionamento e perdão. Dá pra sentir isso ao ler as letras de todas as músicas, que estão estruturadas de forma lógica. Enfim, o Lemonade será marcada na história da indústria, tanto pela sua qualidade, tanto pela causa social que Beyoncé aderiu, tanto pela história. É assim mesmo. Deram limões a Beyoncé? Ela fez uma limonada!
    Obs: "Formation", "Freedom" e "Daddy Lessons" são as melhores, sem dúvida.    … Expand
  53. ThisCharmingMan
    May 6, 2016
    10
    The word "masterpiece" gets thrown around very easily in my opinion, and there are very few albums deserving of that title. I honestly believe this is a masterpiece, never been a huge Beyoncé fan, but this is easily the best album of the year, and possibly one of the best pop albums of this decade. Brilliant record.
  54. Jepri
    Apr 28, 2016
    10
    Amazing!!! I've never be in a hype about an album before, but it's truly an art. She gave so much stories about her past. Every food option is delicious! Order the blood orange lemonade, It's do die for! A lot of people also really like lemonade just like Lemonade by Beyonce
  55. CaioEz
    Apr 29, 2016
    10
    Beyoncé voltou com um álbum incrível e totalmente diferente do que ela já lançou! Todas as músicas com um vocal e letras incríveis, com um tom pessoal e de cunho social. Com certeza ela fez um trabalho incrível em toda a produção do disco e esse é, de longe, o melhor trabalho da cantora até agora.
  56. ANF4Side
    Apr 29, 2016
    8
    I wasn't caught up, trying to put pieces together with certain songs, lines and etc lol. But as someone just focusing solely on the music, I thought Lemonade was a very solid album. I enjoyed the diversity in sound and lyrics from Beyonce. The project was cohesive as a whole. I have to take a third and fourth listen, but I do know there was two-three songs I thought were "meh". Kendrick'sI wasn't caught up, trying to put pieces together with certain songs, lines and etc lol. But as someone just focusing solely on the music, I thought Lemonade was a very solid album. I enjoyed the diversity in sound and lyrics from Beyonce. The project was cohesive as a whole. I have to take a third and fourth listen, but I do know there was two-three songs I thought were "meh". Kendrick's verse on Freedom was "meh", but that song is big time regardless. But overall, the project was well done and deserve the praises it's getting.… Expand
  57. aladincarter
    Apr 29, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lemonade for me is more than an album. It's an EXPERIENCE. The poetry, the music, the visuals; it's a piece of art and also 'Lemonade' has now had the highest debut sales than any other album released in 2016 so far! Queen Beyoncé has really created an unmatched standard she's truly legendary… Expand
  58. santiagoesar
    Apr 29, 2016
    10
    It's just a wonderful experience. Each song is just a part of the journey. From denial, to anger, to disappointment, to depression and forgiveness, Lemonade is raw storytelling. Pure emotion from betrayal. Beyoncé just proved she can do anything, from R&B, to Hip Hop, to Reggae, Rock, Pop, and even Country. She's definitely the Queen.
  59. ice-cold
    Apr 30, 2016
    10
    This album is art. The experimentation is successful, and the blend of black music and other genres to create a variation of said genre to let her experiment but still be queen bey is just genius.
  60. ShakeelMurtaza
    Apr 30, 2016
    10
    Beyoncé's best body of work, an album that can be listened to from start to finish, no skipping tracks needed. Such a diverse body of work, containing elements of R&B, pop, trap, country, rock, yet the album flows so perfectly. Nearly every track stands out in its own way, and the album is topped off with such an outstanding visual aspect that only further reflects and brings light to theBeyoncé's best body of work, an album that can be listened to from start to finish, no skipping tracks needed. Such a diverse body of work, containing elements of R&B, pop, trap, country, rock, yet the album flows so perfectly. Nearly every track stands out in its own way, and the album is topped off with such an outstanding visual aspect that only further reflects and brings light to the story of the album. A true masterpiece that the music industry desperately needed.… Expand
  61. leonardo1s
    Apr 30, 2016
    10
    BIBLIA CONCEITUAL VISUAL AMO!!! RAINHA NEGRA! DONA DO ANO ARRASPOOUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU DFEBJVEJJE~RBHUWERBVJRWTRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
  62. matheusmoraes
    May 1, 2016
    10
    A palavra "obra de arte" nunca fez tanto sentido como agora. Um álbum maravilhoso e incrível em todos os aspectos. Beyoncé conseguiu superar seu álbum auto intitulado (BEYONCÉ) que também é incrível e conseguiu mostrar seu lado pessoal sem deixar de ser ativista e o mais surpreendente são os vários gêneros musicais no álbum, indo do R&B ao Country sem se perder.
  63. filipe5034
    May 1, 2016
    10
    Com certeza o melhor álbum do ano. Lemonade é fantástico
    Beyoncé criou um álbum com uma forte mensagem. Poucos artistas realmente falam o que pensam.
    Beyoncé se supera a cada álbum.
  64. jvictos
    May 2, 2016
    10
    muito bom, adorei todas as musicas, mas adorei especialmente as musicas 6 inch, all night, freedom, formation, ela simplesmente hitou, mitou, arrazou, pisou, lacrou com esse album
  65. eyeofthedragon
    May 14, 2016
    10
    Now, this isn't the best album in the history of music, but I feel as if it could be one at the top. Beyoncé has proved that she could nail any genre and make it something wonderful. Almost no one ever gets this personal in music anymore, and the lyrics she sings goes ahead to express her strong feminism personality. The visuals are breath-taking, showing black equality, feminism and manyNow, this isn't the best album in the history of music, but I feel as if it could be one at the top. Beyoncé has proved that she could nail any genre and make it something wonderful. Almost no one ever gets this personal in music anymore, and the lyrics she sings goes ahead to express her strong feminism personality. The visuals are breath-taking, showing black equality, feminism and many more. Visual album? Personal lyrics? A versatile artist? That's Beyoncé.… Expand
  66. juliomaas
    May 2, 2016
    10
    Perfect.
    The best Beyonce album to date.
    The positioning for the black culture is critical , especially in today where there is a return of impending social values. Beyonce brings the strength of a nation ruled and " voiceless " showing the female black power of an idolized singer worldwide. The composition was impeccable, and his participalão in every production shows the change of    Perfect.
    The best Beyonce album to date.
    The positioning for the black culture is critical , especially in today where there is a return of impending social values.
    Beyonce brings the strength of a nation ruled and " voiceless " showing the female black power of an idolized singer worldwide.
    The composition was impeccable, and his participalão in every production shows the change of interest from Beyonce    … Expand
  67. ObeyKingBey
    May 9, 2016
    10
    Do not listen to Rihanna's fans.
    You'll easily spot them in the reviews section because they are PRESSED over this album. Most haven't even listened to Lemonade in the first place (they likely can't afford it, which is why their fave is flopping on tour and with album sales), and they give it a "0" because they don't know any better. They're mad because of the fact that Rihanna is unable    Do not listen to Rihanna's fans.
    You'll easily spot them in the reviews section because they are PRESSED over this album. Most haven't even listened to Lemonade in the first place (they likely can't afford it, which is why their fave is flopping on tour and with album sales), and they give it a "0" because they don't know any better. They're mad because of the fact that Rihanna is unable to sell a copy of her latest album, better yet a tour ticket.

    ANYWAYS, back to the beauty that is this album. Once again, Beyoncé has outdone herself. She touches on just about every topic, from infidelity to redemption to black empowerment. The album is wonderful and should definitely be listened to in order to get the full effect of her message. Definitely her best work!    … Expand
  68. marcoschristian
    May 10, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Álbum maravilhoso, sem duvidas o melhor dos 6 álbuns, tempos uma Beyoncé de todos os estilos isso mostra o quanto ela é maravilhosa e merece todo o sucesso que esse suco de Jesus esta fazendo!… Expand
  69. aricand
    May 10, 2016
    10
    I have never been a Beyonce fan. Lemonade is different than any album ever put out. One can tell that Beyonce put a lot of effort into every single song and visual associated with this album. No two songs sound alike on this album. I feel that this album is going to become a trend setter for upcoming releases through the second half of 2016 and 2017. The music and visual truly makeI have never been a Beyonce fan. Lemonade is different than any album ever put out. One can tell that Beyonce put a lot of effort into every single song and visual associated with this album. No two songs sound alike on this album. I feel that this album is going to become a trend setter for upcoming releases through the second half of 2016 and 2017. The music and visual truly make Lemonade a piece of work. Even if you do not like Beyonce, I feel that you will appreciate Lemonade in general.… Expand
  70. kimberlymilena
    Sep 6, 2016
    10
    Uma obra de arte! Beyoncé comprova não estar mais preocupada em seguir tendências da indústria cultural. Um álbum "estranho" que vai do hip hop ao country, passando pelo trip hop, r&b alternativo e reggae. Nesse mainstream de "artistas" desesperados em vender músicas superficiais, Lemonade surge como uma luz no fim do túnel para os amantes de música boa. Com uma mensagem tão forte, agoraUma obra de arte! Beyoncé comprova não estar mais preocupada em seguir tendências da indústria cultural. Um álbum "estranho" que vai do hip hop ao country, passando pelo trip hop, r&b alternativo e reggae. Nesse mainstream de "artistas" desesperados em vender músicas superficiais, Lemonade surge como uma luz no fim do túnel para os amantes de música boa. Com uma mensagem tão forte, agora não é mais Beyoncé que se adequa ao mercado, e sim o contrário. Todos os demais se tornam apenas "o resto" perto da grandiosidade de Lemonade. Melhor álbum do ano, melhor álbum da década. Indubitavelmente.… Expand
  71. Rivan24
    May 19, 2016
    10
    Lemonade is Beyonce's most artistic offering to date, It has disappointed many due to her leaving the commercial 'single ladies' and 'sweet dreams' records that made her famous. However, I believe this album shows Beyonce growth as an artist and her journey to leave the realm of the contemporary pop star and move towards becoming a legend. The music explores a lot of issues women goLemonade is Beyonce's most artistic offering to date, It has disappointed many due to her leaving the commercial 'single ladies' and 'sweet dreams' records that made her famous. However, I believe this album shows Beyonce growth as an artist and her journey to leave the realm of the contemporary pop star and move towards becoming a legend. The music explores a lot of issues women go through in relationships such as doubt, depression, denial, anger, resentment, and forgiveness. The album answers every question we have ever asked Beyonce about her relationship. So get a glass of wine or two, listen to Beyonce's Lemonade and get the personal insight into her turbulent relationship that you've always wanted.… Expand
  72. alejomoonlight
    May 20, 2016
    10
    Este álbum es realmente bueno, las letras, los ritmos y el contraste con la voz de Beyoncé hacen de éste trabajo discográfico una verdadera obra de arte.
  73. elizap
    May 22, 2016
    10
    I think it's ridiculous how Rihanna's fans are so petty and negative towards Beyonce, I liked R8 a lot, but let me explain why Lemonade is a TRUE masterpiece: it's totally different, just like every Beyonce's album, it explores different themes and it sounds totally different. Beyonce always has something to offer, whether it is a catchy beat or high notes. Sorry, Rihanna's fans but yes,I think it's ridiculous how Rihanna's fans are so petty and negative towards Beyonce, I liked R8 a lot, but let me explain why Lemonade is a TRUE masterpiece: it's totally different, just like every Beyonce's album, it explores different themes and it sounds totally different. Beyonce always has something to offer, whether it is a catchy beat or high notes. Sorry, Rihanna's fans but yes, Lemonade DOES deserve such critical acclaim, because it is something unique and great. And as you may have already noticed, Beyonce doesn't do interviews, she does art to express herself… Expand
  74. MisaOlive
    May 23, 2016
    10
    This is the best work of Beyoncé so far. The sound of this album, the new songs, arrangements, and fully prepared vocals. It's all so amazing and very well prepared.
  75. lezecchin
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    Lemonade é seguramente o melhor disco da carreira da Beyoncé. Álbum absolutamente coeso, com uma temática muito bem delineada. A parte visual complementa ainda mais o álbum. Existe começo, meio e fim, na narrativa trazida pelo disco. De Pray You Catch Me até All Night, temos inicialmente a intuição de uma traição, passando pela negação, apatia, ira, perdão, chegando, por fim, à redenção.Lemonade é seguramente o melhor disco da carreira da Beyoncé. Álbum absolutamente coeso, com uma temática muito bem delineada. A parte visual complementa ainda mais o álbum. Existe começo, meio e fim, na narrativa trazida pelo disco. De Pray You Catch Me até All Night, temos inicialmente a intuição de uma traição, passando pela negação, apatia, ira, perdão, chegando, por fim, à redenção. Formation funciona com uma faixa bônus de desfecho do disco, mas que, ainda assim, se encaixa ao disco, no que diz respeito ao caráter ativista e militante que está presente especialmente na parte visual do álbum.… Expand
  76. leonardoleon
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Mais uma evolução de uma artista que nunca tem medo de sair da sua zona de conforto. Um marco.
  77. MafaldaSoares
    May 27, 2016
    10
    Definitely the best album I've heard in a while, truly such a masterpiece, which is what you expect from Queen Bey herself. The album really shows how much of an amazing, not overrated at all, artist Beyoncé is. The album has a mixture of rhythms, genres and lyrics but still manages to be extremely cohesive, telling a story which is a universal theme that everyone can relate to in someDefinitely the best album I've heard in a while, truly such a masterpiece, which is what you expect from Queen Bey herself. The album really shows how much of an amazing, not overrated at all, artist Beyoncé is. The album has a mixture of rhythms, genres and lyrics but still manages to be extremely cohesive, telling a story which is a universal theme that everyone can relate to in some what shape or form. Favourites from the album are definitely All Night, Freedom, Pray You Catch Me and Hold Up .… Expand
  78. akswm0407
    May 27, 2016
    10
    Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B.Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B. Just Queen B.… Expand
  79. VictorMedeiros
    May 29, 2016
    10
    Hinario, album of the year, melhor da carreira e o melhor do anooooooooooo, nem sei qual a melhor musicaaaaaaaa, vamos louvar dont hurt yourself e daddy lessons, biblia
  80. Juan12353
    May 29, 2016
    7
    1. Pray You Catch Me 7/10
    2. Hold Up 7/10
    3. Don't Hurt Yourself 8/10
    4. Sorry 6/10
    5. 6 Inch 10/10
    6. Daddy Lessons 10/10
    7. Love Drought 2/10
    8. Sandcastles 7/10
    9. Forward 1/10
    10. Freedom 10/10
    11. All Night 10/10
    12. Formation 10/10
  81. bb2311
    May 30, 2016
    10
    An outstanding work of art, with sounds for every music lover's taste. The Instrumentals and Beyoncé's voice tells an ever familiar story as well as educated those not familiar.
  82. WANGWEST
    May 30, 2016
    10
    Best album by far by Beyonce!!!!! 10 out of 10. Most creative album ever of 2016! Favorite songs you should listen to on her albums are Sorry and Freedom! Best album of the year!!!! Wish it was on Spotify though.
  83. virajshankar
    Jun 15, 2016
    10
    This album takes you on a train ride through Beyonce's mind. And it's a pretty cool ride, which everyone should take. The first half of the album is Beyonce being badass. But as the album progresses she ends up caring a lot and ends perfectly ends with Formation. It is an amazing album with a perfectly polished production. The album is so cohesive. The queen is middle fingers up mode andThis album takes you on a train ride through Beyonce's mind. And it's a pretty cool ride, which everyone should take. The first half of the album is Beyonce being badass. But as the album progresses she ends up caring a lot and ends perfectly ends with Formation. It is an amazing album with a perfectly polished production. The album is so cohesive. The queen is middle fingers up mode and is better than ever. Beyonce made some awesome Lemonade!… Expand
  84. itsrenanyall
    Jun 23, 2016
    7
    Beyonce, the album, is better than this one, but this sure got some quality, and she, like Rihanna, got to a point where she doesn't need to bring mainstream things to be great.
  85. pewhois
    Jun 26, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Melhor álbum do anoEmpowering, Bold, and a bit Political, but still fierce Bey like only she can. A living legend that has accomplished so much and has nothing to prove.… Expand
  86. Kerry-Paul
    May 5, 2019
    10
    Beyoncé more than dazzles with LEMONADE, She has successfully crafted a record that actually triumphs her previous Masterpiece Self Titled. If Self titled was her declaration of ascension in Pop culture, then LEMONADE is undoubtedly a higher level of genius that shatters the way we view pop culture or Popstars on a whole. LEMONADE earns it's status as a masterpiece far greater than anyBeyoncé more than dazzles with LEMONADE, She has successfully crafted a record that actually triumphs her previous Masterpiece Self Titled. If Self titled was her declaration of ascension in Pop culture, then LEMONADE is undoubtedly a higher level of genius that shatters the way we view pop culture or Popstars on a whole. LEMONADE earns it's status as a masterpiece far greater than any other album since the 2010's decade. Beyoncé has taught us never to underestimate her or think of her in a limited state of mind. Just when we thought Self Titled was her critical peak, she goes ahead and tops it! A feat no mere 'Pop Idol' can pull off. In a singles driven industry, Beyoncé continues to push the envelope with above the bar album releases. A living legend who has mastered her craft. A warrior of a singer with flawless vocal execution and superior technique, yet unafraid to showcase rawness and realness. LEMONADE is the best album of 2016! She no longer makes mere albums, she creates conversation and cultural events… Expand
  87. cocorlt98
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    Such masterpiece !! AMAZING album ! Every single song is so unique, so strong and got a such power thanks to the tune, the lyrics ... Besides the whole album has a real message ! And it becomes more and more rare today !
  88. Fabrialbertini
    Oct 31, 2016
    10
    Beyonce's message goes way beyond the music. It touches your soul and makes you feel almost every emotion. By far her best album to date. I think it has something of "4" and something of "BEYONCÈ" and she combines these to make the perfect album. Most certainly the best female album of the decade and century. Lemonade is not about a cheating man but about a woman's journey to forgiveness.Beyonce's message goes way beyond the music. It touches your soul and makes you feel almost every emotion. By far her best album to date. I think it has something of "4" and something of "BEYONCÈ" and she combines these to make the perfect album. Most certainly the best female album of the decade and century. Lemonade is not about a cheating man but about a woman's journey to forgiveness. The album starts off with two songs about the suspicion and learning of the man's unloyalty. The next two songs, "Don't Hurt Yourself" and "Sorry", literally scream "You are gonna pay for what you did". "6 inch" features an empowering message to hard working women all around the world, and no, it's not about a prostitute. "Daddy Lessons" takes us back to the roots of this woman's life just for us to further understand her situation, feelings, aggression, sweetness. "Love Drought" is where she starts to reflex and think about how maybe it wasn't all his fault and maybe she did act cold to him before. "Sandcastles" is about redemption, forgiveness. "Fordward" is about moving on, not forgetting about everything that happened, but about accepting it and moving fordward. "Freedom" is explosive, empowering and features a gospel chorus that won't escape your head. "All Night" closes the album celebrating love and features the best lyrics in the whole album: "They say true love is the greatest weapon to fight the war caused by pain", "With every tear came redemption, and my torturer became my remedy'. This album stands next to the bests of all time and has an empowering message about being a proud black woman in the 21 century.… Expand
  89. fcphmmc
    Aug 30, 2016
    10
    A masterwork from pop music's most refined and inspired artist. From the first notes in "Pray You Catch Me" you know this won't be the usual grab-a-hit album, its purpose is to take the listener for a complete journey with Beyoncé guiding.
  90. bruhnocosta
    Aug 23, 2016
    10
    The best album of Beyonce. The strongest. The most incredible. And the best album of the year. Grammy here we go. Thanks Beyoncé for this masterpiece!
  91. freedoma
    Aug 30, 2016
    10
    This album takes you on a train ride through Beyonce's mind. And it's a pretty cool ride, which everyone should take. The first half of the album is Beyonce being badass. But as the album progresses she ends up caring a lot and ends perfectly ends with Formation. It is an amazing album with a perfectly polished production. The album is so cohesive. The queen is middle fingers up mode andThis album takes you on a train ride through Beyonce's mind. And it's a pretty cool ride, which everyone should take. The first half of the album is Beyonce being badass. But as the album progresses she ends up caring a lot and ends perfectly ends with Formation. It is an amazing album with a perfectly polished production. The album is so cohesive. The queen is middle fingers up mode and is better than ever. Beyonce made some awesome Lemonade! Collapse… Expand
  92. andres6
    Sep 12, 2016
    10
    Beyoncé is perfect, great singer, great producter, is a legend!! This album it's so good, the lyrics, the rhitmics.One of the best albums of the music industry BEYONCÉ SLAY!
  93. WhyNotASinger
    Sep 9, 2016
    9
    Beyoncé surely knows how to be epic! There's no other word to better describe the "Lemonade" project: an artistic and moody film with a personal and strong soundtrack to support it! The songs are all really good and maybe also better then most of the tracks of her previous self-titled album! Maybe there's no smash hit to be found in this record (don't expect "Crazy in love" or "SingleBeyoncé surely knows how to be epic! There's no other word to better describe the "Lemonade" project: an artistic and moody film with a personal and strong soundtrack to support it! The songs are all really good and maybe also better then most of the tracks of her previous self-titled album! Maybe there's no smash hit to be found in this record (don't expect "Crazy in love" or "Single ladies" material) but "Freedom" and "All night" can be considered some of the best songs of her entire repertoire! Beyoncé sounds strong and convincing, always reminding us why she's such a music diva!… Expand
  94. gustavonever
    Sep 15, 2016
    10
    Lemonade é Inovador o tipo de movimento artístico que pode abrir caminho para uma nova era no mundo da música e sem dúvidas o melhor álbum de 2016
  95. gabrielaow
    Sep 19, 2016
    10
    I love love this album, I love you queen !! far the best album ever, I love the sound, the music, the film, produced an extremely good thing !! beyonce is at a level that is hard to get close, "beyonce is at a level where their competitors can not breathe"
  96. DayneScott
    Oct 3, 2016
    10
    After the release of her Self-Titled album, I wondered if Bey would be able to outdo herself. She did just that with this album, Lemonade somehow managed to span multiple genres while remaining cohesive.
  97. PippaMontone
    Oct 7, 2016
    10
    Beyoncé has never been more honest than in this album. She pours her heart out, she is completely opened up and it's pure genius. I have never seen her like this and I believe she reached a level of maturity that is easily shown in every song. This is a masterpiece.
  98. VicTerkulov
    Oct 14, 2016
    10
    Кажется именно сейчас Бейонсе созрела для того, чтобы рассказать свою историю, разве что ей никто не запретил использовать метафоры. Альбом полон семплов отдающих дань другим песням, но это не мешает ему быть шедевром сегодня. С каждым новым "лонгплеем" ей всё легче быть свободной, ни от кого не зависящей певицей. Она явно перестала делать музыку, которая точно понравится другим, онаКажется именно сейчас Бейонсе созрела для того, чтобы рассказать свою историю, разве что ей никто не запретил использовать метафоры. Альбом полон семплов отдающих дань другим песням, но это не мешает ему быть шедевром сегодня. С каждым новым "лонгплеем" ей всё легче быть свободной, ни от кого не зависящей певицей. Она явно перестала делать музыку, которая точно понравится другим, она делает это для себя, ни капли этого не стесняясь. Зашла и в политику, и в течение борьбы за социальную справедливость, отстояла себя как женщина, и показала достойный пример каждому. Да и просто тусить под эти треки, порой даже не вдумываясь в контекст - это весьма весёлое занятие.… Expand
  99. LouisJossie
    Oct 19, 2016
    10
    Beyonce, siempre sabe como sorprender a su publico y a el mundo en general. Cada cancion demuestra lo vocalmente fuerte que es, junto a el audiovisual no me sorprenderia si veo a Beyonce con sus nominaciones a los Grammys del siguiente año, en hora buena B!
  100. kamilisa12
    Nov 29, 2016
    10
    This is by far the best Beyonce's album - such a masterpiece from the breathing legend. It's really funny how immature Rihanna's or Gaga's fans (no offence, I like them, but some of their fans... just no) come here just to write his favorite word - overrated. Lemonade destroys Anti and Joanne. I ain't sorry. And one more thing - during hating don't hurt yourself!
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Universal acclaim - based on 33 Critic Reviews

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  1. Positive: 33 out of 33
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  3. Negative: 0 out of 33
  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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