Donda
by Kanye West
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6.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 3155 Ratings

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  1. 4rr4nW3th3rh111
    Aug 19, 2023
    8
    Modern Ye at his peak. After a handful of pretty mid releases after The life of Pablo, this album is an overlooked gem in Ye's discography. Production on this album is incredible. Best song on the album is "Junya".
  2. AlejoMadridista
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    Excelente álbum, lo disfrute de principio a fin, no me aburrió ni la duración, ni los 27 tracks que lo componen, no entiendo las críticas negativas, diría que es un álbum más para los fans de Kanye, que para un oyente ocasional. 10/10
  3. Jhagman
    Aug 3, 2023
    10
    Honestly, I thought it was a great project for Kanye West. The album has a ton of volume, but the many songs on this album don't make it feel like it is too much. There are tons of really good features on this album as well. Kanye put out a solid project here and I am looking forward to Donda 2. Favorite song was "Off The Grid".
  4. Skeledon
    May 22, 2023
    10
    This is about as good as it can get for ye to go to gospel, sure it has its fillers, but i think from all the 27 songs we got some bangers, Moon is still my favorite song of this album. I do feel like the Pt.2's are a bit much otherwise this is a 10/10.
  5. Clutch22
    May 20, 2023
    8
    Pretty ok album. Definitely not his best album, but it still is underrated. Most songs have great production and the feature selections are great. Overall it's a ok album for mr. West, but we got to respect Ye 's effort to make something new and controversial.
  6. swagmaster6969
    Apr 13, 2023
    10
    Kanye West's album Donda is an exceptional piece of artistry that stands out from the rest of his modern music. Themes of his personal life, political views, and new musical influences are all present throughout the album, making it an important and essential addition to modern hip-hop. Kanye West’s album Donda is an impressive display of his creative genius, and it is arguably the bestKanye West's album Donda is an exceptional piece of artistry that stands out from the rest of his modern music. Themes of his personal life, political views, and new musical influences are all present throughout the album, making it an important and essential addition to modern hip-hop. Kanye West’s album Donda is an impressive display of his creative genius, and it is arguably the best album of modern Kanye’s career.

    First, the music on Donda is a diverse blend of genres, featuring elements of hip-hop, soul, and R&B. Kanye’s production is top-notch, and he experiments with different sounds and textures throughout the album. He is able to create a unique soundscape that is both modern and timeless, and the production is one of the album’s standout elements. Additionally, the lyrics on the album are thoughtful and poignant, and Kanye speaks openly about his personal life and his political views. He is able to express his thoughts and feelings in an honest and direct way, and the lyrics provide an insight into Kanye’s life and his beliefs.

    Furthermore, the features on Donda are also impressive. Kanye brings in a variety of talented artists to add to the album, including Travis Scott, Nicki Minaj, Jay-Z, and more. Each guest adds their own unique style to the album, resulting in a dynamic and diverse sound. The features also help to expand the sonic palette of the album, and they provide an interesting contrast to Kanye’s own style.

    Finally, Donda is an important album in Kanye West’s career. It is a reflection of his growth as an artist and a person, and it serves as a testament to his creative genius. The music on the album is powerful and thought-provoking, and it is an essential addition to modern hip-hop. Kanye West’s album Donda is an impressive display of his creative genius, and it is arguably the best album of modern Kanye’s career. It is a powerful and important album that stands out from the rest of his music, and it is a testament to his growth as an artist.    … Expand
  7. captainfall
    Mar 5, 2023
    7
    this album is definitely not one of Ye's best albums its still a fairly decent album with a some good songs on it
    best tracks on it being
    -remote control
    -moon
    -off the grid
    and hurricane
  8. zl0dei
    Mar 3, 2023
    7
    me gustó, más por lo que representa, cuando entiendes lo que quiere expresar en este álbum se hace god.
  9. carti999
    Mar 2, 2023
    10
    First album in a long time that actually made me cry during my first listen. Kanye really knows how to make beautiful music.
  10. Kxxmek
    Jan 29, 2023
    8
    This album is good example of Kanye artistic vision, "On God" is one of greatest things ever made by him, you either love or hate this album. I personally love it.
  11. TiagoCamellini
    Nov 4, 2022
    10
    Kanye west made the best album of 2021, with the aesthetic referring to divine comedy, portraying hell, purgatory, and paradise, it is an album with very good, and exciting songs.
  12. arostislavna
    Oct 30, 2022
    8
    A very solid gospel rap album, yes there are some weak tracks, and it's a bit silly that it's a clean album for the sake of being an all black cover without a parental advisory logo... but it works.
  13. kriged
    Sep 1, 2021
    8
    This is surely Kanye's top 5 to keep it short it has 27 songs and not all of them are banger but it does has but it works with the album cause the album is so well sequenced. Its getting **** reviews now but its gonna be like 808's heartbreak after like 5 year people are look back and be like "Damn gospel with trap ye was ahead of his time'' this album does require multiple listens toThis is surely Kanye's top 5 to keep it short it has 27 songs and not all of them are banger but it does has but it works with the album cause the album is so well sequenced. Its getting **** reviews now but its gonna be like 808's heartbreak after like 5 year people are look back and be like "Damn gospel with trap ye was ahead of his time'' this album does require multiple listens to fully appreciate it, once you finish don't think about anything just rewind it and it will sound infinitely better.… Expand
  14. BladeLover2049
    Oct 22, 2022
    8
    A great concept worked with creativity, respect and imagination. The problem are that is too long, with themes that really overshadow all. The polemic maybe has made the album be criticed before time.
  15. drakeludin
    Oct 6, 2022
    10
    Anouther masterpiece from kanye west with no skips this is very underrated and is defnuated a 10/10 album
  16. hiphopplatinum
    Oct 2, 2022
    8
    amazing album that actually has soul with amazing production and really future classic songs like Off the grid, hurricane, jail, praise god, believe what I say, moon, heaven, and hell, keep my spirit alive, Jesus lord, new again, pure soul, no child left behind & come to life but it does have misses like tell the vision, Junya, ok ok & remote control
  17. CARIKI
    Sep 24, 2022
    8
    it is good and aged really well...................................................................................................................................
  18. sonofgallifrey
    Jan 11, 2022
    8
    Yes it is a step up from Jesus Is King. But even standing on its own. This is a great album with heavenly production and little filler
  19. javierp
    Sep 5, 2022
    9
    In my opinion, Donda is one of Ye's best projects. Maybe the album is a little bit long and he could have put the names of the artists featured in the songs, but the energy poured in it is outstanding. The production and samples are impeccable, something very caracteristic of Kanye, as well as the deep and meaningful lyrics. I also love how honest he is when creating whole concepts for hisIn my opinion, Donda is one of Ye's best projects. Maybe the album is a little bit long and he could have put the names of the artists featured in the songs, but the energy poured in it is outstanding. The production and samples are impeccable, something very caracteristic of Kanye, as well as the deep and meaningful lyrics. I also love how honest he is when creating whole concepts for his artworks. This is how you make an album.… Expand
  20. Joffnatic
    Jun 28, 2022
    8
    This is some of the most interesting music I've listened to in years. Kanye pulls off some of his most intriguing work yet on this LP. Despite some filler tracks here and there, this is a great album, and I truly think this could have been a 10 out of 10 if he removed 4-6 songs on this album. Some of the songs on here almost made me a christian, and I'm pretty sure I had a conversationThis is some of the most interesting music I've listened to in years. Kanye pulls off some of his most intriguing work yet on this LP. Despite some filler tracks here and there, this is a great album, and I truly think this could have been a 10 out of 10 if he removed 4-6 songs on this album. Some of the songs on here almost made me a christian, and I'm pretty sure I had a conversation with God while listening to No Child Left Behind. Come To Life pretty much CHANGED my life, and Jesus Lord made me cry. Amazing album.
    My favorite songs are Jail, Off The Grid, Hurricane, Praise God, Jonah, Ok Ok, 24, Moon, Heaven and Hell, Keep My Spirit Alive, Jesus Lord, New Again, Lord I Need You, Pure Souls, Come to Life and No Child Left Behind.    … Expand
  21. MavisBeacon23
    Jun 28, 2022
    10
    This is a great album. Been listening consistently for almost a year now. Still sounds fresh. Don’t get the hate
  22. SourGapes
    Jun 19, 2022
    10
    The album is a mess, but the creative highs he reaches on Donda is the best I've seen from him since MBDTF. Hurricane, Off the Grid, Come to Life, easily are some of the best tracks Kanye has ever contributed to.
  23. Moonnn111
    Jun 18, 2022
    8
    One Of the most artistics rollouts i ever seen in my whole life,one of the bests or the best kanye album
  24. Zackd641
    May 29, 2022
    9
    Good album. Similar to TLOP in the mixture of Kanye’s spiritual religious message and certified bangers. I would recommend listening without the “part 2” songs though just to cut down the 2 hour listening time to a more reasonable 1:20. My pick for 2021 Album of the Year. Lots of casual fans and drake fans are gonna say this album is bad but any real Kanye fan tells you it’s right up thereGood album. Similar to TLOP in the mixture of Kanye’s spiritual religious message and certified bangers. I would recommend listening without the “part 2” songs though just to cut down the 2 hour listening time to a more reasonable 1:20. My pick for 2021 Album of the Year. Lots of casual fans and drake fans are gonna say this album is bad but any real Kanye fan tells you it’s right up there with the rest of his music.… Expand
  25. FuocoVFL
    May 16, 2022
    10
    One of my favourite Kanye album, all the songs are amazing INCLUDING DONDA CHANT THANK YOU.
  26. meeep
    May 14, 2022
    8
    This is probably Kanye's bets album since TLOP (excluding KIDS SEE GHOSTS).
    Besides the fact that this album is a huge mess, I really enjoyed it. There are a lot of great tracks. It's a perfect mix between gospel music and rap music.
  27. TJby34
    May 5, 2022
    8
    In my opinion, it's underappreciated. Kanye spreads his wings and combines a million sounds in a way that doesn't feel messy or unfocused most of the time. A brilliant line up of features and solid Kanye performances, I think it's his best solo project since Yeezus.
  28. AndreBorba
    Apr 24, 2022
    10
    I don't care about what people say about this, i don't care about Ye's previous records. That album is so important to me, and now when i'm really depressed, some of the songs that always helps me are on this album. Come to Life my favourite one. Album for my life. Thanks Ye.
  29. MonkeMan
    Apr 6, 2022
    7
    Rollout was cool albums fine but to many songs. Some good songs like hurricane, come to life, moon. Others are kinda forgettable and boring. But at least it’s not Jesus is king
  30. narolo
    Mar 30, 2022
    7
    goodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgoodgood
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53

Mixed or average reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 19
  3. Negative: 1 out of 19
  1. musicOMH.com
    Sep 3, 2021
    60
    Though this isn’t a complete comeback, frustrated Kanye fans certainly have more grounds for optimism after this record than they did before it.
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  2. AllMusic
    Sep 2, 2021
    60
    Donda isn't without its highlights, but taken as a whole, it's both confused and confusing.
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  3. HipHopDX
    Sep 2, 2021
    62
    There are times where Kanye recaptures the magic of his golden years. ... But there just isn’t enough good here to look past the flaws. The final result is a collection of songs with little binding energy other than a vague Gospel through line, which runs across the tracklist — chaotic like The Life Of Pablo but devoid of the magic.
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