Jesus Is King
by Kanye West
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  1. viettungvuong
    Oct 25, 2019
    7
    The production is splendid (as always because West's productions are always top-notch). The subject matter is not something that I really enjoy. I feel like West is experimenting things on this album and I appreciate his efforts, but I don't really feel the gospel vibe of JIK. Decent album
  2. louis_
    Oct 25, 2019
    7
    Productions like Kanye's are second to none, so you can expect their songs to surprise everyone. "Jesus Is King" follows what Ye has decided to be religiously, without letting go of the characteristics of Kanye genres that makes the Gospel his own. Despite the negative expectation break between certain tracks, "Every Hour" and "God is" seem to be the commanders of this album and camouflageProductions like Kanye's are second to none, so you can expect their songs to surprise everyone. "Jesus Is King" follows what Ye has decided to be religiously, without letting go of the characteristics of Kanye genres that makes the Gospel his own. Despite the negative expectation break between certain tracks, "Every Hour" and "God is" seem to be the commanders of this album and camouflage this grotesque mistake of Kanye.… Expand
  3. Konanxyz
    Oct 26, 2019
    9
    90% of People who dont like it are either butthurt cause Cudi isn't on it or cause they still want the old Kanye

    90% of People who dont like it are either butthurt cause Cudi isn't on it or cause they still want the old Kanye

    90% of People who dont like it are either butthurt cause Cudi isn't on it or cause they still want the old Kanye
  4. ruffo
    Oct 26, 2019
    7
    MATEUS CRITIC

    Every Hour
    6/10
    Selah
    10/10
    Follow God
    9/10
    Closed On Sunday 9/10
    On God
    5/10
    Everything We Need 6/10
    Water
    10/10
    God Is 10/10
    Hans On
    4/10
    Use This Gospel
    8.5/10
    Jesus Is Lord
    8/10

    JESUS IS A KING
    nota: 77/100
  5. Coldest808s
    Oct 25, 2019
    8
    Went in with low expectations after “ye” and it was a blissful listen to say the least, from the beginning with the Sunday Service vocals on “Every Hour” to the haunting and dark “Closed on Sunday” to the video game soundtrack sounding “On God” and ending with “Jesus Is Lord” which I would’ve been fine with having a 20 minute version of. All in all I feel this album will grow with time forWent in with low expectations after “ye” and it was a blissful listen to say the least, from the beginning with the Sunday Service vocals on “Every Hour” to the haunting and dark “Closed on Sunday” to the video game soundtrack sounding “On God” and ending with “Jesus Is Lord” which I would’ve been fine with having a 20 minute version of. All in all I feel this album will grow with time for a lot of people and will be looked back on like “Yeezus” and “808s”… Expand
  6. jbus03
    Oct 26, 2019
    7
    The sounds on the album are really good, the lyrics do feel a little bit lacking. I was kind of hoping for Kanye to tell us WHY Christianity saved him, not just preaching about it. Overall a solid album, but lyrics aren't as hard-hitting as they could've been
  7. Metaman30000000
    Oct 26, 2019
    7
    Jesus is king is very good, if you exclude the poor mixing, underdeveloped lyrics and underdeveloped songs. The production is pretty nice and kanyes delivery is excellent as always
  8. Brahmc
    Oct 26, 2019
    10
    The Kenny g sax was amazing. Was not expecting both clipse members. Beautiful album.
  9. kanyeisdaGOAT
    Oct 26, 2019
    10
    Extremely well made and produced album. Each song has their own character and charm. When i first listened to it, it made me literally jump from my chair in joy. This album will be remembered and loved for years to come. Some songs like "On God", "Closed on Sundays" and "Use this Gospel" are complete BANGERS. The bass line with the synths on "On God" are some of my favorites from any albumExtremely well made and produced album. Each song has their own character and charm. When i first listened to it, it made me literally jump from my chair in joy. This album will be remembered and loved for years to come. Some songs like "On God", "Closed on Sundays" and "Use this Gospel" are complete BANGERS. The bass line with the synths on "On God" are some of my favorites from any album this decade. I feel that the lyrics in the song are very well written and catchy. I gave this album a 10 because personally, I feel that Kanye was just saying straight facts in this Album.… Expand
  10. Superiorbmf
    Oct 25, 2019
    10
    When you can feel someones heart! Kanye became a Christian, best Christian album of all time. Anyone that needs to get life's without drugs should talk this thing for real. He wants the best for all... The man is very misunderstood.
  11. Bakeredwarda
    Oct 25, 2019
    9
    Second favorite of the year and of his discography. Elevates past works like Yeezus and Pablo.
  12. LopezL27
    Oct 26, 2019
    10
    I'm not religious but I can feel Kanye's passion for his religion through this album. The production alone makes this a standout in his discography. The lack of drums makes this a dramatic album along with the powerful verses. An instant classic.
  13. Brokenvlues
    Oct 26, 2019
    10
    Real spill not capping Kanye was spitting the truth, makes you think a lot .
  14. draediamond
    Oct 25, 2019
    7
    It's not a great album but it's good. inconsistent and not very cohesive but there are some truly beutiful moments here. It's too short and the songs sound like glimpses of a full idea at times. The album serves as a true return to form for solo Kanye as the music is simply better than Ye. This sounds like a statemen t album. It's not meant to be this incredible piece of work but aIt's not a great album but it's good. inconsistent and not very cohesive but there are some truly beutiful moments here. It's too short and the songs sound like glimpses of a full idea at times. The album serves as a true return to form for solo Kanye as the music is simply better than Ye. This sounds like a statemen t album. It's not meant to be this incredible piece of work but a personal album that shows listeners where he's at. This album makes his future works very interesting.… Expand
  15. Fruger
    Oct 25, 2019
    9
    Kanye delivers incredible production and bars, whole changing his sound. It's a big adjustment, but it is rewarding.
  16. Daviddc
    Oct 25, 2019
    10
    Love it so much.............................................................................................
  17. Luke3305
    Oct 26, 2019
    10
    Amazing album. One of his best and most coherent since Yeezus. Very focused lyric wise and the production is great. Don't let the Christian themes turn you off.
  18. Lukeaanthony
    Oct 25, 2019
    7
    Solid record but definitely doesn't compare to Kanye's past projects. Highlights include "Follow God" "On God" and "Closed on Sundays" excusing the horrendous Chik-Fil-A line. Listening goes by quite fast considering its only 27 minutes and left me a bit underwhelmed. Definitely a good project but a weak one for Kanye standards.
  19. Antutroll
    Oct 26, 2019
    10
    Amazing album . Lush organic choirs , gospel music combined with hip hop influences and trap drums , this album won't disappoint you . This album could have been lengthier and a few songs felt kinda empty and anti climatic but nevertheless , this album is a masterpiece .
  20. Pleo
    Oct 26, 2019
    10
    This album is on a completely new level of a testament of faith. Kanye takes new leaps in production quality, past mental state battles, and his beliefs in the future to create one of the most important albums of his decade spanning career. Follow God, God Is, and Selah are standouts.
  21. KINGshef
    Oct 25, 2019
    8
    The only thing missing is the cinematic atmosphere of his longer album cuts.
  22. unitedforever
    Oct 25, 2019
    10
    Absolutely incredible album from start to finish!! Follow God and Use this Gospel
  23. Yeezyducky
    Oct 25, 2019
    8
    It's definitely one of the weirdest albums kanye has ever dropped, the production is fantastic on almost every single track, some of the tracks are the most experimental that kanye has ever released (such as Hands On), but the only thing that's holding me back from giving this album a higher score are the lyrics on some of the tracks, they sound pretentious, and on water it literallyIt's definitely one of the weirdest albums kanye has ever dropped, the production is fantastic on almost every single track, some of the tracks are the most experimental that kanye has ever released (such as Hands On), but the only thing that's holding me back from giving this album a higher score are the lyrics on some of the tracks, they sound pretentious, and on water it literally sounds like a christian parody of a decent song, not every track is like that though, Hands on or Selah for example have good lyrics, but it's not enough to save the album, it could've been a 9/10 or even a 9.5/10 album, if kanye put some effort into the lyrics and it didnt come out so pretentious, basic, and even cringy sometimes, still a really good album.… Expand
  24. Vincent
    Oct 25, 2019
    9
    As 2019 ends and a tumultuous 2020 begins, Kanye captures a flawed humanity asking for a final plea from God. A mix of warm beats and uplifting lyrics, West gives in to his spiritual shortcomings and embraces the eternal power of Jesus.
  25. little_
    Oct 26, 2019
    10
    As música com Sunday service perfeitas, tem músicas que lembram um pouco o yeezus. Adorei
  26. Suzanawoz
    Oct 26, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the album is perfect, the songs are heartbreaking and all the beats are perfect and the rhythm amazing, the lyrics are pure and it brings a huge reflection on everything the album is amazing… Expand
  27. Tach
    Oct 25, 2019
    10
    This album is AMAZING. Kanye never disappoints.. The production on this is MIND BLOWING.
  28. michelle1238
    Oct 25, 2019
    10
    Excellent album. The production is amazing, so are the lyrics. Definitely in the top three of his best albums so far
  29. Claddish
    Oct 25, 2019
    10
    Some of Kanye’s greatest to date. Follow God and Selah are absolute bangers.
  30. Duran222
    Oct 26, 2019
    7
    Kanye is a man who never does anything halfway, and now that he’s devoted his life to Jesus. It was a matter of time before we got this type of music from Kanye. Although some of the lyrics are a bit corny and plain, you can feel the passion in his (not-so-great) singing. Production is probably the worst ever on a Kanye album, but there are some incredibly beautiful moments throughout theKanye is a man who never does anything halfway, and now that he’s devoted his life to Jesus. It was a matter of time before we got this type of music from Kanye. Although some of the lyrics are a bit corny and plain, you can feel the passion in his (not-so-great) singing. Production is probably the worst ever on a Kanye album, but there are some incredibly beautiful moments throughout the whole album.… Expand
  31. DanielContreras
    Oct 25, 2019
    10
    Beautiful. In the context of this genre, it's a teaching class. About production this album is the perfect mix of all the musical resources that Kanye from the 00's hadn't available. This is an exquisite performance with expressive lyrics, instrumental majesty and a time-proof personal style.
  32. peterneilan
    Oct 25, 2019
    10
    The sampling is briliiant and so is the all round production. A really uplifting feel.
  33. Proerassung
    Oct 25, 2019
    9
    New Holy, new beat, new kanye.
    The lyrics with heavy, deep beats and transcendental messages give fresh stimulation.
  34. bradybunch987
    Oct 25, 2019
    9
    Very much worth the wait. The production is stellar as always and that clipse feature was a highlight of the album for sure. My only issue is that the record could have been longer!
  35. IlanBrem
    Oct 25, 2019
    9
    Every hour - 8/10
    Selah - 8.5/10
    Follow God - 9.5/10
    Closed On Sunday - 8.5/10
    On God - 9/10
    Everything We Need - 7/10
    Water - 9/10
    God Is - 9/10
    Hands On - 10/10
    Use This Gospel - 9/10
    Jesus Is Lord - 8.5/10
    overall - 8.7
  36. AROL
    Oct 25, 2019
    10
    Ye is truly a genius. The message–appreciate what you have, be positive, love family and friends—is just beautiful, and the production and lyricism back that up perfectly. The world has been in need of a purely positive record like this, and it can be an inspiration for people to focus on all the good we have in our lives, not the negativity that's going on around us. This album genuinelyYe is truly a genius. The message–appreciate what you have, be positive, love family and friends—is just beautiful, and the production and lyricism back that up perfectly. The world has been in need of a purely positive record like this, and it can be an inspiration for people to focus on all the good we have in our lives, not the negativity that's going on around us. This album genuinely brought me to tears, and I can't remember the last time that happened to me. It's making me reconsider a lot of things in my life, like how maybe I shouldn't curse at my dad anymore because that ain't Christ-like. Thank you, Kanye, as always. You really are the best artist of our generation.

    Favorite song: "Follow God"    … Expand
  37. Gniewkowest
    Oct 25, 2019
    10
    Simply amazing, the wait was really worth it, just no words to how amazing this album is. The production is classic Kanye, simply amazing. Kanye has been reborn.
    (Ignore the bad reviews, they are just haters.)
  38. lipenavy
    Oct 25, 2019
    10
    The best album of Millennium, Kanye West i love u, rap Excellence. BOWN DOWN
  39. calebcorleone
    Feb 1, 2020
    7
    This album is "good" but it just didn't stick with me. Production and vocals are great and do some interesting things. Maybe if I were more religious, this would be amazing.
  40. zembowerboy
    Oct 27, 2019
    8
    if you told me back in the day that Kanye would one day release a christian record that was actually good and sincere, I would have scoffed. But as a non-religious but still God fearing person, this is a deeply personal work with enlightening lyrics, and Kanye's sincere passion and reconciliation with his newfound beliefs. Some really beautiful stuff here, and the lyrics are both brutallyif you told me back in the day that Kanye would one day release a christian record that was actually good and sincere, I would have scoffed. But as a non-religious but still God fearing person, this is a deeply personal work with enlightening lyrics, and Kanye's sincere passion and reconciliation with his newfound beliefs. Some really beautiful stuff here, and the lyrics are both brutally honest and affecting. Let's hope this isn't just a phase.… Expand
  41. LuisThe13
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    Beautiful. In the context of this genre, it's a teaching class. About production this album is the perfect mix of all the musical resources that Kanye from the 00's hadn't available. This is an exquisite performance with expressive lyrics, instrumental majesty and a time-proof personal style.
  42. LuisThe15
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    You don't have to be religious to enjoy what was a solid effort by West to express the new feelings of profound spirituality the man is now feeling. This feels completely different than what we've heard from him before because this is a new Kanye. This is him putting his faith into creating music that touches the soul, and there definitely are tracks that do so.
  43. KnownUnknowns
    Oct 27, 2019
    8
    Jesus Is King, is a exploration of religious belief and appraisal of Jesus Christ. Though the subject matter is lacking, ( like is chick fil a really that good?? ) This album is still a well thought out album well there is a few mis haps in the mixing, still Kanye provides yet another great album combining his sincerity, creativity and bold subject matter.
  44. LuisThe17
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    This is Kanye album. It’s an experience that ruffles feathers and shifts the paradigm. That’s why we all come to experience Kanye art. The people rating it down are Supreme dorks who’ve never appreciated the nuisances Kanye puts in his projects, but just that it sounds cool. I stand by this album fully.
  45. dickypickle
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    This album is Kanye's best, by far....the reason being that it's not about him at all. It's about love, it's about harmony, it's about changing perceptions. I'm not religious in the slightest, as a matter of fact, I have a big aversion to it. Yet in still, I absolutely love this album. The opener is glorious & specifically targets Black audiences with it's choir use, feels like being inThis album is Kanye's best, by far....the reason being that it's not about him at all. It's about love, it's about harmony, it's about changing perceptions. I'm not religious in the slightest, as a matter of fact, I have a big aversion to it. Yet in still, I absolutely love this album. The opener is glorious & specifically targets Black audiences with it's choir use, feels like being in church on Sunday morning. I think that most other nationalities will have trouble getting into it because of their lack of experience in Black church houses. The second track sets the tone, which is, to me, a line in the sand....either you accept the new Kanye or you don't, & to me it seems as if he doesn't care either way, which makes me happy. This album creates a certain ambience & it works. The third track is for us day one fans, complete fan service from the beat to the cadence to that primal scream at tracks end. I wasn't feeling the fourth track at first, but upon further listening, it's my favorite song on the album. Eerie, but beautiful & very smart. There is no bombast or wasted opportunity on this record. I love it. Excellent use of sample on the fifth track. I wish he would have kept the choir on the sixth track, although I'm a fan of Ty Dolla $ign. The excellence continues on the seventh track, a beautiful testament to unity & healing. I'm really feeling how much Kanye has grown listening to the lyrics chosen. Track number seven begins with a beautiful, well known sample, leading to 'ye making the song cry, so to speak. The great Fred Hammond appears on track number eight, 'nuff said. Track number nine is excellent for a couple reasons, namely the re emergence of long silent ex member of the Clipse, No Malice, who doesn't waste a bar. The final track reminds me of how DMX used to end his albums, with a prayer. I can't believe how much I love this album. It's uplifting, spiritual, & all about love. Yeezy season approaches...… Expand
  46. LuisThe16
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    First and foremost a gospel album. Don’t expect a lot of bars, punchlines and intricate lyricism. Kanye really express his devotion to God and Jesus Christ troughout the project; going through how even ‘He’ saved a wretch like him – in Selah – and how hard it is to follow the model of Christ since he’s so perfect – in Follow God –. The production is impeccable, breathtaking – specially inFirst and foremost a gospel album. Don’t expect a lot of bars, punchlines and intricate lyricism. Kanye really express his devotion to God and Jesus Christ troughout the project; going through how even ‘He’ saved a wretch like him – in Selah – and how hard it is to follow the model of Christ since he’s so perfect – in Follow God –. The production is impeccable, breathtaking – specially in tracks like Selah, God Is and Water – showcasing how Kanye hasn’t lost his touch as a producer. The collaborations are on point as well: Ant Clemons, Ty Dolla $ign, Clipse (reunited) and Kenny G. The track On God feats great producing by the super talented Pierre Bourne and a controversial “13th amendment gotta end” line which may be a problem for those that are not aware/educated on the subject. Nothing new in a Kanye project, who is marked with controversial statements and lines throughout his discography. The only let down is the abrupt ending in Jesus is Lord, but it’s no big deal reallty… Expand
  47. JayShurman
    Oct 31, 2019
    8
    I was prepared for disaster, a typical atheist disinterested in the "gospel," and waiting for a total flop. My first listen was skeptical but this wasn't my first Kanye album, so I know I've been here before. But like every Kanye album before it, it grows on you with each listen.

    Kanye has always made better albums than one-off songs and this album is no different. At just 12 tracks    I was prepared for disaster, a typical atheist disinterested in the "gospel," and waiting for a total flop. My first listen was skeptical but this wasn't my first Kanye album, so I know I've been here before. But like every Kanye album before it, it grows on you with each listen.

    Kanye has always made better albums than one-off songs and this album is no different. At just 12 tracks and 27 minutes, its a perfect length to just consume in its entirety. The track arrangement is perfectly no coincidence as the album just flows.

    Kanye is no genius but he is certainly brilliant. A savant, perhaps.    … Expand
  48. LuisThe22
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    This ALBUM DESERVES MULTIPLE LISTENS BEFORE YOU RATE IT! it WILL grow on you! All I have to say is Wow! This album will be a classic. Some standout songs are follow god, and selah in my opinion. Taylor fans need to stop hating leave this man alone. I don't see Kanye's fans hating on Taylor's album giving unfair ratings.
  49. Jift100
    Nov 1, 2019
    10
    Jesus is King is a beautiful Rap album that includes unity, family, and transcendence through the Christian religion. The production and messaging was truly beautiful. The album makes one want to unite their respective families and put plans together to become truly greater. The opening track is a gospel track that truly has enlightening energy through the hynamic singing praising JesusJesus is King is a beautiful Rap album that includes unity, family, and transcendence through the Christian religion. The production and messaging was truly beautiful. The album makes one want to unite their respective families and put plans together to become truly greater. The opening track is a gospel track that truly has enlightening energy through the hynamic singing praising Jesus Christ to come down with his blessings. Selah was another track with strong energy saying words like God's soldiers really inspiring the listener to be apart of something bigger. Follow God is everyone's favorite track it seems like as he argues with his father about being "Christ like," in a very enticing and truly interesting way over an amazing beat. Closed On Sunday is the song where in the second verse tells anyone against him to remove their hands from his family in a very powerful and compelling way over switch in the beat hypnotic beat in the first half of the song. That's only the first third all in all, this is definitely one of Kanye's better albums.… Expand
  50. LuisThe19
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    It shouldn't work - this gospel-rap combo - but somehow it does, and the result is pretty compelling. (I say this as an atheist, by the way, who, generally speaking, is allergic to religious art.)
  51. LuisThe14
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    Simply amazing, the wait was really worth it, just no words to how amazing this album is. The production is classic Kanye, simply amazing. Kanye has been reborn.
    (Ignore the bad reviews, they are just haters.)
  52. LuisThe20
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    His album, his rules. It is musically well composed and it clearly exposes how HE feels about God. He’s showing his vulnerability to the world and you’re all making fun of him? That’s just shameful, regardless of what you believe. Hence, do not rate this album negatively purely based on how you feel about Christianity as a whole because that is just discriminating the freedom ofHis album, his rules. It is musically well composed and it clearly exposes how HE feels about God. He’s showing his vulnerability to the world and you’re all making fun of him? That’s just shameful, regardless of what you believe. Hence, do not rate this album negatively purely based on how you feel about Christianity as a whole because that is just discriminating the freedom of expression; isn’t that what music should be about? Try to understand where he comes from and why Jesus is so meaningful to him as throughout the album he’s expressing love, compassion, admiration, hope, forgivenesses, to say the less. I’d 100% rather listen to rap music talking about something positive than listening to lyrics encouraging taking drugs, killing people and sexualising women.… Expand
  53. LuisThe21
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    Radiating with classic Ye style, Jesus Is King brings creativity and new found faith that we have never seen from him before. The first A-List Christian rap album. The production is classic Kanye, the flow and album pacing is on spot and the features fit perfectly. This is simply a good album—coming from an atheist. Ye has apparently seen the light, which means we have now heard it. NoRadiating with classic Ye style, Jesus Is King brings creativity and new found faith that we have never seen from him before. The first A-List Christian rap album. The production is classic Kanye, the flow and album pacing is on spot and the features fit perfectly. This is simply a good album—coming from an atheist. Ye has apparently seen the light, which means we have now heard it. No complaints.… Expand
  54. xxxxyolo
    Nov 4, 2019
    10
    The album aims to renew Kanye West's career with a new musicality and lyricism, believing that even the “infidels” will be jaw-dropping with the music production of the work. Is this another work of art by the artist? Jesus is King is a significant milestone in West's career and anticipates what we can expect in the future.
  55. Aznbacon
    Nov 1, 2019
    10
    10/10

    It’s a spiritual war, even on Metacritic. Kanye keep doing God’s work, you’re doing so much good with your music. We needed this album
  56. StuckRodgers
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    It's 2019 and being a hater is the trendy thing to do. Instead of hating I chose to listen to the album and it's a certified 10/10. Jesus is King!
  57. puhli
    Nov 1, 2019
    10
    This is another masterpiece of Kanye West. He never produced the "same" album twice. He always reinventions himself and doesn't care what other people think about it, he does what he wants to. never made mainstream music. He truly is the greatest artist of all time.
  58. plaq
    Oct 31, 2019
    10
    It's absolutely glorious. I have this album on repeat and I still can't get enough. It's pure joy in audio form.
  59. manahe
    Oct 30, 2019
    9
    Maybe the lyrics are not amazing, but the vibe, the music is so creative. I think it is around the level of KSG and TLOP despite not being as lyrical or abstract
  60. sXerra
    Oct 30, 2019
    9
    Even though I normally don't listen to Gospel music, this was a nice, light and uplifting record. Will probably give it a few more listens
  61. RyanC11
    Oct 31, 2019
    9
    I know it’s not vintage-Kanye good but it’s still a very interesting and sonically pleasing album.
  62. Rickyjerry321
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    Great overall album with elements of gospel. Kanye once again changes up his style and tries something different. One of the best albums of the year.
  63. JordanMich321
    Oct 29, 2019
    10
    Another great album by Mr West. The gospel element is something new to hip-hop and once again Kanye has changed the game. This is an album similar to 808s that will give birth to new artists.
  64. GeorgiosMungas
    Nov 1, 2019
    10
    This album is amazing when taking in it's context and purpose as a gospel album. Kanye brilliantly combines rap with Gospel and provides some very well composed tracks to create for a seamless and enjoyable listen. One to be revered!
  65. DarcenBrandt
    Oct 29, 2019
    10
    My whole family listens to this album and loves it! I'm a huge huge music fan so i listen to a lot of music but this is the first album maybe ever that me, my wife and two kids all love. That makes me happy! You're a free man Kanye!
  66. Handsome-Sleuth
    Oct 30, 2019
    10
    This album is a work of art and grows on me every listen. Production is amazing and the songs offer a new take on Hip Hop records and an infusion with gospel music. When taking it in without prejudice and with the recommend purpose it clearly reaches its goals and provides a musical and spiritual experience to behold.
  67. LuisThe18
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    Certified Album of the year!

    Kanye did it again he made a Masterpiece and the people disliking it are snakes.

    The songs all sound like they are made in heaven. When I listen to the songs it feels like I'm floating in the air and being blissful on a magical soundscape.
  68. NicholasPayet
    Oct 29, 2019
    7
    The album is great production wise, but ye sounds like gods cheerleader for much of it and doesnt offer much insight into much of anything at any point on this album. Selah and use this gospel go hard.
  69. Jregistv
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    What an amazing album. From beginning to end it was a spiritual journey. I felt the emotional and tiredness that went into creating each and every song from the 11 track album.
  70. Guigui26
    Oct 29, 2019
    10
    This concludes an album that I find fascinating from start to finish. Perhaps we have to thank Kanye's wavering mental health for this unexpected musical exodus, as he does himself. There is something disturbing about realizing that the overwhelming majority of the best known artists suffer from mental disorders. In the manner of a Joker posing in the cinema, the question of our moralThis concludes an album that I find fascinating from start to finish. Perhaps we have to thank Kanye's wavering mental health for this unexpected musical exodus, as he does himself. There is something disturbing about realizing that the overwhelming majority of the best known artists suffer from mental disorders. In the manner of a Joker posing in the cinema, the question of our moral sense from a punitive and emotional point of view, Jesus Is King puts it from the angle of perverse musical entertainment ... Because if we always hope that our favorite artists feel better in their heads, it's impossible to deny that you have to be special to have a crazy career like Kanye West. Thank you!… Expand
  71. Galet
    Oct 29, 2019
    9
    People either absolutely love it or absolutely hate it. Everyone is talking about it, it's quite controversial.
    On one side it's quite bad, surface level and corny to the point of making you laugh, on the other side
    it's powerful, it's soulful, (the first listen of Selah made me cry), it's courageous, it's taboo, it's inspiring. So it's very representative of its creator Kanye West. A    People either absolutely love it or absolutely hate it. Everyone is talking about it, it's quite controversial.
    On one side it's quite bad, surface level and corny to the point of making you laugh, on the other side
    it's powerful, it's soulful, (the first listen of Selah made me cry), it's courageous, it's taboo, it's inspiring.

    So it's very representative of its creator Kanye West. A sincere piece of music, a great piece of art.
    I'm glad this album exists, and i can't wait to see its ripples.    … Expand
  72. Windolicker
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    Well we already know that there are going to be plenty of haters that will rate this as a 1/10 without a shred of integrity. They hate Kanye's Christian and conservative values and they hate how he is a fan of Donald Trump. That is all it takes these days to inspire hatred from mass swathes of the population. However, as an objective listener, I found the album to be fun, quirky, andWell we already know that there are going to be plenty of haters that will rate this as a 1/10 without a shred of integrity. They hate Kanye's Christian and conservative values and they hate how he is a fan of Donald Trump. That is all it takes these days to inspire hatred from mass swathes of the population. However, as an objective listener, I found the album to be fun, quirky, and inspirational. This album legitimately makes me want to become a Christian.
    EDIT: I just went and read the negative reviews. They are such gross exaggerations and you can really tell that most of them are not reviews of the album but of Kanye himself. Vast statements such as "Worst album ever", as if that isn't a totally transparent reviewer. Some reviewers said awful things about Jesus and Christianity....come on! Have some class!    … Expand
  73. fomalhaut
    Oct 29, 2019
    10
    Kanye repents to jesus through this album. And it makes me cry. Some people hate this album, but I love it tho
  74. tha_da_vinci
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    Great album. Pushing boundaries as always.

    Selah and God Is are some of his best songs ever.

    10/10
  75. Dvir971
    Oct 29, 2019
    10
    Kanye reinvents himself in each one of his project and this one finds him in it’s most mature. While I do want him to return making albums like Yeezus and Pablo, this album is revolutionary on it’s own depicting very profound and important subjects people don’t talk enough about. As a Jewish man I don’t connect to the whole ‘Jesus’ thing at all yet I still connect with many of Kanye’sKanye reinvents himself in each one of his project and this one finds him in it’s most mature. While I do want him to return making albums like Yeezus and Pablo, this album is revolutionary on it’s own depicting very profound and important subjects people don’t talk enough about. As a Jewish man I don’t connect to the whole ‘Jesus’ thing at all yet I still connect with many of Kanye’s spiritual and social themes and subjects throughout the album while adjusting them to my own world view. I think it also helps watching Kanye’s recent interviews to see where he’s coming from. I can see however how this album pisses off so many people, Kanye has been doing interviews about same people for around 2 years now. Hopefully in a few years people will see the brilliance in this album, like the brilliant ‘808’s & Heartbreak’. As always with Kanye, the album is sonically masterful and while I wouldn’t consider it as one of his greatest, it’s definitely not a misstep.… Expand
  76. aver233
    Oct 28, 2019
    9
    This album is great, it grows on you rapidly for each listen. Kanye remains at the forefront of innovative music whilst also going back to his roots slightly with the chopped up soul/gospel samples. The album is short but sweet. Lyrics are heartfelt and personal as always from Kanye, with some humor mixed in there.

    Production is the absolute best part, from the epic tribal drums on    This album is great, it grows on you rapidly for each listen. Kanye remains at the forefront of innovative music whilst also going back to his roots slightly with the chopped up soul/gospel samples. The album is short but sweet. Lyrics are heartfelt and personal as always from Kanye, with some humor mixed in there.

    Production is the absolute best part, from the epic tribal drums on "Selah", to the wavy atmosphere on "Water", to the futuristic synth on "On God", to the absolutely gorgeous gospel sample on "God Is", all the way to the great saxophone solo by Kenny G on "Use this Gospel. That same track also features the rap duo Clipse making a historic comeback. Both Pusha T and his brother Malice have great verses on this track.

    Overall, there's a lot to like here. I haven't been able to stop listening since it came out, and the album keeps growing on me even more. Kanye did an amazing job.

    Favorite tracks: Selah, Follow God, Closed on Sunday, On God, Everything We Need, God Is, Use this gospel.

    Least Favorite tracks: Hands On (Lost potential on that track.)    … Expand
  77. kingkillmonger
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    only problem is it aint long enough i want more!! ye re invents him self every album and always makes it sound great and fresh i dont want the old ye i want whoever ye wants to be and if this is it then im not complaining
  78. Orlamds
    Nov 5, 2019
    10
    Just a masterpiece of god! Everything you know about gospel will be rewind!
  79. LuisThe23
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    Give this some time. This 5.5 rating will change. Something new, something as fresh as this takes time simmer. Fire album front go back imo. Felt sincere. Felt very Kanye. The triumphs and failures on his journey to god addressed in true Kanye fashion w/ the odd line that leaves you thinking “wtf did I just hear”. Some of the sounds are unlike anything I’ve heard in a rap / hiphop orGive this some time. This 5.5 rating will change. Something new, something as fresh as this takes time simmer. Fire album front go back imo. Felt sincere. Felt very Kanye. The triumphs and failures on his journey to god addressed in true Kanye fashion w/ the odd line that leaves you thinking “wtf did I just hear”. Some of the sounds are unlike anything I’ve heard in a rap / hiphop or gospel song. Favourite track is ‘god is’. This is sound of the Christian church a 100 years from now. What Kanye accomplished for hiphop / pop music on 808s he does for gospel music w/ this song right here. In fact he achieves this w/ this entire album. I can see the live tour being lit af! Imagine the choir on Selah live! Kanye is a genius at setting the stage for a live performance such as this. Overall a project delivered in true Kanye fashion. This will be on rotation. I might even go to church more often. Who knows..… Expand
  80. luwey
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    CD Incrível, mostra uma nova fase do Kanye bem diferente do que estamos acostumados e com um ego bem menor.
  81. mateuscarneiro
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    Use this gospel for protection
    It's a hard road to heaven
    We call on your blessings
  82. ChseSmth
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    MBDTF level. Such depth and the biblical references are so inspiring. The grandioseness is breathtaking
  83. oatyboaty
    Oct 28, 2019
    9
    At first, people hated Yeezus and 808’s. Now they are considered classics. Jesus Is King will be exactly like that and only get better with age. In 5 years from now this album will be praised and be viewed very positively. This is a great album, like all others in Kanye’s discography. Definitely not a top 3 Kanye album but still an amazing record.
  84. cicerocesarf
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    o album é foda graças ao senhor Jesus! amem! Kanye West Gospel= perfeição
    ateus q chorem.
  85. Joe2126
    Oct 28, 2019
    8
    JIK is a love it or hate it album, it depends on what the listener is feeling whether they want something that is soulful or maybe more pumped up (such as Freddie Gibb's Bandana). In my opinion, I think this is just as good as Kanye's last two albums from last year but this time it greatly improves upon those two past ones. JIK really has some great music which I'm still listening to allJIK is a love it or hate it album, it depends on what the listener is feeling whether they want something that is soulful or maybe more pumped up (such as Freddie Gibb's Bandana). In my opinion, I think this is just as good as Kanye's last two albums from last year but this time it greatly improves upon those two past ones. JIK really has some great music which I'm still listening to all the time after it's release.

    Everything we need, water, follow god, god is and hands on are some of Kanye's best songs in a decade ever since MBDTF. The main problem with JIK is use this gospel which has good lyrics but the production value on it is terrible, it sounds disorienting and isn't good on the ears. It actually seems as if Kanye decided that the sound of an open car door would be a good idea for making a song but it really isn't, no one wants to hear that. At the end of the day, every good album has that one song you end up skiping all the time

    Overall, this album is beautiful. I love it and I'll continue playing the best songs off this album for the next weeks to come. I would say that Hands on is by far the best song on this album. Good job Kanye    … Expand
  86. psmora
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    An amazing album. Kanye does it again. 2 improvements for me would be to fix use this gospel as the leaked versions were much better, and make Jesus is Lord much much longer as the sound is heavenly!
  87. Kyle_Peake
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    This album is an incredible departure from Ye's previous work, it is like 808s in the sense that the recognition will be more widespread once people have had time to understand it.
  88. luisschlindwein
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    very good, I felt blessed and enlightened by all the sounds ye's been able to put out on this album;
    my christianity indicators rose from 25 all the way up to 100+
  89. PaulFenty
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    can’t believe Yeezy took me to Church
  90. RoganRoy
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    I agree a lot with the criticism about the intro and outro being odd pacing and timing, the overall structure of it being a awkwardly short project, but Kanye has always had corny lyrics and those on “Closed on Sunday” aren’t THAT bad.
  91. VISERIONXI
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    Great album with a great message! Selah and Follow God are the best from this album!
  92. izzyguy98
    Oct 31, 2019
    10
    Every Kanye album is a 10/10 in my opinion. His albums are truly works of art because have you ever heard someone say the new Kanye album was just alright? No, you haven’t. You only hear people say it’s bad, or amazing. Never a middle ground answer, always the two extremes. This is the sign of true art. Kanye isn’t really doing anything drastically different than what he’s always done.Every Kanye album is a 10/10 in my opinion. His albums are truly works of art because have you ever heard someone say the new Kanye album was just alright? No, you haven’t. You only hear people say it’s bad, or amazing. Never a middle ground answer, always the two extremes. This is the sign of true art. Kanye isn’t really doing anything drastically different than what he’s always done. Soul samples? ✓ Religious lyrics? ✓ ✓ ✓ Kinda corny lines like “you’re my chick-fil-a”? ✓ Kanye has always had some corny lines in his songs like in 808s & Heartbreak when he refers to his love as a RoboCop. Or when he says in Yeezus “Eating Asian **** all I need is sweet and sour sauce.”

    Another thing with Kanye music is it has a tendency to have mixed reviews upon release both critically and commercially. But also has a tendency to be considered a classic album a few years later. This has happened with 808s & Heartbreak, Yeezus, The Life of Pablo, and it’s starting to happen with his 2018 album Ye. Overall, I think this is a good album that will be considered a classic in a few years. Religious lyrics often age very well. It’s cool to see Kanye still doing what he does at age 42.    … Expand
  93. JSly
    Nov 5, 2019
    10
    Classic Kanye with infinitely more depth. Most of these comments are shallow and inaccurate from those who didn't approach this work with an open mind to begin with... or clearly had a political axe to grind. You have to listen through it a couple of times to get the message and understand the flow. As you do, it gets better and better until you realize it is a complete masterpiece. MyClassic Kanye with infinitely more depth. Most of these comments are shallow and inaccurate from those who didn't approach this work with an open mind to begin with... or clearly had a political axe to grind. You have to listen through it a couple of times to get the message and understand the flow. As you do, it gets better and better until you realize it is a complete masterpiece. My only complaint is the last track wasn't long enough. You tee'd it up and left it Ye! finish it on next. The thing is most christian music is lazy and uninspired when it should be anything but. This is easily the best gospel album I have heard where essentially every verse was honest and has weight. You can feel toll of fame, pain, addition, lament and contrast his sorrow with redemption and concern for his family. Its even more powerful if you listen to his earlier work, in succession, up to this point. Proud of Kanye for doing this. Blessed by his early living out of a true saving faith. Encouraged by the importance he placed on theological accuracy (the best he knew at this point) and, praying for his continued sanctification and for his wife, kids and family to follow close behind through seeing the change in his life that only Christ can bring… Expand
  94. RomanEmpires
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    Loved it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  95. Cale7777
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    Well produced with a great message! Follow God, Use this Gospel, and God is are excellent songs to start with.
  96. azdante
    Oct 28, 2019
    8
    A few weak patches, like Closed on Sunday, and some rough vocals but otherwise a strong album from a veteran of the art. Largest complaint is how small it is.
  97. gabrieleslima19
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    perfect, I really loved it, kanye changed the game, he's one of the best things to ever exist in gospel
  98. lnanyz
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    album simplesmente perfeito, com significado para os fãs e afro americanos, a melodia é incrivel
  99. Georgieisnotok
    Nov 1, 2019
    7
    A really great album both instrumentally and in all other aspects that is let down by its lyricism, as the the lyrics appear insincere, down right awful and confusing like on the track 'Closed on Sunday' and sometimes just lacking of Kanye's usual charm displayed through his lyricism. I hope it can be edited and improved like that of Life of pablo.
  100. MBMBaM
    Nov 13, 2019
    10
    I’ve listened to every song many many times. This is a masterpiece. It’s beautiful, and it made my atheist heart swell up with love and even more appreciation to humanity than ever before. I love our world
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 25
  3. Negative: 4 out of 25
  1. Tiny Mix Tapes
    Dec 30, 2019
    0
    His reunion with frequent collaborators belies a rich history of discovering and championing new voices. This ostensible distance from which Kanye preaches reveals King’s true tension: Kanye, like Kendrick on DAMN., is asking for our prayers, while also distancing himself from our hands and our mouths. And it doesn’t work. ... He has artistically lost track of his audience and himself in its midst.
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  2. The Wire
    Nov 20, 2019
    50
    He’s hung up on Jesus rather than pneumatic women. It’s hard to tell if that’s an improvement, but it doesn’t seem like a regression either. ... An album with zero fat, dense in at least three senses, two of them positive. [Dec 2019, p.60]
  3. RapReviews.com
    Nov 12, 2019
    50
    As with every Kanye album, there’s some magnificent production on a majority of “Jesus Is King” courtesy of Pi’erre Bourne, Timbaland and Boogz, among others. ... Kanye just seems like he’s in his own world; disregarding what’s going on around him. Other times, Ye’s writing delves into eyerolling contradictions and ego-driven intentions.
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