Jesus Is King
by Kanye West
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  1. Vicentx
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    Wonderful album.
    This album touch my soul. .
  2. 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
  3. 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.
  4. 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.)
  5. 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.
  6. 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
  7. 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.
  8. 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.)
  9. 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.
  10. 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
  11. 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
  12. 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.
  13. 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
  14. LuisThe24
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    Album of the Year. This album is better than what any other artist can put out. People still hate on him as a person and claim that his quality of music is declining, but he’s actually experimenting with new themes and sounds, so all of his albums are unique. He is the greatest artist of all time. “God Is” is a classic track already. That’s Kanye West for you.
  15. Dfour45
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Kanye doesn’t disappoint with this one and has made another great album! Wished it was longer!… Expand
  16. 21JackWal
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    Delivers a cohesive, sonically pleasing and lyrically strong gospel album without having it be all “praise Jesus” like some often do. Very strong production and lyricism
  17. 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.
  18. mateuscarneiro
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    Use this gospel for protection
    It's a hard road to heaven
    We call on your blessings
  19. Phillycheese050
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    Only Ye can make music like this. Even when it seems like he hasn't put his all into the project, it sounds infectious, inspiring, and more artistic than most music today. While the project could've been more fleshed out, longer, etc., the fact is that despite all the pressure...a diamond was still made. And that deserves apprevtoation.
  20. ChseSmth
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    MBDTF level. Such depth and the biblical references are so inspiring. The grandioseness is breathtaking
  21. cicerocesarf
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    o album é foda graças ao senhor Jesus! amem! Kanye West Gospel= perfeição
    ateus q chorem.
  22. rickjamesiii
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    Great Album! Obviously Kanye brings all the haters out making these reviews all but pointless
  23. RomanEmpires
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    Loved it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  24. 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.
  25. 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
  26. donxy12
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    This album shows Kanye’s versatility and adds well to his unique discography
  27. 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!
  28. 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.
  29. 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
  30. 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+
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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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