Jesus Is King
by Kanye West
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5.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 1454 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 241 out of 1454
  3. Negative: 556 out of 1454

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  1. Arthuu
    Oct 28, 2019
    2
    Sad that it's the music of XXI century. Spare the time and listen to some good 70's bands instead
  2. 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
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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
  6. RomanEmpires
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    Loved it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  7. rickjamesiii
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    Great Album! Obviously Kanye brings all the haters out making these reviews all but pointless
  8. Dronningen
    Oct 28, 2019
    0
    It just isn’t a good album. Messy, and the best parts are the parts without Kanye
  9. cicerocesarf
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    o album é foda graças ao senhor Jesus! amem! Kanye West Gospel= perfeição
    ateus q chorem.
  10. Mdwalker117
    Oct 28, 2019
    4
    While a small departure I’m impressed and this is coming from someone who doesn’t consider themselves religious. In enjoyed it more due to the fact that it shows his journey to what he sees is his path to follow.
  11. 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.
  12. ChseSmth
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    MBDTF level. Such depth and the biblical references are so inspiring. The grandioseness is breathtaking
  13. 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.
  14. 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
  15. mateuscarneiro
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    Use this gospel for protection
    It's a hard road to heaven
    We call on your blessings
  16. chocstraw
    Oct 27, 2019
    3
    This album is insulting to Jesus and I'm not even religious. While the album is poor in its own right, it's especially poor when taken in the context of the leaks leading up to this album, all of which were better than just about any song on the final product.
  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. 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
  19. 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
  20. 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
  21. Jamiepwatson
    Oct 27, 2019
    0
    Total rubbish, honestly is the worst thing I have heard this year. Go stream selenas music if u want something decent
  22. 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.
  23. RockRiding
    Oct 27, 2019
    2
    Two tracks on album is about to be good.
    “Follow god” & “on god”.
    Others are meanless and experimental hollow.
    Really, really, TOTALLY wasted release!
  24. 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
  25. 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.
  26. 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
  27. Jms161230
    Oct 27, 2019
    0
    This should’ve been released for April Fools rather than Halloween. Once upon a time, Kanye West was a legitimate, respected rapper who said basic truths like, “George W Bush doesn’t care about black people.” His first huge hit was condemning a gold digger who only wants black men with fame and fortune. Fast forward to 2019, and as the only celebrity of color to endorse an openly racistThis should’ve been released for April Fools rather than Halloween. Once upon a time, Kanye West was a legitimate, respected rapper who said basic truths like, “George W Bush doesn’t care about black people.” His first huge hit was condemning a gold digger who only wants black men with fame and fortune. Fast forward to 2019, and as the only celebrity of color to endorse an openly racist POTUS, and following his marriage to an amateur porn star who continually upgraded from one black athlete/celebrity to another until reaching peak levels of fame in Kanye, the state of his life is so absurd now as to be a tragedy. And most significantly, the music is utter garbage. The lyrics about chick-fil-a, in particular, will genuinely make you ask if this is a joke or an actual record. Unfortunately, absolutely no one is laughing, and that includes the utterly joyless Kanye himself.… Expand
  28. 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
  29. fwck_promise
    Oct 27, 2019
    0
    Álbum péssimo, letras fracas, instrumental entediante, Kanye l1x0 humano. Poderia fazer coisa melhor, até meu filho de 10 meses faz barulho melhor com as panelas.
  30. 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.
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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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