Queen
by Nicki Minaj
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7.7

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  1. gabrielmaraj
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Queen is really back. This album so perfect with yours beats, many flows and bars. Queen Nicki always slay.… Expand
  2. Christxne02
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    I love this album , the beats are so fresh
  3. thedailyclout
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Nicki Minaj delivered the best album of the year and showed the world why she is the Queen of Hip Hop. Her skill level, flow, bars, and talent is unmatched.
  4. HipHopHunny
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Minaj comes back swinging although I'm not a huge fan of this era this album makes up for every mistakes they way she's able to be versatile through out the entire project and give me different content that is mature yet youthful it's refreshing to hear he crazy persona witty bars and metaphors with quality production this is absolutely her best project to date and I'll definitely beMinaj comes back swinging although I'm not a huge fan of this era this album makes up for every mistakes they way she's able to be versatile through out the entire project and give me different content that is mature yet youthful it's refreshing to hear he crazy persona witty bars and metaphors with quality production this is absolutely her best project to date and I'll definitely be listening to it again I thoroughly enjoyed this album although I prefer her to sing a bit less in the future she's proved why she's the Queen imo… Expand
  5. andrey_
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    IT is the best Nicki's album. Atlantic and killed Ccardi Bi buy bad reviews. They suck.
  6. DSWAJ
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    After many "Rap" & "Hip Hop" albums in the past few years, none have taken the time to focus on what those two Genre's are at their core. Nicki has the knowledge and skill to deliver a Classically Hip-Hop album with elements that are heavily featured in today's climate. Not only does she use the elements, she does them better than any current artists within the space. This is truly anAfter many "Rap" & "Hip Hop" albums in the past few years, none have taken the time to focus on what those two Genre's are at their core. Nicki has the knowledge and skill to deliver a Classically Hip-Hop album with elements that are heavily featured in today's climate. Not only does she use the elements, she does them better than any current artists within the space. This is truly an expression of what Hip-Hop is and a reminder of what is lacking in Hip-Hop's Mainstream artists & music.… Expand
  7. MayaM
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    From start to finish, this embodies the best of Nicki Minaj. The intro is beautiful, the ending of Barbie Dreams is excellent. This entire album is a work of art. Her best work to date.
  8. mishasham
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This album is amazing. There are tracks for heartbreak, tracks to shake your butt to, tracks to listen to when high. This album has it all! Nicki's best body of work.
  9. Zhenya
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Great album with great music. Feels fresh, classic & hard rap that makes you listen to this album again and again.
  10. HajjMalik
    Aug 13, 2018
    9
    Though I'm unsure where it stands in her catalog, Queen surpassed expectations. As a result of her sometimes confusing rollout and the stark difference between official singles "Chun-Li" & "Bed", I was unsure of which direction Nicki would take for her 4th swing at the bat. Sticking to true to Dancehall & Rap influences, Queen stands as her least Pop-Influenced album. Not as confessionalThough I'm unsure where it stands in her catalog, Queen surpassed expectations. As a result of her sometimes confusing rollout and the stark difference between official singles "Chun-Li" & "Bed", I was unsure of which direction Nicki would take for her 4th swing at the bat. Sticking to true to Dancehall & Rap influences, Queen stands as her least Pop-Influenced album. Not as confessional as 2014s The Pinkprint, Queen sees her sharing aspects of her personal life while also keeping the braggadocios swagger about her that fans have come to love. The Mike-Will-Madeit produced "Good Form" will definitely pick up where "Anaconda" left off, while tracks like "Run & Hide" are reminiscent of "I Lied". Though tracks like "Chun Swae" run a little too long, Queen features the best aspects of Nicki from throughout the years. Album standouts are "Ganja Burns", "Barbie Dreams", "Run & Hide", "Nip Tuck", "Come See About Me" & "Coco Channel".… Expand
  11. wesley_hs
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Album. Of. The. **** Year. Music lovers are shook! She delivered!!!!!! PERIOD
  12. Diantesinferno
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This album is solid. I love how she proves her self as queen through her dynamic flows, witty verses, metaphors, personality, wordplay, and versatility. Although, personally I would have liked to see her capitalize on her album Title with the selected songs (excluding majesty). She out rapped every previous album, at the end of barbie dreams the emergence of roman definitely got me way tooThis album is solid. I love how she proves her self as queen through her dynamic flows, witty verses, metaphors, personality, wordplay, and versatility. Although, personally I would have liked to see her capitalize on her album Title with the selected songs (excluding majesty). She out rapped every previous album, at the end of barbie dreams the emergence of roman definitely got me way too excited. It showed that she was having fun with this album and that she's happy. Personal Faves - Barbie Dreams, LLC, Ganja Burns, Good Form, Chun Swae, and Nip Tuck.… Expand
  13. sonam398
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This is one of Nicki's best album to date. She realizes that the music industry wants her gone, and proven that she can not be replaced by some medicore rapper that cannot write her lyrics. My favorities tracks were Good form, Hard White, Majesty, Babrie dreams, Chun Swae, Maimii, LLC, and Chun Li.
  14. Cidenna
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Nicki Album was Amazing! She came down do what she had to do. her lyrics is unmatched and better than any female artist ever out! They way she speeds up her flow is amazing! This album gives your everything! Hype songs, songs that make you want to cry and lyrical ! THIS KS WHAT HOU CALL AN ALBUM ! if you hate on this album you have a bad taste in music.
  15. QueenLay
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    After nearly four years Nicki Minaj has finally shared with the world what is clearly her best body of work! This highly anticipated album completely reassures the world that her own game is unmatched. This album has no skips on it, it is so refreshing to here because almost every other album that’s been released thus far undoubtedly sounds the same. Nearly all “HIP HOP” fans of thisAfter nearly four years Nicki Minaj has finally shared with the world what is clearly her best body of work! This highly anticipated album completely reassures the world that her own game is unmatched. This album has no skips on it, it is so refreshing to here because almost every other album that’s been released thus far undoubtedly sounds the same. Nearly all “HIP HOP” fans of this generation are on the trap music/lit bop wave. I’m s sad majority of people don’t listen to music for the artistry or the lyricism anymore just the sound of the beat and how popular it is on the chart. Thankfully Minaj doesn’t let anyone of that influence her and her music as a true artist! She has shown so much growth and has proved herself to be the BEST in the game time and time again. She has continuously defied the odds and will continue to do so. Thank you for this album Nicki is what very much needed by many to remind them what real music is outside of what’s popular/trending.… Expand
  16. Ezekiel123
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This album is such a phenomenal piece of work nicki delivered.from the flows To the amazing beats to the bars such a good album
  17. Ederius
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The new album ''Queen'' by Nicki Minaj is seriously phenomenal, it really grow on you every time you hear it!
    She has bangers left and right like LLC, Good Form, Chun-Li, BARBIE DREAMS,Majesty and many others, Give it a chance and you won't regret it    … Expand
  18. Lyyyle_
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This album is a work of art. Well done to Nicki. She really went hard and did that.
  19. Jackie1777
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    QUEEN proves even more that Nicki will always reign i listen to this album every day this is the Best Rap Album of the Year hands down I hope she wins a Grammy it's we she's too talented and have done so much for female rap .. 2018 is her year her best album yet 100/100 PERIOD
  20. Abdnic
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This is a perfect. Bu kadar ben türküm ing bu kadar xjzkxkxkxjlskxjxkskcjdjdkjsdjsjd
  21. Andy1218
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Preview:
    Queen, lyrcially is Nicki Minaj's best album to date. She's proves to her predecessors that she is a force to be reckon with in the hip hop game. Congradulations Queen!
  22. luanaminaj
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    "Queen" is worthy of a true majesty of Hip-Hop / Rap, note 1.000.000 for this magnificent album
  23. TheLastJedi2017
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Such a huge improvement production wise from the past three albums. Geat mix of music.
  24. lil2late
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Queen of rap snapped with the album damn
  25. Spinelli31
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This album is **** Amazing and anybody who dislikes it is a hater and doesn’t understand Nicki Minaj
  26. Wonderwoman510
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This is her best album. Her flows are umatched she uses word play and metaphors effortless. She is indeed Queen. She is top 5 rappers not female rapper but rappers period.
  27. prb0iii
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This album clearly showcases Nicki’s artistry and versatility. People who were expecting an album of generic turn up hype songs werent being realistic. Nicki was both spitting bars and showcasing her vocals. Nicki reinvents her sound on every album and the quality of her projects always gets better everytime!
  28. Christianwanya
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Queen OfQueen Of Rap!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!… Expand
  29. MrsMajesty
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This album is jaw dropping. It’s a new and refreshing sound mixed with old hip hop sounds that come together so well. The witty word play and beautiful melodies she was able to present to us was the icing on the cake. Everyone know Nicki Minaj is capable to make a hit song that can sky rocket on the billboards but this album proves much more than that. It shows her ability as a song writerThis album is jaw dropping. It’s a new and refreshing sound mixed with old hip hop sounds that come together so well. The witty word play and beautiful melodies she was able to present to us was the icing on the cake. Everyone know Nicki Minaj is capable to make a hit song that can sky rocket on the billboards but this album proves much more than that. It shows her ability as a song writer and rapper. This is easily one the best albums of the year and the best album from a female rapper in the past decade. Nicki Minaj proved why she is the Queen of rap. I suggest listening more than once to catch the word play bevcause it’s something you can’t find anywhere else. Although there were a few song made that I felt were too lengthy and just filler songs it still didn’t take away from how great this album was.… Expand
  30. Netoselli
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Best album of the 2018, Queen Minaj,thank you nicki for the album and good work,the barbz are with you everytime!!!
  31. carlmark
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The real queen of hip-hop. Her best album so far. The throne is hers. Love this album.… Expand
  32. beautifulgowns
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Minaj shows why she's Queen, delivering a cohesive body of work that's unlike any other sounds currently out on radio. The album is display of her lyrical skill from delivering heavy punchline, versatile flows and word play. Queen is best summed up as the best parts of her last (3) projects but elevated from raps to ballads.
  33. Jonswork20
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    A fantastic album, very new york. When it comes to skill she has it. If you aren’t a nicki fan and or don’t get her artistry, don’t listen but if you are, you better purchase and download it because it’s fantastic and nowadays people really don’t use their SKILL and Nicki completely did just that. Don’t let what people and payed Atlantic members say stear you away from this album, it’s aA fantastic album, very new york. When it comes to skill she has it. If you aren’t a nicki fan and or don’t get her artistry, don’t listen but if you are, you better purchase and download it because it’s fantastic and nowadays people really don’t use their SKILL and Nicki completely did just that. Don’t let what people and payed Atlantic members say stear you away from this album, it’s a masterpiece.… Expand
  34. MilleknowsMusic
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    The album was great! It solidifies why Nicki is a staple in the hip hop community. Plus she gives versatility with the album. It was truly an experience.
  35. CocoChanel
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    One of the best albums this year, and also her best work up to date.. She really went off, snapped with punchlines, flow and delivery, overall a great work of art and it's definitely worth it's price. Queen never stepped off her throne, 10/10
  36. SapphireD
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This album is a confirmation of her greatness, talent, skills, grace... No other female rapper managed to stay up for as long as she’s been, nor do the things she’s done. New girls have come and have gone and all of them have been compared to her because she is the one everybody is trying to win. People have been trying to run her out and discredit her for the longest but she’s provenThis album is a confirmation of her greatness, talent, skills, grace... No other female rapper managed to stay up for as long as she’s been, nor do the things she’s done. New girls have come and have gone and all of them have been compared to her because she is the one everybody is trying to win. People have been trying to run her out and discredit her for the longest but she’s proven she’s a powerhouse. In a time when every rap is sounding the same with a lot of bird noises and 2nd grade raps, it’s refreshing to hear such a solid, beautiful, brilliant body of work. BIG CONGRATULATIONS TO HER!!!!!… Expand
  37. NickiMVerses
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    The Album Is Amazing It Deserves a 100 . It’s Real Hip Hop And You Can’t lie . Minaj Really Showed out for City New York . If Don’t Like this Album You are Hater .
  38. Joey__
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Fire. Nobody can lyrically compete with Queen if you say otherwise you’re a bitter hater with terrible in music. Period
  39. Sucessful
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Es un álbum en el cual la reina del rap demuestra todas sus habilidades como compositora mezclando sonidos que aveces el álbum pierde la cohesión de un track con otro, pero algo que si nos queda claro es que la reina del rap viene con toda.
  40. Ken-Li
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    The Album is FIRE........well done Minaj ! Minaj is very Versatile, most rappers are not ! She has one of the fastest in hip-hop EVER ....she truly is the Queen of RAP!
  41. ShandroH
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    The album was a great body of work. Nicki once again proves her versatility. Trying to just listen to the album one time & saying its not cohesive is wrong. You have to repeatedly listen to grasp what shes saying, because each time there is something new. Its sad how people are here trying to give negative remarks just because they hate this woman for no valid reason. No matter how muchThe album was a great body of work. Nicki once again proves her versatility. Trying to just listen to the album one time & saying its not cohesive is wrong. You have to repeatedly listen to grasp what shes saying, because each time there is something new. Its sad how people are here trying to give negative remarks just because they hate this woman for no valid reason. No matter how much you dislike someone, you can never take away from their craft. It seems the internet has given people a sense of entitlement like they know these Celebs in real life and they can talk how they want. You cant believe everything you see on the internet, because at the end of the day, we are all looking inside from the outside, no matter the source! I pray that people really get help & realize that its not worth it to hate so hard without even knowing the facts. Jesus fix it!… Expand
  42. Brunhilda
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    I used to hate Nicki's music, but after that album my opinion changed. This is a pure masterpiece!
  43. Torren21
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This album is sonically and lyrically superior to her previous efforts as well as other projects out. it keeps your attention and touches a lot of bases for a person to relate to. The quality of the production is amazing and Nicki matches or exceeds the energy on each track of Queen
  44. clementpl
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    AMAZING ALBUM !
    Best Nicki Album of course ! I love all songs but Ganja Burn and Barbie Dreams ....
  45. Kemran
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    New album of Nicki Minaj is amazing . She is really Queen of Rap industry.
  46. iLikeReviewing
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    During a time in hip-hop where everyone's following the trend, Nicki is refreshingly breaking away from that. With hard-hitting lyrical tracks, songs to vibe to and a little sprinkling of pop she's created a body of work to be proud of. She's successfully reaffirming her position with hunger, not thirst. Maintaining her integrity as a true artist/lyricist whilst also keeping theDuring a time in hip-hop where everyone's following the trend, Nicki is refreshingly breaking away from that. With hard-hitting lyrical tracks, songs to vibe to and a little sprinkling of pop she's created a body of work to be proud of. She's successfully reaffirming her position with hunger, not thirst. Maintaining her integrity as a true artist/lyricist whilst also keeping the playfulness and animation we love her for. Many tracks stand out, the singles fall in place very well and I would say it is cohesive. People saying otherwise simply do not like Nicki, or her singing and are clutching at straws for critique in my opinion. At this point in the industry, i wouldn't consider cohesion particularly important in any event. Majesty, Barbie Dreams, Good Form, LLC and Coco Chanel are particularly noteworthy. I'm impressed, well done Nicki.… Expand
  47. Amarierodriguez
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This album is the best she has ever put out i'm so happy you can see her growth no one can take the Queens spot no matter how hard they try she always proves why she is the Queen and this album proves it love it!
  48. KarmaNEVER4gets
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    The album was perfect, each new listen is like d first.kingdom stop even talking about IOP("fun as it was")its not in the same league as queen. And to people here who have listened to the album and KNOW its awesome and yet rate it nil, i hope yall make it in life doing what u are most passionate about and when you have given that passion your all someone somewhere with know idea of urThe album was perfect, each new listen is like d first.kingdom stop even talking about IOP("fun as it was")its not in the same league as queen. And to people here who have listened to the album and KNOW its awesome and yet rate it nil, i hope yall make it in life doing what u are most passionate about and when you have given that passion your all someone somewhere with know idea of ur sacrifice pulls u down and belittles ur life work just cause its convenient and easy from behind the comfort of their gadgets.… Expand
  49. ganjaburnss
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    for all you caucasian mfs imma need you to get off nicki dick, yall don’t know **** about hip hop or rap so yall might wanna sit this one out. The audacity to question Onika’s pen and discredit for a airheaded **** who can’t write or spell her raps who started doing rap once she got to love and hip hop and doesn’t give a **** about the craft or art that comes with this hip hop **** is mindfor all you caucasian mfs imma need you to get off nicki dick, yall don’t know **** about hip hop or rap so yall might wanna sit this one out. The audacity to question Onika’s pen and discredit for a airheaded **** who can’t write or spell her raps who started doing rap once she got to love and hip hop and doesn’t give a **** about the craft or art that comes with this hip hop **** is mind blowing... yall bandwagon everything ask yourself will Cardi B be here 10 years from now like Nicki Minaj has? Will she have longevity? The answer is NO because y’all hype up any rap **** just to see Nicki fall the love yall have for Cardi B ain’t genuine it’s to get back at Nicki Minaj but QUEEN proved why Ms Minaj ain’t go no where. Yall are a bunch of sheep that follow the Nicki hate trend because yall think it’s “cool” or wanna be down. QUEEN is the best album of the year from Majesty to Run & Hide to Coco Chanel with the iconic Foxy Brown. The wait was worth it Onika delivered and every single track is golden. None of the rap girls are seeing Nicki Minaj and that’s just that, The same ones giving QUEEN low ratings the same **** that be caping for IOP when it’s just a mix of unoriginal quick bops and no real authentic hip hop content. In the end Onika won QUEEN IS 10/10 and none of you white **** or antis can change that … Expand
  50. ck70
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    The Queen of rap has shown us why she is each song has a different flow which makes this album her best yet
  51. AriGrande
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Um dos melhores albuns da Nicki. Ela mostrou que é rainha,assim como o nome do seu album. Parabéns
  52. FatBoy20
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Queen is Nicki Minaj best album to date topping her debut Album Pink Friday. Even though it be 3 1/2 years since her last album The PinkPrint. Queen just prove that Nicki still got what it take to be mention in the Top 5 of rappers. This album show her skills not only in rapping on a beat and spitting metaphors that make you stop the stop track and think about what she said, but it alsoQueen is Nicki Minaj best album to date topping her debut Album Pink Friday. Even though it be 3 1/2 years since her last album The PinkPrint. Queen just prove that Nicki still got what it take to be mention in the Top 5 of rappers. This album show her skills not only in rapping on a beat and spitting metaphors that make you stop the stop track and think about what she said, but it also show her skills of being a product of music. Overall the album is perfect, but Nicki please don't make us wait another four years for a album.… Expand
  53. Rusyatexper
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This album is hot album. Nicki shows us the great skills. Yeah. I think this is the best album in this year.
  54. zackikp
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Queen is one of the best releases tbis year literally. every song on the album is amazing and meaningful and some songs can do great on the charts. Nicki is the queen of rap but we been knew… Expand
  55. tyreekm
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Nicki Minaj’s album “Queen” is beyond expection. People who just skim through the music will not catch necessary components to enjoy the album. The metaphors, punchlines and lyrics and unbelievably unmatched. She’s shouted out over 40 people throughout this masterpiece. Everyone who is reading the reviews; Watch the lyrics along with the song!!! You’ll catch everything!
  56. ElvisChu
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Nicki Minaj has proven that she's the queen and the throne belongs to her, with the outstanding skills and attraction from the Queen album.
  57. Santee03
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Definitely one of the best albums this year. You are a fool if you don’t think so. Nicki Minaj always steps her pen! She is unmatched lyrically! No one in the Music industry Can top her fire flow! I’m an shocked at whom ever voted a low score you obviously know nothing about rap music! This is a classic album. Maybe you guys should give it a second listen. Not everything has to be aboutDefinitely one of the best albums this year. You are a fool if you don’t think so. Nicki Minaj always steps her pen! She is unmatched lyrically! No one in the Music industry Can top her fire flow! I’m an shocked at whom ever voted a low score you obviously know nothing about rap music! This is a classic album. Maybe you guys should give it a second listen. Not everything has to be about trap music and popping your privates on stripper poles. Just saying! Congratulations Nicki this is a great album!… Expand
  58. godisawoman
    Aug 17, 2018
    10
    She proves she is the Queen with this album. With powerful rap songs such as ”Barbie Dreams” and ”Good Form” she shows the other struggling female rappers how it should be done. Easily one of the best rap albums of the year.
  59. stannickim
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece. Iconic. Legendary. Unforgettable. QUEEN THINGS. she really did that.
  60. Mamnath22
    May 6, 2020
    10
    This album easily makes Nicki the queen of rap more than before, love that for her!
  61. scorpio1114
    May 29, 2020
    8
    Underrated and not as bad as it’s painted out to be. definitely excited for the next album more
  62. Minaj2020
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Un álbum genial. Demuestra el poderlo que tiene sobre la industria y sobre la inspiración que causa. Genial.… Expand
  63. nikris
    Aug 29, 2020
    8
    Great album, fell in love with it. Nicky opened up in him. The Queen of rap is the Queen of rap
  64. TankFlop
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    BEST ALBUM I LISTENED TO IN YEARS!!! Once I played Queen, the birds started chirping again, and I felt a sense of relief. Nicki Minaj is the queen of rap!
  65. Super-Evil-DOOM
    Mar 5, 2022
    8
    She's finally realized and understood what it takes to make a great rap album: embracing rap as a genre.

    Nicki's prior albums were a seesaw game of playing with the idea of rapping but keeping her feet in R&B, Pop, Electronic, and other water she wasn't fit to swim in. Water she felt unnatural in. Queen is unapologetically embracing the roots of rap with hard-hitting beats and boom bap    She's finally realized and understood what it takes to make a great rap album: embracing rap as a genre.

    Nicki's prior albums were a seesaw game of playing with the idea of rapping but keeping her feet in R&B, Pop, Electronic, and other water she wasn't fit to swim in. Water she felt unnatural in. Queen is unapologetically embracing the roots of rap with hard-hitting beats and boom bap drums, complete with just the right amount of soft singing that Nicki is actually good at (rather than going hard for some pseudo-singer track full of autotune and shaky pitch) and some varied flavor like reggae, which Nicki is very familiar with.

    People will tell you this album is overrated. They'll write it off because it's easy to. Because for a long time Nicki Minaj was a mainstream rapper who was getting by on everything BUT rapping. But, and this is the first time I've ever felt this way, Nicki Minaj has made a great album. One worth listening to. One worth being open-minded with and giving a try. Because right now, this is one of the best rap albums of 2018, and it's probably going to stay that way when the year is over.    … Expand
  66. jhylyo
    Aug 14, 2018
    10
    I see haters wasting time coming here give a low note to the queen, shame shame in the face bunch of unemployed, nicki reina, nicki and the queen of rap. the album is wonderful and excepcinal, I love mama nicki, majesty musica do ano, chun swae musica do milenio .....
  67. DevilPray
    Dec 2, 2018
    8
    Probably my favorite album by her. The first half of the album > her rest discography.
  68. damydls
    Aug 10, 2018
    10
    The wait worth.
    This is an excellent album, great and smart lyrics, great beats. And very well chosen collaborators.
    It has different flavors but always keeps the greatness and the well done work. Not looking just for catchy songs, it is looking for excellence. And it´s all made by a woman that in a "Men world". This is a potential Grammy award winner.
  69. thuglyfe
    Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Nicki leads the pack so her back's to them, and track 'Barbie Dreams' is confirmation of this. No matter how many people on social media or in the music industry attempt to tear the Queen down, she'll always (in an off guard manner) remind you who she is, and she reclaims her throne and crown. Many people feel the need to compare 'Queen' to Cardi B's 'Invasion of Privacy', yet there's noNicki leads the pack so her back's to them, and track 'Barbie Dreams' is confirmation of this. No matter how many people on social media or in the music industry attempt to tear the Queen down, she'll always (in an off guard manner) remind you who she is, and she reclaims her throne and crown. Many people feel the need to compare 'Queen' to Cardi B's 'Invasion of Privacy', yet there's no need to do so, two different albums by two different types of female rappers. NICKI MINAJ has not lost her touch and she will be here until she says she doesn't want to be anymore. Queen is an incredible comeback. Put Nicki's crown on again and she will knock it off.… Expand
  70. LilScience
    Jan 1, 2022
    8
    Álbum simplesmente incrível, Nicki Minaj veio pra ficar, levando o título 'Queen' o álbum traz uma vibe pop, r&b, rap que deu super certo, algumas faixas provam mais uma vez que a coroa é de uma só e todos sabem quem é, com músicas com Ariana Grande, Lil' Wayne, Swae Lee entre muitos outros ela soube dosar bem e distribuir no álbum os estilos muito bem, que até a faixa Inspirations OutroÁlbum simplesmente incrível, Nicki Minaj veio pra ficar, levando o título 'Queen' o álbum traz uma vibe pop, r&b, rap que deu super certo, algumas faixas provam mais uma vez que a coroa é de uma só e todos sabem quem é, com músicas com Ariana Grande, Lil' Wayne, Swae Lee entre muitos outros ela soube dosar bem e distribuir no álbum os estilos muito bem, que até a faixa Inspirations Outro deu muito certo, e recebe um flow impecável.
    Minhas faixas favoritas são 'Chun Li', 'Majesty', 'Barbie Dreams', 'Bed' e acreditem ou não 'Inspirations Outro'.    … Expand
  71. anacondamp3
    Aug 10, 2018
    10
    "Queen" is Nicki's most cohesive body of work to date and possibly even her best. The production on this album definitely shines, but not as much as her lyrical wordplay and flow. This album as a whole embodies Nicki as an artist, giving you the best from all of her previous bodies of work all wrapped into one streamlined package. It has the emotional depth of 2014's "The Pinkprint", the"Queen" is Nicki's most cohesive body of work to date and possibly even her best. The production on this album definitely shines, but not as much as her lyrical wordplay and flow. This album as a whole embodies Nicki as an artist, giving you the best from all of her previous bodies of work all wrapped into one streamlined package. It has the emotional depth of 2014's "The Pinkprint", the sporadic eccentric energy from "Roman Reloaded" and the hunger for greatness from her debut studio album "Pink Friday". Minaj showcases her ability and talent at its best here, making sure everyone knows she's not going anywhere anytime soon. With "Queen" Nicki has officially cemented her place in hip-hop history as the rap game's leading lady. The album itself transcends beyond genre, it's hip-hop, but accessible hip-hop. A more experimental hip-hop than what is playing on the radio nowadays or that coming from her peers. Overall, Nicki delivered a very strong album, perhaps her strongest and one that will be one of her most memorable for years to come. When you think about Nicki Minaj a few decades from now, this album will be a standout in her discography.… Expand
  72. Julia1d
    Aug 27, 2018
    7
    É um bom álbum! Nicki veio a jogo para dizer quem é a rainha do rap mostrando toda a sua potência.
  73. Lopesito27
    Sep 16, 2018
    7
    It's not a secret Nicki is a woman of strong personality, which is reflected in the album and that's great! There are tracks that have great production which outshines the fluent energy on Minaj's rapping delivery but some other tracks where these things are not exactly strong uncover the lack of deepness in the whole album.
  74. Yhoshua
    Aug 11, 2018
    9
    Nel complesso mi è piaciuto molto, soprattutto "Come See About Me", dove Nicki utilizza la sua voce in un modo fantastico. Alcune tracce un pò troppo lunghe, ma ci sta. Il suo miglior album però per me resta The Pinkprint
  75. erickazahelport
    Aug 10, 2018
    10
    ame este álbum, me encanto cada parte de el, sin duda es de los mejores que ha hecho en su carrera, sin duda, si yo fuera critico experto, le daría una puntuación sobre noventa .
  76. RK13
    May 4, 2023
    9
    Now... when this album first came out, I was sceptical and did not enjoy it, hence giving is a 2 rating. However, five year later and this album has aged like fine wine. Nicki's verses are so clever yet sharp. There is a reason why she has had so much longevity in her career. Nicki we love you lyricism and unapologetic confidence that you give in your songs!
  77. MynameDave
    Aug 10, 2018
    10
    Nicki is my favourite **** her new album is amazing and delicious. Congrats Onika, you're the boss and the queen of rap!
  78. oxmarxrey
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    AMazing album her flow her cadence and punch lines are unbeatable regardless of what you think of her you can’t deny the fact that she is the best at her craft period.
  79. rvanc
    Aug 10, 2018
    10
    Nicki came back to show the real rap;

    The rhyming game, and the intelligence in word choice show that Nicki Minaj really should be where she is now. On the throne
  80. itsvague
    Aug 11, 2018
    8
    Her greatest work to date indeed. Gives you some freeze-burn dissing vibes and legendary slut drops. Cardi's wig not found.
  81. Zchbrn
    Aug 11, 2018
    10
    Definitely beats all expectations set by the rollout. Stream Queen, for sure.
  82. Sebastian2018
    Aug 15, 2018
    10
    Queen is an album where you realize who is who. When you are at the top many will criticize you, good way to shut them up
  83. TiiNTaN
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    Sinceramente lo recomiendo, Nicki Minaj es una Rapera muy versátil, la mejor diría yo.
    Tiene canciones con excelentes ritmos como Barbie Dreams, Good Form, Chun-Li... También muy buenas colaboraciones con Eminem, Labrinth, Foxy Brown. Un detalle, creo que Bed con Ariana Grande no iba en el concepto del álbum, debió haberlo descartado. Muy recomendado
  84. TheCriticalCrit
    Oct 21, 2018
    10
    Nicki did her thing on this album. I'm so proud of her. She's spitting hard.
  85. iamkakaindecent
    Aug 10, 2018
    10
    It's definitely Nicki's best job. Highlight for 'Magesty', 'Come See About Me', 'Thought I Knew You' which are my favorite album.
  86. JuanManuel_1989
    Dec 8, 2020
    10
    An excellent, aggressive and iconic album, I couldn't expect more from the only queen of rap, we love you Nicki
  87. jpauloas
    Aug 15, 2018
    10
    Nicki is on the top of her game, she's got catch phares and flow going all over the Queen. Just amazing to see her step it up.
  88. gabrielcipriano
    Dec 21, 2018
    10
    The album that brings "back" the queen of rap, really this one to surprise the vibe that has, the compositions are incredible. There are few production failures that we see on this album, it's incredible to be heard in any corner!
  89. ZacTheMaleFairy
    Aug 17, 2018
    10
    Esse é sem dúvidas o melhor álbum da nossa rainha Nicki. Aos meus olhos, a tracklist teria ficado melhor se Chun Swae tivesse ficado por último, pois é muito longa pra um álbum de 20 faixas. E Coco Chanel foi a melhor colaboração do álbum, com uma batida maravilhosa, e umas rimas do caralho! Queen chegou bem perto da perfeição, só não vê quem não quer.
  90. YannisMaraj
    Jan 17, 2020
    10
    Nicki Minaj just showed that she is the Queen of Rap. Her pen is AMAZING.!!
  91. Alkimim
    Aug 10, 2018
    10
    A true album. Nicki just shut up all these haters that say she’s over! Congrats QUEEN
  92. Natanaellucas
    Aug 10, 2018
    10
    Title couldn't have been MORE fitting. You can hear the HOV, Foxy and even Kanye influence. Her lyricism in this project has blown me away. The production, delivery, flow, cadence, I am speechless. Exceeded every expectation I had. Somehow she outdid herself once again. Hip-Hop doesn't give us pieces of work like this anymore. Congratulations Ms. Maraj. 10/10
  93. Italo1408
    Aug 18, 2018
    10
    nicki minaj is a real queen of rap everybody know that nicki is most successful female rapper in the world
  94. Rajes
    Aug 10, 2018
    10
    Álbum do milênio. Nicki realmente veio pra mostrar que é a Rainha do Rap. Felizmente Álbum impecável. Parabéns menina mulher.
  95. igorsf
    Aug 10, 2018
    10
    this’s epic! i love the queen of rap. keep doing great jobs like this we love this epic, iconic and beautiful album
  96. addisonlohan
    Apr 21, 2021
    10
    the album is full of complex songs and with a high level of rap knowledge and skill. Nicki Minaj is the best female rapper of all time, that's a fact!
  97. BadBishZolanski
    Aug 10, 2018
    10
    In the words of Beyoncé "Bow Down bitxhes"
  98. andreluiiz00
    Aug 21, 2018
    10
    Impeccable music, great beats, iconic verses and memorable partnerships. This album is undoubtedly the best of Rap
  99. StonerHouseCat
    Aug 10, 2018
    10
    Queen brought me out of a funk with my depression. I felt how she felt. I may be married, but I'm going to be his hoe tonight.
  100. Ruanbarbz
    Aug 10, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Obrigado nicki por ter lançado essa hinário do rap, ficou perfeito rainha dessa vez vc se superou… Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 22 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 22
  3. Negative: 0 out of 22
  1. No Ripcord
    Sep 10, 2018
    60
    On Queen, Nicki spends a lot of time ordering beheadings--which are fun, but get old quick--rather than showing us why she is and should be queen. Here's to hoping the next album gives us a more earnest, more raw glimpse of the head that wears the crown.
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  2. AllMusic
    Aug 20, 2018
    60
    When Minaj leans into her untouchable strengths as a rapper, things get really exciting and an album of tracks as strong as "LLC" or "Barbie Dreams" would be one for the books. As it stands, however, Queen is another chapter of Minaj's good but largely meandering and inconsistent full-length album output.
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  3. PopMatters
    Aug 20, 2018
    50
    Queen's title implies it's meant to function as a coronation for one of the biggest rappers ever, but it's more the sound of Minaj fighting to keep that crown on her head.
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