Queen
by Nicki Minaj
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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1891 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 1,459 out of 1891
  2. Mixed: 73 out of 1891
  3. Negative: 359 out of 1891
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  1. 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.
  2. NikkiB1996
    Aug 13, 2018
    0
    its clear as day nicki minaj and her label are BUYING these critic ratings,EVERYBODY and i mean just about EVERYBODY including her own fans say how awful this album is...even she knows its awful cause she was on twitter yesterday making excuses saying she recorded 1 song too low.girl plz its trash and u can reaily see that by the SELLS.all these yrs we thought she was "winning" it wasits clear as day nicki minaj and her label are BUYING these critic ratings,EVERYBODY and i mean just about EVERYBODY including her own fans say how awful this album is...even she knows its awful cause she was on twitter yesterday making excuses saying she recorded 1 song too low.girl plz its trash and u can reaily see that by the SELLS.all these yrs we thought she was "winning" it was becuz she had NO competition… Expand
  3. Mzdropdead
    Aug 13, 2018
    0
    Horrible album! From beginning to end there is no good song. “Barbie Dreams” is a Lil Kim cover with stolen punchlines.
  4. Wayne721
    Aug 13, 2018
    0
    It was very boring and forgettable. The whole album she just take **** at other female rappers and remind people that she’s the so called best. Like just have fun girl.
  5. 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!
  6. Lyyyle_
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This album is a work of art. Well done to Nicki. She really went hard and did that.
  7. Rwill
    Aug 13, 2018
    0
    This album shows why nicki is superior. This is the best body of work since pink friday i love how this album is just layered, and flows together they dnt make albums like this nomore.
  8. 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
  9. AlexWood
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    After a 4 year hiatus, Nicki Minaj delivers a project that certifies her status as the Queen of Rap. From addressing how the industry has treated her, to demonstrating the exact reason why she should be feared; this is her best project yet. Her sound has improved sonically and her cadence on every beat is unmatched. The production and lyrical delivery throughout the project is cohesive andAfter a 4 year hiatus, Nicki Minaj delivers a project that certifies her status as the Queen of Rap. From addressing how the industry has treated her, to demonstrating the exact reason why she should be feared; this is her best project yet. Her sound has improved sonically and her cadence on every beat is unmatched. The production and lyrical delivery throughout the project is cohesive and impressive. This project has exceeded my expectations.… Expand
  10. Spinelli31
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This album is **** Amazing and anybody who dislikes it is a hater and doesn’t understand Nicki Minaj
  11. lil2late
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Queen of rap snapped with the album damn
  12. Freedev71
    Aug 13, 2018
    0
    The album was simply amazing and her best body of work yet. Between the beats, the lyrics, her flow and metaphors its unmatched. There's a reason why shes at where she is today. All hail the reigning **** Queen go cop that #Queen album
  13. Iliasher
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best album ever !!! she's proving why she's one of the greatest rappers of all time… Expand
  14. TheLastJedi2017
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Such a huge improvement production wise from the past three albums. Geat mix of music.
  15. arianaminaj
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Outdid herself. Nicki proved why she is the QUEEN OF RAP!!!! No other female in the game is this talented. Only negatives are Swae-Lee on Chun Swae and at time on Coco Chanel, Foxy was off beat
  16. Melani_V
    Aug 13, 2018
    0
    Album is whack !! cant believe fans waited four years to get this album... nothing was queen like on this album. no growth in her music ,just skip songs not one banger besides her diss song aka joke … rate this a -1
  17. magicalmikl
    Aug 13, 2018
    8
    A 10! A 0! Another 10! Another 0!

    Scroll through the user reviews and that's what you'll see. Unfortunately this means you won't get objectivity, since many Barbz surely swoop in and rate a 10 - and haters a 0 - without even listening. I'm a Nicki super fan, but even taking that hat off I can say the album is fire. 'Ganja Burns' and 'Hard White' have some of the best verses of    A 10! A 0! Another 10! Another 0!

    Scroll through the user reviews and that's what you'll see. Unfortunately this means you won't get objectivity, since many Barbz surely swoop in and rate a 10 - and haters a 0 - without even listening.

    I'm a Nicki super fan, but even taking that hat off I can say the album is fire. 'Ganja Burns' and 'Hard White' have some of the best verses of her career. 'Coco Chanel' will make your speakers (and ears) burst with glee from the insane beat and hard bars. Then put on 'Sir' with Future for a completely different delivery. And if you like softer Nicki, 'Come See About Me' will be your jam.

    Is the album perfect? Of course not. Chun Swae is too long, and a few others (i.e. 'Run and Hide') haven't grown on me yet.

    After 4 years and sky high expectations, I am thrilled with the results. Easily the tightest wordplay of her career, great production value, and 17 songs to choose from. Excellent.    … Expand
  18. 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!
  19. luanaminaj
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    "Queen" is worthy of a true majesty of Hip-Hop / Rap, note 1.000.000 for this magnificent album
  20. fresheye
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    The best album of 2017-2018. So many tracks and all they so different but still amazing. 10/10
  21. 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.
  22. Abdnic
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This is a perfect. Bu kadar ben türküm ing bu kadar xjzkxkxkxjlskxjxkskcjdjdkjsdjsjd
  23. 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
  24. LuMalvam
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Best 2018 album so far. I loved the "Queen"
  25. 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
  26. CHUNSWAEisLIT
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Yo hola hola ok hola THIS IS THE ALBUM OF THE DECADE. It is. Thats the truth. If this dont win any grammy...Idk why grammys even exist then.
  27. prinsuszino
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    album of the year !! whoever thinks the “others” can take/have taken her spot ... pls respect urself. i’m embarrassed for u. ANYWAYS, we love a self-titled album ! worth the wait.
  28. KikiR
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This is her best work yet. Every album just gets better and better as she perfects her craft.
  29. QueenOfRap
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Queen of rap... It is a work of art ...majestic, for something called "Queen".… Expand
  30. Kevink2912
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Amazing album one of her best to date and one of the best hip hop albums in a while. The album is put together with great percussion, in which it caters to the taste of different persons.
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70

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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