Queen
by Nicki Minaj
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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1891 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 73 out of 1891
  3. Negative: 359 out of 1891
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  1. david_snz08
    Aug 11, 2018
    10
    In this album Nicki proves that she never left, that she can carry this heavy crown and no can can't say something different, LONG LIVE THE QUEEN OF RAP
  2. Qu33n
    Aug 11, 2018
    10
    We need to thank Nicki Minaj for delivering one of the best albums of the year and the best Rap / Hip & Hop by a female rapper. A job worthy of grammy recognition!
  3. ganjaburn
    Aug 11, 2018
    10
    o melhor album criado amooooor, melhor rapper, tssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss
  4. Skellingz
    Aug 11, 2018
    10
    "Queen" is an album that lives up to the power of Nicki Minaj. The icon of rap and hip-hop shows once again that it is not for jokes resulting in a job well tied conceptually. A powerful word game in beats that infect every second. Minaj leads the game once again, and his subjects are in the stands watching closely as a true scorer commands a game standing out and resulting in a deserved"Queen" is an album that lives up to the power of Nicki Minaj. The icon of rap and hip-hop shows once again that it is not for jokes resulting in a job well tied conceptually. A powerful word game in beats that infect every second. Minaj leads the game once again, and his subjects are in the stands watching closely as a true scorer commands a game standing out and resulting in a deserved victory. Beginners need to learn to play with the leader and not demean it. Congratulations QUEEN! Congratulations Nicki Minaj!… Expand
  5. Gama2807
    Aug 11, 2018
    10
    Me gusto esta obra magna de Onika, aparte de que incluye palabras en español, es un álbum muy versátil, me encanta Barbie Dreams y Chun Swae. Lleno mis expectativas, muy bien hecho
  6. andrena111
    Aug 12, 2018
    10
    She point out what is going on in the industry, the album is not a dance album or kaoroke it a real rap album 90%
  7. MsToya
    Aug 11, 2018
    10
    Nicki Minaj returned with her 4th studio album which displays why she is still the queen of hip hop. From the beginning to the end the album is a classic, her best body of work. Setting the tone with the 19 track album by opening up with Ganja burn Queen Minaj addresses how she has put in work in this industry writing every rap she spit and how artist like herself, Biggie, Jay Z, Nas,Nicki Minaj returned with her 4th studio album which displays why she is still the queen of hip hop. From the beginning to the end the album is a classic, her best body of work. Setting the tone with the 19 track album by opening up with Ganja burn Queen Minaj addresses how she has put in work in this industry writing every rap she spit and how artist like herself, Biggie, Jay Z, Nas, Kanye are irreplaceable and no rapper can be compared to them. She then bring some fun to the album with tracks like Barbie dreams where she jokes and take shots at all the relevant men rappers in the game today. She slows it down giving a piece of heart with tracks like Thought I knew you, Nip tuck, and Come see about me. And if you ever questioned who the QUEEN of hip hop is just listen to hard white, LLC, and Sir. There is not one track you want to skip. Some tracks you have to listen to multiple times due to the tea sis is spilling. Well done Queen Minaj!!… Expand
  8. ryankg24
    Aug 11, 2018
    10
    the QUEEN of RAP PERIOD, no female is touching her, hell no RAPPER PERIOD is touching my sis ! every song is perfection, no skips at all. CONGRATS NIC !
  9. Gustavooo
    Aug 11, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. BEST ALBUM RAP … Expand
  10. yonceminaj
    Aug 11, 2018
    10
    Epic album!!!!! Album of the year!!!!! The QUEEN of rap is alive as f**k!!!!
  11. Alansan
    Aug 12, 2018
    10
    Nicki proves the critics wrong with her self titled album Queen. She proves once again that writing your own lyrics and not being afraid to take risks should never go out of style when it comes to the female mc’s. With an album full of versatility in her raps and singing, no other female in this day and age can compete with her. Nicki released an album that’s not “whack or lit” but aNicki proves the critics wrong with her self titled album Queen. She proves once again that writing your own lyrics and not being afraid to take risks should never go out of style when it comes to the female mc’s. With an album full of versatility in her raps and singing, no other female in this day and age can compete with her. Nicki released an album that’s not “whack or lit” but a straight up masterpeice. Her best album to date.… Expand
  12. Dougmaraj
    Aug 12, 2018
    10
    Album lendário do Rap, Nicki mostrando mais uma vez que é a verdadeira e unica rainha do rap, album com melodias e flows junto com versos epicos, alem de falar das grande parcerias que ele contém, Nicki arrazou
  13. annabelladisney
    Aug 12, 2018
    10
    The album has something for everyone. It's mainly hip-hop, but it also has pop, r&b, afrobeats, dancehall, etc. It's a mix of old Nicki and new Nicki. If you want mixtape era Nicki: Barbie Dreams, Chun Li, and Rich Sex all provide that. If you want Pink Friday Nicki: Ganja Burn and Majesty do that. If you want Roman Reloaded: Bed and Come See About Me are the ones. If you want Pink PrintThe album has something for everyone. It's mainly hip-hop, but it also has pop, r&b, afrobeats, dancehall, etc. It's a mix of old Nicki and new Nicki. If you want mixtape era Nicki: Barbie Dreams, Chun Li, and Rich Sex all provide that. If you want Pink Friday Nicki: Ganja Burn and Majesty do that. If you want Roman Reloaded: Bed and Come See About Me are the ones. If you want Pink Print Nicki: Run & Hide, LLC, Nip & Tuck, and Chun Swae provide that. If you want New Nicki then Hard White, Thought I Knew You, Good Form, 2 Lit 2 Late, Sir, Miami, and Coco/Inspirations are there. I've been listening to this album literally all day, and it's so far one of the best of 2018. I prefer The Pink Print, but this is a good album. It does it's job and shows that Nicki is the Queen. All the people that stated that she doesn't write her own **** (wrong), that she has only one flow (wrong), that she isn't hip-hop (wrong), etc. I wish I could go into more detail on the songs, but there's not enough space. Basically, I think this is such a great album. I think there's something for everyone. It pays a lot of tribute to classic hip-hop (examples: Biggie, 50 Cent, Lauryn Hill, Mobb Deep, etc.) It has a bunch of new and interesting sounds. The production is amazing and everything on this album. The cover art is beautiful. Any problems with this album are honestly with some of the features. Because, Nicki sounds great. I've seen a lot of people who aren't even fans of Nicki listen to this album and love this album. Nicki worked hard on this, and you can tell, because it sounds great. I like all th songs, but the songs I would totally recommend are Ganja Burns, Majesty, Barbie Dreams, Rich Sex, Hard White, Chun-Li, LLC, Good Form, and Coco Chanel.… Expand
  14. 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
  15. hibye45
    Aug 12, 2018
    10
    This album is Ncki Minaj's best yet. It effortlessly blends hard hitting lyrics with hypnotic beats. There is something for everyone and every mood on this album. She has furthered her status as the queen of rap.
  16. 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
  17. Mateouribe
    Aug 12, 2018
    10
    This album is so good.
    Is the best album of Nicki Minaj; the sounds, the lyrics, the production. Omg. It's a bop!
  18. onikasthriller
    Aug 12, 2018
    10
    Es su mejor album hasta ahora, el ritmo e Good Form es sinceramente hermoso, el flow y todo es una obra de arte. No esperaba menos de alguien como Minaj.
  19. FlpCardim
    Aug 12, 2018
    10
    First of all.. this Album is amazing.. The vocals, the verses, flow.. OMG Thank you Nicki
  20. DanielTorresM
    Aug 12, 2018
    10
    Onika muestra su lado más maduro y profundo con Queen, es una realeza del rap y este disco puede destronar cualquier era iconica de raperas femeninas, sin duda su mejor trabajo hasta la fecha. Se puede ver el crecimiento que hace Minaj en cada pista, va de la autocritica hasta la lucha social con palabras obscenas sin llegar a ser repercusiones negativas, Barbie Dreams y Majesty, losOnika muestra su lado más maduro y profundo con Queen, es una realeza del rap y este disco puede destronar cualquier era iconica de raperas femeninas, sin duda su mejor trabajo hasta la fecha. Se puede ver el crecimiento que hace Minaj en cada pista, va de la autocritica hasta la lucha social con palabras obscenas sin llegar a ser repercusiones negativas, Barbie Dreams y Majesty, los realces del disco.… Expand
  21. Majoris
    Aug 12, 2018
    10
    QUEEN OF THE RAP **** The best album of the career, this album will destroy careers of CERTAIN VOICES WITHOUT TALENT AROUND
  22. JFRR
    Aug 12, 2018
    10
    Is the Nicki Minaj best album. So amazing!!! She has the flow and empire also. Best Album ever. Especial lyrics. Iconic!!!
  23. harrizcn
    Aug 12, 2018
    10
    A cohesive, mature, and well rounded body of work. Nicki Minaj goes above and beyond to introduce new sounds, diverse songs, and unexpected features, all tied together masterfully with her spitfire flow and witty lyrics.
  24. Kolanji
    Aug 12, 2018
    10
    All tracks are on point. Each track contains different levels of lyricism, may it either be upbeat or not. Overall, the album exceeded its standards and is one of the best albums to date.
  25. Kelly101710
    Aug 12, 2018
    10
    This album is LEGENDARY. SHE STILL REMAIN AS A QUEEN OF RAP. Each song made me "feel" certain way and if a song don't make YOU feel then is a flop, but all 19 songs made me feel, it was ICONIC I loved it. Her LEGACY WILL NEVER BE UNDONE. AND CONGRATS TO NICKI AND HER TEAM THIS ALBUM IS EPIC. And I'll keep streaming all 19 songs in all the platform.
  26. ReneeIvani
    Aug 12, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The way she dominated this album is everything! Those that say otherwise do not know true hip hop- they’re wanting crossover music and radio … Expand
  27. Heylisandro
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    an album full of rhythms in each song, Nicki's voice made each special song
  28. Andrey_Russia
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Album "Queen" proves the stature of NickI Minaj. The Queen of Rap. Did not succumb to the mainstream sound, but returned to the origins. the album turned out one-piece, high-quality. Congratulations on another musical Bible. Я тебя люблю, ты лучшая!… Expand
  29. TheHonest
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Nicki Minaj just prove with this Album why she is the Queen of Rap. This Album should win Best Rap Album on the Grammys.
  30. braggy2424
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    I love every single song. So much variety. Flow, charisma, different topics. She is the queen of rap of this generation. My fave is ganha burns, barbie dreams & Sir. Cant wait for tour.
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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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