Queen
by Nicki Minaj
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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1891 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 359 out of 1891
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  1. 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!
  2. luanaminaj
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    "Queen" is worthy of a true majesty of Hip-Hop / Rap, note 1.000.000 for this magnificent album
  3. TheLastJedi2017
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Such a huge improvement production wise from the past three albums. Geat mix of music.
  4. lil2late
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Queen of rap snapped with the album damn
  5. Spinelli31
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This album is **** Amazing and anybody who dislikes it is a hater and doesn’t understand Nicki Minaj
  6. 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.
  7. 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!
  8. Christianwanya
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Queen OfQueen Of Rap!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!… Expand
  9. 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
  10. 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!!!
  11. 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
  12. 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.
  13. 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
  14. bessi23
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. THE BEST ALBUM OF 2018 !! Nicki again showed us that she is the Queen Of RAP!… Expand
  15. MrCreative_242
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This is her best album yet and probably album of the year. Grammys please give this young lady her just due! She deserves a Grammy for this album and Barbie Dreams
  16. rere1996
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    The album is a showcase of versatility, wit, wordplay. You can't help but think "Man, she's the greatest femcee" after listening to Barbie Dreams, LLC, Coco Chanel and Good Form. All but one feature are well placed, they complement her with making you forget that this is a Nicki Minaj album. Future could've been left off it, he brought nothing to the table.

    Overall, the album reinforces    The album is a showcase of versatility, wit, wordplay. You can't help but think "Man, she's the greatest femcee" after listening to Barbie Dreams, LLC, Coco Chanel and Good Form. All but one feature are well placed, they complement her with making you forget that this is a Nicki Minaj album. Future could've been left off it, he brought nothing to the table.

    Overall, the album reinforces what we already know... Nicki Minaj is the greatest female rapper of our time. In a world were the only other female rapper that is flourishing doesn't write her own music, Nicki reminds us that you can be a talented female artist in hip hop, go toe-to-toe with all the male rappers and be respected as a RAPPER. Not just as an artist, but as a RAPPER because that is what she is.    … Expand
  17. LIVMINAJ
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Amazing. Iconic. Legendary. Classic. Outstanding. Masterpiece. Gem. THE BEST
  18. 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.
  19. aphrodite99
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    She said that this album is gonna be her best so far, she didn't lie, her bars were fire, and her flow was as always inspired from the iconic rapper B.I.G, I'm glad that she has Eminem, Wayne and Foxy on this album, and this body of work will definitely put her among the best rappers of all time.
  20. Bardi
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    I was a Barb in the 2009-2012 era and then I just gave up on her because she would not release an album. I thought she was washed out and could no longer rap like she used to so I joined the Bardi Gang. Then Queen dropped and I realized that she stills has it. She proved to me that she was the Queen of Rap.Her best album yet. I am so sorry for doubting you, Nicki. I am now no longing partI was a Barb in the 2009-2012 era and then I just gave up on her because she would not release an album. I thought she was washed out and could no longer rap like she used to so I joined the Bardi Gang. Then Queen dropped and I realized that she stills has it. She proved to me that she was the Queen of Rap.Her best album yet. I am so sorry for doubting you, Nicki. I am now no longing part of the Bardi Gang and I hope that the Barbz and Kens will let me back into the kingdom.… Expand
  21. Jakedayz7
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This album showed much needed music especially In the female rap era . Her self titled album ‘Queen’ had many different type of feeling and is her best album of work EVER.
  22. Tameradan1994
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Best album she has ever put out. Bars, creativity, versatile and it doesn't sound like everything else.
  23. JesusSoto
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. ASESINATO, se puede decir que desde el primer segundo hasta el ultimo este material es un asesinato. No hablo de otras raperas a menos que nombres a Coco Chanel, hablo de que NICKI MINAJ asesino la expectativa. Ni sus mas profundos y ardidos haters pueden dar un mal comentario que haga lucir mal este album, solo demuestra su odio. este seria un perfecto 90, pero como estoy del lado que no me permite educar masas, estare del lado que pide que no asesinen el nuevo arte comparandolo con antecesores que seguramente en su momento tambien sufrieron ante este oleaje de malas vibras.… Expand
  24. idxntdatehunny
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    her best work to date. solidified her spot as the one and only queen of rap. congratulations nicki.
  25. vgalves
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Definitely, Nicki remains the Queen of Rap and she’s going anywhere too soon.
  26. tbarbosa2000
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    An amazing piece of art. Good lyrics and flow in EVERY song. This album deserves all the hype. Nicki is Iconic and thats for sure. + At least she is not paying money to get good reviews :3
  27. Nadareda
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This album is a holy 10, her best album. that's right here the album of the year but haters gonna hate regardless. She created a masterpiece and raised the bar far. That's why she's the queen of rap nobody can touch nicki period.
  28. femmedenise35
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    Amazing album! Every song is on repeat! I am feeling this project so much. Nicki vocals we on point. Go yun Nic!
  29. catc0726
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    A beautiful album that has taken her best moments from Pink Friday, RR, The Reup, and The Pinkprint with a dash of mix tape Nicki. I am so proud of the project she delivered this time around. She hit's all her points keeps you engaged and continues to stunt on her non existent competition with skill, writing skills, and overall intelligence. You cannot deny Nicki is not only the best atA beautiful album that has taken her best moments from Pink Friday, RR, The Reup, and The Pinkprint with a dash of mix tape Nicki. I am so proud of the project she delivered this time around. She hit's all her points keeps you engaged and continues to stunt on her non existent competition with skill, writing skills, and overall intelligence. You cannot deny Nicki is not only the best at what she does! She truly studies her craft, respects hip hop to its core, listens to her barbz, and gave us a cohesive project from start to finish. She shines on her solo records and has playful tracks with some features. ALSO EMINEM LIL WAYNE FOXY BROWN PERIODTTTTT!

    QUEEN DELIVERED AND THE HATE ONLY SHOWS HOW PATHETIC SOME PEOPLE ARE.

    “They call me Ms. **** but I don’t miss, **** & don't forget it. QUEEN wins again    … Expand
  30. Deborrah20
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. LOVE LOVE LOVE This So Much. Nick Nack (… Expand
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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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