Recovery
by Eminem
User Score
8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 1313 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,099 out of 1313
  2. Mixed: 113 out of 1313
  3. Negative: 101 out of 1313

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  1. AndrewWhiteC
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    I love this album. I'm glad that it went up seventeen points, because it definitely did not deserve a 44. The strongest points of the album are "Not Afraid" and "Won't Back Down". I also like many more. Good thing RS gave it a four star, that kinda saved it!
  2. JeffH
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    10x more content than "Thank Me Later". . . and better quality as well.
  3. michaels
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    It's a little more than a standalone score. Eminem has come back with raw spitfire, much harder than other mainstream artists. Also, all this talk about the weak beats if off. Maybe I've listened to it too many times, but I dig almost every groove. There are slight missteps lyrically and music wise as well, but all in all, I am comfortable giving this a ten. I highly recommend It's a little more than a standalone score. Eminem has come back with raw spitfire, much harder than other mainstream artists. Also, all this talk about the weak beats if off. Maybe I've listened to it too many times, but I dig almost every groove. There are slight missteps lyrically and music wise as well, but all in all, I am comfortable giving this a ten. I highly recommend it to any Eminem fan and anyone interested in inventive, slightly abrasive wordplay.… Expand
  4. ollys
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Completely blew me away. I'm not even that huge a fan up to this point, but I gave this one a few listens and it's mind boggling how good it is. It might sound odd but this is in my top 5 of the year, along with Janelle Monae, High Violet, American Slang and Teen Dream by Beach House. What an odd top 5 of this year to date, but that's mine.
  5. ChristianC.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Recovery has been an album that everyone one must expect of Eminem. He came strong and ready, my response to the other viewers such as, Slant Magazine and Pitchfork. They don't know what they're talking about, Eminem's music has meaning in each song if you actually listen to his lyrics and rhymes he makes sense. Hear the song No Love and Space Bound and many more that would Recovery has been an album that everyone one must expect of Eminem. He came strong and ready, my response to the other viewers such as, Slant Magazine and Pitchfork. They don't know what they're talking about, Eminem's music has meaning in each song if you actually listen to his lyrics and rhymes he makes sense. Hear the song No Love and Space Bound and many more that would prove my point. So cut Eminem some slack, he's done so much for us he gave his best, and I respect him for that.… Expand
  6. DBrown
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Pitchfork, you really upset me this time. This is his best since the Marshall Mathers LP.
  7. DanJ.
    Jun 22, 2010
    2
    Sloppy, self-indulgent, incoherent garbage; so far away from a return to form it makes me want to cry.
  8. ChrisD.
    Jun 22, 2010
    8
    Not quite up there with the Eminem show, his best album, but much closer than his last two albums.
  9. JohnG
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    When listening to recovery what really strikes you is eminem is back with his old witty and bizare lyrics that kicked up a fuss 10 years ago. recovery is for the fans with many of the songs appoligising to them for letting them down with the drug abuse and putting out a half harted albums out like repapse but its safe to say that eminem is back on top and back to his own ways and i for When listening to recovery what really strikes you is eminem is back with his old witty and bizare lyrics that kicked up a fuss 10 years ago. recovery is for the fans with many of the songs appoligising to them for letting them down with the drug abuse and putting out a half harted albums out like repapse but its safe to say that eminem is back on top and back to his own ways and i for one is happy about it.… Expand
  10. DannyM
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    A great album. I've been waiting for an album like this since The Eminem Show.
  11. mysteriousfields
    Jun 22, 2010
    9
    The critics score for this album is far too low. I think this is a very strong album the only reason I didn't give it a 10 is because there is no real hip hop hooks like in his early days. I don't mind that fact that most of the hooks are more pop orientated but sometimes it doesn't work like eminem singing the hook on your never over, that track has stellar verses but the The critics score for this album is far too low. I think this is a very strong album the only reason I didn't give it a 10 is because there is no real hip hop hooks like in his early days. I don't mind that fact that most of the hooks are more pop orientated but sometimes it doesn't work like eminem singing the hook on your never over, that track has stellar verses but the hook doesn't sound very good. All in all though I wrote this because i think the score for this album is faaaar too low.… Expand
  12. AnthonyB.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Reviews thus far are way too low for this album. How this got lower reviews than Relapse is a mystery.
  13. JayT.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Introspective with excellent lyrics.
  14. JosueR.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    This is definitely one of Eminem's best albums. Relapse, to me, was actually really good. Though, I saw so many flaws in his last record, you can barely spot any on this one. Some flaws include, producers weren't as strong on some songs, but other than that this album is near perfect. Eminem shows that his lyrical voice is still there. He showcases his abilities more than his This is definitely one of Eminem's best albums. Relapse, to me, was actually really good. Though, I saw so many flaws in his last record, you can barely spot any on this one. Some flaws include, producers weren't as strong on some songs, but other than that this album is near perfect. Eminem shows that his lyrical voice is still there. He showcases his abilities more than his past two albums. It's great to have him back. He's sober, but angry and hungry to take the rap game back. Welcome back Slim, you deserve to be titled "The Greatest Rapper Alive" Not only did he go out and experiment with different styles, he succeeds. He reaches out with his emotional lyrics. He's more mature and is still strong. I disagree with Slant Magazine and Pitchfork since they even gave the Marshall Mathers LP low scores. It's sad, but Eminem doesn't care about critics, he care about his fans that'll never get tired of him.… Expand
  15. JakeA.
    Jun 22, 2010
    9
    The majority of negative reviews for this album seem to be production based. I like that the lyrics seem to be the central thesis on this album. I guess if kanye produced this people would have been freaking out. much better than his last two.
  16. JohnS.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    An incredible album that gives an unprecedented look into the mind of one of the greatest rappers out there.
  17. DavidM.
    Jun 22, 2010
    9
    All in all lives up to the hype, now with the bonus tracks (actually very very dope indeed and not just fillers) it's a pretty amazing album!
  18. DanielB.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Showed that Em can now rap about more that slicing up woman and popping vicodin. Very good album.
  19. Alex
    Jun 22, 2010
    9
    I really am surprisd at the response of some 'critics'. This album is up their with 'The Eminem Show' his skill as a emcee is second to none. Yes, there are times when his flow doesnt link but when he does it such a complex way it is bound to happen, it is not perfect but deserves a much better response. His metaphors and lyrical word play are superb. the humour is I really am surprisd at the response of some 'critics'. This album is up their with 'The Eminem Show' his skill as a emcee is second to none. Yes, there are times when his flow doesnt link but when he does it such a complex way it is bound to happen, it is not perfect but deserves a much better response. His metaphors and lyrical word play are superb. the humour is still there but this time were getting a more real eminem. Ive been a fan since the slim shady lp and its good that eminem has matured because his fan base has matured aswell. the thing that disappointed me about relapse was taht it was to much like the slim shady lp. Hes bigger than that now, he doesnt need to shock and be as crude as possible (which he does anyway), we wanna hear the truth and thats just what we get, its the perfect combination. The only weak track on this album is W.T.P, every other track from production to performance is amazing and it really is a shame he is not getting this credability. good thing the user score is high to show the fans who really know what there talking about other than these bullshit journalist who give bad reviews just to seem smarter than they acctually are when they dont even know what theyre talking about. As Marshal says himself 'next time you blog try and spit a flow.… Expand
  20. PeterL
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    This is his best album since The Eminem Show. Eminem remains at the top of his game showing off his incredible lyricism and how he is untouchable on a mic with this album. His last album was mediocre, but still blew away most of what hip hop released in the past year. This album solidifies his place as a legend in hip hop. A+!
  21. JasonA
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Amazing album, it's so nice to get something completely different yet remarkably familiar. Very impressed, eminem is back in true form.
  22. robert
    Jun 22, 2010
    9
    Eminems best since TES. The best hip hop record of the year. Seduction, Cinderella Man, 25 to life, and Talkin to Myself rank among Eminems best. Flow is insane, Beats (especially DJ KHalils and Just Blaze) are hot. Once again you get to hear Eminem outrap Lil Wayne. The Proof tribute You're never over is long overdue, but worth the wait. The secret track is produced by Havoc, and is Eminems best since TES. The best hip hop record of the year. Seduction, Cinderella Man, 25 to life, and Talkin to Myself rank among Eminems best. Flow is insane, Beats (especially DJ KHalils and Just Blaze) are hot. Once again you get to hear Eminem outrap Lil Wayne. The Proof tribute You're never over is long overdue, but worth the wait. The secret track is produced by Havoc, and is a good sign of things to come. Another classic, by one of the best.… Expand
  23. NeT.
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Love how the critics are smashing this amazing album... It's one of the best things I've ever heard. Eminem reestablishes his love for hip-hop and music. The tracks are fire. Screw the critics, if you're a true hip-hop/ Eminem fan this album does not disappoint. Either way, I know what's going to be in my CD player for months. Good night, radio.
  24. BrandonF
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Amazing Album. Check out Space Bound, Almost Famous, Going Through Changes, and Love the Way You Lie. Your mind will be blown.
  25. JesusR
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Best album I've heard this year. Eminem has now become a trendsetter... He basically brought all different kinds of elements into this album, and if you're music fan and not necessarily an Eminem fan, you would really appreciate the hard work he's done for this album.. Highly recommended.
  26. MarcusE
    Jun 22, 2010
    8
    Solid album - far superior to relapse. Honest, introspective, creative, catchy and just plain fun.
  27. VegardM
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    Critics gonna hate! What counts is what the people think, and 9.4/10 is not that bad! ;) It is also deserved. The album is flawless!
  28. MaryT
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    This is obviously the best Eminem album since the Eminem Show. I don't know what these critics were listening to. A 2.8 on Pitchfork? Really? That is an obvious troll attempt. Slant also slammed The Marshall Mathers LP, so their review doesn't surprise me. This album should be high 70s through mid 80s, not low 60s like it is now. My other criticism is that there are many This is obviously the best Eminem album since the Eminem Show. I don't know what these critics were listening to. A 2.8 on Pitchfork? Really? That is an obvious troll attempt. Slant also slammed The Marshall Mathers LP, so their review doesn't surprise me. This album should be high 70s through mid 80s, not low 60s like it is now. My other criticism is that there are many positive reviews from major magazines that haven't been included in the Metacritic ratings. This seems like an obvious bias to negative reviews if they don't add these reviews later.… Expand
  29. GreggK.
    Jun 22, 2010
    9
    Much better than last CD. Tight rhymes and hooks. Nice flowin Em.
  30. merr
    Jun 22, 2010
    10
    These critics are shit. This album is not only fantastic in its realm of beats and musical composure but also in the emotion that is put into this album. I have followed Eminem and been a fan since his first album. I did not have a general care for his previous album (Relapse) but this album literally blew me out of the water. Every song seems to be conveyed with such emotion that I can These critics are shit. This album is not only fantastic in its realm of beats and musical composure but also in the emotion that is put into this album. I have followed Eminem and been a fan since his first album. I did not have a general care for his previous album (Relapse) but this album literally blew me out of the water. Every song seems to be conveyed with such emotion that I can feel myself. He is fantastic artist and a fantastic lyricist. I believe that with the beats, lyrics and combination of all these aspects, makes this Eminem's best album yet. It is UNREAL.… Expand
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#4 Most Discussed Album of 2010
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#2 Most Shared Album of 2010

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Metascore
63

Generally favorable reviews - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 28
  3. Negative: 4 out of 28
  1. Expert Witness (MSN Music)
    Jan 7, 2011
    91
    No matter how cleverly he's rhyming, which varies, he could use subject matter beyond married-to-the-game and his traditional obsessions. But with Shady in the shadows, rarely are these themes lifted by Em's long-recessive sense of play.
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  2. Slant Magazine
    30
    Much of Recovery centers around such themes as romantic devotion and anxiety, but the resulting material rings unsurprisingly hollow.
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  3. The Guardian
    60
    Sadly, a piecemeal approach to production (Dr Dre has just one credit) leaves the album lacking an abiding mood and drowning in fashionable soft-rock samples.
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