Renaissance
by Beyoncé
  • Record Label: Columbia
  • Release Date: Jul 29, 2022
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8.7

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  1. jamiemykels
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Renaissance is everything I waited so long for and more. It’s clearly the Queen’s best work yet and the Best Album out Since her own “Lemonade”. The transitions are just heavenly!!!
  2. JoMaelle
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    my expectations are far beyond fulfilled. The production is fire, her vocals in all forms just woven in these sick beats and rhythms is just amazing. I think its pure energy. This is a fierce record!
  3. Boochie
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Brilliant. She is an icon. The one and only person who continues to turn the world upside down. It’s an magical album that deserve its flowers.
  4. Paulo248
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé is the GOAT! She always outdo herself. And I dont find anything wrong on how the way she experimented herself in this album. If you don't like this album, it clearly shows that you didnt understand what a real artist is. No one in the industry can serve like her. Cant wait for the visuals ❤ visuals!
  5. Caio_oliveira
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Um dos melhores álbuns da Beyoncé e o melhor do ano com certeza a forma como ela se reinventa toda vez é incrível!!!
  6. XGuen
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    One of the most well done albums i’ve heard in my life. The structure of the songs is so perfect, the transitions and vocals and production is INSANE. Beyoncé knows how to upgrade herself artistically.
  7. Ritasecret
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    I Was wrong, Beyonce constantly surprised me, I thought she would never outdone Lemonade but she rebirth the heaven anthems. I cannot pick between Renaissance tracks, UNIQUE! word cannot describe how amazing her art, she is so monumental. Cannot wait for ACT II xo
  8. primowicked
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé truly did something with this newest release of hers. One of, if not the best album released this year. Can’t wait till she drops the entire visual.
  9. Gc06
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Beyoncé pushes the boundaries of creativity…yet again. Queen Bey emerges herself into a world of music that makes you want to MOVE! This album showcases what happens when you combine great production, lyricism, and pristine vocals to fulfill an excellent body of work. From the beginning of the album, Beyoncé gets cocky on ‘IM THAT GIRL’ which makes a statement that expresses why she is the pinnacle. Don’t attribute anything else to her success, it’s all her! As the album progresses, we catapult into a new dimension on tracks like ‘ALIEN SUPERSTAR’ and transition throughout the rest of the album seamlessly when we land on tracks like ‘CUFF IT’, ‘ENERGY’, and ‘BREAK MY SOUL’. At no point does she entertain us with filler; every single song has intention and was created to sound like nothing you’ve ever heard before. This album wasn’t created as a ‘comeback’ album; it was created as a reminder! A reminder that Beyoncé produces quality work time and time again. Renaissance will surely replace one of your favorite Beyoncé releases in your personal ranking. Go ahead, press play, and don’t you dare skip a beat!… Expand
  10. Beylover
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Album of the Year. No skips! The transitions are insane. I can’t wait for the next two albums.
  11. ncrawford3k
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé at her best. She proves that not only is she THAT girl, but 20 years in her solo career she is the most versatile pop artist of our time.
  12. luisfg
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. o seu melhor álbum da cerreira!
    todas as músicas se conectam e as transições entres elas é de outro mundo.. absolutamente ispirador.    … Expand
  13. Stxz94
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    SLAYONCÉ ATE THE WHOLE ALBUM UP! First Lady of music did that! Queen B!!!!!!!!!
  14. Pamtaketomi
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Definitely a masterpiece! Beyoncé is an amazing musician and everything she does is for a legacy, it shows in her art. Renaissance is genius.
  15. Bnadz
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The GREATEST album in the universe. Idc yall favs flop so bad , aint no one do the same as the Queen Bey.… Expand
  16. Blu3priint
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    one of the best albums i’ve ever heard. Beyoncé spotlighting Queer Black people is one of the best things she has ever done and i’m so proud of her for taking the risk and redefining herself every time. Bravo Beyoncé!
  17. ezmouton24
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Beyoncé has done it again! It is evident in this body of work that Beyoncé thought outside of every box anyone has ever placed her in. From the “I’m that Girl” to “Summer Renaissance” is like being apart of an actual revival of culture & art. Each song takes you through the moments of fabulous night out on the town with the “gorls”! It’s very much giving c*nt*… Expand
  18. edson191001
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Los sonidos muy bien hechos con una excelente mezcla de voces, uno de sus mejores trabajos en años
  19. DanHeated
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Es el album más cohesivo y coherente que he escuchado hasta la fecha. Es una verdadera aventura donde cada canción construye a la siguiente. En verdad excelente.
  20. Jusross
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's such a great album! Beyoncé really did that! She shookt the world, she shookt the dance floor. She's that girl… Expand
  21. HeatedVg
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album is for musical sonography which many people didn't know they needed, but they needed. It's far from everything we have nowadays, it was already boring and massive to see so many songs the same and all in order to hit. It's good to see that someone in the industry still cares about bringing new experiences and perspectives on music. Beyoncé is the industry, too bad the world has its eyes covered for false art.… Expand
  22. TooClassy
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Phenomenal album. Some of Beyoncé's best work. The transitions are amazing and the production is chaotic in the best way possible. Unlike anything you ever heard. Beyoncé continues to pave her own lane and show that she has no competition.
  23. Childdestiny
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    A fun, feel-good album. If you're looking to dance around your room, or dance around the house while cleaning up, this is the perfect album for that!
  24. essexhottie
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    beyoncé is on another level and she beautifully demonstrates that yet again
  25. Riahh15
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    You just can’t get enough of it! 16 song non-skip album! I would say it won’t get no better than this but knowing Beyoncé, This is just the beginning! “Ten, Ten, Ten across the board!”
  26. callmejohwey
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    I really enjoyed this album down to its depth. Beyonce created a masterpiece once more. Cuff it, Alien Superstar and heated are my favourites.
  27. Brisymone
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    This album is why she’s Queen. In times like these you just want to dance and have fun and that’s exactly what she’s doing for me.
  28. Elgoldma2
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    This album is so cohesive that it can’t be denied. Beyoncé really came back with a body of work that we all really needed after living through these past couple years. People need fun, motivation and an outlet to have fun. This album provides that sense of freedom that has been hard to find at times navigating this world. This is one of Beyoncé's best bodies of work and you should have itThis album is so cohesive that it can’t be denied. Beyoncé really came back with a body of work that we all really needed after living through these past couple years. People need fun, motivation and an outlet to have fun. This album provides that sense of freedom that has been hard to find at times navigating this world. This is one of Beyoncé's best bodies of work and you should have it on repeat.… Expand
  29. ICONIQUE_
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Ugh!!! What an ICONIQUE ALBUM!!!!! SHE IS QUEEN! SHE IS ICON! SHE IS MOTHER!!!
  30. luckyslayed
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    the best album this year if it doesn’t win album of the year at the grammy then that confirms they hate black and they don’t want to see us win✊
  31. kwalla1
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    The album is such a beautiful love letter to the black queer community. Each songs transitions seemlessly into the next creating a nonstop dance party.
  32. amonyonce
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    este é um álbum impecável.. todo detalhe muito bem pensado para emocionar os ouvintes e os vocais são impecáveis, a artista mais talentosa dos últimos anos provou mais uma vez que não sabe errar!
  33. Heduardorc
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Melhor álbum da artista e talvez o melhor desse século. O single é incrivelmente um doce para o quem vem a ser o álbum… Expand
  34. U2940
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best album out. Beyoncé have outdone herself in this album. Bringing all cultures together to dance and have fun.… Expand
  35. Jamalmarcelluss
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Renaissance is honestly the best album i’ve heard in years now! I think Beyonce has out done her self yet again. This album is more than just a great album, or tribute to the queer culture but it’s a body of work for everyone to listen to. With dance tunes, slow songs, dance grooves and many more this album has redefined what a modern album show be like! I could write a 3,000 page bookRenaissance is honestly the best album i’ve heard in years now! I think Beyonce has out done her self yet again. This album is more than just a great album, or tribute to the queer culture but it’s a body of work for everyone to listen to. With dance tunes, slow songs, dance grooves and many more this album has redefined what a modern album show be like! I could write a 3,000 page book about the production alone, and the vocals are out of this world lol!! Beyoncé is the blueprint for popular culture & without bias i can say Beyonce is one of IF NOT the greatest artist of all time. I highly recommend this album to not just fans of Beyonce but everyone. Young, Old, Black, White, etc this album is a deep eccentric dance album for all!!… Expand
  36. santiago_thebas
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Increíble producción y por sobre todo la intención del álbum al reconocer y celebrar la cultura LGBT negra que de tantas formas se han aprovechado
  37. gabicossta
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    É incrível a capacidade da Beyoncé de sair da zona de conforto e mesmo assim nunca perder a qualidade. Ela disse que esse era um álbum pra trazer alegria, celebrar, de divertir e eu não consigo não sentir essas sensações ao ouvir o renaissance. Ele simplesmente cumpre o que é prometido em todos os aspectos.
  38. Aj_27
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    This is the best album especially for those people who needed to live their life to the fullest. This is my sweetest escape album of all time
  39. Mood4Eva1998
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Literally the best album of the year that is constantly on replay. The cohesiveness, the vocals, production and overall performance is just out of this world.
  40. Andre9481_
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    An absolute MASTERPIECE that will go down in history as one of the greatest albums of all time. No one else is doing it like her.
  41. J2little
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    She continues to evolve with each album! Her most cohesive album to date, she never fails to get better with each project.
  42. MarkDaniel123
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    I love it because it expresses freedom. Being free and minding the beauty of this craft is mind blowing.
  43. Incognito13
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Amazing!!! What a great cohesive piece of art that blends seamlessly together. Great job B!
  44. richoritse
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    A great album gets you feeling different things while staying sonically cohesive and lyrically current. Renaissance is all these things and more . From the mid song Groove changes to iconic samples to the underrated vocal production and layering by beyonce herself, this album is a sonic masterpiece!
  45. everythingB
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Absolutely FANTASTIC! Along with Lemonade, it is truly her best work of art so far. I cannot wait to see what she has in store for Act II and III!
  46. musiclover00
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    A brilliant collection of dance hits of every genre blended together with seamless transitions. On the whole, an incredibly fun and engaging sonic experience.
  47. monyyyt
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    This is one of beyoncés best albums , She sounds happy here and is experimenting with her sound. I love it , while trying something new you can also hear hints of the okd Bey …from the music to the previewed looks to the visuals!! Love this for her . Frok the tribute to queer culture and icons to actually including us in the production. Theres a song for everyone one this album …slow songsThis is one of beyoncés best albums , She sounds happy here and is experimenting with her sound. I love it , while trying something new you can also hear hints of the okd Bey …from the music to the previewed looks to the visuals!! Love this for her . Frok the tribute to queer culture and icons to actually including us in the production. Theres a song for everyone one this album …slow songs , love songs, groovy songs and most of all ballroom & dance music. She has simply outdone herself once again.Theres a reason she’s charting charts w no visuals even out yet, get ready for this new era and save your coins !!… Expand
  48. ragano2020
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Very unusual album from Beyonce. Although not a masterpiece like Lemonade was, I like how it is pretty unusual and in some cases strange. The best thing about this album is how the songs are "mixed" and transit immediatelly from one to next one; like Madonna's Confessions on a Dance Floor. Ny favourites: I'm That Girl, Alien Superstar and America Has A Proble
  49. Natedawgg
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    The Queen reinvents herself again. Referencing and reimagining decades of iconic dance, disco, house and rap music she has created a timeless masterpiece of work. Truly music for generations past, present and future.
  50. thi_honey
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Álbum perfeito, com transições perfeitas entre as músicas, músicas dançantes e com uma qualidade vocal que só Beyoncé pode produzir e proporcionar.
  51. mikeysusername
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    What a ride. Renaissance is one of the best albums of all time. It is Beyonce's best album to date there is no question about it. Not only is this the best effort in the pop genre, the seamless transitions track to track allow for practical playlists such as workouts and home cooking. You will find yourself repeating them over and over just to hear something you hadn't heard before.What a ride. Renaissance is one of the best albums of all time. It is Beyonce's best album to date there is no question about it. Not only is this the best effort in the pop genre, the seamless transitions track to track allow for practical playlists such as workouts and home cooking. You will find yourself repeating them over and over just to hear something you hadn't heard before. Beyonce is a genius in her prime, comfortably in her first Act 1/3. I hope to see the momentum rise for her next couple albums. My beekeeping sister slayed, she did. She sought out a very fun vibe for this album, and it worked. We are exhausted of hearing poppy breakup songs. BGM.… Expand
  52. zeddecck
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé has set the bar even higher for her latest album "RENAISSANCE". This is something she has never done before, and even so, it is so beautiful and surely marks a highlight on her over 25 year-old career.
  53. renevuelta
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before, unafraid to reference or not reference, put it in a blender, **** on it, vomit on it, eat it, give birth to it
  54. Leonor93
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    A beautifull album, Beyoncé keep getting better and better with time. She make songs like church girl,alien super star and plastic of the sofa work together perfectly.
  55. nicoloji
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    the queen payin tribute to her roots creating a disco album that sounds nothing like dua, the weeknd or gaga. it’s more authentic and so well-produced.
  56. ShayY26
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    The BEST album 2022/ this century❤️ 1-16, every track IS GOOOOOOOD.. Beyoncé really put her whole beyussy in this album, I can’t turn it off it’s that good
  57. TWM2991
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Very cohesive no skipping. Skipping feels like missing out. Transitions 10/10z. Love IT
  58. Bigojb
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    The greatest album of all time. And I stand by it. The transitions, the influences, the surprises. Oh my God.
  59. Comet21
    Aug 21, 2022
    9
    A great experience from beginning to end. The way it gives a club vibe at home is appreciated. Production is amazing. Church Girl is my fav
  60. Meluka
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    She’s done it again and Renaissance is a masterpiece! The transitions and how fresh her voice sounds is incredible. B has managed to stay relevant in this industry and constantly reinvent herself without losing what makes her, her is amazing!
  61. Boywonder24
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Great album. She keeps breaking records and coming up with ideas that makes her stand out from the rest.
  62. capivara4
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    PURA PERFEIÇÃO, muito maravilhoso, incrível, belíssimo, a maior de todas!!!!
  63. starfall_xiv
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    This album is mind blowing. It’s so unusual and unique. My fave songs are Heated, Alien Superstar and Cuff it. Overall the album is amazing. I just can’t get enough. Beyoncé never fails to amaze me.
  64. Londonzzzz
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    It’s amazing.. it’s so different from any other album she had done and it’s impossible to stop listening to it! It gives you life! ❤️
  65. abe25
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé has managed to outdo her entire 25 year discography with this addicting experimental otherworldly album.
  66. Zana12
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Definitely one of my fav Beyoncé albums. It’s very addicting and a good feel good album.
  67. Conjuredjem
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    It’s just so amazing, honestly think this is one of her best. Very excited as for what’s to come.
  68. Kellyphenne
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Her best work to date, daring, punchy yet complex. Interesting how the one time she decides not to dwell on perfection, she makes a perfect album.
  69. saxeore
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. ALBUM of THE YEAR !!! ALBUM of THE YEAR !!! ALBUM of THE YEAR !!! ALBUM of THE YEAR !!! ALBUM of THE YEAR !!! ALBUM of THE YEAR !!!… Expand
  70. jetvlz
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Staying true to how house music is done! This record is a tribute not only to Beyonce's gay uncle but also to the whole black / black gay culture. This record is a combination of House, Trap and Funk that will definitely make you dance!… Expand
  71. Vasker
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    She outdid herself, as always! Congrats Beyoncé for being one of the greatest to ever do it!
  72. wangarimaina
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    I think this is Beyonce's best album TO DATE. It's truly amazing how she continues to raise the bar, nobody has been able to do what she can do, and I'm so happy to be alive to see it all
  73. Acostagabs
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Me encanta que Beyoncé mezcló ritmos africanos con música pop totalmente regenerada, se inspira en las música disco de los 80 y eso me parece estupendo.
  74. B1985
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love the album its different puts me in a good mood and makes me want to dance and be free.… Expand
  75. lephatty
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Beyoncè once again elevates her art & talent with her 7th album. I really enjoyed the quality of the music, her vocals and the arrangement of the songs. You can easily listen to the entire album in one sitting as the transitions smooth over quite pleasantly. I’m overjoyed, this album will give me anthems to my life for years to come! Current top favourites are Alien Superstar, Heated, CuffBeyoncè once again elevates her art & talent with her 7th album. I really enjoyed the quality of the music, her vocals and the arrangement of the songs. You can easily listen to the entire album in one sitting as the transitions smooth over quite pleasantly. I’m overjoyed, this album will give me anthems to my life for years to come! Current top favourites are Alien Superstar, Heated, Cuff It. Truly a renaissance album ❤️✨… Expand
  76. jacuxa
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Um dos trabalhos mais sólidos de Beyoncé, mostrando sua originalidade e essência, mesmo após anos de mercado, ela se resume a consistência de carreira
  77. Lolajones95
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Love the Album, it’s a happy dance, feel good album with a mixture of romance.. her best album so far in my opinion.
  78. ariesgroove
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Amazing consistency of production throughout the album. Such a perfect loveletter to the black lgbt community, and its contribution to culture through it ballroom. Brilliant homage to disco legends such as Donna Summer, Grace Jones etc. Beyoncé really outdid herself! The transitions between each track our seamless, I didn't even notice I went from. "Cuff It" to "Energy" until I checkedAmazing consistency of production throughout the album. Such a perfect loveletter to the black lgbt community, and its contribution to culture through it ballroom. Brilliant homage to disco legends such as Donna Summer, Grace Jones etc. Beyoncé really outdid herself! The transitions between each track our seamless, I didn't even notice I went from. "Cuff It" to "Energy" until I checked myself!


    My personal favourite tracks are:

    America Has A Problem
    Plastic Off The Sofa Heated    … Expand
  79. le_zecchin
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Disco excelente. Escuto da primeira até a última faixa sem pular nenhuma. Beyoncé sempre se superando. Não há outra artista no mesmo patamar. Ansioso pelos próximos dois atos.
  80. Beyonsatann
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before, unafraid to reference or not reference, put it on a blender, **** on it, vomit on it, eat it, give birth to it
  81. Robduncc
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Album of the year! Beyoncé creates a modern soundscape that uses popular dance sounds of the past and present to define what the future of what music will sound like. The radical nature of this album is embedded in the non-stop nature of the grooves.
  82. Tstratt
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    This album was such a breath a fresh air..in the era a fast food music..I am still listening to this album from start to finish with no skips, daily!! The vocals, production, transitions within and between songs ahhhh!! Can not wait for the visuals
  83. lazarkingle
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé outdid herself as always. She reinvented her sound & her style yet again. Even more than 25 years in her career, she remains THE name and the trailblazer. Applause, Beyoncé! Renaissance is an amazing album, and I think it will stand the test of time in the best way possible.
  84. ruthlb123
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Incredible body of work.. An unusual body of work from Beyonce but both intellectual and nostalgic.
    Unlike anything on the radio. Fresh!
  85. Bungane1994
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    This is by far Beyoncé’s best album. What can’t Beyoncé sing or do with her amazing voice? Album Of The Year.
  86. Gigi321
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    The best album of the decade !! I can't stop listening to it and it gets me so hype.
  87. Mikewafula
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    What an iconic piece of art... Bops from start to finish. I also love how she experimented with genres she has never done before... AMAZING!!
  88. Ythalo
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Um álbum maravilhoso, um obra de arte , beyonce e uma artista completa , ela é só ela sempre se supera em seus trabalhos
  89. mariacl
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Just perfect, i have no words to describe how genius she is! WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOW
  90. JTurner64
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé Renaissance Is Nothing Short Of BRILLIANT! FROM BEGINNING TO THE END! I ESPECIALLY love the shout out to the black ballroom community! I also love the transitions from one song to the other! I loved her, Donna Summer reference on Summer Renaissance! Took me back to when she did Naughty Girl on her debut album Dangerously In Love! She tributed Donna Summer then also! Thank YouBeyoncé Renaissance Is Nothing Short Of BRILLIANT! FROM BEGINNING TO THE END! I ESPECIALLY love the shout out to the black ballroom community! I also love the transitions from one song to the other! I loved her, Donna Summer reference on Summer Renaissance! Took me back to when she did Naughty Girl on her debut album Dangerously In Love! She tributed Donna Summer then also! Thank You Beyoncé! This album was worth the wait! I'm happy the general public is loving the album! Even when haters tried to hurt the rollout! Album Is Amazing! I WISH I COULD GIVE IT HIGHER THAN A 10!!!!… Expand
  91. Noah031411
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    It's so incredible how Beyoncé can reinvent her art to the best. This album is a celebration to the LGBTQIA+
  92. Jerpomares
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Renaissance is her best album to date. It’s a really well constructed and beautiful body of work. Black and queer history. Amazing
  93. bobbysue
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Better than anything out right now. Debate your dead uncle! Beyoncé is back and she’s the Queen.… Expand
  94. cogbuike
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Beyoncé truly embodies what the word renaissance means. She explored her own freedom and therefore gave so many of us the space and the language to explore our own freedom. This is liberation music. Emotional, successful, exciting. A party and a balm.
  95. raymond0319
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Uplifting ! a movement the Bar . She’s elevated to another level of supreme .
  96. Ezra_augustine9
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Amazing Album. It deserves Album of the year. Virgo's Groove, Cozy, Alien Superstar and Honey are my favourite songs from album. Great vocal, great production. That's Beyonce. I really obsessed with this album.
  97. Whatuplakers
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    One of Beyoncé’s best bodies of work. The transitions are crazy !!!! Virgos Groove a musical masterpiece
  98. THINKPINKHO
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    love this album. not a single skip. 10 10 10’s across the board. my personal favorites are all up in your mind, heated, pure/honey and summer renaissance.
  99. Frenchbeehive
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Her best work so far
    Experimental but so accurate and relevant
    4 decades of clubbing explored
    A true masterpiece Beyoncé must have worked SOOO hard for this project
    She still manage to give us high quality music, reinventing herself, pushing herself forward, setting the bar higher for everyone but also for herself.

    Amazing album.
  100. deybitt1
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    An ode to black history, queer and underground ballroom culture. This album will make you move out of your way and dance!
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#4 Best Album of 2022
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#2 Most Discussed Album of 2022

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Metascore
91

Universal acclaim - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 26
  3. Negative: 0 out of 26
  1. Mojo
    Sep 21, 2022
    80
    A continuous mix of hedonism, virtuosity, scholarship and, as one of her disco antecedents would have it, Good Times. [Nov 2022, p.84]
  2. Uncut
    Aug 31, 2022
    80
    Beyoncé's seventh solo album is a flawlessly structured feast. [Oct 2022, p.25]
  3. PopMatters
    Aug 9, 2022
    90
    Renaissance derives its meaning through its diverse soundscape, which, due to Beyoncé’s astute curation, becomes a statement about letting the music speak for itself.
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