Whole Lotta Red
by Playboi Carti
User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 241 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 188 out of 241
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 241
  3. Negative: 36 out of 241
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  1. Zmcclaine
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    One of the best albums of 2020 and could be one of the most influential albums like 808s and heartbreaks.
  2. JoePapaReviews
    Feb 12, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is absolutely groundbreaking it has to be the GOAT!!!!!! I heard lyrics like "Put my glasses on, I can't see you b!tch!" and I was freaking out bro!!!! when I heard "I take my shirt off and all the hoes stop breathing"I stopped breathing and blasted my monitor!!!! Carti is da GO@T… Expand
  3. EazyG
    Jan 5, 2021
    10
    Ignore the hate this album deserves, but also keep in mind it’s not perfect. What Carti does here is the same thing that Uzi does with Eternal Atake (but not as good as that album obviously). He projects this album to have a different theme and sound from all the other previous projects that he’s released. Dracula/Nosferatu theme and style with the beats of Vamp Anthem and Go2DaMoon makeIgnore the hate this album deserves, but also keep in mind it’s not perfect. What Carti does here is the same thing that Uzi does with Eternal Atake (but not as good as that album obviously). He projects this album to have a different theme and sound from all the other previous projects that he’s released. Dracula/Nosferatu theme and style with the beats of Vamp Anthem and Go2DaMoon make this record unique in many ways, however, there are definitely some songs that won’t digest well for others. Still, I give this a must listen because not only are people trashing on it for not being what they want, but there are also some really good hidden gems on this album that people have gotta listen to again to really feel the vibe!!… Expand
  4. fgbvfgbfb
    Jan 5, 2021
    10
    Mind blowingly hard. Like trap trimmed of all its a fat; just a leaner, tastier meal.
  5. Gawi123
    Jan 6, 2021
    10
    Best album of 2020, I'm thinking maybe the best of Carti's as well. It's too soon to tell.
  6. kryptyde
    Jan 6, 2021
    10
    A statement album with colorful layered and dynamic beats that are candy for the ears. The energy is so high that moshpits are inevitable if played at concerts. The anticipation leading up to its release was well acquainted for and giving a 10/10 is an understatement.
  7. LewisFire22
    Jan 7, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Carti combines a Punk aesthetic with his usual catchy hooks and ad-libs, this time round with consistently flawless production behind him and more bars than we’ve ever seen from Carti. Absolutely amazing.… Expand
  8. boondocks
    Jan 8, 2021
    10
    One of the most hyped and hugely over-hated albums to come out recently, but this album is great. Carti really evolved his sound in a good direction which is dark, aggressive and hypnotic at some points. Carti returns to his old sounds on some songs which are probably my least favorite songs on the album. Hopefully Carti continues to evolve past this sound but with all the hate he may justOne of the most hyped and hugely over-hated albums to come out recently, but this album is great. Carti really evolved his sound in a good direction which is dark, aggressive and hypnotic at some points. Carti returns to his old sounds on some songs which are probably my least favorite songs on the album. Hopefully Carti continues to evolve past this sound but with all the hate he may just return to his Die Lit Days. Best songs are "Slay3r", "Rockstar Made", "New Tank", "Punk Monk", "Vamp Anthem", and "F33l Lik3 Dyin".… Expand
  9. dympl3z
    Jan 21, 2021
    10
    this is easy the best album of 2020 people say they were dissatisfied are also the same people who would leak the songs so be happy and glad that he still popped off when y’all took away the best track list of all time from the goat
  10. Creedinho
    Sep 19, 2021
    10
    was :(
  11. MatisseThybulle
    Jul 22, 2021
    10
    My personal favorite Carti album, definitely over self titled and just ahead of Die Lit. Some of the Highlights include Teen X, Vamp Anthem, On That Time, Sky, and Over. On first listen, these tracks may not stick out, and it may blend together. Stick with it, give it a second, third listen, taking some time in between. This one needed to marinate for me, and it likely will for you too.My personal favorite Carti album, definitely over self titled and just ahead of Die Lit. Some of the Highlights include Teen X, Vamp Anthem, On That Time, Sky, and Over. On first listen, these tracks may not stick out, and it may blend together. Stick with it, give it a second, third listen, taking some time in between. This one needed to marinate for me, and it likely will for you too. However, the further removed from Christmas, the more I've grown to enjoy this album. also shoutout ye… Expand
  12. hyliancete
    Sep 18, 2021
    10
    this is literally the best work of art ever made carti does not have a single miss in the album
    PD: Free Lil Tip
  13. chasehenny
    May 5, 2021
    10
    Carti’s evolution as an artist is more evident on this album than on any of his previous work. The production from F1lthy provides the punk aesthetic for the album with his HARD hitting, high energy, noisy beats which Carti compliments better than you could ask anybody to. Whole Lotta Red is a turning point for the landscape of hip hop and the ripples being cast from this album will beCarti’s evolution as an artist is more evident on this album than on any of his previous work. The production from F1lthy provides the punk aesthetic for the album with his HARD hitting, high energy, noisy beats which Carti compliments better than you could ask anybody to. Whole Lotta Red is a turning point for the landscape of hip hop and the ripples being cast from this album will be felt for years to come.… Expand
  14. spongki
    Jul 22, 2021
    10
    Carti's ambition and charm on this record is unrivaled; I honestly can't think of a more pure, unadulterated exhibition of confidence on an album in the history of music.
  15. tommcgoatald
    Jul 31, 2021
    10
    cArti*- loVe _CarTi#* caRTi^c*aRti"wHenC^arT#i+iS=cARTi**&cArtI-_lOvE*iGgY#*
  16. yaseenh
    Sep 4, 2021
    10
    Absolutely incredible.
    Innovative and amazing.
    This album shaped my life.
    Vamp Carti +-+
  17. rekab
    Sep 13, 2021
    10
    Incredibly innovative and grows on you heavily.

    Without a doubt, this is Carti's "Yeezus" and is the best album in his discography.
  18. corb
    Sep 2, 2021
    10
    THIS IS A **** MASTERPIECE GOD DAMNIT, **** THE PEOPLE WHO REVIEWED THIS A 0 STFU YOU DONT KNOW **** ABOUT MUSIC YOU FAT UGLY NERD, VAMP
  19. jsgofficial
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Innovative and unlike anything in modern-day rap, and a ridiculously GOOD listen.
  20. nikkiwildddd
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Carti is up there with Pluto and Thugger in terms of being an legend within the trap genre. No trap album other than Barter 6 and DS2 has been this influential and sonically perfect. Was the best album of 2020 - not exaggerating
  21. keezus
    Sep 26, 2021
    10
    Hated this at first but it grew on me, I like every track and the production is otherworldly. Highly recommended.
  22. Goktugbasaran
    Sep 29, 2021
    10
    A punk-rap classic. Wlr is a certified masterpiece that every human being must listen to it before they die.
  23. YEEZYFLESHLIGHT
    Oct 13, 2021
    10
    SLATT*¬!! WE BEEN ON OPIUM FOR THE LAST 10 DAYS, better then Polo "The Piano Merchant" Gs whole existence imo
  24. benya_musical
    Oct 27, 2021
    10
    Amazing album. One of the best albums in 2020. Like the vamp-punk atmosphere
  25. YK22
    Nov 18, 2021
    10
    My life changed after listening to WLR. My wife got pregnant and I had two beautiful kids that I named after WLR songs. When Lord Carti said "I take my shirt off and all the hoes stop breathing" I started crying immediately. Otherwise, when he said " When the sun goes down, yeah it's time to creep" I suddenly got horny and blasted cum all over my dining table. The production by Kanye WestMy life changed after listening to WLR. My wife got pregnant and I had two beautiful kids that I named after WLR songs. When Lord Carti said "I take my shirt off and all the hoes stop breathing" I started crying immediately. Otherwise, when he said " When the sun goes down, yeah it's time to creep" I suddenly got horny and blasted cum all over my dining table. The production by Kanye West is incredible, Carti's vocals are angelic, and pretty much everything on this album is a 10. If I had to make the last wish in my life, it would be 4-hour sex with Lord Carti. I love this man. 10/10… Expand
  26. sethastro
    Nov 24, 2021
    10
    This whole album is on different level from all the past rap albums it's experimental of punk rock and trap. Playboi Carti's baby voice like instrumental in this. One of the best rap albums so far in the rap history
  27. LukeThaDuke
    Nov 27, 2021
    10
    Genuinely amazing album meshing together Hip Hop and alternative elements while keeping an original high energy feel up until tracks like Over and Feel Like Dyin come on where Carti gives a more reserved theme about certain emotions. Production does not disappoint at any time F1thy, Ye, Ojivolta and Pierre matched Cartis energy on all these tracks with some of the best most unique TrapGenuinely amazing album meshing together Hip Hop and alternative elements while keeping an original high energy feel up until tracks like Over and Feel Like Dyin come on where Carti gives a more reserved theme about certain emotions. Production does not disappoint at any time F1thy, Ye, Ojivolta and Pierre matched Cartis energy on all these tracks with some of the best most unique Trap beats i’ve ever heard. This album was made to preform so i also recommend seeing a video of the King Vamp Tour.… Expand
  28. Bbcman
    Jan 28, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. When you feel like this cant nobody tell you ****

    Ghhhgghhhhgf GMC bhhhgghhhhghhhbbbb    … Expand
  29. whaaaa
    Feb 12, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. hhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh… Expand
  30. CordRafael
    Feb 17, 2022
    10
    eu te amo carti eu te amo estetica muito foda eu te amo carti te amo porraaaa
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75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 7
  3. Negative: 1 out of 7
  1. The Wire
    Apr 6, 2021
    70
    Carti’s voice here sounds rough and occasionally hoarse. His famed knack for repeating phrases ad infinitum seems to lead into cul-de-sacs, and the rumbling PC beats don’t float as easily as his earlier work. But there’s plenty to appreciate on Whole Lotta Red. [Feb 2021, p.61]
  2. AllMusic
    Jan 19, 2021
    80
    While losing some of the pop appeal of his previous work, Whole Lotta Red represents Playboi Carti coming into a new phase of his artistry, however jagged and disorienting the process may be.
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  3. PopMatters
    Jan 11, 2021
    70
    Whole Lotta Red is a demonstration of Carti's commitment to dynamic growth and experimentation. However, it's painfully apparent that Carti needs more features (his divine harmony with Pi'erre Bourne shines on their single collaboration "ILoveUIHateU").
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