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68
HipHopDX

The majority of 7 would make more sense as amusing fake music blasting from a video game jukebox.

65
The Line of Best Fit

In terms of catchy beats and somewhat meaningful lyrics, each song has one or the other, and Lil Nas X just needs a little more time to get them to match up.

60
AllMusic
There are enough hooks in this bouquet of confusing-if-passable genre-hopping tracks to keep him on the path to future hits, but nothing comes remotely close to the lightning in a bottle of "Old Town Road"'s accidental perfection.
60
Exclaim!

Despite 7 not being a fantastic project by any measure, the EP proves that Lil Nas X isn't a one-hit wonder and can find longevity in his career as long as he continues to show off his versatility.

60
Rolling Stone

For being an EP whipped together quickly in an effort to beat the one-hit wonder clock, Lil Nas X’s 7 is, above everything, a solid, promising start. Still it leaves more questions than answers about what and who Lil Nas X wants to be.

60
The Needle Drop

On 7, Lil Nas X shows some admirable versatility while leaving plenty of room for growth.

58
Consequence of Sound

7 is musical Chex Mix — lightweight and best consumed in selective increments, but also strangely addictive.

50
Highsnobiety

When Nas X isn’t singing in his affected Southern twang, his voice is about as flavorful as mayonnaise and prone to crumbling at any given moment.

43
Pitchfork

The songs on the debut EP from the viral rap and country star do not even come close to the pure magic of “Old Town Road.”

30
The Young Folks
The 20 year-old severely loses focus when he expands his creative palette. Nothing outside of what made him famous sounds genuine.
Toasterqueen12
89

Before I press play: Kinda weird that Old Town Road is on the album twice. Also why is the remix first but the original last. Weird.

Also I've seen some people complaining that all his songs are short, like that's inherently a bad thing. Small songs can be really good at getting a point across in one direct hit. I:E; Jack Stauber and Tierra Whack.

After Listening: Unironically Great. I'll admit I'm biased But like, I love underdog stories so much. Some kid who spends his days shitposting on ... read more

PipePanic
64

got the horses up my ass.

So Lil Nas X is a interesting figure in hip hop. His unique blend of country and trap is something that sounds like a novelty act at best. Like, how do you make that sound authentic, interesting, or coherient without sounding like absolute radio sell out garbage? This really was Lil Nas X's make it or break it moment, to see if he could be taken seriously as a stand alone artist.

And it's not awful. It's just fucking weird in both a good way and a bad way.

It's far ... read more

ElectricMess
60

I'm dumbfounded that this has a place in the mainstream but also kind of happy

qwayZ
85

I need some lil Nas x in my life

fav: C7osure

Tr3yway
72

BONUS REVIEW! ANOTHER GAY SINGER/ RAPPER! Whatever. I think we know what to expect here.

1. Old Town Road REMIX- Great (Well... you already know)
2. Panini- Great (Goes hard)
3. F9mily (You & Me)- Good (It's aight)
4. Kick It- Meh (Bland)
5. Rodeo- Good (Sorry =0)
6. Bring U Down- Good (You did =D)
7. C7osure (You Like)- Great (I'll give him this one)
8. Old Town Road- Great (The OG version!)

3 Best- Panini, Old Town Road x2

3 Worst- Kick It, F9mily (You & Me), Bring U Down

Overall ... read more

Kymerrah
45

I don't think the Lil Nas EP aged that well. Old Town Road still a banger tho.

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Track List

1Old Town Road [Remix]
2:37
75
2Panini
1:54
76
3F9mily (You & Me)
2:42
60
4Kick It
2:21
47
5Rodeo
2:38
with Cardi B
65
6Bring U Down
2:11
57
7C7osure (You Like)
2:28
65
8Old Town Road
1:53
71
Total Length: 18 minutes

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Added on: May 29, 2019