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So often, "BRAT" seems overhyped to some because a lot of people overrate it despite its flaws. Style is one thing; actually, if one will look closer, all the tracks are lacking to back up such acclaim with at least depth and originality.

The production is way too generic, the beats aren't exciting, and the lyrics are incredibly forgettable. It tries to be edgy, but this album sounds really fabricated and unattached. It's quite surprising how highly rated this is, ... read more

At times, To Pimp a Butterfly tries too hard to be bigger than it is. Its thematic density and innovative production make this record a tough listen and leave behind some disconnected listeners.

The production choices are weird and off-putting, too. Songs like "u" and "For Free?" seem to be a little loose and wild; for some people, this may make the entire album less approachable.

Kendrick Lamar's focus toward social issues is of prime importance, but often it ... read more

While some hail OK Computer by Radiohead as a classic to some, it just doesn't really resonate. The experimentalism taken with this record can come across as more chaotic than cohesive; there are entire tracks blending into a blur of sound, not knowing where it's taking one.

Though Thom Yorke is credited with the depth of his lyrics, at times they do indeed sound cryptic. The vagueness and abstractness of the writing make it hard to connect to the messages behind the music, thus ... read more