Rolling Stone wasted no time breaking down Kanye West new album Bully and their list of the 6 best songs is already sparking heated debate across the internet. The album which dropped on Friday has been dominating conversations on every platform and now the critics are weighing in.
The publication which is one of the most respected voices in music journalism selected tracks that showcase different sides of Ye artistry. From raw emotional cuts to production heavy bangers the list covers the full range of what Bully has to offer.
The Picks Are Dividing Fans
While Rolling Stone picks have been praised by some fans others are pushing back hard. Social media has been flooded with alternative lists and passionate arguments about which tracks truly deserve to be called the best on the album.
The debate is a sign of just how much material there is to work with on Bully. With 20 tracks on the project there are plenty of songs that could have made the cut and fans are not shy about letting the publication know what they got wrong.
Pitchfork also published their own review calling the album a return of Kanye ego but questioning whether he has truly evolved as an artist.
Critics Are Split On The Album Overall
The critical reception to Bully has been mixed which is par for the course with any Kanye West release. Some reviewers are calling it his best work in years while others say it falls short of the standards he set with earlier albums. RIFF Magazine asked whether Ye is truly back or just coasting on his ego.
What everyone seems to agree on is that the production quality is top tier. The beats the arrangements and the sonic landscape of Bully are being universally praised even by critics who have issues with the lyrical content or the messaging.
The Streaming Numbers Tell Their Own Story
Regardless of what critics think the streaming numbers are speaking for themselves. Bully has been dominating Spotify and Apple Music charts since its release and first week projections suggest it could debut at number one on the Billboard 200.
The album is available now on all major streaming platforms and the conversation around it shows no signs of slowing down. Whether you agree with Rolling Stone picks or not one thing is clear. Kanye West still knows how to make the world pay attention.
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