Songs in the Key of Life

This grew on me a lot. First listen I thought it was good, not great. By the fifth listen I was completely hooked. The subtlety of the arrangements really rewards patience and close attention.

An absolute masterpiece from start to finish. Every track earns its place.

The kind of album where you sit in silence after it ends.

Flawless execution of an ambitious vision. This is why we love music.

A landmark release that deserves every bit of praise it gets.

A monumental achievement in every sense.

Perfect from front to back. Not a single moment wasted.

I genuinely don't understand the hype. This was a slog to get through.

The first half of this album is some of the best music I've ever heard. The second half is merely great. That slight drop-off is the only thing keeping this from a perfect score. Still an essential listen.