I really like the show, the progression of the different contestants was interesting and often very emotional and true to them. I think Chance and TI were great, but Cardi comes across to me as just speaking anything that comes out of her brain without any thought whatsoever. 'De do de de de de blabattaaas blat I like ur song. I wants ta had sex to dat.' Totally nonsensical, I understand maybe she's speaking a vernacular that maybe popular with the youth of today but honestly to everybody else she comes across as a complete moron. put someone up there that can actually add to the conversation about the talent of the people and not just a bunch of random things that really mean nothing to anyone. People clap on clap on clap but she said nothing time and time again. The input from TI and Chance was.trult constructive though. Good show overall.
60 Reviews
Ok... needs improvements
Luvya011717 October 2019
Overall decent until the battle rounds. A lot of artists went through that shouldn't have and others that should have didn't. Would have made more sense for the best of the battles to go through versus the winner of individual battles. Cardi B has actually grown on me, but still cringe worthy at times. Chance, to me, has had the most valid feedback thus far. Hoping for a season 2 with improvements, as the show is pretty decent. (Side note, if there's a season two can we get Missy please... just saying) And Snoop was awesome, would be good to have him and (his "joint" hehe) as a regular judge.
The new music competition format is here!
s-carlsson-schmidt23 October 2019
Finally they dare to reinvent the format of the music contest and to make it about hip hop!! So refreshing, hats off Netflix! Might not be up to the taste of the The Voice crowd, but damn, just watched the finale and what a journey! It was so fun to watch contestants take up different challenges, outgrow themselves, and be tested on all aspects that make an individual become a a bigger artist. I personally laughed a lot with Cardi B's bubbly personality, she knows what it takes to be successful commercially. T.I, Chance and Cardi all brought interesting angles to the jugging. Looking forward to season two!
Love the authenticity
sinoheterrero18 October 2019
Refreshing yet a little cheesy
alijoydietcoke10 October 2019
Warning: Spoilers
I'm a huge fan of the show over all.
The clips of the celebrities meeting feels like the cheesiest reality show and it's awkward despite that when it comes to the contestants they are awesome.
It's nice to see a rap competition or any music competition where they can actually swear. Music should never be censored. I think it's worth watching if you're into rap.
Just not a fan of the elimination rap battles. It's entertaining yes. It's just not fair, not everyone is a battle rapper. So basically they care more about the entertainment value than anything else.
Also I don't like how TI and cardi seem to care more about money than the actual talent of the artist. I get that that's a reality, it's just depressing.
They should bring Royce back to judge too, by far the best judge. He gave such honest yet kind constructive criticism.
Despite that I still find it very enjoyable and hope they make the next season more fair and actually wanna build artists up and help them.
Watched first episode, I like what they are going for
ejkbou9 October 2019
So Cardi B, Snoop Dogg, TI and Chance the rapper, are auditioning the next big Hip hop star. I feel what they are doing. Chance, Snoop and TI seem to be Dead honest in their criticism of those trying out. Cardi B though, I just don't see what she brings to the proceedings.
Those trying out vary in quality. But that is life right?
Those trying out vary in quality. But that is life right?
I'm hooked
kirstenpresnell-8340211 October 2019
Great show that needs a judge replacement
kseniakolchina11 November 2019
Contrary to what some reviews say, I'm not into hip-hop and rap but I enjoyed the show a lot. It can benefit from one improvement next season - replacing Cardi B with a female rapper who actually has something to say. Cardi is a waste of judge chair. Not only was I disappointed in her, but I felt that casting her did a disservice to female rappers who can articulate their opinion and contribute with valuable critique. I see the attempt to increase viewership by inviting her, but she brought nothing to the table.
Finally
catherineburnley23 October 2019
Warning: Spoilers
Finally a contest where contestants can be creative and not have to be weighed down with a show contract! People are mad because people say different things on their rap, guess what everyone is different and says different things. Get over it! Chance, Cardi, and T.I. Did a great job of picking people as they know what it takes to be in the industry. They know the pain, struggles, and the tenacity a pain person goes through and needs. I also like that it's them because they all made it in the music industry different ways. This show fosters creativity and growth of the artists. It also teaches them to be humble and work on their craft. It was great and if you are saying it's not, you may be a hater. Make your own show if you don't like it or change the channel. I also love that the winner is not a traditional cookie cutter current type rapper. Great show!
Pathetic
tentse-0525720 October 2019
Must-watch if you're into hiphop & rap!
vannaspierings26 October 2019
Really entertaining to watch. Only competition show where people are allowed and therefore do curse every other sentence! The challenges are fun, especially enjoyed the rap battle. I personally love Cardi but her critiquing is a bit... idk... obviously she's a world-class talent and knows a lot about rapping and stuff, I just feel like when she's commenting on the contestants performance she doesn't really know what she's talking about so she copies what Chance or Tip just said or just spews nonsense. But, still enjoyed watching her.
Can't wait for season 2!
Can't wait for season 2!
Dis show is Fire!
classymab19 October 2019
I love shows like this and having TI, Chance and Cardi as rappers is a perfect mix. Chance is straight no chaser, Cardi gets her little slick comments in to soften the tone and TI is about his Biz! I am hooked and although I hated the fact that the full season was released, I also secretly love it. I would have finished it in one full day if they had. I'm so hype to see who wins this cuz we have some good talent here. The videos were dope!
Surprisingly good
danz-socastar23 November 2021
Cardi.. Smdh
nickcrandall22 October 2019
The most exciting reality show in forever!!!
neeceeblack24 October 2019
They were able to find so much talent! Londynn B was my favorite from the start with D Smoke right behind her. I can't wait to see the evolution of they're careers. I think this show is going to breathe new life into hip hop culture as a whole and it's very exciting to be a part of!
Not a bad show, just very superficial IMO
Loveunderlaw28 November 2019
I think the celebrity judges were more fixated on superfical criteria to judge the contestants on than actual skill. Too many people got cut IMO that had real skill vs. the ones that just looked "right".
It's a good concept, I just wish it were a lot less focused on things that don't actually matter. I won't add any spoilers, you can see for yourself why I have my own pet peeves with the show. It's still on Netflix.
It's a good concept, I just wish it were a lot less focused on things that don't actually matter. I won't add any spoilers, you can see for yourself why I have my own pet peeves with the show. It's still on Netflix.
Cardi does not deserve to be a judge up in Cali ✊ period is not THE EAST KEEP THAT
mjla-4111917 October 2019
This show is upsetting 😡 the west coast is different vibe and energy don't be making it into the East coast your obsessed with the East COAST remained it THERE the Chicano culture the black culture Asian culture etc, here is a whole different ATMOSPHERE RESPECT IT BACK OFF✊ SPECIALLY THOSE BORN AND >>RAISED<< IN CALI IS not NEW YORK THE BRONX ETC
This show was dope.
vfultonk14 February 2022
Give me more! Very unique competition show watching experience! Love me some hip hop. Hip hop artists are so creative and it was cool to see it in motion. Also loved seeing the inner workings of the industry. Seeing the cities the auditions were in, and hearing a bit of history of each city was rich. I usually don't respond to the haters but damn y'all are haters! Cardi B impressed.
Cool contest show
marinavail31 March 2021
Great Watch
graz-5812824 October 2019
Pretty good first season
pimmyvee28 October 2019
Warning: Spoilers
I'm a long time hip-hop fan though it's gotten harder to be one over time as I become more aware. I know the music industry as a whole hasn't been the most egalitarian, but some genres are less so. It makes it difficult to watch someone like TI in a judging position difficult to enjoy when I think about some of the sexist trash that's come out of his mouth over the years. It's bigotry. While we turn away from some over their bigotry, THIS kind keeps finding acceptance like it's a hurdle too far to expect men to get over. I almost gave up after the first couple episodes. It's Chance and the pool of talent they brought in that saves this show. You can tell he cares about these competitors regardless of gender. I like Cardi and have respect for what she's had to deal with to catch her success. I just wish she didn't have to be so complicit to earn her place. I noted in the last episode how Troyman, who did really well, beamed (shined!) over getting a standing ovation from TI......you got it from Cardi too. I guess that isn't as big a deal for you but I bet you'll work with her if you get the offer riiiiight? And you could practically hear the money being counted in TI's head when he spied Londynn B's performance and the opportunity to make some money off the back of yet another female artist's climb to fame when you know damn well he'll drop her flat if she farts the wrong direction. People forget he promoted Iggy, fake hood accent and all, then dropped her flat when it wasn't well received like he didn't know it was going on beforehand.
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