Juice WRLD’s “Legends Never Die” album slaps and tugs at hearts.

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TOP 5

5. Smile (Ft. The Weeknd)

These are the kind of collaborations that make me sad as hell. Together, The Weeknd and Juice WRLD have more talent than the whole industry combined.

“Smile” is both addictive and depressing. While Juice WRLD and The Weeknd deliver something undeniably catchy and melodic, the emotional weight of the track hits hard—they dive into the heartbreaking pressure of trying to make someone else happy when you’re still struggling to love yourself (Holy s**t, that’s deep). On top of that, Juice and The Weeknd show great chemistry, playing their sadboy roles to perfection and making the pain sound way too smooth.

4. Wishing Well

If we all lived near a wishing well, there’s no doubt our first wish would be to bring Juice WRLD back. Our second wish would be for Bronny to get a proper haircut.

Even though Juice WRLD’s problems are far from ordinary—ranging from getting lost in drugs to being dangerously close to death—there’s a level of honesty and bravery in his music that resonates with anyone going through tough times. Especially the way he turns up the emotions, pouring his heart out over a touching, 7th Heaven-ass beat. This is Emo-rap at its finest.

3. Stay High

“Stay High” is a potential summer anthem.

“Stay High” is borderline flawless. I love how the beat straddles the line between hard-hitting and smooth, and how Juice WRLD balances gutter and chill in his delivery while shifting between humble and cocky in his lyrics. Only Juice WRLD could sound like Bizzy Bone, Jeremih, and himself all on the same track.

2. Righteous

“Righteous” highlights Juice’s battles with addiction and his unstable frame of mind shortly before his demise.

“Righteous” is amazing. The melodies are flawless, and Juice WRLD holds absolutely nothing back lyrically, keeping it painfully real about his unhealthy love for drugs. The track effortlessly blends hip-hop and alternative rock vibes, and Juice leans on two distinct singing styles—one soft and delicate, the other raw and emotionally charged, as if his heart is bleeding. Overall, it’s a striking, brutally honest track that hits harder the more you listen.

1. Come & Go

“Come & Go” is jam-packed with vulnerable lyrics, alternative rock vibes, and unbelievable melodies.

This track will have you crying tears one moment and headbanging the next. Juice WRLD dives deep lyrically, opening up about falling short of expectations and growing both as a man and a lover. Meanwhile, the production—anchored by electrifying guitar riffs and explosive drumming—adds an emotional intensity that hits you like a wave. By the time it’s over, you’ll feel like kissing your partner and smashing your guitar in the same breath.

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SONG-BY-SONG BREAKDOWN

1. Anxiety (Intro) (N/A)

2. Conversations (4.5/5)

3. Titanic (4/5)

4. Bad Energy (3.5/5)

5. Righteous (5/5)

6. Blood On My Jeans (4/5)

*7. Smile (Ft. The Weeknd) (4/5)

8. Tell Me U Luv Me (Ft. Trippie Redd) (4/5)

9. Hate The Other Side (Ft. Polo G & The Kid LAROI) (4/5)

10. Get Through It (Interlude) (N/A)

11. Life’s A Mess (Ft. Halsey) (4.5/5)

12. Come & Go (with Marshmello) (5/5)

13. I Want It (4/5)

14. Fighting Demons (4/5)

15. Wishing Well (4.5/5)

16. Screw Juice (3.5/5)

17. Up Up And Away (3/5)

18. The Man, The Myth, The Legend – Interlude (N/A)

19. Stay High (5/5)

20. Can’t Die (4/5)

21. Man Of The Year (3/5)

22. Juice WRLD Speaks From Heaven (Outro) (N/A)

*23. The Way (Ft. XXXTENTACION) (3.5/5)

*24. All Life Long (3.5/5)

*25. In My Head (4/5)

*26. Face 2 Face (4/5)

*Indicates Bonus Tracks

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OVERALL RATING

(82%)

Though Legends Never Die doesn’t stray far sonically from Juice WRLD’s previous work, the weight of his untimely death adds a deeply emotional layer to every lyric. These songs hit different—because we know how real they were for him, and how tragically real they became for all of us.

Unlike many posthumous albums that are often riddled with awkward guest appearances or songs that feel stitched together in a hurry, Legends Never Die feels complete and thoughtfully curated. If I had to guess, much of the album was likely finished before Juice passed. Regardless, what stands out most is how immersive the project feels—each track pulls you in. The production is dynamic, shifting from electrifying rock-infused backdrops to somber, moody trap instrumentals. Juice floats over these beats with vocals that switch between sobering and infectious, pouring out raw emotion through melodies that linger long after the track ends.

The album’s intro, interludes, and outro are particularly chilling. Hearing Juice speak like he’s reaching out from beyond is surreal. Young Thug’s voice note, calling Juice the second coming of Lil Wayne, adds another emotional layer. And Juice’s own words about his artistic mission feel almost prophetic. Whoever tracked down and sequenced these audio moments deserves major props—they add immense depth to the listening experience.

If there’s one gripe I have, it’s that Legends Never Die could’ve used a few more raw rap cuts. Don’t get me wrong—I love when Juice bares his soul in melody. But every now and then, I miss the rapper who could freestyle for an hour straight and body damn near any beat in front of him.

In the end, Legends Never Die is one of the most beautifully disturbing albums I’ve heard in a long time. Juice openly addresses depression, drug abuse, and death—topics that are now even more gut-wrenching given the circumstances. While listening, I kept wondering if more could’ve been done to save him. Much like Life After Death, Shoot for the Stars, Come Over When You’re Sober, Me Against the World, 17, Swimming, and Victory Lap, Legends Never Die feels like a heartbreaking final chapter in a story that deserved so many more.

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