XXL - extra large .."For the most part Budden's game is on point, but there are moments when he shoots and misfires. Even though his flow is tighter than a J.Lo thong. The brief missteps can, however, be easily overlooked as Joe Budden does what few rookie MCs are willing to do: take risks."
rapreviews.com - 8 out of 10 .."This album is judged on the basis of, "Does Joe Budden live up to the hype, is his album consistent throughout, and will you enjoy listening to it this summer?" The answer to all three questions is yes, so for the haters out there listen up: I don't care if he's Pharoahe Monch or not, the fact he's Joe Budden and he's doing his thing (while you do your thing) is good enough for me."
USA Today - 3 stars .."The lyrically dextrous rapper's first single, Pump It Up, is a bumping party starter, but there is much more depth to his work. Walk With Me recounts how people's treatment of him has shifted since he was down and out.. Bluntly addressing his life's issues without whining or rationalization, Budden has a realness many other rappers can only talk about."
