The 25 Worst Albums Ever Made of All Time

“Under the Cherry Moon” (Soundtrack) by Prince (1986)

This soundtrack album received mixed-to-poor reviews, despite Prince’s popularity.

Despite Prince’s immense popularity, the soundtrack for his movie “Under the Cherry Moon” in 1986 received lukewarm-to-negative reviews. Critics felt that the album didn’t capture Prince at his best, and it remains a relatively lesser-known part of his discography. So, perhaps it’s safer to say this was one of Prince’s worst albums ever, rather than one of the worst of all time.

“To the Extreme” by Vanilla Ice (1990)

Despite the commercial success of “Ice Ice Baby,” the album was widely panned for its lack of substance.

Vanilla Ice’s “To the Extreme,” released in 1990, included the hit single “Ice Ice Baby.” However, the album was heavily criticized for its lack of depth and artistic substance, making it a poster child for one-hit wonders in the hip-hop genre and one of the worst albums ever.

“The Room: The Musical” (2003)

A musical adaptation of the infamous film “The Room,” this album received negative reviews for its amateurish production.

“The Room: The Musical,” based on the cult film “The Room” by Tommy Wiseau, was met with negative reviews upon its release in 2003. Critics found its production values amateurish and its connection to the source material more perplexing than entertaining.

“Revenge” by KISS (1992)

This album faced criticism for its attempt to adapt to changing music trends in the early ’90s.

KISS’s “Revenge,” released in 1992, marked the band’s effort to adapt to changing music trends. While it had its moments, it faced criticism for departing from their classic rock sound and trying to fit into the grunge and alternative rock scene of the early ’90s.

“Risk” by Megadeth (1999)

Megadeth’s venture into a more mainstream sound was met with mixed-to-poor reviews from fans and critics.

Megadeth’s “Risk,” released in 1999, saw the band moving away from their thrash metal roots in favor of a more mainstream sound. While it had its supporters, many fans and critics were divided, with some feeling it diluted the band’s signature intensity.

“Mental Jewelry” by Live (1991)

Although the band later found success, their debut album received a lukewarm reception.

Live’s debut album, “Mental Jewelry,” released in 1991, didn’t make a significant impact upon its initial release. Despite this lukewarm reception, the band would go on to achieve considerable success with subsequent albums, showcasing their growth as artists. It was one of their worst albums ever … but fortunately not their last.

“Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water” by Limp Bizkit (2000)

Despite commercial success, the album was heavily criticized for its lyrics and style.

Limp Bizkit’s “Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water,” released in 2000, achieved commercial success but was widely criticized for its crude lyrics and aggressive style. While it resonated with a certain audience, it polarized music enthusiasts. The Bizkies still love it, though, giving it nearly a perfect rating.