Plugged In: Ashanti - Ashanti - Bob Waliszewski's review: "[her] choice of profane guest rappers, plus immodest lyrics and CD photos, makes it a moral bust"

Plugged In: Ashanti - Chapter II - Bob Waliszewski's review: "for every heartfelt mention of prayer there's also a sexual proposition."

PopMatters: Ashanti - Chapter II - Maurice Bottomley's review: "Catchy pop music based on some great old soul tunes." (September 19, 2003)

Music-Critic.com: Ashanti - Chapter II - John Reed's review: "After delivering a debut that was less than satisfying last year, [she] has finally scored with her sophomoric solo endeavor" (July 7, 2003)

JS Online: Ashanti - Chapter II - Nekesa Mumbi Moody's AP review: "isn't one of the year's best [Rhythm and Blues] albums - heck, it's not even the best of the month. It's more akin to a trashy novel" (July 3, 2003)

Music-Critic.com: Ashanti - Ashanti - Tom Reiter's review: "includes some memorable moments, but after listening straight through the album doesn't leave a lasting impression" (August 28, 2002)