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These Things Happen

G-Eazy · 2014

56 min · 16 tracks · hip-hop

A blend of introspective lyrics and catchy hooks wrapped in sleek, contemporary hip-hop production.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • introspective moments for reflection
  • catchy hooks for sing-alongs
  • for late-night drives

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid lengthy lyrical explorations

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2014, 'These Things Happen' was G-Eazy's debut studio album following several successful mixtapes. At this point, G-Eazy was transitioning from underground success to mainstream recognition, particularly after the viral success of his singles.
Stylistic neighbors
Post Malone· Logic· Machine Gun Kelly

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 These Things Happen 2:24
  • 2 Far Alone 4:27
  • 3 I Mean It 3:56
  • 4 Interlude 0:44
  • 5 Opportunity Cost 3:54
  • 6 Almost Famous 4:28
  • 7 Lotta That 4:48
  • 8 Factory Girl (skit) 0:13
  • 9 Downtown Love 5:26
  • 10 Complete 3:08
  • 11 Let's Get Lost 4:00
  • 12 Shoot Me Down 3:16
  • 13 Been On 3:28
  • 14 Remember You 3:35
  • 15 Tumblr Girls 4:15
  • 16 Just Believe 4:02

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata