These Things Happen Too
64 min · 19 tracks · hip-hop
Introspective lyrics intertwine with polished beats, reflecting G-Eazy's personal struggles and evolving artistry throughout the album.
Top tracks — play these first
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These Things Happen Too Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Wanna Be Myself — This track captures G-Eazy's struggle with self-identity and authenticity, leveraging a catchy chorus that resonates with listeners facing similar challenges.
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Faithful — In this song, G-Eazy examines themes of loyalty and trust within relationships, set against an evocative production that underscores his vulnerability.
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Everything Is Everything — This track stands out for its optimistic message amid adversity, blending reflective lyrics with an upbeat sound that encourages resilience.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album balances introspective lyrics with polished production, though its cohesion is affected by interludes and varying themes.
What we noticed
- The sequencing includes three interludes that serve as transitions between thematic sections, allowing for a reflective pause before returning to more intense lyrical exploration.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- introspective reflections on growth
- thoughtful moments for deep listening
- contemplative tracks for solitude
- dynamic flow through personal stories
Maybe skip if you
- prefer immediate gratification
- seek constant high energy
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — The album showcases introspective themes that resonate with dedicated fans.
- Themes
- self-identity struggle· loyalty in relationships· optimism amid adversity
- Career context
- These Things Happen Too is G-Eazy's fourth studio album, following the commercial success of his previous release, When It's Dark Out, which solidified his mainstream presence. By this point in his career, G-Eazy was exploring deeper emotional themes and personal narratives, signaling a maturation in both his sound and lyrical content.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Post Malone· Logic· Machine Gun Kelly
Tracklist
- 1 These Things Happen Too Start here 3:25
- 2 When You’re Gone 3:57
- 3 Instructions 3:11
- 4 Christoph’s (interlude) 0:50
- 5 Wanna Be Myself 4:36
- 6 Everything Is Everything 4:04
- 7 Origami 2:37
- 8 Solar Eclipse 2:08
- 9 I, Me, Myself 3:29
- 10 Now, Later, Next 2:46
- 11 Speed 2:46
- 12 Breakdown 2:46
- 13 Faithful 4:26
- 14 Wicked Game 4:17
- 15 Bad Bad News! 2:51
- 16 No More 2:50
- 17 Running Wild (Tumblr Girls 2) 3:52
- 18 Time 4:37
- 19 Gerald 4:40
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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