Is When It's Dark Out a good place to start with G-Eazy?

Yes, When It's Dark Out is recommended as a starting point for new G-Eazy listeners. A mix of introspective lyrics and melodic hooks layered over polished hip-hop beats that reflect personal struggles and nightlife indulgence. When It's Dark Out is G-Eazy's second studio album, following his breakthrough with the 2014 release, These Things Happen. At this point in his career, he was transitioning from an emerging artist to a mainstream figure, leveraging collaborations with established artists to expand his reach.

Who is When It's Dark Out for?

When It's Dark Out works well if you're into steady flow with reflective moments, introspective lyrics for quiet nights and infectious beats for late drives.

How many songs are on When It's Dark Out?

When It's Dark Out has 17 tracks, running approximately 61 minutes.

When It's Dark Out

G-Eazy · 2015

61 min · 17 tracks · hip-hop

A mix of introspective lyrics and melodic hooks layered over polished hip-hop beats that reflect personal struggles and nightlife indulgence.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Random Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Me, Myself & I — This track features a catchy chorus and explores themes of self-reliance and independence, making it an anthem for listeners grappling with their identity.
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Drifting — Combining smooth production with reflective lyrics, this collaboration with fellow artists showcases G-Eazy's versatility and ability to navigate emotional complexities in relationships.
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Sad Boy — With its raw vulnerability, this track encapsulates feelings of loneliness and anxiety, resonating deeply with many fans who relate to the pressures of fame.
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Everything Will Be OK — This closing track offers a hopeful perspective amidst darker themes found throughout the album, showcasing G-Eazy's growth and resilience.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album blends introspective lyrics with catchy production but lacks standout depth and cohesion across its length.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of melodic hooks that recur throughout multiple tracks, creating a cohesive sound.
Several tracks employ layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the emotional impact of the lyrics.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

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

steady flow with reflective moments
introspective lyrics for quiet nights
infectious beats for late drives
gradual peaks in emotional depth

Maybe skip if you

seeking instant gratification
prefer standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This album solidified G-Eazy's reputation after his initial success.
Themes: nightlife indulgence· self-reliance anthems· loneliness in fame
Career context: When It's Dark Out is G-Eazy's second studio album, following his breakthrough with the 2014 release, These Things Happen. At this point in his career, he was transitioning from an emerging artist to a mainstream figure, leveraging collaborations with established artists to expand his reach.
Stylistic neighbors: Post Malone· Logic· Machine Gun Kelly