The album debuted at number three on the Billboard 200, and number one on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums, with first-week sales of 47,000 copies in the United States. He added that G-Eazy's lyricism works best when he explores inward in response to the world around him and displays glimpses of humanity that should be more prominent, saying 'While one does get the feeling that there’s a better album somewhere inside of him, These Things Happen shows promise.' Commercial performance Pitchfork contributor David Drake noted how the record was 'moody and atmospheric' throughout its production and G-Eazy's musicianship takes cues from Kendrick Lamar ('Opportunity Cost', 'Downtown Love'), Big Sean ('I Mean It') and Dom Kennedy ('Tumblr Girls'). The album received mainly positive reviews. Critical reception Professional ratings Review scores
