Everything Will Be Alright in the End
by Weezer
  • Record Label: Island
  • Release Date: Oct 7, 2014
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8.4

Universal acclaim- based on 373 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 37 out of 373
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  1. Danorganplayer
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    A fantastic return for Weezer that brings the focus back to an album format experience. A concept album that has three themes involving loss, and coming back when all is lost in a triumphant way. Some of the best material the band has put out since Pinkerton. I highly recommend everyone buy it!
    Highlights:
    Ain't Got Nobody The British Are Coming Cleopatra Foolish Father Futurescope    A fantastic return for Weezer that brings the focus back to an album format experience. A concept album that has three themes involving loss, and coming back when all is lost in a triumphant way. Some of the best material the band has put out since Pinkerton. I highly recommend everyone buy it!
    Highlights:
    Ain't Got Nobody
    The British Are Coming
    Cleopatra
    Foolish Father
    Futurescope trilogy ( it's a three song suite!)    … Expand
  2. CunningRHino
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    Their best work since Pinkerton. Easily the third best weezer album. Amazing song writing, great guitar work, and clever lyrics. Who knew they could come back after so many years and albums.
  3. Cobweb
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Absolutely brilliant. I love this album so much. It's been forever since Weezer has made an album like this. Best since Pinkerton easily.

    Favorite songs are "Da Vinci" and "Foolish Father."
  4. sampier
    Oct 10, 2014
    10
    I wasn't quite sure what to expect following the lackluster release of the the first single. As a long time Weezer fan I found the songwriting quite lazy. I understood the apologetic element to the song referring to when the band went slightly off track in order to try and make Chart-Topping music with Raditude. However, Hurley was a quick- almost instinctual attempt at reverting thatI wasn't quite sure what to expect following the lackluster release of the the first single. As a long time Weezer fan I found the songwriting quite lazy. I understood the apologetic element to the song referring to when the band went slightly off track in order to try and make Chart-Topping music with Raditude. However, Hurley was a quick- almost instinctual attempt at reverting that endeavor with a more rock sounding album. The more I listened to "Shack", the more my faith grew for what was to come. The fact that there was a guitar solo, an excellent bridge and its statement got me excited. Once the teasers came along my expectations grew and grew and I was not let down. I have listened to this album countless times (Which is more than I can say about the critics AKA NME's brutal review that did not even have the facts correct). This album is excellent as it is brave, bold, oldschool and still full of classic Weezer hooks. It is always a great sign when you find yourself unable to pick a favorite. I keep coming back to the Futurescope trilogy knowing in my head that if this song was only ever found in the vast dungeon of Weezer demos(Album five etc) there would be so many of us begging to see it on an album and that is where this album is brave and it gets the highest score for me because of this. Many bands fall into their own comfort zone and fail to evolve. This album is an encapsulation of past, present and future all in one. My album of the year and I've listened to many including some of the higher/est rated ones here on Metacritic. This album puts them to shame.… Expand
  5. Miikeru
    Oct 10, 2014
    10
    The entire album just feels like a journey from the first song to the last, I'm not entirely sure how to explain it. It's an album that sounds how you'd think a matured Weezer should sound, It's pretty much the album Weezer fans have been waiting for... Everything's alright in the end.
  6. dinklsoons
    May 5, 2015
    10
    I had hopes for this album, but this, this FAR exceeded my expectations. After years upon years of screwing around. Weezer finally gave us another classic. I love all the songs with very little let down in this album. The entire album is in your face loud bass, drums, and guitar. The lyrics are great for any long time Weezer fans due to its overly apologetic tone. While the firstI had hopes for this album, but this, this FAR exceeded my expectations. After years upon years of screwing around. Weezer finally gave us another classic. I love all the songs with very little let down in this album. The entire album is in your face loud bass, drums, and guitar. The lyrics are great for any long time Weezer fans due to its overly apologetic tone. While the first half of this album is great. The second half really takes it home. Especially with Foolish Father and the Trilogy. Definitely a must have for any Weezer fan.… Expand
  7. PitchforkSucks
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    I love every single track on this album. Yes, even Shack. It's old Weezer but with different experimentation. My favorite track is either Eulogy or Ain't Got Nobody... Or Lonely Girl, Trilogy, Go Away... etc. lol
  8. thelonious1111
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Personally think this is the best album since Pinkerton. Amazing sound. Sounds like old Weezer mixed with something new and it works so well. Great album
  9. godwinkent888
    Nov 8, 2014
    10
    Probably their best album since Pinkerton. I love love love this album, it's so nostalgic hearing Weezer go back to their older musical style. :))))))
  10. Bblunty
    Oct 11, 2014
    10
    Amazing work. Guitar is not dead, ROCK is not dead. Rivers and the gang really bring it with roaring guitar solos and catchy and emotional lyrics. All I can say is that the final three songs literally bring me joy every time I hear them back to back.
  11. RicoPL
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    This album is a demonstration of everything that makes Weezer great, sincerity, crunchiness, and catchiness. And what's more, while demonstrating these things, it also takes the music in directions Weezer has never explored before, it's a truly exciting listen. Weezer has returned.
  12. tylerzander
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    This album is fantastic - any die-hard Weezer fan will feel the same way. If you're a critical person, don't go into this album immediately comparing it with their classic 'Blue' album and of course the alleged benchmark Pinkerton but think of it as a new start for this critically damaged group. Every song is extremely catchy and is likely they will be stuck in your head for a very longThis album is fantastic - any die-hard Weezer fan will feel the same way. If you're a critical person, don't go into this album immediately comparing it with their classic 'Blue' album and of course the alleged benchmark Pinkerton but think of it as a new start for this critically damaged group. Every song is extremely catchy and is likely they will be stuck in your head for a very long time.
    Highlights for me :
    - the build up in the opening track Ain't Got Nobody that sets the riff centric tone for the whole album
    - the very catchy guitars and Rivers' lyrics in I've Had it Up to Here and The British Are Coming.
    - the familiar sounding Da Vinci which reminds me a lot of El Scorcho and has a killer chorus
    - the vocal collaboration with Bethany Cosentino on Go Away is just incredible
    - the contrast of the light-hearted country sounding first half building up to the much heavier chorus in the second half where Cuomo references himself getting 'older' and 'colder'
    - the personal and catchy Foolish Father finishing with a reassuring 'everything will be alright in the end' chorus
    - and when we think it's all over, the Futurescope Trilogy comes out of nowhere with a fantastic instrumental where Rivers lets the guitar do all the talking and build up to the heartbreaking Anonymous which ends on a surprising almost punk rocky finish and finally the pure hard rock guitar solo in Return to Ithaka that brings Cuomo's obsession with rock band Kiss to the stage creating a spectacular finish to a spectacular album.    … Expand
  13. alamiator
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    This is an excellent album. It takes listening to the whole everything to put the current singles in context. It is great from start to finish. I am a huge fan of all the guitar solos. I am not a hater on their music after Pinkerton like other "hard-core" Weezer fans, but I think it is a great step in the right direction. I was in AW the first time I got to listen to the whole albumThis is an excellent album. It takes listening to the whole everything to put the current singles in context. It is great from start to finish. I am a huge fan of all the guitar solos. I am not a hater on their music after Pinkerton like other "hard-core" Weezer fans, but I think it is a great step in the right direction. I was in AW the first time I got to listen to the whole album straight through. It was great.… Expand
  14. guitwiz
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Weezer proves that they are more than a niche by bringing back the classic sound that made them famous. While the album still has it's fair share of quirkiness, the overbearing, cringe-worthy lyrics that plagued Raditude and Hurley have been replaced with heartfelt sincerity. It's good to have a 3rd classic Weezer album to put up next to Pinkerton and The Blue Album
  15. ThinWhiteDuke
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    By far, the best Weezer album since Pinkerton. For once, there's a Weezer album that actually sounds like an album rather than a collection of songs, the lyrics are relatable, and the songs are both complex and catchy. It's not exactly the return to the Blue album that they were planning, but rather a modernization of its sound. Instead of trying to imitate his past, Rivers is looking backBy far, the best Weezer album since Pinkerton. For once, there's a Weezer album that actually sounds like an album rather than a collection of songs, the lyrics are relatable, and the songs are both complex and catchy. It's not exactly the return to the Blue album that they were planning, but rather a modernization of its sound. Instead of trying to imitate his past, Rivers is looking back on it, and whereas their 90s output could sometimes have a defeatist outlook on life (mainly Pinkerton), the music here is highly optimistic. It's not blind optimism, though. Every Weezer fan, past and present, must get this!… Expand
  16. emanuelpf
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Pretty awesome songs, they didn't lose their essence, they still have their way to always sound cool and fresh. First thing I did this morning was buying their songs and it made my day great.
  17. ironbatarrow
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    This album is amazing. It's one of the best post-Pinkerton albums they have made, right next to Maladroit. The album flows really well and has a consistent as the older albums did. They were really able to recapture some of their old sound while still being a modern version of their selves that people have been awaiting for years. 10/10 album for me. Any Weezer fan should listen to this album.
  18. Jay99
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Like others have pointed out - this is what many of us have been waiting for. I have, at any rate. For the first time since the Blue Album I can say there's not one song on this entire album that I don't like. No - more than that - there's not one song on this album that I don't love. Favorite track so far: 6. When the lyrics kicked in I nearly cried. I was full-on face punched by nostalgia.
  19. njbax
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    Album as a whole is superb, really struck some many emotional chords with me. Brought back so much nostalgia and reminded me a lot of the Weezer that first came about. The hype is real. Splendid album
  20. ValAnd
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    As a lifelong Weezer fan, this album finally feels right (whatever that means). This album offers sincerity, the off-kilter, funky voice of Rivers, legitimate humor, and the catchiness of Weezer's initial days. Weezer will remain one of the bands that has unreasonable expectations due to the earth shattering significance of their first two albums, but, finally, Weezer has given the middleAs a lifelong Weezer fan, this album finally feels right (whatever that means). This album offers sincerity, the off-kilter, funky voice of Rivers, legitimate humor, and the catchiness of Weezer's initial days. Weezer will remain one of the bands that has unreasonable expectations due to the earth shattering significance of their first two albums, but, finally, Weezer has given the middle finger to everyone who has criticized them and, in doing so, found themselves.… Expand
  21. LastMejican
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    Dear eight-pound, six-ounce newborn infant Jesus...Thank you. Awesome album! And I have to agree, probably best start to finish album since Pinkerton.
  22. negativeland
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    A full album with no real dips in quality, a familiar sound with new and exciting ideas; EWBAITE is the kind of album the weezer of now should be making and I'm glad they finally did it. I'm legit proud of the weezer gang, and I can tell that they are just as proud of this record too. =w=

    IT FINALLY HAPPENED
    10/10 WE MADE IT GUYS
  23. duneschreibar
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 1994 brought the Blue album. I was barely a month old when the album released. A couple years later brought Pinkerton, an album that was shunned by most reviewers at release. While I may be "too young" to understand Weezer's impact on music at time of release, I can tell you that I know as much as any other older fan knows about the band. With that said, I have NO problem saying that this is the best record the band has made since Pinkerton. I am able to find high points in every record released, but I am also able to point out the lowpoints. This record has NO lowpoints. Sure, Back to the Shack may not be the greatest song ever released, but when listened to with the rest of the album, it sounds great. "Ain't Got Nobody" is the perfect opener, giving casual l that isteners a taste of the old Weezer that we have all longed for, mixed with a new energy. "Eulogy For A Rock Band" seems to be a homage to older bands that don't know when to quit (insert Weezer is too old joke here; they're not). "Lonely Girl" is a must-listen to any die-hard "Green" album fans. "I've Had It Up To Here" is an amazing song from all aspects, on my first listen, the falsettos by Rivers had me star struck. He's hit high notes before, but this is completely new. "The British Are Coming" is a lyrically playful, yet well put together song. I feel as if this may be the best composed song of them all, instrumentally speaking. "Da Vinci" and "Go Away" are some of my favorites, and should definitely be played on the radio, as they appeal to pop / alt / rock genres, without crossing into one genre alone. "Cleopatra" is a very unique song, with changes in time signature that could confuse the listener immediately. With that said, the solo sounds very Iron Maiden-esque to me (just my interpretation). Now on to "Foolish Father". Wow. I see this song as the closer of the album, even though there are three songs that follow. Sure, the song may seem a little "weird" at times, but for any "Blue" / "Pinkerton" fan, this song closes doors that were opened long ago. True Weezer fans understand what the father figure plays in the classic "Say It Ain't So", and this song is a complete 180 from that. If you're someone who values lyrics as much, or more than the instrumentals themselves, I recommend really listening to this song. Next comes "The Futurescope Trilogy". This is an entrance to a dimension that Weezer has never explored before. Consisting of three songs (only one having lyrics), it answers the question "can Rivers really shred?". The answer is yes. Thats all I want to give away. Please, PLEASE, listen to this album with an open mind. It is definitely in the top three for me, and a lot of other fans.… Expand
  24. nolives
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    Definitely their best album since Pinkerton. So much fun, and it sounds like they've been able to go back to their roots while still growing as a band.
  25. steveh71
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    Amazing album, a real return to form for the band. The best of the old and some adventurous new ground explored. It is right up there with their first two records.
  26. rabunzl
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    Love it. It feel its a love letter to the fans that have been there from the beginning. Its one that you need to listen to all the way through. Great album from beginning to end.
  27. nicksox
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    Easily the most complete album since Pinkerton. This is weezer through and through. From the crunchy guitars, killer solos and can't get out of your head melodies. Twenty years after the blue album and weezer is still going strong.
  28. BigPete
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    If you were ever a fan of Weezer at any time prior to 2005, you owe it to yourself to listen to this album. It is by far their best album since 1996's Pinkerton. The classic sound has returned, however, it has also evolved into something that is still fresh and new.
  29. greenless
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    This album has a lot to live up to. It's an apology for 15 years of subpar output from a band that knocked the first two out of the park. Strike that. Let's flip that baseball metaphor around. If Weezer were a pitcher, their first two albums would be perfect games, or no-hitters, at the very least. Then, like all pitchers, they had some ups and downs. You give up a couple of dingers, youThis album has a lot to live up to. It's an apology for 15 years of subpar output from a band that knocked the first two out of the park. Strike that. Let's flip that baseball metaphor around. If Weezer were a pitcher, their first two albums would be perfect games, or no-hitters, at the very least. Then, like all pitchers, they had some ups and downs. You give up a couple of dingers, you lose some games, etc. Nobody seems to remember you striking an all star out when the next guy up hits a grand slam, you know? 'Everything Will Be Alright In The End' is Weezer's first dominant shut-out in 18 years. Let's call it a 1-hitter.

    Deep, thoughtful, personal lyrics... Big crunchy guitars... Solos that will make your face consider melting. This album is great. It's just a shame that we needed 15 years of non-great albums to require this one to exist.    … Expand
  30. BMunk55
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    This is what most hard core Weezer fans have been waiting for... a return to form. It is a great mix of elements from their first four albums. If you gave up on Weezer over the past few years, this is the time to come back. Overall it is a great album. =w=
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 33
  3. Negative: 0 out of 33
  1. Classic Rock Magazine
    Dec 17, 2014
    80
    A consistently sparkling Weezer album. [Nov 2014, p.97]
  2. Absolute Punk (Staff reviews)
    Nov 11, 2014
    60
    It is not deserving of a Hurley-level bashing, and it’s too aware to be Pinkerton. It’s an album they could have made 10 years ago, but it’s also one that feels moderately current.
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  3. Mojo
    Nov 6, 2014
    80
    Mid-life crisis rarely sounded so appealing. [Nov 2014, p.90]
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