I Don't Like Shit: I Don't Go Outside
by Earl Sweatshirt
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8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 224 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 202 out of 224
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 224
  3. Negative: 8 out of 224
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  1. Mourad_David
    Mar 23, 2015
    9
    Grimy grotesque production with Earl rapping with emotion & lots of confidence in his voice. Short in time, but dense in material. Earl beginning to perfect his sound.
  2. AlecSweatshirt
    Dec 4, 2015
    9
    This album is a dark interlude into Earl's world. From the various piano beats to Sweatshirts delivery on this project, this LP is aesthetically pleasing. It's also good to see Earl becoming the artist he really wants to be.
  3. meatymichael
    Mar 25, 2015
    8
    good album. could be longer, though. I enjoyed Earl's reclusive and personalized production style and the eerie lo-fi melody-driven beats compliment Earl's dry sound very well.
  4. childofthe90s
    Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Earl has done it again. dope album from start to finish. "Grief" is my favorite song on there. Doris was banging too but when he surprise us with this album, it was out of the blue and i was like "wow!".
  5. Twisty
    Mar 25, 2015
    7
    Earl comes here with less variety but more mature lyrics than in his previous works. The production fits well with the style he's going thoughout the album. Certainly the most surprising thing for me is the fact he has literally put all of him in this project. No featured artists, only one featured producer. A proof that shows Earl Sweatshirt as a great artist and one of the rappers youEarl comes here with less variety but more mature lyrics than in his previous works. The production fits well with the style he's going thoughout the album. Certainly the most surprising thing for me is the fact he has literally put all of him in this project. No featured artists, only one featured producer. A proof that shows Earl Sweatshirt as a great artist and one of the rappers you should look at nowadays.… Expand
  6. coltylocks
    Mar 24, 2015
    8
    An inspired album, Earl seems to be taking himself further away from the shock rap that he began with, the minimalist beats allow him slither through the off kilter piano beautifully. Song for song this album is not as good as Doris, but its cohesiveness both thematically and sonically make this an album worth listening to. Earl lets the listener in to his mind, dark thoughts and all. ThisAn inspired album, Earl seems to be taking himself further away from the shock rap that he began with, the minimalist beats allow him slither through the off kilter piano beautifully. Song for song this album is not as good as Doris, but its cohesiveness both thematically and sonically make this an album worth listening to. Earl lets the listener in to his mind, dark thoughts and all. This is an album to be enjoyed in full, and to appreciate and artists growth… Expand
  7. johnbrenner
    Apr 16, 2015
    8
    For some reason, darker music, especially rap music with darker themes, has always appealed to me. This album feels like it was recorded in a pitch black room with nothing but Earl's pure emotion spilled into its tracks. The production isn't too complex but still envelops the listener into Earl's universe. All the tracks on here are arguably better than anything he released on Doris. IFor some reason, darker music, especially rap music with darker themes, has always appealed to me. This album feels like it was recorded in a pitch black room with nothing but Earl's pure emotion spilled into its tracks. The production isn't too complex but still envelops the listener into Earl's universe. All the tracks on here are arguably better than anything he released on Doris. I definitely see a maturity in Earl's approach to his work. The whole work feels very raw. Mantra is, for me, the standout track on this album.… Expand
  8. elFresco
    Mar 26, 2015
    10
    this album is a **** masterpiece, that intro huey is on some other **** and theres some other diamonds in there too such as off top, wool and AM // Radio
    earls wordplay and internal rhyme set him apart from the crowd and put him up there with the legendary mf doom
    this is by far better than kendricks bull**** to pimp a butterfly, earl is staying true to hip hop and his dirty underground    this album is a **** masterpiece, that intro huey is on some other **** and theres some other diamonds in there too such as off top, wool and AM // Radio
    earls wordplay and internal rhyme set him apart from the crowd and put him up there with the legendary mf doom
    this is by far better than kendricks bull**** to pimp a butterfly, earl is staying true to hip hop and his dirty underground **** which is what i like he dont care if the mainstream hate his **** unlike kendrick    … Expand
  9. Spangle
    Mar 30, 2015
    8
    Overall, I Don't Like **** I Don't Go Outside is a major improvement over Doris. While this album can still be quite slow and boring at times, its short length works in its favor as it is so short, it is nearly impossible for the whole thing to bore you. This one has great production and great rapping throughout, which are also major pluses. While far from a great album, this one didOverall, I Don't Like **** I Don't Go Outside is a major improvement over Doris. While this album can still be quite slow and boring at times, its short length works in its favor as it is so short, it is nearly impossible for the whole thing to bore you. This one has great production and great rapping throughout, which are also major pluses. While far from a great album, this one did honestly surprise me. My only worry is replay value, as even now, I wonder how much I will be listening to this one in a month's time.… Expand
  10. ben_zo77
    Feb 7, 2016
    7
    IDLSIDGO showcases Earl Sweatshirt's fantastic monotone technical rapping skills, but I just don't think it's an elite album. Elite rapping doesn't necessarily mean an elite album sonically, and I think this is the case here. I just don't think most of the songs are that great, in contrast to what many professional, and amateur, reviewers say. However, Wool (featuring Vince Staples) is anIDLSIDGO showcases Earl Sweatshirt's fantastic monotone technical rapping skills, but I just don't think it's an elite album. Elite rapping doesn't necessarily mean an elite album sonically, and I think this is the case here. I just don't think most of the songs are that great, in contrast to what many professional, and amateur, reviewers say. However, Wool (featuring Vince Staples) is an incredible, incredible song. Despite my relative shortcomings towards the album, I'm still looking forward to Sweatshirt's next project. ~ 7.4/10
    Best track: "Wool" (feat. Vince Staples)    … Expand
  11. JIntel
    Aug 3, 2015
    9
    I Don't Like **** I Don't Go Outside is a great album. Following up Doris, Earl Sweatshirt shows his maturity production wise and lyrically. He dropped that monotonous flow and raps with more aggression than he did on his previous tapes. The album would've been better if he could've lightened the mood but this isn't an album to vibe to. IDLSIDGO is fully digested when sitting down andI Don't Like **** I Don't Go Outside is a great album. Following up Doris, Earl Sweatshirt shows his maturity production wise and lyrically. He dropped that monotonous flow and raps with more aggression than he did on his previous tapes. The album would've been better if he could've lightened the mood but this isn't an album to vibe to. IDLSIDGO is fully digested when sitting down and listening to all of the lyrics.

    Favorite tracks: Huey, Mantra, Faucet, Off Top, DNA, Wool
    Least Favorite: Grief    … Expand
  12. TheEpisodeGuy
    Oct 26, 2015
    9
    Earl has always been true lyricist, but in comparison to his older work, I Don't Like **** shows how far Earl has come and matured. He puts himself and emotions out there for the world to see, with dealing with addiction to his relationship with his mother. With very dark, depressing beats to support his dark lyrics. His topic matter is no longer as evil as it used to be, and now it's veryEarl has always been true lyricist, but in comparison to his older work, I Don't Like **** shows how far Earl has come and matured. He puts himself and emotions out there for the world to see, with dealing with addiction to his relationship with his mother. With very dark, depressing beats to support his dark lyrics. His topic matter is no longer as evil as it used to be, and now it's very for the average listener to relate Earl. I Don't Like **** I Don't Go Outside is arguably his best project, and if you're a true fan of hip-hop I'd recommend you to check it out, and if you're completely new to Earl, this is a good project to start with as your introduction to Earl Sweatshirt.… Expand
  13. cecil_
    Jun 2, 2015
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If you think this album is gonna follow in the direction that Earl's last album 'Doris' followed, think again. This album is a much more personal and definitely more independent album by Earl. This album is full of dark and gritty lyrics that deal with Earl's relationship with his Mother, a breakup, Earl's depression and other dark themes. There is lo-fi and atmospheric production that borrows elements from soul, jazz and minimalistic music. This album is also quite shorter than 'Doris', with its running time just being under 30 minutes, aswell as 10 tracks, but this album is definitely worth a listen. This is an album best listened to at midnight, by yourself. It may take a few listens, but it definetly grows on you.… Expand
  14. TalentlessHack
    Dec 31, 2015
    8
    Who would've thought that an album would be just as enthralling (and as engaging) as it's predecessor ,while stripping every aspect down to it's bare minimum.

    With less features, less songs, simple production and with Earl being more straightforward and present, IDLS:IDGO within it's 30 minute run time takes you back and forward through the dry and depressing soundscape of the    Who would've thought that an album would be just as enthralling (and as engaging) as it's predecessor ,while stripping every aspect down to it's bare minimum.

    With less features, less songs, simple production and with Earl being more straightforward and present, IDLS:IDGO within it's 30 minute run time takes you back and forward through the dry and depressing soundscape of the California rapper.

    The album's biggest highlight is definitely the two hit combo of "Faucet" and "Grief". These two songs will make anybody feel down in an instant...

    IDLS:IDGO is one solid album from Earl Sweatshirt. Dark, simple and straightfoward. Although not everybody might be a fan of this direction when compared to Doris.

    PS: Respect for Na'kel on the song DNA. Mad respect.

    Fav Tracks: Faucet, Grief, Off Top, DNA, Wool
    Least Fav Track: AM // Radio    … Expand
  15. ParallelPlatypu
    Aug 1, 2017
    9
    I just love the atmosphere of this album- production is interesting and Earl to the maximum. While on Doris, Earl played with bars in a more contrived and 'for the point of it' fashion, each line on IDLSIDGO seems to punch with the weight of experience and emotion. Much love for this album
  16. inaureoled
    Jul 30, 2017
    9
    This mo'f*cker I'm'a say the name one, two, three times: Earl Sweatshirt, Earl Sweatshirt, Earl Sweatshirt. My review is not up to standard; please keep reading.
  17. minimumhatred
    Jun 16, 2018
    9
    This album is incredibly potent for being barely thirty minutes it is a pretty dark experience while also feeling like an amazing journey through his psyche as an aritst, I just wish that this album was a little longer or atleast felt like it was a little longer, because the short runtime still feels relatively short on this album unlike projects that are sometimes shorter than this butThis album is incredibly potent for being barely thirty minutes it is a pretty dark experience while also feeling like an amazing journey through his psyche as an aritst, I just wish that this album was a little longer or atleast felt like it was a little longer, because the short runtime still feels relatively short on this album unlike projects that are sometimes shorter than this but also feel longer.… Expand
  18. All_ButTrU4
    Nov 24, 2021
    7
    album is perfect for those days when you just want to keep to yourself, when you feel like no one can be trusted. It's for anyone who has ever had the desire to forget their responsibilities and just make some damn music.
  19. ddidid
    Oct 4, 2019
    10
    I want to rate it a 9.3+ but I cannot also just give it a 9. It is my second favourite album right now, helps me a lot. I want to tell everybody that downrated this album they most probably are too happy or ignorant to look up the not averagely deep lyrics and beats. This is a God damned masterpiece and you can't just say it sucks, simply DNA makes up for example, iggy's or cardi's entireI want to rate it a 9.3+ but I cannot also just give it a 9. It is my second favourite album right now, helps me a lot. I want to tell everybody that downrated this album they most probably are too happy or ignorant to look up the not averagely deep lyrics and beats. This is a God damned masterpiece and you can't just say it sucks, simply DNA makes up for example, iggy's or cardi's entire discography.… Expand
  20. andrilitvynchuk
    Aug 12, 2023
    9
    Underrated great album. It makes me sad even when I think about it…………………..

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81

Universal acclaim - based on 31 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 31
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 31
  3. Negative: 0 out of 31
  1. The Wire
    May 15, 2015
    80
    IDLSIDGO is monumental in its willingness to just be a great rap album. [May 2015, p.59]
  2. Austin Chronicle
    Apr 30, 2015
    89
    Earl Sweatshirt finally reconciles those influences and the voices inside his own head on sophomore effort I Don't Like Shit, I Don't Go Outside.
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  3. Mojo
    Apr 20, 2015
    80
    This portrait of the artist might be a gloomy, oppressive one but it’s grimly fascinating nevertheless.
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