When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?
by Billie Eilish
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7.7

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  1. Roudicreidisson
    May 20, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Maravilhoso, um dos melhores álbuns desse ano com toda a certeza. Espero que ela ganhe um Grammy… Expand
  2. hzy0421
    May 13, 2019
    4
    Never liked the mental health/ substance abuse theme probably because there are no actual roots for it. Also the constant distortion effect and mumbling vocal style are so annoying that the last guitar songs even felt a bit fresh to me.
  3. Julia1d
    May 12, 2019
    8
    É uma ótima narrativa entrelaçada que segue um movimento contínuo e fluido de “demonios” presentes na paralisia do sono.
  4. richrd
    May 9, 2019
    4
    This is a super generic 'im edgy' pop album. The same repetitive effects are used on every song and she relies on her 'deep' lyrics to soothe the population. One or two songs are catchy, but they're not worth buying the entire album for. I really liked dont smile at me because it displayed her vocals nicely.
  5. Ieavegetout
    May 1, 2019
    10
    Last year, I thought Billie Eilish was just another tumblr kid. Back in fall 2018 I really fell in love with her EP and her singles from this album. The album finally came out at the end of March, my most anticipated album this year, and I LOVED IT! She is so cool! She reminds me of Fiona Apple but she is much more mainstream. Also love how she does lots of ballads which are becomingLast year, I thought Billie Eilish was just another tumblr kid. Back in fall 2018 I really fell in love with her EP and her singles from this album. The album finally came out at the end of March, my most anticipated album this year, and I LOVED IT! She is so cool! She reminds me of Fiona Apple but she is much more mainstream. Also love how she does lots of ballads which are becoming obsolete nowadays. I find it funny how it's always the least expected artists that make it big and resonate with the GP. She's doing really well right now. Best wishes to her!… Expand
  6. longjetty7
    Apr 26, 2019
    5
    This is an interesting album, though a bit overrated in my opinion. I like the creepy/dark vibe of the album cover and songs like Bury a Friend and Bad Guy, but I think the album would have been much stronger if she had stuck with that sound more consistently. Instead, about half the tracks have a bit of an old-fashioned feel to them, 8 and Xanny in particular, which kind of ruins theThis is an interesting album, though a bit overrated in my opinion. I like the creepy/dark vibe of the album cover and songs like Bury a Friend and Bad Guy, but I think the album would have been much stronger if she had stuck with that sound more consistently. Instead, about half the tracks have a bit of an old-fashioned feel to them, 8 and Xanny in particular, which kind of ruins the effect. In addition, ending the album with 3 slow tracks was not a good decision, in my opinion. I think if she had chosen the best 6 or 7 tracks this could have been a pretty good EP.

    Standout tracks: When the Party's Over, My Strange Addiction, Bury a Friend    … Expand
  7. ScreenScraggy22
    Apr 25, 2019
    9
    Vey unique album. Has a mostly dark tone with a few bright moments thrown in. Definitely one of the most creative albums in recent time. when the party's over is absolutely amazing.
  8. gabrielcipriano
    Apr 25, 2019
    10
    Billie was one of the few artists that got me just on the first album. She brought such a snap of the dark but the light at the end and her sweet and soft voice of the will to listen, over and over again. This is good in an album because it does not bring fatigue and power to stop listening. Sensational.
  9. ZeRaLoGe
    Apr 19, 2019
    10
    I don't have words. Solid album. The production is on point. The lyrics are killer. I don't know, I love this.
  10. jpegmafia
    Apr 16, 2019
    4
    I'm gonna be real with you. I vibe with bad guy and bury a friend. But everything else is pretty boring and not as "experiemental" or "groundbreaking" as everyone says it is.
  11. punkisdead
    Apr 16, 2019
    7
    As a debut album this is a great combo of music and voice, we seem to forget that Billie only has 18 years. Some of the songs are slow and do not have the vibe of the album but her voice is nothing extraordinary but it works perfectly.
  12. trey_willi
    Apr 14, 2019
    7
    Overall, a solid project. Love some of the slower/ darker tracks towards the end. Production is A+. No complaints.
  13. jmo
    Apr 14, 2019
    6
    While Billie Eilish's Debut Album features snappier production, catchier hooks and a more diverse sound her major label full length album falls apart from weak lyrics and a not fully capitalized dark aesthetic. Once in a while you can find sticky, memorable and even sometimes funny lyrics like in Bad Guy where Billie mentions "Seducing Your Dad." But Most of the time Billie's lyrics relyWhile Billie Eilish's Debut Album features snappier production, catchier hooks and a more diverse sound her major label full length album falls apart from weak lyrics and a not fully capitalized dark aesthetic. Once in a while you can find sticky, memorable and even sometimes funny lyrics like in Bad Guy where Billie mentions "Seducing Your Dad." But Most of the time Billie's lyrics rely on cliches and a overtly fake deep emo persona. Despite all of these gripes i still find some of this record enjoyable. The Dark melodic and bass heavy "Bad Guy" is a great intro to the album and the albums outro "I love you" sees the most lyrical and heartfelt we've seen Billie on a track ever. Songs like this hint to the potential of Billie but tracks like the contradictory titled "All Good Girls go to Hell" is just what annoys me about Billie. Her fake deep persona and cliches are all on display on this track and shows just what critics and fans dislike about Billie's music. Deeper into the tracklist we find more oddball tracks like 8 where Billie sounds like she is literally 8. The Effects put onto this track don't enhance the vibe or have any deeper meaning. Even Ignoring the vocal effects the production on this track is meh and Billie's lyrics don't change my opinion on this track. Overall Billie's Debut album has a few killer tracks but more is hinting at her potential as a young figure in pop music. If you're a Billie Fan this album will be right up your alley but for any hater this album will surely not change your opinion on Billie's music.

    Favorite Tracks: Bad Guy, Listen Before I Go, I love you, ilomilo, wish you were gay
    Worst Tracks: All Good Girls Go to Hell, 8

    Overall: 6/10    … Expand
  14. theanomalydiary
    Apr 13, 2019
    10
    This album is very well produced. The moody beats, the whispering vocals, the themes covered, the different genres. Perfection. A solid 10/10 to me. It was definitely worth the wait. My top 3 songs at the moment are ‘bad guy’, ‘all good girls go to hell’ and ‘ilomilo’. Billie Eilish gave us what we needed in a debut album. This is the start to a big pop revolution that no one is ready for.This album is very well produced. The moody beats, the whispering vocals, the themes covered, the different genres. Perfection. A solid 10/10 to me. It was definitely worth the wait. My top 3 songs at the moment are ‘bad guy’, ‘all good girls go to hell’ and ‘ilomilo’. Billie Eilish gave us what we needed in a debut album. This is the start to a big pop revolution that no one is ready for.
  15. Herntzjrt
    Apr 12, 2019
    8
    the start of the album is not very good, but from 'bury a friend' it's too good.
  16. noalygh
    Apr 10, 2019
    1
    The intention is clear, as creepy and hysterical sounds are forcefully put with soft music, that Billie and her brother are just trying to copy Lana Del Rey or Melanie Martinez because they think it would be a good formula to gain success in alternative. The ghosty look of the album cover and all non-capital song titles also prove how bad Billie is trying to look artistic and cool. To me,The intention is clear, as creepy and hysterical sounds are forcefully put with soft music, that Billie and her brother are just trying to copy Lana Del Rey or Melanie Martinez because they think it would be a good formula to gain success in alternative. The ghosty look of the album cover and all non-capital song titles also prove how bad Billie is trying to look artistic and cool. To me, it just sounds like dead and lifeless music stiffly stay in the same pattern for the whole album. The music is the same old sad slow song, with low volume and high pitch, but really doesn't offer good melodies and aesthetic values. Unlike Lorde and Lana Del Rey, who people compare her with, Ellie is a rip off version who doesn't know how to write songs with passion nor meaningful lyrics.… Expand
  17. solideater
    Apr 9, 2019
    9
    sometimes billie says weird things for a 17 yo but the production on this record slaps
  18. maaoos
    Apr 9, 2019
    9
    Billie expresses in a clear and beautiful manner her dark and vibrant genius. The combination between FINNEAS stunning production and Billie’s angelic voice makes out of this debut album a total beauty with so many pleasing songs
  19. redgregory
    Apr 8, 2019
    8
    The cartoonish undertone turn Billie’s inescapable mental hurt into a silly haunted maze with funnel cake waiting on the other side. She isn’t the victim of some elusive villain playing her sadness, she is the villain, she has control, she has an exit. Unlike most Pop artists coming off an Ep of accessible hits, it’s quite impressive to find Billie presenting a cohesive sound palette thatThe cartoonish undertone turn Billie’s inescapable mental hurt into a silly haunted maze with funnel cake waiting on the other side. She isn’t the victim of some elusive villain playing her sadness, she is the villain, she has control, she has an exit. Unlike most Pop artists coming off an Ep of accessible hits, it’s quite impressive to find Billie presenting a cohesive sound palette that still carries great replay value.… Expand
  20. NETMUSIC
    Apr 7, 2019
    8
    Dark, creepy, and captivating. Great first album from Billie! Favourite songs from the record are 'bury a friend', 'bad guy' and 'my strange addiction'.
  21. JayB3ar
    Apr 6, 2019
    9
    Billie's album is a not exactly a surprise, but it definitely passes certain standards many modern singers don't pass. She dives deep into her emotions with every song seeming creatively influenced. The quality is fine to my personal opinion, the vocals aren't challenging but unique, and the lyrics help create beauty in every song. I fell in love with how her ability creates a pretty damnBillie's album is a not exactly a surprise, but it definitely passes certain standards many modern singers don't pass. She dives deep into her emotions with every song seeming creatively influenced. The quality is fine to my personal opinion, the vocals aren't challenging but unique, and the lyrics help create beauty in every song. I fell in love with how her ability creates a pretty damn good storyline. Her songs are also really strange, but that good strange. For example, Xanny's loud vibrations warp her voice in such a way where the sound becomes my strange addiction (ha get it.)

    If you will not listen to the whole album, I recommend listening to "Xanny," "i love you," "wish you were gay", and "all the good girls go to hell". "my strange addiction," "listen before you go," and "you should see me in a crown," were all very good. "8," "ilomilo," and "bury a friend," we're all okay. "bad guy" was the only song I could describe as talking. Then there was "!!!!!!!" which wasn't a song, and "goodbye," which was a mix of all songs, that made a beautiful bop.

    No songs can be described as bad, they all have their weak sides. I think you need to be in the right mood to fully feel the feels, otherwise, it may not be a monumentally amazing piece. Together the imperfections make the album perfect.    … Expand
  22. Chapyy
    Apr 6, 2019
    9
    The key words are 17 years old... SHE'S 17! at that age, being able to come up with such a complete album, it's says a lot on what is coming in the following years from Billie. Almost every songs give me chills every single time i listen to them. Yes, i consider myself as a fan, but i was scared that her album would go 5 directions For all those reasons, i give it a 9/10.
  23. CallMeIzOrBella
    Apr 4, 2019
    10
    Absolutely love her album. I think it's refreshing in an era filled with monochrome pop beats and chords. It really strikes the hearts of teenagers, singing about problems that many others are afraid to touch. Pure, simple, yet genius.
  24. rosuxx
    Apr 3, 2019
    10
    perfeito! o hype para esse album estava enorme, e a billie cumpriu seu papel, trouxe letras e uma produção impecável, álbum bastante coeso e um ótimo debut!
  25. Vincent
    Apr 3, 2019
    3
    Billie wears her abominable behavior proudly on her sleeve, with creeping vocalizer effects and brooding bass. Perhaps it would work if her rise to fame was more organic. It's hard not to hear the boardroom of old, white executives at Interscope snickering as they unleash this cacophony onto the masses. Maybe it's time they stop trying to give youth culture a hellish ethos and just retire already.
  26. JazGalaxy
    Apr 2, 2019
    8
    I started this adventure out by hearing “Bury A Friend” on the radio and being utterly blown away. I got on the internet to find out who the artist was only to find that this “Billie Eilish” character is so,etching of a “thing” right now and I had no idea. I immediately sought out the record and within just a few tracks had determined that I was listening to a new classic along the linesI started this adventure out by hearing “Bury A Friend” on the radio and being utterly blown away. I got on the internet to find out who the artist was only to find that this “Billie Eilish” character is so,etching of a “thing” right now and I had no idea. I immediately sought out the record and within just a few tracks had determined that I was listening to a new classic along the lines of Garbage 2.0 or Fiona Apple’s Tidal. But as the album wore on I found myself being less excited with Billy’s flat vocal performance over the course of the album. I enjoy her style, but it seems identical in a[roach on every single track. The manic, textured, screeching and thumping production cannot cover what feels like an uninspired vocal approach. Vary the energy, vary the volume, change the key or vary the mic placement. Do SOMEthing to mix it up, the end result is that the strongest songs like Bury A Friend are made weaker by how similar they sound to any other song on the album.

    Still 9/10. Just not as instant a classic as I was hoping for.    … Expand
  27. joethealien
    Apr 2, 2019
    9
    I really wasn't expecting to enjoy this album as much as I do. "Xanny" legitimately gives me an Aladdin Sane/Mike Garson vibe with the glammy piano and smoky vocals, and that's high praise indeed coming from someone who stans Bowie! "When the Party's Over" reminds me a bit of Fiona Apple and Banks, all powerful, stirring vocals paired with striking lyrics. "Bad Guy" smacks—in the words ofI really wasn't expecting to enjoy this album as much as I do. "Xanny" legitimately gives me an Aladdin Sane/Mike Garson vibe with the glammy piano and smoky vocals, and that's high praise indeed coming from someone who stans Bowie! "When the Party's Over" reminds me a bit of Fiona Apple and Banks, all powerful, stirring vocals paired with striking lyrics. "Bad Guy" smacks—in the words of Eilish herself—and overall is an empowering, strutting bop that would be a welcome presence on the radio. Really, this album is a fantastic debut, and y'all *should* believe the hype. Pop music like this is truly what the zeitgeist needs!… Expand
  28. MusicSpy
    Apr 2, 2019
    7
    Overall, the album does it’s job. O’conells work felt so good on most tracks, with creepy and noisy sounds that kinda mark Eilish’s own music style, but unfortunally it kinda pass it’s concept and the track-transition felt forced sometimes like “all the good girls go to hell” to “wish you were gay”, and especially on the introduction, it didn’t passed the real vibe of the album and makedOverall, the album does it’s job. O’conells work felt so good on most tracks, with creepy and noisy sounds that kinda mark Eilish’s own music style, but unfortunally it kinda pass it’s concept and the track-transition felt forced sometimes like “all the good girls go to hell” to “wish you were gay”, and especially on the introduction, it didn’t passed the real vibe of the album and maked it a little incohesive, like, i literally listened 2x times to it and didn’t understood what’s the point of the album overall. But, due to the sick production and some good lyrics by the O’conells, “WHEN WE ALL FALL ASLEEP, WHERE DO WE GO” is a listenable and good album to feel calm and noisy at the same time. (6.8/10)… Expand
  29. ImBathory
    Apr 2, 2019
    4
    I don’t know where we all go when we go to sleep but I do know that I almost fell asleep listening to this.
  30. ben_
    Apr 2, 2019
    10
    SO GOOD, the 0's are just sad haters trying to feel diferent and mature, but you should listen to the album and make your own opinion. I said opinion, not garbagetalk
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  1. musicOMH.com
    Dec 3, 2019
    80
    When We All Fall Asleep Where Do We Go? is a startlingly good introduction to Billie Eilish, an album full of attitude but with the talent to back it up. Where she goes from here will be fascinating to see.
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  2. Austin Chronicle
    Oct 4, 2019
    89
    The 17-year-old sensation takes pop iconography and musical status quo and lacerates it, opting out of femme fatale for tomboy cargos and goth macabre, and sleek soundscapes for creepy eccentrics.
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  3. Q Magazine
    Apr 9, 2019
    80
    This surprising, haunting album will speak powerfully both to her peers and to anyone who remembers how youth can sometimes feel like an overwhelming weight. [Jun 2019, p.110]
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