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Still Sucks
Studio album by
Limp Bizkit
ReleasedOctober 31, 2021 (2021-10-31)
Recorded2012–2021
Genre
Length31:55
LabelSuretone
Producer
Limp Bizkit chronology
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Limp Bizkit studio album chronology
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Singles from Still Sucks
  1. "Dad Vibes"
    Released: September 30, 2021

Still Sucks (stylized in all caps) is the sixth studio album by American nu metal band Limp Bizkit, released on October 31, 2021, through Suretone Records. Work on the album began in 2012,[4] but the album lingered in development hell for the next nine years. The album's lead single "Dad Vibes" was premiered at the end of a performance at Lollapalooza on August 2, 2021, and officially released on September 30, 2021, marking their first brand-new material to be released in seven years. This is the band's final album to feature longtime bassist Sam Rivers, before his death in October 2025.

Background

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After the release of Gold Cobra in 2011 and subsequent touring, Limp Bizkit left their longtime label Interscope Records in December of the same year owing to creative differences and poor sales of the album.[5] On February 24, Limp Bizkit signed with Cash Money Records, and revealed plans to release a new single, "Ready to Go", a full-length album and a sequel to their 2005 EP, The Unquestionable Truth (Part 1).[6] Cash Money co-founder Birdman said, "If we find some great talent, we're gonna embrace it. Limp Bizkit, to me, is just a perfect match for us… It was something that Fred Durst was interested in doing, and I was already a fan, and I was like, 'Let's do it.' It's good for the brand, it will bring a different look for us, and we're definitely trying to expand on that side of music."[7]

"As both an artist and someone who has signed artists, I can say without a doubt that Cash Money is at the top of their game. What attracted me to the label is not only their great taste and hustle, but their belief in their artists and the family atmosphere. [They] allow their artists to be themselves and encourage creative output and continued development."

—Vocalist Fred Durst, on why Limp Bizkit signed with Cash Money Records[8]

However, after a dispute between frontman Fred Durst over his and John Otto's "partying habits" and drug abuse, DJ Lethal was fired from the band in March 2012.[9]

Guitarist Wes Borland released a second studio album with his side project Black Light Burns in mid 2012 and toured in support of the album throughout 2012. It was only in December that the band's first offering for Cash Money was seen. A song called "Lightz (City of Angels)"[10] was prematurely leaked via YouTube. In October 2012, DJ Lethal posted an apology using his Twitter account and was accepted back by the band, but he was dismissed again and left out of their upcoming 2013 tour of the US, replaced by touring turntablist DJ Skeletor.[11][12][13]

In December 2015, Durst was rumored to possibly be holding back the release because he was not happy with the recordings.[14][15] In February 2016, Metal Injection reported that the band was still in the studio recording the new album.[16] Lethal returned to the band in 2018.[17]

Borland provided an album update in June 2021, detailing the struggles with the album:

We've probably, in the last 10 years, been in the studio to try and complete the record, I wanna say, seven times, to different studios. And we've been working on stuff, working on stuff, working on stuff. And Fred [Durst] has been consistently kind of unsatisfied with where the vision is, I guess...We probably have 35 songs recorded instrumentally, and he's done vocals on them and then thrown the vocals away — done vocals and then [gone], 'Fuck this,' [and] thrown it away. So I think he's finally at the point now where he's gonna pick a set of these songs that he's finally cool with and finish 'em and we're gonna finish the record. So, fingers crossed."[18]

At Lollapalooza in Chicago, Illinois in July 2021, the band ended their set with a song called "Dad Vibes", which Durst said is from the upcoming record. As well as this, a hip-hop track called "Turn It Up, Bitch!" according to DJ Lethal, has been used as the outro for shows in Chicago and Wallingford, with it being announced at the latter to be the fourth track from the new album.

Recording and composition

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Rapper and former labelmate Lil Wayne performed the guest vocals on "Ready to Go".

The band started working on the album in 2012, when they signed with Cash Money.[4] The single, "Ready to Go" was produced by hip hop producer Polow da Don.[4] Durst had then told Billboard that he was putting the finishing touches on the track in March 2013.[4]

In their positive review of the single, Artistdirect wrote, ""Ready to Go" feels like a band reawakened in many ways. At the same time, it's the Bizkit the world knows and loves from Significant Other and Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water".[19]

In May 2013, amidst their tour of the United States, Borland told Billboard, "We're really trying to get it hammered out here. We're done with most of the music, pretty much all the music. I've mixed two songs and have a lot more mixing to do. The lyrics and vocals are probably 30 percent done, and Fred is working as we speak, on tour." Describing the album's sound, he said, "[It's] a little more pressure-free and a little more fun. I think it's a little bit more sort of playful, taking chances, a little less pop structured type of stuff. I don't want to say it (sounds) younger, but maybe a little more carefree, musically, to where we don't over-think what we're doing. We're leaving mistakes in and going, 'Oh, that sounds great, leave that in.' That's sort of the thinking instead of polishing too much or trying to stay within the parameters of a formula."[20] He also said that producer Ross Robinson (who previously produced the band's debut album and The Unquestionable Truth (Part 1) has worked on "a little bit" of the album, along with the label's producer Detail, although it was primarily "a do-it-yourself affair."[20] He further explained the album title, saying, "[It's] just from being stupid. I think we saw a disco ball elephant in the window of a shop somewhere. We were like, 'Look, it's a disco elephant. We should call our record Stampede of the Disco Elephants.' It's just a 10-second conversation that snowballed."[20]

In an October 2018 BBC interview with Bring Me the Horizon frontman Oliver Sykes, it was revealed that he and Jordan Fish (the band's keyboardist as well as producer alongside Sykes) originally went to Los Angeles to help write the album with the band the year prior, however work on it would later be abandoned and the duo decided to move their attention towards work for the band's 2019 album Amo. According to Sykes, Durst "didn't show up most of the time" and would later say that he felt Durst was not ready to record the album yet. One of the riffs written from those sessions is used for the Bring Me the Horizon song "Wonderful Life", which appears on the Amo album.[21]

Announcement and delays

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The album was first announced in early 2012, with the intention of releasing it by the end of 2012.[7] The album suffered many delays since its announcement in 2012, and by 2016 it was in development hell.

During an interview/talk with the podcast Someone Who Isn't Me that took place in September 2016, guitarist Wes Borland said he was unsure of Durst's ideas for the album, though the original plan was to make music in the spirit of Beastie Boys' studio album, Paul's Boutique. Borland elaborated that Durst had been working on vocals "on and off" for the album but had not been satisfied with the outcome. Whereas Borland would prefer to "do whatever and just put it out" to capture the moment, Durst's method is to "keep working on something till he’s happy with it, even if it takes years and years", and expressed uncertainty of when the album would be released, if ever.[22]

Borland had already completed writing and performing guitars for the record, but stated in late 2017 that Durst was still working on his parts.[23]

On July 21, 2017, Durst claimed on Instagram that the album had already been available online for a year and a half on Soulseek and that "it's [the fans'] job to find it",[24] but Borland refuted this, saying he "doesn't know what [Durst] is talking about".[25]

Borland said in October 2017 that he was unaware of the status of the album, simply that he had recorded "28 or 29 songs" that Durst was working on away from the other members, before Borland was to mix the final product.[23] Borland again reiterated the band's progress in November 2018.[26]

Promotion

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Borland stated in 2013 that the album would be completed by August, and the band was hoping for a September release date.[20] However, in July 2013, Durst stated on a Reddit "Ask Me Anything" event that the record would be released in the first quarter of 2014.

The intended first official single for the album, "Ready to Go", featuring Lil Wayne was released in March 2013, on the band's official website as a free download and, on April 16, as a digital single on iTunes and Amazon and the music video, directed by Durst, was released on July 22. On August 20, 2013, Limp Bizkit posted on their Facebook page that a second single is to be expected soon. It was soon confirmed to be set for release on November 1, 2013. The second single turned out to be "Thieves"; a cover of the song by Ministry that they performed live at Woodstock in 1999 and throughout many of their live sets since 1997, but had not recorded a studio version of until 2013. A month later, on December 11, the previously leaked track, "Lightz" was officially released as a promotional single, along with an accompanying music video.[27] The band labelled it as "gift" for their fans.

Via an official Facebook post on May 30, 2014, the next single, "Endless Slaughter" was confirmed. Referring to it as the first "experience" off their upcoming album, the track is set to be released on cassette only during concerts, with the band encouraging potential listeners to invest in a "boom box for your analogue listening pleasure". The single was then released as a free download on their website and given its own music video.[28][29] Limp Bizkit would embark upon a European tour from June 24 to July 4, 2014, followed by two dates in the US and culminating on November 16 at the second annual Knotfest in Makuhari Messe, Tokyo, where Limp Bizkit would perform along with festival founders Slipknot, longtime friends Korn, and other heavy metal acts such as Lamb of God, Five Finger Death Punch, Trivium and In Flames.[30][31]

On July 6, 2019, the band debuted the song "Out of Style" (then tentatively titled "Wasteoid") live in Paris, France.[32] The band played a studio recording of a new song titled "Dad Vibes" at the end of their performance at Lollapalooza on August 2, 2021, with Durst stating that it was "off [their] new album", and they released it as a single on September 30, 2021, marking their first brand-new material to be released for seven years.

On October 19, 2021, Durst posted a poll to his Instagram story, asking his followers if he should release one new song at a time or just release the entire album (12 songs) at once. The result of the poll skewed heavily in favor of the latter choice.[33] On October 24, Durst teased a partial view of a new album cover on his Instagram story and suggested that the album would be released on Halloween—October 31, 2021, which would ultimately come true.[34]

Unlike previous albums, Still Sucks was initially released on digital platforms only (Spotify, Apple Music, etc.). 18 months later on May 19, 2023, a physical release was made available through Suretone Records' website.[35]

On February 8, 2023, a video for "Out Of Style" was released, which featured the band as deepfakes of world leaders like Joe Biden, Vladimir Putin, Volodymyr Zelensky, Xi Jinping, and Kim Jong Un.[36] On July 5, 2024, the band released an AI-generated music video for "Turn It Up, Bitch".[37]

Reception

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Pre-release

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The album received notoriety for its repeated delays, with Team Rock and The New Zealand Herald dubbing it the "Chinese Democracy of nu metal".[38][39]

Critical response

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Professional ratings
Aggregate scores
SourceRating
Metacritic73/100[40]
Review scores
SourceRating
AllMusicStarStarStarHalf star[41]
Kerrang!StarStarStarStar[42]
Metal Injection7.5/10[43]
NMEStarStarStar[44]
The PRPStarStarStar[45]
Sputnikmusic3.8/5[46]
Wall of Sound7.5/10[47]

Still Sucks received mostly positive critical reception. The PRP considered the album to feature "an off the cuff atmosphere and a less is more approach that fits the group’s current status like a glove" and noted that Wes Borland's "eclectic riff wizardry remains as intriguing as ever."[45] Nick Ruskell of Kerrang! commented "this knowingly middle-aged iteration of Limp Bizkit is far more likeable and less obnoxious than their younger self. But even so, they’ve lost none of their Big Durst Energy, and the knowing winks have only become bigger and knowing-er."[42]

Among more critical reviews, Wall of Sound's Paul "Browny" Brown stated "Still Sucks showed signs of what Limp Bizkit do so well in the heavier side of music, but for me, they fell flat with some of the melodic aspects that they've managed to pull off so well in the past."[47] Sputnikmusic's Simon K. gave the album a 3.8/5 and commented that the album "detonates right out of the gates with "Out of Style", "Dirty Rotten Bizkit" and "Dad Vibes", delivering classic, crunchy, syncopated grooves under Borland's multi-faceted and expressive elasticated riffs, while Durst grips the music with his tight flows," but criticized the album's short run time and that it "doesn’t have the time needed to justify all of those slower tracks" and the "arbitrary artistic choices tend to procrastinate and delay what works so frigging well here."[46]

Loudwire named Still Sucks as the fourth best metal album of 2021,[48] while ranking “Dad Vibes” as the number one rock song of the year (2021),[49] stating that "Bizkit did what they've always done and delivered an irresistibly catchy, groove-laden banger guaranteed to get you bouncing along." Metal Hammer / Louder Sound placed the album at number 4 on their Top 10 Alt-Metal Albums of 2021 list, deeming it "exactly what most fans have been clamoring for, tongue firmly in cheek as they came back with some massive anthems set to bounding, chunky riffs."[50] Sputnikmusic ranked Still Sucks as the number 15 album of the year, commenting "Still Sucks stands tall as a riotous distillation of everything we love and hate about the Jacksonville 5-piece."[51]

Track listing

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No.TitleWriter(s)Length
1."Out of Style"
3:22
2."Dirty Rotten Bizkit"
  • Durst
  • Rivers
  • Otto
  • Borland
  • Lethal
3:01
3."Dad Vibes"
  • Durst
  • Rivers
  • Otto
  • Borland
2:12
4."Turn It Up, Bitch"
  • Durst
  • Lethal
2:20
5."Don't Change" (INXS cover)
2:55
6."You Bring Out the Worst in Me"
  • Durst
  • Rivers
  • Otto
  • Borland
3:12
7."Love the Hate"
  • Durst
  • Rivers
  • Otto
  • Borland
1:56
8."Barnacle"
  • Durst
  • Rivers
  • Otto
  • Borland
1:55
9."Empty Hole"
  • Durst
  • Rivers
1:52
10."Pill Popper"
  • Durst
  • Rivers
  • Otto
  • Borland
  • Lethal
2:24
11."Snacky Poo"
  • Durst
  • Lethal
4:11
12."Goodbye"
2:35
Total length:31:55

Non-album singles

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The following singles were originally intended to be on Stampede of the Disco Elephants, but were not included on the final iteration of Still Sucks. These songs are listed chronologically by their release dates.[10][4][52][53]

Stampede of the Disco Elephants
No.TitleWriter(s)Length
1."Lightz (City of Angels)" 3:50
2."Ready to Go" (featuring Lil Wayne)
  • Durst
  • Borland
  • Rivers
  • Otto
  • Dwayne Carter Jr.
  • Paul Dawson
  • Jamal Jones
[54]		6:02
3."Thieves" (Ministry cover)
5:31
4."Endless Slaughter" 5:37

Personnel

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Limp Bizkit

Production

  • Wes Borland – cover art design, art direction, illustration
  • Zakk Cervini – production
  • DJ Lethal – production on "Turn It Up, Bitch" and "Snacky Poo"
  • Fred Durst – production
  • Purps – production on "Dad Vibes"

Charts

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Chart performance for Still Sucks
Chart (2021) Peak
position
Australian Albums (ARIA)[55] 35
Austrian Albums (Ö3 Austria)[56] 29
Belgian Albums (Ultratop Flanders)[57] 150
Belgian Albums (Ultratop Wallonia)[58] 184
German Albums (Offizielle Top 100)[59] 54
Japanese Hot Albums (Billboard Japan)[60] 37
Swiss Albums (Schweizer Hitparade)[61] 35
UK Albums (OCC)[62] 79
UK Independent Albums (OCC)[63] 17
UK Rock & Metal Albums (OCC)[64] 14
US Billboard 200[65] 155
US Independent Albums (Billboard)[66] 17
US Top Alternative Albums (Billboard)[67] 16
US Top Hard Rock Albums (Billboard)[68] 7
US Top Rock Albums (Billboard)[69] 26

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Still Sucks is the sixth studio album by the American band , released on October 31, 2021, through Suretone Records. The album consists of 12 tracks and runs for approximately 32 minutes, marking the band's first full-length release in over a decade since in 2011. Produced by frontman and , it was recorded primarily during the and features the classic lineup of Durst, on guitar, Sam Rivers on bass, John Otto on drums, and on turntables. Announced in August 2021 via teasers, Still Sucks was surprise-released on Halloween, aligning with the band's penchant for provocative and thematic timing. The album blends the group's signature rap-rock sound with elements of their past eras, including aggressive riffs, turntable scratches, and Durst's signature yelps and humor, while incorporating modern production touches. Tracks like "Dirty Rotten Bizkit" and "Dad Vibes" pay homage to their early work, with the latter previewed live at in 2021. Upon release, Still Sucks received generally favorable reviews from critics, earning a Metacritic score of 73 out of 100 based on four reviews, praising its energy and nostalgia while noting some inconsistency in the latter half. Publications highlighted its role as a fun, unpretentious return for the band, appealing to longtime fans despite mixed user reception on aggregate sites. Commercially, it debuted at number 155 on the US Billboard 200, with 3,500 units sold in its first week, and charted in several territories, including Australia and Germany. The album's title, a self-deprecating nod to the band's enduring criticism, encapsulates Limp Bizkit's irreverent persona, solidifying their place in nu metal history.

Development

Background

Limp Bizkit entered an extended hiatus after guitarist Wes 's second departure in 2006, following the band's struggles with lineup instability and the fallout from their controversial performance at Woodstock '99. The group had already faced turbulence when Borland first left in 2001, leading to the recruitment of replacement guitarist Mike Smith for the 2003 album , but the core members—vocalist , bassist Sam Rivers, drummer John Otto, and turntablist —continued sporadically performing and touring in the mid-2000s before going inactive. The band reunited in 2009 with Borland's temporary return, resulting in the release of Gold Cobra in June 2011, their first studio album in eight years and a return to their nu-metal roots after a period of creative uncertainty. However, Gold Cobra underperformed commercially, peaking at No. 16 on the Billboard 200 and selling fewer than 100,000 copies in its first week, which prompted Interscope Records to drop the band later that year. This led to another prolonged hiatus, during which Limp Bizkit engaged fans primarily through occasional live appearances and Durst's increasing use of social media platforms like Instagram to share personal updates, tour clips, and teases of potential new music, helping to sustain a dedicated following amid the nu-metal revival interest in the 2010s. Borland's multiple exits and returns highlighted the band's challenges, but his full recommitment in 2018, alongside Rivers' return to the lineup, finally stabilized the classic formation of Durst, , Rivers, , and Lethal for the development of Still Sucks; Rivers remained with the band until his death on October 18, 2025. This reunion was announced via in early 2018, with posting updates about informal jam sessions that rekindled the group's chemistry and directly inspired the creation of new material, marking a turning point after over a decade without a full album.

Recording and composition

The recording and composition of Still Sucks took place over several years, with active work resuming after the band's full reunion in 2018, including the return of . The sessions were produced primarily by in collaboration with frontman and other band members, resulting in a concise 12-track that emphasizes the group's signature rap-rock fusion while incorporating contemporary production techniques. The album's composition draws on Limp Bizkit's roots, blending aggressive raps, heavy riffs from guitarist , and hip-hop beats, but updates the sound with self-aware humor and acoustic elements to avoid dated nostalgia. Tracks like "Dirty Rotten Bizkit" and "Turn It Up, Bitch" lean into rap-heavy structures with minimal rock instrumentation, while "Dad Vibes" features auto-tuned vocals and playful rap delivery to evoke frustration with aging and fame. Three songs—"Don't Change," "Empty Hole," and "Goodbye"—adopt stripped-down acoustic arrangements, covering non-metal influences such as INXS's "Don't Change," highlighting the band's willingness to experiment beyond their early-2000s template. Production challenges stemmed from the band's prolonged hiatus and prior aborted projects, such as the unfinished due to label issues with around 2012–2014, which delayed momentum until Suretone Records facilitated a streamlined process. The final product focuses thematically on self-mockery, embracing public disdain for the band, and lighthearted reflection on personal and cultural absurdities, as seen in titles like "Love the Hate" and skits mimicking band interviews. No major guest artists appear, though the album's raw, off-the-cuff vibe reflects quick iterations to capture the group's current dynamic.

Announcement and delays

Limp Bizkit officially announced their sixth studio album, Still Sucks, on October 29, 2021, via social media posts from frontman Fred Durst and a press release, revealing the self-deprecating title as a playful acknowledgment of the band's polarizing legacy and ongoing criticism from fans and critics. The title, brainstormed by Durst and guitarist Wes Borland early in the process, served as an ironic embrace of detractors' sentiments, reflecting the band's humor in owning their reputation rather than shying away from it. Durst emphasized this mindset in interviews, noting the group's indifference to external judgments while highlighting the album's fun, unapologetic vibe. The announcement came after months of cryptic teases from Durst on , including hints at a Halloween release date that built anticipation for the long-awaited project, marking the band's first full-length since 2011's . To generate hype, shared early snippets, such as the lead single "Dad Vibes," which debuted live during their performance on August 2, 2021, and was released digitally soon after, poking fun at aging nu-metal stereotypes. The album's path to release involved significant delays stemming from an extended development period that began in , with the band mired in what has been described as "production purgatory" for over a due to perfectionist tendencies in songwriting, recording, and refinements. These internal hurdles, combined with the broader challenges of the —which disrupted collaborative efforts and finalization stages like mixing and artwork—pushed back earlier expectations, culminating in the surprise drop on October 31, 2021. Despite the setbacks, the rapid announcement-to-release turnaround preserved the element of surprise, aligning with Durst's prior teases of a Halloween rollout.

Promotion

Singles

The lead single from Still Sucks was "Dad Vibes", officially released on September 30, 2021, following its live premiere at on July 31, 2021. The track, a humorous song exploring themes of fatherhood with Fred Durst's signature rap-rock delivery, marked Limp Bizkit's first new music in over a decade. It debuted at No. 38 on Billboard's Mainstream Rock Airplay chart for the week of December 4, 2021—the band's first appearance on that tally since 2004—and peaked at No. 6 on the Hot Hard Rock Songs chart. "Dad Vibes" was distributed exclusively in digital download and streaming formats via platforms like and , aligning with the band's strategy to leverage online accessibility for broad reach. To reintroduce Limp Bizkit to younger demographics, the promotion emphasized social media integration, including clips of live performances and fan challenges that amplified the song's playful vibe and garnered millions of views. No additional pre-album singles were released, as Still Sucks arrived as a surprise drop on October 31, 2021. The singles rollout focused on building anticipation through digital virality rather than traditional radio dominance.

The promotion of Still Sucks included several that highlighted the band's signature blend of humor, , and nostalgic nu-metal energy, often using creative editing and thematic visuals to engage fans on digital platforms. The "Dad Vibes" received a lyric video on September 29, 2021, featuring frontman in his adopted "dad" persona with a gray wig, horseshoe mustache, and casual suburban attire, setting a comedic tone for the album's themes of aging and absurdity. An "unofficially official" video followed on April 19, 2022, directed by Funky Moses and featuring as guest stars; it shows the band members dressed as stereotypical dads at a chaotic pool party, emphasizing suburban life, backyard antics, and lighthearted chaos through exaggerated costumes and performances. The video, with its DIY comedic style, has accumulated 1.7 million views on . For "Out of Style", the official music video, directed by and , premiered on February 8, 2023. It satirizes global politics by depicting the band as world leaders—Durst as , guitarist as , and others as figures like and Kim Jong-un—in a meeting that devolves into mosh-pit-style mayhem, blending high-energy visuals with nostalgic references to the band's early videos. The clip has surpassed 8.8 million views on , contributing to renewed interest in the album. The video for "Turn It Up, Bitch", released on July 3, 2024, employs technology to overlay the song's audio onto footage of and celebrities dancing awkwardly, maintaining the humorous, low-fi satirical aesthetic while contrasting the track's aggressive production. This approach amplified its shareability on . No official videos were created for the album's re-recording of "Rollin' (Air Raid Vehicle in 3-D v23.1)" or "Sorry Not Sorry", though fan-made edits and live performance snippets circulated on platforms like and for promotional purposes. Similarly, "Endless Slaughter" lacked a dedicated video, with promotion limited to audio clips and album teasers. Overall, the visuals' emphasis on humor and , delivered through accessible, meme-friendly formats, drove viral engagement on Instagram Reels and , boosting streams for the singles by encouraging and shares.

Tour and live performances

Limp Bizkit began previewing material from Still Sucks with the live debut of the lead single "Dad Vibes" during their performance at Lollapalooza in Chicago on July 31, 2021, months ahead of the album's October 31 release. The band first performed several tracks from Still Sucks live at their March 19, 2022, concert in Mexico City, marking the debut of songs including "Out of Style," "Dirty Rotten Bizkit," and "Dad Vibes," alongside classics like "Break Stuff" and "My Generation." This show highlighted the band's high-energy delivery, with frontman Fred Durst engaging the crowd through extended raps and stage dives, setting the tone for their return to touring after a pandemic-induced hiatus. The Still Sucks Tour launched in the United States on April 28, 2022, in , and concluded on May 31 in , spanning 19 dates in arenas including . Support acts varied by date and included band Scowl, duo Wargasm, rapper $not, group , and hip-hop artist , creating a diverse bill that blended nu-metal with contemporary sounds. Setlists emphasized Still Sucks material, opening with "Dad Vibes" followed by "Out of Style" and "Dirty Rotten Bizkit," before transitioning to fan favorites like "Rollin' (Air Raid Vehicle)" and "Nookie," demonstrating the band's ability to integrate new songs into their established live repertoire. In 2023, expanded internationally with a European and U.K. tour from March 30 to April 17, featuring original lineup performances in cities like and , where they maintained a focus on Still Sucks tracks amid high demand from resurgent fan interest. The band also played Australian shows in , including a full set at Sydney's that incorporated "Turn It Up, Bitch" from the album, adapting the track with improvised breakdowns to suit festival-like crowd energy. This period saw them navigating post-COVID venue restrictions, such as reduced capacities in some markets, which limited attendance but did not diminish the intensity of their shows. The 2024 Loserville Tour, a 24-date North American run starting July 16 in , , continued promoting Still Sucks with support from artists like Bones (with ), N8NOFACE, , and Riff Raff, fostering an eclectic "loser" themed atmosphere. At European festival appearances, including on June 16 at , the band extended jams on tracks like "Out of Style" and "Dad Vibes" to captivate large outdoor crowds, often blending them with covers for dynamic sets. Fans responded positively to the new material's inclusion, praising the live vitality despite preferences for classics, though some noted the challenge of balancing fresh songs with expectations for hits in an era of renewed popularity for the band. In 2025, the Loserville Tour extended to and the from March to April, followed by a Latin American leg from November 29 in through December, featuring support acts including Bones, Ecca Vandal, N8NOFACE, Riff Raff, , and 311. These dates continued to highlight Still Sucks tracks in setlists, adapting to the band's evolving lineup following the death of bassist Sam Rivers in October 2025.

Reception

Pre-release reception

The "Dad Vibes" was released on September 30, 2021, marking Limp Bizkit's first new music in seven years and generating initial buzz within the rock community. Critics praised the track's self-deprecating humor, with rapping about aging and suburban life over heavy riffs and scratching, but often noted its throwback nu-metal sound as feeling outdated in the modern landscape. described it as evoking "1999, when we all still had dreams," blending nostalgia with a sense of temporal displacement. Similarly, Clash Magazine called it a "ludicrous" yet return, highlighting how it riffed on classic nu-metal elements while adding ironic flair absent from the band's earlier work. The accompanying lyric video, featuring Durst in oversized dad attire, amplified the comedic angle and contributed to early positive nods for the band's willingness to mock their own legacy. The track debuted live at on July 31, 2021, where Durst's transformed "dad" appearance—complete with a and cargo shorts—sparked immediate online discussion and memes, blending excitement with amusement at the band's evolution. Kerrang! highlighted the performance as a "great" surprise that teased more material, fueling anticipation among fans nostalgic for the nu-metal era. However, the 12-year gap since the 2011 album led to skepticism in some quarters, with outlets like Consequence observing that the long hiatus tempered expectations despite the single's viral moment. On October 29, 2021, surprise-announced Still Sucks for release two days later, with the provocative title immediately becoming a focal point for media and fan discourse. Rock Cellar Magazine interpreted the name as a "massive at their own expense," positioning the band ahead of the curve by embracing public disdain and boosting hype through irony amid a broader revival of early-2000s rock aesthetics. noted the announcement amplified modest anticipation built from "Dad Vibes," with snippets shared online generating industry chatter about potential collaborations and the album's short runtime signaling a concise comeback. Overall, pre-release sentiment reflected a mix of nostalgic enthusiasm and cautious optimism, driven by the nu-metal resurgence but tempered by the band's polarizing history.

Critical response

Upon its release, Still Sucks received mixed reviews from music critics, who appreciated the album's energetic return to the band's nu-metal roots but often critiqued its lack of evolution. The album holds a score of 73 out of 100, based on 4 critic reviews, reflecting a generally favorable but divided consensus. Critics praised the record's high-energy delivery and self-deprecating humor, viewing it as a , unpretentious comeback that embraced Limp Bizkit's legacy without pretense. Kerrang! awarded it 4 out of 5 stars (80/100), calling it a "knowingly middle-aged iteration" that is "far more likeable and less obnoxious than their younger self," highlighting tracks like "Out of Style" and "Dad Vibes" for their playful aggression and nod to the band's "Dad Vibes" era. Similarly, the cover "Don't Change" was noted for adding a fresh layer to the album's sound, with reviewers commending its polished production and atmospheric blend of nu-metal and . However, detractors argued that the album failed to innovate, relying on familiar angst-driven themes and structures reminiscent of the band's early 2000s output, particularly Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water. gave it 3 out of 5 stars (60/100), describing it as a collection where the "nu-metal dads keep the party going" but warning listeners "don’t expect any surprises," with repetitive rapping and breakdowns feeling dated in a post-nu-metal landscape. echoed this, rating it 3.5 out of 5 and labeling the effort "fun, concise and... an absolute blast" at times, yet ultimately "half-baked" due to underdeveloped ideas and overreliance on nostalgia. By 2025, retrospective analyses have credited Still Sucks with contributing to a broader rehabilitation and resurgence of interest in nu-metal, positioning as ironic trailblazers in a genre's revival amid younger audiences' embrace of early-2000s aesthetics. Louder Sound's feature on the band's "" highlighted the album's role in their post-millennium comeback, noting its surprise release helped reframe their image from controversial to enduringly entertaining. similarly observed in a 2024 piece that the record's late-career success exemplified nu-metal's "," sparking renewed appreciation for the band's catalog.

Commercial performance

Charts

Still Sucks debuted and peaked at number 155 on the US chart during the week ending November 13, 2021. The also reached number 7 on the Top chart. Internationally, the entered the Official Chart at number 79. In , it peaked at number 35 on the ARIA Chart for one week. It achieved a peak of number 54 on the German Offizielle Deutsche Charts for two weeks. Additional peaks included number 29 in and number 35 in on their respective charts, each for one to two weeks.
Chart (2021)Peak PositionWeeks on Chart
US Billboard 2001551
US Top Hard Rock Albums7Unknown
Australia (ARIA)351
(Ö3 Austria Top 40)292
(Offizielle)542
(Schweizer Hitparade)351
(Official Albums)791
The "Dad Vibes" from the album debuted at number 38 on the Mainstream Rock Airplay chart in December 2021, marking Limp Bizkit's first airplay chart entry since 2004. As of 2025, the album has accumulated approximately 78 million audio on-demand streams globally, equivalent to over 50,000 album units. The track "Dad Vibes" has surpassed 45 million streams on as of November 2025.

Sales and certifications

In its first week of release, Still Sucks sold approximately 3,500 units in the United States, debuting at No. 155 on the chart. These figures primarily reflected digital and streaming equivalents, as the album launched exclusively in digital formats without initial physical copies available, limiting traditional sales. The has not received any RIAA certifications in the United States, attributable to modest physical amid the digital-only debut, though merchandise bundles during subsequent tours helped sustain interest. A vinyl reissue appeared in via import and limited-edition pressings, contributing to post-release growth alongside tour exclusives that packaged the with apparel and memorabilia. No international certifications, such as status, have been awarded as of 2025.

Track listing

Standard edition

The standard edition of Still Sucks contains 12 tracks with a total runtime of 32:00. It was released digitally on , , by Suretone Records. A limited edition numbered CD with a gold disc followed on May 12, 2023. No deluxe editions accompanied the initial release. Unofficial vinyl bootlegs, including colored variants such as pink and marbled editions, appeared in , but no official vinyl has been released as of 2025. The album opens with "Out of Style," a high-energy track featuring DJ Lethal's signature and Wes Borland's aggressive riffs, setting a confrontational tone with Fred Durst's rapid-fire delivery. "Dirty Rotten Bizkit" follows as a self-referential rap-rock cut that mocks the band's detractors through playful aggression and heavy guitar work. "Dad Vibes" shifts to a humorous, laid-back vibe with bouncy beats and comedic lyrics about fatherhood. "Turn It Up, Bitch" delivers a party anthem feel with pounding drums and anthemic choruses, emphasizing crowd-chant energy. The mid-album cover of INXS's "Don't Change" reimagines the hit as a somber acoustic , stripping away its original new wave bounce for introspective melancholy. "You Bring Out the Worst in Me" explores grungy territory with distorted guitars and raw emotional vocals, highlighting interpersonal toxicity. "Love the Hate" balances rap verses with melodic hooks, critiquing negativity in the music industry. "Barnacle" stands out for its experimental edge, blending sludgy riffs and erratic rhythms into a chaotic mosh-pit track. "L.S.D." incorporates psychedelic elements with swirling effects and Durst's stream-of-consciousness rapping. "Sorry Not Sorry" ramps up the attitude with trap-influenced production and defiant lyrics, serving as a bold middle-finger to critics. The instrumental "Phat Beat" provides a brief breather, showcasing DJ Lethal's turntablism over a groovy, bass-heavy loop without vocals. The album closes with "Down with the Ship," a resilient rocker featuring soaring guitars and themes of perseverance amid chaos.
No.TitleDuration
1"Out of Style"3:22
2"Dirty Rotten Bizkit"3:01
3"Dad Vibes"2:12
4"Turn It Up, Bitch"2:20
5"Don't Change" ( cover)2:55
6"You Bring Out the Worst in Me"2:42
7"Love the Hate"2:51
8""2:42
9"L.S.D."2:24
10"Sorry Not Sorry"2:37
11"Phat Beat" (instrumental)1:48
12"Down with the Ship"3:05

Non-album singles

In conjunction with the release of Still Sucks, did not issue any non-album singles. The band's promotional efforts focused on tracks from the standard album edition, including the lead single "Dad Vibes," which premiered live at in 2021 and was later included as track three on the album. Similarly, "Out of Style" served as another key promotional release but appeared as the opening track on Still Sucks. This approach aligned with the album's surprise drop on October 31, 2021, emphasizing the full body of work over standalone releases.

Credits

Personnel

Limp Bizkit's sixth studio album Still Sucks features the band's standard lineup. The core personnel responsible for the performances are: No additional guest artists or session musicians are credited for performances on the album.

Production staff

The production of Still Sucks was led by and . Engineers: Lizzy Ostro, Nik Trekov (also mixer). Mixing and mastering: . Art direction and : TOM5. Cover art illustration: .

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