Some music writers began to criticize the band for what they perceived as arrogance, hype and a misogynist attitude expressed in their songs.

In New York the press criticized the band for playing out of tune and for amplifiers set at maximum volume.

Others criticized the band for a perceived lack of invention.

Consequently, punk fans criticized the band for "selling out," finding Green Day's music too soft and pop-oriented.

It received a less positive review in Rolling Stone which criticised the band for what the reviewer considered to be political vacuity.

However, upon release, the album received generally negative reviews by critics, who criticized the band for their missing individuality.

Some criticize the band that holds the pad on, which they believe cuts into the hoof and may wear a slot into it.

After the fiasco of a show, he criticized the band.

Many critics criticised the band for too strong a change of direction and weak lyrics and musical theme.

While the album was a major commercial success, the music press criticized the band as "grunge imitators."