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K.I.D.S.

Mac Miller · 2010

53 min · 18 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · alternative hip-hop

A vibrant collage of youthful exuberance and introspective moments layered over catchy beats and smooth flows.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • youthful exuberance and nostalgia
  • smooth flows for carefree vibes
  • catchy beats for sing-alongs
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • for sunny afternoons

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer slow, contemplative music

Where this album fits

Career context
K.I.D.S. is Mac Miller's debut mixtape, released in January 2010 when he was just 18 years old. At this time, he was establishing himself in the Pittsburgh hip-hop scene, building on his earlier work with the group The Space Migration. This project marked a significant moment in his career as it showcased his ability to blend playful lyricism with deeper themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Anderson .Paak· Isaiah Rashad· Joey Bada$$

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Kickin' Incredibly Dope Shit (Intro) 3:23
  • 2 Outside 3:37
  • 3 Get Em Up 3:06
  • 4 Nikes on My Feet 2:44
  • 5 Senior Skip Day 2:55
  • 6 The Spins 3:15
  • 7 Don't Mind If I Do 2:18
  • 8 Paper Route 2:51
  • 9 Good Evening 4:03
  • 10 Ride Around 2:24
  • 11 Knock Knock 3:17
  • 12 Mad Flava, Heavy Flow (Interlude) 0:26
  • 13 Kool Aid & Frozen Pizza 2:37
  • 14 All I Want Is You 3:43
  • 15 Poppy 2:52
  • 16 Face in the Crowd 3:28
  • 17 Ayye 2:45
  • 18 Back in the Day 4:06

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