Essential frat rap listening

The albums that define frat rap.

Our picks for where to start with frat rap — with a one-line read on why each one matters.

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The frat rap essentials

Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.

Blue Slide Park

Mac Miller

Blue Slide Park

A vibrant fusion of playful beats and introspective lyrics encapsulating youthful exuberance and self-discovery.

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Faces

Mac Miller

Faces

A kaleidoscopic blend of introspective lyrics and genre-bending production, reflecting on fame and personal struggles.

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Watching Movies with the Sound Off

Mac Miller

Watching Movies with the Sound Off

Introspective verses meld with lush instrumentals, creating a dreamlike soundscape that reflects personal struggles and artistic growth.

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Best Day Ever

Mac Miller

Best Day Ever

Joyful and introspective, blending playful beats with clever wordplay in a celebration of youth.

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Live from Space

Mac Miller

Live from Space

A vibrant blend of introspective lyricism and eclectic production that captures Mac Miller's evolving artistry.

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K.I.D.S.

Mac Miller

K.I.D.S.

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

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Circles

Mac Miller

Circles

A reflective blend of introspective lyrics and mellow instrumentals that capture a sense of longing and acceptance.

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Balloonerism

Mac Miller

Balloonerism

A kaleidoscopic blend of introspective lyrics and experimental soundscapes that push hip-hop's boundaries.

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On and On and Beyond

Mac Miller

On and On and Beyond

A vibrant blend of playful lyrics and jazzy beats underscored by a laid-back, youthful energy.

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I Love Life, Thank You

Mac Miller

I Love Life, Thank You

A vibrant blend of introspective lyrics and playful beats, capturing youthful exuberance and reflection.

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The Divine Feminine

Mac Miller

The Divine Feminine

A lush exploration of love and vulnerability, blending hip-hop grooves with soulful melodies and introspective lyrics.

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Delusional Thomas

Mac Miller

Delusional Thomas

A surreal and introspective journey through Mac Miller's psyche, infused with eclectic beats and vivid storytelling.

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Swimming

Mac Miller

Swimming

A reflective blend of introspective lyrics and lush instrumentation that balances melancholy with hope.

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Macadelic

Mac Miller

Macadelic

A kaleidoscopic blend of introspective lyrics and eclectic beats shaped by youthful exuberance and vulnerability.

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GO:OD AM

Mac Miller

GO:OD AM

A reflective blend of introspective lyrics and jazzy beats, capturing Mac Miller's growth and vulnerabilities.

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