In Memoriam
Mac Miller
January 19, 1992 – September 7, 2018 · aged 26
Hip-Hop · Jazz Rap
Malcolm James McCormick, known to his devoted fans as Mac Miller, was an exceptionally gifted rapper, singer, and producer whose artistic evolution unfolded in real-time. Born in Pittsburgh in 1992, he initially broke through as an independent teenager making carefree, 'frat rap' hits. But Miller refused to stagnate. Over the next decade, he blossomed into a deeply introspective, jazz-influenced musician and producer, playing multiple instruments and crafting highly acclaimed, vulnerable albums like 'The Divine Feminine' and his 2018 masterpiece, 'Swimming.' He was a beloved collaborator and a unifying figure in the hip-hop community. Just a month after the release of 'Swimming,' Miller tragically died of an accidental drug overdose in his California home on September 7, 2018. He was 26 years old. He left behind a remarkably mature and soulful discography that continues to resonate deeply with a generation.
Milestones
Self Care, Donald Trump, Dang!
Chart legacy
- 2013: The Way (US #31)
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