He was signed to Pittsburgh-based Rostrum Records and released his debut album Blue Slide Park on November 8, 2011, which debuted at number 1 on the Billboard 200 despite being released completely independently. He released five studio albums in his lifetime, which all peaked in the top 5, along with a posthumous album titled "Circles" with help from producer Jon Brion and Miller's family.
In 2013, Miller released his second studio album, "Watching Movies With the Sound Off". The album featured artists such as Earl Sweatshirt, Tyler the Creator, Ab-Soul, and long-time friend Schoolboy Q. The album took a more personal approach compared to his previous works.
In 2014, Miller released the 24-track mixtape "Faces". Considered by many to be one of his best works, he explores themes of drug use, employing and featuring collaborators of Mac from his previous album, including Schoolboy Q and Earl Sweatshirt, but also sees new faces such as Rick Ross.
In 2015, Mac released his third studio album, "GO:OD AM", his first with new label Warner Records. The album featured a more energetic and vibrant theme than "Faces" and "Watching Movies With The Sound Off", reflecting a more optimistic, redemptive angle on his personal life, while maintaining elements of his introspective and thought-provoking style from earlier works.
In 2016, Miller released his fourth studio album, titled "The Divine Feminine". He explores themes of love and femininity, largely influenced by his relationship with Ariana Grande at the time and featuring appearances from the likes of Kendrick Lamar and Anderson Paak.
In August 2018, following major events in Miller's life, including his breakup with Ariana Grande, with Miller's drug addiction alleged to be a contributing factor, as well as a car crash incident in which McCormick was charged with a DUI, Miller released his fifth and final studio album during his lifetime titled "Swimming". Continuing the dive into his personal life, Miller explores his heartfelt struggles and grief in the past, but remains optimistic for the future. Swimming was nominated for Best Rap Album posthumously at the 2019 Grammy Awards.
Miller had struggled with substance abuse for a long time before his death. On September 7, 2018, he was found dead in his home in Los Angeles, California from an accidental overdose of fentanyl, cocaine, and alcohol, only a little over a month after the release of "Swimming". He was only 26 years old. McCormick was buried in his hometown of Pittsburgh. Miller's passing was largely unexpected and had a large impact on the hip-hop community as a whole, with many paying their respects to Miller. On October 31, 2018, a tribute concert, titled "Mac Miller: A Celebration of Life", featured renowned artists and many longtime collaborators of Miller including Travis Scott, Schoolboy Q, SZA, Chance the Rapper, and Earl Sweatshirt. The concert was a celebration of the late rapper's life and musical achievements, and all profits were donated to the Mac Miller Circles Fund, which provides young people from underprivileged backgrounds with opportunities to explore arts and music.
In January 2020, Miller's posthumous album titled "Circles", worked on in companionship with his album "Swimming", was announced on January 8 along with the single "Good News" and released later that month. Every track on the album was accompanied by a video of the same name, often with psychedelic imagery and images of Mac before his passing and throughout his life. With a more melancholic theme compared to his previous works, the album was well-received by fans and critics alike, renowned for the care placed in continuing Mac's artistic vision.
And, he did it all without a Drake feature.
On And On
Mac Miller Lyrics
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Tell the man I'll take it all
Drop it from the rooftop what's gon' break my fall
I think I might I go on and on forever
I Think his could go on and on forever
I wanna walk into the store
Ill take everything and more
I wanna travel round the world
I think I might go on and on forever
I think this could go on and on forever
I be riding in my car with the music all the way up
See me shining imma star take a picture see you later
Ive been up some baby shit and everytime I wake up
Gotta head back to reality but reality is greater
Than you could ever imagine you say that you pull up
But im better at rapping, forever the captain
Ill be making music out of joy stick thumbs up
Joint lit y'all get what the point is
Baby I'm here I aint going nowhere
All these haters say im faking but I really don't care
Got my teammate right beside me you know where to find me
Burgh representative I need y'all behind me cause
I wanna walk into the mall
Tell the man I'll take it all
Drop it from the rooftop what's gon' break my fall
I think I might I go on and on forever
I Think his could go on and on forever
I wanna walk into the store
Ill take everything and more
I wanna travel round the world
Places I aint been before
I think I might go on and on forever
I think this could go on and on forever
One day im gonna get mine too
And I think that's sometime soon
Whatever you got in your crib
Im gonna get it times two
If I win or lose what the fuck I gotta prove
Ive been living out my dream everything I saw came true
Travel on a tour before screaming fans
Got a stellar reputation girl be who I am
Im gonna be the man, sir, connecting people everywhere
Like Samsung gotta shoot around the back alley oop and one
This the championship game you ready yo
You don't sound ready better scream it just to let 'em know
My teammate right beside me
You know where to find me
Burgh representative I need y'all behind me
I wanna walk into the mall
Tell the man I'll take it all
Drop it from the rooftop what's gon' break my fall
I think I might I go on and on forever
I Think his could go on and on forever
I wanna walk into the store
Ill take everything and more
I wanna travel round the world
Places I aint been before
I think I might go on and on forever
I think this could go on and on forever
In "On and On," Mac Miller exposes the luxurious, carefree lifestyle he desires. He begins with the desire to go to the mall and buy everything in sight - to take it all without a second thought. The chorus then reiterates the idea, but expands it. Miller doesn't just want to go to one store, he wants to travel around the world and explore every undiscovered corner he's never seen. He wants to do this all the while living the good life, and never allowing himself to become bored or stagnant. The second verse offers more insight into Miller's aspirations. He crows about his achievements thus far - touring the world and playing shows in front of screaming fans. To him, the dream has come true. Finally, he's not alone in his journey; he has his teammate beside him and is determined to succeed.
Line by Line Meaning
I wanna walk into the mall
I have an insatiable desire to acquire material possessions
Tell the man I'll take it all
I am willing to make a deal to acquire everything in the store
Drop it from the rooftop what's gon' break my fall
I am willing to take risks to achieve my goals
I think I might I go on and on forever
I have an unyielding drive to succeed and achieve more
I wanna walk into the store
I have an unquenchable thirst to accumulate more possessions
Ill take everything and more
I am not satisfied with having just enough, I want everything and more
I wanna travel round the world
I have an unrelenting desire to explore new places and experiences
Places I aint been before
I seek adventure and novelty, rejecting the familiar
I be riding in my car with the music all the way up
I enjoy indulging in sensory pleasures, such as music
See me shining imma star take a picture see you later
I am confident and charismatic, attracting attention wherever I go
Ive been up some baby shit and everytime I wake up
I have faced challenges in life, but continue to persevere and move forward
Gotta head back to reality but reality is greater
I acknowledge that there may be setbacks and disappointments, but still value and appreciate my present circumstances
Than you could ever imagine you say that you pull up
I believe that my current reality is richer and more fulfilling than what others can comprehend
But im better at rapping, forever the captain
I am confident in my skills and talents, and feel a sense of leadership and control over my career
Ill be making music out of joy stick thumbs up
I take joy in creating and producing music, and have a fun and playful approach to my art
Joint lit y'all get what the point is
I enjoy smoking marijuana and assume my listeners do too
Baby I'm here I aint going nowhere
I am committed to my craft and will continue making music
All these haters say im faking but I really don't care
I am confident in my authenticity and do not feel threatened by negative opinions
Got my teammate right beside me you know where to find me
I have a strong support system and draw strength from those around me
Burgh representative I need y'all behind me cause
I am proud of my hometown and want their continued support as I pursue my dreams
One day im gonna get mine too
I believe that success is within my reach and am optimistic about my future
And I think that's sometime soon
I am eager to achieve success and feel that it is imminent
Whatever you got in your crib
I am not satisfied with my current possessions and aspire for more
Im gonna get it times two
I am determined to work hard and double my current success
If I win or lose what the fuck I gotta prove
I do not base my self-worth or validation on external outcomes
Ive been living out my dream everything I saw came true
I am proud of my accomplishments and grateful for the opportunities that have come my way
Travel on a tour before screaming fans
I enjoy the thrill of performing in front of a live audience and connecting with my fans
Got a stellar reputation girl be who I am
I have a positive and respected reputation in the music industry and beyond
Im gonna be the man, sir, connecting people everywhere
I envision myself as a unifying force, bringing people together through my music and influence
Like Samsung gotta shoot around the back alley oop and one
I use creative and unexpected approaches to achieve my goals
This the championship game you ready yo
I approach every opportunity as a high-stakes challenge, and am always ready to seize the moment
You don't sound ready better scream it just to let 'em know
I demand excellence from myself and others, and am not afraid to speak up and assert myself
My teammate right beside me
I value and rely on the support and encouragement of those closest to me
Burgh representative I need y'all behind me
I am proud of my roots and want my community to support and celebrate my success
Contributed by Natalie A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
TRICKR4CER
R.I.P. thank you for all the good music you made. ❤ 😢
DD
How is this not over a million??? This boy was slept on.
Zeldris Anders
Real Mac heads are here
Jack Fendi
Greatest era of music! RIP Mac 🙏🏾
Dr_Stab
This is my favorite song from him...Rest easy my man. ❤️
ItsOnlyGenjutsu
This song saved my life multiple times! R.I.P. to the no else realer Mr.Miller!
Daniel Herrera
First song I ever heard from Mac when was released back in 2011. Still keeping it in my heart, 2019.
RIP Brother
LilyKiin
Mac millers gunna go on and on in my head forever on and on forever !!! Never ever forget this song my dad showed it to me that shows how this mans music was legendary my dad was born in 61 he is picky about music to ... i'm so happy he showed me you Mac rest in peace with my mother my family I didnt know you but I can say I do miss you 🥺🌌🎶💜such a pure ball of love haha
Javeel Joseph
I use to bump this song everyday in high-school.... RIP G, this really shocked me
EleFantMonty
Shoutout to my freshman and sophomore years of High School. 2 of the best years of my life.. I miss them soooo damn much.
And you too Mac.