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.
Party On Fifth Ave.
Mac Miller Lyrics
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I think, I think I see where you're goin' with this one E
Hey, hey, been around the world and back, yeah I did that
Still kick raps that cause impact, so where's my kids at?
These muhfuckas hatin', soundin' funnier than Sinbad
I'm ill as the pills that they give you when you collapse
This, that, the other, kiss your mother with that mouth?
We just storm in your house open doors through a cloud
Got an assortment of styles, just be sure that it's wild
Six thirty in the mornin' and there still ain't signs of slowin' down
Twin sisters gettin' wasted so they both are down
It's goin' down, I thought I told you man
If you tryna to party let me see you raise your hand
There's a party on Fifth Ave. (There's a party on Fifth Ave.)
Hit me if you tryna go (hit me if you tryna go)
I can be there in like twenty, I'ma honk it and come runnin'
'Cause we gotta hit the road (yeah, we gotta hit the road)
Make you sure you got a clean shirt, clean pants, new shoes (new shoes)
We're just about there you choose (you choose)
But there's a party on Fifth Ave. tonight
And that's what I'm tryin' to do
Hey, what's the difference 'tween me and you?
When no one believe in you, I'm flyer than Beetlejuice
Don't count on the sheep to snooze, I'm fucked up off weed and booze
I party then sleep 'til noon, what every day people do
So haters see me improve just give me a week or two
See when you read the news, my bitches all sleepin' nude
My rhyme talent is why, my album is fly
Your favourite record, you gonna put it aside
This that old school shit soundin' good in the ride
And fuck ten, I'm only countin' to nine
Said this that old school shit, soundin' good in the ride
So let's head out to the party, I'll drive
There's a party on Fifth Ave. (There's a party on Fifth Ave.)
Hit me if you tryna go (hit me if you tryna go)
I can be there in like twenty, I'ma honk it and come runnin'
'Cause we gotta hit the road (yeah, we gotta hit the road)
Make you sure you got a clean shirt, clean pants, new shoes (new shoes)
We're just about there you choose (you choose)
But there's a party on Fifth Ave. tonight
And that's what I'm tryin' to do
What's goin' on? There's a party
Hope the neighbours don't mind us gettin' loud
Homies to the left, all the ladies to the right
We came to get down, we gon' do that now
My light up shoes on, my light up shoes on
My light up shoes on
They love the way my kicks flash
This ain't a time to just sit back
'Cause, there's a party on Fifth Ave.
There's a party on Fifth Ave. (There's a party on Fifth Ave.)
Hit me if you tryna go (hit me if you tryna go)
I can be there in like twenty, I'ma honk it and come runnin'
'Cause we gotta hit the road (yeah, we gotta hit the road)
Make you sure you got a clean shirt, clean pants, new shoes (new shoes)
We're just about there you choose (you choose)
But there's a party on Fifth Ave. tonight
And that's what I'm tryin' to do
In "Party On Fifth Ave.," Mac Miller raps about his wild experiences at a party happening on Fifth Avenue, a major street in Manhattan, New York City. Miller boasts about his rhyme talent and album's success, making reference to his drug use and lazy lifestyle. He addresses his haters as he aims to impress and invites listeners to join in on the fun.
The lively beat, catchy chorus, and entertaining lyrics all add to the song's party vibe. Miller's delivery is lively and he shows off his exceptional rapping skills. The song's themes of partying, drinking, and having a good time can be a reflection of Miller's personal life or a representation of young adult experiences in general.
Overall, "Party On Fifth Ave." is an upbeat and fun song that captures the essence of partying and enjoying life with friends.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, ha ha ha ha ha
Introduction to the upbeat song with a carefree tone
I think, I think I see where you're goin' with this one E
Acknowledging someone's suggestion or idea for the song
Hey, hey, been around the world and back, yeah I did that
Boasting about travelling around the world and back, achieving success
Still kick raps that cause impact, so where's my kids at?
Displaying his rap talent that has an impact on listeners and asking his fans where they are
These muhfuckas hatin', soundin' funnier than Sinbad
Expressing that his haters are insignificant and humorous
I'm ill as the pills that they give you when you collapse
Comparing himself to pills that cure ailments and describing his talent as impressive
This, that, the other, kiss your mother with that mouth?
Asking if one is speaking inappropriately with their unnecessary words
We the assholes that she warned you about
Referencing his bad boy image that mothers might warn their children about
We just storm in your house open doors through a cloud
Painting a picture of a wild party where they are storming into someone's house and causing a ruckus
Got an assortment of styles, just be sure that it's wild
Showing off his varied rap styles while also stressing that it's all wild
Six thirty in the mornin' and there still ain't signs of slowin' down
Describing an all-night party that hasn't lost any intensity even in the early morning
Twin sisters gettin' wasted so they both are down
Suggesting that two sisters are drunk and up for anything at the party
It's goin' down, I thought I told you man
Asserting that the party is in full swing and reminding someone about it
If you tryna to party let me see you raise your hand
Encouraging people to join in the party by raising their hand
There's a party on Fifth Ave. (There's a party on Fifth Ave.)
Repeating the chorus that there's a party on Fifth Avenue
Hit me if you tryna go (hit me if you tryna go)
Asking the listener to contact him if they want to attend the party
I can be there in like twenty, I'ma honk it and come runnin'
Promising to be there within twenty minutes if someone contacts him and he'll honk and come to pick them up
'Cause we gotta hit the road (yeah, we gotta hit the road)
Stating that they must leave and go quickly to the party
Make you sure you got a clean shirt, clean pants, new shoes (new shoes)
Encouraging someone to dress well with a clean shirt, pants and new shoes
We're just about there you choose (you choose)
Stating that they're nearby and asking the listener to choose where to meet
But there's a party on Fifth Ave. tonight
Reiterating that there's a party on Fifth Avenue tonight
And that's what I'm tryin' to do
Expressing that he's trying to go to the party on Fifth Avenue
Hey, what's the difference 'tween me and you?
Asking someone what makes them different from him
When no one believe in you, I'm flyer than Beetlejuice
Bringing to light how he proved his critics wrong and stating that he's cooler than Beetlejuice
Don't count on the sheep to snooze, I'm fucked up off weed and booze
Admitting to being under the influence and not conforming to what people think is normal
I party then sleep 'til noon, what every day people do
Explaining that he parties late and sleeps in like any normal person
So haters see me improve just give me a week or two
Promising that he will show his haters improvement in just a week or two
See when you read the news, my bitches all sleepin' nude
Indicating that he's in the headlines and his women are all sleeping without clothes
My rhyme talent is why, my album is fly
Crediting his rap talent and calling his album great
Your favourite record, you gonna put it aside
Suggesting that his album is better than someone's favourite album and they will put it aside to listen to his
This that old school shit soundin' good in the ride
Classifying his rap style as sounding like old school hip hop and sounding great while driving
And fuck ten, I'm only countin' to nine
Rejecting the number ten, and saying he's only counting to nine
Said this that old school shit, soundin' good in the ride
Repeating that his music fits the description of old school hip hop and sounds good while driving
So let's head out to the party, I'll drive
Encouraging the listener to join him and he'll drive to the party
What's goin' on? There's a party
Noticing that there's a party and asking what's happening
Hope the neighbours don't mind us gettin' loud
Expressing hope that the neighbours won't be bothered by the loud noise from the party
Homies to the left, all the ladies to the right
Giving directions to his friends to go left and to the ladies to go right
We came to get down, we gon' do that now
Stating that they came to party and they're going to do just that
My light up shoes on, my light up shoes on
Showing off his shoes that light up
They love the way my kicks flash
Asserting that people like how his shoes light up
This ain't a time to just sit back
Encouraging everyone to get up and join the fun
'Cause, there's a party on Fifth Ave.
Reiterating again that there's a party on Fifth Avenue
Lyrics ยฉ BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Charles Spurling, Eric Allan Dan, Hank Ballard, Jeremy Kulousek, Malcolm James McCormick
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Brandon James
Anyone else think Mac was way ahead of his own body he was living in? Everything is relatable to me and I still think he knew he wanted too make an impact on some people, little does he know heโs paved the path for young kids including me. So full of positive energy straight from a young kid such big dreams just wish I could thank him in person
run2fast
Well nowadays only real prodigy Gomunkul 6 can be close (NOT REALLY) to Mac Miller,
John Smith
Thumbs up if you still kickin the great tunes๐๐๐๐๐
zebo fn
@Arnaud Mourier you just exposed yourself for not being a mac fan
Aris.Ghostin
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Fai
Personally Mac Miller is my fav one. Im greatful to the universe in 2022 we got somebody who could be next him like Gomunkul 6 #
anakingo
RIP Mac. This is your most legendary hit and forever will be. โค๏ธ๐๐ผ
Dub4Lif3
Not even close. Hes got songs back when he was just starting off way more legendary.
His song "Loud" is FIRE and a BANGER!
Mac Miller - Loud (prod.by Big Jerm & sayez) and the beat is raw AF
Hecho en Tenochtitlan
The Spins
Tyler Dumbleton
Self care tf are you talking bout?