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.
People
Mac Miller Lyrics
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People that fly to the air, just flow, like snow.
I know people that choke
People that's rich, know people that's broke,
Know people that love, people that hate,
Some tell you that your good,
Some tell you you're doing great!
Hey, I know people can't wait,
Some people act cool, some act phony,
People know your friends, but they'll never be a homie
I know people think they know me
Cause I'm lame and untalented, own me
Girls wanna own me, labels wanna clone me
Haters wanna choke me, stoners wanna smoke weed
People never gonna change,
Cause no two people are the same
[Chorus:]
We, we are just two people
What more can we do,
Give me one more day,
I'mma spend it with you,
With you
I can't complain, how people know my name
But when come back home, not a damn thing change
I bet people can't believe,
Some after the money,
Some under the greed
If you're showing love, then you're cool with me,
I'm the same old dude, before the jewelry
And everything is kinda new to me,
Things ain't nothing how they're use to be
People thought I wouldn't
Some people thought that I probably could,
Some people think that the boy turned at hollywood
Living up every day, work well,
Doing.. when they see the girl slam.
I'm glad I get to call it mine,
Is the type of thing so hard to find
You can't tell us.. to shine, ..
She's gonna have inches all the time
[Chorus:]
Hey! we are just old people
Wonder what we can do,
Give me one more day,
I'mma spend that with you!
With you!
Until I'm with somebody, I don't know what to do,
They may not understand you cause they see you only move!
Girl is.. try to get you to my room,
Cause I've been going crazy knowing..
[Chorus:]
Hey! we are just old people
Wonder what we can do,
Give me one more day,
I'mma spend that with you!
With you!
In the song "People" by Mac Miller, he reflects on the different types of people he knows- those who try and those who don't, those who are rich and those who are broke, those who love and those who hate, and those who think they know him when they really don't. He acknowledges that no two people are the same and that he can't complain about people knowing his name, but when he comes back home, nothing has changed. He also talks about his appreciation for someone special in his life and his desire to spend more time with them.
Through the lyrics, Miller touches on the theme of individuality and the idea that people are multifaceted and complex. He recognizes that people have different motivations and opinions, but ultimately, there is value in recognizing and appreciating those differences. The song also emphasizes the importance of relationships and the desire to spend time with loved ones, which can often be overlooked in the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Overall, "People" is a thoughtful, introspective track that showcases Mac Miller's lyrical skill and ability to reflect on his own experiences while still making music that resonates with a wider audience.
Line by Line Meaning
I know people that try, people that don't
I have in my circle people who put in their best efforts and those who don't even bother.
People that fly to the air, just flow, like snow.
Some people have a carefree attitude and go with the flow like snow falling in the air.
I know people that choke
I have come across people who fail to perform under pressure in critical situations.
People that's rich, know people that's broke,
I know wealthy people and those who struggle financially.
Know people that love, people that hate,
I am familiar with individuals who are kind and loving, as well as those who harbor ill will towards others.
Some tell you that your good,
Some people offer words of encouragement by saying you're good at something.
Some tell you you're doing great!
Certain individuals go a step further and acknowledge your efforts by telling you that you're doing an excellent job.
Hey, I know people can't wait,
I am aware of people who eagerly anticipate the chance to hear my thoughts and opinions.
They wanna hear every single thing I gotta say.
People are interested in listening to everything I have to say.
Some people act cool, some act phony,
People behave differently around others, sometimes trying to appear cool and genuine, and sometimes pretending to be something they're not.
People know your friends, but they'll never be a homie
People know of your acquaintances, but they can never replace the bond of true friendship.
I know people think they know me
Some people assume that they know everything about me based on their perception of me.
Cause I'm lame and untalented, own me
Some people assume that I lack talent and are quick to judge me for it.
Girls wanna own me, labels wanna clone me
Some girls are interested in me, and record labels try to copy my style and make me into something I'm not.
Haters wanna choke me, stoners wanna smoke weed
Some people dislike me and wish to harm me, while others want to smoke weed with me.
People never gonna change,
The nature of people remains unchanged, as everyone has their own personality and quirks.
Cause no two people are the same
No two people are identical or have the exact same behavior, thought process, or personality traits.
We, we are just two people
The singer is acknowledging that they are just like anyone else, not different from the people around them.
What more can we do,
The singer is questioning whether there is anything else they can do to be unique.
Give me one more day,
The singer is asking for more time to spend with someone special to them.
I'mma spend it with you,
The singer plans to spend the additional time with the person they care about.
But when come back home, not a damn thing change
No matter how famous one becomes, their home life and surroundings remain the same.
Some after the money,
Some people are only interested in money and not personal connections or relationships.
Some under the greed
Some people are motivated by greed and the desire to acquire more wealth.
If you're showing love, then you're cool with me,
The singer values genuine affection in others and considers such people to be cool.
I'm the same old dude, before the jewellery
The singer has not been affected by their success and luxury possessions and is still the same person they were before becoming famous.
And everything is kinda new to me,
The singer is still getting used to their newfound success and its impact on their life.
Things ain't nothing how they're use to be
The singer's life has changed drastically and is no longer like it was before their success.
Some people thought that I probably could,
Some people believed that the singer had the potential to achieve great things.
Some people think that the boy turned at Hollywood
Some people believe that the singer has grown distant from their roots and become too immersed in the Hollywood lifestyle.
Living up every day, work well,
The singer is working hard to maintain their success and live up to expectations.
Doing.. when they see the girl slam.
The singer is making an effort to impress someone and win their affection.
I'm glad I get to call it mine,
The singer feels grateful that something special belongs to them.
Is the type of thing so hard to find
The singer believes that finding something special and valuable is rare and not easy to come by.
You can't tell us.. to shine, ..
The singer refuses to let anyone control or influence their success and shine in their own way.
She's gonna have inches all the time
The singer's special someone has qualities that make them stand out and be admired by others.
Until I'm with somebody, I don't know what to do,
The singer feels lost and unsure of how to spend their time until they can be with someone special.
They may not understand you cause they see you only move!
Others may misjudge or fail to understand someone if they only observe them superficially without getting to know them better.
Contributed by Julian D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Bushwick Bill
Keeping me afloat homie, thanks and love
wattie
Glad to hear it
Big40Glock
So fire fuckkkkkk miss u Mac this shit hurts
Cassy
❤
TRISTAN WILLIAMSON
Why not on Apple Music
Dakota Harbert
This isnt unreleased is it? I've heard this song alot
wattie
It was supposed to be on BDE, but as far as I'm aware it's unrelesed, just leaked for a few years
Dakota Harbert
Oh ok I guess I've been listening to Mac hard forever. Unreleased and on his albums.. I grew up with his music. The best thing to come out Pittsburgh In 92'
wattie
@Dakota Harbertyeah, all good! Really recommend listening to the song called splash!