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.
Play Ya Cards
Mac Miller Lyrics
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So she came up to me and asked my name
I said it's funky Mac, I don't play no games
If you wanna come home with me tonight
You better play ya cards right
I came to rock right now
I've been known to rock a microphone
She got a boyfriend but left him home
See I got style, so yes I brag
The things I do just make them mad
Download new pics to my iPad
While your girlfriend look like she's dressed in drag
You a fad, this is forever, ladies in love with my agenda
My name's somethin' these girls remember
She write hers down, return to sender
I don't need it, Vicky she can keep her secrets
One night only, that's how I treat this
Sleep in, bitch please, make me some breakfast
And then leave
So she came up to me and asked my name
I said it's funky Mac, I don't play no games
If you wanna come home with me tonight
You better play ya cards right
So she came up to me and asked my name
I said it's funky Mac, I don't play no games
If you wanna come home with me tonight
You better play ya cards right
You see I came to rock right now
I'm the best and I came to get down
I've been known to rock a microphone
Girls audition to bring them home
See I might choose, so just go with it
Her mom adores me, dad thinks I'm a nitwit
That don't really matter, I'm a have her fall in love
I need my beauty, brains, booty, and she all of the above
Relationships, I hate that shit
Got one night only, so make it quick
You see me out, wanna take a pic
Fuck me once, wanna date and shit
I ain't that rich, but I got bread
To make a sandwich, get me fed
Decide right now, don't got all night
This the life, so play ya cards right
So she came up to me and asked my name
I said it's funky Mac, I don't play no games
If you wanna come home with me tonight
You better play ya cards right
So she came up to me and asked my name
I said it's funky Mac, I don't play no games
If you wanna come home with me tonight
You better play ya cards right
"Play Ya Cards" is a song by the late American rapper Mac Miller. The lyrics talk about being the best in the game, bragging about his style and talents. It tells a story of a girl who approached him and asked his name, to which he responds with "funky Mac, I don't play no games." He warns her that if she wants to come home with him tonight, she better play her cards right. He brags about his achievements, with girls auditioning to bring them home. This song demonstrates Mac's confidence in his ability and the rejection of traditional relationships.
In the song, Mac Miller displays his confidence and self-love. The lyrics suggest that he is proud of who he is and the way he presents himself. He is unafraid to speak his mind and tell it how it is. The song also indicates that the artist doesn't want a genuine relationship but more of a one night stand. He warns the girl that if she wants to come home with him, she should know her place.
The catchy beat, combined with Miller's confident delivery of the lyrics, makes this song appealing. It's lively and upbeat, making it a perfect party anthem. The song also showcases Miller's witty wordplay and entertaining storytelling.
Line by Line Meaning
Uh, yeah, little old school shit
The song is starting with a slightly old-school vibe.
So she came up to me and asked my name
A girl approached Mac Miller and asked for his name.
I said it's funky Mac, I don't play no games
Mac introduced himself to the girl with a bit of swag and made it clear that he's not playing any games.
If you wanna come home with me tonight
Mac is inviting the girl to come home with him.
You better play ya cards right
Mac warns the girl that she better act right if she wants to come home with him.
I came to rock right now
Mac is focused on having a good time and performing well.
I'm the best and I came to get down
Mac has a lot of confidence and is ready to have a good time.
I've been known to rock a microphone
Mac is confident in his abilities as a rapper/performer.
She got a boyfriend but left him home
The girl who approached Mac has a boyfriend, but she still wanted to hang out with Mac.
See I got style, so yes I brag
Mac is confident in his sense of style and isn't afraid to show it off.
The things I do just make them mad
Mac's actions may upset some people, but he's not bothered by it.
Download new pics to my iPad
Mac is taking pictures and storing them on his iPad.
While your girlfriend look like she's dressed in drag
Mac is subtly insulting the appearance of the girl's girlfriend.
You a fad, this is forever, ladies in love with my agenda
Mac thinks some people are just trendy, but he believes his success is for the long term and he has a lot of female fans.
My name's somethin' these girls remember
Mac believes that he's memorable and his name is one that girls will remember after they meet him.
She write hers down, return to sender
Mac is not interested in the girl who gave him her name - he's rejecting her.
I don't need it, Vicky she can keep her secrets
Mac doesn't need to know everything about the girl, he's not trying to start a committed relationship.
One night only, that's how I treat this
Mac is only interested in a one night stand, nothing more.
Sleep in, bitch please, make me some breakfast
Mac is (rudely) demanding breakfast after a one night stand.
And then leave
Mac wants the girl to leave after breakfast.
You see I might choose, so just go with it
Mac is casually and calmly deciding who he wants to pursue that night.
Her mom adores me, dad thinks I'm a nitwit
The girl's mother likes Mac, but her father doesn't.
That don't really matter, I'm a have her fall in love
Mac is confident in his ability to make girls fall in love with him despite what their parents might think.
I need my beauty, brains, booty, and she all of the above
Mac has certain physical requirements for the girls he's interested in.
Relationships, I hate that shit
Mac is not interested in being in a serious relationship.
Got one night only, so make it quick
Mac is only interested in a one night stand with the girl.
You see me out, wanna take a pic
Mac is acknowledging that he's famous and people may want to take pictures with him.
Fuck me once, wanna date and shit
Mac believes that some girls will want to have a relationship with him even if they initially only wanted a one night stand.
I ain't that rich, but I got bread
Mac may not be incredibly wealthy, but he has enough money to buy food.
To make a sandwich, get me fed
Mac is highlighting his own basic needs and wants.
Decide right now, don't got all night
Mac is impatient and wants the girl to make a decision right away.
This the life, so play ya cards right
Mac is trying to convince the girl that being with him is worth it, but she needs to behave appropriately.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Malcolm McCormick, Evan Ingersoll
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@doodlebob2023
mac miller is the best rapper of all time. his aura is unmatched by any other artist. such a dang shame he died, but amazing what he did as a KID. guy died at 26, most people are still figuring life out and getting started at that age.
@nicbraccioforte6710
rip funky mac, we miss you homie
@anthonymartinez4843
So many memories to this album
@DojaPack
It’s funky mac
@thegoofydino3393
Rest In Peace Mac 💕🤍
@RWAC685
He’s Wright He Was, And Still Is The Best
@geolsohn5711
1:10
@andreszuluaga693
600D song homie.
@idontwantto8103
Rip forever remembered and brought to reality forever his positive rays
@USFCpresident
Goated track