BALLOONERISM
Track Listing
Tambourine Dream
DJ’s Chord Organ [Feat. SZA]
Do You Have A Destination?
5 Dollar Pony Rides
Friendly Hallucinations
Mrs. Deborah Downer
Stoned
Shagri-La
Funny Papers
Excelsior
Transformations [Feat. Delusional Thomas]
Manakins [Feat. Dylan Reynolds]
Rick’s Piano
Tomorrow Will Never Know
My Rating
7/10
Average Critic Rating
7.5/10
Overview
Mac Miller’s second posthumous release feels like a hazy daydream, balancing introspection with experimental artistry. Weaving Psychedelic tones, Lo-Fi textures, and Neo-Soul musicality with a subtle melancholy that lingers beneath the surface - it creates the perfect vibe. Mac’s lyrical delivery feels as intimate and effortless as ever as he navigates themes of self-discovery, growth, and the weight of existence - these themes feeling as heavy as ever. Despite being recorded over 10 years prior to its release, the songs still feel refreshingly new and offer a sonic exploration that rewards listeners who embrace its abstract and unique vibe.
Recommended for the abstract Hip-Hop lovers looking for another Mac Miller fix.
Featured Song
5 Dollar Pony Rides
Most Streamed
5 Dollar Pony Rides
Least Streamed
Tomorrow Will Never Know
Underrated
Rick’s Piano
TVV Top 3 Songs
5 Dollar Pony Rides | Stoned | Funny Papers
Singles
5 Dollar Pony Rides | Funny Papers
TVV Top 3 Non-Singles
Do You Have A Destination? | Manakins | Rick’s Piano
Listen to Again?
Yes
No-Skip Album?
No
Album Artwork Rating
7.5/10
The album artwork aligns perfectly with the album's ethereal and abstract themes, encapsulating the dreamy nature of the music. The choice of Alim Smith's distinctive style adds a unique visual representation to Mac Miller's artistic vision and could actually be the perfect choice for the album. "Balloon Mac" is a win.
Genre
Neo-Soul
RL
Warner Records
Recording Studio
The Sanctuary (Los Angeles, California)
Alternative Artwork
