Everything You Need to Know About Mac Miller’s Balloonerism: Release Date, Tracklist, and Features
The long-awaited posthumous album from Mac Miller, titled Balloonerism, is finally on the horizon. Recently unveiled details about the tracklist have fans buzzing with excitement over this rediscovered project from the late artist. Here’s everything we know about the highly anticipated release.
When Will Balloonerism Be Released?
The “lost” album Balloonerism will officially drop on January 17, 2025, nearly a decade after Mac Miller recorded it. The announcement was made with a 2.5-minute teaser showcased during Tyler, the Creator’s Camp Flog Gnaw Festival in Los Angeles.
The teaser featured animated visuals culminating in what appears to be the album’s official cover art, a stunning portrait of Mac created by artist Alim Smith. The words “coming soon” left fans eagerly counting down the days.
What’s the Tracklist for Balloonerism?
The album boasts 14 tracks, all recorded between Mac’s critically acclaimed Watching Movies with the Sound Off (2013) and the fan-favorite mixtape Faces (2014). Here’s the official lineup:
- Tambourine Dream
- DJ’s Chord Organ – feat. SZA
- Do You Have a Destination?
- 5 Dollar Pony Rides
- Friendly Hallucinations
- Mrs. Deborah Downer
- Stoned
- Shangri-La
- Funny Papers
- Excelsior
- Transformations – feat. Delusional Thomas
- Manakins
- Rick’s Piano
- Tomorrow Will Never Know
Each track promises to capture Mac’s creative evolution during a pivotal time in his career.
Who Features on the Album?
The album includes just two features: SZA, who collaborates on DJ’s Chord Organ, and Delusional Thomas, one of Mac’s alter egos, featured on Transformations.
Fans speculate that Balloonerism may also feature some surprise cameos. Mac Miller worked with a diverse range of collaborators during his career, including Ariana Grande, Miguel, and Lil Wayne, so any additional features would add an extra layer of intrigue.
The Origins of Balloonerism
Fans have known about Balloonerism for nearly a decade. The album was reportedly recorded in just over a week before the release of Faces in 2014. Several tracks from the project, such as Do You Have a Destination?, Uber, and The Song That Changed Everything, have leaked online over the years, featuring guest appearances from artists like SZA and Dylan Reynolds.
In a statement accompanying the release announcement, Mac Miller’s family shared insight into the album’s importance: “Many fans of Malcolm know of Balloonerism, a full-length album Malcolm created around the time of Faces in 2014. This project held immense significance for him—so much so that he commissioned artwork for it, and discussions about its release were frequent. However, it ultimately took a backseat to GO:OD AM and his subsequent albums.”
Why Is Balloonerism So Special?
Balloonerism isn’t just an album—it’s a window into Mac’s artistic soul during one of his most experimental periods. It bridges the gap between his early rise to stardom and his later, introspective works like Swimming and Circles.
This release isn’t just about music; it’s about honouring Mac Miller’s creative legacy and sharing a piece of his story that fans have long awaited.
As the release date approaches, anticipation continues to build. Will Balloonerism become another timeless classic in Mac’s discography? We’ll find out on January 17. For now, the teaser and tracklist offer a tantalizing glimpse into what’s to come.
