Artists / Alternative Hip-Hop

Chance the Rapper

Chance the Rapper is an alternative hip-hop artist from Chicago, Illinois.

Chicago rapper who became a star without a label; his Coloring Book was the first streaming-only album to win a Grammy.

Key albums
10 DayAcid RapColoring Book
Key tracks
Cocoa Butter KissesSunday CandyNo ProblemBlessings

Who is Chance the Rapper?

Chance the Rapper (Chancelor Bennett) is a rapper from Chicago, Illinois.

Known for

His free mixtapes 10 Day (2012) and Acid Rap (2013), followed by Coloring Book (2016) with "No Problem". Coloring Book won the Grammy for Best Rap Album, the first streaming-only release ever to win a Grammy.

Style

Joyful and playful, with a squeaky, expressive voice and lots of ad-libs. He mixes rap with gospel choirs, jazz horns and soul.

Impact

Chance proved that an independent artist could reach the very top without a record deal, and brought an openly spiritual, positive sound to mainstream hip-hop.

Influences

  • Kanye West

Chance the Rapper: quick answers

What genre is Chance the Rapper?

Chance the Rapper’s music falls under Alternative Hip-Hop. Chance the Rapper is part of Midwest hip-hop, with the most important work in the 2010s.

Where is Chance the Rapper from?

Chance the Rapper is from Chicago, Illinois.

What is Chance the Rapper’s real name?

Chance the Rapper’s real name is Chancelor Bennett.

When did Chance the Rapper start?

Chance the Rapper has been active since 2011.

Who influenced Chance the Rapper?

Chance the Rapper was influenced by Kanye West.

Which artists are similar to Chance the Rapper?

If you like Chance the Rapper, listen to Childish Gambino, Kanye West, Mac Miller and Kid Cudi.