INSTANT NATIONAL BESTSELLER! An album-declaration of Mac Miller's life and music through oral stories, intimate reflections, and critical examinations of his enduring work.

“One of the most vivid memories I have of him is the way he would look at you while playing a song for you. He would try to look straight into your eyes to see how you felt about it.” —Will Kalson, friend and first manager

After the tragic loss of Mac Miller in 2018, Donna-Claire Chesman dedicated a year to documenting his work from the unique perspective of her relationship with the music and Mac's unique relationship with his fans. Like many who followed him from the beginning of his career, she felt she was growing alongside the rapidly evolving artist, with his music being pivotal in her personal development.

“I want people to remember his humanity while listening to the music, to realize how much courage and bravery it takes to be so honest, so self-aware, and so true to what's happening internally.” —Kehlani, friend and musician.

The work evolved to include intimate interviews with many of Mac's closest friends and collaborators, from the Most Dope Family in Pennsylvania to the producers and musicians who helped him create his timeless music, such as Big Jerm, Rex Arrow, Wiz Khalifa, Benjy Grinberg, Just Blaze, Josh Berg, Syd, Thundercat, and others. These voices, along with the author's commentary, offer a vivid and poignant portrait of this remarkable artist.

“Reading the lyrics is crazy. It’s him telling us that he always hopes we respect him. I feel like it's a message from him, spiritually. Often, his music was like little letters and messages to friends, family, and the people he loved, reminding them who he really was.” —Quentin Cuff, best friend and tour manager.

Pages: 288, Year of Publication: 0120, Dimensions: 15.2x15.2cm