Chancelor Bennett, aka Chance The Rapper or Lil' Chano from 79th, released his third mixtape, "Coloring Book", on May 13th, 2016. Ironically, this Friday the 13th, was lucky in the sense that the music world was graced with a gift from the Chicago based rapper. His previous mix-tapes "10Day" and "Acid Rap" ultimately defined his unique stylistic musicality, with his incorporation of various genera of music, but "Coloring Book" took his artistry to the next level. Chance has not only redefined Hip-Hop, but the music industry itself by his willingness to produce free, yes indeed FREE music, create inspirational and profound lyrics, and give his audience a critical analysis of current societal issues.

1. All We Got (feat. Kanye West and Children's Choir)

If working on Kanye West's song, "Ultralight Beam" was a hallmark for 2016, "All We Got" was the icing on the cake. For those of you who don't know, Kanye is Chance's idol. He continued the contemporary Gospel theme by opening his mixtape to express his liberation. "All We Got" declares to the world that he is back and better than ever with his intro "And We Back..." referring to his previous mixtape "Acid Rap". This song signifies his love and how his career in music wasn't an easy road but indeed the key to his success.

2. No Problem (feat. 2 Chainz and Lil Wayne)

I'm not signing anything.

Y'all don't want none, especially not from Chance. "No Problem" address the issues that Chance has had with various record companies trying to confine his artistry. Listen up. This is your final warning. Chance does not color between your lines.

3. Summer Friends (feat. Francis and The Lights and Jeremih)

Chatham. 79th. Ice Cream. Harolds. Summer Squad. Goodbye.

"Summer Friends" is an outcry to cease the gang violence that affects Chicagoans each summer. Unfortunately, Chicago is plagued by murders everyday, and the rate is heightened especially during summer. Chance pays respect to those fallen but at the same time reminisces the good times. Though the song has a somber tone, the beauty is expressed when Francis and The Lights opens with a hymn like harmony and lyrics. Chance wants us to understand the struggle that many young teens in Chicago are going through by shedding light on this current issue.

4. D.R.A.M. Sings Special (D.R.A.M. & Elle Varner)

"You are very special
You're special too
Everyone is special
This I know is true
When I look at you
You are very special
You're special too
Everyone is special
This I know is true
When I look at you"

D.R.A.M. Sings Special, the only song that isn't performed by Chance, is self-explanatory. Individuality + Uniqueness= Speciality. Everyone is someone's everything.

5. Blessings (feat. Jamila Woods)

Ain't God good!

Blessed and highly favored definitely explains Chance's current state. "Blessings" is a dedication to praise God for providing him with accomplishments and pure happiness until he can physically do no more. Chance has multiple songs on his mixtape that express his gratitude and recognition for the man up above. Amen.

6. Same Drugs

Wendy, never rolled for the whodies?

Wendy never rolled anything. "Same Drugs" is clearly not about drugs. Chance used the story of Peter Pan as a metaphor to explain his current state with his ex-girlfriend. He raps about how they used to have the same interests and that Neverland doesn't exist. Chance is unfortunately not Peter Pan in the sense that he grows up. His new responsibilities include raising a daughter. He refers to her as his "Dandelion". Ultimately he wants his daughter to know that she is loved by both her parents even if Wendy and Peter didn't necessarily have their happily ever after.

7. Mixtape (feat. Young Thug and Lil Yachty)

Mixtapes? People still make those?

Yes there are at least three people that consider mixtapes to be relevant. The three have at least one thing in common, they have never had a debut album. Young Thug has released several tapes over the years and Lil Yachty is new to the music scene. Chance believes that it shouldn't matter what type of medium that music is given to the public, whether it is for free distribution or for sale. Unfortunately, this has prevented him from receiving Grammy nominations despite the caliber of his creations. Are the trio the only people that still care about mixtapes?

8. Angels (feat. Saba)

Look! There's Flyboy to the rescue.

"Angels" solidifies his dedication to Chicago. He raps that he wants "to clean up the streets so his daughter can have somewhere to play". He is referring to the violence in the city. Moreover, Chance is working on a project to provide the homeless with waterproof and self-heating jackets. Chance is an activist for the city unlike the others (fathers, political leaders and previous rappers) that abandon the people. Chance also raps about his struggles and growth as an artist and person from the city. Chicago sees your halo, Chance.

9. Juke Jam (feat. Towkio and Justin Bieber)

Y'all going to the rink on Saturday?If you are from Chicago, you know what goes down at the rink on Saturday. "Juke Jam" begins with Chance reminiscing about his innocence when he would go to the rink. He would skate with his friends and his major concern was Frooties and Chews (Chicago candies) not girls. But as the song progresses, Chance raps about how they weren't skating anymore. He talks about "juking", a Chicago dancing similar to grinding, pictured above. Now that Chance is interested in those same girls, he talks about his transition from skating to "grown folks business". Nothing serious of course just dancing. When is the next Juke Jam?

10. All Night (feat. Knox Fortune)

Same Chance. New Money. WHO DIS?

"All Night" is dedicated to the bandwagon friends and fans. More often than not, when a person becomes famous or successful, *coughs* Chance, they mysteriously have a surplus of support and gratification from a new group of people. Many people want favors but Chance's answer to them is "Shut Up. Start Dancing, h*". Basically, if you weren't there from the bottom to the ultimate "glow up" be quiet and dance all night to the 80s house music beat.

11. How Great (feat. Jay Electronica and My Cousin Nicole)

Pretty Great.

"How Great" continues with theme of his dedication to praising God. However, this song has more of a sentimental feel because Chance features his cousin, Nicole. According to Chance's Reddit, this song is his favorite on the entire mixtape. His grandmother passed weeks before the release of "Coloring Book" and Nicole sang "How Great Is Our God" at the funeral. He was so moved that he had to sample her rendition for the piece. Ain't God Good?

12. Smoke Break (feat. Future)

Can we have time to ourselves?

Again, Chance uses drugs as a metaphor. "Smoke Break" is truly about him and his girlfriend needing a break from their daughter. Parenting isn't all that's it's cracked up to be and requires a lot of work. Chance raps about how he and his girlfriend no longer have as much time to do the same things they once did. Everyone needs a break.

13. Finish Line/Drown (feat. Noname, Eryn Allen Kane, T-Pain & Kirk Franklin)

Let the church say, Amen.

Amen. The Lord is praised again in "Finish Line/Drown." This is the longest song on the album because of the numerous artists and is split into two parts. Part I is mostly about the artists' success and how they are almost there. Part II is about their trials and tribulations. This song draws many parallels to the bible. Divine Inspiration.

14. Blessing (Reprise) (feat. Ty Dolla $ign)

Speak the Word.

Another "Blessings?" Same name but different. Chance uses spoken word instead of rapping to deliver his final song. Basically, this is concluding paragraph but in speaking format. He thanks God, talks about his climb to success and everything else in between. Though this song concludes the pages of "Coloring Book," we could read it from cover to cover again.