Need To Know (feat. Chance The Rapper) May 2026

"Need to Know" is a track by featuring Chance the Rapper , released on February 26, 2016. It is the eighth song on their second studio album, This Unruly Mess I've Made . Song Themes & Composition

He opens with a critique of capitalism, the superficiality of social media, and the "half-truths" told in the industry. He speaks on the struggle of identity and the temptation to find meaning through material purchases like "Louis duffel bags" and "Jordans". Need To Know (feat. Chance The Rapper)

Watch the official audio and lyric video for this collaboration below: Need To Know (feat. Chance The Rapper) Macklemore - Topic YouTube• Feb 29, 2016 Need To Know (feat. Chance The Rapper) lyrics - Musixmatch "Need to Know" is a track by featuring

Both artists reflect on their desire to return to the "open mic" days, where they felt less pressure to conform to what is "cool" or marketable. Reception & Credits He speaks on the struggle of identity and

Music reviewers noted the song for its "existential chronicling" and the strong chemistry between the artists. Many listeners felt that Chance’s performance was a standout, with some critics suggesting he "stole the show".

Chance delivers the hook and the second verse, where he shifts the focus to his daughter. He expresses anxiety about raising a girl in a society that often objectifies women and admits to seeing more of his own father in himself as he grows older.

The track was produced by Ryan Lewis , Cardiak , and CritaCal .