Cordae Lyrics and Album Tracklist

584 American Rapper & Songwriter

Cordae Amari Dunston (born August 26, 1997) was born in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States. He is an American rapper, singer and songwriter, who rose to prominence under the mononym Cordae. He is professionally known as Cordae. His unique style and exceptional ability to combine various musical genres have earned him a dedicated fan base and critical acclaim.

Cordae first made waves in the rap community by releasing remixes of popular songs, such as "My Name Is" by Eminem and "Old Niggas," a response to J. Cole's "1985." The videos for both remixes were uploaded to WorldStarHipHop's YouTube channel and garnered an overwhelmingly positive response from both mainstream media and the online rap community.

His debut studio album, The Lost Boy, released in 2019, was a masterpiece that cemented Cordae's place in the industry. The album showcased his exceptional talent as a rapper, singer, and songwriter. It features collaborations with Chance the Rapper, Anderson .Paak, and Meek Mill, among others.

The Lost Boy was a commercial and critical success, receiving two nominations for Best Rap Album and Best Rap Song for the single "Bad Idea" at the 62nd Grammy Awards. The album is a reflection of Cordae's personal journey, highlighting his struggles growing up and his experiences as a young black man in America.

In 2020, Cordae parted ways with the YBN collective, dropping the "YBN" from his stage name. The decision was made to allow him to pursue his artistic vision independently. Cordae continues to produce exceptional music and is considered one of the brightest talents in the rap industry today.

Cordae's talent and dedication to his craft have earned him a reputation as one of the most exciting artists in the industry. His unique blend of rap, R&B, and soul has captured the hearts of fans worldwide, and he shows no signs of slowing down.