Chance the Rapper 'Star Line': Every song ranked best to worst

Chancelor Johnathan Bennett, popularly known as Chance the Rapper's new album Star Line has arrived on August 15! The album comes six years after his first studio album, The Big Day. In a feature interview for CBS Mornings, the rapper revealed the album is one of the most "expansive" works and "covers" many "areas" of his life.

Describing it as a "release", he explained that the album is a cathartic outcome of his life transitions, including his divorce from partner, Kirsten Corley. Additionally, a press release describes it as Chance's "global journey". It notes,

"Created with longtime producer DexLvL and shaped by travels to Ghana, Jamaica and art fairs around the world, Star Line blends hip-hop, soul and experimental sounds with lyrical meditations on identity, resilience and legacy."

Note: This article reflects the writer’s opinion. Do comment with your suggestions to let us know which other items deserve to make the list.

Every song ranked from best to worst on Chance the Rapper's Star Line

Chance the rapper at 2025 Lollapalooza Festival - Source: Getty. (Photo by Erika Goldring/WireImage)

We are taking a look at Chance the Rapper's new album and ranking the 15 tracks from best to worst:

1. Ride

Ride has a retro vibe and beats. Featuring Do or Die's vocals, the upbeat and smooth-flowing track is one of the best on the album. Listeners took to the YouTube comment section, with many lauding the song and describing it as a summer anthem.

2. Space & Time

Space & Time is a melodious treat, with soft vocals and gentle music supporting the track. The track appears to be a tribute to a potentially lost love, while emphasising the need to grow. Emphasising the nature of time, Chance the Rapper sings,

"Know this time is borrowed, don't waste my tomorrows."

3. Star Side Intro

The rapper starts strong with Star Side Intro with the title track. With power-packed lyrics, Chance the Rapper seemingly announces his return and sings, "Even better than I was the last time, baby."

4. No More Old Men

No More Old Men features the complementary voices of Chance and Jamila Woods. While the former raps to the beat, the latter's soothing vocals add a delicate contrast.

5. ⁠Speed Of Light (feat. Lion Babe & Bj The Chicago Kid)

One of the longer tracks on the album, the track opens softly and then picks up quickly to grab the listener's attention. The single is a powerful ode to resilience and to not backing down. The lyrics shine a hopeful light on someone finding their way through the "dark."

6. Back To The Go (feat. VIC MENSA) & ⁠Link Me In The Future

Vic dives into the single after Chance the Rapper sings about his life in the first verse. The singer appears to reveal the need for a "break" and "space" to work on his life. Link Me In The Future has a different vibe with Chance singing in a robotic voice, but complements Back To The Go. One listener (@TheNeweRRa09) wrote,

"This album is healing my heart."

7. ⁠The Negro Problem (feat. Bj The Chicago Kid)

One thing that Chance the Rapper doesn't fail to do throughout the album is a direct delivery of his intentions directly. He is clear in narration, and his vocals are supported by pleasant beats in the background. The Negro Problem features an audio clip, emphasising "black is beautiful."

8. Tree (feat. Lil Wayne & Smino)

Released approximately a month ago, Tree marked Chance's musical comeback. Featuring Lil Wayne & Smino, listeners lauded the medley of the rappers' vocals, with hymn-like background music.

9. ⁠Burn Ya Block

Featuring in the second half of the album, Burn Ya Block continues to keep the momentum going. The track could easily pass as an official music track for a movie. One fan wrote,

"This has to be the peak of album, like no way it gets better than this."

10. ⁠Speed Of Love (feat. Jazmine Sullivan) & ⁠Pretty

As the name suggests, Speed of Love appears to be an ode to love, while evoking sadness in listeners. Pretty also slows one down and reins in a slower lyrical composition.

11. ⁠Drapetomania (feat. BabyChiefDoIt) & Just A Drop (feat. Jay Electronica)

Drapetomania comes in strong, with BabyChiefDoIt matching Chance the Rapper's rap style and speed. Unlike Drapetomania, Just A Drop makes one plug into their earphones and plunge into a sofa.

12. The Highs & The Lows (feat. Joey Bada$$)

The album features the single previously released in 2022. Even after some years, the song represents Chance's album's theme, with Joey Bada$$'s vocals still feeling fresh and crisp.

13. ⁠Letters

Stemming from thoughts, Letters sounds like a vulnerable account of Chance the Rapper's experience with religion and God.

14. Gun In Yo Purse (feat. Young Thug & TiaCorine)

A quick, no-nonsense track featuring Young Thug & TiaCorine. However, the lyrics don't offer much and appear to be repetitive.