Chance the Rapper
Awards & Honours
26
Awards Won
3
Honours
3
Rankings
3
Covers
2
Records
Chance the Rapper's achievements are historic for an independent artist. He is the first artist to win a Grammy with a streaming-only album, a milestone that reshaped industry norms. His three Grammy wins in 2017 put him on par with major-label peers. He also became the first artist to independently distribute a film through a major theater chain. Through his nonprofit SocialWorks, he has contributed $10 million to Chicago communities, impacting thousands of students annually. His Black Star Line Festival in Ghana drew 52,000 attendees, fostering cultural exchange across the African diaspora.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
First streaming-only album to win a Grammy Award
Coloring Book became the first streaming-only album to win a Grammy.
First artist to independently distribute a film through AMC Theatres
Magnificent Coloring World concert film was independently distributed.
SocialWorks nonprofit contributions
Donated $10 million to Chicagoland community, impacting 10,000 students annually.
Rankings & Lists
50 Best Albums of 2013
Best Albums of 2013
Best Albums of 2013
Magazine Covers
Rolling Stone
2017-06-01
Chance the Rapper: The Independent King
GQ
2017-08-01
Chance the Rapper on Fatherhood and Faith
Time
2017-09-01
Chance the Rapper: The Future of Music
Records & Feats
First streaming-only album to win a Grammy Award
Coloring Book won Best Rap Album at the 2017 Grammys.
First artist to independently distribute a film through AMC Theatres
Magnificent Coloring World was distributed without a major studio.