Childish Gambino’s new, funk-driven album, "Awaken, My Love!," is finally out. Even though we always knew it would be a major departure in style from his previous work, it’s still hard for many people to say they predicted a Maggot Brain-era P-Funk record coming from a rapper once known for Lil Wayne-style punch lines and tender, confessional lyrics.
What we have always known, though, is that Childish Gambino has always been more than just a rapper. Even from the early days, he’s been showing off a multitude of talents through his music, lacing his songs with skillful falsetto, interesting samples, and off-beat instrumentals. In light of the sharp departure of "Awaken, My Love!," Complex rounded up ten songs from his catalog that best display his departures from straight hip-hop.
"Break (All of the Lights Remix)"
Release Date: April 9, 2011
"The Worst Guys (feat. Chance the Rapper)"
Release Date: Dec. 10, 2013
"Letter Home"
Release Date: Nov. 15, 2011
"Do Ya Like"
Release Date: July 3, 2010
"III. Telegraph Ave. (Oakland by Lloyd)"
Release Date: Dec. 10, 2013
"Sober"
Release Date: Oct. 2, 2014
"R.I.P. (feat. Bun B)"
Release Date: July 4, 2012
"II. Shadows"
Release Date: Dec. 10, 2013
"These Girls (feat. Garfunkel & Oates)"
Release Date: July 3, 2010
"Freaks and Geeks"
Release Date: March 8, 2011
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