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Chief Keef's 28th Birthday Playlist: A Journey Through His Iconic Tracks

The rapper has been blowing up the charts for a decade.

Today we celebrate the birthday of one of modern hip-hop's most influential figures: Chief Keef. Born Keith Farrelle Cozart, Chief Keef has ruled the charts with his unique style, unforgettable beats, and raw lyricism. As he turns 28, let's take a trip down memory lane with a playlist featuring some of his most iconic tracks, spanning the years that have defined his decade-long career.

  • "I Don't Like" (2012)

    We kick off the playlist with the song that propelled Chief Keef to mainstream recognition. With its hypnotic beat and powerful lyrics, this track introduced the world to the drill sound and solidified Chief Keef as a force to be reckoned with. Kanye West remixed "I Don't Like," giving the track more popularity. The song, which was on his debut album "Finally Rich," featured Lil Reese and charted at No. 15 on Billboard's U.S. Rap chart.

  • "Love Sosa" (2012)

    A follow-up hit from the same year, "Love Sosa," further established Chief Keef's dominance in the rap scene. Its infectious chorus and aggressive verses made it a standout track, becoming a fan favorite and a definitive anthem of his early career. The track peaked at No. 56 on the Billboard Hot 100.

  • "Hate Bein' Sober" (2012)

    Collaborating with 50 Cent and Wiz Khalifa, this track showcased Chief Keef's ability to work with other major artists. The result was a club banger that went two times platinum and rocked No. 37 on Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.

  • "Hold My Liquor" (2013)

    This Kanye West track included Chief Keef and Justin Vernon. Featured on the "Yeezus" album, the song hit No. 32 on Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.

  • "Ain't Missing You" (2015)

    Chief Keef's emotional side shines through in this heartfelt song. It's a tribute to his cousin and fellow rapper Blood Money, who tragically passed away at 30 years old in 2014. 

  • "Kills" (2017)

    Chief Keef's later years brought more experimental and diverse tracks. From his fourth album "Dedication," "Kills" is an example of his continued exploration of new sounds while maintaining his distinct identity as a rapper.

  • "Bean (Kobe)" (2020)

    Lil Uzi Vert's song featuring Keef, this collaboration brings together two contemporary rap giants. The track showcases Chief Keef's enduring relevance, even in collaboration with the newer generation of artists, and it became a huge hit. "Bean (Kobe)" peaked at No. 19 on the Billboard Hot 100.

    Happy birthday, Chief Keef!

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