Childish Gambino is the musical project of actor, writer, and multi-hyphenate creative Donald Glover, who began releasing music in 2008 and signed to Glassnote Records for his debut studio album Camp in 2011. His catalog spans multiple genre shifts, from introspective hip-hop to Afrofuturist funk and ambient soul, while maintaining consistent creative control as primary songwriter and producer. His 2018 single 'This Is America' became a cultural phenomenon, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
Donald Glover writes and produces nearly his entire catalog himself, frequently collaborating with composer Ludwig Göransson on production and arrangement. His authorship score approaches 95–100% across all studio albums, making him one of the highest-scoring artists in this database, a reflection of genuine artistic control from lyrics to final mix.
Covers all 5 studio albums.
Member Credit Breakdown
Percentage of all tracks (across all albums) where each member holds credit.
| Member | Period | Lyrics | Music | Production | Performance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donald Glover | 2010–present |
98%
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98%
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52%
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98%
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