Space & Time is a poetic, cosmic journey from Chance the Rapper’s 2025 album STAR LINE, set to cement his return to ambitious, concept-driven hip-hop. Rooted in Chicago’s rich music scene, Chance blends soul, gospel, and storytelling with a celestial twist, reflecting on growth, distance, and the pull of love. Known for projects like Acid Rap and Coloring Book, he’s always balanced personal narratives with grand, uplifting vision.
Here, Chance paints vivid imagery of voyages beyond the moon, battle scars, and the need for “space to grow,” tying personal evolution to the vastness of the universe. While tracks like Ride channel hometown pride and Tree bursts with urgency, Space & Time slows the tempo for deep reflection, offering one of the most emotional moments on Star Line. Dive into the Space & Time lyrics below and explore the heart and cosmos of Chance’s latest chapter.
| Lead Vocals | Chance the Rapper |
| Songwriter | Chance the Rapper, DexLvL, Peter CottonTale, Lucien Parker, Jac Hatch & Greg Landfair |
| Music Producer | DexLvL, Peter CottonTale, Dwayne Verner Jr., Kuji, 9Three, Lucien Parker, Jac Hatch & Stix |
| Label | Chance the Rapper |
| Release Date | August 13, 2025 |
| Song Language | English |
| Copyright © | Chance the Rapper |
Lyrics of Space & Time by Chance the Rapper
[Verse 1]
I Grew Tall Overnight, I Woke Up One Day A Man
Walked Back By The Crib
Where We Would One Day Raise A Fam
I’d Been Around The World
Done All The Things I Can
I’m A Giant Now, I Can’t Wait ’til You See How Big I Am
[Chorus]
Space And Time Go Wherever You Follow
Can’t Waste Your Tomorrows
This Mission Apollo
So If Time Is Borrowed
I’ll Be Back Tomorrow
Just Look To The Stars If You Ever Feel Your Heart Broke
[Verse 2]
Shipwrecked On An Isle About A Mile Outside The Moon
I Went To War, Some Emperor Jones
I Took The Throne On Distant Shores
I Grew Up Fast, I Bumped My Head
I Hit The Door, I Jumped The Porch
I Upped The Score
My Sweet Penelope, That’s For Sure
Jumped The Gun, I Took The Bait
Those Sirens Came And Serenade Me To Sleep
They Whisper Songs, I Sang Along, I’ve Fallen Deep
Took My Time Under The Stars Out Of Place
I Was Gone, I Would Hope That You Wait
But I Know That…
[Chorus]
Space And Time Go Wherever You Follow
Can’t Waste Your Tomorrows
This Mission Apollo
So If Time Is Borrowed
I’ll Be Back Tomorrow
Just Look To The Stars If You Ever Feel Your Heart Broke
[Bridge]
But What If I Change My Ways
Would You Be Less Afraid?
Was Lost But I Found My Way
I Needed The Space To Grow
If You Love Me Set Me Free
Love
(Needed The Space To Grow)
Love Me, Love Me, Love Me
Love
(Needed The Space To Grow)
[Verse 3]
On My Face Are Battle Scars That Surely Scare A Child
I’ve Been Gone Awhile, I’m Not So Proud
If There’s Still Some Space For Me
I Was Hoping I Could Fit
You Said “It’s Too Late For That
But You Should See How Big She Is”
[Chorus]
Space And Time Go Whether Or Not You Call Home
Don’t Waste Your Sorrows
We’ll Be In Chicago
Know This Time Is Borrowed
Don’t Waste My Tomorrows
Go Back To Them Stars,
That Was Always Where Your Heart Was
[Outro]
What If I Change My Ways
Would You Be Less Afraid?
Was Lost But I Found My Way
I Just Needed The Space To Grow
If You Love Me Set Me Free
Love Me, Love Me
(Needed The Space To Grow)
Love Me, Love Me, Love Me, Love Me
Love
(Needed The Space To Grow)
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