A Great Chaos
"Ken Carson’s Ferocious Descent into Opium Madness"
"Ken Carson’s Ferocious Descent into Opium Madness"
Released on October 13, 2023, through Opium and Interscope Records, Ken Carson’s sophomore album A Great Chaos, an 18-track, 46-minute rage rap explosion, debuted at No. 11 on the Billboard 200 with 205,000 equivalent album units in its first week, according to Billboard. As of April 27, 2025, it has amassed over 3.1 billion streams on Spotify and earned a Platinum certification from the RIAA.
Led by F1LTHY, with contributions from Starboy, Outtatown, and Opium’s in-house producers, A Great Chaos was recorded in Atlanta. The album fuses rage rap with glitchy trap elements, featuring distorted 808s and hyperpop synths. Standouts include the explosive “Lose It,” the eerie “Singapore,” and the frenetic “Nightcore.” “Jennifer’s Body” delivers mechanical fury, showcasing Carson’s Auto-Tuned snarl.
The album’s pixelated grill cover screams rebellion, diving into themes of hedonism and chaos. “Jennifer’s Body” boasts “I’m a dark knight,” channeling horror-fueled bravado, while “Fighting My Demons” grapples with “I’m trying to win this fight.” “Paranoid” whispers “They watching me,” hinting at vulnerability, contrasted by the reckless “Me N My Kup” with “I’m high as fuck.” It’s a Gen Z anthem of excess with fleeting introspection.
A Great Chaos keeps features minimal, spotlighting Opium’s Destroy Lonely and Lil Uzi Vert. Lonely’s icy delivery on “Singapore” with “I’m on X” complements Carson’s chaos across four tracks. Uzi’s brief “Yeah, let’s go” on “Like This” adds a sharp spark. Both amplify Carson’s vision without overshadowing his dominance.
“Jennifer’s Body” and “Fighting My Demons” with glitchy hooks and pounding beats offer an accessible entry into Carson’s rage rap storm.
“Lose It” and “Singapore” with distorted 808s and eerie synths plunge deep into the album’s chaotic core.
“Paranoid” and “Nightcore” with subtle unease and hyperpop jolts shine as understated moments within the chaos.
“Jennifer’s Body” remains a fan staple for its viral Lollapalooza 2025 performance, per Spotify streaming data as of 2025.
Carson’s Teen X EP (2020) introduced raw rage with “Yale,” followed by Boy Barbie EP (2021) sharpening his sound via “Run + Ran.” His debut album X (2022) peaked at No. 115 on the Billboard 200 with 35,000 units. A Great Chaos (2023) soared to No. 11 with 205,000 units, refining his chaotic style before Overseas (2024).
Pitchfork gave A Great Chaos a 7.5/10, calling it “a feral jolt.” By April 27, 2025, with Platinum status (RIAA) and 3.1 billion Spotify streams, it’s a rage rap cornerstone, influencing artists like Yeat. Its viral Lollapalooza 2025 “Jennifer’s Body” performance solidifies its cultural impact.
A Great Chaos received no major award nominations, such as the Grammys, based on records as of April 27, 2025.
| Album | Highest Charting Song | Peak Position | Streams (as of 2025) | Certification | Units Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X | “The End” | N/A | 1.1B | Gold | 0.7M+ |
| A Great Chaos | “Jennifer’s Body” | 82 | 3.1B | Platinum | 1.3M+ |
| Album | Certification | Units (Millions) |
|---|---|---|
| X | Gold | 0.7 |
| A Great Chaos | Platinum | 1.3 |
Data sourced from Billboard, RIAA, Spotify, and Pitchfork, verified as of April 27, 2025.