MGK’s ‘Tickets to My Downfall’: Ranking the Top Collaborations

MGK’s album, “Tickets to My Downfall,” released in 2020, marked a significant turning point in his career. Transitioning from hip-hop to pop-punk, this album represented his evolution as an artist. Produced in collaboration with Travis Barker of blink-182 fame, it redefined MGK’s musical identity and fueled a resurgence in pop-punk.

Overview of “Tickets to My Downfall”

The album was critically acclaimed, reaching the top of various charts. It reawakened interest in guitar-driven music reminiscent of the Warped Tour era. Since its initial release, MGK has reissued the album multiple times, each version featuring new collaborations and alternate takes.

Top Collaborations on “Tickets to My Downfall”

• “Love Race” featuring Kellin Quinn

  This track, first released in 2021, marked MGK’s third collaboration with the Sleeping With Sirens lead vocalist. Their previous collaborations included “Alone” and a cover of “Swing Life Away.”

• “Nothing Inside” featuring iann dior

  Before their collaboration on this album, MGK and iann dior worked on “Sick and Tired,” a single from dior’s “I’m Gone” collection. “Nothing Inside” was released later that year, right before dior gained fame with “Mood.”

• “My Ex’s Best Friend” featuring blackbear

  This hit peaked at No. 2 on Billboard’s Hot Rock & Alternative Songs and won “Best Alternative” at the MTV VMAs. It transformed the duo’s previous collaboration on “End Of The Road” into a pop-punk classic.

• “All I Know” featuring Trippie Redd

  Also a native of Ohio, Trippie Redd had collaborated with MGK on “Candy” prior to this album. “All I Know” blends Trippie’s melodic style with MGK’s vocal intensity.

• “Body Bag” featuring YUNGBLUD and Bert McCracken

  In a previous interview, MGK expressed his desire to collaborate with Bert McCracken of The Used. This collaboration, alongside YUNGBLUD, became a standout track in the deluxe edition.

• “Forget Me Too” featuring Halsey

  The chemistry between Halsey and MGK shone in this collaboration, which reached No. 1 on the UK Rock & Metal chart shortly after its release. It became a defining piece of the album.

The Impact of “Tickets to My Downfall”

The success of “Tickets to My Downfall” demonstrated that MGK could thrive in spaces beyond rap. This album not only showcased his versatility but also sparked renewed enthusiasm for pop-punk music among fans. As MGK embarks on his five-year anniversary tour, these unforgettable collaborations will undoubtedly be celebrated.