"Chronicles" is grounded in honesty and self-reflection—tenets Cordae highlighted as central to his growth between his debut and this project. The lyrics and visual together explore the delicate balance between professional ambition ("can't waste no time") and personal devotion ("if you left me now, I know how far I'd regret it").
Mixed by Manny Marroquin and mastered by Michelle Mancini.
Durkio occupies the parking lot, engaged in a tense conversation with his romantic interest, who appears skeptical of his promises.
The production was a collaborative effort involving high-profile names: Boi-1da, Audi, Don Mills, and Vinylz.