For well over a decade Kaytranada has been realising music under Kaytradamus, Kaytranada, Kaytraminé and The Celestics, while producing for many, many artists.
Here's a breakdown of songs produced by Kaytranada over the years.
Note: this isn't intended as an exhaustive list of Kaytranada production credits.
2011
R.J. and Technique – Brain Suck
Released: October 2011
This is a very early Kaytranada production (under the original name of Kaytradamus). You can still hear his sound in the drums.
2012
Robert Nelson – DOROTHÉE
Released: August 2012
Again, under his original name Kaytradamus, he started to become recognized for his unique sounding beats and collaborated with Robert Nelson from the hip hop collective, Ataclair Ensemble.
2013
Cyber - Down Low
Released: May 2013
At this point he had rebranded to Kaytranada.
2014
Mobb Deep - My Block
Released: April 2014
This must've been a pretty crazy time for Kaytranada. He blew up on Soundcloud with his remixes and suddenly he had production credits on Mobb Deep's album, The Infamous Mobb Deep.
GoldLink – Sober Thoughts
Released: May 2014
Produced for Goldlink when Kaytra was blowing up and on his way to becoming a globally known producer.
Vic Mensa – Wimme Nah
Released: August 2014
There's also a Sango and Waldo remix of this.
Mick Jenkins – Rain
Released: September 2014
I believe this beat with the Anne Peebles sample is from the Kaytradamus days (here's the instrumental).
Shay Lia - 3 Months
Released: September 2014
Shay Lia is a frequent Kaytranada collaborator and this is one is a personal favorite.
2015
Wasiu - Physical
Released: February 2015
An all-Montreal collaboration.
Kali Uchis - Rush
Released: February 2015
Rush was produced by Kaytranada and BadBadNotGood and features on Kali Uchis' debut EP, Por Vida. The EP also has production from Tyler The Creator and Diplo.
The Internet – Girl
Released: June 2015
One of the absolute standout tracks from Ego Death.
Aminé – La Danse
Released: August 2015
The first released Kaytranada and Aminé collaboration, along with Buckwild and YeYe.
Mick Jenkins - Your Love
Released: August 2015
Released on Mick Jenkins' Waves EP, with Ps & Qs and Head Ass also produced by Kaytra.
Marvel Alexander - Popcorn
Released: August 2015
This is from Marvel Alexander's album, Don't Die Yet.
Rejjie Snow - Blakkst Skn
Released: September 2015
Great track, weird video.
Freddie Gibbs - Insecurities
Released: November 2015
Kaytranada and Freddie Gibbs are pals and also collaborated on My Dope House in 2015.
2016
Anderson .Paak - Lite Weight
Released: January 2016
One of my favorite tracks from Anderson .Paak's Malibu.
Azealia Banks - Along the Coast
Released: March 2016
Along the Coast is from Azealia Banks' second mixtape, Slay-Z, which also has production from UK Dubstep legends Bengi and Coki.
River Tiber - Gravity
Released: April 2016
River Tiber and Kaytranada collaborated with a recording session that also produced Illusions, featuring Pusha T.
Lou Phelps - Rent Is Due
Released: April 2016
One of the many beats Kaytranada has produced for his brother, Lou Phelps, both for his solo projects and their collaboration project, the Celestics. This one is coproduced by Planet Giza.
Katy B - Honey
Released: April 2016
From Katy B's third album (also named Honey), which includes production from Kaytra, plus many UK producers such as Four Tet, Wilkinson and Mssingno.
Chance the Rapper - All Night
Released: May 2016
All Night samples this electronic track from 1979.
2017
Alicia Keys - Sweet F'in Love
Released: January 2017
Another beat that he previewed in his 0.001% mix.
Mary J. Blige – Telling the Truth
Released: April 2017
This is such a good collaboration: Mary J. Blige x Kaytranada x BadBadNotGood.
Nick Murphy - Your Time
Released: April 2017
Produced for Nick Murphy, AKA Cheat Faker.
Buddy - Find Me
Released: May 2017
One of five tracks Buddy and Kaytranada teamed up on for their EP Ocean & Montana.
Talib Kweli – Traveling Light (feat. Anderson .Paak)
Released: November 2017
The track features on Talib Kweli's 2017 album, Radio Silence. The sample on this is 👌
Cassie - Don't Play It Safe
Released: December 2017
Cassie vocals and a Kaytranada beat are extremely complimentary.
2018
Cadence Weapon – My Crew (Woooo)
Released: January 2018
Kaytranada collaborated with Canadian rapper Cadence Weapon with this stripped back beat.
Craig David - Live in the Moment
Released: January 2018
Kaytranada played in a role in Craig David's renaissance, including with this production.
Rejjie Snow - Egyptian Luvr
Released: February 2018
One of my all-time favorites.
Bishop Nehru - Driftin'
Released: March 2018
Elevators: Act I & II was produced by Kaytranada and DOOM.
VanJess – Another Lover
Released: July 2018
VanJess collaborated several times with Kaytranada, including on the track Taste from Kaytra's second album, Bubba. Another Lover appears on VanJess' one and only album, Silk Canvas.
Lauren Faith - Just a Little
Released: August 2018
Another classic Kaytra sound.
2019
Phonte - Heard This One Before
Released: March 2019
From Phonte's EP, Pacific Time.
Sesame Street - Give it, Live it, RESPECT
Released: April 2019
OK, I definitely didn't know about this before.
Mono/Poly - Dive Out
Released: September 2019
A collaboration with LA producer, Mono/Poly.
Maybe Watson - Pablo Meza
Released: October 2019
Another rapper from Alaclair Ensemble, this track from Maybe Watson likely flew under the radar for many.
2020
Aluna – The Recipe (feat. Rema)
Released: August 2020
The Recipe is from Aluna's (of AlunaGeorge) debut solo album, Renaissance. Kaytra also has history with AlunaGeorge, having remixed Kaleidoscope Love in 2014 and featured them on his track TOGETHER from 99.9%.
Maeta – Teen Scene
Released: September 2020
Extremely underrated track.
Lou Phelps - NIKE SHOE BOX
Released: October 2020
The baseline on this one has a real J Dilla feel.
2021
Tinashe – Unconditional
Released: August 2021
A standout track from Tinashe’s 333 album, particularly with the beat switch up halfway through, which is one of the many beats featured in Kaytranada's iconic 0.001% mix.
Muzi - I know It
Released: September 2021
Produced for South African artist, Muzi.
2022
IDK - Dog Food
Released: April 2022
Featuring Denzel Curry.
Ravyn Lenae – Xtasy
Released: May 2022
Another track that is, as always, instantly recognizable as Kaytranada-produced as soon as the percussion kicks in.
JID - Can't Punk Me
Released: August 2022
JID x EARTHGANG, produced by Kaytranada x JD Beck.
Freddie Gibbs - Zipper Bagz
Released: September 2022
Contains this 1973 Brazilian sample.
Kelela - On the Run
Released: November 2022
Produced by Kaytranada, Kelela, Asmara, Yo Van Lenz and Bambii.
PinkPantheress - Do you miss me?
Released: November 2022
PinkPantheress and Kaytranada is a top-tier team up (including for Snap My Finger).
2023
Mariah the Scientist - Out of Luck
Released: February 2023
The best track on To Be Eaten Alive, IMO.
Joyce Wrice – Iced Tea
Released: February 2022
Another strong Joyce Wrice x Kaytranada link up. Iced Tea is the standout single from her five track EP, Motive, which also includes the Kaytranada-produced Lookin for Ya and Pace Yourself.
AMAKA - Cruisin'
Released: March 2023
This is the first track from AMAKA's debut solo EP, Oasis. AMAKA is one half of VanJess.
Victoria Monét - Alright
Released: August 2023
Strong Janet Jackson vibes on this one.
2024
¥$ (Kanye West, Ty Dolla $ign) - Paid
Released: February 2024
Kaytra is credited on Track 3 from VULTURES 1.
Maeta - DJ Got Me
Released: May 2024
Maeta turns again to Kaytranada for this track from her album, Endless Night.
Mach-Hommy - #RICHAXXHAITAN
Released: May 2024
The track shares the same name as the album, which features production from Conductor Williams, among others.
Big Sean - My Life / Happiness (skit)
Released: August 2024
From Big Sean's 2024 album, Better Me Than You, Kaytranada contributed to this track which also features Ellie Goulding.
