Tyler, the Creator turned 31 today, March 6th.
#HappyBirthdayTylerTheCreator
Yeah pic.twitter.com/kNjz5dbg3N— Juandr (@Juanidrz) March 6, 2022
The iconic rapper and producer has been in the industry for 15 years now, co-founding Odd Future in 2007, alongside rappers Hodgy and Casey Veggies.
It feels like yesterday when I bought my Odd Future embroidered shirt at Zumiez.
Since then, the alternative rapper has worked his way to becoming a pop culture icon, with critically acclaimed albums like IGOR, Flower Boy, and most recently, Call Me If You Get Lost.
Tyler’s discography is super unique and interesting because each album is so different that you can’t really compare one to another.
In honour of our birthday boy, I will be listing my favourite song from each album:
Bastard (2009)
I’m sorry to deep cut Tyler fans, I can’t pick my fav off of Bastard. I haven’t listened to the album enough to have an informed take. I’m a woman of convenience and it’s not on Spotify.
Call me a fake fan, whatevaaaa at least I’m not a liar.
Goblin (2011)
My favourite track on Goblin is She featuring Frank Ocean.
This song was my top-streamed Spotify song for three years straight.
Wolf (2013)
Call me basic, but I’m going with Tamale as my favourite on Wolf.
Tamale’s crude lyrics and crazy energy set the tone for alt-rap to follow.
Cherry Bomb (2015)
OKAGA, CA featuring Alice Smith, Leon Ware, Clementine Creevy holds a special place in my heart.
Unpopular opinion: I love Cherry Bomb
Flower Boy (2017)
Arguably one of the most hype songs of all time, Who Dat Boy featuring A$AP Rocky
If I don’t see this live before I die…
IGOR (2019)
ARE WE STILL FRIENDS? is the best album-closing song of all time.
Tyler’s IGOR tour was the last concert I attended, therefore this is the last song I’ve heard live in concert.
Call Me If You Get Lost (2021)
Another “basic” pick but JUGGERNAUT featuring Lil Uzi Vert and Pharrell.
This beat is so rich, layered, and psychotic (in the best way possible)