Though it’s incredibly short and sweet, Grammy-nominated rapper Tyler, the Creator proves he’s on ‘autopilot’ on single “435.”

Tyler, the Creator had a big year in 2017 – understatement. After releasing a number of controversies and incredibly unapologetic albums, he showcased some maturity and greater range on Flower Boy.  Also, depending on how far you read into the album, he may be part of the LGBTQ community.  Focusing on the quality of the album, it earned him a Grammy nomination – keep that info in mind.  Sure, he didn’t win the Grammy, but who was beating Kendrick Lamar’s DAMN.?  No new album has been announced, but, “435” marks the rapper’s second ‘single’ (if that’s what it is) of 2018.

“435” is a brief record, just crossing the one-minute-and-a-half mark.  Following a brief intro, Tyler, the Creator drops only one verse – to be expected given the brevity of the record.  As always, he employs clever wordplay.  He makes reference to his cheetah-print hair (“I put the feline in my hair, looking like a cheetah pet”), being underappreciated by the Grammys (“They was playing at the Grams, one nom ain’t enough”), and God-status (“I’m a god, n*gga, ask your reverend.”)  After a colorful verse, performed over jazzy, soulful, minor-key production, Tyler closes out with an outro bragging, “Bitch, one take, yeah.”

Final Thoughts 

Tyler, the Creator hasn’t announced a new album – at least as of press time.  That said, the singles he’s dropped in 2018 have both been short and sweet.  There’s not much meat to “435” in regards to length or game-changing rhymes, but clearly Tyler is on autopilot.  He’s compelling to listen to, while he’s fueled by a terrific backdrop.  One-minute-and-thirty-seconds just isn’t enough for “435,” sigh.

Tyler, the Creator • 435 – Single • Columbia • Release: 5.22.18

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