BY ATTICUS STRALEY<\/p>\n
This year has been full of new high-profile music, and Tyler the Creator\u2019s latest album \u201cCHROMAKOPIA\u201d is no exception. The album, only being announced and released a handful of weeks ago, has already exploded on the music charts. \u201cCHROMAKOPIA\u201d serves as Tyler\u2019s eighth studio album, as he continues the pattern of releasing new music every few years, arguably being one of the most consistent modern artists around. With all of the buzz and chatter around the new project, people are naturally going to compare it to his other work. So the question is, <\/span>how good is it<\/strong>?<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n Off the bat, this is Tyler\u2019s most vulnerable and personal album yet, going in depth into many sensitive topics. On \u201cLike Him\u201d he tells the story of dealing with the emotions of growing up without a father and then finding the truth later on, while the song \u201cJudge Judy\u201d tragically narrates losing a partner to cancer, highlighting the sadness and freedom that is connected. In addition, the track \u201cTomorrow\u201d shows the personal life gap between Tyler\u2019s peers, watching everyone getting married and starting families, while he is left behind with only money. Nearly every track has this depth to it, and whether he talks about his own life or not, Tyler clearly relates to them in some shape or form. All of these tracks allow this album to emotionally resonate deeply with people, feasibly more than his previous work.<\/span><\/p>\n Production-wise, this is right up there with his best, with this being his most versatile album yet, incorporating rap, jazz, R&B, and more. \u201cCHROMAKOPIA\u201d is packed with numerous small intricate sounds that tie it together, accentuating and elevating each song to a new level. For example, the song \u201cSticky\u201d inspired by HBCU bands, uses unique bells, whistles, and even a \u201cclucking\u201d sound to create this intense lunch table freestyle vibe, with the help of short, but electric verses. Additionally, the synth and piano on \u201cI Hope You Find Your Way Home\u201d just lifts your headphones right off your head. This production quality is consistent from start to end on the album. And of course, Tyler kills it when rapping. After the intro song, the album jumps into \u201cRah Tah Tah\u201d, where Tyler delivers his signature aggressive rap style he blew up for. However, his best rap delivery is probably on the third verse of \u201cThought I Was Dead\u201d, where he addresses the relevant \u201cculture vultures\u201d in the industry. His pronunciation and vocal tone are intensely animated, and it\u2019s simply prime Tyler rapping. If you forgot he can do that too, this album certainly reminds you.<\/span><\/p>\n Tyler is always pushing boundaries, and this is clearly seen in \u201cCHROMAKOPIA\u201d. From sampling the 1970s Zambian band Ngozi Family’s song “Nizakupanga Ngzo” on \u201cNoid\u201d, to using unexpected features such as Sexyy Red and GloRilla on \u201cSticky\u201d, his project prompts listeners to reconsider their ideas on what works together. This progress is essential to the evolution of music. From what people have noticed on the album, even if something sounds unfamiliar or off at first, repeated listens cause it to seriously grow on them.<\/span><\/p>\n uUnfortunately, the main critique I have personally heard is that some songs are \u201cboring\u201d. However, I would say that those people did not actively listen to the lyrics and simply want another \u201chit song\u201d, when Tyler clearly has deeper intentions. I went into my first listen with a completely open mind, and no expectations, and took the time to listen repeatedly over the past weeks. Because of how lyrically vulnerable Tyler gets, along with the remarkable level of production and rapping, <\/span>in my opinion<\/i><\/strong>, this is Tyler\u2019s best project yet. There really is something for every type of Tyler fan to enjoy on this album. But of course, don\u2019t just take my word for it, as \u201cCHROMAKOPIA<\/a>\u201d is one hundred percent worth a listen. Regardless of whether you agree or disagree with my assessment, this album will only get better with time and will certainly be a staple for years to come.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" BY ATTICUS STRALEY This year has been full of new high-profile music, and Tyler the Creator\u2019s latest album \u201cCHROMAKOPIA\u201d is no exception. The album, only being announced and released a handful of weeks ago, has already exploded on the music charts. \u201cCHROMAKOPIA\u201d serves as Tyler\u2019s eighth studio album, as he continues the pattern of releasing new music every few years, arguably being one of the most consistent modern artists around. 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