Flower Boy
by Tyler, The Creator
  • Record Label: Columbia
  • Release Date: Jul 21, 2017
Metascore
84

Universal acclaim - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
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  1. Consequence
    Jul 21, 2017
    50
    It’s more of the same. It seems to be needing something more. An extra spark of interest.

Awards & Rankings

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#48 Best Album of 2017
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#17 Most Discussed Album of 2017
34
#34 Most Shared Album of 2017

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User Score
8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 780 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 729 out of 780
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 780
  3. Negative: 32 out of 780
  1. ZachKendall
    Jul 21, 2017
    10
    This is Tyler's most concise and consistent album in his entire catalogue. This is by far his most focused work and he shows his trueThis is Tyler's most concise and consistent album in his entire catalogue. This is by far his most focused work and he shows his true creativity as an artist.… Full Review »
  2. TrippyTippy
    Jul 21, 2017
    10
    For me this is easily Tyler's most cohesive and mature piece of work to date. I feel like this album is what he's been building towards hisFor me this is easily Tyler's most cohesive and mature piece of work to date. I feel like this album is what he's been building towards his whole career and now he's finally nailed it. Instead of doing his usual shtick with imaginary characters he decides to throw that all away and finally gets real. Lyrically this album is a journey of self-discovery for Tyler, a guy who's looking to be whole. His rapping has improved tremendously and his skills with production remain as inventive and colorful as ever. Incredibly gorgeous piece of work from front to back, this is what a summer album should sound like.… Full Review »
  3. ParallelPlatypu
    Jul 21, 2017
    9
    Tyler's most consistent album to date; taking the 'glittered' production of Cherry Bomb at it's highest heights and merging it with theTyler's most consistent album to date; taking the 'glittered' production of Cherry Bomb at it's highest heights and merging it with the introspective reflective style of his ever improving lyricism. What really strikes me here is Tyler's willingness to show restraint; while aware that he could create another 'unusual' album he chooses to sacrifice some of the abrasive image he crafted in favor of a more accessible and rewarding style. This being said, the album is not a 'sellout', it is still very 'Tyler'. Overall- astounding production, good lyrics and content and very consistent (9/10).… Full Review »
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