Wolf
by Tyler, The Creator
User Score
8.1

Universal acclaim- based on 337 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 301 out of 337
  2. Mixed: 27 out of 337
  3. Negative: 9 out of 337

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  1. All_ButTrU4
    Aug 25, 2022
    1
    At times, there's the sense Tyler's charisma outweighs his content. the album's a little too long, in terms of there being quite a few "filler" tracks. The best tracks are not all that great, either.
  2. Hendo250
    Mar 29, 2021
    7
    this album is a 7 this album is a 7 this album is a 7 this album is a 7 this album is a 7
  3. Spangle
    Apr 2, 2013
    6
    Honestly, it was hit-and-miss. A lot lighter than Goblin and it certainly showed Tyler's maturation as an artist and it was also, in my mind, a better album than Goblin. The production was solid throughout, but the album's a little too long, in terms of there being quite a few "filler" tracks. The best tracks are not all that great, either, but they at least have replay value. The amountHonestly, it was hit-and-miss. A lot lighter than Goblin and it certainly showed Tyler's maturation as an artist and it was also, in my mind, a better album than Goblin. The production was solid throughout, but the album's a little too long, in terms of there being quite a few "filler" tracks. The best tracks are not all that great, either, but they at least have replay value. The amount of filler tracks and the lack of a "great' track really hurt the quality of the overall work.… Expand
  4. ChiIIaoi
    Jul 19, 2023
    6
    Review só pra lembrar a nota que eu dei pro album:
    album ok, agora só escrever pra passar dos 75 caracteres.
  5. C_dot
    May 22, 2019
    9
    Wolf is a part of the story Tyler creates through Bastard, Goblin, and now Wolf. In Wolf, Tyler steps away from shock value lines and starts to really focus on just making music. The lyrics are fantastic and Tyler up keeps his unique and great production. The album is littered with bangers and great tracks.
  6. rydermusic
    Apr 3, 2013
    7
    The third album of Tyler, The Creator is the awareness of his talent. Domo23 is one of the best songs of this year. Wolf is a dark album that reminds Eminem, but can not be said the height of Goblin.
  7. Atum_
    Jul 16, 2020
    8
    I didn't know what to expect diving into this one, I had heard 0 of the tracks from it, and had only heard Flower Boy and Igor prior (Which I both love btw), but I figured I'd give it a try as I had heard it was his 3rd best album. I loved a lot of the production, didn't really get the story though, could've done without all of the skits though. Probably the most offputing thing about thisI didn't know what to expect diving into this one, I had heard 0 of the tracks from it, and had only heard Flower Boy and Igor prior (Which I both love btw), but I figured I'd give it a try as I had heard it was his 3rd best album. I loved a lot of the production, didn't really get the story though, could've done without all of the skits though. Probably the most offputing thing about this record is the use of "F****t" in almost every song, which I didn't really like, but in the light of today's Tyler, I guess it is acceptable?
    Favorite Tracks: Wolf, Answer, Colossus    … Expand
  8. blogfirstlast
    Apr 7, 2013
    7
    With the Wolf album, it finally feels like Tyler The Creator is ready and willing to start challenging his loyal followers and get them thinking and as corny as it sounds feeling a bit. Throughout his career no reasonable critic has ever challenged his creativity or intelligence (though it’s been purposely deceptive), but many have criticized how he used it. This project, should thoseWith the Wolf album, it finally feels like Tyler The Creator is ready and willing to start challenging his loyal followers and get them thinking and as corny as it sounds feeling a bit. Throughout his career no reasonable critic has ever challenged his creativity or intelligence (though it’s been purposely deceptive), but many have criticized how he used it. This project, should those critics sit down with it, is definitely going to shut them up. Hell, I’ll admit that I probably fell into that OF “hater” category a bit, and was taken by surprise myself after I got through this one a few times… Expand
  9. JamesJennings
    Jun 1, 2022
    6
    While some consider this Tyler's best album, I would wholeheartedly have to disagree. I'm not sure if it's just me who has this problem, but I find this album very forgettable. I couldn't tell you any lyrics if you asked me to, maybe apart from the beginning of awkward. Not a bad record, just forgettable.
  10. andrilitvynchuk
    Aug 9, 2023
    7
    Beautiful, before-Flower Boy album. It differs a lot compared to previous albums
  11. Wrong_Opinions
    Dec 19, 2020
    7
    A massive improvement over Goblin I have no idea why Goblin is rated higher than this
  12. Nedloh94
    Apr 2, 2013
    10
    Working out the kinks from Goblin while stepping up his game big time. There's not anything here that's "Yonkers" good, at least I'm not sure that there is, but as a whole, this is a tight, solid collection of songs.
  13. Marcbackman
    Apr 16, 2013
    9
    To be blunt; it's a really great album. A lot more focused and less 'juvenile bratty' than Goblin was. The lyrical content is much more personal and engaging, and the production is retro but extremely refreshing. Tyler continues to be enigmatic and enthralling. Standouts: 48, Domo23, IFHY, Rusty.
  14. SpartanBlood_17
    Mar 17, 2021
    8
    One of Tyler's best albums, but even if it has so many tracks (17) it is at some points inconistent and many tracks are bad and too long.
    Overal, it's worth the listen and if you want to get into Tyler, The Creator, you must listen it.
    8/10
  15. simonsays
    Jun 14, 2013
    8
    Tyler's grown a LOT, and it really shows here. Compared to his previous efforts, the production here is way cleaner and diverse, and the lyrics are a lot more focused and driven. This actually sounds like music...to me Goblin just sounded like one long angry rant without a real purpose, although it had some standout tracks of its own
  16. JamieVic
    Jan 10, 2014
    4
    If Wolf were a narrative, it would be a classic. Just like Goblin, Wolf continues the story of Wolf Haley, Sam and Salem. But because it's so relevant to Goblin, I felt like I was listening to Goblin all over again. I do however praise the production of the album and how creative it was. The album is best described as a rollercoaster experience, it has it's highs and lows but enough lowsIf Wolf were a narrative, it would be a classic. Just like Goblin, Wolf continues the story of Wolf Haley, Sam and Salem. But because it's so relevant to Goblin, I felt like I was listening to Goblin all over again. I do however praise the production of the album and how creative it was. The album is best described as a rollercoaster experience, it has it's highs and lows but enough lows to make it barely exciting.… Expand
  17. TastyJamProject
    Apr 7, 2013
    0
    I'd struggle to call this music. This is pretentious whining from a sad little man with no life experience. It sounds like he recorded it in his basement on garageband. Stay away.
  18. Sci-Fi-Dude1456
    Nov 12, 2013
    10
    Wolf shows that even the dirtiest rappers can evolve. The subject matter has changed here. Tyler is talking more about his personal life rather than his rape and murder fantasies. Production wise, it is really good especially "Rusty". This album is awesome.
  19. Nardeen
    Mar 11, 2017
    8
    I like this album, it's tylers most complete album yet with a good mix of harder and softer music. But albums like WOLF aren't meant to be analyzed they aren't artistic I am sure there are people who are going to hate this album but that's the point. Tylers music isn't for everyone
  20. Yeezyducky
    May 18, 2019
    10
    Easily tyler's best album when it comes to lyrics, and concepts, i love this album, even tho i think goblin was better, it's still an phenomenal album.
  21. Eon2323
    Apr 4, 2013
    8
    Finally maturing musically-wise, Tyler paints an interesting picture of his conflicting viewpoints and grim childhood through the type of music very familiar with his fans.
  22. kolbert
    Aug 29, 2021
    10
    Until now, the piano that appears in the first song of this album reverberates throughout my head. What can I say? The story that draws you in, the videos, the music... amazing. To this day, I still have a problem between choosing Igor and Wolf as the best album in my list. Wolf is really a very good album.
  23. MonkeMan
    Apr 6, 2022
    8
    **** Sam **** Tyler’s dad **** slater **** dr TC thank you Tyler and thank you wolf
  24. muzztmt
    Apr 2, 2013
    9
    I like it. A lot. It's as strong as Goblin... but in another way completely. I sense a maturity and patience in WOLF.
  25. chughes717
    Apr 6, 2013
    8
    "Wolf", the third studio album from arguably the most popular member of the Hip-Hop collective, Odd Future, fully delivers on all fronts. Tyler, The Creator has most noticeably done two things; progressed and matured as an artist. Tyler, again, produces every song on the album, and in doing so, has once again shown even more potential beyond just rapping. His previous album, "Goblin" has"Wolf", the third studio album from arguably the most popular member of the Hip-Hop collective, Odd Future, fully delivers on all fronts. Tyler, The Creator has most noticeably done two things; progressed and matured as an artist. Tyler, again, produces every song on the album, and in doing so, has once again shown even more potential beyond just rapping. His previous album, "Goblin" has some great beats/instrumentals, but ultimately was plagued by sloppy mixes in many of the songs. This is not a problem on Wolf though, and ultimately, the production is some of the best we've heard on any Odd Future release to date. To go along with his progression in producing, his lyrics and subject matter have also improved. Sure, you get a few of the typical Odd Future songs like "Trashwang", and "Domo23", but it's the other songs like "Answer", "48", and "Colossus" that show Tylers' improvement as a lyricist, and growth as an artist by digging deep into himself and giving us a Tyler we haven't seen too often before. The album as a whole doesn't come without it's missteps, but they're so overshadowed by what Tyler does right here that it doesn't even matter. The album has a little something for everybody; you have your hype tracks, personal tracks, and experimental tracks like the epic "PartyIsntOver/Campfire/Bimmer", and the very worldly "Tamale". Tyler, The Creator has delivered his best album to date, and perhaps the best release out of any Odd Future member thus far (yes, that includes Frank Ocean.)… Expand
  26. tristantristan
    Nov 26, 2021
    10
    10/10 great album, easily tyler’s best. Sounds good to the ear very enjoyable to listen to would recommend
  27. ClayMerritt
    Apr 22, 2013
    8
    This album obviously was more mature than Goblin, and Bastard. But that's besides the point. The production value Tyler took the time to mold and create and integrate into WOLF made this album really, really good. This album was really personal and intimate on a good level that we could enjoy. Add Frank Ocean, and friends on the album and you really have a good album. Must buy if you're aThis album obviously was more mature than Goblin, and Bastard. But that's besides the point. The production value Tyler took the time to mold and create and integrate into WOLF made this album really, really good. This album was really personal and intimate on a good level that we could enjoy. Add Frank Ocean, and friends on the album and you really have a good album. Must buy if you're a fan, must buy if you're a first time listener. You won't regret it. Its like listening to art. After this album I really can't say Tyler is a rapper anymore, because he's not. He's an artist who makes awesome music.… Expand
  28. Recomedia
    Apr 16, 2013
    8
    I won’t lie and claim that I’ve been on this ish since the beginning; I was never the biggest advocate of the Odd Future crew. I found their musings, or lack their of, to be childish and undeveloped (admittedly, the beats were always sick). In recent times, though, the bunch are earning my love and the attention of my ears. This includes ring leader Tyler, The Creator, whose first twoI won’t lie and claim that I’ve been on this ish since the beginning; I was never the biggest advocate of the Odd Future crew. I found their musings, or lack their of, to be childish and undeveloped (admittedly, the beats were always sick). In recent times, though, the bunch are earning my love and the attention of my ears. This includes ring leader Tyler, The Creator, whose first two works, Bastard (2009) and Goblin (2011) didn’t quite do it for me on their own. And yet, he’s got me swooning with Wolf, the seemingly final album of Tyler’s theorized “Wolf Trilogy.”...

    Read more at: http://www.recomedia.net/music/tyler-the-creator-wolf-review/    … Expand
  29. remyplambert
    Sep 17, 2013
    8
    Newest album from Odd Future front-man features a mix of up-beat heavy beats and simplistic soft backgrounds that allow his passionate and unique rapping style and persona to come through. The album really tells a story that can be connected to his personal life and the continuing story found deep within his albums, and provides evidence as to why Tyler is an underrated, elite rapper. It'sNewest album from Odd Future front-man features a mix of up-beat heavy beats and simplistic soft backgrounds that allow his passionate and unique rapping style and persona to come through. The album really tells a story that can be connected to his personal life and the continuing story found deep within his albums, and provides evidence as to why Tyler is an underrated, elite rapper. It's easy to find things in the album you hadn't before, a great listen every time.… Expand
  30. tankcritic123
    Apr 6, 2013
    10
    It is clear that Tyler is maturing through his efforts into one of hip hops best new artists. This album showcases his anger in form of lyrical dexterity. Along with his fellow odd future cohorts he delivers an amazing album. Good tracks are domo23 slater and awkward
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Metascore
70

Generally favorable reviews - based on 31 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 31
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 31
  3. Negative: 1 out of 31
  1. Under The Radar
    Jun 26, 2013
    70
    It's complex, conflicted, and bipolar. Paranoid, even. Most of all, it reveals the harmless and empathetic character behind Tyler, the Creator's complicated persona.
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  2. The Wire
    Apr 24, 2013
    80
    He just keeps getting better at writhing around in this narrow space of homage and usually lands somewhere just between endearing and brilliant. [May 2013, p.67]
  3. DJ Booth
    Apr 17, 2013
    80
    Wolf’s production features a more textured and subtle sound than we’ve ever heard before.
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