• Record Label: Columbia
  • Release Date: May 17, 2019
Metascore
81

Universal acclaim - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 18
  2. Negative: 0 out of 18
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  1. May 24, 2019
    60
    Tyler's latest album remains ambiguous and uncertain, however.
  2. May 17, 2019
    60
    It’s is no bad thing that Igor downplays Tyler’s indomitable personality – but the writing and execution do not quite replace what has been lost. What’s left is a fine showcase of ingenuity that too rarely burrows very far into your consciousness.
  3. The Wire
    Jul 11, 2019
    50
    Things improve markedly when he plays to his strengths with the nuanced narrative of “A Boy Is A Gun”, but ultimately such moments [are] hard to hear over the pitiable “Puppet” and “Earfquake”, functional pop wisely rejected by Justin Bieber and Rihanna. When the narrative sags and his mind seems to wander, it just isn’t enough, no matter how stylish the trimmings. [Aug 2019, p.68]
User Score
8.9

Universal acclaim- based on 1075 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. May 19, 2019
    10
    This is one of the most exciting albums of recent years. Superb production, interesting and different song structures. Gets better after eachThis is one of the most exciting albums of recent years. Superb production, interesting and different song structures. Gets better after each listen and as a full body of work it flows and tells a story. Very refreshing in an era filled with average music and predictability. Full Review »
  2. May 24, 2019
    9
    It's a usual project including mixes of alternative R&B, neo-soul, trap and rap. It flawed too. It's not a typical Tyler, the Creator's style,It's a usual project including mixes of alternative R&B, neo-soul, trap and rap. It flawed too. It's not a typical Tyler, the Creator's style, since it's a R&B dominant rather than a rap one. Other than that, it's wacky (in the best way), excitable, and surprisingly addicting. This project shows how prominent Tyler can prove that he can sing. Full Review »
  3. May 17, 2019
    9
    In one sentence, it’s a mix of Flower Boy and the positives of Cherry Bomb. It’s an album that’s accessible to anyone and Tyler pulls out allIn one sentence, it’s a mix of Flower Boy and the positives of Cherry Bomb. It’s an album that’s accessible to anyone and Tyler pulls out all the stops here. This is probably his most experimental in my opinion. His lyrics take a back seat to the music in many cases and I feel it lets the listener feel the music more. When I start thinking upon the topics, that’s where I found his lyrics were useful. The album really plays like a movie. The choruses and hooks set the mood perfectly and then the music paints a picture. His lyrics are the story behind the picture and it’s a beautiful one. It’s a solid 8.5-9 album. Full Review »