Tyler, the Creator is trading emotional depth for dancefloor energy with his surprise ninth album, DON’T TAP THE GLASS. Dropped with little warning on July 21, the 28-minute record is unapologetically upbeat, designed for movement—not contemplation—per a Rolling Stone review calling it “an entertaining pit stop on the way to something bigger”.
Right from the opening track, Tyler signals the shift: “None of that deep shit!” sets the tone for an album that invites fun over feelings.
The record bursts with retro-infused flair—G‑Funk nods, Miami bass rhythms, and synth-funk textures buoy tracks like “Ring Ring Ring” and “Sugar on My Tongue.” Think pulsating basslines, falsetto croons, and a prevalence for groove over gravity.
Tyler ditches the emotional testing ground of Chromakopia (2024), instead forging a vibrant, danceable manifesto that liberates listeners from self-consciousness. With a playful spirit and audacious energy, DON’T TAP THE GLASS is made for full-volume movement—whether you’re driving, dancing, or just letting loose.
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