Tyler The Creator Breaks The Streak With CHROMAKOPIA

After breaking his pattern of releasing albums every other year, Tyler The Creator returned with his new album, CHROMAKOPIA, on October 28. The album dropped after the teaser on October 16, featuring a glimpse of the first track, “St. Chroma,” featuring Daniel Caesar. In the days leading up to the album’s release, fans speculated about a potential collaboration between Tyler and Frank Ocean, especially with the album dropping on Frank Ocean’s birthday. Tons of people on social media were wondering, including me. While that collaboration never happened, Tyler’s ability to bring other great artists on “CHROMAKOPIA”  was impressive and exciting for what the album had to offer. 

CHROMAKOPIA marks a new chapter in Tyler’s ever-evolving career. Known for his genre, style, and creativity, Tyler’s latest album takes listeners on a journey through a variety of sounds, emotions, and themes. The first track, “St. Chroma,” sets the tone for the album with its smooth, introspective vibe. Daniel Caesar’s vocals complement Tyler’s production greatly, adding a layer of depth to the song. 

However, this album isn’t just about the artists featured. The star of CHROMAKOPIA is  Tyler himself. He remains as innovative as ever, mixing jazz, funk, R&B, and electronic music into a sound that’s basically his own. What stands out to me most is how Tyler has grown as a songwriter, exploring deeper themes of self-reflection, and identity, basically just his life. 

Even without the rumored Frank Ocean feature, Tyler still brought in impressive artists. CHROMAKOPIA includes contributions from some of the most well-known artists in music today. In addition to Daniel Caesar on “St. Chroma,” the album features appearances from artists like Latoiya Williams, ScHoolboy Q, and even Phoebe Bridgers. Tyler’s collaborations are always something to look forward to. 

CHROMAKOPIA is yet another addition to Tyler The Creator’s creativity. While it may not include the Frank Ocean feature fans hoped for, it’s clear that Tyler is still pushing the boundaries of what an album can be. He’s an artist who is constantly evolving, both musically and personally. With CHROMAKOPIA, Tyler has created a piece of work that feels like a reflection of himself. CHROMAKOPIA is an album worth experiencing, for both existing fans and new listeners. It’s an album that makes you feel something and keeps you coming back for more. Whether you’re vibing to the smooth sounds of “St. Chroma” or diving deep into the rawness of “Mirror Mirror,” there’s something in this album for everyone. Tyler The Creator may not have delivered the collaboration fans were hoping for, but he’s delivered an album that stands as growth to an artist, and that itself is enough to be excited about.