Tyler, The Creator has stirred controversy among Taylor Swift’s fanbase, known as the Swifties, following his recent comments during a concert. In a clip that surfaced on November 1, Tyler criticized Swifties for revisiting old lyrics of his, stating, “I got Swifties all mad at me with their racist a. Bch, go listen to ‘Tron Cat.’ I don’t give a fk, h. They gon’ bring out the old me.” This remark references “Tron Cat,” a track from his 2011 album Goblin, which contains provocative themes and lyrics that have sparked debate over the years.
The tension appears to have escalated after Tyler’s recent success with his new album CHROMAKOPIA, which debuted at No. 1 on Spotify’s Top Artists Global chart, surpassing Taylor Swift for the first time in his career. This achievement was notable as it occurred shortly after the album’s release on October 28, 2024, which features collaborations with artists such as Sexyy Red, GloRilla, and Lil Wayne.
In discussing CHROMAKOPIA, Tyler reflected on its personal significance, stating that it incorporates lessons from his upbringing and captures his thoughts as he navigates adulthood at age 33. He expressed a desire to explore deeper themes in his music, moving beyond the controversies of his earlier work.
Additionally, Tyler announced new dates for his upcoming “CHROMAKOPIA: THE WORLD TOUR,” set to kick off in St. Paul, Minnesota, on February 4, 2025, with support from Lil Yachty and Texas Paris.
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