Fun Fact: Tyler did have an alternative version of Wolf that he shared in the making of the wolf album.
Wolf
Tyler the Creator Lyrics
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Fuck everything else I can see
I know, fuck you I hate you so fucking much
I know you think I'm crazy
'Cause I think you're a fucking fag
Sam the music sounds good man!
You've been practicing
Thanks
Sam, this is Wolf
He's new here
Sup b
Wolf this is Sam
Sam and his band have been here at Flog Gnaw for a while
Sam's gonna show you around while I fill out these last minute field trip slips, alright?
Now you guys have fun
So you guys are into jazz?
Look, Wolf, Prairie Dog, Ronzell
Whatever the fuck your name is
We don't fuck with you or anybody else here, alright?
You stay the fuck out of our way and we'll stay out of yours
Capisce?
The lyrics to Tyler the Creator's song "Wolf" showcase a raw and aggressive emotion towards an unknown person. The opening line "Fuck, fuck you, fuck you, fuck him" is a direct profanity-laden message to someone who Tyler hates, but remains unknown throughout the song. It follows with Tyler's acknowledgement of the fact that the person most likely considers his behavior as insane as he sees the other person as an insult to his sexuality.
The song progresses to a scene where Tyler introduces a new person, Wolf, to Sam and his band, who have been at Flog Gnaw for a long time. Sam, who is shown as a music enthusiast and tells Wolf that he has been practicing, is asked to show Wolf around while Tyler finalizes some last-minute work. Wolf informs the group that he likes jazz, but is immediately met with hostility from Tyler, Ronzell and Prairie Dog who threaten him to stay out of their way. The lyrics reveal the internal struggle of Tyler's emotions, with the line "You stay the fuck out of our way and we'll stay out of yours" being indicative of Tyler's inability to suppress violent emotions.
Line by Line Meaning
Fuck, fuck you, fuck you, fuck him
I am frustrated, angry, and annoyed by everything and everyone around me, including you.
Fuck everything else I can see
I am so overwhelmed with negativity and hatred that I cannot find anything good or positive in my surroundings.
I know, fuck you I hate you so fucking much
I have a strong, intense hatred towards you for reasons that may or may not be justifiable, and I cannot contain my emotions.
I know you think I'm crazy
You probably perceive me as insane or irrational for my behavior and thoughts.
'Cause I think you're a fucking fag
I use the derogatory term 'fag' to insult and belittle you, most likely because of your sexual orientation or gender identity.
Sam the music sounds good man!
I am acknowledging and expressing appreciation for the quality of Sam's music.
You've been practicing
I am assuming that you have been rehearsing and honing your skills to improve your music.
Wolf this is Sam
I am introducing Wolf to Sam, who is an established member of the Flog Gnaw community.
Sam and his band have been here at Flog Gnaw for a while
Sam and his musical group have been affiliated with Flog Gnaw for an extended period of time, suggesting a level of experience and expertise.
Now you guys have fun
I am granting permission and encouraging both Wolf and Sam to enjoy themselves and explore Flog Gnaw together.
So you guys are into jazz?
I am initiating a conversation topic to gauge the musical interests and preferences of both Wolf and Sam.
We don't fuck with you or anybody else here, alright?
Our group does not associate or engage with you or anyone else in the Flog Gnaw community, and we have no intention of doing so.
You stay the fuck out of our way and we'll stay out of yours
I am warning Wolf to avoid crossing paths or interfering with our group, and in return, we will also avoid him.
Capisce?
Do you understand? (in Italian)
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Reservoir Media Management, Inc.
Written by: Tyler Okonma
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