435
Tyler the Creator Lyrics
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Ayo
I put the feline in my hair, looking like a chia pet
And you know they getting green, if a flower on their neck
If a flower on their neck, hit Clancy on the text
I ain't tryna check a bag, can we get another jet?
I ain't gas niggas up, but that fuel is 50 grand
New nigga from New York, I'ma give him sticky hands
Sticky fingers from the green, Jasper playing with them grams
They was playing at the grams, one nom' ain't enough
I'm a make sure that that shit ain't happening again
Golf boys, it's them golf boys
In that 12 seater, wings looking like a hawk, boy
Getting to the paper, better re-up on the chalk board
Because the student turned into the teacher
Don't talk boy, class in session
1 through 5, I'm a 7
I'ma god, nigga, ask your reverend
And that crib in Bel-Air is heaven
Hot-coco outta chinas nigga pass the beverage, yeah
Comme Des on that hombre
Haters with the long face
New whip is Pirelli tire'd like a long day
Big dollars, the scent Prada
Skinny nigga also big poppa, women they adore me
If you see me out in public, no picture don't record me
I don't really fuck with y'all niggas, selfish at the orgy, uh
Bitch
One take, yeah
In Tyler the Creator's song 435, he raps about his success and wealth, referencing various luxurious items and experiences. His opening lines compare the feline in his hair to a chia pet, highlighting his eccentric style. He then mentions his jewelry, specifically pointing out the flower on his neck, indicating that it's an expensive piece. He asks his manager, Clancy, to arrange for another private jet, demonstrating his wealth and privilege.
Tyler boasts about his spending habits, stating that he's willing to pay $50,000 for fuel. He further describes his lavish lifestyle with references to his trip to the Dominican Republic, where he indulged in passion fruit and enjoyed the sandy beaches. He also mentions a new rapper from New York, whom he would make sure to teach the game and give him sticky hands.
He ends the verse by alluding to his rap collective, Odd Future, and his educational background. Tyler acknowledges his success by claiming to be a god and inviting people to ask their reverend about him. He concludes the verse by mentioning his Bel-Air mansion, where he enjoys hot-cocoa out of chinas, and asserts his independence by stating that he doesn't need to take pictures or record videos with his fans.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, ayo
Introducing the song, and starting with a casual and relaxed vibe.
I put the feline in my hair, looking like a chia pet
I added some fake hair to my real hair, and now I look like a chia pet.
And you know they getting green, if a flower on their neck
They are becoming popular and wealthy, you can tell because they are wearing expensive jewelry and accessories.
If a flower on their neck, hit Clancy on the text
If someone is wearing jewelry or clothing that signifies their popularity or wealth, let my manager Clancy know.
I ain't tryna check a bag, can we get another jet?
I don't want to wait at the airport or deal with luggage, can we just get another private jet?
I ain't gas niggas up, but that fuel is 50 grand
I'm not trying to flatter anyone, but the price of fuel for the jet is very high.
Passionfruit in D.R., had me dripping in the sand
I had an enjoyable and sensual experience with a woman in the Dominican Republic, and we ended up laying on the beach.
New nigga from New York, I'ma give him sticky hands
I'm going to shake his hand, but make it awkward by holding on for too long, as a way of acknowledging that we are now acquaintances or potentially friends.
Sticky fingers from the green, Jasper playing with them grams
We have been handling a lot of money or drugs, and Jasper has been counting it out.
They was playing at the grams, one nom' ain't enough
They were gambling with the drugs/money, and one of them did not win enough to be satisfied.
I'm a make sure that that shit ain't happening again
I'm going to take control of the situation and make sure that we don't end up in that situation again.
Golf boys, it's them golf boys
Referring to his group of friends as Golf Boys.
In that 12 seater, wings looking like a hawk, boy
In our private plane with 12 seats, and the design on the wings resembling a hawk.
Getting to the paper, better re-up on the chalk board
We're focused on making money, so we need to update our financial records and strategies.
Because the student turned into the teacher
I used to be a beginner, but now I am in a position to lead and teach others.
Don't talk boy, class in session
Telling someone to be quiet and pay attention to what I'm about to say or do.
1 through 5, I'm a 7
I'm confident and exceptional, even when compared to others who are normally considered above average or successful.
I'ma god, nigga, ask your reverend
I am a genius and have achieved great success, so much that you could compare me to a god. You can confirm this by talking to your religious leader or mentor.
And that crib in Bel-Air is heaven
My house in Bel-Air, California is amazing and feels like paradise.
Hot-coco outta chinas nigga pass the beverage, yeah
Pour me a hot chocolate drink from the finest china cups, please.
Comme Des on that hombre
I'm wearing fashionable clothing from the expensive French brand, Comme Des Garcons.
Haters with the long face
People who don't like me or are envious of me are expressing their negative emotions with long and/or sour facial expressions.
New whip is Pirelli tire'd like a long day
My new car has high-end Pirelli tires, which are like my long and tiring days – durable and ready to go the distance.
Big dollars, the scent Prada
I have a lot of money, and you can tell just by smelling my designer cologne, Prada.
Skinny nigga also big poppa, women they adore me
Despite being thin, I'm very successful and wealthy. Women love me and are attracted to my status.
If you see me out in public, no picture don't record me
I prefer not to have my photo taken or be recorded while out in public, so please don't do it.
I don't really fuck with y'all niggas, selfish at the orgy, uh
I don't have much respect or interest in hanging out with you all, and am much more focused on myself, even in the midst of a group or party scene.
Bitch
A sudden and forceful end to the verse, establishing a bold and confident tone.
One take, yeah
The song was recorded in a single, uninterrupted take.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Mark Waterfield, Sarah Cracknell, Tyler Okonma
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@prxducerhxktxk
Album concept for Tyler: An album called Emotional Outcast where each song describes a insecurity that a character he creates has and each title is the name of the person. And at the end they all meet and feel like they have finally found people that they can be comfortable being anti social with. I’m so obsessed with this idea, I’ll even make a track listing:
1. CHARACTERS
2. FRANK
3. REX
4. SHILOH
5. BILLIE
6. CARTER
7. NAPOLEON
8. SETH
9. KYLIE
10. EARL/ OMARI/ SCOTT
11. KALI
12. RAKIM
13. OKOMA
14. THE JOURNEY BRINGS US HERE
@kazonikz
Tyler’s voice is perfect to rap and this beat is awesome
@TheSTinews
Lucas Bicske Sampled Kali
@indiependancer
@@llamaspit Saint Etienne - 4:35 in the morning Kid Loco Mix
@keinbrot
Theres no better voice
@mariasanjida2736
Mind blowing
@finn4435
@@keinbrot the funny part is, its pitch shifted up in this song, and its still true anywah
@ElijahGameBruh
This would've been a perfect Earl feature.
@typhoonbrigand1213
Eli Boyd Deadass
@PROGRAMMED1
Broo like seriously
@SKnowlton27
MUH GAWD!!!!