Tyler, the Creator has long cited Pharrell Williams as one of his biggest musical influences. Recently, the two artists were spotted together, sparking rumors of a potential new collaboration. A photo shared on social media shows Pharrell wearing a purple Louis Vuitton sweatshirt and standing next to Tyler, who sports a blue button-down shirt over a white tee. Although there are no official details yet, fans have expressed excitement about the possibility of new music. One fan on X (formerly Twitter) commented, “You know it’s gonna be a good song when Pharrell and Tyler are in the studio.” Another fan added, “Still, Chromakopia is aging like a fine cognac.”
Tyler has spoken openly about his admiration for Pharrell over the years, acknowledging the impact the Neptunes producer had on him growing up. Ahead of the release of Pharrell’s film Piece by Piece, Tyler described him as his “North Star.”
In 2023, Tyler reflected on how Pharrell’s song “Frontin'” influenced him. He shared on social media that the song’s melodies, particularly Pharrell’s unique “shaky head voice,” had a lasting effect on him. “I believe the trajectory of my life changed at that moment,” Tyler said, adding that his passion for adding bridges to his own music likely began with this track. “No one knew images like that would be shaping how things are 20 years later,” he continued. Tyler has previously stated that “Frontin'” remains his favorite piece of art and that he is grateful to have experienced it.
Although Tyler has yet to confirm any new music, it’s clear he is working on fresh material. His eighth studio album, Chromakopia, was released in October 2024, debuting at the top of the Billboard 200 chart. The album featured collaborations with artists like Daniel Caesar, Doechii, GloRilla, Lil Wayne, Schoolboy Q, Sexyy Red, and Teezo Touchdown.
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