Tyler, the Creator is known for his bold and often controversial lyrics, and it seems like he’s not afraid to poke fun at himself and his past work. In a recent tweet, the rapper joked about having “Swifties all mad at me” for his old lyrics.
The tweet, which has since been deleted, read: “Swiftie hate gonna bring out the old me.” This caused a stir among fans, with many wondering what exactly Tyler was referring to.
For those who may not know, “Swifties” is the nickname for fans of pop superstar Taylor Swift. It’s no secret that Swift and Tyler have very different musical styles, so it’s not surprising that some of her fans may not be fans of his music.
But what exactly are these “old lyrics” that Tyler is joking about? Well, it’s no secret that the rapper has faced criticism in the past for his use of homophobic slurs in his music. In fact, in 2011, he was banned from entering the UK due to his lyrics being deemed as promoting violence and hatred.
However, in recent years, Tyler has publicly apologized for his past lyrics and has shown growth and maturity in his music. In an interview with Apple Music’s Zane Lowe, he addressed the controversy, saying, “I was young, I was dumb, I was angry at myself. I was angry at everyone around me.”
It’s clear that Tyler has evolved as an artist and as a person, and it seems like he’s not afraid to make light of his past mistakes. While some may still hold his old lyrics against him, it’s important to acknowledge that people can change and grow.
Fans of both Tyler and Taylor were quick to defend the rapper, with many pointing out that he has apologized and moved on from his past actions. Others saw the tweet as a playful jab at the ongoing feud between Swift and Kanye West, who has collaborated with Tyler in the past.
Regardless of the intention behind the tweet, it’s clear that Tyler, the Creator is not afraid to stir up some controversy and poke fun at himself. And who knows, maybe this will lead to a collaboration between him and Taylor Swift in the future. After all, stranger things have happened in the music industry.
