Bastard cover

Bastard

Tyler, the Creator · 2009

55 min · 15 tracks · contemporary R&B · alternative hip-hop · hardcore hip-hop

Raw, unfiltered beats intertwine with introspective and often dark lyrical themes, creating a distinctive sonic landscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing with introspective themes
  • dark lyrical explorations of self
  • consistent flow with dynamic shifts
  • raw beats for focused listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer upbeat, instant gratification
  • seek polished, mainstream sound

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on Christmas Day 2009, 'Bastard' was Tyler, the Creator's debut studio album and marked the beginning of his artistic journey. At this point, he was still part of the collective Odd Future and was establishing his identity as a solo artist amidst the burgeoning alternative hip-hop scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Earl Sweatshirt· Frank Ocean· Syd

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Bastard 6:09
  • 2 Seven 3:29
  • 3 Odd Toddlers 3:36
  • 4 French! 4:03
  • 5 Blow 2:55
  • 6 Pigs Fly 3:35
  • 7 Parade 2:22
  • 8 Slow It Down 3:08
  • 9 AssMilk 3:40
  • 10 VCR/Wheels 3:28
  • 11 Session 3:29
  • 12 Sarah 4:46
  • 13 Jack and the Beanstalk 3:50
  • 14 Tina 3:07
  • 15 Inglorious 4:04

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