Tyler, The Creator drops ninth album ‘Don't Tap the Glass' amid CHROMAKOPIA tour
Ahead of the release, Tyler previewed tracks at a $5 concert in Los Angeles on Sunday evening. The album's announcement came during his Brooklyn performance, followed by themed installations appearing across New York City, including the Barclays Center and the Oculus at the World Trade Center.
The cover art features a shirtless Tyler wearing red trousers and a matching cap, evoking vintage hip-hop influences. The image echoes style references from LL COOL J, 50 Cent's Get Rich or Die Tryin', and Ludacris' bold visuals in 'Get Back.'
The album features 10 songs. Below is the complete tracklist.
Big Poe Sugar On My Tongue Sucka Free Mommanem Stop Playing With Me Ring Ring Ring Don't Tap That Glass / Tweakin' Don't You Worry Baby I'll Take Care of You Tell Me What It Is
Despite fan speculation, Tyler tempered expectations on X, reflecting his intent to release music without narrative framing, focusing purely on sound and expression.
yall better get them expectations and hopes down this aint no concept nothing — T (@tylerthecreator) July 20, 2025
Don't Tap the Glass follows CHROMAKOPIA, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with 299,000 album-equivalent units. It was later named one of Billboard's top albums of 2024.
Fans can now stream the new album across major platforms.
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