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Tyler, The Creator Reflects on the Backlash Surrounding His Most Divisive Album: ‘I Got S**t on Sooooo Bad’

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Nowadays, Tyler, The Creator is one of the most beloved, revered rappers of the 2020s. Every release is typically met with rave reviews and a ton of love online. But over 10 years ago, the love wasn’t nearly as unanimous. When he released Cherry Bomb in April 2015, his diehard fans who loved Goblin and Bastard scoffed at his lush soul production and wanted edgier rapping instead. People who didn’t mind his experimentation wanted a more cohesive record.

Years later, Cherry Bomb has become something of a cult classic. Admittedly, the change in response has been a bit jarring for Tyler, The Creator. In a recent Instagram story, he reacted to a video praising the album, admitting that he’s glad........

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