Tyler, the Creator’s Romantic Encounters in the ‘Darling, I’ Video
Tyler, the Creator’s "Darling, I"
In a captivating self-directed video for his track “Darling, I,” Tyler, the Creator dives into the whims of romance. Set against the backdrop of his album Chromakopia, he explores various love interests, featuring cameos from notable figures like Willow, Nia Long, Ayo Edebiri, Lauren London, and Chase Infiniti.
A Journey Through Relationships
As Tyler transitions through different dates in the video, he reflects on the complexities of love. With lyrics like “See, monogamy, that shit is not for me (Nah)/One option for everybody? Don’t you lie to me,” he reveals his thoughts on non-traditional relationships. The track includes Teezo Touchdown, who appears during Tyler’s date with London, even taking on the role of a bus driver who serenades a sorrowful girl.
Exploring Polyamory
Tyler embraces the notion of polyamory, declaring his inability to settle down with just one person. In the second verse, he raps, “I love this girl, though, I hit the gold mine/I’m thinkin’ new crib, I’m thinkin’ two kids/Until I get infatuated with a new bitch.” He acknowledges the inevitability of moving on, noting the bittersweet nature of falling in and out of love.
As parting gifts, he leaves a symbolic representation of his affection—his literal beating heart, still vibrant with emotion.
A Shift in Tone
Tyler temporarily stepped away from Chromakopia to embrace a lighter theme in his recent project, Don’t Tap the Glass. This new album features tracks like “Sugar on My Tongue” and “Stop Playing With Me,” showcasing collaborations with notables like Clipse and LeBron James.
Tyler describes this shift as a return to fun. In his conversation with Zane Lowe from Apple Music, he expressed how Chromakopia tackled deeper personal issues. “Whether it’s me talking about my relationship with my hair or my evolving role as a father, I delved into a range of topics,” he said.
What are your thoughts on Tyler’s exploration of love and relationships in his new video?
