Seventeen-year-old Luh Tyler is a paradoxical blend of reticent confidence and propelling ambition. Undiscovered a little over a year ago, now, he’s the unassuming flag-bearer of new-school pimp rap, aiming his sights at the pinnacle of the hip-hop world.
The curly brown-haired, Tallahassee boy discovered his aptitude in rhyming under rather unintentional circumstances. An accidental rap career that started last summer, initiated by his friends and an app called BandLab, Tyler wasn’t set on becoming hip-hop’s juvenile prodigy. Despite this nonchalant entry into the world of rap, Tyler’s innate flair for melodious rhymes, his delicately placed witticisms, and his graceful demeanor have cemented his place in the industry.
Now, a few months into his unforeseen journey, Tyler reflects on his music career in a soothing maroon space of his grandmother’s home in Tallahassee. The break only lasts three days before he revs up to entertain a densely packed crowd in Miami’s Rolling Loud, the biggest draw of the hip-hop festival circuit. Still a greenhorn in the business, Tyler experiences an uncurbed zeal for performing and seeing others perform at festivals, yet he nurtures an equal love for club gatherings.
Dig into his musical journey and you’ll find Luh Tyler’s debut record ‘My Vision’, released in March under Motion Music and Atlantic Records. Staying true to his signature style, ‘My Vision’ exudes a relaxed vibe that reflects Tyler’s authenticity.
Tyler’s reluctant outlook towards making music transpired into an unexpectedly viral hit, “Back Flippin'”, an anthem that he crafted without much thought. He experimented with instruments, manifested a swooning melody he found on YouTube, and morphed it into a certified banger, one that earned him massive recognition and love.
Tyler’s following grew exponentially, yet the modest artist had his feet on the ground. According to him, his most energetic crowd was in Germany—fans moshed to every beat, hard or soft—an experience that offered him an unforgettable memory.
Updates to ‘My Vision’ surfaced shortly after, highlighting Tyler’s knack for funk. Standout tracks like “Jayda Wayda” underscore his devotion, while collaborations with BabyTron and Trapland Pat enhance the overall vibe.
Long-term, Luh Tyler aspires to achieve the level of Drake – his vision is selling out stadiums. Despite not yet having direct contact with the OVO kingpin, Tyler acknowledges Drake’s large social media presence in his life.
Luh Tyler’s music is quintessentially experiential, creating vivid portrayals of his surroundings. Case in point, the ‘Law & Order’ video beautifully paints a picture of Tallahassee at dusk and emphasizes the Slickback vibes swarming the young prodigy.
But Tyler is not just about fun; he means business in his music. His album ‘My Vision’ is the testimony, from the catchy “Moncler on my Coat” to the solemn “I’m Him”. The tour with Memphis’ titan, Moneybagg Yo, bears proof to his committed fanbase which isn’t backing down anytime soon.
His unstoppable drive, scenic storytelling, and distinctly traditional values are propelling Tyler to heights that were, perhaps, unforeseen by even him. He is a synthesis of the dictum-spouting iconic SoCal pimp rap of Suga Free and the pioneering ATL snap music of the late Shawty Lo. His lyrics are an amalgamation of distinctly traditional values with technical precision—the hallmarks of an old soul in a young body. Luh Tyler is undoubtedly on an expedited journey to the top of the rap world, and it’s the journey he appears to embrace fully, with open arms and an open heart.