# Tyler, The Creator (DD-207)

> Tyler, The Creator (Tyler Gregory Okonma) is an American rapper, songwriter and producer, born on March 6, 1991, in Los Angeles. He co-founded the alternative hip-hop collective Odd Future (OFWGKTA) in 2007. His debut studio album, Goblin, came out in 2011. IGOR (2019) won the Grammy Award for Best Rap Album in 2020, and Call Me If You Get Lost (2021) won the same award in 2022. His music mixes hip-hop with R&B, funk, soul and jazz. The footage shows performances and interviews, with the presenter.

- Department: People (also Media)
- First published: 2024-03-02
- Last updated: 2026-10-25
- Permalink: https://detailenjoyer.com/case/tyler-the-creator/
- Author: Marcus Easterling (DetailEnjoyer), The Detail Department

## Status as of Oct. 25, 2026

Active as a rapper, producer and designer. His albums CHROMAKOPIA (October 2024) and DON'T TAP THE GLASS (July 2025) both reached No. 1 on the Billboard 200, according to his label's tour announcement. He was featured on Quavo's "Baby Breath," released on the album QRÖMELIFE, Complex reported on Oct. 2, 2026. On Oct. 15, 2026, Nike, FC Barcelona and Spotify launched an 11-piece collection with his GOLF WANG brand, and Barcelona was scheduled to wear the GOLF logo against Real Madrid in El Clásico on Oct. 25, 2026. His Camp Flog Gnaw festival is scheduled for Nov. 14–15, 2026, at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles.

## On the timeline

- **March 6, 1991**: Tyler Okonma is born in Los Angeles
- **2007**: He co-founds Odd Future
- **2011**: Goblin is released
- **2020**: IGOR wins the Grammy for Best Rap Album
- **2022**: Call Me If You Get Lost wins the same award

Full timeline: https://detailenjoyer.com/timeline/?case=tyler-the-creator

## Quick facts

- **DD-207-F01**: He was born on March 6, 1991, in Los Angeles. _(Write-up · Exhibit A (Born 1991))_
- **DD-207-F02**: He co-founded Odd Future in 2007. _(Write-up · Exhibit B (Odd Future))_

## Write-up

Tyler, The Creator co-founded the collective Odd Future. His album IGOR won the Grammy for Best Rap Album.

1. **Born 1991**: He was born on March 6, 1991, in Los Angeles.
2. **Odd Future**: He co-founded Odd Future in 2007.
3. **Goblin**: His debut studio album, Goblin, came out in 2011.
4. **IGOR**: IGOR won Best Rap Album in 2020.
5. **Second Grammy**: Call Me If You Get Lost won in 2022.

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## Reel vs. record

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## Video: Tyler, The Creator: Tyler, The Creator Co-Founded the Collective Odd Future

- Duration: 32.9 s · Published: 2024-03-02
- File: https://detailenjoyer.com/assets/videos/C4ALvqwuEMm.mp4

### Transcript

Tyler, the creator, the innovative and provocative force in music, has carved a unique path in the industry with his eclectic style and boundless creativity. DID YOU KNOW? Born Tyler Gregory Okonma on March 6th, 1991 in Los Angeles, California, he burst onto the scene as the co-founder of the alternative hip-hop collective Odd Future, challenging conventions and pushing boundaries. From his debut album, Goblin, to the critically acclaimed Igor, which won the Grammy for Best Rap Album, Tyler's work defies categorization, blending hip-hop, R&B, and funk with his unmistakable voice and daring lyrics. NOW YOU KNOW!

## Questions & answers

**Q: What is Tyler, The Creator's birth name?**  
A: Born 1991. _(Source: Write-up · Exhibit A (Born 1991) · Wikipedia: Tyler, the Creator)_

**Q: Which collective did he co-found?**  
A: OFWGKTA. _(Source: Write-up · Exhibit B (Odd Future) · Wikipedia: Tyler, the Creator; Wikipedia: Odd Future)_

**Q: What was his debut studio album?**  
A: 2011. _(Source: Write-up · Exhibit C (Goblin) · Wikipedia: Tyler, the Creator)_

**Q: Which album won Best Rap Album in 2020?**  
A: Released 2019. _(Source: Write-up · Exhibit D (IGOR) · Wikipedia: Tyler, the Creator)_

**Q: Which genres does he blend?**  
A: Also soul and jazz. _(Source: Write-up · Exhibit E (Second Grammy) · Wikipedia: Tyler, the Creator)_

## Sources

- [Wikipedia: Tyler, the Creator](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tyler,_the_Creator)
- [Wikipedia: Odd Future](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Odd_Future)
- [Spotify Newsroom: The Latest FC Barcelona Jersey Takeover Is Here, and Tyler, The Creator Is Taking Full Creative Control (Oct. 15, 2026)](https://newsroom.spotify.com/2026-10-15/fc-barcelona-takeover-tyler-the-creator/)
- [Nike: Nike, FC Barcelona and Spotify Unveil a New Collection With Tyler, The Creator Ahead of El Clásico (Oct. 15, 2026)](https://about.nike.com/en/newsroom/releases/nike-and-fc-barcelona-unveil-an-exclusive-collection-with-tyler-the-creator-ahead-of-el-clasico)
- [Complex: Tyler, The Creator's "Baby Breath" Verse Arrives (Oct. 2, 2026)](https://www.complex.com/music/a/tracewilliamcowen/tyler-creator-baby-breath-verse)
- [Complex: Tyler, the Creator Is Bringing Back Camp Flog Gnaw](https://www.complex.com/music/a/cmplxtara-mahadevan/camp-flog-gnaw-2026-festival)
- [Rap Industry: Tyler, The Creator Announces Latin American Tour Dates (Sept. 12, 2025)](https://rapindustry.com/tyler-the-creator-announces-latin-american-tour-dates/)

## Cite this case file

Easterling, Marcus. "Tyler, The Creator." The Detail Department (DetailEnjoyer), case file DD-207, last updated Oct 25, 2026. https://detailenjoyer.com/case/tyler-the-creator/