Launching his ninth studio album, Don’t Tap The Glass, Tyler kicked off the era with the visually explosive video for his latest single, “STOP PLAYING WITH ME.” The clip is a chaotic, minimalist feast featuring some unexpected guest stars: none other than NBA legend LeBron James and his longtime business partner Maverick Carter.
A Surreal Visual Masterpiece Featuring Hoops Royalty
The video opens with Tyler moving wildly across a stark, bare room surrounded by massive speakers and fluttering newspapers. Sporting a vivid red outfit and flashing golden grills, Tyler commands attention with playful, unpredictable energy.
At around 46 seconds, the scene shifts as LeBron James and Maverick Carter appear casually by his side, vibing coolly to the beat—a moment fans didn’t see coming.
“F40, this the brand-new coupe / Stuff it with b—s, it’s what the f—k I do / Caught the plane with Mav, Bron there too.”
The shoutout perfectly matches the visuals, blending music, culture, and celebrity seamlessly.
More Star Power: Pusha T and Malice Appear
Adding to the visual feast, rap icons Pusha T and Malice make surprise appearances, all decked out in Louis Vuitton—turning the video into a high-fashion playground for hip-hop royalty.
Tyler’s Total Creative Control
Tyler didn’t just perform—he also directed and produced the track, leaving his unmistakable creative fingerprint on every frame.
After the video dropped, LeBron hyped it on social media:
“STOP FKN PLAYING WITH ME!!!! ????????????????????????????????”
To celebrate Don’t Tap The Glass, Tyler threw an exclusive $5 show in Los Angeles—a phone-free, sweat-soaked dance party where fans let loose and released pent-up energy.
“Everyone was dancing. Moving. Expressing. Sweating,” Tyler posted afterward. “It felt like that pent up energy finally got released.”
Tyler’s Cultural Influence is Unstoppable
With this latest release, Tyler proves once again that when he moves, culture moves with him. Expect Don’t Tap The Glass to shake up music and fashion scenes alike.
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