Tyler, the Creator Taps Clipse & Lebron James For “STOP PLAYING WITH ME” Music Video

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Tyler, the Creator reveals the “STOP PLAYING WITH ME” music video from his new album DON’T TAP THE GLASS, a dance-heavy visual supported by LeBron James and Clipse members Pusha T and Malice.

On top of releasing his second album in under a year, Tyler, the Creator surprised us even more on a Monday morning by unveiling the initial video concept for “DON’T TAP THE GLASS” – an amusing and star-studded visual for the song “STOP PLAYING WITH ME.

The video includes LeBron James, Pusha T, and Malice from Clipse, with Tyler sporting a vintage jersey, a new mustache, and thick-framed glasses – giving off a deliberately playful vibe. Recently, the rapper, who also directed the video, expressed that he asked acquaintances why they don’t dance in public, to which some responded due to the fear of being recorded. He further pondered, “It makes me question how much of our human spirit has been stifled because of the fear of becoming a meme, all for having a good time.

As a gamer, I’d say that while CHROMAKOPIA has this intense, militaristic vibe, the first video for DON’T TAP THE GLASS feels more laid-back, reminiscent of Kendrick’s recent “Squabble Up” clip. Tyler’s golden grills and red Converse sneakers are on full display in close-ups, and he grooves solo in the frame without any sudden cameos from his collaborators. With this new project, it seems like the rapper is aiming to break down ego barriers and get people moving: “This album isn’t for sitting still. Dancing, driving, running – anything that involves movement might help you grasp its essence. Crank it up loud!

See the video in the window above and stream DON’T TAP THE GLASS everywhere now.

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