“Just say Drake” - Netizens speculate as Tyler, The Creator raps about not trusting “white people with dreadlocks” on new album ‘DON'T TAP THE GLASS’

Tyler, The Creator’s surprise drop, DON’T TAP THE GLASS, has sparked as much buzz for its lyrical content as for its beat‑laden energy. In a standout line, the rapper delivers a sharp-edged jab:

"I hate light skin n****s […] I can't trust white people with dreadlocks"

— Tyler, The Creator on 'BIG POE' 😭 pic.twitter.com/aZgrmmHX5s

— Hip Hop All Day (@HipHopAllDayy) July 21, 2025

That line lit up timelines, prompting one netizen’s cheeky retort under the track’s main tweet:

“just say Drake.. 🙂‍↔️✌️”.

Listeners are left piecing together whether Tyler’s taking a swipe at cultural trends or simply stirring up conversation. Most agree, however, that he’s always had the knack for grabbing attention with unapologetic honesty. Now, as DON’T TAP THE GLASS enters rotation, social media is aflame, and we’re keeping score.

Netizens jump on Tyler, The Creator’s comments

Netizens have wasted no time reacting to Tyler’s bold exclusion of “white people with dreadlocks.” On Twitter, reactions range from curious agreement to pure bafflement. One quippy take asked,

“What J Cole do to him now?”, pointing to the rapper-watching-rapper vibe that Tyler seems to invite.

Another simply mused,

“People like racism?”, highlighting how polarizing the line feels.

Among the sea of responses, these stand out:

“Idk about the first part of this, but white dudes with dread locks… he’s spot on.”

Here, a user reflects a curious nod of approval—agreeing with Tyler's critique, even if they’d rather skip the racial flashpoint. Other fans were less impressed:

“Say all you want but the album is mid.”

Ouch. That one highlights just how divided the reception has become, some tune in for controversy, others just want fire tracks. And channeling classic diss vibes, someone hit back with

“Milli Vanilli?”, a sharp reminder that style can’t beat substance, or authenticity.

Fans are reading into Tyler’s phrasing, wondering if he’s responding—or even dissing—the cultural ubiquity of Drake. After all, Drake’s known for navigating crossover zones: hip‑hop, pop, even fashion. Is Tyler poking at Drake’s cultural dominance, or just cracking a joke? With Tyler it’s often both.

Whatever the case, netizens aren’t holding back. People are reading tea leaves, weighing the implication of “white people with dreadlocks” (is it cultural appropriation, trend‑tracking, or flat‑out opportunism?) and Tyler’s larger point.

Across Reddit and Twitter, threads are branching out, some defending Tyler’s call-out, others accusing it of oversimplifying, even veering into hypocrisy. With Tyler’s reputation for unpredictability, fans are locked in, seeking clues on whether this is a comment on cultural identity, an inside jab, or just Tyler being, well, Tyler. Either way, it’s a moment that keeps DON’T TAP THE GLASS trending in more ways than one.

DON’T TAP THE GLASS: A quick dive into the album

At a succinct 28 minutes across 10 tracks, DON’T TAP THE GLASS is lean but loaded. Dropping unexpectedly today, the album was first teased mid‑tour (Brooklyn, July 18), complete with merch and cryptic web teasers, before the full release.

Critics may still be lining up both praise and side‑eye, but early takes point to the album as “digestible yet immersive,” striking a balance between raw lyricism and Tyler’s signature genre‑hopping bounce. Fan‑boy reviews from HotNewHipHop call it “immaculate vibes,” with highlights ranging from raucous openers to pop‑soul grooves.

Tyler didn’t drop a feature list and confirmed it’s no-concept album, but a tight, self-contained project. So whether you’re in it for the sonic flair or lyrical fireworks and yes, even the cultural jabs, it’s a quick trip with plenty to unpack.

Whether fans lean into the Drake shade or debate the dreadlocks line, DON’T TAP THE GLASS has Tyler doing what he does best: provoking thought while moving feet. In barely half an hour, he’s sparked a cultural firestorm, funny, biting, and undeniably Tyler, The Creator, leaving us all tapping into exactly the conversation he intended.