The Grinch feat. Tyler, The Creator

What’s the first thing you think of when you hear Tyler, The Creator?

Up until recently, I would have never associated his name with an animated take on The Grinch. But I am so glad that’s the case.

With Tyler on the soundtrack, a gap is bridged between rap and animation that has only been connected every once in a while. “That’s because animation is for kids!!” said the dummy who wears socks with his sandals on the beach. Really? You’re gonna wear that on the beach and say such a stupid comment? Yeah get out of here, lame-o.

I just really enjoyed seeing Tyler’s style of music combining with such a adolescent friendly topic. It was a fresh take on what could’ve ended up as just normal old holiday tunes.

In regards to animation, I’m very excited to see The Grinch. I really like Illumination’s animation style including vibrant colors, but I just try to forget about that whole Minions thing that somehow made them money.

I would’ve seen it Thursday night, but it was quite fitting that the snow storm prevented me from doing so.

Okay.... bye.

Comments

  1. UnknownNovember 18, 2018 at 6:41 PM

    Interesting post Will, In regards to Illuminations animation style I agree, it's amazing! They aren't afraid to stray from the pack a little especially with the minion and despicable me movies. Each of their characters have unique features, for example Gru has a very strange non-human type shape, but it never seems to throw anyone off while adding to his character. Additionally, Anyone who says animation is for kids likes sand in their bathing suit.

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