10 Things to Know About VMA Winner Tyler, The Creator

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Ok, so all you probably know about Tyler, The Creator is that he won the highly coveted Video Music Award for best new artist at this year’s show, and that he, um, curses a lot and pisses lots of people off. But what the heck. We figured it’s prob best that you, the loyal Teen.com readers actually know a little bit more about him because he’s about to majorly blow up. And besides, he’s a self-professed Belieber, so there’s that.

Click for 10 must know facts about Tyler, The Creator!


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1. Tyler's real name is Tyler Okonma. Oh, and he's only 19! Photo: Splash News

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2. Tyler got his start in music early, making imaginary album covers with playlists at the age of 7.

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3. And at the age of 14, Tyler taught himself how to play the piano.

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4. And speaking of his childhood, Tyler went to 13 (!) different schools during his 12 years of education, all in California.

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5. Tyler is the front man and leader of the group OFWGKTA, Odd Future Wolf Gang Kill Them All. He has rapped on and produced almost all of the band's tracks.

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6. Tyler and one of his band members, Hodgy Beats, made his TV debut in February 2011 when they performed “Sandwitches” on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon.

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7. Tyler is a Belieber! He recently told Billboard.com, "I want to do some beats for Justin's next album. He seems fun to kick it with." Um, ya think?!

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8. But Tyler isn't exactly a fan of Bruno Mars. Or Chris Brown. He's been vocal on Twitter about his hate for Bruno and Chris, which is weird because they're like, both way more famous awesome.

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9. But Tyler does like some artists. He's said his music is inspired by Eminem, Dr. Dre, Black Eyed Peas' early stuff and Usher.

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10. As for Tyler's future plans?He and the guys of Odd Future are going on the Golf Wang tour starting in September. Plus, he's got his third album, "Wolf," set for release in 2012.

What do you think of Tyler? Think he’s the next big thing? Want to see him collab with Bieber? And oh, did he deserve his VMA win? Tell us right here!

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26 Responses to "10 Things to Know About VMA Winner Tyler, The Creator"

  1. Teen.com
    beeMo: bEEtchY says:

    Tyler deserves everything good in his life. He’s always bragging about his humangasoures dick, if I could taste it once ill never fuck again… I love you forever and your ears turn me on… Visit South Africa sometime

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    beeMo: bEEtchY says:

    Wow he’s ears give me a thousand climaxes, he’s voice vibrates my pussy and his words keeps me screaming for more… He deserves everything good in his life… My muse… But he’s a wierdo and I want to see his dick… Come to South Africa

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    khadijah says:

    I love both Tyler and his songs even before he won that award Tyler is going to be the best fucking artiste alive people who don’t like Tyler fuck off OFWGKTA

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    khadijah says:

    I love both Tyler and his songs even before he won that award Tyler is going to be the best fucking alive people who don’t like Tyler fuck off OFWGKTA

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    OddBalllla says:

    OFWGKTA . ♥ For life homes :D

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    Bigfuzz says:

    tyler the creator is gay jk… who invited mr i dnt giva fuck

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    Mikayla says:

    I think Tyler is the sexiest black kid I have ever seen, and I would love to marry him. I’ve loved him before he even won the award , and I’ll keep loving him and the rest of the wolf gang no matter what <3. OFWGKTADGAF

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    swaggdamax says:

    I think tht he is the best rapper alive instead of lil wayne OFWGKTADGAF!!!!!!

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    Forever apple says:

    I LOVE U TYLER <3 N YOUR MUSIC IS FUCKING AWESOME !!!!

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    TyLEr LOveR says:

    OFWGKTA FTW muthafukasssss

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    Chris says:

    Bitch his a God damn goblin nd I like da fact dat he says wt he wana say nd he doesn’t care wt da media or this haters say

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    jervaughn))_(( says:

    yeaaa hoees

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    Swaggy.' says:

    dont like tylers music well……..FUCK OFF you guys dont even get the words that hes even saying because you probrably listin to the first 5 secs of the song.He says what he feels like saying and he says things that happens in hes life.AND STOP CENCERING YOUR FUCKING WORDS NOBODY CARES IF ITS BAD OR NOT.

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    -hype- says:

    he deserved to win the award. just too many haters. listen to his music before you got sumthin to say

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    monky10ish says:

    i love tyler the creator!

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    U.M.O says:

    Tyler isn’t 19. He’s 20. He was born March 6th 1991. And he said it himself that he’s 20 in an interview. I think he’s funny and raps well. I mean, he’s only 20. Young too. What do you expect him to rap about? Everyone deserves to enjoy their youth, the way they want too . . . And remember, ALWAYS use a condom !

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    IlOveTyler .:p says:

    Yuh Guys Are Haters. Tyler Is My Favorite Rapper . And He WILL Go Far<3

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    DecoBalance says:

    You people are blind and ignorant if you don’t see the immense talent in this kid.

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    alexandra says:

    eff all y’all he is only 19 & i mean what is music but a way to express yourself thats how the dude feel then STFU i bet you wont stop him from doing his music..

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    melanie says:

    I mean, c’mon, he raps about raping a pregnant woman and telling his friends he had a thrresome. He raps about taking pictures of his dads d**k in the attic. I don’t think you editors have listned to Goblin at all.

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    melanie says:

    Really? He is the most miserable person ever. And, kill them all. Do you know who “them” are? So stupid, to promote somebody like this, and in a “teen” magazine, to boot. You are the blindest, probably white, people. Ignorant.

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      IlOveTyler .:p says:

      Miserable?! He ‘s Famous And LOVED By So Many Peopole! & “Them” Means THEM In General. As In… Anyone Who Isnt Them ; & Why’s It Bad For A Teen Magazine? Im A Teen He’s Not Like An Influence Or Anything. But In My Eyes… He’s Made Me Think About Things Differently In Life. He’s My Hero<3

  22. Teen.com
    Anonymous says:

    His teeth bother me o-o

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    Anonymous says:

    man i just cant stand this guy!! i think wiz should of gotten the award than him!

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    Anonymous says:

    man i just cant stand this guy!! i think wiz should of gotten the award than him! this guy seems like a brat!

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