Song DNA
Genre
R&B
Era
2010s
Mood
Dreamy Romantic
Tempo
Mid-tempo
Key
Major
Texture
Layered
Sound
Soulful Orchestral
Feel
Groovy
As the emotional centerpiece of 'Flower Boy', this track marks Tyler, The Creator's definitive pivot from aggressive rap to melodic Neo-Soul. Featuring ethereal vocals from Kali Uchis, the song combines whimsical production with a vulnerable narrative about a lover who only exists in dreams.
The song is built on a circular I-vi-ii-V progression, often referred to as a 'turnaround.' While the sequence is structurally simple, the harmonic sophistication comes from the neo-soul voicing and the use of major/minor 7th chords. This progression avoids a…
Tyler, The Creator originally wrote 'See You Again' with the intention of giving it to Zayn Malik. After Malik reportedly 'ghosted' the scheduled studio sessions, Tyler decided to record the song himself, bringing in long-time collaborator Kali Uchis to provid…
“Tyler has stated on social media that this is his favorite song he has ever written.”
The song is built on a circular I-vi-ii-V progression, often referred to as a 'turnaround.' While the sequence is structurally simple, the harmonic sophistication comes from the neo-soul voicing and the use of major/minor 7th chords. This progression avoids a hard resolution by ending on the dominant F#7, which leads smoothly back into the Bmaj7, mirroring the lyrical theme of being stuck in a recurring dream state.
Tyler, The Creator originally wrote 'See You Again' with the intention of giving it to Zayn Malik. After Malik reportedly 'ghosted' the scheduled studio sessions, Tyler decided to record the song himself, bringing in long-time collaborator Kali Uchis to provide the hook and additional vocals.
As the emotional centerpiece of 'Flower Boy', this track marks Tyler, The Creator's definitive pivot from aggressive rap to melodic Neo-Soul. Featuring ethereal vocals from Kali Uchis, the song combines whimsical production with a vulnerable narrative about a lover who only exists in dreams.
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Genre
R&B
Era
2010s
Mood
Dreamy Romantic
Tempo
Mid-tempo
Key
Major
Texture
Layered
Sound
Soulful Orchestral
Feel
Groovy
57.7M
Plays
2.6M
Listeners
100%
Popularity
3:00
Duration
4/4
Time
Harmony The song is built on a circular I-vi-ii-V progression, often referred to as a 'turnaround.' While the sequence is structurally simple, the harmonic sophistication comes from the neo-soul voicing and the use of major/minor 7th chords. This progression avoids a hard resolution by ending on the dominant F#7, which leads smoothly back into the Bmaj7, mirroring the lyrical theme of being stuck in a recurring dream state. Deep Analysis Available Detailed analysis of this section is not yet available for this song. Request Full Analysis
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Composition Tyler, The Creator originally wrote 'See You Again' with the intention of giving it to Zayn Malik. After Malik reportedly 'ghosted' the scheduled studio sessions, Tyler decided to record the song himself, bringing in long-time collaborator Kali Uchis to provide the hook and additional vocals. Inspiration: The song explores the concept of a 'phantom' lover—an ideal partner who only exists in the artist's dreams. It deals with the frustration of waking up and losing that connection, reflecting a theme of escapism and longing. Recording Studio: Paramount Recording Studios Producer: Tyler, The Creator Tyler has stated on social media that this is his favorite song he has ever written. The song experienced a massive resurgence in popularity in 2023 due to viral trends on TikTok, nearly six years after its release. The arrangement features a prominent trumpet solo and a blend of live instrumentation with synthesizers.
Chord Sheet Chords Used Hide functions Bmaj7 Imaj7 T G#m7 vi7 T C#m7 ii7 P F#7 V7 D Progression by Section Chorus Bmaj7 Imaj7 T G#m7 vi7 T C#m7 ii7 P F#7 V7 D Verse Bmaj7 Imaj7 T G#m7 vi7 T C#m7 ii7 P F#7 V7 D Chord Fingerings Bmaj7 Standard G#m7 Standard C#m7 Standard F#7 Standard Harmony Analysis The song is built on a circular I-vi-ii-V progression, often referred to as a 'turnaround.' While the sequence is structurally simple, the harmonic sophistication comes from the neo-soul voicing and the use of major/minor 7th chords. This progression avoids a hard resolution by ending on the dominant F#7, which leads smoothly back into the Bmaj7, mirroring the lyrical theme of being stuck in a recurring dream state. Find Tabs & Chords Songsterr Interactive tabs Ultimate Guitar Chords & tabs Cifra Club Chords
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