Music writers and critics are largely still digesting the surprise release, but the early reactions have praised Don't Tap the Glass for continuing Tyler's stellar reputation for production and a looseness that his recent, more conceptual albums have steered away from.

What is Tyler, the Creator creating this time? A dance floor. Tyler released his new album, Don’t Tap the Glass, with only a few hours’ warning on July 21. On his previous album, Chromakopia, released October 2024,

As his world tour continues, Tyler, the Creator shocked fans with the announcement of a new album during his show at the Barclays Center