In a recent interview with Nardwuar, Tyler, the Creator responded to criticism surrounding his freestyle "That Guy" on Kendrick Lamar's "Hey Now" beat, labeling critics as disconnected from the roots of Hip-Hop culture. The Grammy-winning artist defended his track, released as a surprise during the holidays, stating that freestyling over existing beats is a common practice within the genre. Tyler emphasized that those criticizing his approach may lack a fundamental understanding of Hip-Hop traditions. The freestyle, titled "THAT GUY," was shared on social media with a festive message after receiving a fan's request for Tyler to freestyle on the mentioned beat. Additionally, Tyler the Creator gained attention for his performance with Sexyy Red during the CHROMAKOPIA Tour in Miami, where the duo's post-concert footrace and playful photo recreation from 2023 quickly became viral moments.