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- ↑ Lambert, Chris. "'Igor' Explained: A Guide To The Story, Themes, And Devices Of Tyler The Creator's 2019 Album". Forbes. Retrieved 2024-11-06.
- ↑ "Tyler The Creator's Igor: A Narrative deep dive". 2024-05-23. Retrieved 2024-11-06.
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- ↑ "American single certifications – Tyler the Creator – Igor's Theme". Recording Industry Association of America . Retrieved 6 November 2024.
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