Like Him

"Like Him"
Song by Tyler, the Creator featuring Lola Young
from the album Chromakopia
Released	October 28, 2024
Genre	Neo-soul
Length	4:38
Label	Columbia
Songwriter(s)	Tyler Okonma
Producer(s)	Tyler, the Creator

"Like Him" is a song by American rapper and producer Tyler, the Creator, released on October 28, 2024 from his eighth studio album Chromakopia (2024). It features English singer Lola Young, as well as a one-word ad-lib from American rapper Baby Keem.^{[ citation needed ]} The song was written and produced entirely by Tyler.

The song explores themes of identity, family dynamics, and the lasting emotional impact of an absent father. Critics have praised "Like Him" for its emotional depth, introspective lyricism, and atmospheric production. Lola Young's haunting vocal contribution has also been highlighted as a powerful complement to Tyler's performance.^{[ citation needed ]}

The track has received widespread acclaim from both critics and listeners, and is widely regarded as one of the standout songs on the album. The song also hit several charts, including number 29 on the Billboard Hot 100, alongside certifying 2x platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and became a popular sound on TikTok, despite not being released as a single.^{[ citation needed ]}

Composition

The song includes soul elements ^[1] and piano-led production. ^[2] In the lyrics, Tyler, the Creator dwells on his conflicted feelings regarding his upbringing and growing up with an absent father, ^{[2] [3] [4]} wondering if he would end up like him. ^[5] Tyler reflects on his resemblance to his father, ^{[3] [6]} which his mother has always shown awe in, ^[3] and sings about him "chasing a ghost" as he never knew him. ^[7] The outro features a message from his mother, who takes responsibility for his father's estrangement from the family due to her poor choices and confesses that he had always wanted to be involved in Tyler's life. ^{[4] [5] [6] [8] [9]}

Alternate version

On vinyl and CD versions of the album, this song has a second verse from Tyler as well as a few unfinished/mumble lyrics.

Charts

Chart performance for "Like Him"

Chart (2024–2025)	Peak position
Australia (ARIA) [10]	55
Canada (Canadian Hot 100) [11]	43
Global 200 ( Billboard ) [12]	37
France (SNEP) [13]	147
Ireland (IRMA) [14]	28
Netherlands (Single Top 100) [15]	100
New Zealand (Recorded Music NZ) [16]	28
Sweden Heatseeker (Sverigetopplistan) [17]	16
UK Singles (OCC) [18]	30
US Billboard Hot 100 [19]	29
US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs ( Billboard ) [20]	6
US Rhythmic ( Billboard ) [21]	7

Certifications

Certifications for "Like Him"

Region	Certification	Certified units/sales
Belgium (BRMA) [22]	Gold	20,000‡
Canada (Music Canada) [23]	Platinum	80,000‡
United Kingdom (BPI) [24]	Silver	200,000‡
United States (RIAA) [25]	2× Platinum	2,000,000‡
‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone.

References

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2. Empire, Kitty (1 November 2024). "Tyler, the Creator: Chromakopia review – candour meets artfulness". The Observer . Retrieved 19 December 2024.
3. Krueger, Jonah (October 28, 2024). "Tyler, the Creator Dazzles on Chromakopia: Album Review". Consequence . Retrieved December 19, 2024.
4. Buseko, Francis (1 November 2024). "Tyler, The Creator – Chromakopia". The Quietus . Retrieved 19 December 2024.
5. Haile, Heven (October 31, 2024). "CHROMAKOPIA by Tyler, the Creator". Pitchfork . Retrieved December 19, 2024.
6. Moore, Sam (November 1, 2024). "Tyler, The Creator's 'Chromakopia' Is The Best Rap Album Of 2024". HipHopDX . Retrieved December 19, 2024.
7. Crone, Dave (October 28, 2024). "CHROMOAKOPIA - Tyler, the Creator | Album". AllMusic . Retrieved December 19, 2024.
8. Petridis, Alexis (October 28, 2024). "Tyler, the Creator: Chromakopia review – early midlife crisis triggers a freaked-out psychodrama". The Guardian . ISSN   0261-3077 . Retrieved 19 December 2024.
9. Mitchell, Matt (December 19, 2024). "Tyler, the Creator Finds Sanctuary On the Capricious, Limitless CHROMAKOPIA". Paste . Retrieved 19 December 2024.
10. "The ARIA Report: Week Commencing 11 November 2024". The ARIA Report. No. 1810. Australian Recording Industry Association. December 19, 2024. p. 5.
11. "Tyler the Creator Chart History (Canadian Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved December 19, 2024.
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13. "Top Singles du semaine 2, 2025". SNEP . Retrieved January 13, 2025.
14. "Irish-charts.com – Discography Tyler, the Creator". Irish Singles Chart. Retrieved December 19, 2024.
15. "Tyler the Creator feat. Lola Young – Like Him" (in Dutch). Single Top 100. Retrieved January 18, 2025.
16. "NZ Top 40 Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. November 8, 2024. Retrieved December 19, 2024.
17. "Veckolista Heatseeker, vecka 2, 2025". Sverigetopplistan . Retrieved January 11, 2025.
18. "Official Singles Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved January 10, 2025.
19. "Tyler the Creator Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved December 19, 2024.
20. "Tyler the Creator Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved December 19, 2024.
21. "Tyler the Creator Chart History (Rhythmic)". Billboard. Retrieved May 14, 2025.
22. "Ultratop − Goud en Platina – singles 2025". Ultratop. Hung Medien. Retrieved July 12, 2025.
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25. "American single certifications – Tyler, the Creator – Like Him". Recording Industry Association of America.