Best Interest (song)
2020 single by Tyler, the Creator
"Best Interest" is a song by American rapper Tyler, the Creator. It was first released on December 23, 2019 as a music video, before being released to streaming services on January 25, 2020. The song contains a sample of "Bless You With My Love" by Heaven Sent & Ecstasy.
Background
On December 23, 2019, Tyler, the Creator released the music video of "Best Interest" alongside his song "Group B" via YouTube. According to him, "Best Interest" was an unfinished track that he originally recorded for his album Igor. "Best Interest" and "Group B" were both released to streaming services on January 25, 2020.
Composition
The song uses a soulful groove and sample, with production consisting of horns, strings, xylophone and piano with occasional synthesizers and "loosely jazz drumming". It has been described as having 1950's and 1960's "soul-esque sounds that characterized the majority of Igor". In regard to his performance, Tyler, the Creator croons in a high-pitched tone before transitioning to rapping in monotone, raspy vocals halfway through the song. Lyrically, he reflects on a secret relationship and its troubles.
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