Tyler, The Creator Named Top Artist-Songwriter of Q3 2023 by NMPA

Tyler, The Creator Named Top Artist-Songwriter of Q3 2023 by NMPA

By Marcus Stevenson

December 13, 2024 at 08:17 AM

Tyler, The Creator has emerged as one of the top songwriters in Q3 2023, according to the National Music Publishers' Association (NMPA) Gold & Platinum Program. With 17 certifications during July, August, and September, he leads as the top artist-songwriter overall.

Tyler, the Creator smiling

Tyler, the Creator smiling

Notable certifications for Tyler include:

  • "EARFQUAKE" (5X Platinum)
  • "See You Again" (4X Platinum)
  • "NEW MAGIC WAND" (Double Platinum)

Jon Brion earned recognition as the top non-performing songwriter with nine certifications, including several Platinum-certified Mac Miller tracks:

  • "Small Worlds"
  • "Ladders"
  • "Hurt Feelings"
  • "Come Back to Earth"

NMPA President & CEO David Israelite noted hip-hop's dominance in Q3, highlighting Tyler's innovative style and Brion's enduring impact through his work with Mac Miller.

Additionally, Tyler expanded his fashion brand Golf Wang with 12 holiday pop-up shops globally, complementing permanent locations in New York City, Los Angeles, and London. The pop-ups feature:

  • FW23 collection items
  • Graffiti airbrushed art pieces on various merchandise
  • Essentials Collection pieces
  • Vinyl editions of Tyler's music catalog

Locations include major cities across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, with a Seoul location pending announcement.

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