Tyler, the Creator Borrows JAY-Z's “4:44” For A Freestyle
: Jay-Z woke up at exactly 4:44 AM to pen the lyrics. Oscar - 4 44 (Freestyle)
: Tyler reflects on his Billboard-topping album Flower Boy and his successful business ventures. Tyler, the Creator Borrows JAY-Z's “4:44” For A
While there isn't a widely recognized artist named "Oscar" with a song called "4 44 (Freestyle)," it is likely you are referring to one of two things: the legendary title track by Jay-Z (which features a conversational, freestyle-like delivery) or the popular "4:44 (Freestyle)" cover by Tyler, the Creator (often titled "Ziploc"). : Much like the original, Tyler touches on
: Much like the original, Tyler touches on the loneliness that often accompanies high-level success. Why It Matters
Here is a blog post covering the themes and impact of Jay-Z's original masterpiece and its influential freestyle covers.
The 4:44 Phenomenon: Vulnerability, Legacy, and the Art of the Freestyle