Tyler, the Creator is a rapper and singer known for his unique voice and creative music. He became famous in 2011 with his album Goblin.

His music mixes hip-hop, soul, and jazz, and he won several awards for his original style.

About the Song

EARQUAKE is a heartfelt love song from his 2019 album IGOR. It features heartbreak and regret themes, showcasing Tyler’s more emotional side.

EARQUAKE Lyrics by Tyler

Intro: Tyler, The Creator & Playboi Carti

For real, for real this time
For real, for real, for real this time
Bitch, I cannot fall short
For real, for real, for real this time (Uh, yeah)
For real, for real, for real this time

Chorus: Tyler, The Creator

‘Cause you make my earth quake
Oh, you make my earth quake
Riding around, your love be shakin’ me up
And it’s making my heart break
‘Cause you make my earth quake (Earthquake, ooh)
Oh, you make my earth quake
Riding around, your love be shakin’ me up
And it’s making my heart break

Refrain: Tyler, The Creator & Charlie Wilson

Don’t leave, it’s my fault
Don’t leave, it’s my fault
Don’t leave, it’s my fault (Girl)
’Cause when it all comes crashing down, I’ll need you

Chorus: Tyler, The Creator & Charlie Wilson

‘Cause you make my earth quake
Oh, you make my earth quake
Riding around, you’re telling me something is bad
And it’s making my heart break
‘Cause you make my earth quake
Oh, you make my earth quake (Earthquake, yeah)
Riding around, your love be shakin’ me up
And it’s making my heart break (You already know)

Verse: Playboi Carti

We ain’t gotta ball, D-Rose, huh
I don’t give a fuck ’bout nothin’, huh
Breathin’ like fuck my lungs, huh
Just might call my lawyer, huh
Plug gon’ set me up, huh (Yeah)
Bitch, don’t set me up (Okay)
I’m with Tyler, yeah (Slime)
He ride like the car, huh
And she wicked, huh, yeah
Like Woah Vicky, huh, yeah (Like Woah Vicky)
Oh my God, hold up, um
These diamonds not Tiffany, huh, yeah (Woah, woah)
So in love (I been so in love)
So in love (I been so in love)

Refrain: Tyler, The Creator & Charlie Wilson

Don’t leave, it’s my fault (Fault)
Don’t leave, it’s my fault
Don’t leave, it’s my fault (Igor, ayy)
‘Cause when it all comes crashing down, I’ll need you (Ayy, ayy)

Bridge: Tyler, The Creator & Charlie Wilson

‘Cause you make my earth quake
I don’t want no confrontation, no
And you don’t want my conversation (I don’t want no conversation)
I just need some confirmation on how you feel, for real (For real)
You don’t want no complication, no
I don’t want no side information (I don’t want no side information)
I just need to know what’s happening ’cause I’m for real (For real)

Outro: Tyler, The Creator

I said don’t leave, it’s my fault (One)
I said don’t leave, it’s my fault (Two, two)
Don’t leave, it’s, it’s my fault, girl (Three, three, three)
Don’t, do-do-do-do-do, I’ll need—

Live Performances of The Song

Here are the live performances of the song EARQUAKE by Tyler:

1. EARQUAKE / New Magic Wand (Live at the 2020 Grammys)

2. EARQUAKE (feat. Charlie Wilson) (Live at Coachella)

Similar Songs Like EARQUAKE

If you enjoy listening to Tyler’s songs, then do check out the other similar songs:

• See You Again: is a dreamy love song about missing someone special. Soft vocals and gentle beats create a warm, romantic feeling.

• Gone, Gone / Thank You: This song discusses the pain of losing love and finding peace, blending sadness with hope in a soulful melody.

• Running Out of Time: expresses frustration in a failing relationship, with smooth rhythms and heartfelt lyrics that show the struggle to hold on.

• I Don’t Love You Anymore: Shows the path of moving on from heartbreak with calm beats and honest lyrics about letting go.

Awards for The Song

Here is the list of awards won by Tyler, the Creator, for the album IGOR:

Similar Artists Like Tyler

These artists, like Tyler, blend hip-hop with different genres, breaking creative boundaries and offering fresh sounds:

• Childish Gambino
  Genre: Hip-hop, Funk, R&B
  Top Album: Because the Internet
• Earl Sweatshirt
  Genre: Hip-hop, Experimental Rap
  Top Album: Some Rap Songs
• Kendrick Lamar
  Genre: Hip-hop, Conscious Rap
  Top Album: To Pimp a Butterfly
• Frank Ocean
  Genre: R&B, Alternative R&B
  Top Album: Blonde

Behind The Scenes

Frequently Asked Questions

Who Features on EARQUAKE?

Playboi Carti provides a guest verse, and Charlie Wilson contributes background vocals, though neither are credited as featured artists.

What is the Main Theme of EARQUAKE?

The song shows the emotional heartbreak of a relationship, comparing love’s impact to an earthquake’s disruptive force.

Did Tyler Originally Write This Song for Someone Else?

Yes, Tyler initially offered the song to Justin Bieber and Rihanna, but both declined it before he recorded it himself.