Like Him

"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.

"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

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.

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 becoming a popular sound on TikTok, despite not being released as a single.

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.

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.