Bastard (Tyler, the Creator album)

Bastard is the debut studio album by the American rapper and producer Tyler, the Creator. The album, an alternative hip-hop and horrorcore record, was recorded from 2008 to 2009. It was self-produced by Tyler, the Creator, and self-released free of charge on December 25, 2009, on his group Odd Future's Tumblr page. The album features guest appearances from various fellow Odd Future members, including Casey Veggies, Hodgy Beats, Syd the Kyd, Domo Genesis, Earl Sweatshirt, Brandun DeShay, Mike G, Jasper Dolphin, and Taco. Upon its release, the album was positively received by music critics, and made several best-of lists, including Pitchfork's "100 Greatest Hip-Hop Albums of All Time" list.

Bastard was supported by four singles: "Pigs Fly", "Jack and the Beanstalk", "Seven", and "VCR". "VCR", "Bastard" & "French!" received official music videos.