Tyler, The Creator and Sexyy Red Applaud HBCU Band for Epic “Sticky” Rendition
The Jackson State University Sonic Boom of the South marching band brought their A-game during the Jackson State Tigers’ matchup against the Alabama State Hornets over the weekend. Their performance of “Sticky,” the hit collaboration between Tyler, The Creator and Sexyy Red, stunned audiences both in the stadium and online.
The band’s lively rendition of the CHROMAKOPIA track, which also features GloRilla and Lil Wayne, was a masterful adaptation that captured the energy and spirit of the original song. Clips of the performance quickly gained traction on social media, eliciting reactions from Tyler and Sexyy Red.
Tyler, who produced “Sticky,” was particularly moved, stating on Twitter:
“THIS IS WHY I MADE STICKY!!!!!! THIS IS WHY I ARRANGED IT THAT WAY. THIS BEAUTIFUL MY HEART IS FILLED.”
Sexyy Red was equally impressed, sharing her excitement:
“This so raw!!”
Their reactions highlight the impact of “Sticky,” not only as a chart-topping track but as a cultural phenomenon embraced by fans and performers alike.
Tyler’s Unstoppable Momentum with CHROMAKOPIA
The Sonic Boom of the South’s homage comes as Tyler, The Creator continues to dominate the music scene. His latest album, CHROMAKOPIA, has maintained its position atop the Billboard 200 chart for three consecutive weeks.
With over 560,000 equivalent album units sold in just three weeks, the album is on track for Gold certification by the RIAA. It debuted with a staggering 299,500 units despite being released on a Monday, breaking from the typical Friday release schedule.
The album has also delivered several chart-topping singles. “Sticky” recently climbed to number 10 on the Billboard Hot 100, joining other hits like “St. Chroma” and “Noid,” which debuted in the top 10 earlier this month.
A Celebration of Music and Culture
This moment underscores the unique synergy between hip-hop and HBCU marching bands, where artists’ work inspires electrifying live performances. For Tyler, hearing his arrangement come to life through the Sonic Boom of the South exemplifies the creative exchange between musicians and their audience.
As CHROMAKOPIA continues to set records, performances like this reinforce Tyler’s role as a visionary artist whose music resonates across diverse platforms and communities.
