"Best Interest" is a song by the American rapper Tyler, the Creator. It was first released on December 23, 2019 as a music video, before being released to streaming services on January 25, 2020. The song contains a sample of "Bless You With My Love" by Heaven Sent & Ecstasy.
Background
On December 23, 2019, Tyler, the Creator released the music video of "Best Interest" alongside his song "Group B" via YouTube. According to him, "Best Interest" was an unfinished track that he originally recorded for his album Igor.[1] "Best Interest" and "Group B" were both released to streaming services on January 25, 2020.[2][3]
Composition
The song uses a soulful groove and sample, with production consisting of horns, strings, xylophone and piano with occasional synthesizers and "loosely jazz drumming".[1][4][5][6] It has been described as having 1950's and 1960's "soul-esque sounds that characterized the majority of Igor".[7] In regard to his performance, Tyler, the Creator croons in a high-pitched tone[4][5][6][8][9] before transitioning to rapping in monotone, raspy vocals halfway through the song.[4][5][6][9] Lyrically, he reflects on a secret relationship[10] and its troubles.[8]
Critical reception
Bianca Gracie of Billboard commented "the soulful piano-laden melodies of 'Best Interest' would've fit in perfectly with Igor's captivating and romantic themes."[6] Noah C. of HotNewHipHop wrote of the song, "While the song may not be mixed and mastered, it sounds complete."[11]
Music video
The music video was filmed by Wyatt Navarro. It sees Tyler, the Creator cruising through a marsh and swamp with friends in a boat on a sunny day.[10] Tyler revealed on Twitter that the video was shot without preparation: "was on a boat, told the homie to just start filming, I was lip syncing to no music, was surprised when it synced up perfectly".[12]
