Yonkers " is a song by American rapper and Odd Future leader Tyler , the Creator , released as the lead single from his debut studio album '' Goblin '' . It was produced by Tyler , the Creator . The single was released digitally on February 14 , 2011 . The song received controversy due to its violent lyrics and numerous " disses " , although it was critically acclaimed , landing on numerous year-end lists . Tyler also directed a music video for the single , which was also met with positive critical reception , giving Tyler the MTV Video Music Award for Best New Artist at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards . Numerous magazine publications noted " Yonkers " as Tyler , the Creator and Odd Future 's breakout song . The song was featured in the soundtrack to the video game '' Saints Row : The Third ''
2011 MTV Video Music Awards
2011 MTV Video Music Awards
Yonkers (song)