Tyler Boy Sammy has begun 2026 by formally introducing his catalog with two releases that frame both his personal history and his direction moving forward. In December, the Warrensburg, Missouri–based rapper released Lake way Harbour, a seven-track EP that functions as a reflective portrait of loss, faith, and survival. Less than a month later, on January 13, 2026, he followed with the standalone single “No Sympathy.”
Released on December 18, 2025, Lake way Harbour takes its name from a real location. The title refers to a trailer park where Tyler Boy Sammy once lived, grounding the project in lived experience. In a recent interview discussing the release, he explained that the timing was intentional, noting that the EP was “dedicated…to my best friend, who died by suicide.” That context informs the record’s tone, which moves through grief, instability, and reflection.
Across the EP, Tyler Boy Sammy charts a progression both artistically and personally. Listening back, he identifies “growth” as the most noticeable shift, adding that he has developed “more empathy for people” and become “more grounded” in his sense of self. That evolution is reflected in his writing, which favors directness and emotional clarity.
Homelessness, in particular, shaped the emotional direction of the project. Tyler Boy Sammy has stated that “the hardship I’m battling right now — homelessness — shaped the emotional direction of this entire project.” That reality surfaces most directly on “Calling Me Home,” which he describes as the hardest track to write. The song addresses the loss of his mother, who passed away from COVID-19, and required multiple emotional revisits during its creation.
His regional background also informs the EP’s technical approach. Coming from Warrensburg, Missouri, he cites the influence of fast, precise lyricism popularized by artists like Tech N9ne, which pushed him to prioritize speed, delivery, and control.
Looking ahead, Tyler Boy Sammy views Lake way Harbour as a starting point rather than a conclusion. He has described it as a foundation, expressing hope that the project brings outreach, exposure, and a path out of ongoing hardship. Above all, he hopes listeners leave the EP understanding one defining element of his identity: “that I have a relationship with Jesus and that I’ve given my life to God.”
