Jimmy J. Aquino and Lola Landekic over at Art of the Title:

Ultimately, Lee’s decision for the titles was to forgo the white chalk, the crane, the actual Brooklyn locations, and the lighter side of summer that “Cool Jerk” represented. Instead, he opted for a colourful, animated typeface by former Columbia Records album art designer Art Sims and focused on the simmering tension and energy in Bedford-Stuyvesant — on a soundstage.

I love this movie, and this is a great breakdown of the fantastic opening credits.