Opio has appeared on all four Souls of Mischief albums, [all three] Hieroglyphics studio albums, and released his solo debut, Triangulation Station, in February, 2005 on the Hieroglyphics' own independent label, Hieroglyphics Imperium Recordings.One of his songs was on a heirocast episode called "Grassy Knoll" where he raps along with Planet Asia. - Wikipedia
Viva Main Vein!!!
Opio Lyrics
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[Opio]
Every-every-every new day it's a new routine
A new set of rules, new way to do things
Niggaz got plans, plots and schemes
So stay on your P's and Q's, stay on the scene
And don't dissapear, become a statistic
Mass potential, make mills, don't spend shit
Girls will say "oh he'll be a failure" (BITCH!)
Now I chill in Sydney, Australia (that's right)
Drinkin a lotta Sierra Nevada the hills there
Imported from the Golden State
When I flow then I roll and I'm holdin weight
Move the crowd like Moses with no mistakes
Mr. Earthquakes and aftershock shake
And I lived through the Kurtis Blow "Breaks"
As a minor in the O-A-K, keep raisin the stakes
And the stakes is high, so I pray for lye
[Chorus: x4]
It's in my brain, it's in my main vein
I won't falter, I maintain
[Opio]
Some walk paths that led to be a criminal
Me, myself, I chose to be original
Now I'm in the world and yo' cutty in prison
Man I feel for the cat cause it's real [?]
You must not-a seen "Bowling for Columbine"
Motherfuckers losin they mind, one at a time (one, one..)
Reachin for 9's and brandishing shotguns
Pull it out and pop one, vanish 'fore the cops come
Lucky for me, see I got options
When it comes to gun violence, I'm tryin to stop some
It's not Austin Powers or Mike Myers
It's real bosses, be cautious, you might die here
Don't get it twisted, I'm talkin 'bout the Ayatollah
Fire-holder type niggaz
My life has more worth than all that pullin on the trigger
Sound envigorating on tape but it's fake
[Chorus]
[Opio]
Just like the end of my bag and I'm stretchin my weed out
The pen and the pad professional, my speed-knot
Freeze thought need not be tested though
Some are soft as a testicle but rest assured
They got 20 bodyguards around 'em
With a vest and 4-4 magnum, to bag them up - when they clownin
We all seen Reagan get shot down on TV
So it ain't like the shit cain't happen, even if you strapped man
You better watch what you sayin - ain't playin
The song "Viva Main Vein" by Opio starts with a preacher's speech, and then Opio jumps in with a message about how every day brings new routines, rules, and ways of doing things. He urges people to stay aware of the people around them and not disappear, lest they become a statistic. He explains that girls might call someone a failure, but he personally has made it to Sydney, Australia, where he drinks Sierra Nevada and holds weight while moving the crowd. He notes that he lived through the Kurtis Blow "Breaks" as a minor in the O-A-K and keeps raising the stakes. However, he still prays for lye and acknowledges that the stakes are high.
Opio then goes on to discuss how some people choose paths that lead to criminal activity, whereas he chose to be original. He acknowledges that some of his peers are in prison, which makes him feel for them because it's "real." He references the documentary "Bowling for Columbine" and points out that people are losing their minds and reaching for guns, resulting in violence. Opio reveals that he has options when it comes to gun violence and that he's trying to stop it from happening. He clarifies that he's not talking about Austin Powers or Mike Myers, but rather the Ayatollah and fire-holder type people. He emphasizes that his life has more worth than all the people who pull the trigger and that the image of gun violence might sound invigorating on tape, but it's fake.
Overall, Opio's lyrics in "Viva Main Vein" convey a message of staying aware of the world around you and choosing the path that suits you best. He urges listeners to be cautious and mindful of gun violence and to recognize that their lives are valuable.
Line by Line Meaning
Every-every-every new day it's a new routine
Every day is a fresh start and requires a new routine to navigate successfully.
A new set of rules, new way to do things
Every day presents new challenges that require different approaches to overcome.
Niggaz got plans, plots and schemes
People always have their own agendas and motivations.
So stay on your P’s and Q’s, stay on the scene
Remain alert and vigilant, always paying attention to what's happening around you.
And don't disappear, become a statistic
Stay engaged and involved in life to avoid being lost or forgotten.
Mass potential, make mills, don't spend shit
Don't waste your potential on frivolous things; make money and invest in your future.
Girls will say 'oh he'll be a failure' (BITCH!)
Don't let anyone discourage you or bring you down because they don't believe in you.
Now I chill in Sydney, Australia (that's right)
I'm living my best life in a new place, where I can relax and enjoy myself.
Drinkin a lotta Sierra Nevada the hills there
I'm enjoying some good beer in a beautiful place.
Imported from the Golden State
The beer was brought in from California.
When I flow then I roll and I'm holdin weight
When I rap, I'm confident and impactful, like a heavyweight boxer.
Move the crowd like Moses with no mistakes
I can command a room and keep people engaged, like the biblical figure Moses.
Mr. Earthquakes and aftershock shake
I have a powerful presence that can rock people's world.
And I lived through the Kurtis Blow 'Breaks'
I survived and thrived through a popular hip hop era.
As a minor in the O-A-K, keep raisin the stakes
Growing up in Oakland, I learned to keep pushing myself to new heights.
And the stakes is high, so I pray for lye
The risks and rewards are great, so I pray for good fortune and success.
It's in my brain, it's in my main vein
My passion and drive are ingrained in me and are a part of who I am at my core.
I won't falter, I maintain
I won't give up or lose my focus; I'll keep pushing forward.
Some walk paths that led to be a criminal
Some people make bad choices that lead them down a criminal path.
Me, myself, I chose to be original
I chose to chart my own path and be true to myself.
Now I'm in the world and yo' cutty in prison
I'm living my life free while someone I know is in prison.
Man I feel for the cat cause it's real [?]
I have empathy for him because I know how hard it can be.
You must not-a seen 'Bowling for Columbine'
If you haven't seen this documentary, you don't understand how easily gun violence can happen.
Motherfuckers losin they mind, one at a time (one, one..)
People are losing their grip on reality and causing violence one at a time.
Reachin for 9's and brandishing shotguns
People are arming themselves with dangerous weapons.
Pull it out and pop one, vanish 'fore the cops come
They use these weapons to commit crimes and then flee before getting caught.
Lucky for me, see I got options
I have choices and resources to avoid getting caught up in gun violence.
When it comes to gun violence, I'm tryin to stop some
I'm looking for ways to prevent gun violence.
It's not Austin Powers or Mike Myers
This isn't a silly parody or joke; it's a serious problem.
It's real bosses, be cautious, you might die here
This is a life or death situation, and you need to be careful.
Don't get it twisted, I'm talkin 'bout the Ayatollah
I'm not talking about a fictional character; this is a real, serious issue.
Fire-holder type niggaz
People who carry guns and are willing to use them.
My life has more worth than all that pullin on the trigger
My life is worth more than the pointless violence caused by people who use guns irresponsibly.
Sound invigorating on tape but it's fake
Rapping about gun violence might sound exciting, but it's ultimately damaging and not worth it.
Just like the end of my bag and I'm stretchin my weed out
I'm making my weed last by using it sparingly.
The pen and the pad professional, my speed-knot
I'm skilled at writing and can do it quickly.
Freeze thought need not be tested though
I don't need to test my thoughts by acting on them recklessly.
Some are soft as a testicle but rest assured
Some people are weak and easily influenced, but I'm not one of them.
They got 20 bodyguards around 'em
Some people are so afraid for their safety that they require a large security presence.
With a vest and 4-4 magnum, to bag them up - when they clownin
Their security team is armed with serious weapons and is prepared to use them if necessary.
We all seen Reagan get shot down on TV
The world has seen high-profile assassinations before, and they can happen again.
So it ain't like the shit cain't happen, even if you strapped man
Even if you have a weapon, you're not necessarily safe from harm.
You better watch what you sayin - ain't playin
Be careful what you say and do because there can be serious consequences.
It's in my brain, it's in my main vein
My passion and drive are ingrained in me and are a part of who I am at my core.
I won't falter, I maintain
I won't give up or lose my focus; I'll keep pushing forward.
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