1) An Australian MC
2)… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists with the name 360.
1) An Australian MC
2) A ska band from Birmingham, England
3) A collaboration of Nuno dos Santos and Patrice Bäumel
1) When, in January this year, Acclaim magazine asked Australian hip-hop icon and ARIA nominee Phrase who his top five local emcees were, the usual names dropped from his mouth: Obese head honcho Pegz, Triple J favourite Urthboy… no great surprises. However, there was one name on the list without a release to his name, with no radio play, just an undeniable street buzz and a raw talent that has everyone from industry players to fans anxiously awaiting his next appearance behind a microphone. That name is 360.
The 21-year-old Melbourne emcee known as 360 (pronounced ‘three sixty’) has been a mainstay of Australia’s burgeoning hip-hop underground since 2004 when, as a fresh-faced 18-year-old, he debuted on the Terntable Jediz’ All Out War compilation alongside international heavyweights Celph Titled, John Doe and local icon Bias B.
Now – after years spent honing his craft in the studio (through collaborations with artists as diverse as California’s Okwerdz, Universal signee Ken Hell and electro-rap upstarts Alexx The Kidd) and on the live scene (alongside everyone from emo-hoppers Atmosphere to 90s icon Vanilla Ice) – 360 has re-emerged with his stunning debut solo album What You See Is What You Get. The album is earmarked for an early 2008 release through Soulmate Records.
From the first listen, it’s clear the time spent in development was worthwhile: What You See… marks the arrival of a bold new direction for Australian hip-hop, melding wicked wordplay, soulful harmonies, funky loops, live instrumentation and comedic brilliance into a truly potent rap concoction. At the helm, of course, is 360, whose instantly recognisable voice, youthful energy, poetic insight and playful lyricism command the full attention of the listener from first to last track.
“What I’m giving you/experience I’m living through/inspired by my own life and sh*t I listen to…”
Showing off the diversity of 360’s sound, the album’s two intended radio singles run the gamut between party hysterics and soulful honesty without missing a beat. ‘How Good?’ rides an addictive seventies funk loop and takes us on a tour of Melbourne’s notorious nightlife, deconstructing the city’s social sub-cultures with biting wit and absurdity. ‘Take Me For Granted’, meanwhile, is a plaintive acoustic ballad, with 360 lamenting lost love over a sparse guitar arrangement.
And let’s not forget the infamous ‘Mamma Mia’, a hilarious stalker’s anthem aimed fairly and squarely at Australia’s most famous tennis wife. The accompanying video garnered headlines in the Daily Telegraph, Herald Sun, Age, mX and received 8,000+ plays in its first week online!
Unlike so many modern hip-hop discs, guests on the album are kept to a minimum, allowing 360 to command the spotlight. The guests that do appear – including TZU bandleader Joelistics, Melodics frontman Jeremedy, soulful singer Oso and Australia’s most promising hip-hop newcomer Pez – function as an organic extension of the music, not a cheap grab at fame-by-assocation, and lend added spice to an already tasty dish.
Behind the boards, a variety of accomplished beatmakers – from hip-hop wunderkind M-Phazes to multi-instrumentalist Pataphysics to the aforementioned Joelistics – provide the perfect melodic canvas for 360’s colourful lyrical brushstrokes. TZU’s Count Bounce (one of the production masterminds behind Urthboy’s The Signal) lends extra flair on mixing and arrangement duties, while scratches come courtesy of 2007 Victorian DMC champion DJ A-Style.
As 360 himself says, “I know you’re excited but try and breathe and settle/check all these tracks and get to know me on a deeper level…”. So what are you waiting for?
2) 360 is made up of 8 musicians who have been together for quite a while, but have now been settled into their present incarnation for the last 2 years. They are a “live” band, bringing excitement to the stage and transmitting that to the audience, who never fail to pick it up and run with it for all they are worth. All their material is original – most of which is written by their guitar-playing singer Ross Lydon. First hearing is noted for the influence of reggae and ska to their music, but upon listening further, you quickly begin to realise that there is more. More melody, more catches and more rock.
Regulars on the live Midlands circuit, 360 have graced the stages of numerous festivals, including Glastobury 2008, Beach Break Live 2007 and 2008, Shambala, Big Green Gathering, The Vale and Eastern Haze. This year we have played Glastonbury and Beach Break Live again, and headlined at The Vale for a second time, and will be playing at Secret Garden Party, Bloom Festival and Field View festival. Our aim to break-out of only playing the Midland scene is coming to fruition, with gigs in London at the Half Moon, The Dublin Castle and The Hope and Anchor. Recent recording sessions with esteemed Midlands-based producers Gavin Monaghan (Editors, Kings of Leon, The Twang) and Bob Lamb (UB40, Ocean Colour Scene) have unlocked the undoubted potential within the band, giving the boys a platform on which to build, as they take the next steps on their musical journey… The results of the session with Gavin are available for you to hear on this site.
3) 360 is a collaboration between the two dj's Nuno dos Santos and Patrice Bäumel, they have their own club night in Theater de Kikker in Utrecht and Club Trouw in Amsterdam.
Boys Like You
360 Lyrics
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I need it, I need it. You can probably see it.
You probably think I'm gonna rip your heart to pieces.
Get you in the sheets, and hit it up and leave it
Believe me, believe me, you are gonna say my reputation proceeds me
Bet you got to be fair
Yo you might have heard about the numbers that I sleep with
That???s not all I am but at least there ain't no secrets
My mumma always told me puppa always warned me don't hang around with around boys like you
Teacher always told me never to be naughty, don't mess around with boys like you
If I had have listened wouldn't be in this position
If I had have listened wouldn't be in this position
If I had have listened wouldn't be in this position
If I had have listened wouldn't be in this position with you
Ay yo you've heard about me right
You???ve known that my rep's renowned
Your friends will tell you stay away because I've slept around
That???s how it works though, the word will get around
Back in the day it didn't faze me though
But lately it has kept me down
And though I brought it on myself
But I ain't mad about it
I kept count, but why the f*** did I brag about it
You know I'll admit it though my rep is deserved
But I'll be real I want to kill it, though cause having that rep is a curse
My last girl cheated on me with a close friend
That???s two relationships, I had to watch them both end
But see it messed with me, the two people I trusted most
I could shrug it off on drunkenness, but f*** them both
See that switched something inside of me
A beast came alive in me and started just eating away the pride in me
Because we're known to make mistakes and I've grown to make a change
I was different back then but now I ain't the same
Momma always told me poppa always warned me don't hang around with boys like you
Teacher always told me never to be naughty don't mess around with boys like you
If I had have listened wouldn't be in this position
If I had have listened wouldn't be in this position
If I had have listened wouldn't be in this position
If I had have listened wouldn't be in this position with you
I mean it, I mean it, I ain't trying to play around
I need it, I need it, you can probably see it
You'll probably think I'm gonna rip your heart to pieces
Get you in the sheets and hit it up and leave it
Believe it, believe me, you are gonna say my reputation proceeds it
But you got to be fair
Through you might have heard about the numbers that I sleep with
Yeah that may be true but it???s you I want to be with
Mumma always told me poppa always warned me don't hang around with boys like you
Teacher always told me never to be naughty don't mess around with boys like you
If I had have listened wouldn't be in this position
If I had have listened wouldn't be in this position
If I had have listened wouldn't be in this position
If I had have listened wouldn't be in this position with you
The lyrics of "Boys Like You" by 360 and Gossling explore the singer's desire for intimacy, despite his reputation of being a player. He admits to his past behavior, but wants to move beyond it and form a genuine connection with someone. The lyrics express his frustration with being judged solely on his past actions and highlights the impact it has had on his relationships. The chorus features the refrain of his mother and teacher warning him of the dangers of associating with "boys like you," but also acknowledges his responsibility in his current situation.
The verses illustrate the internal conflict the singer is experiencing, as he grapples with the consequences of his behavior and seeks to define himself beyond it. He acknowledges that his previous actions have hurt others, but also recognizes that there is more to him than just his reputation. The lyrics also touch on the difficulty of overcoming a negative image, as the singer wishes to be seen as more than just a player.
Overall, the lyrics of "Boys Like You" offer a nuanced exploration of the complexities of relationships and identity. It recognizes the impact of past behavior on present perceptions, but also acknowledges the desire for growth and change.
Line by Line Meaning
I mean it, I mean it I ain't tryin to play around.
I'm being serious and not just messing around.
I need it, I need it. You can probably see it.
I want you and it's probably obvious to you.
You probably think I'm gonna rip your heart to pieces.
You might assume I'll hurt you emotionally.
Get you in the sheets, and hit it up and leave it
Have sex with you and then leave.
Believe me, believe me, you are gonna say my reputation proceeds me
You'll hear about my past sexual partners and assume that's all there is to me.
Bet you got to be fair
You should give me a chance and not judge me solely on my reputation.
Yo you might have heard about the numbers that I sleep with
You may have heard that I've been with a lot of people.
That's not all I am but at least there ain't no secrets
I'm more than my sexual history but at least I'm honest about it.
My mumma always told me puppa always warned me don't hang around with around boys like you
My parents warned me to avoid guys like you.
Teacher always told me never to be naughty, don't mess around with boys like you
My teachers warned me not to be involved with guys like you.
If I had have listened wouldn't be in this position
If I had followed their advice, I wouldn't be in this current situation with you.
If I had have listened wouldn't be in this position with you
If I had followed their advice, I wouldn't be involved with you right now.
Ay yo you've heard about me right
You're familiar with my reputation, right?
You've known that my rep's renowned
You know that my reputation precedes me.
Your friends will tell you stay away because I've slept around
Your friends will advise you to avoid me because of my promiscuity.
That's how it works though, the word will get around
That's just how rumors and gossip work - they spread quickly.
Back in the day it didn't faze me though
In the past, I didn't care about my reputation.
But lately it has kept me down
Recently, my reputation has been affecting me negatively.
And though I brought it on myself
I acknowledge that my behavior led to my reputation.
But I ain't mad about it
I'm not angry or resentful about my reputation.
I kept count, but why the f*** did I brag about it
I kept track of my sexual partners, but I regret boasting about it.
You know I'll admit it though my rep is deserved
I'll admit that my reputation is accurate and deserved.
But I'll be real I want to kill it, though cause having that rep is a curse
To be honest, I want to change my reputation because it feels like a burden.
My last girl cheated on me with a close friend
My ex-girlfriend was unfaithful with someone I trusted.
That's two relationships, I had to watch them both end
I've been through two breakups because of infidelity.
See that switched something inside of me
That experience changed me in some way.
A beast came alive in me and started just eating away the pride in me
It awakened some anger or negative emotions inside me.
Because we're known to make mistakes and I've grown to make a change
We all make mistakes, but I've learned from mine and want to improve.
I was different back then but now I ain't the same
I've changed and grown as a person since my past behavior.
Yeah that may be true but it's you I want to be with
Although I've been with a lot of people, I'm interested in you specifically.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: KAELYN BEHR, BRAD PINTO, MATTHEW COLWELL, JACK REVENS, FRANCIS GEORGE JONES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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This song still has a place in my heart 10 years later
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@joshxmo it is nearly 11 years old
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Remember hearing this on the radio once and it’s been in my head ever since and makes me remember something I don’t remember?
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This song gives me a memory that I can't really remember .