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.
Meant to Do
360 Lyrics
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But I know I shouldn't stay the same.
I dunno what I want to do,
And I dunno what I want from you.
So I'm on my way looking for another one to get me through,
It's my bad if I met with you, when you left confused.
What the fuck am I meant to do,
What the fuck am I meant to do,
What the fuck am I meant to do, with you.
See you know the girl, yeah you know the type.
Though she doesn't know the world, but she knows a fight.
She wants a boyfriend now, go and have a closer look.
Talk about a bad choice, yo she wrote the book.
She's been talking to this guy for a while and he wants in,
But he's a nice guy, so she don't want him.
But why is it that the ones that are bad for you,
Always seem to be the ones she's attracted to
Yo it's the same shit, yo you have to chill.
You turn a small thing into a massive deal.
See you don't have to care but,
We have a good week and then it's back to square one.
In this life that you lead,
Most the time you just fight with the weak
Then you cry as the cycle repeats.
But you don't think it's a problem
I guess the first step is admitting you've got one.
What the fuck am I meant to do,
What the fuck am I meant to do, with you.
Yo I don't know who you are, where'd you come from
Why you getting so mad, where's the love gone
Why I feel like there's something that I've done wrong
And why I feel like you're someone I should run from
Hey yo it's endless,
Listen to me come on, I don't want to punch on.
I feel like I'm fighting myself with no gloves on.
Why is it that the ones that are bad for me,
Always seem to be the ones that are attracting me
Cause she love me she love me,
But why she always wanna fucking erupt me.
It's never me though trust me it must be you.
Cause you always turn nothing into something.
True, but you stay upset.
I can't count each and everyday I've left.
I give it 24 hours till we break up next.
But I guess it's all worth it for the make up sex.
I dunno what I want to change,
But I know I shouldn't stay the same.
I dunno what I want to do,
And I dunno what I want from you.
So I'm on my way looking for another one to get me through,
It's my bad if I met with you, when you left confused.
What the fuck am I meant to do, with you.
Living in the sex and the drugs and the rock and roll.
I'll admit it though I lost control.
I met a girl with a positive soul,
She regretted that she ever went and got involved.
Couldn't handle all the people talking,
I let them keep going and I keep ignoring.
I'm past those days always keeping score,
And I said it and I meant it, that ain't me no more.
They seen the lights and it's seen me exciting,
But see as time goes by it is blinding.
See I really really wanna meet wifey,
But the way that I'm living ain't likely.
Yea, being a rapper ain't getting me far.
I don't have a house or a pet or a car.
I'm 24 living in my parents' garage,
Safe to say that I'm off to a terrible start.
I dunno what I want to change,
But I know I shouldn't stay the same.
I dunno what I want to do,
And I dunno what I want from you.
So I'm on my way looking for another one to get me through,
It's my bad if I met with you, when you left confused.
What the fuck am I meant to do,
What the fuck am I meant to do, with you.
I dunno what I want to change,
But I know I shouldn't stay the same.
I dunno what I want to do,
And I dunno what I want from you.
So I'm on my way looking for another one to get me through, it's my bad,
What the fuck am I meant to do
The song "Meant to Do" by 360 is a contemplative, introspective song with a bittersweet tone. 360, whose real name is Matthew James Colwell, is an Australian rapper, and in the song, he reflects on his life choices and his relationships.
The song has three verses, with each one focusing on a different aspect of 360's life. In the first verse, he admits that he doesn't know what he wants to change but knows he shouldn't stay the same. He talks about looking for someone else to help him through his issues. The second verse focuses on a woman whom he describes as someone who might not understand the world she lives in but is always ready for a fight. He delves into her attraction to bad boys and her reluctance to be with someone kind, describing the cycle of her relationships. The third verse is the most personal, with 360 admitting that he has lost control and is struggling to find his place in the world. He reflects on his career as an artist and the sacrifices he has made to pursue his dreams.
The chorus, "What the fuck am I meant to do? What the fuck am I meant to do, with you?" speaks to the confusion and frustration that 360 feels in the face of life's challenges. The song ends on a note of uncertainty, as he repeats the question, "What the fuck am I meant to do?" as if to underscore his confusion.
Line by Line Meaning
I dunno what I want to change,
I am unsure of what I need to adjust or improve about myself.
But I know I shouldn't stay the same.
I understand that remaining stagnant and not making progress is not healthy or beneficial.
I dunno what I want to do,
I am unsure of what I aspire to achieve or pursue in life.
And I dunno what I want from you.
I am uncertain of what role or relationship I want you to have in my life.
So I'm on my way looking for another one to get me through,
I am searching for another person or thing to help me cope with my current situation.
It's my bad if I met with you, when you left confused.
I take full responsibility for any confusion or harm that has resulted from our encounter.
What the fuck am I meant to do,
I am feeling lost and uncertain about how to move forward.
See you know the girl, yeah you know the type.
I am describing a common type of woman that others may be familiar with.
Though she doesn't know the world, but she knows a fight.
She may lack knowledge or experience of the world, but she is argumentative and confrontational.
She wants a boyfriend now, go and have a closer look.
She is looking for a relationship and is currently seeking and considering potential partners.
Talk about a bad choice, yo she wrote the book.
She has a history of making poor decisions, and it is a familiar pattern for her.
She's been talking to this guy for a while and he wants in,
She has been communicating with a man who is interested in pursuing a relationship with her.
But he's a nice guy, so she don't want him.
She is not attracted to the man because he is kind and considerate, which she perceives as unexciting or uninteresting.
But why is it that the ones that are bad for you,
The people and things that are detrimental or harmful to us often hold a greater appeal or allure.
Always seem to be the ones she's attracted to
She is drawn to these negative influences and may even seek them out intentionally.
Yo it's the same shit, yo you have to chill.
This is a recurring pattern that needs to be recognized and addressed calmly.
You turn a small thing into a massive deal.
You have a tendency to blow insignificant issues out of proportion, causing unnecessary conflict and drama.
See you don't have to care but,
You are not obligated to be concerned, but it is important to be mindful of the impact your actions have on others.
We have a good week and then it's back to square one.
After a period of positive interaction or progress, the situation often regresses or resets to its original state.
In this life that you lead,
The way you live your life and the choices you make contribute to your current circumstances.
Most the time you just fight with the weak
You may feel empowered or justified by picking confrontations with those who are vulnerable or helpless.
Then you cry as the cycle repeats.
You become upset or emotional as this negative pattern continues to repeat itself.
But you don't think it's a problem
You may not recognize or acknowledge the severity of the situation or the negative impact it has on those involved.
I guess the first step is admitting you've got one.
Recognizing and admitting the existence of a problem is the first step towards making changes and improvements.
Yo I don't know who you are, where'd you come from
I am confused or uncertain about your identity and origin.
Why you getting so mad, where's the love gone
I am questioning why you are becoming angry or upset and wondering where the affection or connection between us has gone.
Why I feel like there's something that I've done wrong
I am experiencing guilt or self-blame for a perceived mistake or wrongdoing in our relationship.
And why I feel like you're someone I should run from
I am sensing danger or warning signs that make me feel like I should distance myself from you.
Hey yo it's endless,
This situation or conflict seems to be never-ending and persistent.
Listen to me come on, I don't want to punch on.
I am urging you to listen and not resort to physical altercations or violence.
I feel like I'm fighting myself with no gloves on.
I feel like I am struggling with an internal battle or conflict, and I am not properly equipped or prepared to handle it.
Cause she love me she love me,
Despite the issues and conflicts, she still loves me.
But why she always wanna fucking erupt me.
But she has a tendency to become explosive and hostile towards me.
It's never me though trust me it must be you.
I am denying responsibility and placing the blame on you for any negative behavior or conflict in our relationship.
Cause you always turn nothing into something.
You have a tendency to overreact or exaggerate and create bigger problems or conflicts out of nothing.
True, but you stay upset.
This may be true, but you still remain angry or upset regardless of who is at fault.
I can't count each and everyday I've left.
There have been too many instances where I have walked away or left the situation in an attempt to avoid or diffuse conflict.
I give it 24 hours till we break up next.
I predict that our relationship will not last much longer and will soon come to an end.
But I guess it's all worth it for the make up sex.
Despite the constant fighting and issues, the physical intimacy and reconciliation that follows makes it all seem worth it.
Living in the sex and the drugs and the rock and roll.
My current lifestyle involves excessive partying, substance abuse, and indulgence in various vices.
I'll admit it though I lost control.
I acknowledge that I have lost sight of what is important and have allowed myself to be consumed by these habits.
I met a girl with a positive soul,
I have met a woman who has a bright and optimistic outlook on life.
She regretted that she ever went and got involved.
She now regrets becoming involved with me and my reckless lifestyle.
Couldn't handle all the people talking,
She was unable to cope with the negative opinions or judgments from others regarding our relationship.
I let them keep going and I keep ignoring.
I have chosen to ignore the criticisms and instead continued to engage in my destructive habits.
I'm past those days always keeping score,
I have moved on from dwelling on the past and holding grudges.
And I said it and I meant it, that ain't me no more.
I am committed to changing my ways and leaving behind my old habits and behaviors.
They seen the lights and it's seen me exciting,
People are drawn to excitement and glamour, and I have become a symbol of that kind of lifestyle.
But see as time goes by it is blinding.
However, the more time that passes, the harder it becomes to see the negative consequences and drawbacks of that lifestyle.
See I really really wanna meet wifey,
Despite my current recklessness and instability, I still have a desire to settle down and find a committed partner for the long-term.
But the way that I'm living ain't likely.
However, my current lifestyle and habits do not make it seem likely that I will achieve that goal.
Yea, being a rapper ain't getting me far.
Despite my success as a musician, it is not necessarily leading me towards a stable or fulfilling future.
I don't have a house or a pet or a car.
I lack many of the traditional markers of success and stability in life.
I'm 24 living in my parents' garage,
I am currently living in a less-than-ideal situation, being financially dependent on my parents and lacking independence.
Safe to say that I'm off to a terrible start.
Overall, my current situation and choices have not set me up for success or stability in the future.
What the fuck am I meant to do, with you.
I am feeling overwhelmed and stuck in a complicated and confusing situation with you.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: KAELYN BEHR, MATTHEW COLWELL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Top Tier, much relatable 👍
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fuck this song is underrated
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I'm illuminatei2