… Read Full Bio ↴*Please note that Alexipharmic now makes music under the name Bodi*
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http://www.last.fm/music/Bodi
http://bodi.bandcamp.com
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http://www.elephantmemories.com
You can still download any of Alexipharmic's old material here:
http://alexipharmic.bandcamp.com
Much of Alexipharmic’s label debut, American Beauty, was written while on a 30 state, 10,000-mile road trip. Throughout the trek he carried a digital voice recorder, which he used to interview countless men, women, and children of all walks of life at each stop. Throughout the album’s 14 tracks, Alexipharmic weaves the broad spectrum of the stories he recorded on the road with his own, uniquely personal experiences. In addition, topics that are uncomfortable or taboo are constantly addressed, simply in an effort to encourage a more open dialogue. The result is an album that breathes with energy and ambition, and reflects the hopes, broken dreams, unity, division, optimism and voice of our current society through the eyes of the 24 year-old Pacific Northwest native.
Born and raised in Port Angeles, WA, before moving to Los Angeles, Alexipharmic immersed himself in the world of hip hop via YO! MTV Raps and cassettes of 2Pac, Nas, and Biggie, before picking up the pen at 13 and working to forge his own path. That journey has led him to slam poetry showcases at the famous Project Blowed, performances with musical icons Jurassic 5, Visionaries, One.Be.Lo, Sleep, Sweatshop Union, C-Rayz Walz, Vakill, and Grayskull, among others, and spearheading the national Save Darfur Tour. Behind all of the musical aspirations is a compulsion to use the music as something greater: to give back to the interwoven human condition. To that end, Alexipharmic has donated 50% of his musical proceeds to charity. To date, thousands have been raised for many worthy causes.
American Beauty marks the beginning of a movement. The album includes guest features from P.O.S. of Rhymesayers & Doomtree, Braille, Grynch, and Cas One, as well as immaculate production from MGI, Budo, Elliot B, DJ Figure, and Infekt. The album’s cover is a mosaic of indelible black and white pictures of homeless men and women from all across the country, joining together to make the face of America.
Sex
Alexipharmic Lyrics
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And ever since knew what I was destined to do
Little I knew - the porn industry's shady
Faked orgasms, women that could never have babies
And though my first kiss sucked
It was enough to pitch a tent and get my boxers in a bunch
And recess and lunch was the time to place trust
In your crush's best friend, almost always got you crushed
I just sat back as a fool lovin rhymin
Girls became whores and guys became pimps
Even though those pricks had nothing over six inch dicks
And ignorance ran amuck as teacher's backs turned
On girls that got fucked and disallowed them to learn
So in town they got stuck as their lives fires burned
And died into the night forced to watch the world turn
[Chorus:]
And sex is a beautiful, beautiful thing
Unless STD tests cloud up your dreams
And sex is a beautiful, beautiful thing
Lest we neglect repercussions that our actions may bring...
They say a girl's first time helps determine her future
A guy's first time makes him confident or neutered
Horror stories passed of getting off before getting on
And bustin inside only to find the condom gone
So there I was frozen, blood rushing out my head
Down to my other head at the site on my bed
Asking the little man in my pants to stay down
Which made it harder than a Catholic priest at a playground
I said to hell with it and got down to business
After two hours snowed more white stuff than Christmas
Didn't tell my friends not to try to be modest
That girl was my friend, to me she was a goddess
And if anything happened I would fight to the death
To protect her right to choose to introduce another breath
Into the world, when it's said that choice is the girl's
Who's a jewel more precious than diamonds or pearls
[Chorus x2]
The reason so many in our culture are perverse
Is cause we're told from birth to be sexual's a curse
Now we're introverted extroverts in taboo trysts
I'm not an expert on sex, but I'll still dispel the myths
Almost every dude adds 2 inches to his size
When he's asked in public, he don't want to hurt his pride
That's the same reason guys go and pimp their rides
Cause they despise men that don't compensate through lies
Society judges women's sex they can't hide
So implants abound, in an effort to disguise
What they're told they have to be, like a Hollywood actress
But really women who you are naturally
Is more beautiful than anything molded by plastic
True to yourself's the only thing you have to be
Guys are horny bastards, they'll assume you want sex
If you flaunt your breasts, so mind how you're dressed
Masturbations not a sin, kids your parents still make love
Because love's the most potent of all of nature's drugs
And parents, relax, you're your kid's right hand man
They love you as much as their right hand, man!
[Chorus]
The lyrics of Alexipharmic's song "Sex" delve deep into the complexities of human sexuality and tackles the underlying societal issues that surround it as well. The song starts off with the singer reminiscing about his first experience with sexual desire, how he was introduced to the world of pornography at a young age, and how he wished to be a part of it someday. However, he soon realizes the harsh realities of the industry and the exploitation that exists within it.
The song further explores various themes such as the stigma surrounding female sexuality, social pressure, and the importance of respecting one's choices. The singer speaks about the negative repercussions that can arise from engaging in sexual activities without proper knowledge and protection, highlighting the importance of practicing safe sex. He also touches upon subjects such as body image, self-acceptance, and the effects of societal conditioning on individuals.
Overall, the song is a brilliant commentary on the complex and often tumultuous relationship between man and sexuality. It urges people to recognize the faults within the system and work towards creating a more positive and accepting environment for all.
Contributed by Nathan L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.