There are multiple artists that perform under the name 'Bones'.

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1. Elmo Kennedy O'Connor, an American rapper from Howell, Michigan.
2. A death metal band from Antwerp, Belgium.
3. A death metal band from Chicago.
4. Michael Miller, a punk infused delta blues performance artist.
5. An alias of Julien Skrobek, an experimental HNW artist from France.
6. An experimental rock band from Huntington Beach, CA.

1. Elmo Kennedy O'Connor, known professionally as Bones, is an American rapper from Howell, Michigan. He is notable for the frenetic pace at which he releases new music, including over 40 mix tapes and 88 music videos since 2011, and his resistance to signing with a major record label or charging money for his music despite significant popularity and label interest. Born to a mother who designed clothing and a father who was a web designer. His grandfather was actor Robert Culp. When Bones was 7 years old, his family moved to Howell, Michigan. When he was 16, he dropped out of high school and moved to Los Angeles where his brother, Elliott, had already been living.

He has collaborated on three tracks with Raider Klan member Eddy Baker, including “High”, “Delinquents”, and “PayPal” off of Bones's albums Saturn (2013), Creep (2013), and Garbage (2014). Bones also performs and collaborates often with Xavier Wulf and another former Raider Klan member Chris Travis. Bones is 1 of the 4 members in the collective Seshollowaterboyz, which consists of Him (Bones), Xavier Wulf, Chris Travis, and Eddy Baker.

In 2014, Bones self-released 5 mixtapes through his label TeamSesh, including Garbage, which received coverage and critical acclaim from notable publications including The Fader, Pigeons & Planes, and RESPECT.
Bones headlined a sold out show at the House of Blues in Los Angeles on March 4, 2015. and opened for Shlohmo at The Fonda Theatre in Los Angeles on May 7, 2015. The hook from Bones' song "Dirt" was featured in ASAP Rocky's "Canal St." on the 2015 At. Long. Last. ASAP album.

On September 17, 2015, Bones performed "Canal St." with ASAP Rocky on the Jimmy Kimmel Live! show but was cut from the TV broadcast. Videos of the performance were made available online. Bones and his manager Elliott O’Connor, who is also his brother, have both stated that major labels have shown interest in signing him but he has declined up to this point. According to Max Bell of LA Weekly, "interested labels wanted him to be their 'white rapper,' an artist along the lines of Mac Miller and Machine Gun Kelly. But Bones wasn't interested in being remade.

2. Bones are a death metal band from Belgium, with two releases on Bandcamp, and an EP "Gate Of Night" out soon on Blood Harvest Records. Lineup: Stef (guitars/vocals), Jeroen (lead guitars/vocals), Viktor (drums), Laurens (bass).

3. Bones are a 3-piece death metal punk band from Chicago, with two releases on Bandcamp and a third currently being recorded. Originally members of the 90s thrash band Usurper, Bones compromises of Joe Warlord (drums), Carcass Chris (guitar), and Jon Necromancer (bass & vox).

4. Part performance artist, part ego drenched rock star, Bones rips delta blues with punks intensity, and throws in a little stripper jazz for colour. With the delivery of a storefront preacher, The Man Named Bones (the alter ego of one Michael Miller) sings, screams and growls Sex, Drugs and Rock and Roll with tongue firmly in cheek. Armed with an upright bass, an electric guitar, a sampler and a drum machine, Bones is a one man blues/punk machine.

5. Bones was an untitled noise project released on the French static noise / HNW label Slow Death Music, believed to by Julien Skrobek.

Timeless
Bones Lyrics

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I think it's funny how they change up
Sesh dipped in diamonds, if you go blind then you could blame us
We hit the perfect spot without even aiming
Shit make me kek thinking about the basement now
No, you don't want to face me now, no, you cannot take the realm that I be in
Promise your ass cannot stand the heat, let alone actually stand to me
You're not even a man you see, boy I'ma show you how it is
How you don't finish school

How you ditch what you knew
Die for the first time and start again

Timeless, I gotta make it timeless
Everything I touch I got the touch that got 'em wilding

Timeless, I gotta make it timeless
Everything I touch I got the touch that got 'em wilding

When the circle's running again
Never could you get to us, could you get to us

When the circle's running again
Never could you get to us, could you get to us

Got that look up on your face like my time's coming soon
I just want to let you know you couldn't be further from the truth
And I hope you feel every syllable, I cannot sleep until I know that you know
That you are the worst shit around, I hope you go forever running around
Thinking that you're hard until you can finally realize
That false hopes scurry when you have to carry them

Timeless, I gotta make it timeless
Everything I touch I got the touch that got 'em wilding

Timeless, I gotta make it timeless
Everything I touch I got the touch that got 'em wilding

Timeless, timeless
Timeless

I am just so timeless
It's a shame that you can't see me

Overall Meaning

In the song "Timeless" by Bones, the lyrics depict themes of striving for greatness, individuality, and defiance against those who doubt the artist's abilities. The opening lines express a sense of amusement at how people change their opinions over time. The reference to "Sesh dipped in diamonds" suggests a level of luxury and opulence associated with the artist's lifestyle, possibly hinting at success and wealth. The line "We hit the perfect spot without even aiming" suggests a natural talent or instinct for achieving success effortlessly.

As the lyrics progress, there is a defiance towards those who underestimate the artist. The mention of the basement evokes a sense of nostalgia or reflection on the past, possibly alluding to humble beginnings or a place of self-discovery. The artist challenges anyone who tries to face them, asserting their dominance and superiority. The lyrics convey a sense of self-assurance and strength, with the artist confidently asserting their power and influence.

The repeated refrain of "Timeless, I gotta make it timeless" emphasizes the artist's desire to create a lasting impact with their work. The mention of having the touch that "got 'em wilding" suggests a charismatic and influential presence that captivates and excites others. The imagery of a circle running again signifies the cyclical nature of life and the artist's resilience in the face of challenges.

The final verses of the song address critics or doubters directly, dismissing their doubts and asserting the artist's eternal relevance. The artist challenges the listener to recognize their greatness and warns against underestimating their talent. The repeated emphasis on timelessness and being "so timeless" reflects a desire for enduring legacy and influence. Overall, the lyrics of "Timeless" convey a sense of confidence, defiance, and the relentless pursuit of success and recognition in the face of adversity.

Line by Line Meaning

I think it's funny how they change up
It amuses me how quickly people switch sides

Sesh dipped in diamonds, if you go blind then you could blame us
Our lifestyle is flashy, if it blinds you, don't point fingers at us

We hit the perfect spot without even aiming
We achieved success effortlessly

Shit make me kek thinking about the basement now
Reminiscing about the humble beginnings makes me laugh

No, you don't want to face me now, no, you cannot take the realm that I be in
You're not ready for me, you can't handle the level I'm at

Promise your ass cannot stand the heat, let alone actually stand to me
You can't handle the pressure, let alone compete with me

You're not even a man you see, boy I'ma show you how it is
You lack maturity, I'll make you see the reality

How you don't finish school
Your lack of education

How you ditch what you knew
Abandoning what you once believed in

Die for the first time and start again
Experiencing failure and then trying again

Got that look up on your face like my time's coming soon
You seem confident, but your success is far off

I just want to let you know you couldn't be further from the truth
You are completely wrong in your assumptions

And I hope you feel every syllable, I cannot sleep until I know that you know
I want you to understand every word I say, it keeps me awake until you do

That you are the worst shit around, I hope you go forever running around
You are insignificant and I hope you stay lost in your own delusions

Thinking that you're hard until you can finally realize
Believing you're tough until you face reality

That false hopes scurry when you have to carry them
When faced with challenges, your illusions disappear

Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Elmo O'Connor, Unknown Writer

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