Cuco's initial musical endeavors commenced at the age of eight, when he practiced trumpet, guitar, keyboard, drums, bass guitar, mellophone, and French horn. In high school, he played in the marching band as well as the jazz band. After graduating, Banos uploaded a slide guitar cover of Sleep Walk by Santo & Johnny to YouTube. He began producing and releasing songs from his parents' home and releasing them onto Bandcamp and SoundCloud. In January 2015, Banos released his first EP on Bandcamp, titled Heavy Trip. In the same year, Banos had released his first song, "Yeah" on SoundCloud under the moniker of Heavy Trip. He then switched to Cuco, which was a nickname given to him by his mother as a child.
Transitioning from his psychedelic music phase as Heavy Trip between 2014 and 2015, he embarked on a creative shift, leaning into more pop-influenced compositions. His music is often classified under the genres of bedroom pop and alternative dream pop, characterized by synths, 808s, and washed-out analog sounds.
By the age of 18, Banos had self-produced his first mixtape "Wannabewithu" in 2016, after teaching himself how to use Ableton Live. Cuco released his second mixtape, "Songs4u" in 2017 when he started playing at clubs in Southern California, selling out his first two venues. Cuco released his first single "Lo Que Siento" in 2017, which has reached over 294 million streams on Spotify alone. Following the success of "Lo Que Siento," Cuco dropped out after a year of attending Santa Monica City College to pursue a career in music.
Cuco collaborated with American singer Clairo for the single "Drown", which was released in August 2018. He then collaborated with Polyphia on a track called "So Strange" off their album New Levels New Devils, which was released in October 2018. Cuco played alongside saxophonist Kenny G at Coachella in April 2018, as well as at Lollapalooza in October 2018. In February 2019, he collaborated with his childhood Chicano rap idols MC Magic and Lil Rob on a track called "Search". After a bidding war that lasted two years, Banos signed under Interscope Records in March 2019. On April 2, 2019, Cuco released "Hydrocodone," the lead single for Para Mi, before releasing "Bossa No Sé" with Jean Carter on May 22, 2019. Cuco later released his debut studio album, Para Mi, on July 26. The album touches on recent problems that Cuco has experienced first-hand, including a tour bus accident that sent him and his band to hospital. The album debuted at 94 on the US Charts.
On April 29, 2022, Cuco released "Caution" as the lead single from his sophomore studio album, Fantasy Gateway. On July 22, 2022, Fantasy Gateway was released via Interscope Records. The 12-track LP includes appearances from Kacey Musgraves, Adriel Favela, Bratty, and DannyLux. In 2023, he collaborated with The Marías on the song "Si Me Voy" released as a single. Delving into themes of self-discovery and personal transformation, the album was crafted in Mexico City, embracing a diverse range of sounds and collaborators.
Outside of his musical endeavors, Cuco also launched a streetwear clothing line known as Fantasy's Easy Living.
2. Cuco is an experimental rock trio from La Plata, Argentina.
Best Friend
Cuco Lyrics
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I'll always be your friend
Until my very death
I'll love you with my heart
And if this has to end
I'll have to understand
I know I've been quite dumb
But, baby, we're quite young
First things first, I'm sorry
I'll take the blame, it's on me
You were my little shorty
And I've been one big dummy
Forgive me
For being real stupid
Will you give me
A chance to just redo it?
I'm addicted to your love, but my brain been goin' nuts
I've been going crazy, going crazy, going crazy
Do you know (Do you know)
How it feels (How it feels)
To be a fiend (Be a fiend)
For someone (For someone)
That you love? (That you love?)
But to be (But to be)
Such a klutz (Such a klutz)
What the fuck? (What the fuck?)
Why you still with me, still beats me
But I'm thankful that you still see me
My brain is killing me and it eats me
I don't deserve you
No matter where you are
I'll always be your friend
Until my very death
I'll love you with my heart
And if this has to end
I'll have to understand
I know I've been quite dumb
But, baby, we're quite young
The song "Best Friend" by Cuco is all about the deep love and connection he has with his best friend. The song begins with Cuco promising his friend that he will always be there for them, no matter where they are. He goes on to say that he will love them until the end of his life and that he will love them with his whole heart. Cuco acknowledges that their friendship may come to an end someday, but he understands that this is just a part of life. He also admits that he has made mistakes in the past, but he hopes that his friend will forgive him.
As the song continues, Cuco apologizes for being a "big dummy" and taking his friend for granted. He asks for forgiveness and a chance to start fresh. Cuco admits that he is "addicted" to his friend's love, but his brain has been "going nuts". Despite the challenges, Cuco is grateful that his friend is still with him and sees him for who he truly is. In the end, Cuco reiterates his promise that he will always be there for his best friend, even if their friendship changes.
Overall, the song "Best Friend" is a powerful ode to friendship and the deep love that exists between close friends. It highlights the ups and downs of any relationship, but ultimately celebrates the unwavering bond between two people.
Line by Line Meaning
No matter where you are
No matter your location, I'll always be there for you
I'll always be your friend
I will remain your companion through thick and thin
Until my very death
Even after death, my love for you will continue
I'll love you with my heart
I will express my love for you from the depth of my heart
And if this has to end
In the event of a breakup, I will have to accept it
I'll have to understand
I will accept and comprehend the situation
I know I've been quite dumb
I am aware that I have made foolish mistakes
But, baby, we're quite young
We are young and have the ability to learn and grow together
First things first, I'm sorry
To begin with, I apologize
I'll take the blame, it's on me
I accept full responsibility for my actions
You were my little shorty
You were my significant other
And I've been one big dummy
I have acted foolishly and improperly
Forgive me
Please grant me forgiveness
For being real stupid
I acknowledge that I behaved in a foolish manner
Will you give me
Would you grant me
A chance to just redo it?
An opportunity to make amends and do things differently?
I'm addicted to your love, but my brain been goin' nuts
Your love has become an addiction, and my mind is struggling to cope
I've been going crazy, going crazy, going crazy
The situation has driven me to the edge of sanity
Do you know (Do you know)
Are you aware (Are you aware)
How it feels (How it feels)
What it feels like (What it feels like)
To be a fiend (Be a fiend)
To be desperately eager (To be desperately eager)
For someone (For someone)
For a significant other (For a significant other)
That you love? (That you love?)
Whom you love dearly? (Whom you love dearly?)
But to be (But to be)
Yet I am (Yet I am)
Such a klutz (Such a klutz)
So clumsy and foolish (So clumsy and foolish)
What the fuck? (What the fuck?)
What a mess! (What a mess!)
Why you still with me, still beats me
I am puzzled why you are still with me
But I'm thankful that you still see me
Nonetheless, I am grateful that you still acknowledge me
My brain is killing me and it eats me
My mind is tormented and consumes me
I don't deserve you
I am unworthy of you
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Omar Banos
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@destinytajonar3196
these are the lyrics :)
No matter where you are
I'll always be your friend
Until my very death
I’ll love you with my heart
And if this has to end
I'll have to understand
I know I've been quite dumb
But, baby, we’re quite young
First things first, I'm sorry
I'll take the blame, it's on me
You were my little shorty
And I've been one big dummy
Forgive me
For being real stupid
Will you give me
A chance to just redo it?
I'm addicted to your love, but my brain been goin' nuts
I've been going crazy, going crazy, going crazy
Do you know (Do you know)
How it feels (How it feels)
To be a fiend (Be a fiend)
For someone (For someone)
That you love? (That you love?)
But to be (But to be)
Such a klutz (Such a klutz)
What the fuck? (What the fuck?)
Why you still with me, still beats me
But I’m thankful that you still see me
My brain is killing me and it eats me
I don’t deserve you
No matter where you are
I'll always be your friend
Until my very death
I’ll love you with my heart
And if this has to end
I'll have to understand
I know I've been quite dumb
But, baby, we're quite young
@pkio2603
No matter where you are, I'll always be your friend
Until my very death, I’ll love you with my heart
And if this has to end, I'll have to understand
I know I've been quite dumb
But baby, we’re quite young
First things first, I'm sorry
I'll take the blame, It's on me
You were my little shorty and I've been one big dummy
Forgive me for being real stupid
Will you give me a chance to just redo it?
I'm addicted to your love, but my brain been goin' nuts
I've been going crazy, going crazy, going crazy
Do you know (Do you know) how it feels (How it feels)
To be a fiend (Be a fiend) for someone (For someone)
That you love (That you love)
But to be (But to be) such a klutz? (such a klutz)
What the fuck? (What the fuck?)
Why you still with me, still beats me
But I’m thankful that you still see me
My brain is killing me and it eats me
I don’t deserve you
No matter where you are, I'll always be your friend
Until my very death, I’ll love you with my heart
And if this has to end, I'll have to understand
I know I've been quite dumb
But baby, we're quite young
@bennyj4106
Who else listening to each new song at a time
@haunguyen9860
Me
@realistic9830
Me
@mikaloe79
:^)
@cristianleal502
Benito Juárez me
@nenaabdul2220
Benito Juárez me
@emilyvela7494
these songs making me fall in love w my best friend even harder
@eemptea
IT REALLY BE LIKE THAT !!
@henshi9474
Da is tuff..
@elifields275
I'm going to marry mine :) so lucky