Eventually taken in by his uncle, Fashawn spent his teenage years calling First & Shields Ave in Fresno, California his home. Here is where he would find skating, the distractions of the streets, and the pursuance of his music career to be more rewarding than school. Yet, he had a constant thirst for knowledge that extended beyond the streets, so he became an avid reader with an affinity towards non-fiction and motivational books.
In 2006, Fashawn released his first mixtape, “Grizzly City”. Catching the attention of fellow Fresno emcee, Planet Asia, Fashawn was invited to go on the road with him. Knowing this was a chance of a lifetime; the then 17-year-old emcee dropped out of school to follow his dreams and has never looked back.
Since then he’s had the honor of working with two of the Mid-West’s premier DJs, Mick Boogie and Terry Urban on the Orisue clothing sponsored “One Shot One Kill” mixtape, and with Hip-Hop internet heavyweights OnSmash.com and NahRight.com on his “Higher Learning” mixtape. Both efforts garnered him nationwide recognition.
Fashawn has also been fortunate enough to work in the studio with DJ Muggs, DJ Khalil, Evidence, The Alchemist, Aloe Blacc, U-N-I, and Planet Asia, as well as on the stage with The Roots.
Recognized as a leader in Central California's hip hop scene, steering a vibrant pack of young artists with his innovative style and originality in his music, Fashawn is more than ready to take on the world with his debut album Boy Meets World. Produced entirely by Los Angeles native Exile, “’Boy Meets World’ is just a story about a kid growing up,” explains Fashawn. “It’s my story, it’s very honest, it’s very in depth. So whatever you thought you knew about me, listen to this and you’ll really get a good look at who I am. It’s going to be classic.” FRY ONE
The Beginning
Fashawn Lyrics
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So bright
Can teach the blind how to read and write
I'm on a path divine
Craft the rhyme like a graff design, make the masses mine
Empty a magazine like a glass of wine
Just a matter of time
Before the doctors at the 'spital have to stitch them up
The understanding of power
You get fifteen minutes to be the man of the hour
So I plan to stack a ton of loot
And that's the doubletruth, my jacket bubblegoose
In the winter just to hide the heater
Spit out an acapella like it's Aquafina
Got the spirit of a leader and lyrics by the liter
Dripping out the speaker, nigga
Thirsty as the day I took my first breath
Back like I never left
From the start to the ending
I pick up from where you finish
At last I welcome you to the beginning
(Where should I begin)
The beginning
(Flow H20)
The beginning
(Flow H20) (Where should I begin)
The beginning
(Flow H20)
The beginning
At last this the beginning
The beginning, the beginning, the beginning, the beginning
I'm only human but
Admit I got animal tendencies
Malevolent, probably turn your man to a memory
I dare one of you amateurs mention me
Remote control how I channel my energy
Shooting dice over persian rugs
I'm the reason they raised the price up on certain drugs
My only outlet
Was to find the plug that I respected
Connect to supply the thugs
Where should I begin
Well lets start at the end
I made alot of money but never made amends
Friends turned foes
Foes turned friends
My whole world turned to one wicked whirlwind
But, lets go back to the beginning
Before I lost my innocence, started jacking with my henchman
I was trying to cath the rhythm
Just trying to find a pocket
For all of these paragraphs just pouring out my noggin
Thirsty as the day I took my first breath
Back like I never left
From the start to the ending
I pick up from where you finish
At last I welcome you to the beginning
(Where should I begin)
The beginning
(Flow H20)
The beginning
(Flow H20) (Where should I begin)
The beginning
(Flow H20)
The beginning
At last this the beginning
The beginning, the beginning, the beginning, the beginning
In Fashawn's song "The Beginning", he boasts about his intellectual prowess, comparing his speed of thought to the speed of light, and suggesting that he can teach the blind how to read and write. Fashawn is aware of his own power and the potential he has to influence others with his music, as he raps, "Craft the rhyme like a graff design, make the masses mine." He also recognizes the fleeting nature of fame, acknowledging that "you get fifteen minutes to be the man of the hour."
Fashawn discusses his own personal journey and the struggles he faced on his way to success. He expresses regret about not making amends with people he may have hurt along the way and laments the loss of innocence he experienced before he "started jacking with [his] henchman." Ultimately, Fashawn asserts his determination to succeed and thrive in the music industry, proclaiming that he is "back like [he] never left."
Overall, "The Beginning" is a powerful and introspective track that showcases Fashawn's lyrical talent and his ability to reflect on his own experiences and emotional journey.
Line by Line Meaning
My thoughts travel by the speed of light
My ideas are so quick and brilliant that they move at the speed of light
So bright
My ideas are also extremely vivid and illuminating
Can teach the blind how to read and write
My thoughts are so enlightening that even those who are blind can learn from me
I'm on a path divine
I am following a holy, righteous path in my life
Craft the rhyme like a graff design, make the masses mine
I skillfully create my rap lyrics like an artist making a graffiti design to attract and impress a large audience
Empty a magazine like a glass of wine
I can shoot a lot of bullets quickly, just like I can empty a glass of wine
Just a matter of time
It's inevitable that my enemies will eventually suffer the consequences of their actions against me
Before the doctors at the 'spital have to stitch them up
My opponents will be so beaten and wounded that they will need medical attention and stitches
Be a victim of the little nigga with the biggest nuts
My small size and confidence can intimidate and overpower my enemies
The understanding of power
I have a deep understanding and respect for the concept of power
You get fifteen minutes to be the man of the hour
In life, you only get a brief moment to be the center of attention and make an impact
So I plan to stack a ton of loot
I am focused on accumulating a large amount of money
And that's the doubletruth, my jacket bubblegoose
My words are both true and meaningful, while my jacket is warm and stylish
In the winter just to hide the heater
I wear my bubblegoose jacket in the winter to conceal my gun
Spit out an acapella like it's Aquafina
I can rap without music like it's second nature or as easy as drinking a bottle of water
Got the spirit of a leader and lyrics by the liter
My words are powerful and inspiring, and I have the charisma of a great leader
Dripping out the speaker, nigga
My music is coming out of the artists with such force and passion
I'm only human but
Although I am just a mortal being,
Admit I got animal tendencies
I acknowledge that I have an aggressive, wild side to my personality
Malevolent, probably turn your man to a memory
I have a cruel and harmful nature that can result in hurting or even killing someone
I dare one of you amateurs mention me
I challenge any inexperienced or unskilled rappers to try and compare themselves to me
Remote control how I channel my energy
I have complete control over how I use my energy and power
Shooting dice over persian rugs
I am playing a gambling game while sitting on luxurious Persian rugs
I'm the reason they raised the price up on certain drugs
I have so much influence and power in the drug market that prices have been raised because of me
My only outlet
In my life, my only escape or release is
Was to find the plug that I respected
To connect with a trustworthy, reliable source for drugs
Connect to supply the thugs
This source allows me to provide and sell drugs to criminals
Well lets start at the end
To begin my story, let's start at the point of my downfall
I made alot of money but never made amends
Despite becoming wealthy, I never made peace with those whom I wronged
Friends turned foes
People whom I was close to became my enemies
Foes turned friends
And those who were once my enemies later became my allies
My whole world turned to one wicked whirlwind
My entire life became chaotic and twisted
Before I lost my innocence, started jacking with my henchman
Before I became corrupted and started getting involved in criminal activity with my accomplices
I was trying to catch the rhythm
Before I got caught up in the drama, I was just trying to find my place in the music world
Just trying to find a pocket
I was attempting to find my unique style and place in the music industry
For all of these paragraphs just pouring out my noggin
For all of the lyrics and ideas that were constantly flowing out of my mind and onto paper
At last I welcome you to the beginning
Finally, I invite you to start listening and experiencing the start of my story and journey
(Where should I begin)
A rhetorical question that prompts the listener to wonder where my story should start
(Flow H20)
A reference to my rapping style, which is as fluid and natural as water flowing
(Where should I begin)
Continuing the rhetorical questioning of my story's starting point
(Flow H20)
Reiterating that my rapping delivery is smooth and effortless as flowing water
At last this the beginning
Once again affirming that this is where my story and journey truly begin
The beginning, the beginning, the beginning, the beginning
Repeating the idea and theme of starting anew and beginning fresh
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@graj5909
559 has super deep hip hop roots. being that many of ras kass's greatest hits were made in corcoran state prison in the heart of the valley. Planet Asia is a god of Mc'ing greatest out the west, from west frez.and a young new flower in Fashawn climbing his way up.
@fredrockojeda8802
"my thoughts travel at the speed of light, so bright, can teach the blind to read and write" Goes hard
@vett4z405
I wish more people realized how gifted fashawn is with the bars he super underrated always drop heat🔥🔥🔥
@planestrainsandautomobile6651
Vett 4z ....... DAMMMMMMM I WISH THIS BROTHERS ALBUM HAD, "MAJOR PUSH"!!!!! BIG LABLE MONEY. WEST COST KNOWLEDGE THUMBS UP 🖒
@davidleasterlingjr2038
No fuckin doubt!👊
@enriqueangulo5277
@@planestrainsandautomobile6651 you figured he would being signed to Nas and all
@foodforthought872
@@enriqueangulo5277 - I wonder if its because he is from Fresno a smaller market. Because if he was from NY, they would be going Crazy over him with his word play.
@enriqueangulo5277
@@foodforthought872 Not sure but Planet Asia also doesn't get the credit he deserves and he is a monster as well.
@Oldschoolrap91
I just discovered this guy and after litening to couple of his tunes he already in my top 20...couple days and mixtapes and those two official albums later he's now in my top 10.....can't stop listening to him
@eduardoibarra2344
first time listening to this guy.. now im a fan.. 🔥🔥