Jesse Zero - Vocals Guitar and Programming
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Jesse Zero - Vocals Guitar and Programming
Paul T.- Bass and Vocals
Jadon Figz - Drums
The Bay Area has been a breeding ground for new ideas in music for years. Add the element of computing, and O.A.Z is born. Les Paul's and Marshall' s are crammed into PC's. Loops and Beats make you move. Thump Goes the Bass; the machine has taken control. Now the worlds of old and new collide, you are born again.
Part human, Part Machine, Ones and Zeros defines the dualistic world we live in. We all long for the organic life, but love the efficient digital world we created. Music is no different. The principals are always going to stay the same: Great songs with hooks and riffs that stick in your mind.
Now, while the things we are fed pacify the world, Ones and Zeros moves across the wires that link us all together.
Playing in front of thousands of fans over the past few years, opening for major rock acts like Velvet Revolver, Alice In Chains, Kiss, Poison, Creed, Seether, Papa Roach, Jerry Cantrell, George Thorogood, Kings X and Joe Satriani, has made OAZ a staple in the Bay Area rock scene. Reaching huge audiences with their M.L.S. All-Star game appearance on ABC, regional spots on the Vans Warped Tour, and performing at the Triple Crown of Snowboarding: OAZ has proven their ability to appeal to a wide range of audiences. Combined with help from radio stations like 92 KSJO, LIVE105, and Channel 104.9, as well as TV exposure on ESPN and 54321, plus critical acclaim in publications like Guitar One and Guitar Player magazines, OAZ has racked up respectable sales for their previous three full-length efforts, Chrome, Perception is, and Protocol. Their hard work both on the stage and in the studio has helped grow their strong and diverse fan base.
One Time
Ones and Zeros Lyrics
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Ain't help me up, they would pray for my down
I hope you keep that same energy when its my time cause, forgetting is not who i am
I guess that just who i am
They can still see who i am
I guess I should be the man
I guess i would be the man
Only Dad with no kids h*** wanna swallow the trend
Fangs on like Dracula, always in front of a lens
Soon as we racked it up, n**** start acting up
Now we not making amends
Crim della crim, aim at ya brim; Make you snap back to your sins
Im down on road and i got the load, 12 cant even guess what im in
I can not rest for a min
I can no stress when i'm in it
Ill feel so blessed when its finished
Theres no contest in this business
Theres no surprise when i'm winning
Hit ultra drive and i'm spinning
Don't think the sky is the limit
Infinite space ima get it, sorry baby yeah i need it
Why y'all keep cutting y'all grass for the snakes, y'all got rats in there squeaking
Walk with some force you can crease me
Naw i ain't folding
Giving yo main bitch the shoulder
Hop out the whip and i'm holding
N***** cant hold me
If you the wave, i'm the ocean
Bringing heat waves like i'm Erik Spoelstra
Ghost ride the rental, then let is start coasting
I promise lil baby i don't need to know ya, If i hit one time you'll leave it wide open
Yeah, i'm the n**** i'm never out spoken
Plug told me bag for him cause its like Kroger
Quarters and 3.5s to stay alive, Or work that 9-5 till you die
Living my life, can't let nothing control me
Euro around some shit like i'm Ginobili
Getting busy now i'm running outta time
I just had to take it up a extra notch"
"I'm going up one extra time
Im just tryna feel the night
Tell em kill the lights, cut the mic yeah
Diamonds come with sight, must i remind yeah"
The lyrics of "One Time" by Ones and Zeros are about the artist's journey towards success and how they have overcome the obstacles they faced. In the first verse, they describe being in a low point in their life, feeling like they were on all fours like a dog and no one was there to help them up. They hope that those around them will continue to support them when they achieve success because they want to stay true to themselves and not forget where they came from. The artist acknowledges that they are not perfect, but they are still the same person they were before their success. They also call out those who are only interested in them for their success.
The second verse of the song is about the artist's unlimited potential. They refuse to let anyone hold them back or control them, and will go as far as they need to achieve their goals. The artist compares themselves to waves in the ocean, suggesting that their impact cannot be contained or limited. The lyrics also reference drug dealing as a means of survival, and contrasts it with the monotony of a 9 to 5 job. The refrain of the song repeats the phrase "one time" as emphasis on their ability to succeed.
Line by Line Meaning
Down on all fours like a dog, i was out
I was in a vulnerable position, helpless and on the ground
Ain't help me up, they would pray for my down
Instead of offering help, some people wish for others to fail and continue to suffer
I hope you keep that same energy when its my time cause, forgetting is not who i am
When I'm successful, I hope you still support me and don't forget who I am
I guess that just who i am
My actions define me and shape my identity
They can still see who i am
Others can see through my actions and determine my true character
I guess I should be the man
I aspire to be a role model and positive influence in people's lives
I guess i would be the man
I have the potential to become a successful and respected figure
Only Dad with no kids h*** wanna swallow the trend
People are attracted to trends and will do anything to follow them, even if it doesn't make sense for their situation
I feel spectacular
I feel great and confident in myself and my abilities
Fangs on like Dracula, always in front of a lens
I stay in the public eye and have a predatory attitude like a vampire
Soon as we racked it up, n**** start acting up
When money is involved, people's behavior can become unpredictable and unstable
Now we not making amends
Relationships have been irreparably damaged due to past conflicts and disagreements
Crim della crim, aim at ya brim; Make you snap back to your sins
I am the best of the best and will take aim at your weak point, causing you to fall back into bad habits
Im down on road and i got the load, 12 cant even guess what im in
I am carrying something valuable and secretive, and can't risk getting caught by the police
I can not rest for a min
I can't relax or take a break, as my work and goals require constant progress and effort
I can no stress when i'm in it
I have to stay focused and not become overwhelmed by stress while working towards my goals
Ill feel so blessed when its finished
My hard work will pay off and I will be grateful for the end result
Theres no contest in this business
I am the best in my field and there is no competition
Theres no surprise when i'm winning
My success is expected and comes as no surprise due to my talent and effort
Hit ultra drive and i'm spinning
Once I put in maximum effort, I am propelled into great success and achievement
Don't think the sky is the limit
There are endless possibilities and potential for growth beyond what seems to be a limit
Infinite space ima get it, sorry baby yeah i need it
I will take advantage of all opportunities and achieve infinite success, regardless of how it may affect my personal relationships
Why y'all keep cutting y'all grass for the snakes, y'all got rats in there squeaking
People are wasting their time on meaningless tasks, and not noticing the real issues and problems festering in their environment
Walk with some force you can crease me
I am strong and resilient, and am not easily pushed around or broken
Naw i ain't folding
I won't back down or give up, even when faced with challenges and obstacles
Giving yo main bitch the shoulder
I am ignoring or avoiding someone's significant other or partner
Hop out the whip and i'm holding
I am getting out of the car or vehicle and am holding something valuable or dangerous
N***** cant hold me
People can't control or restrain me, as I am independent and self-reliant
If you the wave, i'm the ocean
Others may come and go, but I am a constant and powerful force to be reckoned with
Bringing heat waves like i'm Erik Spoelstra
I am causing a stir and making an impact, similar to how Erik Spoelstra coaches and leads his team
Ghost ride the rental, then let is start coasting
I am letting a car continue to move without a driver, while I enjoy the ride and experience
I promise lil baby i don't need to know ya, If i hit one time you'll leave it wide open
I don't need to have a deep or personal relationship with you, as I will still have a strong impact and influence through one interaction
Yeah, i'm the n**** i'm never out spoken
I am a strong and confident individual who isn't afraid to speak my mind and take control of situations
Plug told me bag for him cause its like Kroger
I was told to carry something valuable for someone else, as it's a common occurrence and expectation
Quarters and 3.5s to stay alive, Or work that 9-5 till you die
I have to make a choice between living dangerously and earning quick money, or working a regular job and living a safe, stable life
Living my life, can't let nothing control me
I refuse to let external factors or influences dictate or limit my life choices and decisions
Euro around some shit like i'm Ginobili
I am maneuvering or navigating around a difficult situation with skill and ease, similar to how Manu Ginobili plays basketball
Getting busy now i'm running outta time
I am busy and active, but also running out of time to achieve my goals and aspirations
I just had to take it up a extra notch
I had to put in additional effort and energy to achieve the level of success I desire
I'm going up one extra time
I am increasing my level of achievement and success incrementally, with each additional effort
Im just tryna feel the night
I am living in the moment and enjoying the present, without worrying about the past or future
Tell em kill the lights, cut the mic yeah
I want the lights to be turned off and microphones to be muted, so that I can focus and concentrate on my performance or situation
Diamonds come with sight, must i remind yeah
I am reminding people that with great success and achievement come great responsibility and expectations
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Written by: devin Leonard
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