The name S.O.T.O. stands for a couple of different things. Sons Of The Orient being one of them, reflecting the members’ Asian ethnicity. All of the members are of Asian descent; Rob is Filipino-American, and Drew is Japanese-African American.
Each member of S.O.T.O. is unique and brings his own style to make up this creative new sound. Rob’s ultra on-point lead vocals give the group a distinctive original sound and a definite edge over the competition. Drew’s rhymes stay right in pocket and are sure to keep heads nodding uncontrollably. Also, S.O.T.O. members are very talented writers as well as musicians {Rob plays the acoustic guitar}.
As it can easily be heard on each song, S.O.T.O.’s innovative offerings bridge the gaps between the worlds of Hip-Hop, R&B, Pop, and all forms of music worldwide. Whether it’s the edgy up tempo 1st single “Cruisin”, the super sexy "Automatic", the soon-to-be classic acoustic ballad “All That I Can Say”, or the energetic club banger "Be My Girl”, S.O.T.O. enters the music game challenging traditional musical conventions and blazing trails for other Asian and ethnic musical groups to follow.
AND THE GAME WILL NEVER BE THE SAME AGAIN.....
Automatic
S.O.T.O. Lyrics
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Phase back just like my
Waves yea stay out my
Way jack oh yea yea
Pays back don’t always
Phase back just like my
Waves yea stay out my
Way jack oh yea yea
Ray man, my glass no
Ray-Ban, I cook with
A pan, I know some
Gay man, hitta’s not
A fan, Dutch got a
Great plan, I want some
Great fans, oh yea yea
Pays back don’t always
Phase back just like my
Waves yea stay out my
Way jack oh yea yea
Pays back don’t always
Phase back just like my
Waves yea stay out my
Way jack oh yea yea
The lyrics of S.O.T.O.'s song Automatic seem to criticize those who believe in getting revenge or payback for past wrongs. The repetitive use of the phrase "pays back don’t always phase back just like my waves" suggests the idea that the repercussions or consequences of one's actions may not always be immediate, and may come back at a later time, just like waves in the ocean. The singer seems to be urging others to stay out of his way and not interfere in his business, warning them to beware of the consequences of their actions.
The mention of Ray-Ban glasses and cooking with a pan seem to be a reference to a luxurious lifestyle, possibly suggesting that the singer does not have to resort to acts of revenge as he is able to live a comfortable and fulfilling life without it. The use of the phrase "I know some gay man hitta’s not a fan" seems to be a statement about the acceptance of homosexuality or the LGBTQ+ community, as well as a suggestion that the singer does not concern himself with the opinions of others.
Overall, the lyrics seem to convey the message that it is better to let go of past wrongs, focus on oneself, and let karma take its course.
Line by Line Meaning
Pays back don’t always
Just because you owe someone something doesn't mean they'll pay you back in return.
Phase back just like my
Things often change unexpectedly or without warning, just like the phases of the moon, which are ever-changing.
Waves yea stay out my
The singer wants others to keep their distance, like waves in the ocean that come and go.
Way jack oh yea yea
The artist is asserting their independence and telling others to stay out of their path.
Hey man, get hit with
The artist is warning someone to be careful, as they're about to be hit with something.
Ray man, my glass no
The singer refers to their glasses, but not a brand name like Ray-Ban.
Ray-Ban, I cook with
The singer is uninterested in name brands and focuses on more practical things like cooking.
A pan, I know some
The artist knows people who may not approve of their lifestyle, but they don't care.
Gay man, hitta’s not
Despite potentially facing judgment, the artist doesn't let other people's opinions stop them from being true to themselves.
A fan, Dutch got a
The artist likes having supporters, and the Dutch (possibly a reference to a friend or collaborator) has a good plan.
Great plan, I want some
The singer is interested in being a part of this plan.
Great fans, oh yea yea
The artist wants more people to appreciate and enjoy their music.
Pays back don’t always
Once again, the singer emphasizes that just because someone owes them something doesn't mean they'll get it back in return.
Phase back just like my
The ever-changing nature of life continues, and things can shift rapidly and without warning.
Waves yea stay out my
The singer wants others to keep their distance, as they remain in control like the ebb and flow of ocean waves.
Way jack oh yea yea
Once again, the artist asserts their independence and tells others to stay out of their way.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Ekene Onoh
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Mike B
This was a well done video, many thanks.
At one time those Desotos were feared and respected.
A friend of my dad named Bob Cherry had a pilots license. There is a long, straight stretch of road east of the town of Gotham, WI. HONEST. It's state highway 14 and there is 10 miles of straight away from Lone Rock, WI heading west to Gotham. My dads friend had a Desoto with the big engine and he loved to run it wide open. That stretch of Highway 14 was a most tempting place to let that engine howl. And howl it did, right past a state trooper hiding in the trees. By the time the trooper got moving the Desoto was barely visible. It got further ahead until the trooper lost sight of it. The trooper knew it was a black and gold car so even though he didn't get the license it was a rare car in that part of the woods. Only someone with a good income would buy one. There is a nice restaurant in Gotham and Bob Cherry planned to stop there for the good home cooked meals. He had no idea there was a trooper after him. He sat down and ordered his meal before the trooper got there. The trooper went in and asked, "Who owns the Desoto out there?"
Bob waved his arm to get the troopers eye.
The trooper said, "You were going mighty fast out there let me see your pilots license".
So Bob showed it to him. LOL
The trooper blew his top, starting talking really loud, telling Bob he was going to write all kinds of tickets. He did too, seems like it was five or six. The trooper left in a huff and Bob calmly finished his meal. He personally knew all the staff and a couple of the customers. So he arranged for them to be at the court date. The trooper told his story to the judge about the reckless manner and high speed he witnessed. Then it was Bob's turn.
"Your honor, I was sitting in a restaurant eating a meal when this trooper came in and accused me of speeding and reckless driving. He was very angry but he got even louder and ruder after I showed him my license. Your honor, he asked for my pilots license so I did as he asked and that was when he got crazy angry and wrote all these extra tickets. These people in the court heard the whole thing and will testify if need be".
The judge looked at the trooper. "Did you maintain sight of the car at all times?"
"No your honor the maniac was going too fast."
Judge asked, "Did you really ask for his pilots license?"
Trooper hung his head and answered, "Yes".
Judge looked at the people in the audience who were shaking their head yes.
Judge said, "Case dismissed."
I still laugh just remembering that story. I forgot it till I saw this youtube!
When management tried to increase production by speeding up the assembly line they hurt the quality because most factories didn't have the room to add extra workers. What they should have done was add some Saturdays or go to two ten hour shifts.
I worked at the Belvidere, IL assembly plant. At one time we were building 70 Dodge Omnis per hour. But that plant had the room to add more workers. Each job was simplified so the worker had less to do but the cars went by fast. To increase floor space all bathrooms and offices were put up on stilts above the line. The joke became, "Don't sneeze or you'll miss a whole car". It only takes one year of problems to kill the trust in a vehicle. That trust may never come back no matter how hard you try. That was part of what killed the Desoto, but the recession added to the problems as well. During that recession our humble little PLymouth sat in the driveway on blocks to protect the tires. We had no money for gas so it sat. Mom and dad walked everywhere. We snared rabbits in the back yard and dug a garden with hand tools to survive. There was no work to be had for at least a whole year, almost two. So of course people didn't have the courage to buy a new car when the old one still worked.
The Desoto was a grand auto, it was well loved by most people who owned one. Now when I see one at a car show, I feel a bit of excitement just knowing someone saved it from the junk yard.
TB12
As a 16 year old teenager, my step-dad passed away and my mother gave me his car. It was a 1960 Fireflight. I love that car still to this day It made me feel special. What a great car.
Russel Baird
I had a1947 2 door coupe I bought from a friend . Flat head 6 in line , black in color , 4 speed fluid drive transmission . Had 2 shops in town that could work on it . I had a great time with that car , took it everywhere . Kind of miss it today .
Pete's Taint
@James Ring agreed! Love De Sotos.
Pete's Taint
Awesome! 👍
Love the smell of race fuel in the mornin
The design of the airflow, was another incredible out of the box innovation that Chrysler has always known for and way ahead of their time. Ironically, Europeans loved it and used the design in creating their vehicles from that point on. Desoto's are some of the coolest automobiles ever manufactured, and am a big fan 👍🏼 🇺🇸
Ken Sturm
@James Slick Ok, I'm 55 and said that because most people don't know it was Hitler's car for the people. He built the Autobahn and got Deutschland out of the depression. And no I didn't Google either, and know all about the GDR day's my fianceé lives in Berlin and went through the scheisse with the reds. Her mother went to prison for trying to get her daughter out of the east and got caught. Germany went through hell over 40 years after the bombs stopped! Tschüss
James Slick
@Ken Sturm My man, I am 60 years old and knew this WELL KNOWN bit of automotive history decades before Google existed.
Ken Sturm
@James Slick Good work Google
James Slick
@Oscuros Tatra also sued Volkswagen and the Beetle was even MORE of a copy of the Tatra as the drive train design was also used.
James Slick
@Ken Sturm Ferdinand Porsche, A Nazi, Under contract with another Nazi named Adolf Hitler using a design stolen from Tatra.