Alongside Ghostie, KiddBeatz, and the late Loboloki, Sybyr is a co-founder of the Anti-World collective—formerly WeirdCLVN and Weird Melodicians—a music collective founded upon social outsiders “expressing abnormality through music,” as Chase explained inside a September 2014 interview with GOLD BUSHIDO. In a September 2018 interview with All Def Music, Sybyr described the concept of Anti-World to be “a place where no fuckery is allowed.”
Sybyr’s clothing preferences and appearance are oftentimes met with backlash due to his defiance of gender norms. Chase can be seen sporting high-heels, lipstick, nail polish, and platform boots inside social media posts—stylistic choices that have been a cemented part of his persona since June 2016.
Sybyr’s discography is extensive, with over fifty bodies-of-work self-released since July 2012. Sybyr would publicly debut as MacXVII, releasing his fully-instrumental record, Space Trips. It would take nearly two years before Chase would experiment with vocals, releasing his loose single, “1449,” in April 2014.
On June 4, 2017, Sybyr was reported missing by many of his associates—he was last seen on June 2, 2017, inside Commerce City, Denver. On June 12, 2017, it was stated that he had been found and was safe. Unbeknownst to fans of the Maryland artist, Chase was spending time inside behavioral facilities and hospitals, which he detailed inside a September 2018 HAM Radio interview with All Def Music
Following Chase’s leave from the psychiatric ward on July 12, 2017, he decided to change his alias from Syringe to Sybhyr, first announced via a Facebook post. Chase later switched his pseudonym to Sybyr on July 16, 2017. Being homonymic with cyber, the Sybyr alias seemingly has roots from Sybyr’s childhood, where he routinely spent time on the internet.
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Darker Than Lit
SYBYR Lyrics
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Barely got the speech together verbal on a limbo
Going through the tide, plateau on a raft vibe
Plume clouds in the distance, like a storm ride
Pour a little wine in a glass, while its high time
Talking sunrise, not drinking in the midnight
Hating being off, leftfield got its downside
Marinating in it, 20/20 vision hindsight
Took a lot of voices in of what I'm off bout
Now he double talking echo talking what he talking bout
Double back a lot, here Bro, take a chill now
Need to fuckin write this shit, I'm in a brain lock
Sitting in a room on hold, get ya bag blocked
Buddy ol pal this cycle ever vicious
Need to drink water, ice teas with hibiscus
Making all this art, knock hard when it's show time
Gotta step it harder, keep it going while it's prime time
Some fans hate-they ain't fans let em joke though
Keep it pretty simple, young legend still want more
Got to a nice point, that means work more
Settle if yuu Want, suffer later in the payload
Not playing games anymore, not a pun though
Take a smooth break when the year's getting paid for
I don't talk much less yuu need a lot of info
Crabs in a bucket everywhere that ya go though
Free shit free shit
Till ya don't need shit
I'm bout a episode away from pissing it
Fuck all them uppers chillin wit my sedatives
Sneaky plotters sprinkle shit inna swisher
This what they want?
Chuckle n snicker
I'm darker than others
They want my position
Darker Than Lit
Yall on my dick
Thought I was Messy forever like shit
Darker Than Lit
They on my dick
Know that this crank
They Throwing a fit
The lyrics to Sybyr's song "Darker Than Lit" explore themes of struggle, self-reflection, and the pressures of fame. The opening lines suggest a feeling of being misunderstood and not being able to properly articulate one's thoughts. The reference to being "barely got the speech together" and "verbal on a limbo" suggests a sense of internal chaos and difficulty in expressing oneself.
The following lines depict a journey through difficult times, represented by the metaphor of being on a raft in a turbulent tide. The mention of "plume clouds in the distance, like a storm ride" further emphasizes the sense of impending darkness and turmoil. The lyrics also touch on the concept of hindsight, acknowledging the mistakes and regrets that come with it.
The second verse explores the struggle of balancing different aspects of life. The line "Nigga wouldn't dribble rather hum a lot n throw chairs" suggests a preference for creative expression over conformity. The singer seems to be overwhelmed by conflicting voices and the need to find clarity amidst the chaos.
The chorus, "Darker Than Lit," implies a sense of being different or standing out from the crowd. The singer's unique perspective and position seem to attract both fans and haters. The line "Not playing games anymore, not a pun though" suggests a determination to assert oneself and not be taken lightly.
In summary, "Darker Than Lit" delves into the struggles of self-expression, balancing different aspects of life, and the pressures that come with fame. The lyrics convey a sense of introspection, defiance, and the desire to be understood in a world that can be both supportive and antagonistic.
Line by Line Meaning
Sound ungrate, nough speaking for the schizo
Expressing a lack of appreciation, struggling to articulate thoughts due to a split personality
Barely got the speech together verbal on a limbo
Difficulty in forming coherent sentences, feeling uncertain and stuck in a state of verbal limbo
Going through the tide, plateau on a raft vibe
Navigating through challenging situations, feeling stagnant but remaining afloat like a raft
Plume clouds in the distance, like a storm ride
Seeing trouble ahead, like distant storm clouds indicating impending chaos
Pour a little wine in a glass, while its high time
Taking a moment to relax and indulge in pleasures during a time of opportunity
Talking sunrise, not drinking in the midnight
Choosing to focus on new beginnings and positive experiences instead of dwelling in negativity
Hating being off, leftfield got its downside
Disliking feeling out of place, acknowledging the drawbacks of being unconventional
Marinating in it, 20/20 vision hindsight
Fully immersing oneself in the situation, gaining clarity and understanding in retrospect
Nigga wouldn't dribble rather hum a lot n throw chairs
Preferring to express oneself through other means like humming and throwing chairs instead of following the norm
Took a lot of voices in of what I'm off bout
Receiving varied opinions and perspectives about one's unconventional choices
Now he double talking echo talking what he talking bout
Engaging in contradictory and repetitive speech, struggling to convey the intended message
Double back a lot, here Bro, take a chill now
Reflecting on past actions frequently, suggesting a need for relaxation and calmness
Need to fuckin write this shit, I'm in a brain lock
Feeling mentally blocked and frustrated, expressing a desire to overcome the creative obstacle
Sitting in a room on hold, get ya bag blocked
Passively waiting for opportunities, hindered from progressing due to external factors
Buddy ol pal this cycle ever vicious
Addressing a never-ending, unforgiving cycle of challenges and obstacles
Need to drink water, ice teas with hibiscus
Recognizing the importance of self-care, specifically hydration with refreshing beverages
Making all this art, knock hard when it's show time
Creating meaningful artistic work, exerting great effort and dedication when it's time to perform
Gotta step it harder, keep it going while it's prime time
Need to increase the level of intensity and continue pushing forward during a time of great potential
Some fans hate-they ain't fans let em joke though
Acknowledging the presence of fans who criticize, dismissing them as not true supporters and allowing them to make jokes
Keep it pretty simple, young legend still want more
Choosing to maintain a straightforward approach, while still aspiring for greater achievements as a young and talented individual
Got to a nice point, that means work more
Reaching a satisfactory level of success, understanding that it requires even more effort and dedication to progress further
Settle if yuu Want, suffer later in the payload
Deciding to accept a less ambitious path, knowing that it will result in future hardships and consequences
Not playing games anymore, not a pun though
No longer engaging in trivial matters or wordplay, emphasizing the seriousness of the situation
Take a smooth break when the year's getting paid for
Taking a well-deserved break during a prosperous period, when financial compensation is being received
I don't talk much less yuu need a lot of info
Preferring to communicate minimally unless a significant amount of information is required
Crabs in a bucket everywhere that ya go though
Encountering individuals who try to bring others down and hinder their progress, just like crabs in a bucket
Free shit free shit
Receiving things for free
Till ya don't need shit
Until the point where one no longer requires anything for free
I'm bout a episode away from pissing it
Being on the edge of losing control and making significant mistakes
Fuck all them uppers chillin wit my sedatives
Rejecting the influence of energetic individuals, preferring to relax and take sedatives
Sneaky plotters sprinkle shit inna swisher
Deceptive individuals subtly introduce negative elements into a situation
This what they want? Chuckle n snicker
Questioning if the current state or behavior is what others desire, observing their amusement and mocking laughter
I'm darker than others
Having a darker or more unconventional mindset compared to others
They want my position
Others desire to be in the same position or achieve the same level of success
Darker Than Lit
Feeling more intense or uniquely different compared to the norm
Yall on my dick
Others showing excessive attention and admiration
Thought I was Messy forever like shit
Believing that one would forever be involved in messy situations, similar to the singer Messy
They on my dick
Continued excessive attention and admiration from others
Know that this crank
Being aware that the energy and intensity is real
They Throwing a fit
Others becoming upset or jealous due to one's success or unique nature
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Written by: Chase Cauthen
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