While attending high school in Beaumont, Thomas began uploading music to YouTube under the names AyeTee and later Teezo Suave. He filmed early music videos in his high school, which received little attention, and produced songs for rappers in his city.
In 2016, he changed his stage name to Teezo Touchdown. Around this time, he began collaborating with musical collective CVKE Supply, who uploaded the music videos for his songs "Professional" Produced by Sammi Automatic, and "It Depends" Produced by Chase Raccs to YouTube in 2017. In 2018, he released two mixtapes on SoundCloud, titled The Example and Cover Boy.
On February 10, 2022, he began touring in the United States with fellow American rappers Tyler, the Creator, Vince Staples, and Colombian-American singer Kali Uchis on the Call Me If You Get Lost Tour, to support the release of Tyler, the Creator's album Call Me If You Get Lost, and also appearing on the song from the album "RunItUp". He also released the single "Handyman" with producer Kenny Beats. On March 6, 2021, his web series Watch Your Step premiered on Telfar TV, an online streaming platform created by American fashion label Telfar. The series is composed of sketch comedy shorts that promote Telfar products.
In January 2023, he was a non-credited feature on Lil Yachty's Let's Start Here track, "The Ride".
In July 2023, he was featured on Travis Scott's fourth album, Utopia. He appeared on track three, titled "Modern Jam". He, alongside many of the album's guest artists, was also featured in Scott's debut film, Circus Maximus, in which this song was played during several different scenes.
On September 8, 2023, he released his debut album, How Do You Sleep at Night?, with guest appearances from Janelle Monáe, Fousheé, and Isaiah Rusk. Teezo Touchdown was featured on Drake's album For All the Dogs on the tracks titled "Amen" and "7969 Santa" which was released on October 6, 2023, the latter of which he sings in the background, which may contribute to the fact that he is non-credited in "7969 Santa".
Thomas is influenced by '80s icons Rick James and Prince; as he told Pigeon and Planes, “What those artists are to me is a point of reference.” Thomas' music pulls influences from a variety of genres. Dazed has described Thomas as, "...a delightfully weird, genre-defying enigma who, without breaking a sweat, combines hip-hop, autotune, radio pop, country music, trap beats, emo-punk, acoustic arpeggios and whatever else is in his brain into infectious, digestible three-minute earworms." Thomas is now known for his prolific features, commonly greatly boosting the popularity of a track.
About his musical style, Thomas said, “I’m never chasing a sound because that would just be satire. Rather than trying to copy a sound, I look at what all this music represents: Why is rock tearing through these stadiums; how is rap tearing up the club; how is pop tearing up the charts? I’m still figuring all that out, but the energy of rock is always going to be in my music; it might not be guitar-led, but the intensity and urgency of rock will be there.”
Thomas directs all of his own videos, which are usually accompanied by promotional comedy skits and expansive promo campaigns, such as "Rid The Mid". He films most of his music videos and skits in front of a graffiti-covered garage in his home in Beaumont, Texas. The garage is continuously transformed based on the theming of the video; as Complex wrote, "In 'Rooting For You,' it’s the backdrop for a boyband of sports mascots. Meanwhile in 'Bad Enough', the garage is transformed into a football field complete with astroturf, bleachers, and a cheer squad." Pitchfork wrote, "Teezo has stirred more social media chatter for the six-inch nails stuck in his hair, or the black mesh tops and leather pants that make him look like he’s in a parody of an ’80s hair metal video than he has for any song."
Our Generation Music wrote that Thomas' image consists of, "nails in his hair, chain-linked necklaces, and eye-black fit for the football field". His managerial alter-ego, named Eugenius Hanes, wears a ginger wig and a cowboy hat. He is involved in high fashion, having previously modeled for Marc Jacobs, Balenciaga, Alyx, Moncler, and Telfar.
OK
Teezo TouchDown Lyrics
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I said, "Not yet, been really, really busy
But I promise I'ma see it when I can"
Life is a movie, bet you can't find bootlegged on someone's Reddit
My life is a movie where everybody' hand I shake ends up in the credits
My life is a joke, but you have to be really, really sick to get it
American Pie, would you rather die, or would you rather split it?
Where will you hide the body of lies that's standing in your way?
Uh-huh, okay
I'm gonna do it anyway
Uh-huh, okay
I'm gonna do it anyway
Alright, okay
I'm gonna do it anyway (I'm gonna do it anyway, I'm gonna do it anyway)
Middle of the winter, I feel like swimming
Middle of the summer, I wear a coat
Ride my bicycle on the highway
Sing a song with all the wrong
Don't you tell me how to sing
You didn't help me write the song
Why does anybody wanna sing along?
Sometimes, I wanna scream alone
Sometimes, I just wanna be
Subliminal, but that's not really up to me
Please stay out of my business
Everybody has their own company
You decide, in your bed tonight, or whatever it is you lay
Where will you hide the body of lies that's standing in your way?
Uh-huh, okay
I'm gonna do it anyway
Uh-huh, okay
I'm gonna do it anyway
Alright, okay
I'm gonna do it anyway (I'm gonna do it anyway, I'm gonna do it anyway)
In Teezo TouchDown's song "OK," the lyrics reflect an individual who is focused on living their life on their own terms and not conforming to societal expectations or the opinions of others. The opening verse highlights the singer's busy life and their desire to watch the new Spider-Man movie, emphasizing that they will do so in their own time. The metaphor of life as a movie is introduced, suggesting that the singer sees their life as a unique and personal story that cannot be replicated or captured by others.
The lyrics then delve into the singer's perception of their own life as a joke. However, they acknowledge that only those with a specific sense of humor can truly understand and appreciate it. This could be interpreted as a reflection of the singer's unique perspective on life, where they find solace and amusement in their own eccentricity.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the singer's determination to pursue their own path, regardless of the judgments or obstacles they may encounter. The repeated phrase "I'm gonna do it anyway" highlights their refusal to be influenced by others' opinions or interference in their life choices.
The second verse further explores the singer's independence and resistance to conformity. They express a desire to do things their own way, whether it's swimming in the winter or wearing a coat in the summer. The mention of riding a bicycle on the highway and singing a song with all the wrong chords demonstrates their inclination to defy conventions and challenge expectations.
The lyrics also touch upon the singer's frustration with others trying to dictate how they should live or express themselves. They assert that those who didn't contribute to creating their art have no right to tell them how to sing or demand their participation. This reinforces the idea that the singer values their autonomy and prefers to maintain control over their own creative process.
In summary, Teezo TouchDown's "OK" is a song that celebrates individuality and self-expression. The lyrics communicate a sense of defiance towards societal norms, emphasizing the singer's determination to live life on their own terms and to remain true to themselves.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Aaron Thomas, Jeremiah Raisen, Joe Kennedy, Justin Raisen
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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kierra_Mist
80 years later and this song remains a classic 🔥❤️
char
ITS FINALLY HERE!! THIS SONG IS AMAZING AND IM READY FOR THE REST OF THIS ALBUM! WE'RE ALL EARLY 😁🔧
Jess W.
EXACTLY FINALLY 🙌🙌🙌
Erik
I really thought I was listening to this in the middle of the night, but it doesn't matter because this album is good at every time you're listening to it ✍️🍷
Alanajbyjfg
So happy for you! It’s been amazing being able to listen to you.💛
Dot Warner
im literally gunna listen to this album today since it legit dropped last night!! I hope teezo becomes famous in the future!!!! he's defo up next
revengeiii
Teezo just changed the industry with this… 😮 the whole album is crazy
Jess W.
So happy for you Teezo!!! 🙌🖤☠️
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So proud of you Teez ‼️‼️‼️