Formerly recording under the name, Scipio, X.O. describes the transformation as a preparation for what can only be described as legendary - the necessary rebirth of a dying breed. “I figure it like this in the rap game, with the name X.O.; I have a bigger burden to prove. People grow, in whatever they do, whatever profession, and in life. So just like the industry’s seen Jay-Z reinvent himself from Jay-Z to Sean Carter to HOVA, psychologically it shows everybody a different part of the man like, ‘ok maybe this is another part, another face of the individual that they didn't get to see.’ There is more than one side to every human being. You have to recreate yourself every so often in the music game, in any industry I believe, in order to evolve. That just shows growth. Progress.”
After 5 years in the game, 5 mix tapes down, a 6 year association with The Game, and after catching the ears of and getting nods from rap icons: Snoop Dogg, Jay-Z, and Pharrell (who referred to X.O. as “one of the greats”), X.O.’s affiliation with Black Wall Street has resulted in a long overdue powerful and strategic alliance. A triple threat, this West Coast lyricist, Billboard chart topping songwriter, and student of theater has been pounding the pavement. The California native, got an early introduction to rap via writing poetry, an eerily similar start to another legend, Tupac Shakur, whose lyrics were anchored in prose roots. Under the backdrop of the drug and gang infested, streets of Los Angeles County, many did not survive the element, but X.O. has overcome overwhelming odds that were often against him. As a student of the game, he grew up listening to and studying a wide range of artists including: DJ Quik, Hieroglyphics, Rakim, LL Cool J, Nas, and Ice Cube.
Among the music community, X.O. is a musician and has respectfully worked with artists such as Juelz Santana, Trina, Raphael Saadiq, Teedra Moses, Kelly Rowland, The Game, MC8, Jon B, and Snoop Dogg – to name a few.
Currently, along with progressing his talent as a songwriter and artist, X.O. is recording his debut rap album, yet to be titled, when asked about his character - “I bring a different energy to the game. It goes beyond music. I’m a songwriter; I’m an artist that writes hip hop, R&B, and alternative. I’ve also been acting for the past 8 years. I am the complete package. It goes beyond killing on a record. I'm that next, new genre of hip hop, especially on the West. I’m not selling albums; I’m selling a way of life.”
All this to say on a stage, in front of a camera, or in the studio – X.O. is among the new wave of artists that has done it all. It only gets better. CUT!
Hometown
X.O. BWS Lyrics
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Excuses will only wear me down
The tension's tied tight stealing all the air
Which back will break first
Back will break first
We wont lay down
We wont lay down
Tonight
This one goes out to everybody's ears
Let's tame my doubt
We won't take for granted
The fact that we believe
And we can't be beat
My hometown's dreaming
Everything it makes sense
The lyrics of X.O. BWS's song Hometown describe a sense of urgency and tension surrounding the place where the rapper grew up. The phrase "my hometown's being circled by and by" suggests that there are outside forces closing in on the town, perhaps in the form of economic decline, environmental degradation, or social unrest. The line "excuses will only wear me down" implies that there may be a tendency to make excuses for the town's problems rather than take action to address them.
Throughout the song, X.O. BWS expresses a determination not to give up or give in, even in the face of difficult circumstances. The repeated refrain "we won't lay down, we won't lay down tonight" suggests a rallying cry for the people of the town to come together and stand strong. The lines "let's tame my doubt" and "we can't be beat" further reinforce this message of resilience and determination.
The final line "my hometown's dreaming, everything it makes sense" is somewhat ambiguous but could be interpreted as a hopeful message that despite the challenges facing the town, there is still a sense of purpose and direction that can be found.
Line by Line Meaning
My hometown's being circled by and by
My hometown is surrounded by external forces that threaten to harm it.
Excuses will only wear me down
Making excuses will only make me feel weaker and less capable.
The tension's tied tight stealing all the air
The high levels of tension are suffocating and make it difficult to breathe.
Which back will break first
There is a sense of impending collapse or failure, and it's uncertain which part will give in first.
Back will break first
This line is repeated for emphasis, highlighting the feeling that something is on the verge of breaking.
We wont lay down
We won't give up or give in.
We wont lay down
This line is repeated for emphasis, solidifying the determination not to surrender.
Tonight
The sense of determination is immediate and urgent.
This one goes out to everybody's ears
This song is intended for everyone to hear.
Let's tame my doubt
Let's address and control the self-doubt that can impede progress.
We won't take for granted
We won't overlook or underestimate the fact that we believe in ourselves.
The fact that we believe
Believing in ourselves is an essential aspect of success.
And we can't be beat
Despite the challenges and threats, we have the strength and determination to prevail.
My hometown's dreaming
My hometown has aspirations and ambitions.
Everything it makes sense
Despite the challenges and obstacles, there is still a sense of coherence and logic in the hometown's goals and dreams.
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