The Insane True Story of Days Before Rodeo

Volksgeist
31 Aug 202417:37

Summary

TLDRTravis Scott's journey from an aspiring rapper to a cultural phenomenon is chronicled, highlighting his early mixtapes 'Days Before Rodeo' as the raw and influential work that laid the foundation for his future success. The script delves into Scott's struggle with poverty, family expectations, and the risks he took to chase his dreams. It also explores the impact of his music on the trap genre, featuring collaborations with producers like Metro Boomin and Mike Dean, and artists like Young Thug and Migos. The narrative culminates with the mixtape's role in shaping the future of hip-hop and Scott's rise to fame.

Takeaways

  • 🎤 Travis Scott is recognized as one of the most successful rappers in terms of monetizing his fame, with a significant cultural impact through his music, collaborations, and brand deals.
  • 🍔 His McDonald's meal, drink brand, and other ventures have contributed to his status as a cultural icon, extending beyond music into lifestyle and fashion.
  • 🌐 Travis Scott's 'Astroworld' album was a cultural phenomenon, reflecting his ability to stay relevant in the mainstream for extended periods.
  • 🔥 'Days Before Rodeo' is considered by many fans as the raw and authentic representation of Travis Scott's music, showcasing his early talent before mainstream success.
  • 🏆 Despite his later success, Travis Scott's early mixtapes are highly regarded for their energy, quality, and the rawness that some fans believe was lost in his later, more commercial work.
  • 🎓 Travis Scott's journey to stardom was not straightforward; he faced challenges and took risks, including leaving college to pursue his rap career against his family's wishes.
  • 💸 Financial struggles were a significant part of Travis Scott's early career, as he moved to New York and then Los Angeles, living on couches and relying on the generosity of others.
  • 🚀 A pivotal moment in Travis Scott's career was a phone call from Kanye West, which led to opportunities that significantly boosted his profile in the music industry.
  • 🤝 Collaborations with notable producers and artists were instrumental in shaping Travis Scott's sound and the success of 'Days Before Rodeo', including contributions from Mike Dean, Wondergirl, Metro Boomin, and others.
  • 🔝 The mixtape 'Days Before Rodeo' is seen as a landmark in trap music, influencing the sound of mainstream rap and setting the stage for Travis Scott's future success.
  • 🌟 The featured artists on 'Days Before Rodeo', such as Young Thug and Migos, delivered memorable verses that contributed to the mixtape's legacy and their own rising fame.

Q & A

  • What is Travis Scott's ranking among all-time most streamed rappers?

    -Travis Scott is the third most streamed rapper of all time.

  • What significant cultural phenomenon is associated with Travis Scott's album 'Astroworld'?

    -Astroworld was an inescapably huge cultural phenomenon that stayed in the mainstream for years.

  • Why do some fans consider Travis Scott's early mixtapes as his best work?

    -Some fans believe that Travis Scott's early mixtapes represent his music in its rawest, most real, and pure form, which they feel was lost in his later stadium-designed albums.

  • What was the turning point in Travis Scott's career that led to his success?

    -Travis Scott's career took a significant turn when he received a phone call to meet Kanye West in New York, which led to opportunities like producing on Yeezus and working on Cruel Summer.

  • How did Travis Scott's family initially react to his decision to pursue a career in music?

    -Travis Scott's family was determined to push him towards a more stable career path and were not supportive of his initial pursuit of music, even cutting him off financially when they discovered he was using money meant for school to chase his rap career.

  • What was the name of the mixtape that Travis Scott released before 'Rodeo' and what is its significance?

    -The mixtape released before 'Rodeo' was 'Days Before Rodeo'. It is significant because it is considered by many fans as the most true version of his music, showcasing his sound in a raw and pure way.

  • Which producers played a significant role in shaping the sound of 'Days Before Rodeo'?

    -Producers like Mike Dean, Wondergirl, Metro Boomin, Southside, Lex Luger, and more contributed to the sound of 'Days Before Rodeo'.

  • How did 'Days Before Rodeo' influence the future of trap music?

    -'Days Before Rodeo' is considered Ground Zero for the wave of trap music that took over the mainstream, influencing the sound of mainstream rap and setting the standard for an entire wave of artists.

  • What was the state of Travis Scott's career before the release of 'Days Before Rodeo'?

    -Before 'Days Before Rodeo', Travis Scott was struggling financially, sleeping on couches, and was largely unknown in the industry.

  • How did Travis Scott's early life and struggles reflect in his music?

    -Travis Scott's early struggles, including being broke and cut off from his family, translated into the raw and aggressive energy found in his music, particularly in 'Days Before Rodeo'.

Outlines

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🎤 Travis Scott's Early Struggles and Meteoric Rise

Travis Scott, recognized as the third most streamed rapper globally, has achieved monumental success through collaborations with McDonald's, Nike, and Fortnite, among others. Despite his current fame, his early career was marked by a series of mixtapes that his fans consider his best work for their raw energy and quality. These early projects, particularly 'Days Before Rodeo,' are seen as a purer expression of his music compared to his later stadium-designed albums. Travis's journey began in Houston, Texas, with a family background in academia and a personal dream of becoming a doctor. However, his true passion for music led him to forsake a stable career for the uncertain path of rapping. After a failed start in New York and a subsequent move to LA, Travis faced financial struggles and family estrangement. Yet, his determination paid off when Kanye West took notice, leading to opportunities that significantly boosted his career.

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🎵 The Making of 'Days Before Rodeo' and Its Impact

The creation of 'Days Before Rodeo' was a collaborative effort involving several renowned producers like Mike Dean, Wondergirl, Metro Boomin, Southside, Lex Luger, and more. Each brought unique skills to refine Travis's sound, contributing to tracks like 'Drugs You Should Try It,' 'Skyfall,' and 'Zombies.' The mixtape's dark, atmospheric, and moody sound was a departure from mainstream music at the time, setting a new standard for trap music. Notable features from artists like Young Thug and Migos, who were not yet household names, added to the mixtape's authenticity and hunger, showcasing some of their best work to date. 'Days Before Rodeo' became a cult classic, influencing the future of hip-hop and solidifying Travis Scott's reputation as an innovative artist.

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🌐 The Cultural Shift and Legacy of 'Days Before Rodeo'

Travis Scott's 'Days Before Rodeo' didn't just drop; it detonated, sending shockwaves through the music industry. The mixtape's dark, mysterious, and cool sound, characterized by distorted vocals, atmospheric beats, and a slower pace, became the template for mainstream rap in the years that followed. Despite not being the first trap mixtape, it was a perfect blend of Houston's sound, Southern rap influences, and mainstream diversity, predicting the future of the genre. The project's success was a testament to the hunger and determination of Travis and his collaborators, who were all looking to prove themselves. The mixtape's influence extended to live performances, with Travis's concerts becoming known for their intense energy and chaos, setting a new standard for what a rap concert could be.

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🎬 Exploring the Future of Music and Creativity with Nebula

The documentary 'Danger Music' explores the wild side of live music, delving into stories of wild and violent concerts, a theme that resonates with Travis Scott's own performances. The documentary is part of a broader effort on the Nebula platform, co-founded by the video script's author, to create high-quality, interesting content beyond traditional media's constraints. Nebula is a hub for creators to produce original content, such as documentaries, travel game shows, and even movies, all with the aim of pushing the boundaries of entertainment. The platform offers a space for creators to grow, with better production values and more substantial storytelling, making it an exciting frontier for innovative content creation.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Travis Scott

Travis Scott is a central figure in the video, an American rapper, singer, and songwriter known for his significant impact on the music industry. The video discusses his journey from being a relatively unknown artist to becoming one of the most successful rappers, particularly highlighting his early work and the cultural phenomenon of his album 'Astroworld'. His success is attributed to various ventures such as collaborations with brands like McDonald's and Nike, as well as his music's resonance with fans.

💡Mixtapes

Mixtapes are a form of musical release, often used by artists to showcase their work and gain recognition before signing with a record label or releasing official albums. In the context of the video, Travis Scott's mixtapes, especially 'Days Before Rodeo', are highlighted as pivotal to his early success and are considered by fans to be some of his best work due to their raw and authentic representation of his musical style.

💡Cultural Phenomenon

A cultural phenomenon refers to an event, trend, or social behavior that is widely popular or influential within a culture. The video uses this term to describe the impact of Travis Scott's 'Astroworld' album, suggesting that it was not only a commercial success but also had a profound effect on the culture, being inescapable and pervasive in the mainstream for an extended period.

💡Monetizing Fame

Monetizing fame involves leveraging an individual's popularity and public image to generate revenue. The video discusses how Travis Scott capitalized on his fame through various means such as branded meals with McDonald's, collaborations with Nike on shoe deals, and partnerships with Fortnite, demonstrating the diverse ways artists can monetize their public image beyond music sales.

💡Trap Music

Trap music is a subgenre of hip hop that originated in the Southern United States, characterized by its use of 808 kick drums, fast hi-hats, and lyrical content often reflecting the harsh realities of street life. The video positions Travis Scott as a significant figure in the evolution of trap music, particularly through his mixtape 'Days Before Rodeo', which is noted for its influence on the genre's mainstream adoption.

💡Rodeo

In the video, 'Rodeo' refers to Travis Scott's second studio album, which was a turning point in his career, marking his transition from an underground artist to a mainstream star. The album's success is indicative of Scott's ability to create music that resonates with a wide audience and further establishes his identity in the rap industry.

💡Producers

Producers play a crucial role in shaping an artist's sound by creating beats and arranging music. The video mentions several producers like Mike Dean, Wondergirl, Metro Boomin, and Southside, who contributed to the sound of 'Days Before Rodeo'. Their work is integral to the mixtape's distinctive style and its influence on the trap music genre.

💡Influence

Influence in this context refers to the power to affect, change, or shape the development of something or someone. The video discusses how Travis Scott and the producers of 'Days Before Rodeo' influenced the sound and direction of trap music, setting a precedent for what would become the mainstream sound in the following years.

💡Collaborations

Collaborations are instances where two or more artists or entities work together to create something. The video highlights Travis Scott's collaborations with other artists like Young Thug and Migos on 'Days Before Rodeo', emphasizing how these partnerships contributed to the mixtape's success and the artists' individual growth.

💡Mainstream

Mainstream refers to the ideas, attitudes, or activities that are regarded as constituting the dominant or most widespread cultural, political, or social values of a society. The video discusses how Travis Scott's music, particularly 'Days Before Rodeo', transitioned from an underground phenomenon to becoming part of the mainstream, indicating a broad acceptance and popularity.

Highlights

Travis Scott is recognized as the third most streamed rapper of all time.

His collaborations include McDonald's meals, a drink brand, and partnerships with Nike and Fortnite.

Astroworld was a significant cultural phenomenon with a lasting impact.

Travis Scott's early mixtapes are considered by fans to be his best work, showcasing raw talent.

Days Before Rodeo, an early mixtape, is seen as a purer expression of Travis Scott's music.

Travis Scott's journey began with a dream to be a rapper, despite his family's push for a more stable career.

He took a risk, leaving college after one year to pursue a career in music.

Travis Scott initially struggled in New York and Los Angeles, living on couches and cars.

A phone call from Kanye West changed the trajectory of his career, leading to significant opportunities.

Days Before Rodeo was produced with the help of renowned producers like Mike Dean and Metro Boomin.

The mixtape features collaborations with then-upcoming artists like Young Thug and Migos.

Days Before Rodeo's sound was influential, predicting the future of trap music.

The mixtape's raw and aggressive energy, along with its moody feelings, set it apart.

Travis Scott's live performances became known for their intense energy and moshpit chaos.

Days Before Rodeo is considered a cult classic and a blueprint for Travis Scott's successful career.

The documentary 'Danger Music' explores the wild side of live music, mentioning Travis Scott's concerts.

Nebula, a platform co-founded by the speaker, is dedicated to high-quality, creator-driven content.

Transcripts

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Travis Scott is the third most streamed

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rapper of all time and with his

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McDonald's meals drink brand $100

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million world tours Nike shoe deals

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fortnite collabs and 20 top 10 hits he's

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arguably the most successful rapper ever

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when it comes to monetizing his Fame

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Astro world alone was an inescapably

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huge cultural phenomenon when it came

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out it felt like it just wouldn't go

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away staying in the mainstream for years

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but 10 years ago though that wasn't the

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case at all deep in the history of

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Travis Scott's career there are a

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handful of mixtapes that a lot of his

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fans consider not just good projects but

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in some ways the best music he's ever

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made with everything that came after no

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matter how many billions of streams it

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might have gotten not living up to the

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energy and the quality and the rawness

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of his early work and so for many of

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Travis's more dedicated fans the days

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before Rodeo mixtape is the most true

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version of his music it's his sound but

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in a raw real pure way that he later

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lost when he started making albums that

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were designed to be played in stadiums

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for millions of people so even though

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most of his fans have never heard days

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before rodia with re uploads having less

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than a million views on YouTube the fact

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that Travis Scott was essentially a

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nobody when he made days before Rodeo

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allowed him to make it different from

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everything else at the time and in a way

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changed the direction of trap Forever at

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22 years old Travis Scott was up against

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a wall growing up in Houston Texas he

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dreamed of being a rapper from a young

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age and there are even long forgotten

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videos on YouTube of him freestyling in

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his high school classroom at the age of

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16 wearing a bright yellow Polo and

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cargo shorts while he stomped on the

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floor performing a song Who to know

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she sitting

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she but despite his interest in music

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his family was determined to push him in

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a different more stable Direction

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Travis's grandfather had a PhD in

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educational psychology and worked as the

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head of the Department of psychology at

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Texas A&M for 40 years with countless

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educational Awards to his name his

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parents were graduates from well-known

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HBCU as well and Travis Scott later even

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said himself that as a kid in elementary

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school he dreamed of being a kidney

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doctor he even went as far as the shadow

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at hospitals when he was younger

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spending his free time learning about

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how to open a medical practice but when

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Travis finally got to the University of

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Texas as a freshman he quickly realized

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that his true passion had been music all

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along and he wanted nothing more than to

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be a superstar rockar rapper but that

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was easier said than done it's not like

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he could just switch his major to a

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bachelor's degree in being rich and

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famous but Travis's belief in himself

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was so strong that he decided he would

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do whatever it would take to make his

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dreams come true he later said every day

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in college was depressing all I wanted

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was to be an artist after just one year

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in college he took the risk he went home

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to his parents he asked for money for

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textbooks and a new laptop and when they

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gave him the money he pretended to go

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back to his dorm in San Antonio but

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instead secretly got on a flight to New

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York where he stayed on people's couches

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trying desperately to find producers and

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artists to work with and make a name for

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himself even though he got to work with

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just blaze a popular producer at the

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time after just a few months he realized

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that things weren't working out in New

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York bouncing around sleeping in other

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people's apartments and using money his

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parents were sending for school was

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helping him survive but he wasn't

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thriving he decided instead said to go

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to LA to try the same thing there but

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before flying to La he went to visit his

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parents in Houston only to realize that

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they had already figured out he had been

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using the money they were giving him for

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school to try and find his rap career

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they cut him off financially and turned

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off his phone plan and they even told

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him to never come back but for Travis it

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just didn't matter he went right to La

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where he was again screwed over when the

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friend he was supposed to stay with

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completely abandoned him it was a dark

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moment in Travis's life having already

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failed in one city and now being

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completely lost when he tried his plan B

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it took real mental strength to not give

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up things did go better in la ti saw his

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music video for lights and he encouraged

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him to keep going with a visit to his

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Studio but still Travis was struggling

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but right at the moment when he was

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about to run out of money sleeping on

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people's couches and in people's cars

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working on music relentlessly not just

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because he loved it but because at this

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point now it was his Only Hope Travis

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got a phone call that changed his life

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forever when can you come to New York

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Kanye wants to see you from there he

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only got bigger and bigger producing on

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yeus working on Cruel Summer dropping

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his own self-produced mixtape owl Farah

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with the help of Mike Dean and Kanye by

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2014 Travis was a rising star with a

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small but growing fan base that eagerly

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anticipated his next move Al Farah was

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not an amazing project but it was full

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of good ideas and his debut single upper

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echelon did really well thanks to

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features from Two Chains TI but he

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needed to do something to solidify

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himself as the next major star in

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hip-hop yes he had worked on a Kanye

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album yes he had a mixtape out yes he

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was signed to TI's label but this isn't

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Travis Scott with a McDonald's meal and

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a Nike shoe deal in 2013 Travis Scott

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was getting 1,000 likes and 10 comments

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on his Instagram posts just one year ago

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he took the biggest risk of his life by

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walking away from a good education to

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chase an Impossible Dream but what came

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next would be his grand entrance to the

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rap game a mixtape that was hungry

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ambitious and inventive and would go

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down in history as one of the best ever

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made making sure that the massive gamble

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that sacrificed his relationship with

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his family would pay off completely and

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change all of their lives forever

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although Travis produced a lot of days

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before Rodeo by himself it still

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wouldn't have been possible without a

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long list of accomplished producers

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helping along the way with people like

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Mike Dean wondergirl Metro boomman

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Southside Lex Luger and more making the

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project sound the way it did Mike Dean

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was the mentor-like older producer that

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brought an experienced ear to Travis's

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early work working over the years

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alongside artists like Tupac Nate Dog

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and Dr Dre to later defining the sounds

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of Travis's biggest Inspirations Kan and

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kid cudy he was the perfect person to

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help Travis polish his ideas refining

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the sound of songs like drugs you should

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try it Skyfall and zombies his tendency

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to produce dark booming big sounding

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beats was huge in the growth of Travis's

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signature

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style louder

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with Wonder Girl helping create the

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Sinister sound of the intro the prayer

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with menacing organs and horns giving it

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a nightmarishly debaucherous sound and

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creating a world of sex drugs and rock

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and roll it's obvious from the moment

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the project starts that now 10 years

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later this mixtape was hugely

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influential midnight awak

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hyperventilating drunk laps around the

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glob Wild Goose chasing after three

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one amazing still impatience toor Wonder

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Girl herself later went on to work with

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artists like Lil Uzi Bryson tiller Lil

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yotti J pop smoke Drake Rihanna siza

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Jay-Z and many more helped Define the

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sound of the 2010s and she got her start

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and made a name for herself as a close

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collaborator of Travis Scott back in

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2013 and 14 even producing one of his

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earliest singles Uptown completely by

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herself when she was 16 years

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olding hand one

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hand another future Legend whose

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production was essential for days before

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Rodeo becoming an iconic mixtape was

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Metro boomman and he was only 20 years

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old when this mixtape dropped with him

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producing songs like mam Skyfall and

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basement freestyle days before Rodeo was

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Ground Zero for Travis becoming the face

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of the wave of trap music taking over

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the mainstream mam especially one of

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Travis's breakout hits still throws

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Travis fans into a frenzy while Young

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Thug's verse on Skyfall is

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legendary I'm trapped in my conscious my

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tra is to [ __ ] out all these HS hit

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up the whole pharmacist you serve all

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the money my days before Rodeo was only

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the fourth major label project that

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Metro boomman ever had credits on and it

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was the first where he produced more

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than one or two songs but it would only

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be one more year before he became the

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driving force behind albums like Futures

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DS2 what a time to be alive and Travis

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Scott's Rodeo well on his way to

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becoming a defining producer of the Trap

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era and one of the only hip-hop

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producers to ever become a star without

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rapping a word out loud and all of that

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began kind of right at this moment when

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he worked with Travis Scott on days

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before rodeo in YouTube clips from the

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dbr recording sessions you can hear

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Travis mumbling and not even mumbling

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but Conjuring demons in the studio while

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he and Metro work on Skyfall one of

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mixtape's hardest tracks Travis's dark

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Melodies go perfectly with Metro's

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haunting arpeggios scattered percussion

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and trunk rattling 808s creating a

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brooding sound that still sounds fresh

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10 years later

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I keep call

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call the song mam is one of my favorites

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Travis ever made and it has one of the

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dirtiest nastiest sickest beats you'll

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ever hear produced by Travis Metro and

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Mike Dean altogether they turned an R&B

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sample from 1973 into a haunting cowboy

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western sounding flip and they created

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an unforgettable song that ended up

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being one of Travis's breakout hits for

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good reason and Young Thug's verse on

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here is absolutely

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Unforgettable down speeding

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I 25000

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oldo similarly the brooding dreamy

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guitars on drugs you should try it make

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it one of Travis's most legendary songs

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it's one of his few and far between

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truly emotional moments on tape with

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devastating lyrics about heartbreak and

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a Melancholy vocal delivery it's an

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unforgettable

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song I play the Dr she R the drugs I

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rock the we was you never on the side of

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featured artists days before Rodeo is

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similarly a history museum with Young

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Thug and Migos having some of the most

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memorable verses on the whole project

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it's kind of like a window into the past

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when Young Thug wrapped on Skyfall and

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mam some of his most legendary feature

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versus ever he wasn't yet an influential

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rap Legend he hadn't even dropped the

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barter 6 yet most people saw him as a

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flash in the pan who was probably going

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to fall off after another year or two

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and in the same way when this mixtape

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dropped the Migos didn't have an album

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out yet either it's pretty crazy to hear

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these guys putting out some of their

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best work when they weren't even yet

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fully established in the industry and it

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feels like in a way it might be some of

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their best work because they were still

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hungry and trying to prove themselves

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days before Rodeo though of course isn't

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the first trap mixtape ever made Travis

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Scott didn't reinvent the wheel it's

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actually pretty obvious who his

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influences are on this entire project

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but his idea of mixing the sound that

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his hometown of Houston was known for

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and taking from the sound of Southern

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rappers like TI two chains and Juicy J

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while combining it with the upscale

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mainstream diverse sounds of Kanye and

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kid Cy paid off massively and so days

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before Rodeo came at the right moment to

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be the start of something huge if this

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project dropped today it would have a

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billion streams within a week it's

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essentially a prediction of the future

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within a couple of years most of the

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people who worked on this project

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rapping writing or producing became

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household names for hip-hop fans and the

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sound of the mixtape itself later became

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the sound of mainstream rap as a whole

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at the time though it was put together

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by a group of hungry kids who

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desperately wanted to prove themselves

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Travis himself had been dead broke and

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cut off from his family only a year

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earlier and that energy translated into

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an amazing piece of music a new

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generation of trap artists was Rising

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into the mainstream Limelight and the

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sound that Travis and all of his

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collaborators were able to create was

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going to set the standard for an entire

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wave of ERS the mixtape is dark

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mysterious and cool with distorted

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vocals atmospheric beats and a somewhat

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slower Pace it was a fresh sound that

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within a few years almost everyone under

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the age of 25 in America would be

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obsessed with you have to remember this

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is before Mumble rap this is before

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SoundCloud rap this is before emo rap

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this is before mainstream trap days

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before Rodeo didn't just drop it

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detonated it sent shock waves through

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the music world earning widespread of

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claim from fans and critics alike and

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solidifying Travis Scott's reputation as

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as one of the best new voices in a

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rising wave of trap music that would

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eventually take over the entire music

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industry days before Rodeo kept people

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captivated for years thanks to the drama

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and the rawness in its production vocals

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and writing the gritty sounds the

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aggressive energy and the Moody feelings

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established Travis Scott as someone who

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was going to change the game the way he

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merged his Houston roots with his

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futuristic trap ideas and the Rage or

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die energy was Unstoppable within just a

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few years dbr was a cult classic and as

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the hype around days before Rodeo grew

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so did Travis's influence his live shows

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got famous for their insane energy and

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moshpit chaos all thanks to the songs on

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this mixtape the concert became a w of

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passage for fans looking to experience

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the full force of Travis's energy before

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long he wasn't just a rapper anymore he

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was the leader of a movement one that

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would go on to shape the future of

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hip-hop in ways that no one could have

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predicted back in 2014 and after days

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before Rodeo Travis Scott's career

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skyrocketed he went on to release a

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string of critically acclaimed and

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massively successful albums but for many

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of his fans days before Rodeo remains

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still to this day the purest and most

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real expression of his original Vision

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it came out at just the right moment to

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feel like something real because it was

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in 2013 Travis Scott wanted to be a

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rapper so badly that he ran away from

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home and was walking around New York

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City and LA with no money in his pocket

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no phone completely cut off from his

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family because he believed so strongly

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that he could be a rapper so he had to

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make days before Rodeo a success he had

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to make it legendary if he didn't we

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wouldn't know who he is today before the

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millions of fans the private jets the

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fashion brands and the Netflix

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documentaries days before Rodeo is the

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project that set the stage for the

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massive pop trap wave that came after it

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it's the blueprint for a career that

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redefined the boundaries of just how pop

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and mainstream trap could ever be a

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career that reached such unlikely

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Heights because Travis was willing to

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take the unlikely Road and risk at all

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abandoning the safer path that stood in

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front of him to take a chance that would

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change his life forever everyone who

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knows Travis Scott knows that his

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concerts are all about raging and

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getting wild and crazy he really is one

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of the most dangerous performers around

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today from getting arrested for yelling

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at his fans to break down barriers and

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Rush the stage in 2017 to laa paloa 2015

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where his set got cut short when he

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started giving the middle finger to

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security guards and yelling we want Rage

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part of the fun of a Travis Scott

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concert has always been just how

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unhinged and out of control the show can

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be but Travis isn't the first artist who

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built a Persona around crazy concerts

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where Anything Could Happen people like

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gigg Allen and Hannah trash are some of

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the original masters of the art of

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violent concerts and they did all sorts

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of crazy things over the years like

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crashing bulldozers into their stages

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and even worse things I can't say here

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so that's why I think you'll really like

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danger music a documentary I made that

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explores the Dark Side of live music

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telling truly insane stories about the

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most wild and violent music ever made

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and it's only available on nebula danger

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music is a nebula original funded by and

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exclusively available on nebula because

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of their mission to be the best place

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for creators to make work that we

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couldn't make anywhere else they gave me

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the resources to make the best

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documentary I possibly could and I think

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it turned out really great nebula is a

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platform I own and co-founded with other

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creators as a place where we can Elevate

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ourselves to a level beyond what we were

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previously capable of we've come

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together to create our own platform and

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it's quickly becoming the most

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interesting fastest growing independent

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video platform anywhere it's not our

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the rules it's a place to grow and

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Blossom into something completely

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different nebula has produced Originals

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like Lindsay Ellis's ballot of John and

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Yoko which Dives deep into the

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unintended consequences of the murder of

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exploring one of the strangest stories

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in modern music history and they have

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even more interesting shows like the

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wouldn't be possible without nebula

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we're even producing movies this year

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one of them is Dracula's ex-girlfriend

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it's coming out in a few months and it

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got covered in variety one of the most

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popular entertainment magazines in the

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world so nebula is becoming the answer

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to the question how do you make art or

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content that's as high quality and

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interesting as traditional media without

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the corruption and exploitation

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associated with that industry I've

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always wanted to take my videos to the

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next level and make them more

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substantiated and more interesting than

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ever before and nebula is enabling that

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for our entire list of creators better

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stories better production value taking

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Neely Todd in the shadows polyphonic FD

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signifier Bobby broccoli and countless

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danger music or jet lag or the ballot of

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John and Yoko by going to

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nebula.com which I think a lot of you

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project it's my project and it's a

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