Fans Share Reactions to Travis Scott’s Official Music Video for ‘Mo City Flexologist’: “Owl Pharaoh is Back”
With Travis Scott’s Days Before Rodeo recently reaching the top of the Billboard album charts, following a fierce sales competition with Sabrina Carpenter‘s Short N Sweet, the rapper has delighted fans by releasing the official music video for the track titled Mo City Flexologist.
The visuals were uploaded to Scott’s YouTube channel yesterday, serving as what many describe as a “love letter”to Missouri City, the Houston suburb where Travis grew up. The announcement was made via the rapper’s Instagram, where he expressed gratitude for DBR’s successful re-release, stating:
“THE REAL ONES TOOK DBR TO #1. I MUST DELIVER. MO CITY FLEXOLOGIST VIDEO OUT NOW”
Travis’s choice to direct the video as a nostalgic journey, incorporating old footage and VHS-style editing, offers fans a glimpse into his life before fame.
Several moments depicted in Mo City Flexologist draw the rapper back to his roots, featuring scenes reminiscent of his high school days and local hangouts like Carey’s Frozen Delights. Clips from the music video quickly went viral after its release, receiving extensive coverage from news outlets.
The buzz led to significant online interaction among fans and critics across various social media platforms. One fan was noted for praising the song’s release, claiming that Travis had returned to the style of his debut mixtape, Owl Pharaoh.
Similar sentiments echoed across fans, who noted that Mo City Flexologist resembles Travis Scott’s early recording style. Many expressed their appreciation for Days Before Rodeo, hoping the Deluxe edition of the remastered mixtape will soon be available on streaming platforms.
“Days before rodeo montage – it’s 2014 again.”- Said a fan.
“This is top 10 if not top 5 Travis songs”- A fan added.
“Days before rodeo deluxe on streaming soon?”- A fan questioned.
“Now he needs to drop it on streaming”- Said another.
“Streaming next. At this point, I might just switch to YouTube music”- A fan stated.
Numerous fans praised the visuals in Travis Scott’s Mo City Flexologist music video and appreciated the dedication to Houston imagery.
“Dope shots of the real Houston”- Said a fan.
“Already one of my favorite music videos in a while”- Said another.
“If you’ve spent any time in Houston, this brings a tear to your eye”- A fan stated.
“Travis don’t miss with music videos”- A fan chimed in.
Bar-For-Bar: Analyzing Travis Scott’s New Single Mo City Flexologist
Travis Scott reportedly wrote and produced Mo City Flexologist back in 2014, with production support from The Honorable C.N.O.T.E. Although the song was previewed at two live performances in 2014, it remained unreleased for over a decade before finally reaching fans.
Mo City Flexologist was included as a “digital download”in the Deluxe edition for Days Before Rodeo, exclusively available on Travis’s official website. The 2014 mixtape was made available on streaming services in August, commemorating the project’s 10th anniversary.
The music video for Mo City Flexologist was directed by Kahlil Joseph, who collaborated with cinematographer Chayse Irvin to create an engaging “home video”aesthetic.
Quick cuts, dim lighting, iconic Houston locations, and even a fake news clip discussing earthquakes caused by Scott’s performance in Italy are key elements in the music video. The notable themes addressed in Travis Scott’s Mo City Flexologist include:
- Introspection
- Faith
- Success
- Wealth
- Luxury
- Excess
- Substance Abuse
- Hedonism
- Philandering
- Intimacy
(Chorus)
“Somethin’, somethin’, somethin’ new (Oh) / It’s always somethin’ new (Ooh)”
The repetitiveness of the hook underscores Travis’s acknowledgment that life is full of constant changes, which serves as a metaphor for his evolution as an artist.
(Verse 1)
“Uh, it’s somebody, young n—a steeze / Some’ ’bout the way the braids on this young n—a breeze / Everybody drunk, feelin’ numb in the knees / Girls want to have fun, have fun with a G / When I thought I told you freaks / Please move back, give me room please”
Listeners are introduced to Travis Scott’s original verse from 2014, where he primarily discusses themes of intimacy, success, and excess.
The rapper’s performance radiates a youthful, energetic vibe, contrasting verse 2, which was recorded recently and features a delivery style more recognizable to contemporary listeners.
“Nutty broke girls made me sneeze (La Flame) / Diamonds dancin’ like the Double Dribble / Ooh, they love when La Flame turn five-hundred degrees / You might need a psychologist, Mo City fle-fle-flexologist (Straight up) / Pornographic, shootin’ on Metropolis / Double-dippin’, hope that’s not your b—h (Not your b—h)”
Travis Scott humorously mentions an “allergic reaction”to manipulative or “Nutty Broke”women while showcasing his opulence. He also recognizes his fans for appreciating his high-energy live performances.
The term “Flexologist”cleverly plays on the word “Psychologist,”where the latter helps individuals with mental health challenges, while the former indicates someone who demonstrates their wealth and success.
“Damn, these damn Atlanta h–s got me on the pill / Yeah, yeah, they down for the thrill (Thrill, dope) / Lord, I swear it’s so cold at the top, yeah, for reals / May La Flame live forever for real, yeah, yeah, yeah, for real”
In this verse, Travis references his wild nightlife in cities like Atlanta, among beautiful women, drugs, and alcohol.
Scott concludes the verse by addressing God, noting how reaching “the top”of the music industry has exposed him to its cold and lonely nature. The hook returns before transitioning to the second verse of Mo City Flexologist.
(Verse 2)
“Run back them summers I caught through the night, I done dirtied the Sprite, I done crushed up the ice (Yeah) / Who knew LaFlame make it bigger than life? On the come-up, I had to find faith through the lights (It’s lit) / To book me, they gotta go bigger the price, rock a kilo of gold just to dip it in ice (No)”
Travis begins the second verse by reflecting on his nightlife and phase of excess, including drug and alcohol references. He highlights a rough upbringing while revealing how events now charge according to his rate.
“I got kids at my shows, know they with me for life / Look at the numbers, been killin’ the mic’ (Been killin’) / Yeah, I been killin’ the mic’ / Just left the Grove, hit the links up with Mike / Engulfin’, I’m puttin’ my grease to this pipe / Me and these n—-s ain’t nothin’ alike / I got b—hes for every single one of my type”
Travis seems to take a subtle jab at rapper Killer Mike, the Grammy winner who surpassed Scott’s 2023 LP Utopia at the awards. He affirms the effectiveness of his performances while distinguishing himself from other modern rappers.
“I got whips for every single one of these nights / Becomin’ a presi, you veto advice / No gettin’ Lewinsky, no rollin’ the dice (Woo) / Show me somethin’ new, somethin’ new / What’s flowin’ through my veins got me in the mood / Past twelve and you in the zoo / Tryna show ya (Yeah), show ya, somethin’ new”
Travis makes a nod to Monica Lewinsky’s scandal while suggesting that engaging in high-stakes behavior is akin to gambling, further explaining why he avoids such controversies.
The hook reappears for one last time before concluding Mo City Flexologist.
With themes centered around hedonism, excess, and substance abuse, Travis Scott’s Mo City Flexologist seamlessly joins his more popular recent tracks. Examining the evolution of his vocal performances, delivery, and lyrics from 2014 to 2024 offers an exceptionally introspective listening experience.
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