Oh My Dis Side

The song kickstarts with 'Oh My', a musical callout of disbelief and astonishment at the life Travis Scott now leads. It's an impassioned cry of a man who's been awake to his dreams for such a 'long time,' grappling with the stark contrast between his newfound lifestyle and the trials that marred his earlier days. These lyrics evoke a mixture of exhaustion and exhilaration, as Scott and Quavo reflect on the relentless work ethic, the troubling encounters with the law, substance use, and familial conflicts that epitomize the grind of those climbing out of struggle.

Transitioning into 'Dis Side,' the emotive narrative shifts from disbelief to a poignant reminiscence. Here, Travis Scott tips his hat to his roots, his hometown, which shaped him both artistically and personally. The cadence slows, breathing space into the rhythm, allowing listeners to wade through memories with the Artists. They celebrate the wins and mourn the losses of their past lives. They revisit first loves and reckon with the permanent impressions left on them by their experiences 'on this side' of their journey.

Beneath the boisterous beats and the bravado of having 'made it' lies a subtle, persistent melancholy for times gone by and friends lost to the streets. The song pulses with the duality of present success and the ever-present pull of the past. It's a continuum of celebration, lament, and respect for the enduring 'this side' that remains a core part of their identities, one that they still try to 'get back to,' despite their ascension to affluence.

In the closing verses, Quavo adds his personal narrative to the emotional tapestry woven by the song. Transition from hardship to luxury, he speaks to the transformation characterized by new wealth and status. But even amidst this shift, he acknowledges the maintenance of street sensibilities and life 'on this side' that have invariably framed his worldview. It's a tale of survival, metamorphosis, and fidelity to origins, delivered through a prism of self-awareness that resonates across every beat and bar.