Yeat's 'X ta C' is a braggadocious and hedonistic track that delves into themes of wealth, lifestyle, and drug use. The title itself is a play on the word 'ecstasy' and reflects the artist's sentiment towards his life of luxury and the highs of his substance use. The song portrays a character who enjoys the spoils of success, from shopping sprees to a cavalier attitude towards relationships, all while grappling with the paranoia and alienation that can accompany fame and a lifestyle rife with narcotics.
The song kicks off with an air of invincibility, as Yeat raps about the energetic and protection-like quality of the 'upside down T'. This symbol, often associated with power and bravado, sets the stage for a journey of self-assured dominance. The chorus has Yeat flexing his spending power and feeling unstoppable, with his 'wave' destined to make its mark.
However, a turn reveals a more precarious aspect of his life—table displays of Oxys mistaken for other drugs, a signal of the excess and confusion surrounding him. The lyrics hint at emotional detachment and a desire to maintain a certain lifestyle, regardless of consequences. Yeat's reference to needing to leave and getting off the floor suggests a cyclical battle with his lifestyle choices that pulls him down.
The more troubled sides of Yeat's psyche come to light in the verse where paranoia and the desire for control over his life and legacy bleed through. There is a sense of urgency in Yeat's rhythm indicative of someone who is constantly on the move, whether escaping from inner demons, the clinginess of others, or the inherent dangers of the fast life.
In a moment of vulnerability, he acknowledges that the drugs make him feel unlike himself, replacing genuine connection with a synthetic rush. Here, we see the convoluted intertwine of pleasure and hollowness; the ecstasy is not just a high—it's a temporary reprieve from facing the deeper emotional consequences of the choices made.
"Upside down T, this the one that protecting me"
The 'upside down T' could symbolize the Christian cross or possibly relate to a specific brand or personal emblem representing protection or good fortune.
"I'm in Neiman's, we gon' shut down the store, that's for sure"
Neiman Marcus is a luxury department store, and the line reflects Yeat's ability to spend lavishly without concern for the expense.
"Vlone shit is lame as fuck, I been just rocking the Telfar tee"
Yeat contrasts the streetwear brand Vlone with Telfar, possibly highlighting his preference for the latter's more exclusive and high-fashion items.
"I feel like Lil Uzi, you heard what I said lil' bitch"
The reference to Lil Uzi Vert, a fellow rapper known for his wealth and eclectic persona, underscores Yeat's identification with lavish and eccentric celebrity lifestyles.