Hip Hop Awards 2023: 5 Key Things to Know About That Mexican OT (Outta Texas)
That Mexican OT brought his Tejano flair to the BET Hip Hop Awards 2023 Cypher, elevating an already blazing display of raw and unmatched talent from several emerging artists.
Even as a child, the Texas native knew he would someday grace stages, firing off bars to an enthusiastic crowd. The 24-year-old's performance during this year’s ceremony gave viewers a taste of what the Mexican emcee offers.
His debut album, 'Lonestar Luchador,' is already out and well-received among listeners. Don't get left behind; familiarize yourself with That Mexican OT (Outta Texas) through these five facts.
He’s unphased by his fame
“It’s not that I want to be nonchalant about it all. It’s just that I expected it,” noting that he’s been “rapping my whole life,” he said in an interview.
He added, “When I was 4 years old, my mom would be ironing money, and I’d be sitting on the bed rapping to whatever music video was being played on [BET’s] 106 & Park. When I was in middle school and high school, I was known for rapping and I was a likable person. I've always felt like I've had my fanbase.”
He faced life-changing hardships growing up
OT’s journey to rap stardom was no smooth ride. At just seven years old, he lost his mother in a drunk-driving accident, and his father spent time behind bars. OT also dealt with betrayal from his own family, and he’s even struggled with drug abuse.
He embraces his heritage in numerous ways
Songs like "Barrio" and "Hardest Ese Ever" beautifully showcase OT’s pride in his Tejano heritage.
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His mother predicted his career in music
Before her untimely passing, OT’s predicted his future as a hip hop artist. According to his second Instagram post, OT ”was in the first grade failing every class, and my moms friends was tellin her, ‘Sophie he is failing all classes in the first grade what is wrong?’ And she told em, ‘F*CK THAT SCHOOL MY SON GON’ BE A RAPPER!!!!”
He’s already worked with notable Texas rappers
OT’s “Johnny Dang '' featuring Paul Wall not only paid homage to the jeweler but shot him onto the Billboard charts.
