"History X" is a song by Guizmo, a French rapper. The lyrics of the song depict Guizmo's personal experiences and reflect on his upbringing in Valenton, a neighborhood in France. The song begins with Guizmo expressing his feelings of having nothing to lose and feeling unaffected by anything anymore. He talks about how it is considered sinful to write to Santa Claus, but he still did it and received nothing in return, which led him to engage in misconduct. He portrays a tough environment where death and violence are a part of daily life. Growing up in the streets, he understands the harsh reality of life. Guizmo reminisces about difficult times when he was alone, sleeping in cold places. He mentions that he never experienced tenderness or kindness, as he was always exposed to harshness and fights. He takes inspiration from Malcolm X, a prominent African-American human rights activist and uses him as a role model. The rapper asserts his identity and pride of coming from a place where money and love are scarce. He describes his journey and the challenges he faced. Guizmo mentions his newfound cousins reaching out to him because he was featured on the cover of a magazine. Addressing someone else, Guizmo warns that even though they thought they could defeat him, he will overpower them completely. He claims to be the final boss when it comes to the "game over" scenario. He talks about smoking cannabis with friends and mentions the presence of drugs in his neighborhood. Guizmo boasts about his rebellious behavior towards authorities, stating that he has been going against the law since he was sixteen years old. Despite his involvement in criminal activities, he maintains a sense of cleanliness and integrity. Guizmo reminisces about the past, where he dealt drugs and supplied addicts. He briefly mentions the performance-enhancing pill called "Flash-Ball" and the use of weapons like "bastos." He rhetorically questions what one would do if caught in an ambush, stating that he has already planned his last will and testament for the security of his family. The rapper acknowledges the presence of scammers in society, emphasizing that their existence is due to the presence of gullible individuals. He expresses his confidence in achieving his goals, recalling how he used to envision success. Guizmo references transporting drugs, reading books at the library, and ultimately getting involved in marijuana. Despite the hardships and discouragement from his neighbors and family, Guizmo pursued a career in rap and gave up drinking excessively. He criticizes individuals who give in to insignificant temptations. He concludes by mentioning those who have fallen victim to violence and will never be seen again. Overall, "History X" reflects Guizmo's tumultuous past, struggles with poverty, criminal activities, and his determination to rise above his circumstances through his passion for music.
