The JT Machinima Rap is a song by the YouTube music duo JT Machinima that serves as a trip down memory lane, reflecting on their 10-year journey in the music and gaming communities. The song highlights various milestones and experiences they have had throughout the years. The song begins by acknowledging their humble beginnings, as two boys who ventured into playing the popular video game Halo 3 and creating music videos. They admit that their early attempts at rapping were often cringey but mention that they have improved along the way. They reminisce about the golden age of Machinima, a form of filmmaking within video games, and credit the popular series Red vs Blue for inspiring their own content. They also mention branching out into other games like Call of Duty and Minecraft. The lyrics touch upon signing a contract in 2009 and releasing their first album. They admit that they never had a specific mission or direction, but they appreciated the privilege of having viewers who enjoyed their goofy music videos made in their own rooms. They mention various gaming experiences, such as playing Skyrim and collaborating with Australian artist Andrea Storm Kaden. They also acknowledge the success of their Halo 4 rap and the growing popularity of their music. The lyrics mention milestones like reaching 100,000 subscribers, receiving a YouTube plaque, and updating their logo. They talk about the impact of the popular game Five Nights at Freddy's and the growing fan base they gained from it. They mention their love for the game Overwatch and their success in creating rap battles and hero-themed songs. They also reference Twitch streaming briefly and thank the few viewers who joined them. The song acknowledges their dedication to creating a music video every week and the surprise of reaching a million subscribers in 2017. They express gratitude for their fans and friends in the gaming and music communities who inspire and support them. Towards the end of the song, they mention their foray into live-action videos, meeting a friend named River through the Make-a-Wish Foundation, and joining Rooster Teeth, the company behind Red vs Blue. The song concludes by emphasizing that their YouTube channel began as a way to stay connected and have fun, but it has grown into a business. They express their appreciation for their fans and emphasize that their success wouldn't be possible without them. Overall, the song celebrates the journey, growth, and achievements of JT Machinima over the past 10 years while expressing gratitude to their fans and the gaming community that has supported them.
