xavier

Artist/Songwriter

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I have been self-producing hip hop records for 10 years and am happy to offer my songwriting services and expertise. I will write and record a custom rap feature or song for you.

Xavier is a writer and musician residing in Ocoee, Florida. He released his first song in 2010 after moving to Norcross, Georgia in high school. Since then, Xavier has performed a series of shows in Atlanta, including a showcase at A3C Festival, and released 2 EPs independently in 2016 and 2018 respectively. Xavier produced 3 independent music videos, including 2019’s lil gardener - a short film concept to his EP, 1447 (2018), that he also starred and co-wrote.

Looking for a rap feature OR writer for your next song?

I will write and record a reference track of your song or rap feature with unlimited revisions. I can also write verses, hooks, bridges, etc.

Please make sure my work is suitable for your needs.

Send me a note through the contact button above.

Interview with xavier

  1. Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?

  2. A: My latest film/music video 'lil gardener' because it was one of the first projects I actually executed on a creative idea and risk without fear of opinions or for validation.

  3. Q: What are you working on at the moment?

  4. A: New album and a lot of visuals

  5. Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?

  6. A: J.None

  7. Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?

  8. A: We are partners.

  9. Q: What do you like most about your job?

  10. A: Self-expression. Therapy. Collaboration.

  11. Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

  12. A: Why do you make music? Why do you love music? Why do you love your genre of music?

  13. Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

  14. A: Make sure creative styles are alike or are two that can inspire each other. Collaboration is a mutually beneficial parnership.

  15. Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?

  16. A: Mic, DAW, Acoustic box, Mic cables, Interface

  17. Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?

  18. A: I've been an independent artist since August 2018.

  19. Q: How would you describe your style?

  20. A: 'subtle lowkey rap' because my delivery is laidback with deep personal reflections and I'm inspired by lo-fi sounds.

  21. Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?

  22. A: Childish Gambino because I can learn a lot from his work ethic and the music wouldn't be boxed

  23. Q: Can you share one music production tip?

  24. A: Less is more

  25. Q: What type of music do you usually work on?

  26. A: Hip Hop

  27. Q: What's your strongest skill?

  28. A: Writing free-flowing cadences and vulnerable lyrics.

  29. Q: What do you bring to a song?

  30. A: Rawness and vulnerability.

  31. Q: What's your typical work process?

  32. A: Scavenge beats/production for pockets to explore in the writing. Record several different melodies until cadences feel natural. If I have a specific topic in mind, abstract it into a transferrable metaphor and begin creating the story of the song. If I don't have a topic in mind, generally I abstract my sentiments into a metaphor and tell that story. I normally try not to write songs in one sitting because I like for each song to breathe and mature throughout its process. How long a song takes to finish writing depends completely on its subject. The process for every song is different and can't be formulized but these are typical routines during my writing sessions.

  33. Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

  34. A: Garage. Logic Pro X. MXL Studio Microphone. Audio Interface. Mackie CR3 Monitors.

  35. Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?

  36. A: Drake, J. Cole, Kanye West, Earl Sweatshirt, Kendrick Lamar

  37. Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.

  38. A: Songwriting

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sugar plum forever by xavier

I was the Artist, Songwriter, Arranger in this production

Terms Of Service

5-day delivery,
Unlimited revisions

Genres
Gear Highlights
  • Logic Pro X
  • FL Studio 20
  • MXL
  • MacOS
  • Mackie
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