The I.C.O.N. – “Hood Dreamin’” Feat. Jaxx Stone
- The Mixtape Queens
- Apr 22
- 4 min read
“Hood Dreamin’” is a lyrical time capsule—raw, nostalgic, and laced with ambition. The I.C.O.N. paints vivid pictures of the hood hustle, generational struggle, and the bigger dreams that keep us pushing. Backed by a soulful, reflective hook from Jaxx Stone and smooth production from Seattle’s own Edde Playzzz, this track bridges old-school essence with present-day perspective. It’s not just a vibe—it’s a statement of intent.
Lyrics:
Hood Dreamin’
By The I.C.O.N. featuring Jaxx Stone
Yeah, listen.
We about to take a trip to the dreamscape.
Jaxx Stone. ICON. Let’s get it! Yeah....
Verse 1:
This the hardest shit I’ve ever written down;
Must be hard my hand is bleeding, how y’all think it sound?
I’ve been fighting all my life just to cause a scene;
But instead my life’s been sleepy, all I do is dream.
Sitting Courtside back at MSG;
Chop it up with Melo, hey Lala...
sup to Spike Lee!
Sipping sumthin nice with or without ice;
Dibiase, bag it up no matter what the price.
Coming from my hood, imagination wild;
U either slinging, church singing, or you bearing child.
Face slashings, some ain’t make it, tears for those that’s gone;
Finna get to higher heights we just need one song.
Everybody wanna make it but the world is cold;
Working hard sometimes the greatest lie that’s ever told.
Everybody fast tracking to the Promise Land;
Without knowing where they going, quicker is the sand.
Don’t wanna spit a message cause y’all think it’s lame;
I just try to keep it real, I don’t need the fame.
I bring it from my chest in hope that people know my name;
And listen to the shit I’m saying cause it’s not the same.
Chorus:
In the hood, we stay grindin’...
Hoping there’s big bag that we finding...
Dreams of living in the house with the nice cars;
Gotta make it out the hood, cause we see stars.
We done seen our mom and dad put the work in;
Suffer more than enjoy life so they deserve wins.
Seems we getting even closer to a better way;
Maybe today is our day. maybe today is our day...
In the hood, we stay grindin’... Hoping there’s big bag that we finding...
Dreams of living in the house with the nice cars,
yeahhh We all got them hood dreams.
Let’s make dreams into reality.
Verse 2:
My hood dreams reoccurring, I can’t make em stop;
These fantasies where I’m important and I’ve reached the top.
A 1 percenter, cause let’s face it they all rule the world;
While everybody else’ll sweat until they leave the world.
I could live without no penalties, I buy the law;
And slip some money in their pockets, erase what they saw.
If we could have an f’n felon as the president;
Then average people should ruling over government.
But life is shitty, so we work until we sleep in dirt;
No silver spoon? well that’s too bad your scoliosis hurt.
I can imagine several trips to Tahiti
All expenses paid in full 4 thousand miles from my city.
Never single, money get ya who and what ya needin’;
Dreams of chicks that look like Megan at my door n beggin’.
My dreams are funny and depressing at the same time;
I either dream about a payday or a petty crime.
Life’s a bitch, but in my dreams she likes to keep her cool;
With back massages, that girl spoil me but I ain’t a fool.
Cause even though our hoods are different, we still wanting more;
Keep dreaming big, cause bigger dreams can bring more than before...
Chorus:
In the hood, we stay grindin’... Hoping there’s big bag that we finding...
Dreams of living in the house with the nice cars;
Gotta make it out the hood, cause we see stars.
We done seen our mom and dad put the work in;
Suffer more than enjoy life so they deserve wins.
Seems we getting even closer to a better way;
Maybe today is our day. maybe today is our day...
In the hood, we stay grindin’... Hoping there’s big bag that we finding...
Dreams of living in the house with the nice cars,
yeahhh
About:
The I.C.O.N. is a Bronx-born emcee who's been rooted in Seattle for the past 16 years, bringing East Coast grit to the Pacific Northwest. A self-described purveyor of Old School throwback conscious rap, he channels the legacies of Rakim, DMX, Biggie, and Busta Rhymes into every verse, blending introspection with authenticity in a genre often overlooked.
Having recorded two albums and several singles across platforms like SoundCloud and Spotify, The I.C.O.N. stays true to his sound while pushing for growth in a fast-changing industry. His latest release, “Hood Dreamin’” featuring Jaxx Stone, is a soulful, poetic anthem for anyone with dreams bigger than their circumstances.
Currently in the third round of Timbaland and Orbiiit App’s “Timbo Ido” contest, “Hood Dreamin’” is proving that real storytelling still resonates. With polished delivery, timeless bars, and a heart full of purpose, The I.C.O.N. is living proof that the dream never dies—it just evolves.
Note: “Hood Dreamin’” isn’t just a song—it’s a vision for anyone still grinding for a better tomorrow. If you believe in elevating real hip-hop with real messages, keep your eyes on The I.C.O.N. and cast your vote in the Timbo Ido contest to support his journey.
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