People either love it or hate it, but some have embraced an untitled, polarizing track as San Antonio’s unofficial anthem. The catchy “where we roll, where we roll” lyric is plastered across social media platforms.
This song, borne out of a moment of nostalgia, has become a cultural touchstone for many in the city. Phyllis Ochoa, the artist behind the track, shared her story and the unexpected journey that led to her music going viral.
Ochoa discussed her life experiences, including the decisions that led to her imprisonment, and her aspirations for the future once she is released on parole later this year. “It’s funny because a lot of people don’t know this, but when I committed that robbery and went on the run, I went to Arizona to stay with my mom,” she explained.
Her time in Arizona was marked by a deep longing for her hometown of San Antonio. “I was like, ‘Phoenix, Arizona. Not cool. What is going on here?’ I missed my city, the River Walk, the food, and even the unique streetlights,” Ochoa recalled.
Music has always been a form of expression for Ochoa. Feeling bored and homesick, she decided to create a catchy hook about San Antonio to express her love for the city. “I didn’t think it would go viral; I just thought I was doing something silly,” she said, astonished by the immediate response the song garnered.
The video for the song was shot in Arizona, inspired by her longing for home after being away for nearly a month. “Where we roll, where we roll,” she sings, encapsulating the essence of her connection to San Antonio.
Resources
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