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XXLTARIK is a Moroccan American independent artist blending dark R&B, funk, and pop with a heavy emphasis on performance, atmosphere, and raw emotion.
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Breaking out of New Jersey, he is Influenced by artists like Prince, Michael Jackson, and The Weeknd, his music lives at the intersection of seduction, tension, and vulnerability.
Known for a piercing falsetto and moody, groove-driven production, XXLTARIK’s sound speaks on modern love, desire, self-control, and the life of a paradox.
His style is cinematic, rhythmic, and intentional—designed to be felt both sonically and visually.
What drives his music is the push-and-pull between impulse and restraint, vice and virtue. Every release is built not just as a record, but as part of a confession— authenticity, movement, and impact. He is XXLTARIK.
"Plottin" explores the subtle, yet powerful dynamics of attraction and seduction on the dance floor. The song captures the magnetic energy of late-night encounters, where eye contact becomes a silent language, signaling desire and intent. It delves into the psychology behind the glances and gestures that draw people together, highlighting the complexity of modern relationships and the struggle to resist temptation while staying true to one’s feelings.
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With a rhythm that’s as intoxicating as the club scene itself, "Plottin" captures the tension of wanting to connect while maintaining boundaries, making it a compelling anthem for those navigating the emotional currents of desire.
WHO IS XXLTARIK
XXLTARIK is quietly shaping the East Coast’s underground, leaving a trail of late-night studios, packed venues, and whispered buzz wherever he goes. His music—a dark, sultry mix of R&B, alt-pop, and retro funk—pulls listeners into a space that’s both hypnotic and deeply personal, where tension and emotion are as important as melody.
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Born to a Moroccan opera singer who nearly signed a major deal in Casablanca, XXLTARIK inherited a rare vocal discipline—but not without complication. The very voice she disciplined in him is now forbidden for professional use. That paradox of gift and denial runs through everything he creates, giving his songs a unique touch.
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His dedication is relentless. In one recent stretch, he performed 45 shows in 60 days, sometimes playing two venues in one night, before heading straight to the studio after the final set. It’s a work ethic built on obsession, focus, and a refusal to cut corners—a commitment that’s quietly earning him respect across the underground.
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Beyond his solo work, XXLTARIK is a founding force behind The UNDRGRND, a
New Jersey family of over 70 artists. More than a community, it’s a space built on trust, discipline, and uncompromising artistic honesty—away from social media algorithms and fleeting trends. Within it, a movement is forming, grounded in raw expression and a shared pursuit of excellence.
XXLTARIK’s music and performances are cinematic, unpredictable, and visceral—built to be felt as much as heard. Every song, every show, is an exploration of tension, desire, and the paradoxes that define human experience. He isn’t chasing the spotlight; he’s quietly building something that cannot be ignored.
This is the sound, the presence, the force that is XXLTARIK—quiet, relentless, undeniable.
