Jermaine Merchant, better known as Kxody Hendrixx, and professionally recognized as Skii Mask Lux XO, is a rapper from Brooklyn, New York, with Jamaican roots. Hailing from the same neighborhood as the late Pop Smoke, Skii Mask Lux XO has developed a distinctive sound that blends creative lyricism, melodic flows, and versatile production, making his style uniquely his own.
In early 2012, after experiencing extreme personal trauma from a relationship that led to suicidal thoughts, followed by a nearly fatal car accident, Skii turned to music as an outlet for healing. During this difficult period, he found comfort and inspiration in the music of The Weeknd. Songs such as “Life of the Party” and “The Zone” became the catalyst that ignited his creativity and helped him see the world from a different perspective.
Living with schizophrenia, Skii Mask Lux XO channels different aspects of his personality into his music through his alter egos, Chase Dash and Demon Skii. Chase Dash represents his more conscious, reflective side, delivering life-inspired lyrics, smooth wordplay, and sensual melodies over slower instrumentals. In contrast, Demon Skii embodies a darker, more aggressive persona, fueled by high-energy party anthems, raw emotion, and strip-club-inspired records that amplify his intensity.
With the iconic XO branded on his hand, Skii officially began his music career in 2020 by releasing the collaborative project All Smoke. During this time, he became involved in a party movement known as The Frat. Introduced by his friend KSolo, Skii embraced the culture, carried on its tradition, and eventually rebranded it as Da Frat Hxouse, laying the foundation for what would become his record label.
In 2022, Skii Mask Lux XO released a string of singles, including “Shak’n” featuring IamSonCie, “Skii’s Revenge,” “With You,” “Don’t Like Me,” and “Tell Me,” featuring IamSonCie and StarrBux. He also released “The Story Begins,” “Push It,” and “My Demons (Demon Juice),” while remastering and re-releasing his debut project, All Smoke. Each release showcased a different side of his artistry, highlighting his versatility, creativity, and ability to seamlessly transition between styles.
In 2023, Skii continued building momentum with the releases of “Crash, Burn, Reload,” “Master Splinter” featuring RealKJ, “Shake Down Da Roof,” “Eyes Closed,” “Pressure” featuring IamSonCie and H.U.S.H., and “Cadillac Seville ’85” featuring Logan Ryan and H.U.S.H. Through every project, Skii Mask Lux XO continues to push creative boundaries, delivering authentic music that reflects both his personal journey and his artistic evolution.