Prior to show biz, Bobo was local artist who appeared in recording studios in California’s Bay Area, collaborating with other hip-hop artists and preparing himself for his debut. Norco is also a member in two rap groups from the Bay Area (Gutta Game & Smak Boyz). In February of 2014, Bobo Norco released his first mixtape Keep It XO. Two of the songs from this mixtape hit the charts on Urban & Top 40 radio, leading to a national media tour.