At the time of their disappearance the band consisted of:
Raymond ''B.O.Dubb'' Ebanks - MC, writer.
Previously part of The Master Brothers. His previous nickname B.O.W. means "The Brother of Word".
Ville ''Mr. Wily'' Mäkinen - Bassist, singer, keyboardist.
Has been a bassist in many small Finnish bands, and has released many mixes on his own, mostly under the name of Will Power. Together with Riku and Okke he forms the DJ trio Skillstersplusone.
Riku ''Infekto'' Pentti - DJ, keyboardist.
Infekto is a Finnish breakbeat pioneer mostly known for the record Occam's Razor. Part of the DJ duo Skillsters, famous for their Skills? Plenty record, and of the DJ trio Skillstersplusone. Also known as Rico Tubbs.
Okke Komulainen - Keyboardist.
Famous both on his own, but more so for being part of the Skillsters and Skillstersplusone.
Ari ''A.T.'' Toikka - Drummer.
Has been playing the drums for 20 years, and has played in several smaller bands as well as being a jump-in.
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Previous members:
Ismo ''Gismo'' Lappalainen - Once a famous DJ in Tampere, Finland, DJ Gismo's life took a turn when Raymond Ebanks asked to rap on his records. Together they founded the Bomfunk MCs. In 2001 Gismo left the group to pursue his dreams, while remaining friends with the rest of the group, and joining Stonedeep.
Rockin' With The Best
Bomfunk MC's Lyrics
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so I pass the test
rockin' with the best
rock rock - rockin' with the best
rockin' with the best
so I pass the test
in any old badass mc contest
Gis is on the scratch
rockin' with the best
so I pass the test
in any old badass mc contest
E-boy the B-boy the one u can't avoid
on the 10 o'clock news and on the tabloids
still rockin' that good old crunchy funk
a with a hi-hat boogie and a bass thata bump
and with a beat like this to make it all crisp
we hit you with a style, u know u can't resist
so get on the floor come get some more
we catch u on the go and I know that u know
on the wheels of steel my man dj Gis
baptizing the beat on a top of the list
breakin' on the curves, slidin' with the ride
blazin' that tune - aimin' up high
now feel the flow surfin' thru ur bones
guarantee to give ur groove more bounce to the ounce
now could it be the bass that we got u all amazed
or is it just fresh cos' ur rockin' with the best
rock rock - rockin' with the best
rockin' with the best
so I pass the test
in any old badass mc contest
rock rock - rockin' with the best
Gis is on the scratch
rockin' with the best
so I pass the test
in any old badass mc contest
jammin' to the feel now this track's for real
u BURN dem SNEAKERS like a psycho bill
wicked on the cut so give ur best shot
smooth with the lick just to move ur butt
kool like that so we make ur hands clap
rollin' with the rhythm or u get ur money back
cos' if it aint the funk u know it ain't the bomb
stuff we deliver can't do no harm
so mc's if ya feelin' me, dj's on the wheels of steel
rockin' crowds with the harmony
keepin' the vibe alive, well and free
badd with the boogie cos' we found the effect
hot boom bap guaranteed to get ya wrecked
filled with the goods so u get no rest
or could it be it's fresh cos' ya rockin' with the best
rock rock - rockin' with the best
rockin' with the best
so I pass the test
in any old badass mc contest
rock rock - rockin' with the best
Gis is on the scratch
rockin' with the best
so I pass the test
in any old badass mc contest
phat bass
phat, phat, phat bass
phat bass
ba.. ba.. bass
phat, phat, phat bass
phat bass
phat, phat, phat bass
on the way to the end, we must comprehend
why we still represent to the full extend
with the rhymes that I bust I make ya curious
if ya really feel the lust or just delirious
cos' when we push ruff u know it's pure cut
raw with the groove - easy to turn it up
we keep it sharp on the edge with a nuff niceness
or could it be it's fresh - cos' ya rockin' with the best
rock rock - rockin' with the best
rockin' with the best
so I pass the test
in any old badass mc contest
rock rock - rockin' with the best
Gis is on the scratch
rockin' with the best
so I pass the test
in any old badass mc contest
rock rock - rockin' with the best
rockin' with the best
so I pass the test
in any old badass mc contest
rock rock - rockin' with the best
Gis is on the scratch
rockin' with the best
so I pass the test
in any old badass mc contest
In "Rockin' With The Best," Bomfunk MC's uses a range of impressive rhymes and clever wordplay to deliver a message of confidence and self-assurance. Throughout the song, they assert that they are among the best in the world of MC'ing and that they are capable of passing any "badass MC contest" that comes their way. This assertion is backed up by their skillful rhymes, which are delivered with precision and energy over a catchy beat.
The lyrics to this song are all about being confident in your abilities and showing off your skills. Whether you are an MC, a scratch DJ, or just a person trying to make their way in the world, this song can be seen as an anthem of self-assurance and determination. The chorus, which repeats the refrain "rockin' with the best," reinforces this message, reminding listeners that if they want to be the best, they have to surround themselves with the best and work hard to earn their place at the top.
The song features a range of interesting wordplay and rhymes, including "wicked on the cut so give ur best shot / smooth with the lick just to move ur butt" and "filled with the goods so u get no rest / or could it be it's fresh cos' ya rockin' with the best." These clever word combinations help to keep the song engaging and interesting throughout its runtime, making it a standout track in Bomfunk MC's repertoire.
Line by Line Meaning
Rockin' with the best
I am doing my best and excelling in any music competition
so I pass the test
I am doing so well that I easily pass any competition or test
rock rock - rockin' with the best
I am crushing it and excelling in music
Gis is on the scratch
DJ Gis is scratching the turntables, creating a unique sound for the music
in any old badass mc contest
I am ready to compete and win against any tough competition or opponent
E-boy the B-boy the one u can't avoid
I am the irresistible and unavoidable E-boy or B-boy dancer
on the 10 o'clock news and on the tabloids
I am making headlines, appearing on the news and tabloids
still rockin' that good old crunchy funk
I am still playing the classic and funky music that is universally loved
a with a hi-hat boogie and a bass thata bump
I am adding a boogie and bump to the music created by the sound of hi-hat cymbals and a deep bass
and with a beat like this to make it all crisp
The beat of the music is outstanding and making it all sound crisp and clear
we hit you with a style, u know u can't resist
My music has a unique style that is irresistible to listeners
so get on the floor come get some more
Join me on the dance floor and let's party all night with more music
we catch u on the go and I know that u know
I know you're dancing along and enjoying the music as you go
on the wheels of steel my man dj Gis
DJ Gis is skillfully scratching the turntables like a pro
baptizing the beat on a top of the list
DJ Gis is creating a unique sound and perfecting the beat
breakin' on the curves, slidin' with the ride
DJ Gis is changing the sound of the music and controlling it smoothly
blazin' that tune - aimin' up high
The music is on fire and reaching new heights
now feel the flow surfin' thru ur bones
The music is flowing and making you feel it all through your body
guarantee to give ur groove more bounce to the ounce
My music is guaranteed to make your groove and dance more lively
now could it be the bass that we got u all amazed
The bass sound of my music is making you all amazed and excited
or is it just fresh cos' ur rockin' with the best
My music is so fresh and will always be the best to rock with
jammin' to the feel now this track's for real
I am enjoying the feel and vibe of the music, and it's all for real
u BURN dem SNEAKERS like a psycho bill
The music is so hot that it's making you dance and groove like a psycho, burning your sneakers
wicked on the cut so give ur best shot
The music is wickedly good and you should give your best shot to dancing and grooving
smooth with the lick just to move ur butt
The music has a smooth sound that is making you move your butt to the beat
kool like that so we make ur hands clap
The music is cool and amazing, making your hands clap along with the beat
rollin' with the rhythm or u get ur money back
The music is on point and if you're not enjoying the rhythm, you can get your money back
cos' if it aint the funk u know it ain't the bomb
If the music doesn't have that classic funk, it's not the bomb of today's music
stuff we deliver can't do no harm
The music we deliver can't do any harm - it's all good vibes
so mc's if ya feelin' me, dj's on the wheels of steel
If you're enjoying my music, then all MCs and DJs should join in and enjoy as well
rockin' crowds with the harmony
My music is rocking and harmonizing well with the crowds
keepin' the vibe alive, well and free
I am keeping the vibe and energy of the music alive, well, and free to enjoy
badd with the boogie cos' we found the effect
I am badass and good at boogie dancing because I found the best way to showcase the effect of the music
hot boom bap guaranteed to get ya wrecked
The hot and fresh boom bap of this music is guaranteed to make you go wild and wreck the dance floor
filled with the goods so u get no rest
The music is filled with good and dance-worthy beats, so you won't be able to rest
or could it be it's fresh cos' ya rockin' with the best
My music is so fresh and will always be the best to rock with
phat bass
The bass sound of this music is huge and powerful
ba.. ba.. bass
The bass sound is being emphasized and repeated
on the way to the end, we must comprehend
As we approach the end, we must understand and appreciate the journey
why we still represent to the full extend
We still represent and perform to the fullest extent, giving our best always
with the rhymes that I bust I make ya curious
My rhymes are interesting and making you curious to hear more
if ya really feel the lust or just delirious
If you're feeling the passion and desire for the music or if you're just delirious and dancing blindly
cos' when we push ruff u know it's pure cut
When I'm making rough and loud music, you know it's the purest form of my craft
raw with the groove - easy to turn it up
The music is raw and easy to turn up, making it even more exciting
we keep it sharp on the edge with a nuff niceness
The music remains sharp and edgy, while still keeping a cool vibe
or could it be it's fresh - cos' ya rockin' with the best
My music is so fresh and will always be the best to rock with
Contributed by Liam E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Antestius Leontius
Always a pleasure to listen to their music, even after 20 years 😊 With catchy beats, punchy rhymes and sharp scratches, they were the highest rated European antagonists of the most famous overseas hip-hop bands.
Александр Костромской
Это, конечно, круть) Таких песен сейчас не пишут. Очень жаль
Lex - psycho
И о чем поют?)
Navsegda Vsegda
@Lex - psycho про лучший белый рок))
Navsegda Vsegda
@Lex - psycho их рок
An A
Жаль .
Radek Wade
perfect flow
VR6 RT
love this one ....the best
Srbelj
rockin with the best, so i pass the test, at any old badass MC contest! this is an incredible song! anyone has it in mp3? upload somewhere and give the link please :)
Jäde tyty
My Dance Song <3