Bomfunk MC'S were a Finnish breakbeat and hip-hop supergroup formed in 1997… Read Full Bio ↴Bomfunk MC'S were a Finnish breakbeat and hip-hop supergroup formed in 1997 by Ismo "Gismo" Lappalainen and Raymond "B.O.Dubb" Ebanks, whose hit Freestyler became 1999's best-selling single in Europe. The band were together until around 2005 when they faded from the public eye and ceased to release any work. The current situation of the band is not known for sure, and no certain answer as to whether they are still together or will make music in the future is clear. The band's primary songwriters were it's producer Jaakko "JS16" Salovaara and MC Raymond "B.O.Dubb" Ebanks.

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.

Stir Up the Bass
Bomfunk MC's Lyrics

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Stir up the bass with the accelerator
Stir up the bass when the way you're coming later
Stir up the bass the Bomfunk creator
Stir up the bass when the way you're coming later

Boom boom, with the accelerator
Boom boom, when the way you're coming later
Boom boom, the Bomfunk creator

Boom boom, when the way you're coming later

Stir up the bass with the accelerator
Stir up the bass when the way you're coming later
Stir up the bass the Bomfunk creator
Stir up the bass when the way you're coming later

Boom boom, with the accelerator
Boom boom, when the way you're coming later
Boom boom, the Bomfunk creator
Boom boom, when the way you're coming later

Stir up the bass with the accelerator
Stir up the bass when the way you're coming later
Stir up the bass the Bomfunk creator
Stir up the bass when the way you're coming later

Boom boom, with the accelerator
Boom boom, when the way you're coming later

Boom boom, the Bomfunk creator
Boom boom, when the way you're coming later

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Bomfunk MC's "Stir Up The Bass" are all about hyping up the crowd and creating the ultimate party atmosphere. The verses urge the listener to "stir up the bass" with the accelerator, and come hard and fast "when the way you're coming later". The words are all about getting the party started and creating an electric atmosphere that can't be beaten. The chorus reinforces this idea of excitement and acceleration with the repetition of "Boom boom" and the constant references to Bomfunk and the creative energy they bring.

Overall, the song is a powerful anthem that is all about getting hyped up and ready to party. The verses and chorus all work together to create a sense of excitement and anticipation that is impossible to ignore. Whether you're at a club or just blasting the song at home, "Stir Up The Bass" is the perfect song to get everyone moving and having a great time.

Line by Line Meaning

Stir up the bass with the accelerator
Create a strong and powerful bass with the help of acceleration

Stir up the bass when the way you're coming later
Get the bass going when the time is right and your direction is clear

Stir up the bass the Bomfunk creator
Bomfunk MCs are the originators of this unique and exhilarating sound

Stir up the bass when the way you're coming later
Prepare to unleash the bass when you're sure where you're heading

Boom boom, with the accelerator
Producing a rhythmic and hard-hitting bass with the use of acceleration

Boom boom, when the way you're coming later
The bass beats will soon come alive, once the path is clear for us to follow

Boom boom, the Bomfunk creator
The bass that sets our hearts racing and is the brainchild of Bomfunk MCs

Boom boom, when the way you're coming later
The beat will bang when we are sure of where we are going

Stir up the bass with the accelerator
Create an unforgettable and mind-blowing bass with the speed of acceleration

Stir up the bass when the way you're coming later
Unleash the bass at the perfect moment, when we know where our journey takes us

Stir up the bass the Bomfunk creator
The creators of the beat that makes us want to move and shake