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.

Turn It Up
Bomfunk MC's Lyrics

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Turn it up
I don't know where you're plugging in
Listen up
Yeah, we're all set to begin
Turn it up
Because we hope you like it loud
Tune it up
Any second now

Making like
Cheeky Monkey grins

And for tonight
I'd love to let you in

Overall Meaning

In "Turn It Up," Bomfunk MC's set a vibrant and lively tone that electrifies listeners. The song commences with the singer not knowing where the listener is "plugging in." Here, the band is trying to engage with the listeners who are trying to connect with a song. They then implore them to "listen up" as they are all set to begin. This is a call to attention as the song is set to commence. They then request that the listeners "turn it up" because they hope that they like it loud. This is a further call for the listeners to get into the song and feel the rhythm. The singer then asks them to "tune it up," which means that they should be as audibly receptive as possible.
The lyrics "making like cheeky monkey grins" illustrate the playful mood that Bomfunk MC's aim to create. Here, they describe themselves having fun and donning a mischievous character as they proceed to give a phenomenal performance. They state that "for tonight, I'd love to let you in." This shows that they are more than willing to give their listeners a night filled with cheer and entertainment. It is apparent that "Turn It Up" is an invitation to enjoy, turn up the volume, and let loose.

Line by Line Meaning

Turn it up
Increase the volume of the music being played

I don't know where you're plugging in
Unaware of the music source that you are using

Listen up
Pay attention to what is about to happen

Yeah, we're all set to begin
All preparations have been made and we are ready to start

Turn it up
Increase the volume of the music being played

Because we hope you like it loud
We have turned up the volume because we assume that you prefer your music loud

Tune it up
Adjust the sound settings to ensure the best quality music

Any second now
The music will begin playing very soon

Making like cheeky Monkey grins
Acting silly and playful like a mischievous monkey

And for tonight
For the duration of the night

I'd love to let you in
I would like to invite you to join the party and enjoy the music with us

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JAAKKO SAKARI SALOVAARA, KARI HEIKKI UNTO KAIVOLA

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@dinocool2065

Turn it up, turn it up, turn it up!
Turn it up, turn it up.
Hey yo! Hey yo! Hit me hit me now.
Captain, crew, we're 'bout to fly low.
Gonna hold it steady, but you never know.
Read the meter, watch with the roll.
Navigator pad, navigator hold.
Ride in superstorm in full control.
Bump with jump, bounce really funk.
Just a little turbulence comin' right at front.

Turn it up, turn it up, can you feel the fire burning.
Turn it up, turn it up, do you feel my heart (it's beating!)
Turn it up, turn it up, can you feel desire
Turn it up, turn it up, let the fire show, don't let go.

Lock and load, raise that pressure.
Right to the edge, maximum and better.
Pass the limitation, this is not a drill.
Fell the drum bling, drumming on the still.
Attention arouses high adrenaling, pumping in your veins.
Warning! Warning! Lights go mad. Your functions fail.
Ain't no room for error, you gotta pre well.

Turn it up, turn it up, can you feel the fire burning.
Turn it up, turn it up, do you feel my heart (it's beating!)
Turn it up, turn it up, can you feel desire mourning life.
Turn it up, turn it up, let the fire show, don't let go.

Don't let go!
Don't let go!
Don't let go..
No no no...

What we are, we've only one shot.
S on you, you gotta beat all the odds.
Situation's outta hand, situation is critical.
Depending on you, depending on the miracle.
No surrender those survivor soul.
Gotta reach the divine, eye of the storm.
Let this be your finest hour, and the lion roar
give you more power.

Turn it up, turn it up, can you feel the fire burning.
Turn it up, turn it up, do you feel my heart (it's beating!)
Turn it up, turn it up, can you feel desire mourning life.
Turn it up, turn it up, let the fire show, don't let go.

Turn it up, turn it up, can you feel the fire burning.
Turn it up, turn it up, do you feel my heart (it's beating!)
Turn it up, turn it up, can you feel desire mourning life.
Turn it up, turn it up, let the fire show, don't let go.

@nikolayhristov8493

35w

Lyrics:
"Turn It Up"
(feat. Anna Nordell)

Turn it up, turn it up, turn it up!
Turn it up, turn it up
Hey yo! Hey yo! Hit me hit me now
Captain, crew, we're 'bout to fly low
Gonna hold it steady, but you never know
Read the meter, watch with the roll
Navigator pad, navigator hold
Ride in superstorm in full control
Bump with jump, bounce really funk
Just a little turbulence comin' right at front

Turn it up, turn it up, can you feel the fire burning
Turn it up, turn it up, do you feel my heart (it's beating!)
Turn it up, turn it up, can you feel desire mourning life

Turn it up, turn it up, let the fire show, don't let go

Lock and load, raise that pressure
Right to the edge, maximum and better
Pass the limitation, this is not a drill
Fell the drum bling, drumming on the still
Attention arouses high adrenaling, pumping in your veins
Warning! Warning! Lights go mad. Your functions fail
Ain't no room for error, you gotta pre well

Turn it up, turn it up, can you feel the fire burning
Turn it up, turn it up, do you feel my heart (it's beating!)
Turn it up, turn it up, can you feel desire mourning life
Turn it up, turn it up, let the fire show, don't let go

Don't let go!
Don't let go!
Don't let go...
No no no...

What we are, we've only one shot
S on you, you gotta beat all the odds
Situation's outta hand, situation is critical
Depending on you, depending on the miracle
No surrender those survivor soul
Gotta reach the divine, eye of the storm
Let this be your finest hour, and the lion roar
Give you more power

Turn it up, turn it up, can you feel the fire burning
Turn it up, turn it up, do you feel my heart (it's beating!)
Turn it up, turn it up, can you feel desire mourning life
Turn it up, turn it up, let the fire show, don't let go

Turn it up, turn it up, can you feel the fire burning
Turn it up, turn it up, do you feel my heart (it's beating!)
Turn it up, turn it up, can you feel desire mourning life
Turn it up, turn it up, let the fire show, don't let go

All comments from YouTube:

@gamemaschina841

2y↑30

One of the best songs ever. Bomfunk MC's are great.

@laurijarvi3679

1y↑25

As a Finn I feel proud for this song 😊

@markdavies7374

40w↑5

And so you should. I am 55 years old and still love this music.

@GTFOIMAO

24w

Isnt it a swedish band? Mixed maybe

@veedubcrew7292

19w

Bro I'm a American but all my family is from Finland and I love y'all's music wayyyy better than most the stuff we have in America

@electrocatalysis8518

12w

Was surprised to find out the band is Finnish. I like these guys and I know more Finnish bands of different styles who are really great. I'd like to greet from Russia, but because of this damned war this might look inappropriate. However, I can't stop myself writing it and can only be sorry for all these things which are happening...