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.

Where's The Party At
Bomfunk MC's Lyrics

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Where's The Party At

Be be-boys!
And be be-girls!
The red neck _____
Of this world!

Celebrating the flow,
The boogey back ___,
The one's that make ya,
Feel at home.
You'll need ___,
By my side,
Keepin' it ___,
Really funk-a-fied
A posse at my door,
With the whole ______,
We gonna make ya,
Enjoy the ride!
Now if you wanna hustle,
Do it outside.
It's right about time, we,
Want some old school rhymes!
Ya go ___ keep jive,
So soul alive.
Before you even know,
The ___________.
We come right back,
With a ____ to ____.
And just to make sure,
That you're having great time, and
The fruit-I-lishious green,
Is one of a kind, I wanna
See them hands up,
Â?¦Sky high!

You ready to get this party on?
(Where's the party at?)
It's time to get a posse on!
(Where's the party at?)
It's the funk with this shit on!
(Where's the party at?)
Ah! Ah!
What? Ah! Ah!

You ready to get this party on?
(Where's the party at?)
It's time to get a posse on!
(Where's the party at?)
It's the funk with this shit on!
(Where's the party at?)
Ah! Ah!
What? Ah! Ah!

c'mon!
Bring it on!
Bring it on!
Bring it - bring it down!
Bow - didee - bow,
Da - bow - wow - Da bow!
Tonight's the night,
We gonna have it all!
So whatcha self,
We got alcohol,
'Cause we don't trip
Nobody on the floor!
___ fresh here,
Fresh out the ____.
Looking real good,
Like a million bucks!
And the sounds that you hear,
Definitely rocks!
So with the ____ moves,
Baby, baby don't stop!
C'mon baby, go
Yes, yes sure!
You be out there flirting,
And ya know the score!
'Cause we ain't gonna party,
Like the last day of war!
Funking it up,
Until the early morn
Now that's what ____,
So pop the popcorn,
My old school homies,
Are just getting warm!
But don't you worry back,
We gonna see the ____.
So jam - __________
________ c'mon!

You ready to get this party on?
(Where's the party at?)
It's time to get a posse on!
(Where's the party at?)
It's the funk with this shit on!
(Where's the party at?)
Ah! Ah!
What? Ah! Ah!

You ready to get this party on?
(Where's the party at?)
It's time to get a posse on!
(Where's the party at?)
It's the funk with this shit on!
(Where's the party at?)
Ah! Ah!
What? Ah! Ah!

c'mon!
Clap - clap your hands!
Clap - clap your hands!
Now do that dance!
And no we won't stop,
'Cause it's just too hot!
But if you feel dizzy,
I suggest you ___ a lot!
We got some more,
Then oatmeal stock!
This one's t____
I'm a doin' ____.
Take a boom from the ____
Cool, like ___
Now gonna ____
Just keep it _____.
If the bass don't come,
I'm sure that's the 'bom'
Appreciate the fact,
That you are Mr. ____.
So please keep it on,
Like a new day ___
If you got to ____
Then leave you alone.
Na! Na! Na!
It's alright!
__ it on, don't get,
Too uptight.
'Cause that's the way,
The ball bounces, right?
But it'll come back,
And that's a matter of fact.
You can't do that,
With the ______.
But all I wanna know is,
Where's the party at!

You ready to get this party on?
(Where's the party at?)
It's time to get a posse on!
(Where's the party at?)
It's the funk with this shit on!
(Where's the party at?)
Ah! Ah!
What? Ah! Ah! Ah!

You ready to get this party on?
(Where's the party at?)
It's time to get a posse on!
(Where's the party at?)
It's the funk with this shit on!
(Where's the party at?)
Ah! Ah!
What? Ah! Ah! Ah!

Come on!
Pump it up! Pump it up!
Like that y'all!
Like that y'all!
C'mon! c'mon!
Bomfunk MCs
Bringin' it to you real!
Mix the beat
My ________.

B.O.W
Bomfunk MC's

Overall Meaning

The song "Where's the Party At" by Bomfunk MC's is a fun and upbeat track that encourages everyone to get up and dance. The lyrics suggest that the party should be about celebrating the good times and enjoying the music. The use of slang and creative phrasing adds to the overall sense of excitement and energy.

The song begins by addressing the "be be-boys" and "be be-girls" of the world, suggesting they should come together and celebrate. The first verse talks about the happiness and feeling of belonging that comes from being at the right party with the right people. The second verse talks about the importance of staying fresh and funk-a-fied while partying with a posse.

Throughout the song, the lyrics encourage everyone to keep dancing and keep the party going. There is a sense of inclusivity that is reinforced when the lyrics suggest that no one should be left out or tripped up, and that everyone should be flirtatious and having a good time. The repeated refrain "where's the party at?" reinforces the idea that this is a song meant to inspire people to seek out and embrace the best parties in their communities.

Line by Line Meaning

Be be-boys!
Calling out to the male breakdancers!

And be be-girls!
Calling out to the female breakdancers!

The red neck _____
The rebellious and unconventional individuals in society

Of this world!
Who don't conform to societal norms

Celebrating the flow,
Embracing the natural rhythm and energy of life

The boogey back ___,
The rhythmic and infectious dance moves that bring people joy

The one's that make ya,
Those dance moves that truly make you

Feel at home.
Feel comfortable and embraced

You'll need ___
You'll need friends and supporters

By my side,
Standing together in unity

Keepin' it ___
Keeping the atmosphere lively and exciting

Really funk-a-fied
Infused with a high level of funk and energy

A posse at my door,
A group of friends and like-minded individuals waiting to join the party

With the whole ______,
With everyone ready to have a great time

We gonna make ya,
We are going to ensure that you

Enjoy the ride!
Have a fantastic and enjoyable experience

Now if you wanna hustle,
If you want to dance and have a good time

Do it outside.
Do it freely and without any inhibitions

It's right about time, we,
It's the perfect moment, we

Want some old school rhymes!
Want to listen to classic and nostalgic hip-hop lyrics

Ya go ___ keep jive,
You go and keep dancing

So soul alive.
So energized and full of spirit.

Before you even know,
Before you realize

The ___________.
The party and the energy it brings

We come right back,
We return once again

With a ____ to ____.
With a fresh and exciting sound

And just to make sure,
And to ensure

That you're having great time, and
That you're enjoying yourself to the fullest

The fruit-I-lishious green,
The delicious and refreshing feeling of being in the moment

Is one of a kind, I wanna
Is unique and incomparable, I want to

See them hands up,
To see everyone raising their hands

Â?¦Sky high!
To the highest extent!

You ready to get this party on?
Are you prepared to start the celebration?

(Where's the party at?)
Where is the gathering taking place?

It's time to get a posse on!
It's time to gather a group of friends!

It's the funk with this shit on!
It's the energetic and lively music playing!

Ah! Ah!
Expressing excitement and anticipation!

What? Ah! Ah!
What did you say? Excitement and anticipation!

c'mon!
Come on, let's go!

Bring it on!
Bring it on, let's start!

Bring it on!
Bring it on, let's continue!

Bring it - bring it down!
Bring the energy down, let's take a break!

Bow - didee - bow,
Expressing rhythm and sound through vocalization

Da - bow - wow - Da bow!
Further expressing rhythm and sound through vocalization

Tonight's the night,
This is the perfect night

We gonna have it all!
We are going to experience everything!

So whatcha self,
Be aware of yourself

We got alcohol,
We have drinks and spirits

'Cause we don't trip
Because we don't stress or worry

Nobody on the floor!
No one stumbling or falling while dancing!

___ fresh here,
Something new and exciting here

Fresh out the ____.
Straight from the source, brand new

Looking real good,
Appearing attractive and appealing

Like a million bucks!
Like a person who is very successful and confident!

And the sounds that you hear,
And the music that you are listening to

Definitely rocks!
Is exciting and enjoyable!

So with the ____ moves,
So with the incredible dance moves

Baby, baby don't stop!
Baby, baby continue dancing without stopping!

C'mon baby, go
Come on, baby, keep going

Yes, yes sure!
Absolutely, without a doubt!

You be out there flirting,
You are out there enjoying yourself

And ya know the score!
And you know how to have a good time!

'Cause we ain't gonna party,
Because we are not going to have a dull time

Like the last day of war!
Like it's the last day of a period of conflict!

Funking it up,
Making it lively and energetic

Until the early morn
Until the early hours of the morning

Now that's what ____
Now that's what we call

So pop the popcorn,
So get ready for an exciting experience!

My old school homies,
My longtime friends

Are just getting warm!
Are just starting to have a good time!

But don't you worry back,
But don't worry, my friend

We gonna see the ____.
We are going to experience something amazing!

So jam - __________
So jam to the energetic and lively music

________ c'mon!
Everyone, come on and join us!

Clap - clap your hands!
Make a clapping sound with your hands!

Clap - clap your hands!
Continue to make a clapping sound with your hands!

Now do that dance!
Now perform a dance!

And no we won't stop,
And we will not quit

'Cause it's just too hot!
Because it's too exciting and lively!

But if you feel dizzy,
But if you start to feel lightheaded

I suggest you ___ a lot!
I suggest you hydrate yourself

We got some more,
We have more to give

Then oatmeal stock!
Than even the most stocked-up pantry!

This one's t____
This one's top-notch

I'm a doin' ____.
I'm doing great and having a blast.

Take a boom from the ____
Get inspired by the energy and excitement in the air

Cool, like ___
Cool, like the temperature dropping

Now gonna ____
Now gonna continue moving and grooving

Just keep it _____.
Just keep the energy and momentum going

If the bass don't come,
If the bass doesn't start playing

I'm sure that's the 'bom'
I'm sure that's when the party truly kicks off!

Appreciate the fact,
Appreciate the reality

That you are Mr. ____.
That you are the one who's experiencing this amazing event

So please keep it on,
So please continue to enjoy yourself

Like a new day ___
Like a new and refreshing day

If you got to ____
If you have to leave

Then leave you alone.
Then let you go without disturbance

Na! Na! Na!
Expressing excitement and joy

It's alright!
Everything is fine and enjoyable!

__ it on, don't get,
Keep the energy going, don't get

Too uptight.
Too anxious or stressed.

'Cause that's the way,
Because that's how

The ball bounces, right?
Things work out in unexpected and unpredictable ways, right?

But it'll come back,
But it will come back around

And that's a matter of fact.
And that's something that is certain.

You can't do that,
You can't achieve that

With the ______.
Without the energy and vibe of a party.

But all I wanna know is,
But all I want to know is

Where's the party at!
Where is the location of the celebration!

c'mon!
Come on, let's go!

Pump it up! Pump it up!
Increase the energy and excitement!

Like that y'all!
In that lively and energetic manner!

C'mon! c'mon!
Come on, let's go!

Bomfunk MCs
The name of the music group performing this song

Bringin' it to you real!
Delivering an authentic and genuine music experience!

Mix the beat
Blend and combine the rhythm and music

My ________.
My fellow music creators and collaborators

B.O.W
An abbreviation that represents the energy and vibe of the song

Bomfunk MC's
The name of the music group performing this song

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JAAKKO SAKARI SALOVAARA, RAYMOND EBANKS, RUMMY RAMADHAN NANJI

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