The song name itself is a play on words, “space hos” referring to “space host” which is what space ghost is, with his intergalactic talk show, and “space hoes” which are the cartoon ladies doom references in his verses.
“Space Ho’s” features a sample from the Keith Mansfield Orchestra’s 1969 song “Morning Broadway”. Mansfield’s orchestra is also sampled in another track on this album; “Funky Fanfare” is used by Danger Mouse for the beat in “Old School Rules”.
A Madlib remix of this track appeared on the "Occult Hymn EP".
Space Hos
DANGERDOOM Lyrics
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I don't believe this!
I get rid of those two evil maniacs who try to ruin my show
And I get two evil GUESTS who are trying to ruin my show
[Zorak]
FEH!
Just who came up with the stupid idea
[MF Doom]
How they gave his own show to Tad Ghostal
Any given second he could go mad postal
Stay wavin that power band space cannon
And have the nerve to jump in the face, of Race Bannon
Punked out; luckily he deaded it
And guess who's the schmuck whose credited with editing it?
Your man Moltar, the cop out
Ain't have no other career choice, he dropped out
Since when the Way-Outs included Zorak
Way back he used to rub his thorax in Borax
{*Zorak laughs*} I'm not the one that sold him to it
If he won't admit it, I'm not gonna hold him to it
It's all love and no hate though
For all that, the Villain need to get his own late show
Do a monologue and jest with the guests
Madlib, switch the beat and walk him to the desk
With Danger holding down the control room
Late again returning from commercial - I told you Doom!
Early, he's on B.P.T.
Catch him on public access free TV
And we're back, live on the air with Brak {"Hey!"}
So Brak, how your man got a show that's so whack? {"What?"}
Have you ever thought to work with Err and Ignignokt an' them?
{*Err laughs*} And do you got enough oxygen from this toxic phlegm?
Another sec', his neck woulda got flames
Mouse switched the screen to some hot dames
Tonight's audience will receive miscreant video games
And fifteen seconds of fame - pitiful lames!
It's just a shame; I'm zonin
Competin for the same prime time slot as Conan
No dummy, Ichigawa
Announcement free lunch to any stunt who lets me plow her
In the shower for an hour, the kids 'sposed to be asleep
Or else to join it sound like Road Runner - BEEP BEEP!
Later this week - Big Ben Klingon
After him there's no one else we could afford to bring on
... Keep it ghetto
And let 'em know, B.Y.O.B. from the get go
[*ahem*] I'd like to propose a toast
To the grossest host, Space Ho's Coast to Coast
That destructo ray's a played out gag
And the cape and the pants suit, lookin like a straight out...
Dag! Don't mean to sound crunchy
Hit a honey from the back and crumpled up her scrunchie
A light snack, hungry munchie
Felt a funny hunch that she told him donkey punch me
Tomorrow it's Father Guido Sarducci
Father MC, and Charo "Coochie Coochie"
With her new best seller, "Who You Call a Hoochie?"
A proud sponsor of the snoochie boochie noochies
Look Leela eyeball to eyeballs
And find out how to get inside them sugar pie walls
Our next guest a real cutey specimen
And she's startin to get a little booty, Miss Judy Jetson
So Judy; boxers, briefs or fig leaf?
As you know I wear my boxers so my big...
Cue the rapper tell him bring what little he got
Up against the Villy, it's really not diddly-squat
Until they head hurts - when it come to wreck
Crews is like them dudes in red shirts off Star Trek
He Kirk, he Spock, he McCoy
Been be -boy, since you jerks first squeezed toys
Born to be the host with the most
When it's on it's on, Space Ho's Coast to Coast
[Space Ghost]
You think I'm just gonna hand over my show to you Doom?
Have you lost your {fucking} mind?
Listen; I'm not gonna hand my show over to you
You know why? Because, it's my show
Mine, not yours - Space Ghost
It ain't "Doom Coast to Coast"
Yeah, yeah sure, here are the keys to the show
Why don't you drive for a while?
Yeah America's cravin some Doom, here you go
The song "Space Ho's" by DANGERDOOM is a collaboration between MF DOOM and producer Danger Mouse, released in 2005. The track features a variety of characters from the cartoon series Space Ghost Coast to Coast, including Space Ghost himself, Brak, and Zorak. The song analyzes the phenomenon of Space Ghost's talk show and the ridiculousness of it all, with DOOM delivering clever and humorous rhymes over a jazzy hip-hop beat.
The lyrics start with Space Ghost expressing frustration at the guests on his talk show, Zorak and Brak. MF DOOM then goes on to reflect on how Space Ghost even got a talk show in the first place, and critiques his demeanor and behavior on the show. He suggests that he should have his own late-night talk show and jokes with guests like Madlib.
DOOM then goes on to insult Space Ghost's powers, clothing, and the quality of his show in general. He eventually proposes a toast to the "grossest host" and declares himself to be the true host with the most. The song ends with Space Ghost refusing to hand over his show to DOOM.
Overall, "Space Ho's" is a clever commentary on the absurdity of television, celebrity culture, and the perceived importance of late-night talk shows. DOOM's intricate rhymes and wordplay showcase his clever lyricism and unique perspective on pop culture.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't believe this!
I am in disbelief about the situation that is happening.
I get rid of those two evil maniacs who try to ruin my show
I successfully removed two individuals who were attempting to ruin my show.
And I get two evil GUESTS who are trying to ruin my show
However, now I have two new evil guests who are also trying to ruin my show.
Just who came up with the stupid idea
Who was the person responsible for the foolish concept?
Of giving Space Ghost a talk show in the first place?
Why was the decision made to give Space Ghost a talk show in the first place?
How they gave his own show to Tad Ghostal
How did they provide Tad Ghostal with his own show?
Any given second he could go mad postal
At any moment, he could become extremely angry and uncontrollable.
Stay wavin that power band space cannon
He constantly wields his powerful space cannon.
And have the nerve to jump in the face, of Race Bannon
He even has the audacity to confront Race Bannon directly.
Punked out; luckily he deaded it
He backed down from the confrontation, fortunately.
And guess who's the schmuck whose credited with editing it?
Guess who is foolishly given credit for editing the show?
Your man Moltar, the cop out
Moltar, your associate, is the one who took the easy way out.
Ain't have no other career choice, he dropped out
He had no other career options, so he quit.
Since when the Way-Outs included Zorak
When did Zorak become a part of the Way-Outs?
Way back he used to rub his thorax in Borax
In the past, he used to rub his thorax with Borax.
{*Zorak laughs*} I'm not the one that sold him to it
I am not the person who convinced him to do it.
If he won't admit it, I'm not gonna hold him to it
If he refuses to admit it, I will not force him to accept responsibility.
It's all love and no hate though
There is only love and no hatred in this situation.
For all that, the Villain need to get his own late show
Despite everything, the Villain should have his own late-night show.
Do a monologue and jest with the guests
He should perform a monologue and engage in humorous conversations with the guests.
Madlib, switch the beat and walk him to the desk
Madlib, change the musical rhythm and accompany him to the desk.
With Danger holding down the control room
Danger is responsible for managing the control room.
Late again returning from commercial - I told you Doom!
Once again, he is late returning from a commercial break, just as I warned.
Early, he's on B.P.T.
He starts the show earlier than the scheduled time.
Catch him on public access free TV
You can find him on free public access television.
And we're back, live on the air with Brak {"Hey!"}
We have returned and are live on the air with Brak.
So Brak, how your man got a show that's so whack? {"What?"}
Brak, can you explain how your associate has such a terrible show?
Have you ever thought to work with Err and Ignignokt an' them?
Have you ever considered collaborating with Err and Ignignokt?
{*Err laughs*} And do you got enough oxygen from this toxic phlegm?
And do you have enough air to breathe in this toxic atmosphere?
Another sec', his neck woulda got flames
If it lasted a few more seconds, his neck would have been set on fire.
Mouse switched the screen to some hot dames
Mouse changed the screen to display attractive women.
Tonight's audience will receive miscreant video games
The audience for tonight's show will be given deviant video games.
And fifteen seconds of fame - pitiful lames!
They will also experience fifteen seconds of fame, but it is a pathetic and insignificant achievement.
It's just a shame; I'm zonin
It is truly unfortunate; I am feeling detached and distant.
Competin for the same prime time slot as Conan
We are competing for the same prime time television slot as Conan.
No dummy, Ichigawa
I am not an idiot, my name is Ichigawa.
Announcement free lunch to any stunt who lets me plow her
I am offering a free meal to anyone who allows me to engage in sexual activity with her.
In the shower for an hour, the kids 'sposed to be asleep
I spend an hour in the shower while the children are supposed to be asleep.
Or else to join it sound like Road Runner - BEEP BEEP!
Otherwise, the noise they make will resemble the sound of Road Runner saying 'Beep Beep!'
Later this week - Big Ben Klingon
Coming later this week is Big Ben Klingon.
After him there's no one else we could afford to bring on
Once he is finished, there is no one else we can afford to invite as a guest.
... Keep it ghetto
Let's maintain a level of authenticity and keep it raw and unrefined.
And let 'em know, B.Y.O.B. from the get go
Make sure to inform them to bring their own beverages from the beginning.
[*ahem*] I'd like to propose a toast
Clearing my throat, I would like to make a toast.
To the grossest host, Space Ho's Coast to Coast
Here's to Space Ho, the most repulsive host of Space Ho's Coast to Coast.
That destructo ray's a played out gag
The destructo ray has become an overused joke.
And the cape and the pants suit, lookin like a straight out... Dag!
The cape and pants suit look ridiculous and laughable.
Don't mean to sound crunchy
I don't want to sound prudish or judgmental.
Hit a honey from the back and crumpled up her scrunchie
I engaged in sexual activity from behind and messed up her hair scrunchie.
A light snack, hungry munchie
I had a small snack because I was feeling hungry.
Felt a funny hunch that she told him donkey punch me
I had a suspicion that she asked him to surprise me with a specific sexual act.
Tomorrow it's Father Guido Sarducci
Father Guido Sarducci will be here tomorrow.
Father MC, and Charo "Coochie Coochie"
Also, Father MC and Charo with her famous catchphrase 'Coochie Coochie'.
With her new best seller, "Who You Call a Hoochie?"
She has a newly released popular book called 'Who You Call a Hoochie?'
A proud sponsor of the snoochie boochie noochies
She is a proud supporter of the snoochie boochie noochies.
Look Leela eyeball to eyeballs
Leela, let's have a direct and intense conversation.
And find out how to get inside them sugar pie walls
Let's discover the secrets to accessing their intimate desires.
Our next guest a real cutey specimen
Our upcoming guest is an attractive and unique individual.
And she's startin to get a little booty, Miss Judy Jetson
Miss Judy Jetson is beginning to develop a shapely behind.
So Judy; boxers, briefs or fig leaf?
Judy, what type of underwear do you prefer: boxers, briefs, or a fig leaf?
As you know I wear my boxers so my big...
You are aware that I wear boxers for my large...
Cue the rapper tell him bring what little he got
Get the rapper ready and inform him to prepare what little he has.
Up against the Villy, it's really not diddly-squat
Compared to the Villain, his abilities are insignificant and meaningless.
Until they head hurts - when it come to wreck
They will continue to challenge until they experience a headache - they cannot compete with my skills.
Crews is like them dudes in red shirts off Star Trek
The crews they assemble are similar to the expendable characters in red shirts from Star Trek.
He Kirk, he Spock, he McCoy
One portrays Kirk, another Spock, and the third McCoy.
Been be-boy, since you jerks first squeezed toys
I have been a skilled breakdancer since the time you amateurs played with action figures.
Born to be the host with the most
I am destined to be the host who possesses the greatest talent and charm.
When it's on it's on, Space Ho's Coast to Coast
When the show is running, it is a captivating experience on Space Ho's Coast to Coast.
You think I'm just gonna hand over my show to you Doom?
Do you honestly believe that I will simply give you control of my show, Doom?
Have you lost your {fucking} mind?
Are you out of your mind?
Listen; I'm not gonna hand my show over to you
Listen carefully; I will not surrender control of my show to you.
You know why? Because, it's my show
Do you understand the reason? It is because the show belongs to me.
Mine, not yours - Space Ghost
It is mine, not yours - I am Space Ghost.
It ain't "Doom Coast to Coast"
The show is not called "Doom Coast to Coast".
Yeah, yeah sure, here are the keys to the show
Fine, here are the metaphorical keys to the show.
Why don't you drive for a while?
Why don't you take control and host the show for a period?
Yeah America's cravin some Doom, here you go
Yes, America desires the presence of Doom, so here you have it.
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