DJ Yoda (born Duncan Beiny) is a British hip-hop turntablist.

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Between 1995 and 1998 he studied English and American Literature at the University of Warwick. During this period he began performing at Mojo, a popular Warwick Hip hop and Soul night until he graduated. After he left university he began releasing underground demo mix-tapes to small music shops. Through the popularity of these tapes, Antidote Records asked him to create an official mixtape, from which 'How to Cut & Paste Mix Tape Vol.1' was released.

During his career he has won a DMC DJ of the Year award in the Scratch DJ category (2001), and was one of 6 nominees for best UK hip-hop DJ in the UK Hip-Hop Awards. He has also been nominated by Q magazine as one of the 'Ten DJs To See Before You Die', has released a series of mix-tapes and has toured the globe with the likes of Goldie and the Scratch Perverts.

He is currently the hip-hop correspondent for Sleaze Nation, The Face, and IDJ magazines, and also writes the DJ page for Hip Hop Connection magazine.

Yoda is currently a resident DJ at London club nights Spread Love, Step Up Front and The Xfm All City Night.

He has been one of the DMC DJ World Finals judges for the last 3 years.

In addition to releasing his own material, he has also performed scratches on Danger Mouse & Jemini's Ghetto Pop Life.

Blister In The Sun
DJ Yoda Lyrics

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When I'm out walking
I strut my stuff
And I'm so strung out
I'm high as a kite
I just might stop to check you out.

[chorus]
Let me go on like I

Blister in the sun
Let me go on
Big hands, I know you're the one.

Body and beats,
I stain my sheets
I don't even know why
My girlfriend, she's at the end,
She is starting to cry.

Let me go on like I
Blister in the sun
Let me go on
Big hands, I know you're the one.

When I'm out walking
I strut my stuff
And I'm so strung out
I'm high as a kite
I just might stop to check you out.

When I'm out walking
I strut my stuff
And I'm so strung out
I'm high as a kite
I just might stop to check you out.

Body and beats,
I stain my sheets
I don't even know why
My girlfriend, she's at the end,
She is starting to cry.

When I'm out walking
I strut my stuff
And I'm so strung out
I'm high as a kite
I just might stop to check you out.

[Chorus]

Overall Meaning

DJ Yoda's song "Blister in the Sun" is a cover of the 1983 hit by American rock band Violent Femmes. The lyrics appear to reflect a restless, carefree spirit who is simultaneously aware of the possibility of love, lust, and infidelity. The singer describes himself as strutting his stuff while high as a kite and checking out anyone who catches his eye. He is aware of the effect he has on others as well, as exemplified by the chorus's repeated "let me go on like I [am a] blister in the sun."

The second verse adds a layer of complexity, as the singer reveals that he "stains his sheets" and does not know why. His girlfriend is upset, suggesting that he may be engaging in extracurricular activities. However, he is not overly concerned and continues to strut his stuff while high, checking out potential partners.

Overall, the song portrays a character who is both desirable and untrustworthy, living in the moment and seemingly uninterested in the consequences of his actions. The catchy, upbeat melody and repetitive chorus allow the listener to dance along and feel the energy of the character's life.

Line by Line Meaning

When I'm out walking
As I wander outside,

I strut my stuff
I flaunt my confidence and style,

And I'm so strung out
And I'm feeling so wired,

I'm high as a kite
I'm euphoric and elated,

I just might stop to check you out.
I may halt to admire you.

[Chorus]
Refrain

Let me go on like I
Allow me to proceed like I'm

Blister in the sun
A rash brought on by sunlight

Let me go on
Permit me to continue

Big hands, I know you're the one.
I realize your significance, big handed person.

Body and beats,
Physicality and rhythm,