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Das EFX's wildly playful, rapid-fire stuttering -- dense with rhymes and nonsense words -- was one of the most distinctive and influential lyrical styles in early-'90s hip-hop. While the duo completely rewrote the MC rule book, they themselves were increasingly pegged as a one-dimensional novelty the longer their career progressed, despite watching elements of their style creep into countless rappers' bags of tricks. Krazy Drazyz (born Andre Weston; Teaneck, NJ) and Skoob (born Willie Hines) were both raised in Brooklyn, but didn't begin performing together until they met at Virginia State University in 1988. Removed from an active music scene, the two were free to develop their most idiosyncratic tendencies; they started making up gibberish words (anything ending in "-iggity" was a favorite) that added loads of extra syllables to their lines, and wove plenty of pop-cultural references into the tongue-twisting lyrical gymnastics that resulted. Das EFX caught their big break when they performed at a talent show judged by EPMD; though they didn't win, EPMD was impressed enough to offer them a deal, and the duo became part of the Hit Squad crew of protégés.
Signing to the East West label, Das EFX began work on their debut album, commuting between Virginia and New York and mailing tapes to EPMD (then touring the country) for guidance. Upon its release in 1992, Dead Serious caused an immediate sensation, and is still considered something of a landmark in hip-hop circles. The first single, the instantly memorable signature song "They Want EFX," was a Top 40 pop hit and a Top Ten R&B hit, and helped push sales of Dead Serious past the platinum mark. Wary of being pigeonholed by repeating themselves, the duo slowed down their lyrical flow and downplayed the surrealistic side of their interplay on the follow-up album, 1993's Straight Up Sewaside, which went gold. Around the time of 1995's disappointing Hold It Down, Das EFX found themselves caught in the middle of EPMD's ugly breakup; it led to a three-year absence from recording. By the time they returned in 1998 with Generation EFX, the group was playing more to a devoted but narrower cult audience; they have remained largely silent since. Steve Huey, All Music Guide
No Diggedy
Das EFX Lyrics
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No diggedy - can I kick a rhyme for your mind?
No diggedy - do we bring it real e'rytime?
No diggedy - can I kick a rhyme for your mind?
No diggedy - Das EFX we rip it e'rytime
*repeat*
Yo yo
Well biggity back from the gutter, ya beat the butter flow comin at'cha
Check the rapture that I miggity manufacture
Body snatcher, here to throw the pitch again
Gotta switch again because we back up in this bitch again (No doubt)
We roll like Michelin, the rapper's know the pedigree
Flowin steadily, yo Boogie Banger rizzy ready G?
I'm miggity made of snakes-n-snails and rock Wally tails
jiggity joined by the balls in case all else fails
Higgity hails from the land of gunsling and I tell ya one thing
diggity Das EFX we run things, hunting
down hardcore clowns and love singers
and I got more styles than Brooklyn got drug slingers (word up!)
Police oppress me, MC's want to stiggity stress me
Tickity talkin more trash than a Hefty
Heaven-to-Betsy when Dray spark the sess, we left
you faggot MC's marked for death
Chorus
Verse 2: Dray, Books
I line up rappers then I drop em like they're dominos (No diggedy!)
And naybody from their poppa to their momma knows (No diggedy!)
We got the flows to get ya hyper, plug up the mic-uh
phiggity-phone and then it's on because I'm just the type-uh
And ain't no diggedy, I flow until infinity, you must be kiddin me
ain't niggity nuttin gettin rid of me
Big up to PMD, forever gettin blunted
Flooded in the triple black Benz 500
I riggity rap like Saram from here to Pakistan
Me and my man came to kick styles out the can
Fridge you with the flow, yo it's the big chill
Ship all pounds plus stack my grants in a hill
So you better set the *?backra?* or ya head'll splat
I smiggity smoked the pot that called the kettle black
Provoke and get your jiggity jaw broke
be -K-L-why-N we no joke!
Chorus
Verse 3: Dray, Books
Well yo the 1 is for them suckers, the 2 is for my shortys
the 3 is for my knuckers puffin els and crackin 40's
Diggy Das EFX you know the text we never slackin
We back and fliggity flex a nigga, check the rappin
Niggas be actin shady!!!!
so I got eyes behind my back and I biggity black the 80
Yo we crazy as they come smokin blunts by the carton
Beg your pardon but MC's is a pain like ????
Sharpen up your skills, it's on the real to break em down
My sound is strictly hardcore underground
Chorus x1 1/2
In the song "No Diggedy" by Das EFX, Dray and Books rap about their skills as MCs and how they will not be taken down. They open the song with the chorus where they ask if they can kick a rhyme for your mind, and declare that they always bring it real every time. They rap about being "back from the gutter," and being "made of snakes-n-snails and rocks Wally tails," referring to their tough backgrounds. They also mention being in the land of gunslinging and how they run things. They are hunting down hardcore clowns and love singers and have more styles than Brooklyn's drug slingers.
In the second verse, they continue to rap about their skills as MCs and how they are unshakeable. They drop rappers like they're dominos and mention how nobody can get rid of them. They shout out PMD and rap about being flooded in their triple black Benz 500. Additionally, they mention kicking styles out the can and fridge you with flow. They demand respect and declare that they're not joking around.
Finally, in the third verse, Dray and Books rap about their crew, Diggy Das EFX, and how they're the best. They mention their shorties, knuckers puffin els and crackin 40's. They're back and ready to flex on anyone who steps to them. They note that MCs are a "pain like ????" and that they're strictly hardcore underground.
Line by Line Meaning
No diggedy - can I kick a rhyme for your mind?
Asking permission to deliver a lyrical verse.
No diggedy - do we bring it real e'rytime?
Questioning whether their style and authenticity are undeniable.
No diggedy - Das EFX we rip it e'rytime
Stating with confidence that they always deliver a powerful performance.
Well biggity back from the gutter, ya beat the butter flow comin at'cha
Starting fresh, coming up from difficult circumstances, with an innovative and smooth flow.
Check the rapture that I miggity manufacture
Exhibiting their exceptional skills in creating an exciting and appealing musical experience.
Body snatcher, here to throw the pitch again
Proclaiming that they are back and ready to deliver new material.
Gotta switch again because we back up in this bitch again (No doubt)
Adapting and evolving to stay relevant in the industry.
We roll like Michelin, the rapper's know the pedigree
Likening themselves to a reliable and top-tier tire brand, demonstrating their superior level of skill among other rappers.
I'm miggity made of snakes-n-snails and rock Wally tails
Describing their rugged and tough origins and personality.
jiggity joined by the balls in case all else fails
Being prepared to take risks and endure hardships to achieve success.
Das EFX we run things, hunting down hardcore clowns and love singers
Boasting that they dominate the rap scene and targeting both shallow and softer artists.
and I got more styles than Brooklyn got drug slingers (word up!)
Asserting that they have an immense variety of rap styles, similar to the high concentration of drug dealers in Brooklyn.
Police oppress me, MC's want to stiggity stress me
Expressing frustration with police brutality and other rappers trying to undermine them.
Tickity talkin more trash than a Hefty
Calling out other rappers for talking too much nonsense and not backing up their claims.
Heaven-to-Betsy when Dray spark the sess, we left you faggot MC's marked for death
Warning other rappers that crossing them will result in serious consequences.
And naybody from their poppa to their momma knows (No diggedy!)
Emphasizing that everyone knows about their skill and reputation.
We got the flows to get ya hyper, plug up the mic-uh
Assuring that their music has the power to energize and excite listeners intensely.
ain't niggity nuttin gettin rid of me
Asserting their permanence in the industry, impossible to eliminate.
Flooded in the triple black Benz 500
Indicating their success by having a high-end luxury car.
Me and my man came to kick styles out the can
Collaborating with their partner to create fresh and new styles of rap.
Fridge you with the flow, yo it's the big chill
Delivering a smooth flow with a cold, relaxed approach.
So you better set the *?backra?* or ya head'll splat
Issuing a warning to other rappers to either step up or suffer the consequences.
I smiggity smoked the pot that called the kettle black
Revealing that they have taken part in activities that others have accused them of doing.
Provoke and get your jiggity jaw broke
Threatening that anyone who attempts to provoke them will face physical harm.
Well yo the 1 is for them suckers, the 2 is for my shortys
Assigning the numbers one and two to different groups of people, indicating their significance and level of respect.
the 3 is for my knuckers puffin els and crackin 40's
Assigning the number three to their supportive fans who enjoy smoking and drinking.
We back and fliggity flex a nigga, check the rappin
Announcing their return with confidence and emphasizing their superior rap skills.
Sharpen up your skills, it's on the real to break em down
Urging other rappers to improve their skills before engaging in a rap battle with them.
My sound is strictly hardcore underground
Describing the nature of their music - hard, gritty, obscure, and primarily appealing to a niche audience.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: WILLIE D HINES, CHRISTOPHER E MARTIN, ANDRE G WESTON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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no skinny jeans, no pop or techno beats, no bragging about money, cars or swag etc.. This Is Real Hip Hop.
jawa 2
No diggety
Bejli Çaushaj
Funny he's the original mumble rapper
Tobias Jeppesen
Keltic Ride what he means is that they have something to hold it in.
American Ambazonian
Even in 2019, still great hip hop. Legends.
Luis Vazquez
Even in 2020
MrGzathelegend
@Luis Vazquez Even in 2022!
Mihai Viteazul
Much love from Romania. Apreciating real rap music here.
fat frumos
Да супер музыка. Румынский рэп тоже хорош , слушаю иногда. Привет от молдованина из России
Yellow Bird
STILL THE REAL HIP HOP!UNBELIVABLE TRACK!