The group officially formed December 21, 2010, and released its first single and video for "Full Moon (Death Classic)" on March 8, 2011. On April 26, 2011, they released their debut album, the mixtape Exmilitary. NBCNewYork.com called it "an intense, dark listen."
On February 27, 2012 Death Grips signed with Epic and released two albums the same year. The first official album, The Money Store, was released on April 24. Music videos were made for the singles "Blackjack," "Get Got," and "Fever (Aye Aye)." The track "Lost Boys" was also released alone with no video accompaniment.
After a month and a half long ARG involving the deep web, and a spat with Epic over its release, Death Grips leaked the album No Love Deep Web on its website on October 1st, 2012. This resulted in someone closing down the band's website. The band said it was done by the label, which the label denied shortly.
On November 13, 2013, the band spontaneously made available their third LP within two years, Government Plates. The album was posted to their soundcloud page and website, much like No Love Deep Web, but without any sort of lead up or prior hype, except one single, Birds released months beforehand, taking most listeners by complete surprise.
On June 8, 2014, Death Grips released the first half of a new double album featuring BjΓΆrk, The Powers That B. Disc 1 is titled Niggas on the Moon, and features heavy sampling of BjΓΆrk's vocal snippets. Disc 2 is titled Jenny Death.
On July 2, 2014, Death Grips announced on Facebook that they have canceled all tour dates, and are finished as a band, stating: "we are now at our best and so Death Grips is over. we have officially stopped. all currently scheduled live dates are canceled. our upcoming double album "the powers that b" will still be delivered worldwide later this year via Harvest/Third Worlds Records. Death Grips was and always has been a conceptual art exhibition anchored by sound and vision. above and beyond a "band". to our truest fans, please stay legend."
On March 24, 2015, Death Grips announced a world tour, confirming the group is currently active. Their double album, The Powers That B was released officially on March 31, 2015.
On February 7, 2016 the single "Hot Head" from their upcoming album "Bottomless Pit" was dropped.
On March 13, 2016, a video was posted on their official channel of the band being interviewed by Matthew Hoffman. The original audio was removed and replaced with instrumentals made by the band.
On March 18, 2016, the band released more information about the upcoming album, Bottomless Pit. The front and back covers were shown as well as the track list.
Bottomless Pit was released on May 6, 2016, with "Hot Head" and "Eh" as singles. Music videos were produced for "Eh" and "Giving Bad People Good Ideas".
On May 30, 2016, Death Grips released a new track, "More Than the Fairy" featuring musician Les Claypool.
On May 22, 2017, Death Grips announced they were working on a new album, while simultaneously releasing a track/mix entitled "Steroids (Crouching Tiger Hidden Gabber Megamix)", featuring 7 new songs.
In March of 2018, the trio posted two photos on their Instagram account (@bbpoltergiest) stating that they were working on the new record with Andrew Adamson, the director of the Shrek series, and Justin Chancellor, the bassist from Tool.
On March 22, 2018, the band announced on their website (thirdworlds.net) that their new album "Year of the Snitch" was "coming soon..."
April 6, 2018, the cover artwork for "Year of the Snitch" is posted on the band's Facebook page.
On June 22nd, Year of the Snitch was released accompanied by five singles: Shitshow, Hahaha, Flies, Black Paint and Streaky. Rolling Stone would go on to name Black Paint song of the summer.
Lord Of The Game
Death Grips Lyrics
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With no regard for a thing, fuck that I'm the lord of the game
I rule this empire
Lord of the game
Born to reign above all that you claim to know beyond a doubt
Cuz no one has came even close to the train
Of thought we drop like neutron bombs from the tower
Control this and bang this, then watch it rise higher
Than anything seen in your entire
Life spent in chains, sonic live wire
Electrified rain from the lips of the driver
Whippin the wheel
Flippin donuts to peel
Out on the face of the base, where's my lighter?
Need it to kill one more and chill while I feel
It so much my gut burns like the tires
Movin this movement of real shit inspired
By all that has come before this and was done
For the real ones packin real guns loaded with power
Shower the slums with power from the war marching drums that have come to devour
The weakness that runs when we come
Fuckin cowards
When they tell you you must make it
And you think hell no
Got a bad feeling and can't shake it
Hits so low
Lord of the game
Born to reign above all that you claim to know beyond a doubt
Cuz no one has came even close to the train of thought
We drop like neutron bombs from the tower
'Pon which we maintain
Like soldiers of fame
And fortune denied as to to get by without the
Bullshit coming at me from all sides
Nowhere to run, nowhere to hide
Told me it was all good, but they lied
Don't wait to see whites of their eyes
Death to everyone who does not recognize
Wars never done, think it is you die
Where was I now
Like I said before
Hear someone knockin
At my front door
Who could it be, should I ignore
The knockin or see what could be in store
For me if I leave the safety of the shore
So many options, so little time
To do what I want 'fore the end of the line
Places its blade in the small of my spine
Is it paranoia, is it real?
How long can a man enjoy what he doesn't feel
When they ask if you can make it
And you don't wanna go
When they tell you you must make it
And you think hell no
Got a bad feeling and can't shake it
Hits so low
(Rather be stuck naked)
Than waste my time like the last time
And every time before that
Don't waste my time even one more time
When you know that shit is whack
Don't make me remind of you of the last time you
Said youβd never go back.
Fuck where you're from,
Fuck where you're goin,
It's all about where you're at
The lyrics of Lord of the Game by Death Grips featuring Mexican Girl are characterized by a strong sense of power and rebellion. The singer of the song declares himself to be the lord of the game, someone who rules an empire with no regard for anyone or anything else. He boasts about his authority and control, asserting that no one has come close to his level of power and influence. He describes how he drops his train of thought like neutron bombs from a tower, electrifying his listeners with his ideas and assertions. He talks about how he moves the real shit, inspired by the real ones who carry real guns loaded with power. He shower the slums with power from the war marching drums that have come to devour the weakness.
The lyrics go on to describe the sense of paranoia and danger that the singer feels, being targeted by those who would seek to undermine or take his power. He talks about being trapped with no way out, unable to shake the bad feeling that plagues him. He describes the sense of threat as a blade being placed in the small of his spine, something that may or may not be real, but that causes him to question his own perception of reality. He speaks about how he would rather be stuck naked than waste his time on anything that is not real or true.
Overall, the lyrics of Lord of the Game are powerful and intense, full of a sense of rebellion and authority. The song speaks to the idea that true power comes from within, and that one must have the courage to face their fears and stand up to those who would seek to control or manipulate them.
Line by Line Meaning
Into the flame, into the fire
I am willing to take risks and embrace danger.
With no regard for a thing, fuck that I'm the lord of the game
I am confident in my abilities to succeed and am not afraid of any competition.
I rule this empire
I am in control and have power over everything around me.
Born to reign above all that you claim to know beyond a doubt
I am destined to be superior to anyone who thinks they know better than me.
Cuz no one has came even close to the train
No one has been able to match my level of skill and success.
Of thought we drop like neutron bombs from the tower
Our ideas and creativity are explosive and influential.
Control this and bang this, then watch it rise higher
I have the ability to manipulate and influence the success of others.
Than anything seen in your entire
My achievements are more impressive than anything you have ever witnessed.
Life spent in chains, sonic live wire
Living a life without adventure or risk is dull and lifeless.
Electrified rain from the lips of the driver
My words and actions can be powerful and influential, like a storm.
Whippin the wheel
I am in control and driving towards success.
Flippin donuts to peel
I am showing off and having fun with my success.
Out on the face of the base, where's my lighter?
I am enjoying the moment and celebrating my achievements.
Need it to kill one more and chill while I feel
I need to relax and enjoy my success while I take on new challenges.
It so much my gut burns like the tires
I am passionate and driven towards success to the point of physical discomfort.
Movin this movement of real shit inspired
I am driving a movement of ambition and passion that inspires others.
By all that has come before this and was done
I am inspired by those who have achieved success before me.
For the real ones packin real guns loaded with power
The truly successful are those who have the power to make a real impact.
Shower the slums with power from the war marching drums that have come to devour
My ambition and drive will uplift those who have been oppressed and struggling.
The weakness that runs when we come
My success will expose and eradicate any weakness around me.
When they tell you you must make it
People will try to motivate you to succeed.
And you think hell no
But sometimes the road to success seems too daunting.
Got a bad feeling and can't shake it
There is sometimes doubt and fear associated with pursuing success.
Hits so low
This fear and doubt can be paralyzing and discouraging.
'Pon which we maintain
We remain fully in control and on top.
Like soldiers of fame
We are celebrated and respected.
And fortune denied as to to get by without the
We do not need material fortune to be successful and happy.
Bullshit coming at me from all sides
There are always obstacles and challenges to overcome to reach success.
Nowhere to run, nowhere to hide
Sometimes the struggle for success feels inescapable.
Told me it was all good, but they lied
Sometimes the people around us do not offer accurate or helpful advice.
Don't wait to see whites of their eyes
Do not rely solely on others to determine your success.
Death to everyone who does not recognize
Those who do not recognize my success are hindering my growth.
Wars never done, think it is you die
The constant fight for success and growth never really ends.
Where was I now
Sometimes we feel lost and uncertain about our path to success.
Like I said before
This is a feeling I have experienced before.
Hear someone knockin
There are always new opportunities and challenges waiting for me.
At my front door
These opportunities and challenges can be exciting but also daunting.
Who could it be, should I ignore
Sometimes deciding which opportunities to pursue can be difficult.
The knockin or see what could be in store
I must weigh the risks and benefits of each opportunity before acting.
For me if I leave the safety of the shore
Taking risks and pursuing success may require leaving my comfort zone.
So many options, so little time
There are always more opportunities available than time to pursue them.
To do what I want 'fore the end of the line
I must make the most of my time to achieve everything I want in life.
Places its blade in the small of my spine
There are always challenges and threats that can derail my path to success.
Is it paranoia, is it real?
Sometimes it can be difficult to distinguish between real and imagined threats.
How long can a man enjoy what he doesn't feel
Success is not just about achieving material goals, it is also about personal fulfillment.
Rather be stuck naked
I would rather be vulnerable and exposed than waste my time with unfulfilling pursuits.
Than waste my time like the last time
I do not want to squander my time on things that do not matter.
And every time before that
I have made this mistake in the past and do not want to repeat it.
Don't waste my time even one more time
I am determined to make the most of my time moving forward.
When you know that shit is whack
I will not waste my time on things that are pointless or unfulfilling.
Don't make me remind of you of the last time you
I do not want to be reminded of past failures or mistakes.
Said youβd never go back.
I am determined to move forward and not repeat past mistakes.
Fuck where you're from,
Your upbringing and background do not determine your potential for success.
Fuck where you're goin,
The journey towards success is more important than the destination.
It's all about where you're at
Your current situation and mindset are what matter most in achieving success.
Contributed by Daniel S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@bernardobaptista5129
LYRICS
Lord of the Game
Death Grips
Into the flame, into the fire
With no regard for a thing, fuck that I'm the lord of the game
I rule this empire (I am the God of hell fire)
Lord of the game
Born to reign above all that you claim to know beyond a doubt
Cuz no one has came even close to the train
Of thought we drop like neutron bombs from the tower
Control this and bang this, then watch it rise higher
Than anything seen in your entire
Life spent in chains, sonic live wire
Electrified rain from the lips of the driver
Whippin the wheel
Flippin donuts to peel
Out on the face of the base, where's my lighter?
Need it to kill one more and chill while I feel
It so much my gut burns like the tires
Movin this movement of real shit inspired
By all that has come before this and was done
For the real ones packin real guns loaded with power
Shower the slums with power from the war
Marching drums that have come to devour
The weakness that runs when we come
Fuckin cowards
When they tell you you must make it
And you think hell no
Got a bad feeling and can't shake it
Hits so low
Lord of the game
Born to reign above all that you claim to know beyond a doubt
Cuz no one has came even close to the train of thought
We drop like neutron bombs from the tower
'Pon which we maintain
Like soldiers of fame
And fortune denied as to to get by without the
Bullshit coming at me from all sides
Nowhere to run, nowhere to hide
Told me it was all good, but they lied
Don't wait to see whites of their eyes
Death to everyone who does not recognize
Wars never done, think it is you die
Where was I now
Like I said before
Hear someone knockin
At my front door
Who could it be, should I ignore
The knockin or see what could be in store
For me if I leave the safety of the shore
So many options, so little time
To do what I want 'fore the end of the line
Places its blade in the small of my spine
Is it paranoia, is it real?
How long can a man enjoy what he doesn't feel
When they ask if you can make it
And you don't wanna go
When they tell you you must make it
And you think hell no
Got a bad feeling and can't shake it
Hits so low
Rather be stuck naked
Than waste my time like the last time
And every time before that
Don't waste my time even one more time
When you know that shit is whack
Don't make me remind of you of the last time you
Said you'd never go back
Fuck where you're from
Fuck where you're goin
It's all about where you're at
@DickDreamhands
just annihilated my 6 year old nephew in uno
edit: i am no longer allowed to babysit
@jennydeathlol
Chad move
@bebbist
good job.
@abigguy354
king
@waldorfthepig1431
Ok
@madgigahz
show no mercy
@jonathanalberts459
βI am the god of hellfireβ
βI am the beast I worshipβ
DG really helping me with my self confidence
@fostertv7495
Ok
@nottherealpaulsmith
mr. grips believes in you
@joeim12
DG is more about self destruction bro