In 1996, Del was ready to release his Future Development album. However, just before its release, Del was released from his recording contract with Elektra Records. Around this same time, Souls of Mischief, Extra Prolific and Casual (all members of Del's Hieroglyphics group) were all released from their recording contracts with Jive Records. Frustrated, Del and the rest of Hieroglyphics decided to start their own record label, called Hieroglyphics Imperium. Because of the problems with Elektra, Future Development was available only on cassette via the Hieroglyphics website for a time, until its eventual widespread release on CD in 2002, six years after its proposed release date.
The mistreatment of Del & Hieroglyphics by their record labels became infamous in hip-hop circles, as a perfect example of "industry rule #4080" (record company people are shady). After Hieroglyphics' successful reemergence with their own independent label, Del & Hieroglyphics became an inspiration for some rap artists to start their own labels while keeping the lion's share of the money for themselves. Arguably the efforts of Del & Hieroglyphics paved the way for other famous independent rap labels known today, such as Roc-a-Fella Records or Rawkus Records.
In 1998, Hieroglyphics came out with their first full length album, Third Eye Vision, in which Del shined. The album was well received by both fans and critics. Two years later, Del came out with Both Sides of the Brain, and in 2001, he released Deltron 3030 with Dan the Automator Nakamura and Kid Koala, which garnered extreme praise for its combination of beats and flow and futuristic style. Deltron 3030 helped expand Del’s audience, though not quite to the commercial mainstream.
Del collaborated with Gorillaz for two songs on their debut album, both of which became singles: "Clint Eastwood" and "Rock the House". In their videos he was portrayed as a clown-like ghost. 2003 saw the release of Full Circle, a second album with the Hiero crew. This latest album has gotten many mixed reviews, with some people liking its originality and display of talents of the entire crew, whereas some have complained that Del was seen only sporadically on the album, acting more like a guest artist.
Del’s lyrics often reflect his imaginative interests, offering humor and themes not usually found in most new hip hop, including video games, bad hygiene, intergalactic rap battles, and more. In 2000, the song "Positive Contact" from Deltron 3030 was featured in the game Mat Hoffman's Pro BMX. In 2001, the song "If You Must" was featured in the game Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3. In 2003, the song "Positive Contact" was again featured in a video game - this time in Tony Hawk's Underground. In 2005, the song "Burnt" featuring Hieroglyphics was featured in the game Tony Hawk’s American Wasteland. In 2006, his song "Catch a Bad One" was featured in the game Mark Ecko's Getting Up: Contents Under Pressure.
Eight years following his last solo album, Both Sides of the Brain, in March 2008 Del released his newest solo, titled Eleventh Hour, under the Definitive Jux record label.
In 2009, Del released Del's Leak Pack #1 (download) & #2 (download) via his MySpace page. In April of 2009 he released his 6th solo album, Funk Man (The Stimulus Package). The album was released online and can be downloaded for free here. He also released a second new solo album, Automatic Statik, via his BandCamp site in September of 2009. October of 2009 saw the release of Del's collaboration with Tame One, entitled Parallel Uni-verses. In January of 2014, he dropped a free album titled Iller Than Most online. On April 20th 2018, Del and producer AMPLIVE collaborated for the entirety of their newest project, GATE 13
Signature Slogans
Del Tha Funkee Homosapien Lyrics
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Del, my main brain function is gang bustin
I aim ??? scrumptious gumption despite ur assumptions
I like lumpin' up dumb cuts w/ abundance
Rhyme resevoirs that glitter like a gun bust (bloaww!)
Obnoxious to coppers and fake Hip-Hoppers
They bite my steez and try to doctor my cross-words
For the highest offer I plot the Oxford
Nocturnal burning herbals, playin' Turbo Graphics
Federal Reserve ur cabbage, u don't deserve to have it
Curb ur habit, a fictional farce and fairy tales
I know u very well, and rise to the top like Ariel
Periscope's up when I loc' up
Landmine logistics, the digits ain't listed
I flood cupboards w/ natural disorder
Cause when I dosha, I switch over
I sent cobras amongst ur rosebuds
No buzz, not even from 500 pounds of Folgers
Go get u a pass, u sniffin' the ass
Pay attention in class, cause if u do that
U might...
Hook:
Get it in focus
Didn't u know this
This mission is hopeless
Pitifull poets
Didn't get no wins
My signature slogans
Splittin' ya open
Hittin' the dosha...???
Better listen closer
...Focus ur mind
Bridge:
My ride quality quantum armed when gone to lunch
And u can come along w/ us
My syllables savvy; Gravity's entrapped in cabins
W/ brain ?seizures? so pack ur aspirin
Burn baby burn ur chapped and blackened like charcoal
But our soul subtracts the sacchrin
And cheesy packaging, we be trafficking the contraband
On a plantation after we break in...
Verse 2:
Nothin' can awaken, shakin' ur mind
W/ blatent basement bombshells that keep strafing
Have faith in Me and Paul
The weed I freeze the remedial and eat 'em like a Peter Paul
Beat em all fair and square, prepare for static
I'm char-is-matic, from hair to fabric
Avid aviator when I'm facin' Vader
Within' divine sacks, I leave ur mind and ur spine tapped
Face the music, embrace the true sense
Of pain, when I stomp ur brain and leave shoe prints
If u hot, then I'm the coolant
I rule w/ ironclad mandibles, they trap u ???
Hook
Verse 3:
When I'm upon the track, it's a common fact, I'm bombing that
Smash it like a pomegranate, better call in management
Tandem mist of cannabis, random sniffs get u ramblin'
The ambulance will handle that, examin' facts
Ferociously, u spoke to me like u close to me
Like u folks w/ me, who u 'sposed to be?
Next thing I know u'll try to dose my weed
Toast to me, cause I broke the speed barrier
Repairin' it is arrogance on ur part
Sure start the core operation, it's hard to face him
Cuz bars away from an incarceration
I ain't into operations that ain't makin' me
Cake up cheese, give or take a G
Feel the nature's breeze on my naked knees
But for leisure, Do not disturb, I'll kick ur keister
Unleash the Beast Wars take three-fourths
When I leap forth, I resort to G Force
U better creep soft, watch where ur feet walk
Or profile meets chalk by the see-saws, retard
Coincidently, simply raw
Fill out this entry form, so we can get beyond
The nifty song u dissed me on
Now u the new contestant on my truth confessions
Teach the youth a lesson they're not used to gettin'
I got a team of writers like the King of Fighters
That never seem to 'tire
That's the reason why u gotta....
Hook (2x)
In Del Tha Funkee Homosapien's song Signature Slogans, the rapper boasts about his unique flow and lyrical abilities while calling out fake hip-hoppers who try to imitate him. He uses vivid imagery, such as "rhyme reservoirs that glitter like a gun bust" and "obnoxious to coppers," highlighting his rebellious and non-conformist attitude towards authority.
Del also raps about his passion for smoking weed and playing video games, with lines like "nocturnal burning herbals, playing Turbo Graphics" and "tandem mist of cannabis, random sniffs get you ramblin'". He urges his listeners to focus on their creativity and individuality, rather than following the mainstream.
With its intricate rhymes and allusions to pop culture, the song showcases Del's unique style and perspective. It is a testament to his reputation as one of the most inventive and influential rappers of his time.
Line by Line Meaning
Del, my main brain function is gang bustin
Del's primary function is to take down gangs
I aim ??? scrumptious gumption despite ur assumptions
Del aims to achieve excellence despite others' low expectations
I like lumpin' up dumb cuts w/ abundance
Del likes to make fun of stupid people a lot
Rhyme resevoirs that glitter like a gun bust (bloaww!)
Del's reservoir of rhymes is like a weapon with shiny ammunition
Obnoxious to coppers and fake Hip-Hoppers
Del is annoying to police and fake rappers
They bite my steez and try to doctor my cross-words
Others copy Del's style and change his lyrics
For the highest offer I plot the Oxford
Del will do anything for money, even plan against Harvard students
Poetical posture that gotcha, like the shocker
Del's poetic stance shocks and surprises his listeners
Nocturnal burning herbals, playin' Turbo Graphics
Del stays up late smoking weed and playing videogames
Federal Reserve ur cabbage, u don't deserve to have it
Del criticizes the banking system and tells people they don't deserve the money they have
Curb ur habit, a fictional farce and fairy tales
Del advises people to stop wasting their time on fake stories
I know u very well, and rise to the top like Ariel
Del is familiar with the industry and has become very successful
Periscope's up when I loc' up
Del is always alert and aware of his surroundings
Landmine logistics, the digits ain't listed
Del has a dangerous strategy and his phone number is private
I flood cupboards w/ natural disorder
Del mixes things up in his life and creates chaos
Cause when I dosha, I switch over
When Del changes his mood, he adapts accordingly
I sent cobras amongst ur rosebuds
Del causes trouble and conflict among people
No buzz, not even from 500 pounds of Folgers
Del can't be influenced by anything, not even caffeine
Go get u a pass, u sniffin' the ass
Del tells people to get out of his way if they don't have anything useful to say
Pay attention in class, cause if u do that
U might...
Del encourages people to learn and improve themselves
Get it in focus
Didn't u know this
This mission is hopeless
Pitifull poets
Didn't get no wins
My signature slogans
Splittin' ya open
Hittin' the dosha...???
Better listen closer
...Focus ur mind
Del's signature slogans divide people and bring focus to their minds
My ride quality quantum armed when gone to lunch
And u can come along w/ us
Del ensures the safety of his vehicle when going out for lunch and invites others to join him
My syllables savvy; Gravity's entrapped in cabins
W/ brain ?seizures? so pack ur aspirin
Del's lyrics are clever and complex, causing physical and mental reactions in listeners
Burn baby burn ur chapped and blackened like charcoal
But our soul subtracts the sacchrin
Del urges people to let go of their artificial selves and embrace their true nature
And cheesy packaging, we be trafficking the contraband
On a plantation after we break in...
Del smuggles hidden messages and themes into his work and protests against oppressive systems
Nothin' can awaken, shakin' ur mind
W/ blatent basement bombshells that keep strafing
Have faith in Me and Paul
Del says that nothing will surprise people anymore but he and Paul will always deliver
The weed I freeze the remedial and eat 'em like a Peter Paul
Beat em all fair and square, prepare for static
Del uses the power of marijuana to face his opponents and win fairly
Avid aviator when I'm facin' Vader
Within' divine sacks, I leave ur mind and ur spine tapped
Del is fearless like a pilot against a strong enemy and his words have a strong impact on listeners
Face the music, embrace the true sense
Of pain, when I stomp ur brain and leave shoe prints
Del tells people to accept reality and expect to be hurt when he criticizes their actions
If u hot, then I'm the coolant
I rule w/ ironclad mandables, they trap u ???
Del has more control and influence than others and can trap his enemies with his powerful words
When I'm upon the track, it's a common fact, I'm bombing that
Smash it like a pomegranate, better call in management
Del dominates the rap scene and destroys everything in his path like a fruit being crushed
Tandem mist of cannabis, random sniffs get u ramblin'
The ambulance will handle that, examin' facts
Del's marijuana smoke causes disorientation and confusion and even requires medical attention
Ferociously, u spoke to me like u close to me
Like u folks w/ me, who u 'sposed to be?
Del criticizes people who pretend to be close to him and asks them who they really are
Next thing I know u'll try to dose my weed
Toast to me, cause I broke the speed barrier
Del warns others not to tamper with his marijuana and takes pride in his fast-paced success
Repairin' it is arrogance on ur part
Sure start the core operation, it's hard to face him
Del accuses others of being arrogant and tells them to accept that he's tough to confront
Cuz bars away from an incarceration
I ain't into operations that ain't makin' me
Del avoids trouble with the law and refuses to engage in unprofitable activities
Cake up cheese, give or take a G
Feel the nature's breeze on my naked knees
Del enjoys making money and being in the outdoors in a natural state
But for leisure, Do not disturb, I'll kick ur keister
Unleash the Beast Wars take three-fourths
Del tells others not to bother him during his free time and is ready to unleash his power
When I leap forth, I resort to G Force
U better creep soft, watch where ur feet walk
Or profile meets chalk by the see-saws, retard
Del moves quickly and with force, warning others to be cautious or risk injury
Coincidently, simply raw
Fill out this entry form, so we can get beyond
The nifty song u dissed me on
Now u the new contestant on my truth confessions
Teach the youth a lesson they're not used to gettin'
Del coincidentally encounters someone who insulted him and invites them to speak honestly and teach a valuable lesson to younger generations
I got a team of writers like the King of Fighters
That never seem to 'tire
That's the reason why u gotta....
Del has a skilled team of writers that continuously produce great work
Get it in focus
Didn't u know this
This mission is hopeless
Pitifull poets
Didn't get no wins
My signature slogans
Splittin' ya open
Hittin' the dosha...???
Better listen closer
...Focus ur mind
Del's signature slogans divide people and bring focus to their minds
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