Dizzee began MCing on pirate radio and at raves at fifteen, but since his mainstream success he has distanced himself from the fledgling scene. Rascal grew up in the East End of London in south Bow in a council estate, raised by his single mother, a Ghanaian immigrant. Little is known about his father, though it is thought that he died when Mills was two. He attributes his musical development to a school teacher who allowed him to skip regular classes and spend time working on music on the school computers.
His music is an eclectic mixture of garage and hip-hop beats with an extremely broad palette of influences, ranging from metal guitars to found sounds, drill and bass synth lines, eclectic samples and even Japanese court music. His vocal performance is also distinctive, he uses a fast version of rapping (known as 'spitting') which blends elements from garage MCing, conventional rap, grime and ragga.
Dizzee Rascal has numerous rivals within the Grime scene, mainly from the Bow, East London area. A notable rival of Dizzee Rascal is Crazy Titch who produced and recorded a diss called "Just An Arsehole" which used the backing track of Dizzee's record of "Jus A Rascal".
Dizzee Rascal has had international endorsements deals with urban brand Ecko and designed his own shoe with Nike. He has also worked with cross genre artist, Beck, on a remix of the song Hell Yes.
He released his debut album in 2003, which was called Boy In Da Corner, winning him the 2003 Mercury Prize. His second album Showtime was released in 2004. His third effort, Maths and English was released in 2007. All three albums received critical acclaim. He experienced commercial success in 2008 when Dance Wiv Me reached the number one spot in the UK charts. His fourth album, Tongue n' Cheek was released in 2009, going platinum for sales exceeding 300,000 units in the UK. Dizzee Rascal's album The Fifth was released in 2013, the same year he received an honorary Doctorate of the Arts from the University of East London.
In 2017, Rascal released Raskit, which as well as building on his sound heralded a return on some songs to the grime sound of his earlier albums.
Discography:
Studio albums:
2003: Boy in da Corner
2004: Showtime
2007: Maths + English
2009: Tongue n' Cheek
2013: The Fifth
2017: Raskit
2020: E3 AF
2024: Don't Take It Personal
2 Far
Dizzee Rascal Lyrics
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Why do people jus ask for things when they don't really want it
They should jus shut up
Uh uh uh uh (whaaat) uh uh (im your fitness instructor) uh uh uh uh
(i jus wanna make my money, you make yours) uh uh uh uh uh uh uh
(it's time for some exercise) uh uh uh (what) uh uh uh uh (make money
Or shut up) uh uh uh uh uh
Yo, I don't promote no violence but if that boy gets arrogant O
Leave that boy in the basement so,
Done with the bat get up jus walk
I'm not a female beater but if that girl gets facety O
Slap that girl all hasty 'cause she might be buff but she's not ruff
I can't believe I'm hearing that boy thinks I'm not dangerous
Let me draw his girlfriend home see you tno slack she'll never go back
Marriage, love, wife please!
All that talk is stupid plus I don't believe in cupid 'cause
Sometimes mo times everyone 2 times
(CHORUS)
Who do they think they are
You push me too far
LOOK I don't care who you are
NO I'm a super, superstar
Who do they think they are
You push me too far
LOOK I don't care who you are
NO
Yo, yo I don't obey no policemen 'cause they forget they're human uh
Get excited quickly but, he ain't got a gun I'll kick him and run (tell him)
Don't talk to me about roaming 'cause queen elizabeth don't know me so
How can she control me when I live street and she lives neat
I love raising conscience but there's jus too much violence uh
I can't stand no nonsense uhhh
Book me, watch me, hear me, pay me
I've been far too friendly now
Everybody wants a favour but I'm not no ones saviour 'cause
Where was you when I was blue?!
(CHORUS)
Yo, talk in the mike I'll talk neat
Talk to your wife I'll talk sweet
Talkin tough I'll talk wid my feet
Rascals run like red meat
Talk act talk rough
Talk sexy talk buff
Saiatan girls talk rough
Talk anything, anywhere, any stuff
Yeah we got style, we'll get cash
Yeah we got style, we'll make cash
Some man talk trash
Act funny act flash
Bring your bora, bring your mash
Get banged, get bashed
We don't care who they are, where they are
If they wanna bring the beef we ain't far
(CHORUS)
I was hot steppin in my nike m sneaker
You didn't know I was an mc beater, defeater
Giving the mc a sleeper
I'm in to win fairly I'm not a cheater
I'm starving, hungry ready to eat her
Your drinks sweet but my drinks sweeter though
I'm getting stronger bro your getting weaker bro
I came straight from the gutter lay low
I'm a ninja turtle you can't step into my circle
In a sound flash I will hurt you
Paper, astor, liverpool
Anyone wanna make paper they put they're face on the floor and chew
That's what a want
I wanna true ting a double bed fling with a true ting
Wiley, rascal that's the bum ting
Gyal wanna bang on my bed
No long ting!
(CHORUS) x 2
In Dizzee Rascal's song 2 Far, the rapper questions why people sometimes ask for things they don't really want or need. He delivers this message in a conversational style with a heavy focus on wordplay and internal rhyme. Throughout the song, Dizzee Rascal touches on a range of topics, including violence, authority, and personal success. He suggests that he is not afraid to stand up to those who try to push him too far, whether they are individuals or institutions. The chorus features the refrain "Who do they think they are? You push me too far," emphasizing the rapper's defiant attitude towards those who would try to control or limit him.
Line by Line Meaning
You really don't have to do this,
Why bother doing something when you do not really want to? People should learn to remain silent!
Why do people jus ask for things when they don't really want it
People who ask for things they do not need should just keep their mouths shut!
They should jus shut up
It's better if people who always ask for things keep their mouths closed!
Uh uh uh uh (whaaat) uh uh (im your fitness instructor) uh uh uh uh
I know you’re wondering why I’m so fit. Let me tell you it's my job, and I’ve got some exercises for you!
(i jus wanna make my money, you make yours) uh uh uh uh uh uh uh
I am only interested in making some money, you should focus on making yours too, and not worry about me!
(it's time for some exercise) uh uh uh (what) uh uh uh uh (make money
It's time to get some exercise and also start making some money!
Or shut up) uh uh uh uh uh
If you don't have something useful or constructive to say, just keep quiet!
Yo, I don't promote no violence but if that boy gets arrogant O
I'm not a violent person, but if someone gets too proud, they might just end up in trouble!
Leave that boy in the basement so,
That overconfident young man deserves to be locked up in the basement!
Done with the bat get up jus walk
After a little beating with a bat, he'll learn his lesson, but that's enough! Let him go now.
I'm not a female beater but if that girl gets facety O
I don't like to hit women, but if a girl gets too rude, there is no harm in giving her a little slap!
Slap that girl all hasty 'cause she might be buff but she's not ruff
That lady needs a quick smack to keep her in line. She may have a good physique, but lacks toughness!
I can't believe I'm hearing that boy thinks I'm not dangerous
That arrogant boy doesn't think I am a dangerous man. I find it unbelievable!
Let me draw his girlfriend home see you tno slack she'll never go back
I'll take his girlfriend out, and she'll see what a real man is like. She will never go back to him again!
Marriage, love, wife please!
I’m not interested in marriage, love, or having a wife! That's not my thing!
All that talk is stupid plus I don't believe in cupid 'cause
All that nonsensical talk about marriage and love is just foolish. Besides, I don't believe in love!
Sometimes mo times everyone 2 times
Sometimes, there are more chances, while other times, there are fewer. But always expect both!
(CHORUS)
The following lyrics are the chorus to the song.
Who do they think they are
Why do some people think they are better than others and act superior?
You push me too far
When people cross a certain line with me, they anger me.
LOOK I don't care who you are
I don't care about someone's status or identity when it comes to matters that bother me.
NO I'm a super, superstar
I know I'm special and have found success in life, which makes me a super, superstar!
Yo, yo I don't obey no policemen 'cause they forget they're human uh
I don't like the police that much because they forget they are people too!
Get excited quickly but, he ain't got a gun I'll kick him and run (tell him)
Policemen get all excited without any reason, but if they become trouble, I won't hesitate to kick and run!
Don't talk to me about roaming 'cause queen elizabeth don't know me so
I don't want to hear anything about wandering. Besides, even Queen Elizabeth doesn't know me, so what does it matter?
How can she control me when I live street and she lives neat
It's not possible for someone who lives a neat life to control someone like me who lives on the street!
I love raising conscience but there's jus too much violence uh
I believe in making people aware of their actions, but there's so much violence all around!
I can't stand no nonsense uhhh
I can't tolerate any form of uselessness or idiocy!
Book me, watch me, hear me, pay me
If you want to benefit from my services, you better book, watch or hear me, and pay me for it.
I've been far too friendly now
I've been too friendly with people for too long, and it’s time to put a stop to it!
Everybody wants a favour but I'm not no ones saviour 'cause
Everyone wants me to help them, but I'm not here to save them, nor anyone else!
Where was you when I was blue?!
When I was in trouble, no one came to help me! But now, everyone wants me to come to their aid!
(CHORUS)
The following lyrics are the chorus to the song.
Talk in the mike I'll talk neat
If you want to hear me speak, I'll talk in a straightforward manner!
Talk to your wife I'll talk sweet
When you talk to your lady, I'll speak in a gentle and calm manner!
Talkin tough I'll talk wid my feet
If someone speaks rudely or tries to intimidate me, I'll respond with my feet!
Rascals run like red meat
I run fast like a rascal, and it's not easy to catch up to me!
Talk act talk rough
I speak and act like a tough guy!
Talk sexy talk buff
Sometimes, I try to be a little flirtatious!
Saiatan girls talk rough
Some of the girls out there talk tough and act rough!
Talk anything, anywhere, any stuff
I can speak about anything, anywhere, and with whomever I wish!
Yeah we got style, we'll get cash
I have a great sense of style, and I'll also make some money while doing my thing!
Yeah we got style, we'll make cash
I'm stylish and can make a lot of money by using my talent and creativity!
Some man talk trash
Some guys just spout garbage nonsense.
Act funny act flash
Some people act very funny and try to show off their wealth or status!
Bring your bora, bring your mash
If you want to cause me trouble or be violent, then bring all the weapons you’ve got!
Get banged, get bashed
If you come to mess with me, you’ll soon find yourself getting hit and punished!
We don't care who they are, where they are
I don't care about someone's background or current status. If they mess with me, they will get what’s coming their way!
If they wanna bring the beef we ain't far
If someone wants to start a conflict, I'm always ready to fight back!
(CHORUS)
The following lyrics are the chorus to the song.
I was hot steppin in my nike m sneaker
I was walking around with my cool Nike sneakers on!
You didn't know I was an mc beater, defeater
You didn't know I was a professional rapper and could beat and defeat any MC out there!
Giving the mc a sleeper
I can give any MC out there a tough time and put them to sleep!
I'm in to win fairly I'm not a cheater
I like winning, but only by playing fairly, and without any cheating!
I'm starving, hungry ready to eat her
I'm always hungry and ready to go to succeed!
Your drinks sweet but my drinks sweeter though
You have your own good things, like your drink, but mine is better than yours!
I'm getting stronger bro your getting weaker bro
As I get stronger and better, my rivals and competitors are just getting weaker!
I came straight from the gutter lay low
I came from humble beginnings and didn't come this far by being too proud or arrogant.
I'm a ninja turtle you can't step into my circle
I'm like a ninja turtle, quick and agile, and anyone who tries to come near me will find it very difficult to do so.
In a sound flash I will hurt you
I am quick to respond and can hurt you in no time at all!
Paper, astor, liverpool
No matter what the situation or location, I'm always ready to take charge and succeed!
Anyone wanna make paper they put they're face on the floor and chew
If someone wants to mess with me or try to make me lose money, they’ll get what's coming to them and will have to face the consequences!
That's what a want
That’s what I desire!
I wanna true ting a double bed fling with a true ting
I want a genuine and real connection with someone, and not just a casual relationship!
Wiley, rascal that's the bum ting
Wiley and Rascal are like-minded individuals, and they live by their own unique code.
Gyal wanna bang on my bed
It's hard for ladies to resist me and they are always willing to have a good time with me!
No long ting!
That's it, no need for further discussion!
Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DYLAN KWABENA MILLS, RICHARD KYLEA COWIE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@OKG2000
it really hurts listening to how great and special these two were together...thats one of the great things that the world truly missed out on
@MadonnaSaigon
Wiley killed this!
@MadonnaSaigon
I'm a ninja turtle,you can't step into my circle in a soundclash I'll hurt you! braaaaaaaap!
@mehdiman7
+Phil Mitchell safe phil.
@MadonnaSaigon
***** people who don't follow fashion,btw do you know how ironic that comment is coming from a fake Phil Mitchell account!...down to the fact Phil hasn't been relevant in years! Loooool
@mezalong
+Phil Mitchell my willy is average at best but you will like it because it is warm.
@declan-910
Boyyyyyyyyyy
@troublesumdemon5595
Yh Wiley kills it in this
@Taxidermistification
A classic album. Always will be.
@jkolaWOLE
+Taxidermistification nowadays 17 year old grime mcs cant even make a decent album even if their life depended on it