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
Holiday
Dizzee Rascal Lyrics
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You need a holiday, come see me
I know you're tired of the same old scenery
And I could change all that so easily
Don't worry 'bout a thing, girl, take a chance
I'll take you to the south of France like Cannes
And if anybody can, I can
We could both shop in the Milan
I hope you see it clear
It really don't matter how far or near
'Cause there's no distance that could stop my persistence
Just a few days of the year
Plus I've got clout, so let's ride out
We ain't gotta fly, we can just drive out
We can have a rave or we can hide out
Won't tell nobody, let them find out
If you ain't doing nothing let's fly away
Drive away, get away
We can go to the club or hide away
We can do what you want to, baby
If you ain't doing nothing let's fly away
Drive away, take a holiday
We can go to the club or hide away
We can do what you want to, baby
Don't watch my passport photo, I know I look a bit loco
And I know that my Spanish is so-so
But let's try keep that on the low-low
'Cause we're going to be far
I've got friends that really wanna meet ya
With champagne and a whole lot of love
It's all good darling, a Blue Marlin will please ya
And I'll never let your belly get empty
Even when your belly full you're still sexy
We can ride speed boats, we can ride jet skis
I'll show you the time of your life if you let me
I just want to put a smile on your pretty face
If I didn't it would just be your pretty waste
You do look like a girl with a bit of taste
So I couldn't take you just any place
If you ain't doing nothing let's fly away
Drive away, get away
We can go to the club or hide away
We can do what you want to, baby
If you ain't doing nothing let's fly away
Drive away, take a holiday
We can go to the club or hide away
We can do what you want to, baby
I know you're really busy and I know you got plans
But are you really too busy for a sun tan?
I ain't talking about walking down the high street
I'm talking about laying on a bright white beach
With a Pina Colada or whatever you'd rather
White wine, that's fine, just give me a lager
Then after we'll take a truck to the night spot
The hot spot, the top spot, party around the clock
And when we get there it's strictly VIP
No need for ID, security know me
No waiting in line, no high entry fee
Don't worry about nothing when you're beside me
I'll get you lively and loosen you up
Have a bit of champagne it'll boost you up
I wanna move you up, I wanna take you away
So have a word darling, what do you say?
If you ain't doing nothing let's fly away
Drive away, get away
We can go to the club or hide away
We can do what you want to, baby
If you ain't doing nothing let's fly away
Drive away, take a holiday
We can go to the club or hide away
We can do what you want to, baby
Do what you want to baby
Let's do what you want to babe
The lyrics to Dizzee Rascal's "Holiday" are all about escapism and excitement. The song is about taking a break from everyday life and going on an adventure with someone special. The narrative is directed towards a woman, who is being urged to forget her worries and let loose. The lyrics reference various exotic locations, such as the south of France and Milan, which are intended to be tantalizing and suggestive of luxury and exclusivity. Dizzee Rascal speaks of being able to give his companion a good time, whether it's shopping, dancing, or simply basking in the sun.
The idea of "flying away" is clearly a metaphor for breaking free from the routine of life and experiencing something new and exciting. The song suggests that there are endless possibilities out there, and that anything is possible if you take a chance. The lyrics have an air of urgency to them, as if Dizzee Rascal is desperate to make this trip happen and show his companion just how much fun can be had.
Overall, "Holiday" is a joyful and optimistic song that celebrates the thrill of adventure and the possibilities that come with letting go and experiencing something new. The lyrics are cleverly crafted to paint a vivid picture of exotic locations and luxurious experiences, while also emphasizing the importance of companionship and shared joy.
Line by Line Meaning
Get your passport and your bikini
Prepare yourself for a trip
You need a holiday, come see me
You deserve a break and I'm inviting you to come with me on a vacation
I know you're tired of the same old scenery
You're bored of your current routine and surroundings
And I could change all that so easily
I can provide a refreshing change of pace and scenery for you
Don't worry 'bout a thing, girl, take a chance
Relax and trust me, take a risk and let me show you a good time
I'll take you to the south of France like Cannes
I'll take you to a fancy and beautiful location in southern France like Cannes
And if anybody can, I can
I have the confidence and ability to make this trip amazing for you
We could both shop in the Milan
We can go shopping in Milan, Italy together
I just hope you understand
I hope you realize the opportunity for a great getaway that I'm offering
I hope you see it clear
I hope you understand the value of this vacation and how it can benefit you
It really don't matter how far or near
The distance of the trip doesn't matter as long as we're together
'Cause there's no distance that could stop my persistence
I'm devoted to making this trip happen and have no trouble overcoming any distance barrier
Just a few days of the year
This trip will only take a few days of the year, so it's worth the investment
Plus I've got clout, so let's ride out
I have influence and connections, so let's go on a trip together
We ain't gotta fly, we can just drive out
We don't necessarily have to fly, we can drive to our destination instead
We can have a rave or we can hide out
We can party all night or enjoy a quiet and private time
Won't tell nobody, let them find out
We can keep it between us and let others find out about our amazing vacation
If you ain't doing nothing let's fly away
If you're free, let's embark on a vacation
Drive away, get away
We can drive to our destination or simply get away from our current surroundings
We can go to the club or hide away
We can party at a club or hide away somewhere private
We can do what you want to, baby
We can do what you desire, my love
Don't watch my passport photo, I know I look a bit loco
Don't be too critical of my passport photo, I know I look a bit crazy in it
And I know that my Spanish is so-so
My Spanish language skills could use some improvement
But let's try keep that on the low-low
But let's keep that between us and not draw attention to it
'Cause we're going to be far
Because we're going to a faraway destination
I've got friends that really wanna meet ya
I have friends who are excited to meet you
With champagne and a whole lot of love
They will welcome you with champagne and lots of love
It's all good darling, a Blue Marlin will please ya
Don't worry, my love, a Blue Marlin (a type of boat) will satisfy you
And I'll never let your belly get empty
I will always make sure you're well-fed
Even when your belly full you're still sexy
Even when you're full, you are still attractive to me
We can ride speed boats, we can ride jet skis
We can have fun on the water by riding speed boats and jet skis
I'll show you the time of your life if you let me
I promise to give you an unforgettable experience if you allow me
I just want to put a smile on your pretty face
My goal is to make you happy and see a smile on your beautiful face
If I didn't it would just be your pretty waste
If I didn't make you happy, it would be a waste of your beauty
You do look like a girl with a bit of taste
You have good taste and I want to take you somewhere that reflects that
So I couldn't take you just any place
I have to take you somewhere special and befitting of your taste
I know you're really busy and I know you got plans
I understand you have a lot going on and commitments already
But are you really too busy for a sun tan?
But can you honestly resist the temptation of getting a nice tan?
I ain't talking about walking down the high street
I'm not talking about just casually strolling down the street
I'm talking about laying on a bright white beach
I'm talking about relaxing on a beautiful, bright white sandy beach
With a Pina Colada or whatever you'd rather
Enjoying a Pina Colada or whatever drink you prefer
White wine, that's fine, just give me a lager
If you prefer white wine, that's okay, but I would like a lager beer
Then after we'll take a truck to the night spot
Afterward, we will go to a nightclub in a truck together
The hot spot, the top spot, party around the clock
We will go to the most exciting club spot and party all night long
And when we get there it's strictly VIP
When we arrive, we will be treated as VIPs
No need for ID, security know me
We don't need identification, the club security staff knows me
No waiting in line, no high entry fee
We won't have to wait in line or pay an exorbitant entrance fee
Don't worry about nothing when you're beside me
You don't have to worry about anything when you're with me
I'll get you lively and loosen you up
I'll make sure you have a good time and feel relaxed
Have a bit of champagne it'll boost you up
Drinking a little bit of champagne can also improve your mood and energy levels
I wanna move you up, I wanna take you away
I want to elevate your current state and take you to a better place
So have a word darling, what do you say?
So, my love, what do you think? Are you ready to go on this adventure with me?
Do what you want to baby
We can do whatever you want, my love
Let's do what you want to babe
Let's make sure we cater to your desires, my love
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Adam Richard Wiles, Dylan Kwabena Mills, Nicholas Andrew Detnon
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@simonhill9012
I was 18 when this came out(2009), my mate just passed his driving test, riding around six of us in a corsa with this on full blast and going clubbing every night, mega!
@blobber51
Damn, you’re old bro. I was like in 5th grade when this came out.
@mariancounsellor
This song was everywhere!!
@xxxmickyxxx3
@Jamie how is 31 old?? So silly
@nikitazaikin6382
I was 14 years old back then what year it was that time.
@izfoster1702
I wish I was 18 in 2009 that sounds soooo fun
@mariaharvey9729
This song came out when my depression was at it's worst. I dreamt of a good friend whisking me away for an amazing holiday to forget my troubles. Helped me through some very dark times ❤
@hannahosullivan7096
This song never gets old 😍😍😍
@sevans606
It's a song for the ages
@ryanniv1851
The drop at the end still gives me chills