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
Jus' a Rascal
Dizzee Rascal Lyrics
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He's just a rascal
He's just a rascal, Dizzee Rascal
He's just a rascal
He's just a rascal
He's just a rascal, Dizzee Rascal
He's just a rascal
He's just a rascal
He's just a rascal
He's just a rascal (yo London stand up tall)
He's just a rascal, Dizzee Rascal (blood)
Stress on the brain, complain to the fool
Stress on the brain complain to the max
I'm gonna search for big money stack
Top tens and platinum plaques
Ain't got no need for a chain of a chaks
I'm a rude boy, dangargan, daps
I got this game in my head like dax
Got this game in my hand, be cool
Unstoppable, make a boy relax
I'll take cheese from the Jills and Jacks
We make money off album tracks
Come on I'll face it, let's all face facts
You may beef, but I have some chaps
What's that, but I'm invisible to all
Foolish fake'ish cats
Maybe, but I have some of that
Stress on the brain, complain to the fool
Stress on the brain complain to the know
Gotta get money, got get a lot of dough
No less than a G for the show
Ain't got no love for a hack or a ho
Do tings, have flings with girls on the low
I get round all ways in a go
I get round all ways in a rush
Can't stop I won't ever hush
Drinking beer make my lot lush
When I come to the crotch with crush
Never chat shit, talk shit get flushed
I talk tough 'cause life's been rough
Gritty, shitty life ain't been to pretty far from buff
So I'm off to the elegant stuff
He's just a rascal
He's just a rascal (yeah)
He's just a rascal, Dizzee Rascal (what's mi mothafuckin' name?)
He's just a rascal
He's just a rascal
He's just a rascal, Dizzee Rascal (yeah)
He's just a rascal (what?) (rascal)
He's just a rascal (rascal) (what?)
He's just a rascal, Dizzee Rascal (rascal) (what?)
He's just a rascal (rascal) (haha, haha)
He's just a rascal (rascal)
He's just a rascal, Dizzee Rascal
Definitely I hustle blad, definitely I grind
So you can try anything you won't I definitely don't mind
Definitely got my ting, I definitely know your face
So don't jump out your prime, I'll definitely put you in your place
Definitely I hustle blad, definitely I graft
So you can chat anything you want
'Cause I'll definitely will jus laugh
Definitely got my swords, definitely got them sharp
So don't keep talking like you bright, 'cause it definitely will get dark
Listen, definitely I hustle blad, definitely I fly
So you can chat anything you want, I'll definitely just sigh
Definitely know I'm real, definitely no you ain't
So don't try being no devil, 'cause I definitely ain't no saint
Definitely I hustle blad, definitely I win
So you keep taking this for a joke, and I definitely will just grin
Definitely can't of herd, definitely couldn't know
Don't talk like your on top, I'll definitely leave you below
He's just a rascal
He's just a rascal
He's just a rascal, Dizzee Rascal (oi) (what's mi mothafuckin' name?)
He's just a rascal
He's just a rascal
He's just a rascal, Dizzee Rascal (yeah) (these randoms cannot talk)
He's just a rascal (brap) (rascal)
He's just a rascal (rascal) (brap)
He's just a rascal, Dizzee Rascal (rascal) (brap, brap, brap)
He's just a rascal (rascal) (brap, yeah)
He's just a rascal (rascal) (yeah)
He's just a rascal, Dizzee Rascal
Bug roll ya, so stay low, I might have to get live o
And ya don't need the stress as I grow so
Jus sit like I'm hot like a kettle
You might get scolded or burnt up
But I guarantee the fed won't turn up
Hang it up, yo you must give it up
Like a bitch go fetch ya makeup
I'm street wise hang with bare phat guys so
Baptize, make the whole crew capsize
Slap guys that wanna talk pork pies
Look, Rasket known to attack guys
So no lies, maybe I recognize, sp
When I bore through there is no clear skies
Jack guys, kidnap and cap guys
Rep's up, rampage, stab with glass
The song "Jus' a Rascal" by Dizzee Rascal talks about his life as a rascal who is always in search of money and success. The song also speaks about the struggles of his life and how he has come out on top. The catchy chorus with its repetitive use of the word "rascal" is a nod to his nickname and his overall persona as a mischievous and streetwise person.
The lyrics in the first verse talk about Dizzee's aspirations to make money and his disinterest in flashy accessories and symbols of wealth like jewelry. He speaks about his confidence in his ability to create good music and earn money from it. The second verse talks about his focus on making money and how he doesn't have any time for distractions like relationships with women. He also talks about his fondness for beer and how he deals with people who talk too much.
The third verse talks about his street smarts, and how he can handle any situation. He speaks about his confidence in his skills and his determination to succeed no matter what. The song is a declaration of his rascal nature, and he does not shy away from owning up to it.
Line by Line Meaning
He's just a rascal
Dizzee Rascal is a mischievous person
He's just a rascal, Dizzee Rascal
The song is being performed by Dizzee Rascal, who is a mischievous person
He's just a rascal (yo London stand up tall)
Dizzee Rascal wants his hometown of London to stand up and acknowledge him
Stress on the brain, complain to the fool
Having stress on his mind, Dizzee Rascal vents his frustrations
Stress on the brain complain to the max
Dizzee Rascal is completely overwhelmed by his stress
I'm gonna search for big money stack
Dizzee Rascal desires to find a lot of money
Top tens and platinum plaques
He wants his music to reach the top, achieving high sales and popularity
Ain't got no need for a chain of a chaks
Dizzee Rascal isn't interested in jewelry and status symbols
I'm a rude boy, dangargan, daps
Dizzee Rascal is a rough guy who greets others with a fist-bump
I got this game in my head like dax
He has a plan for success and knows how to execute it
Got this game in my hand, be cool
Dizzee Rascal is in control and handling things calmly
Unstoppable, make a boy relax
He's unstoppable and puts others at ease
I'll take cheese from the Jills and Jacks
He'll take money from anyone
We make money off album tracks
Dizzee Rascal's music is profitable
Come on I'll face it, let's all face facts
Dizzee Rascal wants everyone to be realistic
You may beef, but I have some chaps
He's prepared to fight anyone who messes with him
What's that, but I'm invisible to all
He's not bothered by haters who try to bring him down
Foolish fake'ish cats
Dizzee Rascal doesn't have time for phony people
Maybe, but I have some of that
He might have some fake qualities too
Stress on the brain complain to the know
He voices his stress and frustration again
Gotta get money, got get a lot of dough
Dizzee Rascal needs and wants a lot of money
No less than a G for the show
He won't perform unless he's paid at least $1,000
Ain't got no love for a hack or a ho
Dizzee Rascal has no respect for mediocre artists or women that he perceives to be promiscuous
Do tings, have flings with girls on the low
He engages in casual relationships with women secretly
I get round all ways in a go
He's successful in various areas
I get round all ways in a rush
He's busy with many projects
Can't stop I won't ever hush
He's unstoppable and won't be quieted
Drinking beer make my lot lush
Dizzee Rascal enjoys partying and drinking alcohol
When I come to the crotch with crush
He's successful with women despite their initial reluctance
Never chat shit, talk shit get flushed
He doesn't talk nonsense and is quick to shut down others who do
I talk tough 'cause life's been rough
Dizzee Rascal is hardened because of his difficult past
Gritty, shitty life ain't been to pretty far from buff
His life has been tough and not glamorous
So I'm off to the elegant stuff
He's moving on to finer things
Definitely I hustle blad, definitely I grind
He works hard and grinds to get what he wants
So you can try anything you won't I definitely don't mind
Others can try to undermine him, but he won't be affected
Definitely got my ting, I definitely know your face
He has a weapon and knows who he's dealing with
So don't jump out your prime, I'll definitely put you in your place
Don't mistake Dizzee Rascal's calm demeanor for weakness, he will fight back if provoked
Definitely I hustle blad, definitely I graft
He works hard and tirelessly
So you can chat anything you want
It doesn't matter what others say
'Cause I'll definitely will jus laugh
Dizzee Rascal will laugh off their attempts to bring him down
Definitely got my swords, definitely got them sharp
He's skilled in combat and knows how to use his weapons
So don't keep talking like you bright, 'cause it definitely will get dark
Don't overestimate your abilities, as there will be repercussions
Listen, definitely I hustle blad, definitely I fly
He works hard and is ambitious
So you can chat anything you want, I'll definitely just sigh
He'll respond with a sigh when others try to provoke him
Definitely know I'm real, definitely no you ain't
He's authentic and knows when others are not
So don't try being no devil, 'cause I definitely ain't no saint
Don't try to mess with him, because he's not afraid to fight back
Definitely I hustle blad, definitely I win
He works hard and always comes out on top
So you keep taking this for a joke, and I definitely will just grin
He'll just laugh off the haters
Definitely can't of herd, definitely couldn't know
Others can't keep up with him or understand him
Don't talk like your on top, I'll definitely leave you below
He'll bring down those who try to act superior to him
Bug roll ya, so stay low, I might have to get live o
He's warning others to stay away, or things might get violent
And ya don't need the stress as I grow so
He's successful now, don't ruin it for him
Jus sit like I'm hot like a kettle
He's confident and successful
You might get scolded or burnt up
Those who stand in his way might get burned
But I guarantee the fed won't turn up
He knows how to avoid the police
Hang it up, yo you must give it up
Stop trying to compete with him, it's a lost cause
Like a bitch go fetch ya makeup
Stop trying to act tough, you're not fooling anyone
I'm street wise hang with bare phat guys so
He's knowledgeable about street life and hangs out with intimidating people
Baptize, make the whole crew capsize
He dominates others and causes their downfall
Slap guys that wanna talk pork pies
He'll physically confront anyone who's lying to him
Look, Rasket known to attack guys
Dizzee Rascal is known for starting fights
So no lies, maybe I recognize, sp
He won't lie, and is honest about his intentions
When I bore through there is no clear skies
His actions cause chaos and destruction
Jack guys, kidnap and cap guys
He'll rob or kidnap anyone he needs to in order to succeed
Rep's up, rampage, stab with glass
He's tough and violent
Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Dylan Kwabena Mills, Tesmond Rowe, Vegard Vardoen
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Rach
He's just a rascal
He's just a rascal
He's just a rascal, Dizzee Rascal
Yo London stand up tall
Stress on the brain complain to the fool
Stress on the brain complain to the max
I'm gonna search for big money stacks
Top tens and platinum whacks
Ain't got no need for a chain of a chaks
I'm a rude boy, I ain't got no gargen dax
I got this game in my hand like dax
I got this game in my hand be cool
Unstoppable, make a boy relax
I'll take teeth for the money and jaks
We make money off album tracks
Come on I'll face it, lets all face facts
You may be some handsome chaps
What's that but I'm invisible to all
Foolish fakish cats, Roll Deep will have some of that
Stress on the brain complain to the max
Stress on the brain complain but I know
Gotta get money, gotta get a lotta hoe
No less than a G for a show
Ain't got no buff or ill dudes
Who think I hang with the low
Ain't get round all ways in a go
I get round all ways in a rush
Can't stop ya, I won't ever hush
Drinkin beer make my lot lush
When I come to the crotch with crush
Never chat shit, talk shit, get flushed
I talk tough coz life's been rough
Gritty, shitty, life ain't been to pretty far from buff
So I'm off to the elegant stuff (Listen)
He's just a rascal
He's just a rascal
He's just a rascal, Dizzee Rascal
Definitely I hustle blad, definitely I grind
So you can try anything you want, I'll definitely don't mind
Definitely got my ting, I definitely know your face
So don't jump out your primo, I'll definitely put u in your place (yeah)
Definitely I hustle blad, definitely I graft
So you can try anything you want, I'll definitely just laugh
Definitely got my swords, definitely really sharp
So don't keep talking like your bright, you'll definitely get dark (listen)
Definitely I hustle blad, definitely I fly
So u can try anything you want, I'll definitely just sigh
Definitely know I'm real, definitely know you ain't
So don't try and be no devil, coz I'm definitely no saint (hear me now)
Definite I hustle blad, definitely I win
So you keep takin this for a joke, I'll definitely just grin
Definitely can't of heard, definitely couldn't know
So don't talk like your on top, if you're definitely below
He's just a rascal
He's just a rascal
He's just a rascal, Dizzee Rascal
Bug roll ya, so stay low
I might have to stop get live-o
And you don't need the stress agro
So just sit like I'm hot like a kettle
You might get scolded or burnt up
But I guarantee the fedz won't turn up, hate to brag
Yo you must give it up
Act like a bitch go fetch your make up
I'm street wise with the phat guys
So spectize, make the whole crew capsize, slap guys
When I talk, walk past, I wrestle guys, so no lives
When I pour true, there is no clear skies
Jackass kidnapped that guys capped
That guys replaced with gaz
Antonio Pedrina
Dizzee has made some absolute classics
Cuzjudd
Still holds true today, 12 years later
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MC BANKS 2023
The style of his verses in this track, so unique, unknown and, raw as fook. Love it. The chorus, the beat, the verses, absolute classic this.
By Any Means Necessary
yeah he goes hard in that last verse.
eric tim
everything but his jacket
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kyle wilkinson
never gets old could release it now and it would bang
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korber De Kraai
He's one of the best rappers. We got a new legend here ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ