Emcees
* P.O.S. has released four albums under the Rhymesayers record label in conjunction with the Doomtree label. His first album, Ipecac Neat, made its Rhymesayers debut in 2004. His next album Audition released in 2006. His third release, Never Better was released in February 2009. We Don't Even Live Here, his fourth album, came out October 2012.
P.O.S is the de facto leader of the group. He also performs with the punk rock group Building Better Bombs.
* Sims released his first full length album in July 2005, Lights Out Paris. He also released False Hopes 14 in 2009. In 2011, he released Bad Time Zoo to critical acclaim.
* Dessa released one of Doomtree's several False Hopes albums and often performs live with violinist Jessy Greene (who is featured on P.O.S's Audition). She is an accomplished spoken word poet. In January 2010, she released her first solo LP, A Badly Broken Code. 2011 brought Castor, The Twin, which was a re-imagining of many of the tracks from A Badly Broken Code, utilizing a live band.
* Mictlan has released Doomtree False Hopes albums Deity for hire and Deity for Re-hire. In 2008, Mike Mictlan and Lazerbeak released their album Hand Over Fist
* Cecil Otter released Hung Over-seas, a Doomtree False Hopes album in 2003. He was also a finalist in a national spoken word competition inspired by the 2004 presidential election. He released another album, simply titled Cecil Otter's False Hopes, in 2005. In 2006 Cecil Otter released his new full length album Rebel Yellow. He is also signed to Strange Famous Records.
Producers/DJs
* Paper Tiger has produced for Doomtree emcees and often spins records for Doomtree performances. He also provides graphic design for various flyers and other Doomtree visuals. He has released a solo album Made Like Us.
* MK Larada has produced many tracks for Doomtree emcees and is also Doomtree's resident artist. He has released an album Break In Two (Music For B People).
* Lazerbeak has produced many tracks for Doomtree emcees as well as several other Minneapolis hip-hop artists, including Toki Wright. He is also the guitarist of Minnesota indie band The Plastic Constellations. He has released his solo album Legend Recognize Legend
* Turbo Nemesis is the most common Doomtree DJ to spin at performances
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NO WAY
Doomtree Lyrics
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We got cracks in our armor, got cracks in the ceiling
And this axe that we're wielding
Will react when we're feeling that
Crack, attack, attack, and we're on on you like like a Mack Truck
Your honor, we are that fucking filthy
[Sims]
Yuck, I never liked the construct of that square wheel, like "money ain't real"
Wait, but that ain't real. Oh, now I get it
We could take it all and split it, give it to the village
Doomtree villains out for the killing, no kidding
Good man but I went a bit bitter when they took a little bit of the dinner off my plate
High stakes, okay, Ill play, but it ain't your game
And it ain't your rules and it ain't your world, and I brought my crew
We some dirty lip fuck your rules living ugly goons
It's no kings, no way, You're so vain, you probably think it's about you
Well it is and it ain't, and it ain't but it is
I go so fucking nasty no restraint
Well I get props and I play it off, I see them hot and I fade them all
Hello world it's L.O.P. B.T.Z., keep your ring
Move out of my way, let me do my thing
Let me do my thing, I'mma do my thing
[Mike]
Friction lock rivet
Goonish as all fuck, prudent to all stunts
Proving the laws of logarithm like the wag of a dog's tail
Bark back, woof! Light the rag on your cocktail
SPart that, champ on that slang chop
Chump on that chomp rap, probably a stomp sack
Man, give me my prop back
Hold your tooth to my non dap, I ain't no Diddy boy
That Beni know we go scrimp dance
Dougie, don't stop that!
Senor Frreal Z three R zero
None other, who's cooler, hula-hooping through bank zeroes
Hewlett packing, loogie yacking on Don Hero's
Bomb appearance, nights in Paris, raw dogging cross limos
Toss demos, snot rockets blow up the sub-labels
Long tables, calling shots on a crowd potato
The slang mongrel with fanged tonsils
We slay goblins gangly gang violent
Wrangling fake monsters
[POS]
What's up? No kings, No love for your made up things
In the paint but it ain't no game on the wall with a little complaint
Leave that stain, weave through cities dodging rain
No thing but an open door, it's yours
No lie but you've got to get dirty man fix your pride
We some preach them real, reach them, steal them from low ideals type dudes
With a stepped up set of skills and an ick style so kill that wills update daily
No frills or pilled up babies
No posture phony just rock solid un-fuck-with-able dropped knowledge
No love for the bull horns give them
Throns get them in, swarm, let me make friends with a storm
Buddy get up close to the war
Insides out, no love for the boring
Naw, bored, and I bet the hearts off beating
Under hardwood flooring, poor man's Poe
The opening lines of 'No Way' by Doomtree begin with Cecil rapping about the cracks in their armor and the cracks in their ceiling, which metaphorically implies that Doomtree is not a perfect entity, they are not without flaws. He then raps about the axe that they are wielding, which will react when they feel a crack, meaning that when they feel vulnerable, it is then that they will be most dangerous. Sims then weighs in on the track, rapping about how everything is messed up and how the system is designed to fail the common people. However, he believes that money is not the real issue, and the wealth just needs to be redistributed. He speaks about how Doomtree doesn't follow any normal rules of society and they live life on their own terms. Mike steps up next, rapping about his bad-ass behaviour and how he is always ready for a fight.
Line by Line Meaning
We got cracks in our armor, got cracks in the ceiling
We are not perfect, we have weaknesses and flaws in ourselves and our environment.
And this axe that we're wielding
Our actions have consequences and we are responsible for them.
Will react when we're feeling that
Our emotions can influence our decisions and behaviors.
Crack, attack, attack, and we're on on you like like a Mack Truck
We can be ruthless and aggressive when we need to defend ourselves.
Your honor, we are that fucking filthy
We are not ashamed of our rough and raw nature, and we embrace it without apology.
It's 2000 and self destruct and everybody's yelling that shit is all fucked
The world is in a state of chaos and turmoil, and people are struggling to cope with it.
Yuck, I never liked the construct of that square wheel, like "money ain't real"
We reject the conventional beliefs and practices of society that are based on false assumptions and values.
Wait, but that ain't real. Oh, now I get it
We realize that the things we thought were true are actually illusions and misconceptions.
We could take it all and split it, give it to the village
We believe in sharing and distributing resources and wealth to provide for the greater good.
Doomtree villains out for the killing, no kidding
We are determined to succeed and thrive, even if it means challenging the status quo and the powers that be.
Good man but I went a bit bitter when they took a little bit of the dinner off my plate
We can become resentful and angry when we feel that we have been wronged or deprived of our just rewards.
High stakes, okay, Ill play, but it ain't your game
We are aware of the risks and challenges of pursuing our goals, but we are willing to take them on because we believe in our own agency and autonomy.
And it ain't your rules and it ain't your world, and I brought my crew
We refuse to be constrained by the norms and expectations of others, and we find strength and support in our community.
We some dirty lip fuck your rules living ugly goons
We are rebels and outsiders who reject conformity and embrace the raw and rugged aspects of ourselves and our culture.
It's no kings, no way, You're so vain, you probably think it's about you
We reject the notion of hierarchy and authority, and we are critical of those who are self-centered and egotistical.
Well it is and it ain't, and it ain't but it is
There are multiple perspectives and interpretations of reality, and none of them are completely true or false.
I go so fucking nasty no restraint
We can be reckless and impulsive, and we revel in our own intensity and passion.
Well I get props and I play it off, I see them hot and I fade them all
We are skilled and confident, and we enjoy performing and impressing others with our talents.
Hello world it's L.O.P. B.T.Z., keep your ring
We introduce ourselves with pride and defiance, and we reject the superficial symbols of wealth and status.
Move out of my way, let me do my thing
We demand respect and space to pursue our own goals and passions, without interference or judgment from others.
Friction lock rivet
We are tough and durable, able to withstand pressure and adversity.
Goonish as all fuck, prudent to all stunts
We are rough and brutal, but we are also strategic and pragmatic in our actions.
Proving the laws of logarithm like the wag of a dog's tail
We are confident and skilled, able to master complex concepts and skills with ease.
Bark back, woof! Light the rag on your cocktail
We are aggressive and confrontational, willing to fight back with force and violence if necessary.
Spart that, champ on that slang chop
We use unconventional and creative language and slang to express ourselves and communicate with others.
Chump on that chomp rap, probably a stomp sack
We are dismissive of those who are weak or inferior, and we assert our dominance over them.
Man, give me my prop back
We demand recognition and respect for our talent and hard work.
Hold your tooth to my non dap, I ain't no Diddy boy
We reject the shallow and commercialized aspects of mainstream culture, and we refuse to conform to its norms and expectations.
That Beni know we go scrimp dance
We are resourceful and resilient, able to make the most of what we have and find ways to survive and thrive.
Dougie, don't stop that!
We enjoy dancing and moving to the music, and we encourage others to do the same.
Senor Frreal Z three R zero
We use creative and unconventional nicknames and aliases to distinguish ourselves and express our individuality.
None other, who's cooler, hula-hooping through bank zeroes
We are confident and proud of our skills and accomplishments, and we enjoy flaunting our success and wealth.
Hewlett packing, loogie yacking on Don Hero's
We are vulgar and unapologetic, willing to offend and disgust others with our crude behavior and language.
Bomb appearance, nights in Paris, raw dogging cross limos
We enjoy the luxuries and pleasures of life, and we indulge in them without shame or guilt.
Toss demos, snot rockets blow up the sub-labels
We are rebellious and subversive, willing to challenge and disrupt the mainstream music industry and its conventions.
Long tables, calling shots on a crowd potato
We are powerful and influential, able to control and manipulate others to our own ends.
The slang mongrel with fanged tonsils
We are unconventional and creative, using slang and humor to express ourselves and communicate with others.
We slay goblins gangly gang violent
We are aggressive and violent, willing to fight and destroy those who oppose us.
Wrangling fake monsters
We are skeptical and critical of the illusions and falsehoods that pervade our society and culture.
What's up? No kings, No love for your made up things
We reject the idea of authority and hierarchy, and we challenge the false beliefs and values that are imposed upon us.
In the paint but it ain't no game on the wall with a little complaint
We are engaged and active, but we are also frustrated and dissatisfied with the limitations and obstacles that we face.
Leave that stain, weave through cities dodging rain
We are resilient and adaptable, able to overcome adversity and keep moving forward despite setbacks and difficulties.
No thing but an open door, it's yours
We believe in opportunity and access for all, and we reject the idea of exclusivity and privilege.
No lie but you've got to get dirty man fix your pride
We are honest and direct, but we also recognize the need to be humble and willing to make sacrifices for our goals.
We some preach them real, reach them, steal them from low ideals type dudes
We are committed to truth and integrity, and we seek to inspire and educate others to reject false beliefs and values.
With a stepped up set of skills and an ick style so kill that wills update daily
We are constantly improving and evolving, acquiring new skills and refining our style to stay ahead of the curve and achieve our goals.
No frills or pilled up babies
We reject excess and indulgence, and we prioritize simplicity and focus in our lives and work.
No posture phony just rock solid un-fuck-with-able dropped knowledge
We are authentic and grounded, and we are confident in our ability to deliver powerful and meaningful messages and ideas.
No love for the bull horns give them
We are critical and skeptical of those who wield power and influence in our society, and we reject their false promises and empty rhetoric.
Thorns get them in, swarm, let me make friends with a storm
We are unafraid of danger and adversity, and we are able to find opportunity and growth in the midst of chaos and conflict.
Buddy get up close to the war
We are active and engaged, and we are not afraid to confront and challenge the forces of oppression and injustice.
Insides out, no love for the boring
We reject conformity and mediocrity, and we seek to express ourselves and our passions in unconventional and creative ways.
Naw, bored, and I bet the hearts off beating
We are restless and dissatisfied with the status quo, and we seek to inspire and motivate others to pursue their dreams and passions.
Under hardwood flooring, poor man's Poe
We are humble and grounded, able to find beauty and meaning in the ordinary and the everyday.
Contributed by Madison V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.