In 2012, two EPs on Tiga’s Turbo Recordings (with whom Duke has had a long standing relationship) changed all that. ‘For Club Play Vol. 1 & 2’ offered up sweet ecstatic deep house & UK bass cuts that have united people across the spectrum of music, from early club adopters like Annie Mac, Erol Alkan, Diplo, Martyn and Jackmaster to Fearne Cotton on daytime Radio 1, Trevor Nelson on 1xtra and even podcasts by Tiesto and Avicii. On some nights in Duke’s beloved Fabric London, you would hear the anthemic ‘The Giver’ being played in all three rooms at the same time.
Duke’s early career was mentored by Switch (last sighted producing for Beyoncé) and he made his name as the ‘go-to’ man to remake a pop song for the dance floor (Lily Allen and Bat For Lashes were notable clients). In 2011, he moved out of London to the countryside (Hertfordshire, where his studio overlooks a forest) to focus on his original material.
Synthesizing his influences from techno to UK garage and house he brought back goodies from this zen-like exile. ‘For Club Play Only Vol. 1’ was released in April 2012 on Turbo. With ‘Street Walker’ and ‘Thunderclap’ on there, it alerted the heads to the Duke movement and received support from the likes of Jamie Jones and Simian Mobile Disco.
Remixes for AlunaGeorge and Santigold quickly followed, then in August ‘For Club Play Only Vol.2’ featuring ‘No Money Blues’ and ‘The Giver’ made Duke the man to watch. ‘The producer’s producer’ had become the ‘people’s producer’.
‘Need U (100%)’ features 17 year-old starlet A*M*Eon singing duties. With a chunky low-end, funky stabs and silky vocals this is like an early 90s house classic couched in 2013 techno techniques. In 1988 Inner City would have been jealous of this one.
Co-written by teenage wonder-kid MNEK (who recently sung on Rudimental’s ‘Spoons’ with [artistSyron[/artist]) the Duke released ‘Need U (100%)’ in March 2013 on his newly minted Blasé Boys Club label, where it topped the UK charts for two weeks.
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Mumble Man
Duke Dumont Lyrics
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I just dont have the time
woooh
woooh
woooh
woooh
yeah, wooooh
yeah, oh oh
wooooh
oooh oooh
woooooohhh
wooooohhh
woooohhhh
woooohhhh
yeah ooohh
yeah ooohh
yeah
The lyrics of Duke Dumont's "Mumble Man" revolve around highlighting the importance of time over money. The opening lines state "I ain't got time to think about money, or what it can buy. I just don't have the time." This is a clear indication of the priorities of the artist - time being more valuable than money. The chorus comprises a series of "woohs" and "yeahs" which convey the carefree attitude of the Mumble Man. The overall vibe of the song is upbeat and rhythmic which adds to the carefree vibe of the lyrics.
The repetition of the "woohs" and "yeahs" in the chorus depicts the Mumble Man's contentment with the present moment; he is happy with what he has and is not worried about the future. The artist, Duke Dumont, is asking the listener to value their time above everything else. In a world where money can rule our lives and be the sole focus of our attention, the lyrics of "Mumble Man" serve as a reminder to live in the moment and enjoy life. The song is essentially an ode to the simple pleasures in life that require no money but serve as a source of immense happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
I aint got time to think about money, or what it can buy
I am not preoccupied with the idea of money and what material possessions it can bring
I just dont have the time
I am busy and don't have the luxury of dwelling on financial matters
woooh
This is a vocalization and does not convey a specific meaning
yeah, wooooh
An expression of agreement or affirmation, followed by a sound of excitement
yeah, oh oh
Another expression of agreement or affirmation, followed by a sound of excitement
yeah, woooh
Yet another expression of agreement or affirmation, followed by a sound of excitement
wooooh
A continuation of the previously stated vocalization without any significant meaning
oooh oooh
A sound similar to a moan, used as a vocalization without conveying any significant meaning
woooooohhh
Another sound of excitement or exclamation, with no specific meaning
wooooohhh
A continuation of the previous vocalization without conveying any specific meaning
woooohhhh
A longer version of the previous sound, used for excitement or exclamation without conveying a specific meaning
woooohhhh
A repeat of the previous line
yeah ooohh
An expression of agreement with a sound of pleasure or excitement
yeah ooohh
A repeat of the previous line
yeah
An expression of agreement or affirmation
Contributed by Daniel P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Aph
This song and slow dance never gets old
synedtsu
This is such a banger 🔥🔥🔥
Josué Lop
excelente musica saludos desde México lindo y vandido...
littleCawfeeBean XO
Josué Lop saludos Mexico mucho amor Des de Puertorico WHOOO
Ev James
love the drop
TheDusk44
I can only imagine a hot chick dancing this song sensually at the club
wDiego Rivera
oh rly? I always thought this was more like "ambient" music o:
TheRealGrinch94
1:32 AND THE PARTY BEGINS
Ben D
I concur!
drroach912
TheRealGrinch94 I second that. Absolutely amazing work