Born in London, Dumile moved with his family to Long Island, New York at a young age. He began his musical career in 1988 as a member of the East Coast hip-hop trio KMD, at which time he performed under the name Zev Love X. KMD disbanded in 1993 following the death of Dumile's brother, DJ Subroc. After taking a hiatus from the music scene, Dumile reemerged in 1998, when he began performing at open mic events while wearing a mask. He adopted the MF DOOM persona and rarely made unmasked public appearances from that time onward. His metal mask resembles that of Marvel Comics supervillain Doctor Doom, who is depicted rapping on the cover of his 1999 debut solo album Operation: Doomsday. In the early 2000s, Dumile also released solo albums under the pseudonyms King Geedorah and Viktor Vaughn.
MF DOOM appeared in several collaborative projects such as Madvillain (with Madlib), DANGERDOOM (with Danger Mouse), DOOMSTARKS (with Ghostface Killah), JJ DOOM (with Jneiro Jarel), NEHRUVIANDOOM (with Bishop Nehru), and Czarface Meets Metal Face (with CZARFACE).
Dumile was born on 9 January 1971 in London, England, the son of a Trinidadian mother and a Zimbabwean father. His family moved to Long Island, New York, when he was a child; Dumile remained a British citizen. Dumile grew up in Freeport, New York, and first started DJ'ing during the summer after third grade. Dumile had lived in London since 2009. Dumile was a follower of the Nuwaubian Nation.
Dumile created the MF DOOM character as an alter ego with a backstory he could reference in his music. The character combines elements from the Marvel Comics supervillain Doctor Doom, Destro, and the Phantom of the Opera; like Doctor Doom and Phantom, Dumile referred to himself in the third person while in character. His signature mask was similar to that of Doctor Doom, who is depicted rapping on the cover of Dumile's 1999 debut album Operation: Doomsday.
Dumile wore the mask while performing, and would not be photographed without it, except for short glimpses in videos and in earlier photos with KMD. Later versions of the mask were based on a prop from the 2000 film Gladiator. Academic Hershini Bhana Young argued that, by appropriating the Doctor Doom mask, Dumile "positions himself as enemy, not only of the music industry but also of dominant constructions of identity that relegate him as a black man to second-class citizenship".
Dumile's rap persona MF DOOM was known for his unique free-association rap style, challenging the conventional style of rhyming and flow. His interest in cartoons, comics and other pop culture realms as well as his distinct sampling/production inspired many contemporary artists today.
On December 31, 2020 it was announced on Dumile's Instagram and Facebook by his wife Jasmine, that the rapper had passed away on October 31 of that year at the age of 49.
After his death, Variety described him as one of the scene's "most celebrated, unpredictable and enigmatic figures". Dumile is considered one of the most celebrated and influential musicians in hip-hop. The English musician Thom Yorke, who collaborated with Dumile on two occasions, wrote: "He was a massive inspiration to so many of us, changed things... For me the way he put words was often shocking in its genius, using stream of consciousness in a way I'd never heard before." Stereogum, reviewing Operation: Doomsday on its 20th anniversary, noted Dumile's "formative" influence on younger rappers. El-P of Run the Jewels described him as a "writer's writer", while Q-Tip called him "your favorite rapper's favorite rapper".
Mash's Revenge
MF DOOM Lyrics
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Go get your girlfriend
Ay! And nowyou is 'bout to dance
Like you ain't never danced before
This one'll have you get the
Trash hash out the stash
As they say, "Ash to Ash"
I'll be peeing in the pool, ka-splash!
You may feel a slight drizzle
Villain give a squealer a candlelight vigil
Couldn't find a healer with a whistle
In the line of sight
And he hold the mic like
A fistful of dynamite
They wonder how he built his C note tower
All before zero hour it's tree grow power
Then he go shower to scour off the funk
And watch a so-called comp cower soft punk
The god is the oddest fella you'll find
Paid to speak his mind
Like Father Jealous Divine
He came to rock the banquet, rank it
Along with two of the baddest
Broads to act stank wit, blank spit
Dilla raise the beat like a anchor banker
Overstand the Super plays the heat
Will shank a wanker
He drank a tank of angst, thank ya
Guess what? Chicken head butts
Hit a rhyme on time
Like kicked 'em dead in the nuts
Oh the victim had guts prepare to stick 'em
I'll slick 'em in the cut
Go sell a spear chucker voodoo
Got'ed her off wholesale mare
Schmuck new spew
So sell a beer trucker doodoo
Foes go to hell in a seersucker muumuu
DOOM! Guilty! Dilla, Dilla!
Grind for the paper, hot like Sanka
Top notch ranker, clock my banker
Dead Presidents
Sick dudes - I'm the medicine
Storming in your residence when
I'm in my element no contest
I get hot and go unconscious
- ya boy is automatic
Now go play in traffic, the flow is graphic
With no theatrics
Still rock sold out shows for practice
Call it a walk-through def the
Wrong one to talk to
Beef ain't nothin I can't
Stick a fork through
We break bread, eat good, and pour brew
Cheers!
Come toast to the one with respect to
The utmost on more than one coast
GS, check the style I splash
To make the listener wanna pile my cash
King of the Hill, money is the issue
It's all on me tell 'em bring me the bill
Daddy Warbucks
Shift gears in the armored truck
Like Big Daddy Kane when I warm it up
Fans scream for the two man team
Doom and Guilty - Hip Hop supreme
The denim is blue but the pockets green
Big knots in jeans, you can't stop the kings
He wants to get his girlfriend?
Is he actively pursuing a relationship with his girlfriend?
Go get your girlfriend
Take the initiative and go be with your girlfriend
Ay! And now you is 'bout to dance
Now you're going to dance and enjoy yourself
Like you ain't never danced before
With enthusiasm and energy, as if it's your first time dancing
This one'll have you get the
This song will motivate you to
Trash hash out the stash
Throw away inferior substances from your stash
As they say, 'Ash to Ash'
Following the saying 'ashes to ashes,' symbolizing a fresh start
Jewels free rash, fools ask the mask need me?
Will people still desire and seek the masked persona?
I'll be peeing in the pool, ka-splash!
I'll disrupt the norm and cause a commotion
You may feel a slight drizzle
You might experience minor setbacks or obstacles
Villain give a squealer a candlelight vigil
The villain sarcastically offers a solemn commemoration for a betrayer
Couldn't find a healer with a whistle
Unable to find someone to resolve or fix the situation
In the line of sight
Easily noticeable or within immediate view
And he hold the mic like
He firmly grasps the microphone, just as
A fistful of dynamite
Someone gripping a handful of explosive power
They wonder how he built his C note tower
Curiosity arises regarding his monetary success and empire
All before zero hour it's tree grow power
Achieving growth and influence even before a critical moment
Then he go shower to scour off the funk
He cleanses himself to remove negative energy and refresh
And watch a so-called comp cower soft punk
Observe an alleged competitor tremble in fear, feeling weak
The god is the oddest fella you'll find
This unique individual is exceptional and unconventional
Paid to speak his mind
Earning a living by expressing his honest thoughts and opinions
Like Father Jealous Divine
Similar to the enigmatic figure Father Divine, inspiring envy
He came to rock the banquet, rank it
He arrived to captivate and dominate the event
Along with two of the baddest
In the company of two extraordinary and impressive individuals
Broads to act stank wit, blank spit
Women who exude attitude and deliver blunt, harsh words
Dilla raise the beat like a anchor banker
Dilla elevates the rhythm like a reliable and influential figure
Overstand the Super plays the heat
Fully comprehend that the Super provides exceptional performances
Will shank a wanker
He will harm a contemptible or foolish person
He drank a tank of angst, thank ya
He consumed a significant amount of inner turmoil, expressing gratitude
Guess what? Chicken head butts
Surprise! He confronts insignificant and trivial issues head-on
Hit a rhyme on time
Deliver a perfectly timed and executed verse
Like kicked 'em dead in the nuts
Strike a powerful blow, causing significant impact and pain
Oh the victim had guts prepare to stick 'em
The target of this assault displayed courage, ready for further attacks
I'll slick 'em in the cut
He will cleverly deceive or outmaneuver them
Go sell a spear chucker voodoo
Engage in the act of deceiving someone with false and mystical practices
Got'ed her off wholesale mare
Successfully misled her entirely, as if selling a false horse
Schmuck new spew
He deceives with fresh, nonsense speech
So sell a beer trucker doodoo
Sell something completely unappealing and worthless
Foes go to hell in a seersucker muumuu
Detractors will suffer in an unpleasant and ridiculous manner
DOOM! Guilty! Dilla, Dilla!
Acknowledgment of DOOM, Guilty, and Dilla as notable figures
Grind for the paper, hot like Sanka
Work relentlessly for money, with intense passion like Sanka (coffee)
Top notch ranker, clock my banker
He excels and surpasses others, keeping a close eye on his financial matters
Dead Presidents
Refers to money, particularly dollar bills with the image of deceased U.S. presidents
Sick dudes - I'm the medicine
He is the remedy for the problems and shortcomings of others
Storming in your residence when
Invading someone's personal space with great force and determination
I'm in my element no contest
He is in his natural state, unmatched and unrivaled
I get hot and go unconscious
He becomes highly skilled and unstoppable, operating on instinct
- ya boy is automatic
He effortlessly excels and performs without conscious effort
Now go play in traffic, the flow is graphic
Dismissive command, suggesting someone should occupy themselves elsewhere, as the lyrics are vivid and powerful
With no theatrics
Delivering his performance with authenticity and no unnecessary theatrics
Still rock sold out shows for practice
Even though he is already successful, he continues to perform sold-out shows to hone his skills
Call it a walk-through def the
Consider it a simple task, without question
Wrong one to talk to
Engaging in conversation with him is not advisable
Beef ain't nothin I can't
He can easily handle any conflict or challenge
Stick a fork through
Effectively put an end to the situation, rendering it finished
We break bread, eat good, and pour brew
They share a meal, enjoy prosperity, and indulge in beverages
Cheers!
An exclamation of celebration and toasting
Come toast to the one with respect to
Raise a glass in honor and admiration of
The utmost on more than one coast
Highly regarded and influential on multiple regions
GS, check the style I splash
Witness the impressive and impactful style he presents
To make the listener wanna pile my cash
He aims to captivate listeners, generating lucrative support
King of the Hill, money is the issue
He reigns supreme and money is the central concern
It's all on me tell 'em bring me the bill
He takes full responsibility and demands to handle the payment
Daddy Warbucks
A reference to the wealthy fictional character Daddy Warbucks
Shift gears in the armored truck
Transition to a higher level of protection and power, like an armored vehicle
Like Big Daddy Kane when I warm it up
Similar to the influential rapper Big Daddy Kane, he warms up the crowd
Fans scream for the two man team
Devoted fans cheer for the dynamic duo
Doom and Guilty - Hip Hop supreme
Doom and Guilty are at the pinnacle of Hip Hop greatness
The denim is blue but the pockets green
His jeans may appear blue, but his pockets are filled with money
Big knots in jeans, you can't stop the kings
He has large sums of money in his jeans, and their reign cannot be halted
Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JAMES DEWITT YANCEY, GALT MACDERMOT, BYRON SIMPSON, DANIEL DUMILE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ganno24
RIP MF DOOM. This is one of my favorite tracks. JDilla and DOOM making tracks again in heaven.
@tylergrace5137
JDillaβs showing DOOM all the beats heβs been making for the past 15 years now while DOOM and Sean Price, Phife Dawg, Malik B, Prodigy, Bushwick Bill, Tupac, Biggie, and Double K cypher
@angelrivera2386
Big pun too
@neverstar22
All caps when you spell the man name please.
@yvngyeesus6278
So are those tracks considered unreleased?
@nickrizzo7901
Dilla-DOOM would have been an industry take over. Hot fire
@dr.galapagoats9596
gazillionare
@mikea.yardin6360
mos definitely
@williammallett9914
"Would" : (
@strongforce8466
GHOST DILLA DOOM