He has said that he likes to put one feminine song in the second half of his albums: either sung, rapped by a woman or thematically feminine. This song is the one for "BORN LIKE THIS".
Still Dope
MF DOOM Lyrics
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Even if I don't smoke til the hydro roach
I'm still dope rock a thrift store coat and a fresh pair of moccasins
Comfortable for walkin in. No A&R marketing, this is my reality
Still dope power walk burning off the calories
Fact and not fallacy. Metal face family
Imminent fatality, taking us too casually
I got it it's cool, just part of the school
Still dope, vibrant natural game
No ring no chain still bringin the pain
I'm still dope got no choice but to cope listen take
notes I'm showing you the ropes
Still dope very high dosage, my approach is lights out buenos noches
Hold my glasses so I can get riddick
Send 'em home tail tucked holdin they fitted
Cold as a Guinness (1 pint miss)
Yo chill watch the table offish might flip
Crack jokes spit pop mad shit
That's what it's made for cop that quick
Drop that vick, butterfingers oopsie
Signed away your publishing for Jordan's and a loosie
The old one, two see, solo not groupie
All over that ass like sweats by juicy
Cats is puss like Sagwa and Morris
Stay spittin lines there is no chorus
Deploying the troublesome, sleep and bubblegum
That's a double dumb, hum if you feel where I'm coming from
Do it til your lips are numb, you gotta go for it
I stay moving forward, I'm baby bear porridge
Knick nack paddy wack fuck ya'll critics
This dime on the grind when it comes to the spinach
Conquered the id, vicious like sid flow
Not a nympho, Empress Official
She rock mics you wait to exhale
She rock shows like DMC rock Cazals
She rock shells manicured nails
Rock for every belle with a spliff to inhale
Holdin she own cone of homegrown shrubbery
Won't go hungry the flow too lovely
Leavin grills dented on the SUV rented
Classic as vintage Impalas that's all tinted
Raw business, like how them wifeys get hitted
Authentic the track is so love im all in it
Aw quit it, of course I'm inclined to shine, did-ick
Line for line with it, climbin infinite
Tu no sabe? Yo soy una bien mala madre
Confident aren't we? Playin' it smartly
Word to dios Estrella is lethal
Flow muy frio roll the dice chico
Live crazy decent insanely frequent
Strangely sleep wit one eye open not jokin', outspoken
Provokin' and chokin' ego strokin is lame
Word bonder than James 4 alarm wit the flames
Way ahead of the game, still playing the same
Royalty in my veins it'll always remain
Forever doin' the thing solo or crew I can hang
Like ylang and ylang bring the yin to the yang
They got placenta for brains testing my venomous slang
Fools get fitted for bangs and rented for change
Some people think I'm deranged others a little bit strange
Just trying to rattle my cage cuz I'm way outta they range
The lyrics in "Still Dope" by MF DOOM talk about how the rapper is still relevant and "dope" even if he doesn't have designer clothing or do illegal drugs. He feels comfortable in his thrift store coat and moccasins and is confident in his ability to power walk and burn calories. MF DOOM thinks of himself as the reality and not the A&R marketing version of himself. He believes his music is fact and not fallacy and warns others not to take him too casually. The rapper also talks about how he has no choice but to cope and instructs his listeners to take notes as he shows them the ropes. In the second part of the song, he talks about how he is not affected by the criticism of critics and stays true to himself. He describes himself as being "raw business" and compares himself to vintage Impalas that are all tinted. The verses are full of wordplay and metaphors, and MF DOOM's flow is smooth and confident.
Overall, "Still Dope" is expressing MF DOOM's confidence in himself and his music. He is not trying to conform to anyone's expectations but is doing things his way. The song is also a nod to the classic hip-hop styles of the past, as MF DOOM's lyrics and flow are reminiscent of older rap songs.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm still dope even if the bag ain't coach
My value and worth remains high even if I don't have material possessions or status symbols
Even if I don't smoke til the hydro roach
I don't need drugs to feel good or be creative
I'm still dope rock a thrift store coat and a fresh pair of moccasins / Comfortable for walkin in. No A&R marketing, this is my reality
I'm content with wearing second-hand clothes and comfortable shoes. My image and music aren't contrived by record labels
Still dope power walk burning off the calories / Fact and not fallacy. Metal face family / Imminent fatality, taking us too casually
I'm confident and focused on self-improvement, while acknowledging the mortality and potential danger that comes with my lifestyle as a rapper
I got it it's cool, just part of the school / And I'm acing the lesson this time so quit stressing
I'm experienced and knowledgeable about the ups and downs of the music industry. I'm succeeding regardless of setbacks, so don't worry about me
Still dope, vibrant natural game / No ring no chain still bringin the pain / I'm still dope got no choice but to cope listen take / notes I'm showing you the ropes
My talent and charisma are innate and authentic, and I don't need flashy accessories to prove my worth. I'm setting an example and offering guidance to up-and-coming artists
Still dope very high dosage, my approach is lights out buenos noches
My style and delivery are potent and effective, leaving listeners impressed and satisfied
Hold my glasses so I can get riddick / Send 'em home tail tucked holdin they fitted / Cold as a Guinness (1 pint miss) / Yo chill watch the table offish might flip
I'm ready for action and don't need distractions. I'll deal with anyone who tries to mess with me or my crew
Crack jokes spit pop mad shit / That's what it's made for cop that quick / Drop that vick, butterfingers oopsie / Signed away your publishing for Jordan's and a loosie
I'm skilled at humor and insults, and I won't hesitate to call someone out for their foolishness. Some people make bad deals and sacrifices for petty things
The old one, two see, solo not groupie / All over that ass like sweats by juicy / Cats is puss like Sagwa and Morris / Stay spittin lines there is no chorus
My rhymes are clever and entertaining, and I don't need a chorus to hook listeners. I'm independent and confident, and some other rappers and critics are weak and unimpressive in comparison
Deploying the troublesome, sleep and bubblegum / That's a double dumb, hum if you feel where I'm coming from / Do it til your lips are numb, you gotta go for it / I stay moving forward, I'm baby bear porridge
I'm not afraid to take risks and experiment with my music. Some people might not understand or appreciate it, but I'm passionate and determined to keep going
Knick nack paddy wack fuck ya'll critics / This dime on the grind when it comes to the spinach / Conquered the id, vicious like sid flow / Not a nympho, Empress Official
I don't care about the opinions of negative reviewers. I'm a hardworking and talented artist who's overcome personal struggles and mastered my craft. I'm also a powerful and respected female rapper
She rock mics you wait to exhale / She rock shows like DMC rock Cazals / She rock shells manicured nails / Rock for every belle with a spliff to inhale
I'm a skilled and engaging performer who captivates audiences. I also represent and cater to diverse and laid-back fans who enjoy smoking weed
Holdin she own cone of homegrown shrubbery / Won't go hungry the flow too lovely / Leavin grills dented on the SUV rented / Classic as vintage Impalas that's all tinted
I'm self-sufficient and resourceful, and I make music that people love. I also cause envy and jealousy from people with fake wealth and status symbols
Raw business, like how them wifeys get hitted / Authentic the track is so love im all in it / Aw quit it, of course I'm inclined to shine, did-ick / Line for line with it, climbin infinite
My music is real and honest, and I'm dedicated to making quality songs. I'm confident in my abilities and I don't need anyone else's validation. I'm also constantly pushing myself to improve and succeed
Tu no sabe? Yo soy una bien mala madre / Confident aren't we? Playin' it smartly / Word to dios Estrella is lethal / Flow muy frio roll the dice chico
I'm a badass rapper who speaks Spanish and doesn't back down from anyone. I'm cool and calculated in my approach, and I know that my talent is lethal. I'm unstoppable and unpredictable
Live crazy decent insanely frequent / Strangely sleep wit one eye open not jokin', outspoken / Provokin' and chokin' ego strokin is lame / Word bonder than James 4 alarm wit the flames
I live a wild and exciting life, and I'm always creating and performing. I'm vigilant and assertive, and I won't hesitate to call out phonies and sycophants. My rhymes are powerful and impactful
Way ahead of the game, still playing the same / Royalty in my veins it'll always remain / Forever doin' the thing solo or crew I can hang / Like ylang and ylang bring the yin to the yang
I'm a trailblazer who's always innovating and improving, but I'm also staying true to my roots and legacy. My talent and passion are innate and hereditary. I'm comfortable and adaptable working with others or on my own
They got placenta for brains testing my venomous slang / Fools get fitted for bangs and rented for change / Some people think I'm deranged others a little bit strange / Just trying to rattle my cage cuz I'm way outta they range
Some people are foolish and ignorant, and they don't understand or appreciate my unique and skillful style of rapping. They also might be jealous or intimidated by my success and individuality
Contributed by Adalyn S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.