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".
Super Hoe Cakes
MF DOOM Lyrics
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(Super)
I got this girl and she wants me to duke her
I told her I'll come scoop her around eight, she said (super)
That sounds great, shorty girl's a trooper
No matter what I need her to do, she be like (super)
Own his own throne, the boss like King Koopa
Average emcees is like a TV blooper
MF DOOM, he's like D.B. Cooper
Out with the moolah, I let her get a outfit
Just to cool her off she said "Niggas ain't about shit"
I wonder if she meant it, I doubt it
The way it be in her mouth she can't live without it
And can't live with this, handle your business
Villain'll stay on a scandalous hoes shit list
One pack of cookies please, Mr. Hooper
It's fun smacking rookies, he is the (super)
Look like a black Wookie when he let his beard grow
Weirdo, brown skin'ded always kept his hair low
Rumors has it it's a S-Curl accident
DOOM was always known to keep the best girls backs bent
Some say it's the eyes, some say the accent
A lotta guys wonder where they stacks went
I call her thunder thighs with the fatty swolla
Only mess with high rollers, do what daddy told her
No matter the city she with me to do the thang thang
Work in the coochie, hoopti chitty chitty bang bang
Same name on the titty as on the name ring
Pretty like Baby D off "All in the Same Gang"
Keep my eye on her, really don't trust her
But I treat her like a daughter, taught her how to bust a nut
And the heat to turn beef to horsemeat chalupa
Teach her how to hold it, of course he is the (super)
See most cats treat her like Foofur
Or beat her to a stupor, take it from the (super)
You need to make her feel cuter
And lay down the G like Luther, everything'll be (super)
Do for her, keep her in a new fur
So she look sweet when she go to meet the (super)
Got the buddha get the Grenadiers, twist it
Put it in the air, come here, kiss it
Listen here scooter, let her try to bag you
When she's on the rag never let her fry the Ragu
Which'll have you under some type of spell crying "dag boo"
Her name on your back in a tattoo
Whether a bourgie broad, nerd ho, street chick
Don't call her wifey if you met her at the Freaknik
You don't want her, don't waste her time, I'll dupe her
And be a father to your child like the (super)
He keep his hoes in check
Sends 'em out to get glows from off frozen necks
Tell 'em take his clothes, leave him posing naked for real
Better yet, get him for the check off the record deal
Find out where he keep the Tec and the blue steel
Make sure for extra wreck let him know how you feel
And while he's running down to All-Star Weekend to ball
I'm coming with the U-HAUL (Super)
(Super)
(Super)
Has the laser cannon been loaded?
Everything has been prepared as you ordered
But how did you get permission to return to New York, Master?
Through the efforts of a misguided fool
It's free enterprise!
And I'm not gonna let some blasted government bureaucrat tell me how to run my business
But DOOM-
Will be my guest on my private estate on Long Island!
There's nothing you can do about it
He's dangerous, I just hope you know what you're doing
Don't I always?
Ah, there's DOOM's jet, right on time
Why is it so cold down here?
Ah, the heat went out in the whole building
Warm enough out there on Long Island with DOOM
DOOM? Here in New York?
Yes, DOOM, has an amazing new machine
Get the president of the United States on the phone
How long's all this gonna take, DOOM?
I would not advise you to repeat that error
Sure, I know what you mean
The song "Hoe Cakes" by MF DOOM is a combination of sexually explicit lyrics and playful wordplay, often depicting the rapper's promiscuity and dominance over women, juxtaposed with references to comic book supervillain Doctor Doom and pop culture. The song's opening line, "Keep your hoes in check (Super)", is a reference to MF DOOM's alter ego, the masked supervillain Doctor Doom, and alludes to his ability to control and manipulate his women like superpowers. The rest of the lyrics tell a story of DOOM's sexual encounters with a woman who willingly follows his every command, exemplified by her repetitive use of the word "super" in response to his requests.
The song's lyrics also touch on DOOM's criminal lifestyle, with references to stealing money ("Out with the moolah"), his rugged appearance ("Look like a black Wookie when he let his beard grow") and his violent tendencies ("And while he's running down to All-Star Weekend to ball, I'm coming with the U-HAUL (Super)"). Additionally, there are several references to pop culture, including a shoutout to the character Baby D from "All in the Same Gang" and a play on words with the children's show character Mr. Hooper.
Line by Line Meaning
Keep your hoes in check
Remain in control of your romantic partners
I got this girl and she wants me to duke her
I have a female companion who desires intimacy
I told her I'll come scoop her around eight, she said (super)
I informed her that I will pick her up at the designated time, to which she expressed enthusiasm and agreement with the word 'super'
That sounds great, shorty girl's a trooper
She responded positively and is eager to participate, despite any challenges or obstacles that may arise
No matter what I need her to do, she be like (super)
She is consistently supportive and enthusiastic about any requests or situations that may occur
Own his own throne, the boss like King Koopa
MF DOOM is a powerful leader in his field, with a sense of authority and dominance over others
On the microphone he flossed the ring (super)
MF DOOM is highly skilled and confident in his rap abilities, exhibiting them prominently
Average emcees is like a TV blooper
Most other rappers are considered to be poor performers and viewed as comical failures, similar to bloopers on television
MF DOOM, he's like D.B. Cooper
MF DOOM is compared to the elusive criminal D.B. Cooper, known for his heist and escape from an airplane, highlighting DOOM's ability to evade capture and be shrouded in mystery
Out with the moolah, I let her get a outfit
With my money, I allowed my female companion to purchase a new set of clothing
Just to cool her off she said "Niggas ain't about shit"
She expressed disappointment in men as a collective group, likely due to negative experiences with them
I wonder if she meant it, I doubt it
I question whether or not she genuinely believes her statement, as I am skeptical of her sincerity
The way it be in her mouth she can't live without it
She enjoys having sex and performing oral sex, to the point where she becomes almost addicted to it
And can't live with this, handle your business
She cannot handle the situation themselves, and requests that I deal with any issues that may arise
Villain'll stay on a scandalous hoes shit list
MF DOOM is aware of the negative opinions and rumors surrounding him from women, specifically those with whom he has intimate relationships
One pack of cookies please, Mr. Hooper
A request to purchase a package of cookies from a shopkeeper named Mr. Hooper
It's fun smacking rookies, he is the (super)
MF DOOM enjoys and is skilled at insulting and outperforming novice rappers, solidifying his reputation as a notable figure in the industry
Look like a black Wookie when he let his beard grow
MF DOOM resembles the Star Wars character Chewbacca when he allows his facial hair to grow
Weirdo, brown skin'ded always kept his hair low
MF DOOM has an unconventional appearance, with dark skin and consistently trimmed hair
Rumors has it it's a S-Curl accident
There are rumors that MF DOOM's distinct hair style was not intentional, but rather the result of a mishap with a hair product called S-Curl
DOOM was always known to keep the best girls backs bent
MF DOOM was reputed for being skilled in intimate situations, and able to satisfy his partners in a physically demanding manner
Some say it's the eyes, some say the accent
MF DOOM's attractiveness to women is attributed to either his physical eyes or his unique manner of speaking
A lotta guys wonder where they stacks went
Many individuals question where their money has gone after having an intimate relationship with MF DOOM, as he is viewed as a figure who enjoys wealth and success
I call her thunder thighs with the fatty swolla
MF DOOM has given his female companion the nickname 'thunder thighs' due to her large and attractive legs, and acknowledges that she is sexually confident and enjoys attention
Only mess with high rollers, do what daddy told her
She is only interested in being with individuals who have large amounts of wealth, likely due to parental instruction or personal desire for a luxurious lifestyle
No matter the city she with me to do the thang thang
She is committed and willing to participate in sexual activity with MF DOOM, regardless of their location or circumstances
Work in the coochie, hoopti chitty chitty bang bang
They are having sex in a vehicle with limited space and low cost, but still able to enjoy the experience
Same name on the titty as on the name ring
MF DOOM's female companion has a tattoo with his name on her chest, which also matches the name she calls him by
Pretty like Baby D off "All in the Same Gang"
She is considered as attractive as a character named Baby D in a song called "All in the Same Gang"
Keep my eye on her, really don't trust her
MF DOOM is cautious and suspicious of his female companion
But I treat her like a daughter, taught her how to bust a nut
MF DOOM feels protective of his female companion and has instructed her on how to experience sexual pleasure
And the heat to turn beef to horsemeat chalupa
MF DOOM has the ability to escalate tense situations into violent conflicts, and enjoys doing so
Teach her how to hold it, of course he is the (super)
MF DOOM has instructed his female companion on how to handle firearms, as he is an experienced and knowledgeable figure in weapon usage
See most cats treat her like Foofur
Other individuals treat his female companion poorly or rudely, much like the character Foofur in an animated series
Or beat her to a stupor, take it from the (super)
Some engage in domestic violence with his female companion, which MF DOOM views as unacceptable and condemns
You need to make her feel cuter
She desires to feel attractive and receives validation from partners
And lay down the G like Luther, everything'll be (super)
If one can provide her with security and wealth, she will be content and satisfied in the relationship
Do for her, keep her in a new fur
In order to maintain her affection and loyalty, she must be continuously provided with luxurious items like fur clothing
So she look sweet when she go to meet the (super)
She desires to have an attractive appearance and style when interacting with others, in order to be envied and admired
Got the buddha get the Grenadiers, twist it
They have acquired marijuana and are preparing to smoke it
Put it in the air, come here, kiss it
They are smoking and enjoying marijuana, encouraging others to participate and pass it around
Listen here scooter, let her try to bag you
MF DOOM gives advice to others, warning them about the potentially manipulative nature of his female companion
When she's on the rag never let her fry the Ragu
He instructs that one must not allow her to cook tomato sauce when menstruating, as it may result in contamination
Which'll have you under some type of spell crying "dag boo"
If one is not cautious, they may fall under her influence and become prone to emotional distress
Her name on your back in a tattoo
She may use affection or intimacy to manipulate others into getting tattoos of her name on their bodies
Whether a bourgie broad, nerd ho, street chick
Regardless of societal background or interests, MF DOOM has the ability to seduce and captivate women from diverse backgrounds
Don't call her wifey if you met her at the Freaknik
MF DOOM advises against expressing romantic commitment to women met at casual events or parties, such as the Freaknik festival
You don't want her, don't waste her time, I'll dupe her
If one is not genuinely interested in pursuing a relationship with his female companion, they should not lead her on or deceive her
And be a father to your child like the (super)
MF DOOM will assume the role of a father figure for the child, even if the relationship with the mother does not continue
He keep his hoes in check
MF DOOM maintains control over his romantic partners and ensures their loyalty and obedience
Sends 'em out to get glows from off frozen necks
MF DOOM sends his female companions on errands to obtain jewelry or other adornments from wealthy individuals
Tell 'em take his clothes, leave him posing naked for real
He instructs them to steal clothing and leave the target unclothed, in a state of embarrassment and humiliation
Better yet, get him for the check off the record deal
They may also attempt to fraudulently obtain money or payment from a music or entertainment industry professional
Find out where he keep the Tec and the blue steel
MF DOOM encourages his female companions to gather information about the whereabouts of dangerous weapons or firearms, which could be useful in future conflicts or confrontations
Make sure for extra wreck let him know how you feel
They may also express anger or violence towards the target, in order to assert their dominance and control
And while he's running down to All-Star Weekend to ball
As the victim is participating in a sports event, they will be particularly distracted or vulnerable
I'm coming with the U-HAUL (Super)
MF DOOM will arrive with a vehicle to transport the stolen goods or items
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Daniel Thompson, Jacob Dutton-Keen
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