Being heavily influenced by old school hip hop, they conform to the original basics of rap music; turntablism and MCing. Their DJ, Young Einstein, forms the backbone of the group; he is renowned for performing very complex scratches both on the record and live, unlike in most modern rap where the DJ has been pushed to the back in order to emphasize the MC. He is also the owner of a famous 'Dookie Gold Chain' which is the subject of the groups song 'Eye On The Gold Chain' and is donned by Einstein during most live performances of the track. They are renowned for their live shows in which they perform various antics on stage and interact with the crowd getting them very hyped and affording them the reputation as brilliant live performers.
Their song Smack was featured on Tony Hawk's Project 8, In game and also as skater Paul Rodriguez Jr.'s Footage Soundtrack.
In 2012 group member Dizzy Dustin appeared on UK Hip Hop artist Ricta's debut album Snacks & Deception.
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Einstein's Takin' Off
Ugly Duckling Lyrics
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DIZZY: Einstein
ANDYCAT: Was a kid
DIZZY: With a bid
ANDYCAT: He had some 1200's inside his crib
DIZZY: And an MPC, under his sheets
ANDYCAT: To make beats, accomplishing incredible feats
DIZZY: While other kids played games like Chinese checkers
DIZZY: He makes hits with the flick of a wrist
ANDYCAT: Einstein's taking off
DIZZY: Let me put it like this
There's not a Benadryl pill that could stop the itch
Or a scratch when my DJ gets up in the mix
He grips the cross fader with his nimble fingertips
And flips it back and forth, no transform switch
ANDYCAT: And the needle never skips?
DIZZY: Well it did one time,
When a fan got hype and bumped the tables from behind
EINSTEIN: So please give me some room when I'm going for mine
DIZZY: Einstein's taking off
ANDYCAT: Take off Einstein
(HOOK: Young Einstein on the turntables)
When it gets to the end, tell him do it again!.....
When it gets to the end, tell him do it again!....
Young Einstein....don't try to play me.....
I like to make funky beats and record 'em....
The scratch....th-th-the scratch...
We'll be on top....so long!...
Young Einstein....don't try to play me.....
I like to make funky beats and record 'em....
The scratch....th-th-the scratch...
I got two great partners standing by me....
ANDYCAT: Take the freeway from Canada to TJ
And I know that you won't find another DJ
DIZZY: Slash
ANDYCAT: Super record digger
DIZZY: Slash
ANDYCAT: Drum major
DIZZY: Slash
ANDYCAT: Producer
DIZZY: Slash
ANDYCAT: Ugly Duckling making a splash
He lifts loops from the original LP's
Would never think of sampling a beat break CD
And when we come to do your show, turn off the DAT's
Save 'em for those other acts, Einstein's got the wax
For the turntables, he'll reverse it, scratch,
Cut it in half......and reattach it
And keep it spinning from the beginning to the duration
when (Young Einstein) is in (deep concentration)
Yo Diz!
DIZZY: Wassup?
ANDYCAT: We almost didn't tell 'em
How Rod explores record stores like he was Magellan
DIZZY: Searching for the beats only he can find
ANDYCAT: Einstein's taking off
DIZZY: Take off Einstein
(HOOK)
The song "Einstein's Takin' Off" by Ugly Duckling is an ode to DJ Young Einstein, who is a member of the group. The lyrics describe Einstein's childhood passion for music and his skillful use of DJ equipment. The song starts with the discussion that Einstein had a set of turntables and drum machine in his room which he used to make beats. While other kids played games, Einstein was out finding records and exploring new sounds. He had accomplished incredible feats and made hits with the flick of his wrist. The track highlights Einstein's nimble fingers and his ability to flip the cross fader back and forth with ease.
The lyrics also describe Einstein's signature style of scratching and his ability to keep the needle from ever skipping except for that one time when a fan got a little too excited and bumped into the table. The chorus of the song features the hook "when it gets to the end, tell him to do it again!" which showcases Einstein's talent for keeping the audience engaged and entertained. The song ends with Ugly Duckling praising Einstein's skill as a record digger, drum major, producer, and DJ, highlighting his talent for finding new sounds and making hit records. They acknowledge that Einstein's taking off and urge him to take off further.
Line by Line Meaning
When young
In his youth
Einstein
Referring to the DJ's nickname
Was a kid
When he was a child
With a bid
With a passion or drive
He had some 1200's inside his crib
He had turntables in his room
And an MPC, under his sheets
He also had a music production center hidden away
To make beats, accomplishing incredible feats
He used these tools to create impressive music
While other kids played games like Chinese checkers
While other children played less productive activities
Rod pounded the pavement to find these records he used
The DJ went out of his way to search for the vinyl records he wanted to sample
He makes hits with the flick of a wrist
The DJ effortlessly creates successful songs
Einstein's taking off
The DJ is gaining momentum and success
Let me put it like this
Allow me to explain
There's not a Benadryl pill that could stop the itch
His talent cannot be hindered by anything
Or a scratch when my DJ gets up in the mix
When the DJ starts performing, he does not mess up
He grips the cross fader with his nimble fingertips
He skillfully manipulates the cross fader in his performances
And flips it back and forth, no transform switch
He uses the cross fader in unique ways without relying on preset switch settings
And the needle never skips?
The DJ never causes the record needle to skip
Well it did one time,
The DJ did have a mistake once
When a fan got hype and bumped the tables from behind
A fan in the crowd accidentally knocked into the DJ's equipment
So please give me some room when I'm going for mine
Please do not interfere when I am performing
Take off Einstein
Continuing to gain success
When it gets to the end, tell him do it again!.....
Encouraging the DJ to continue playing his music
Young Einstein....don't try to play me.....
The DJ demands respect for his talents
I like to make funky beats and record 'em....
The DJ enjoys creating unique and groovy music
The scratch....th-th-the scratch...
The DJ's signature sound of scratches
We'll be on top....so long!...
Predicting the success and longevity of the DJ's career
I got two great partners standing by me....
The DJ is supported by his talented music group
Take the freeway from Canada to TJ
Traveling a far distance for music resources
Slash
Conjunctive style to denote multiple talents
Super record digger
The DJ has an exceptional talent for seeking out old vinyl records
Drum major
Another of the DJ's skills
Producer
The DJ also creates and produces music
Ugly Duckling making a splash
The DJ's music group is gaining significant attention
He lifts loops from the original LP's
The DJ samples music from original vinyl records
Would never think of sampling a beat break CD
The DJ believes vinyl records to be superior to sampled CDs
And when we come to do your show, turn off the DAT's
The DJ prefers to use live music instead of pre-recorded audio
Save 'em for those other acts, Einstein's got the wax
Other performers can use pre-recorded audio, but the DJ prefers the natural sound of vinyl records
For the turntables, he'll reverse it, scratch,
The DJ expertly manipulates the sound on the turntables
Cut it in half......and reattach it
He uses creative techniques to modify the sound
And keep it spinning from the beginning to the duration
The DJ keeps the music playing seamlessly
when (Young Einstein) is in (deep concentration)
When the DJ is focused on performing
Yo Diz!
Addressing his music group partner
Wassup?
Asking how he can help
We almost didn't tell 'em
Almost didn't mention the DJ's exceptional record hunting ability
How Rod explores record stores like he was Magellan
The DJ searches for record stores with the same drive and determination that Magellan explored the world
Searching for the beats only he can find
The DJ seeks out unique and undiscovered music
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