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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Get Ready
Ugly Duckling Lyrics
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7, 6, we came to rock steady
5, 4, let's start the show
3, 2, it's about to get heavy
1, you better be ready, here we go
Light the fuse I'm about to burn
And I'll tear down the building without concern
My flow is fat like the world almanac
I'm hip hop like Slick Rick's eye patch
Rip tracks that pump like a triple bypass
And it's a gas movin butts, makin hands clap
When the jam's jam packed fans get ransacked
On the road to get a nickel and dime cloned
Watching other groups fall of like a pinecone
Leavin their mind blown, how can it be
That Ugly Duckling works while you play for free
I formulate rhymes in my Dexter's lab
And then grab the microphone, making hecklers mad
Cause, yo, they're just a butterknife, I'm a machete
Cutting to the chase, get ready
[Chorus:]
Get ready
Are you ready
You better get ready
Cause here it comes
Come on (gotta get ready)
Come on (gotta get ready)
Come on (gotta get ready)
Come on (gotta get ready)
7, 6, we came to rock steady
5, 4, let's start the show
3, 2, it's about to get heavy
1, you better be ready, here we go
Ugly Duckling's got 'em jumping like a trampoline
Heads bumpin like falling off a mattress spring
I never played the trumpet or the tambourine
Dizzy puts the jam in your jamboree
I like my chips dipped in sour cream
I like my chick's hips in a pair of jeans
When I'm on the scene I'm every fat chick's dream
I got a match stick for your gasoline
I paint a perfect picture like I was Van Gogh
Walking on a cloud, you can call me Lando
Hollywood Shuffle with my man Rambro
But I'm always starring like Marlon Brando
I bury fresh like Rick Rubin did Def
Then dodge the right blow, assuming he's left
I'm free fallin, breakin hearts like Tom Petty
Here's a new song, get ready
[Chorus:]
Get ready
Are you ready
You better get ready
Cause here it comes
Come on (gotta get ready)
Come on (gotta get ready)
Come on (gotta get ready)
Come on (gotta get ready)
7, 6, we came to rock steady
5, 4, let's start the show
3, 2, it's about to get heavy
1, you better be ready, here we go
DJ Format's in the house
My man Greenpeace
DJ Yoda, the whole Fat Lace Crew
We can't forget about 70/80
And I'll tell you who we definitely can't forget about
(Who's that) the whole U.K.
The Ugly Duckling's song "Get Ready" is a catchy and upbeat rap song that is sure to get anyone dancing. The lyrics are continuously counting down from seven to one, building up the anticipation of the song's climax. The song's main message is getting ready for the party, both mentally and physically. The song's opening lines "Building is you ready because we gonna tear you down" sets the tone for the rest of the song, indicating that they plan on tearing down the house with their dynamic performance. The lyrics of the song are witty and amusing, with many pop culture references, such as Slick Rick's eye patch.
One of the striking features of the song is the use of metaphors. The use of metaphors is evident in the first verse where they compare their rap flow to the fatness of the world almanac. They also compare their cuts to a triple bypass, emphasizing the severity of the rap flow's impact. The song also employs repetition; the phrase "Are you ready?" is repeated throughout the chorus, creating a catchy hook that is easy for the audience to sing along with. DJ Format's scratching adds an extra layer to the song, amplifying the song's funky groove.
Line by Line Meaning
Building is you ready because we gonna tear you down
We're about to start tearing things up and we hope you're prepared
7, 6, we came to rock steady
Our crew is steady and ready to rock
5, 4, let's start the show
Let's begin this performance
3, 2, it's about to get heavy
Things are about to get intense and serious
1, you better be ready, here we go
Get prepared, because we're starting now
Light the fuse I'm about to burn
I'm about to start something explosive and exciting
And I'll tear down the building without concern
I'll be tearing things up without any worries
My flow is fat like the world almanac
My rhythm is rich and abundant
So just follow a cat that's all of that
Just follow me, I'm the one you should be listening to
I'm hip hop like Slick Rick's eye patch
I embody the culture and style of hip hop like Slick Rick
Rip tracks that pump like a triple bypass
My music is powerful and energizing
And it's a gas movin butts, makin hands clap
It's awesome to see people dancing and clapping
When the jam's jam packed fans get ransacked
When things get crowded, it can be tough to move around
On the road to get a nickel and dime cloned
I'm on the journey to make money and have success
Watching other groups fall of like a pinecone
It's interesting to see other artists fail
Leavin their mind blown, how can it be
It's surprising how impressive our performances can be to others
That Ugly Duckling works while you play for free
We're professionals and get paid for our work
I formulate rhymes in my Dexter's lab
I carefully craft my lyrics like a scientist in a lab
And then grab the microphone, making hecklers mad
I then confidently perform and make the audience angry for doubting me
Cause, yo, they're just a butterknife, I'm a machete
I am much stronger and sharper than my critics
Cutting to the chase, get ready
I'm getting straight to the point, so be prepared
Get ready
Be prepared for what's about to happen
Are you ready
Are you truly prepared?
You better get ready
You need to get ready now
Cause here it comes
Here comes the big moment
7, 6, we came to rock steady
We're ready to rock and stay steady
5, 4, let's start the show
Let's begin this show
3, 2, it's about to get heavy
Things are about to get serious
1, you better be ready, here we go
Get ready, because we're starting now
Ugly Duckling's got 'em jumping like a trampoline
Our music is making people bounce and move enthusiastically
Heads bumpin like falling off a mattress spring
People are banging their heads like they're on a bouncy mattress
I never played the trumpet or the tambourine
I'm not a typical musician who plays those types of instruments
Dizzy puts the jam in your jamboree
My music makes your party even more fun
I like my chips dipped in sour cream
I have a specific preference for how I like my food
I like my chick's hips in a pair of jeans
I find a certain style of clothing attractive
When I'm on the scene I'm every fat chick's dream
When I'm around, I'm desired by many different people
I got a match stick for your gasoline
I have the ability to start something explosive and intense
I paint a perfect picture like I was Van Gogh
I create beautiful, detailed images like the famous painter
Walking on a cloud, you can call me Lando
I feel like I'm floating and untouchable
Hollywood Shuffle with my man Rambro
My group and I are having fun like the characters in the movie Hollywood Shuffle
But I'm always starring like Marlon Brando
I'm always in the spotlight and standing out like the famous actor
I bury fresh like Rick Rubin did Def
I create new and innovative music like producer Rick Rubin did with Def Jam
Then dodge the right blow, assuming he's left
I avoid potential obstacles and continue forward
I'm free fallin, breakin hearts like Tom Petty
I'm moving freely and causing heartache like Tom Petty's song
Here's a new song, get ready
We're about to perform a new song, so be prepared
DJ Format's in the house
Our DJ is present and ready to perform
My man Greenpeace
Our friend Greenpeace is here with us
DJ Yoda, the whole Fat Lace Crew
Our DJ and the entire group are here with us
We can't forget about 70/80
We also can't forget the music from the 70s and 80s
And I'll tell you who we definitely can't forget about
I'll tell you who we absolutely cannot forget
(Who's that) the whole U.K.
We can't forget about all of the people in the United Kingdom
Contributed by Muhammad S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
clubsamwichzilla
I first heard this track at a fashion show, damn ...it flowed so well with the models bouncing down the cat walk. I contacted the marketing team to get the name of the track and that kicked off my love for UD <3
BboyAL1
This deserves billions more views...
yozness
Sick sick flow, big-up for the guys
Flow Forza
great music - great for bboying! thanks for the upload
Mrbrklyn212UndergroundHipHop
Hip Hop iz alive an well jus listen!!
dontmugurself
Einstein is win.