Wot Do U Call It?
Wiley
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Do you do garage music mate? You got any of that Urban? (Urban, urban, urban) House, do you do Garage? Ga-ga-ga-garage Wot do you call it? Garage? Wot do you call it? Garage? Garage Wot do you call it? Urban? Wot do you call it? Urban? Urban Wot do you call it? 2step? Wot do you call it? 2step? 2step Tell us wot you call it Garage I don't care about garage Listen to this, it don't sound like garage Who told you that I make garage? Wiley Kat'z got his own styles not garage Make it in the studio but not in the garage Here in London there's a sound called garage But this is my sound, it sure ain't garage I heard they don't like me in garage Cause I use their scene but make my own sound The Eskimo sound is mine recognize this It's mine, you can't claim what's mine It's my time to bait you up I don't hate you but some of you have got a problem I'm puttin' you outta business why is that a problem Wot's your problem? Wot the heck my name is problem, remember Wot do you call it garage? (Wot do you call it garage?) Wot do you call it urban? (Wot do you call it urban?) Wot do you call it 2step? (Wot do you call it 2step?) Wot do you call it, tell us what you call it then Why do that think I'm stupid I got brains I could never be stupid You could never use my name to make your raves 'n' jam I won't turn up, I'll stay at home with my gyal 'n' jam Can't threaten me with that bad man talk I'm not scared sorry man I've seen too much I don't give a monkeys Swing from tree to tree just like monkeys Who influenced me to be funky Who influenced me to make Eski beat I've made Eski gyals 'n' Eski boys Movin' there feet to the sound you can hear You can hear I hear you tryin' to stop my record sales Record deals like the belt can't hold the waist in (the waist in) If it gets too big and it's tremblin' those pots It blows up and we win (I'm winnin') Ready to say my goodbyes Goodbye to the man who don't like me Goodbye to the woman who don't like me Goodbye to the fingers pointin' at me Goodbye to the promoters that hate me Goodbye to the people that's hasslin' me I'm turnin' over a new leaf Get sharp like a knife in the sheet If you don't cut the strings it's more beef See I get the impression I'm not wanted So I'm givin' you the sound that's not wanted I'm on my way now Wish me luck I'm doin' my thing now To the bikes let's go everyone who likes this let's go Everyone who likes that go that way Go that way, go that way, go that way Go that way, go that way, go that way Everyone who likes this come this way (come this way) let's go this way Let's go this way, let's go this way, let's go this way Let's go this way I'll break everybody down Take everybody down Any crew any sound Any MC who's in my way I break down I'm a show you now it's all changed round I remember when things were the other way round When the world got colder and it changed round I go to every manor and it's all changed round I want everybody to follow this sound So don't deny the power of my empire When I'm hit a strike back with empire No more crew so wot we got an empire Roll Deep empire high flyer high power I'm a compulsory re-buyer Go to the shops and I spend them buy what I want and This is for Roll deep empire If you work hard then you can be a buyer Like me
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15 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Wot Do U Call It?" by Wiley falls under the genre of grime, a mix of electronic and hip-hop music style, hailing from the U.K.
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Song ReleaseThe song was released as Wiley's debut single from his first solo studio album, 'Treddin' on Thin Ice' within the year 2004.
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Chart SuccessThe song peaked at number 68 on the UK Singles Chart, introducing the grime genre to a broader audience.
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Singer BackgroundWiley, also known as Wiley Kat, is known as the 'Godfather of Grime' due to his significant contributions to the genre, such as the song "Wot Do U Call It?"
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Music VideoThe music video of "Wot Do U Call It?" provides a vivid depiction of Wiley’s environment and London's social backdrop where the grime genre emerged.
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InfluenceThe lyrics of "Wot Do U Call It?" revolves around his frustration with people not accurately defining his music. This song indirectly shaped the grime genre by sparking conversations about its identity.
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RecognitionThis song is often recognized as an iconic piece that encapsulates the essence of the early grime scene.
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Production"Wot Do U Call It?" was produced by Wiley himself, under the label XL Recordings.
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Song DurationThe length of "Wot Do U Call It?" is approximately three minutes, typical for songs within the grime genre.
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Lyrical InnovationWiley's fast, choppy delivery of lyrics in the song is a signature style of grime and was a radical shift from the traditional UK garage music of the early 2000s.
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Legacy"Wot Do U Call It?" is often credited as one of the cornerstone tracks in the foundation of the grime genre and frequently referenced in discussions about the evolution of U.K. music.
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Live PerformancesDespite its age, the song is still performed live by Wiley in his sets, standing as a testament to its enduring relevance.
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RemixesThere are numerous remixes and cover versions of "Wot Do U Call It?" showcasing the song's influence in the music industry.
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FeaturesWhile Wiley is the sole performer on "Wot Do U Call It?" the music video features various other figures from the early grime scene, creating a visual document of the genre's humble beginnings.
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ControversySome fans and critics initially responded negatively to the song due to its aggressive departure from the more melodic sounds of UK garage. However, this rejection eventually gave way to acceptance as grime gained popularity.
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