Domo Genesis

American rapper and DJ (born 1991)

Domo Genesis

Domo Genesis at Eurockeennes, 2011

Background information
Birth name| Dominique Marquis Cole
Born|  (1991-03-09) March 9, 1991 (age 34)
Inglewood, California, U.S.
Origin| Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Genres| West Coast hip hop
Occupations|

* Rapper
* disc jockey
* songwriter

Instrument| Vocals
Years active| 2009–present
Labels|

* Genesis Music
* Empire (current)
* Columbia
* Odd Future (former)

Member of|

* Odd Future

Formerly of|

* MellowHigh

Musical artist

Dominique Marquis Cole[1] (born March 9, 1991), known professionally as Domo Genesis, is an American rapper, DJ, and songwriter. He is best known for being a member of Los Angeles hip hop collective Odd Future. He has since continued his solo career, releasing his debut album Genesis in 2016 and founding his own record label in 2018.

## Career

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### 2009–2010: Rolling Papers

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Domo Genesis joined Odd Future in mid-2009 because he was very good friends with Tyler, the Creator. His debut mixtape, Rolling Papers, was released on August 30, 2010.[2] Production was done entirely by Tyler, the Creator, Left Brain, and Syd tha Kyd.

### 2011–2012: Under the Influence and No Idols

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His second mixtape, Under the Influence, was released on September 20, 2011. Many saw this second release as a vast improvement over his first, citing "it's focused and rarely lacking in style — or yeah, SWAG.".[3] On February 9, 2012, Domo released a track with Wiz Khalifa, titled "Ground Up".[4] On February 22, 2012, it was announced that Domo Genesis would have a strain of medical marijuana named after him, Domo OG.[5]

Domo Genesis made his TV debut in the tenth episode of the first season of Odd Future's show, Loiter Squad, as Young Gunshot, his gangsta rap alter ego. Domo Genesis and Alchemist's collaboration mixtape, No Idols, was released for free download on July 31, 2012.[6] The first official single, "Elimination Chamber", which features Earl Sweatshirt, Vince Staples and Action Bronson, was released on July 16, 2012.[7]

### 2013–2014: MellowHigh and Under the Influence 2

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On April 4, 2013, Domo, with fellow Odd Future members Tyler, The Creator and Earl Sweatshirt, performed the song "Rusty" off of Tyler, The Creator's second studio album, Wolf, on The Late Show with David Letterman.[8] On October 31, 2013, The Odd Future record label released MellowHigh, a collaboration album featuring MellowHype, and Domo Genesis as MellowHigh.[9] The album debuted at number 89 on the US Billboard 200.[10]

On November 13, 2013, Domo Genesis revealed that he was working on a new mixtape Under the Influence 2 and his debut studio album.[11] Then on April 3, 2014, Genesis said that he plans to release both projects before the end of 2014.[12] He then hinted on Twitter that the release of Under the Influence 2 would be on November 5, 2014.[13]

### 2015–2017: Genesis and Red Corolla

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On January 4, 2016, Domo released the song "KWYM" (Keep Working Young Man) on SoundCloud.[14] This was then followed by the release of Domo's debut album, Genesis in March 2016,[15] with the Anderson .Paak-assisted lead single, "Dapper" being released weeks prior.[15] From May 29 to July 24, 2016, Domo embarked on the 2016 Chore Tour in support of his album release.[16]

On June 16, 2017, Domo released the mixtape Red Corolla, which featured guest appearances from King Chip and Styles P.[17]

### 2018–present: Aren't U Glad You're U?, Facade Records and Intros, Outros & Interludes

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On January 19, 2018, Domo released the mixtape Aren't U Glad You're U? independently on SoundCloud. Executive produced by rapper/producer Evidence,[18] the mixtape featured a sole guest appearance from rapper Phonte.[18] That same day, the official music video for the song "Me vs. Me" was released on the official Odd Future YouTube channel.

Later in the year, Domo released the EP Facade Records, which was executive produced by production duo Mike & Keys, with features from Buddy, IDK, King Chip (under his previous name Chip tha Ripper) and Cozz.[19] This project would expand into a supergroup between Domo and Mike & Keys, releasing two EPs Just in Case and Just in Case 2 in 2020.

In 2021, Domo appeared on Tyler, the Creator's sixth album Call Me If You Get Lost, on the song "MANIFESTO".[20]

On July 29, 2022, Domo released another Evidence-produced project titled Intros, Outros & Interludes. The mixtape featured guest appearances from Navy Blue, Remy Banks, Evidence and Boldy James.

In 2023, several of Domo's previous mixtapes would be re-released on streaming services. Beginning on April 20, where he re-released No Idols, his 2012 collaboration mixtape with The Alchemist, to all streaming platforms.[21] Similarly, only two months later, on June 30, he re-released his mixtape Red Corolla to all streaming platforms.

## Personal life

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He briefly attended Arizona State University before leaving his studies to focus on a career in rapping.[22] He is a Christian.[23]

## Influences

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Domo has stated that he is influenced by Nas, Mobb Deep, MF DOOM, and Wiz Khalifa.[24]

## Discography

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Main article: Domo Genesis discography

Studio Albums

* Genesis (2016)
* Intros, Outros & Interludes (with Evidence) (2022)
* What You Don't Get!? (with Graymatter) (2023)

## References

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1. ^ Blanchet, Brenton (2022-08-26). "Domo Genesis Is in His Flower Season". SPIN. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
2. ^ "Rolling Papers". Tumblr. August 30, 2010.
3. ^ Jeff Weiss (September 22, 2011). "Domo Genesis stays 'Under the Influence' on new mixtape". LA Times. Retrieved March 19, 2012.
4. ^ Listen to Ground Up on Hulkshare – Free Music Streaming & Download. Hulkshare.com. Retrieved on 2012-08-20.
5. ^ Domo Genesis O.G. – Domo Genesis / Mike G – OddFutureTalk Forums. Oddfuturetalk.com (2012-02-22). Retrieved on 2012-08-20.
6. ^ "Domo Genesis & Alchemist "No Idols" Tracklist & Cover Art". HipHopDX. 2012-07-31. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
7. ^ Fact (2012-07-16). "Odd Future continue to monopolize Monday morning with Domo Genesis' new posse number". Fact Magazine. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
8. ^ Battan, Carrie (2013-04-05). "Watch Tyler, the Creator, Earl Sweatshirt, and Domo Genesis Perform "Rusty", Take Selfies on "Letterman"". Pitchfork. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
9. ^ Staff, BrooklynVegan. "Odd Future's MellowHigh releasing LP, touring (dates, video)". BrooklynVegan. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
10. ^ HipHopDX (6 November 2013). "Get The Latest Hip Hop News, Rap News & Hip Hop Album Sales - HipHopDX". HipHopDX. Archived from the original on 26 January 2014. Retrieved 9 March 2015.
11. ^ "MellowHigh Opens Up About Their Album, Having Kids & More - Video". stupidDOPE. Archived from the original on 31 March 2016. Retrieved 9 March 2015.
12. ^ HipHopDX (3 April 2014). "Domo Genesis On Odd Future: "It's Time To Step Up For Myself"". HipHopDX. Retrieved 9 March 2015.
13. ^ "The Peoples Champ. on Twitter". Twitter. Retrieved 9 March 2015.
14. ^ "Domo Genesis Shares New Song, "KWYM"". Hypebeast. 2016-01-05. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
15. ^ a b "Domo Genesis Shares His Debut Album, 'Genesis'". Hypebeast. 2016-03-25. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
16. ^ Sacher, Andrew. "Domo Genesis going on the "Chore Tour" (UPDATE: tour cancelled)". BrooklynVegan. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
17. ^ India, Lindsey (2017-06-16). "Domo Genesis Returns With 'Red Corolla' Mixtape - XXL". XXL Mag. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
18. ^ a b Berry, Peter A. BerryPeter A. (2018-01-20). "Domo Genesis Drops New 'Aren't U Glad You're U?' Mixtape - XXL". XXL Mag. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
19. ^ "Domo Genesis Shares 6-Track 'Facade Records' EP". Hypebeast. 2018-12-07. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
20. ^ TV, Jamie Burton Senior; Reporter, Film (2021-06-29). "Why Tyler, the Creator Apologized to Selena Gomez in his New Song". Newsweek. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
21. ^ "DOMO GENESIS @ CAMP FLOG GNAW ON BEING AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE LINEUP AND WORKING WITH GRAYMATTER ON HIS LATEST ALBUM 'WHAT YOU DON'T GET?' - GUAP". guap.co. 2024-01-25. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
22. ^ "Question in the Form of an Answer: Domo Genesis". Passion of the Weiss. 2011-04-13. Retrieved 2023-11-17.
23. ^ "In The Eleventh-Hour, Domo Reveals His Own Genesis". Yahoo Entertainment. 2016-04-05. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
24. ^ "Domo Genesis / The Alchemist: No Idols". Pitchfork.

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Discography

Studio albums|

* Genesis

Mixtapes|

* Rolling Papers
* Under the Influence
* No Idols

Collaboration albums|

* The OF Tape Vol. 2
* MellowHigh

Songs|

* "Rella"
* "Oldie"

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* Odd Future
* Odd Future Records
* MellowHigh

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* Tyler, the Creator
* Earl Sweatshirt
* Frank Ocean
* Jasper Dolphin
* Hodgy
* Left Brain
* Domo Genesis
* Mike G
* Matt Martians
* Syd tha Kyd
* Pyramid Vritra
* Casey Veggies
* BrandUn DeShay

Group releases|

* The OF Tape Vol. 2

* "Rella"
* "Oldie"

Tyler, the Creator albums|

* Bastard
* Goblin
* Wolf
* Cherry Bomb
* Flower Boy
* Igor
* Call Me If You Get Lost
* Chromakopia
* Don't Tap the Glass

Hodgy Beats/Jerry albums|

* The Dena Tape
* untitled
* untitled 2
* Fireplace: TheNotTheOtherSide

Earl Sweatshirt albums|

* Earl
* Doris
* I Don't Like Shit, I Don't Go Outside
* Some Rap Songs
* Sick!

Domo Genesis albums|

* Rolling Papers
* No Idols
* GENESiS

Frank Ocean albums|

* Nostalgia, Ultra
* Channel Orange
* Endless
* Blonde

BrandUn DeShay albums|

* All Day DeShay: AM

MellowHype albums|

* YelloWhite
* BlackenedWhite
* Numbers

MellowHigh albums|

* MellowHigh

The Internet albums|

* Purple Naked Ladies
* Feel Good
* Live from Space
* Ego Death
* Hive Mind

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