Demetrius Saiful Bey, professionally known as Demegod, is not your average emcee. Born in the trenches of Brownsville, Brooklyn, and later Mount Vernon, NY, his roots run deep through the golden streets of hip hop’s most iconic boroughs. While his stage name might strike curiosity, there’s a divine meaning behind it. “Demigod by definition is a child of a God and mortal human,” he explains. “Every culture around the world has their versions of demigods. Since my short name is Deme, it just had a ring to it. But it’s deeper than that. God is one who has dominion, and Earth is our dominion. I am both a child of Adonai and this material world.”
His journey began early. From writing poetry at the age of 9 for a Harlem newspaper to performing at his first school talent show — the moment he knew performing was his calling — Demegod’s path was marked by art and expression. “From that point on, anything involving the arts, a camera, or performing, I was all in.”
Influenced heavily by his older brother and cousin Roc Selassie, currently serving a life sentence in Pennsylvania, Demegod’s artistry evolved from heartfelt poems to fierce lyricism. “It was Roc who really pushed me from poetry to rapping,” he says. “And I’ve been influenced by every artist I’ve ever come across.”
But don’t mistake him for just another rapper. His history includes legendary cipher sessions, including one with 50 Cent at Sony Studios. “We went verse for verse for like 30 minutes straight. When it was done, you could hear a pin drop. It was real, raw hip hop. Much respect to 50.”
One of his most unforgettable battles? A rap duel behind bars in Comstock Prison that ended in solitary confinement — not for violence, but for attracting such a crowd that the guards feared a riot. “They hit the warning shot from the tower, but we kept going. They cuffed us and the yard cheered as they walked us to the box. It was epic.”
His music journey eventually intersected with industry giants like Kanye West — a collaboration that still resonates. “Kanye is a genius. We were both still finding ourselves creatively. It was raw, untapped energy back then,” Demegod says, crediting entertainment attorney Londell McMillan for making that connection.
Today, Demegod is on a mission. He recently dropped his new album, “Goons, Goblins & Gods”, a thought-provoking body of work that merges street wisdom with spiritual insight. He’s also the author of two powerful books — “Polygyny Moorwet” and “If God Could Rap.”
Beyond the mic, he’s building his own multimedia company and giving back to his community in a major way. As a prominent figure in the Ruff Ryders Rescue, a nonprofit spearheaded by the legendary Dean family, Demegod is helping mediate gang violence, improve youth-police relations, and run food and bookbag drives. “We need more big homies being a positive influence. Less demon time, more angel time — on some real G shit.”
For Demegod, social consciousness isn’t optional — it’s the responsibility of all artists. “Artists have always moved society. It’s disappointing how many don’t use their platform. We need more accountability in hip hop.”
That message is loud and clear in his track “Dope Boy Nightmare,” where he challenges rappers and drug dealers alike to give back and take ownership of the communities they came from. “I see other communities holding their people accountable. Why not ours?”
When asked about his superpower, Demegod doesn’t hesitate: “I am a creator that embodies many talents.” From music to books, from community work to cultural commentary — he truly wears many crowns. But success didn’t come easy. “It’s been a long, hard road — filled with no’s, haters, and hard lessons. But consistency, faith, and focus got me here.”
Demegod’s long-term goals are crystal clear: continue to evolve as an artist, speaker, and hip hop cultural influencer — and use every tool in his arsenal to uplift and educate. “I want to be a stand-up example of a big brother, a big homie to the young Moors coming up behind me.”
And he’s not shy about the work it takes to level up. “I’d give up any bad habits or toxic people instantly if it meant becoming the grandest version of myself.”
To aspiring entertainers, his advice is golden: “Stay solid. Know your purpose. Know your worth. Protect your energy. And learn your true identity — your nationality, your history. The past holds the keys to the future.”
Among the social topics closest to his heart: anti-gang violence, family restoration, criminal justice reform, and youth empowerment — especially for young girls and marginalized communities. “The system isn’t broken — it’s just run by people full of prejudice. Our people on the inside have no voice.”
As the world continues to change, Demegod remains focused on truth, artistry, and legacy. Whether you know him from his music, his books, or his work in the streets, one thing is certain: his presence is powerful, and his message is eternal.
“I want to be remembered for the knowledge I shared, the people I touched, the art I created, and the principles I stood on.”
And if you ask him for one message to his fans?
“I roll for you. Stall for you. It’s all for you.”
“Polygyny Moorwet”
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Music Singles
“Get your lies straight Featuring Ye
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“Get your lies straight Featuring Ye” Official video
“100 Moors”
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“100 Moors” Official video
LATEST ALBUM 1/11/2025
Goons Goblins and Gods 777
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