Crew Deep

Skillz

About Crew Deep

"Crew Deep" is a single by American rapper Skillz. The song features guest vocals by rapper–singer Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott and former Xscape member Kandi. It was released as the lead single from Skillz's unreleased album, I Ain't Mad No More (2002). Two versions of the single saw conflicting releases. One version was released as the music video and single version with the chorus being performed entirely by Kandi while sampled additional vocals were performed by Missy Elliott in the latter. An alternate version was released promotionally with the exclusion of Kandi's vocals and the extension of Missy Elliott performing the chorus entirely by herself; this version was also incorporated into "The V. A. Remix" featuring Elliott, Clipse and Pharrell Williams. 


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2002
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[Repeat: x14 Skillz]
Un un un un, come on nigga

[Skillz (Missy Elliott)]
I be the S-K-I, double L, Z'n
Block is hot again, guess who's the reason?
Your favorite rapper, I got his ass not breathin
You seen me with Missy so it's VA season
Like (Holla!) check the flow
And if you a hater, exit the door
Rap is a set up, just a lot of games
A lot of suckers with colorful names
I'm so and so, I'm this, I'm that
But all why y'all cats rap about is cars and crack
And these R&B cats, spammers
What you think, you sound better with a wife beater and a bandana?
(Hey!) Hunh, you fools need to stop
Half why y'all got paid studying pop
And as far as these beats, I spit sparks to them
I'm sick in the booth, hey yo shorty talk to 'em, like

[Chorus: Kandi (Missy)]
why y'all don't really want to f*ck with me
My click D double E to the P 
(Ah!) I put two in ya side
Flow in ya doe in ya motherfucking ride
why y'all really want to f*ck with me?
My click D double E to the P
(Ah!) I put two in ya chest
Ain't no other yet cause I'm the motherfucking best

[Skillz]
Yo, stop what your doing, cause I'm about to ruin
These half-ass rappers your used to
So who the f*ck want to battle me?
I spit slugs out my mouth bout the size of a see battery
Like, "chik chik chik", put it down, man
Half of why y'all cats lying on your sound scan
And you sold what? That was the amount?
Come on nigga, you know sample tapes don't count
Real quick out the stash, been flippin' at dash
Bruise me with two feet when I'm kicking yo' ass
And you never catch me in the club leaving a skirt
If I don't get brains then the meter get jerk
why'all them fools in the club with a Smedian shirt
Rent a car in your hometown just to see if it work
For 18 years, your momma been feedin a jerk
I spit something hot, have you getting wheezy like Turk, nigga

[Chorus]

[Skillz]
Hey yo, say blast I'ma blast, while why y'all play dummies
Hunh, thinking I ain't goin' get this money
Watch me come through spit sick and get fly
Beat you on your best day on your best try, and
(Y'all don't really wanna)
Dig out the stash cause I probably.. on yo' ass
And my words make the track get up
While I move on it, groove on it
And keep you flows on the cut like
Rockin mic's, why'all know how we get down
Catch me on tour when I slide through your town
I'm hit bound, why'all lay down flat
The new "King of VA", who's fuckin with that?

[Chorus]

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Skillz

Donnie Shaquan Lewis, also known as Skillz (formerly Mad Skillz), is an American rapper known for his acclaimed 1996 album From Where???, a reference to his origins in Virginia, not the stereotypical New York City or Los Angeles rapper, and he's also known for his yearly "Rap Ups", which he has done since 2002. more »

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Written by: WILLIAM EARL COLLINS, GEORGE CLINTON, TONY L COTTRELL, BERNARD EDWARDS, MELISSA ELLIOTT, GREGORY JACOBS, DONNIE LEWIS, WALTER MORRISON, TIMOTHY Z MOSLEY, LAWRENCE KRSONE PARKER, NILE GREGORY RODGERS

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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Artist Background
"Crew Deep" is a song by US rapper Skillz, also known as Mad Skillz. He is a reputed lyricist, and DJ known for his sharp and humorous lyricism, which is also present in "Crew Deep."
Release Date
"Crew Deep" was released on August 19, 2002.
Album Details
This song is a part of the album "I Ain't Mad No More," originally projected to be Skillz's second studio album.
Collaboration
"Crew Deep" features rapper Missy Elliott and singer Kandi Burruss. Missy Elliott is a critically acclaimed artist known for her influence on the hip-hop scene.
Meaning
The song talks about maintaining loyalty and unity in a group or "crew," highlighting the strength that comes from solidarity.
Producers
"Crew Deep" is produced by The Neptunes, a duo made up of Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo, known for their work on several big hits in the music industry.
Chart Ranking
The song charted at number 15 in the US Rap Songs Billboard.
Remix
A remix version of the song was also released featuring guest verses from other rappers from Skillz's old crew including Ras Kass, Danja Mowf and Lonnie B.
Music Video
The music video for "Crew Deep" was directed by David Meyers, who also directed the music videos of popular songs like "Hot In Herre" by Nelly and "Work It" by Missy Elliott.
Cultural Impact
The song is recognized for its catchy beats and lyrical depth, outlining Skillz's reputation as a lyricist. Overall, "Crew Deep" is a demonstration of Skillz’s knack for storytelling and clever wordplay, solidifying his status in the hip-hop world.

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