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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Uh, yeah, remix, you know what it is, yeah
It's the V-A, huh, remix, oh, yeah, aha, let's go
You know (remix), oh, come on, check me out, uh

Patty cake, patty cake, V-A got plenty weight (whoo)
Clipse and S-K-I double can only mean trouble (yeah)
Hot like the eye on the storm, we gon' bubble (uh)
Platinum is the jewel and plus we goin' double
V-A, where the deer and the antelope play
But you can still get your cantaloupes sprayed (uh)
Quick to show a nigga it ain't sweet down here
Better change your way of thinking fore ya creeps round here

Uh, Pusha, I keep more cain in the street
Than the elderly and weak
I put myself out of reach (uh), flow more sicker
Ghetto rich, I brought shame to the beach (uh)
Press your luck, twin blocks is tucked (aha)
Call the crew ? cause they black as f*ck (whoo)
Tell me how y'all feel
Clipse with Skillz, V-A love for real

Y'all don't really wanna f*ck with me (uh)
My click D double-E to the P (remix), blaow!
I put two in your side (yeah)
Flow in ya dough in ya motherfucking ride (remix)
Y'all don't really wanna f*ck with me (oh)
My click D double-E to the P (remix)

I thought I told y'all dudes before
Y'all dudes can't mess with me (Pharrell)
Jamaican ? (uh), crimes and loot
Mei Mei kitty speedin' me shampoo
While y'all niggaz were shootin' pictures of Puffy (uh)
I was shootin' niggaz on my little brother's huffy
Y'all ? break ya uh uh, personally wake ya uh uh (yeah)
I'm magic with the gun then ha, I'll make ya huff blast
Sex, nigga, don't be a courageous f*ck, uh uh (whoo)-acap

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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

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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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