The group's name is an acronym for "Erick and Parrish Making Dollars", referencing its members: rappers Erick Sermon ("E Double") and Parrish Smith ("PMD"). Diamond J, DJ K La Boss, and later DJ Scratch were DJs for the group.
The duo split by January of 1993, under controversial circumstances. According to interviews in The Source and Rap Pages, in late 1991, Smith’s house was burgled by armed intruders. According to Smith, in the ensuing police investigation, one of the apprehended culprits supposedly gave up Sermon’s name as having allegedly paid them to do it. Sermon was arrested and briefly detained for questioning, but no charges were filed.
Skit
EPMD Lyrics
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Yo yo yo Stretch we thought you wasn't gonna come through
Nah look this is what I got man
Oh word? Yeah let me check the shit out whattup
This right here man!
That's hot right there son
Yo knock big money style
This? This? You might like this right
Oh word? Yeah yeah yeah yeah just hold on let me smell that
Yea yea yea but THIS is what I really wanted to show you right here
The shocker
In "Skit" by EPMD, the lyrics describe a transaction between two individuals, one of whom is named Stretch. The verses are mainly dialogue between the two individuals discussing various items for sale that are potentially drugs or illegal items. The first individual brings out a product and the other individual, named Stretch, inspects it and comments on its quality. The conversation continues with Stretch being shown different items until finally the last item, referred to as "the shocker," is revealed as the most desired product.
The lyrics in this skit are reflective of the street culture and the drug trade. The dialogue is filled with slang and code words that are used in the drug trade. The tone of the conversation is nonchalant, indicating that this exchange is a normal occurrence and that these individuals are well-versed in this type of activity. The use of the phrase "big money style" suggests that the products being sold are expensive and valuable.
Overall, "Skit" gives the listener a glimpse into the illegal drug trade and sheds light on a darker aspect of society that is often hidden from public view.
Line by Line Meaning
And now the transaction
The exchange is about to take place
Yo yo yo Stretch we thought you wasn't gonna come through
The singer is surprised that Stretch showed up
Nah look this is what I got man
The singer is showing Stretch what they brought
Oh word? Yeah let me check the shit out whattup
Stretch is interested in seeing what the artist has brought
This right here man!
The artist is showing Stretch what they have
That's hot right there son
Stretch thinks what the singer has is cool
This is OK this is OK
Stretch isn't as impressed with the other item
Yo knock big money style
The artist is asking for approval of their taste
This? This? You might like this right
The artist is trying to influence Stretch's opinion
Oh word? Yeah yeah yeah yeah just hold on let me smell that
Stretch wants to examine the item further
Yea yea yea but THIS is what I really wanted to show you right here
The singer is more excited about another item
The shocker
The artist reveals the item they're most excited about
Lyrics © DistroKid, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ERICK S. SERMON, PARRISH J. SMITH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ceo_felcone
Who’s watching / listening to this in 2024? ✋🏽
@RudeCustoms
I still hella do it
@KemberleyjuniorPierre
It is Nas that send me here
@cedricfleming3045
Just got through bumping this classic in 2024.
@ceo_felcone
@@RudeCustoms 💯💪🏽
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@@KemberleyjuniorPierre 💯💯💯
@rudeboysandokhan442
The dude behind Parrish in the mustard yellow sweatsuit having the time of his life dancing makes my day.
@thomasalexander7395
He killing it! 🔥
@aaronverico1396
That's the legendary dancer Stezo. He was a dope MC too. Check out his classic song & video, 'It's My Turn.' RIP Stezo. 🙏🏿🕊️✨
@kevinlotharp1759
STEZO