Sermon is best known as one half of the late-1980s/1990s hip-hop group EPMD. He began recording solo albums for Def Jam in 1993.
In 1997, he rejoined EPMD. The following year, Sermon, Keith Murray and Redman recorded a cover version of "Rapper's Delight" by The Sugarhill Gang, the first hit hip-hop record. EPMD disbanded a second time in 1998. In 2000, Sermon moved over to J Records, and released the album Music the following year. The title track (a Top 40 pop hit that also made it to #2 on the R&B music charts), featured guest vocals from late soul music legend Marvin Gaye, culled from unreleased recordings which Sermon reportedly found in a small record shop in London. React was released in 2002.
In 2003, J Records dropped Erick Sermon due to poor record sales. However, he still went on to establish his Def Squad imprint with Motown Records. At this time, he recorded an album, Chilltown, N.Y., which was released a year later in 2004. The album was powered by the single "Feel It" (which contained a sample of Reggae/R&B Singer Sean Paul), a song which became a moderate success in the United States. In an interview, he stated that he was going to step aside and try to get upcoming artists in the spotlight.
However, Sermon hasn't stopped doing music altogether, as he has produced the song "Goldmine" on Busta Rhymes' album, The Big Bang in 2006. Very soon after, Sermon recorded "Don't Make No Sense" with Def Squad.
Sermon joined up again for a special EPMD worldwide tour in 2006, were he was being held company by Keith Murray among others.
So Sweet
Erick Sermon Lyrics
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Yeah, check it out
Where Eazy at man? (I think he over there dude)
Where he at? damn (Oh aight cool)
Yo, I'm the rocka man (Who?)
Glock cocka man (Who?)
Blocka blocka man
(You!) can't stoppa man
Make chicks strip to bare meat
Leavin' nuttin' on but their shoes
No rules, I'm dumbin' out in the bathroom
Gettin' sucked off 'till I bust off
E single to mingle
Blow somethin' in they ear to make'em tingle
Earrings watch'em jingle (uh!)
Leave the spot jump in the car escape
Bouncin', with the new biggie smalls tape
Dead wrong down sunset haven't had fun yet
Me not the E, you wanna make a bet?
Remember this, lounge you in the danger zone
E got the blocks on snipe the drop zone (uh!)
Peep the whip, I'm sittin' on twenty inch Brobbit's
And y'all sittin' on garbage (huh!)
Feel me baby the way I be movin'
Watch what I'm doin', got the spot brewin'
Off the hook in here, you can smell it, gangsta
I'll let Eazy E tell it
Chorus (Eazy-E) (4x)
Feel the beat!
Bein' a gangsta is so neat
Yeah! gangsta beat for the street
(Eazy-E)
I got beef for the street to the beach I'll be rollin'
Never see me strollin'
40's I'll be holdin'
Girls in the daisys drive eazy crazy
Rolled up my windows as I turned on my AC
Rollin' down crenshaw see the hoe's joggin'
Sunday nights poppin'
See the 4's hoppin'
My stereo's bumpin' the A-T-L funk
You can call it what you want
Either way the shit bumps
Chorus (4x)
(Erick Onasis)
Yeah, yeah yeah feel me y'all (who?)
The emcee y'all (yo!)
Who I be y'all, E, thats me y'all
Shining call me the black Jack Nicholson
Heeeres Erick, for those thats listening
Yeah, I'm right there block the glare when you stare
Cover your face when I'm in the place (uh, uh)
E, the boy in the east, got green eyes wit' telekenisis
keep dime pieces, snatch ya feat, it's a full time jack move (RIIIIGHT!)
Eazy E and E make a jack move
The combo ya hear here, sound so sweet
Gangsta beats for the streets
Chorus (4x)
The song "So Sweet" by Erick Sermon featuring Eazy-E is a portrayal of the gangster lifestyle. The lyrics of the song boast about cars, girls, and the general feeling of being a badass. The song starts with Erick Sermon introducing himself and his persona as a "rocka man" and a "blocka blocka man". He then goes on to brag about making chicks strip and being able to leave them with only their shoes on.
Erick Sermon further exalts his reputation by stating that he "leaves the spot jump in the car escape". He also mentions that he has the latest Biggie Smalls tape in his car. The music of the song complements the lyrics very well as it has a heavy base and beats drop at the right time to hook the listeners.
Eazy-E adds to the bravado by introducing himself and his relationship with girls. He states that he has "beef for the street" and carries a 40 everywhere he goes. Eazy-E also mentions the girls who drive him crazy and his love for driving around Crenshaw on Sunday nights, with a bumping sound system. The chorus of the song then follows, as Eazy-E highlights the thrill of being a gangsta in the streets.
Overall, "So Sweet" is a track that glorifies the gangster culture and has elements of bragging and menace in its lyrics. The music is an excellent addition to the lyrics and solidifies the feeling of being a true gangsta.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, check it out
Listen up and pay attention
Where Eazy at man? (I think he over there dude)
Asking where Eazy is located
Yo, I'm the rocka man (Who?)
Introducing oneself as being a rock star
Glock cocka man (Who?)
Claiming to be skilled and dangerous with guns
Blocka blocka man
Asserting dominance, can't be stopped
Technique I freak
Exploiting his sexual techniques to satisfy women
Make chicks strip to bare meat
Getting women to undress completely
Leavin' nuttin' on but their shoes
Leaving women with only their shoes on after sex
No rules, I'm dumbin' out in the bathroom
Acting recklessly with no limits in the bathroom
Gettin' sucked off 'till I bust off
Receiving oral sex until he ejaculates
E single to mingle
Being available and ready to date
Blow somethin' in they ear to make'em tingle
Whispering seductive words to arouse women
Earrings watch'em jingle (uh!)
Enjoying the sight of women's earrings bouncing
Leave the spot jump in the car escape
Leaving the venue quickly to avoid any potential issues
Bouncin', with the new biggie smalls tape
Driving around while listening to the newest Biggie Smalls album
Dead wrong down sunset haven't had fun yet
Not having fun yet and acknowledging the danger on Sunset
Me not the E, you wanna make a bet?
Clarifying that he is not Eazy E
Remember this, lounge you in the danger zone
Warning that they're in a dangerous area
E got the blocks on snipe the drop zone (uh!)
E is in control and watching the area
Peep the whip, I'm sittin' on twenty inch Brobbit's
Showing off his car with nice rims
And y'all sittin' on garbage (huh!)
Belittling other people's vehicles
Feel me baby the way I be movin'
Impressing others with his confident movements
Watch what I'm doin', got the spot brewin'
Being the center of attention and stirring things up
Off the hook in here, you can smell it, gangsta
Exhibiting a strong presence and energy
I'll let Eazy E tell it
Referring to Eazy E for further explanations
Feel the beat!
Appreciating the music and the vibes
Bein' a gangsta is so neat
Boasting about the appeal of being a gangster
Yeah! gangsta beat for the street
Acknowledging the style of music and where it is played
I got beef for the street to the beach I'll be rollin'
Holding grudges and always ready to fight
Never see me strollin'
Always active and on the move
40's I'll be holdin'
Drinking 40 oz bottles of alcohol
Girls in the daisys drive eazy crazy
Attracted to women in Daisy Dukes
Rolled up my windows as I turned on my AC
Adjusting car conditions to be comfortable
Rollin' down crenshaw see the hoe's joggin'
Seeing prostitutes running along Crenshaw boulevard
Sunday nights poppin', see the 4's hoppin'
Enjoying the lively atmosphere on Sunday nights
My stereo's bumpin' the A-T-L funk
Listening to music from Atlanta
You can call it what you want
Doesn't matter what you call it, it's all good
Either way the shit bumps
The music is great either way
Yeah, yeah yeah feel me y'all (who?)
Making sure everyone is listening
The emcee y'all (yo!)
Identifying himself as an emcee
Who I be y'all, E, thats me y'all
Introducing himself as E
Shining call me the black Jack Nicholson
Comparing himself to Jack Nicholson in terms of fame and status
Heeeres Erick, for those thats listening
Presenting himself for those who are paying attention
Yeah, I'm right there block the glare when you stare
Confidently asserting his presence and ability to intimidate others
Cover your face when I'm in the place (uh, uh)
Being so powerful that others feel the need to hide or cower
E, the boy in the east, got green eyes wit' telekenisis
Describing himself as someone with unique abilities
keep dime pieces, snatch ya feat, it's a full time jack move (RIIIIGHT!)
Stating his preference for attractive women and warning that he may steal them
Eazy E and E make a jack move
Teaming up with Eazy E to cause trouble
The combo ya hear here, sound so sweet
The combination of their music and attitudes is impressive
Gangsta beats for the streets
Playing music that the neighborhood enjoys
Contributed by Samantha Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@2lepides3zwespermastealth51
Yeah, check it out
Where Eazy at man? (I think he over there dude)
Where he at? Damn (Oh aight cool)
Yo, I'm the rocka man (Who?)
Glock cocka man (Who?)
Blocka blocka man
(You!) can't stoppa man
Technique I freak
Make chicks strip to bare meat
Leavin' nuttin' on but their shoes
No rules, I'm dumbin' out in the bathroom
Gettin' sucked off 'till I bust off
E single to mingle
Blow somethin' in they ear to make'em tingle
Earrings watch'em jingle (uh!)
Leave the spot jump in the car escape
Bouncin', with the new biggie smalls tape
Dead wrong down sunset haven't had fun yet
Me not the E, you wanna make a bet?
Remember this, lounge you in the danger zone
E got the blocks on snipe the drop zone (uh!)
Peep the whip, I'm sittin' on twenty inch Brobbit's
And y'all sittin' on garbage (huh!)
Feel me baby the way I be movin'
Watch what I'm doin', got the spot brewin'
Off the hook in here, you can smell it, gangsta
I'll let Eazy E tell it
Chorus [Eazy-E] (4x)
Feel the beat!
Bein' a gangsta is so neat
Yeah! Gangsta beat for the street
[Eazy-E]
I got beef for the street to the beach I'll be rollin'
Never see me strollin'
40's I'll be holdin'
Girls in the daisys drive eazy crazy
Rolled up my windows as I turned on my ac
Rollin' down crenshaw see the hoe's joggin'
Sunday nights poppin'
See the 4's hoppin'
My stereo's bumpin' the A-T-L funk
You can call it what you want
Either way the shit bumps
Chorus (4x)
[Erick Onasis]
Yeah, yeah yeah feel me y'all (who?)
The emcee y'all (yo!)
Who I be y'all, E, that's me y'all
Shining call me the black Jack Nicholson
Heeeres Erick, for those that's listening
Yeah, I'm right there block the glare when you stare
Cover your face when I'm in the place (uh, uh)
E, the boy in the east, got green eyes wit' telekenisis
Keep dime pieces, snatch ya feat, it's a full time jack move (Riiiight!)
Eazy E and E make a jack move
The combo ya hear here, sound so sweet
Gangsta beats for the streets
@thedoranwilliamsshow6863
I heard Eric Sermon talking about this song radio. Dope 💪
@chick3nlord22
Real shit feels like Eazy iz alive rn damn🙏🏾💯🔥
@karelbellic8480
Bad ass, especially Eazy. Rip man.
Missed like crazy !
@muonlinenet3378
Holy. Moly
@lukemccann4061
Sermon coming correct
@giantsj3
DOPE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@santiagoschram3314
Eazyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy
seeeeeeeeeermooooooooooooon
@ToniJXN
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
@itsallpointless
😎 2:31 . . . got green eyes with TELEKINESIS ...
... . ... keep dime pieces...
@undajung591
🙌🏼❤️🔥👌🏼🙏🏼