Together, they made several albums in the late 1980s and early 1990s to little popular appeal, though their second album (Ain't a Damn Thing Changed, 1991) was a commercial success that included a minor hit in "Sometimes I Rhyme Slow". "Hip-Hop Junkies", which featured a sample from The Partridge Family's "I Think I Love You" was also a hit, and once performed live on Keenan Ivory Wayans "In Living Color".
They are known for their humorous rhymes and catchy hooks. They often appeared as guest rappers on albums by The Beatnuts, Gang Starr and Tony Touch among many others. Tupac Shakur was intending to sign Nice & Smooth to his Makavelli label prior to his death.
Ooh Child
Nice & Smooth Lyrics
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He and Special K are like Barney and Fred
(Greg Nice) Smooth Bee is MC's
We grow from roots to trees and then leaves
When he's strollin', high-rollin'
All the girlies on the block he's controllin'
He's Teddy Ted baby, livin care free
You don't scare him, so don't fear him
And to this rap there's a sequel
Teddy Ted, a pimp with a gangster limp
Class he's flowin' like sand through the hourglass
He does work, he loves to flirt
{"Ohhhhh"}, {"You are an expert"}
The lyrics of Nice & Smooth's song "Ooh Child" highlight an individual named Teddy Ted and the way he carries himself through life. The first two lines of the lyrics compare Teddy Ted and his friend Special K to the iconic duo of Barney and Fred from "The Flintstones." This reference is meant to communicate the strong friendship and camaraderie between the two men. The next line mentions that Greg Nice and Smooth Bee are MC's, indicating that they have risen to prominence in the hip hop world.
As the lyrics continue, we learn that Teddy Ted is a smooth operator who seems to effortlessly attract attention from women. He is described as "high-rolling" and "controlling" with all the girls on the block. Despite his flashy exterior, however, the song reminds listeners that all people are equal and should strive to be peaceful. This message of unity and humility is emphasized in the final line of the lyrics, which promises a sequel to this rap.
Line by Line Meaning
Teddy Ted, that's what I said
We're talking about Teddy Ted, it's as simple as that
He and Special K are like Barney and Fred
Teddy Ted and Special K have a close relationship like the cartoon characters Barney and Fred
(Greg Nice) Smooth Bee is MC's
Greg Nice is telling us that Smooth Bee is a great MC
We grow from roots to trees and then leaves
We start small and grow bigger and bigger like a tree
When he's strollin', high-rollin'
Teddy Ted looks cool and confident when he's walking around
All the girlies on the block he's controllin'
Teddy Ted has a lot of power over the girls in the neighborhood
He's Teddy Ted baby, livin care free
Teddy Ted lives his life without worries
You don't scare him, so don't fear him
Teddy Ted is not afraid of anyone, so you shouldn't be either
We're all equal, so be peaceful
Everyone is equal and we should all strive for peace
And to this rap there's a sequel
This song is not the end, there will be more to come
Teddy Ted, a pimp with a gangster limp
Teddy Ted is a cool, confident pimp who walks with a limp like a gangster
Class he's flowin' like sand through the hourglass
Teddy Ted is smooth and classy like sand flowing through an hourglass
He does work, he loves to flirt
Teddy Ted is a hard worker and he loves to flirt with girls
{"Ohhhhh"}, {"You are an expert"}
These are sounds of admiration for Teddy Ted's skills with the ladies
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