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The theme song for the film "Men in Black," about secret agents protecting Earth from aliens.
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About Will Smith
Will Smith began recording as the Fresh Prince in a Philadelphia partnership with DJ Jazzy Jeff. Their accessible, often comic songs established his musical identity before television and film expanded his audience. He continued into solo rap with Big Willie Style, including Men in Black and Gettin' Jiggy Wit It, followed by Willennium and Lost and Found. Soundtrack singles and albums became connected parts of a career spanning music and screen performance.
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Will Smith - Biography.com music career sections
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Profile reviewed: 2026-10-19. Artist background does not establish a song's creative origin or release date.
1997
1998
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Smith created the song as a fun, danceable track showcasing his rap skills and pop appeal.
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Will Smith began recording as the Fresh Prince in a Philadelphia partnership with DJ Jazzy Jeff. Their accessible, often comic songs established his musical identity before television and film expanded his audience....
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The song was inspired by Smith's desire to create a fun, dance-oriented track.
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