
Back in 1988, DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince released their second album, He’s the DJ, I’m the Rapper, and it quickly became popular, largely due to the iconic song “Parents Just Don’t Understand.” Their next big hit, “A Nightmare on My Street,” told the story of a scary encounter Will Smith had with a frightening enemy he described as “burnt up like a weenie” and nicknamed “Fred.” Will Smith’s character survives, but Jazzy Jeff isn’t so fortunate. Despite its success – peaking at #15 on the Billboard Hot 100 – the song nearly derailed their careers.