Discover the story of the song > Skypager – A Tribe Called Quest

The lyrics are about the importance and use of a skypager, which is a device similar to a beeper or pager. The protagonist talks about how having a skypager is necessary, especially if they are a performer and need to be contacted for shows. They mention meeting their lover and enjoying a meal together. The protagonist also discusses how the skypager can be used for communication about sex. Another contributor talks about how the batteries they use for their skypager last a long time and they can be reached even if they are on a beach in Costa Rica. The lyrics also mention that some people think pagers are annoying, but the protagonist finds them helpful. The song ends with a message thanking the listener for calling the skypager.