The track includes vocal contributions from rapper Q-Tip, R&B singer Vinia Mojica and entrepreneur Russell Simmons.

The intro of the song features Def Jam co-founder Russell Simmons - in non-musical capacity - as a DJ from fictional radio station "WRMS".

The song is considered a collaboration from the Native Tongues posse, as De La Soul, Q-Tip and Mojica are all members.

This is the sunniest track on De La Soul Is Dead and though there's the occasional jagged tear in the strip—Erection brings bad boys joys—it's safe to roam in its world, where even the washing up sings to you.

"[5] Pan-European magazine Music & Media felt it has "a relaxing lazy beat", adding, "Guest singer Vinija Mojica plays the leading role.