John & Ernest were an American comedic rap duo active in the early 1970s. Comprised of John Free and Ernest Smith, the pair is known for their pioneering blend of comedy and music, which laid the groundwork for the later emergence of comedic hip-hop. Their most notable work is "Super Fly Meets Shaft," a topical rap parody that reached No. 31 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1973. This song, along with their other works, drew heavily from pop culture and current events, making them a significant act in the early history of comedic and narrative-driven hip-hop.