400 Degreez cover

400 Degreez

Juvenile · 1998

72 min · 18 tracks · hip-hop

A vibrant mix of Southern bounce and gritty street narratives, infused with infectious hooks and party-ready beats.

Top tracks — play these first

  • →
    Back That Azz Up — This track is emblematic of the album's infectious energy, blending catchy hooks with a danceable beat that made it a club staple.
  • →
    Ha — 'Ha' captures Juvenile's signature flow and storytelling ability, offering a glimpse into the gritty realities of life while remaining undeniably catchy.
  • →
    Rich Niggaz — In 'Rich Niggaz,' Juvenile reflects on wealth and success with an authentic lens, showcasing his lyrical prowess against a backdrop of engaging production.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

58 /100
Treeline
Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong hooks and production typical of Southern hip-hop but has some flow disruptions due to remixes.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of call-and-response hooks, particularly in tracks like 'Back That Azz Up' and 'Ha', which engage listeners directly.
  • Several tracks incorporate layered vocal samples and prominent bass lines that drive the Southern bounce sound characteristic of the genre.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • wave-like pacing experience
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • raw energy and swagger

Where this album fits

Career context
400 Degreez marked Juvenile's third studio album, following his 1997 effort, Soulja Rag. Released in 1998, it solidified Juvenile's status as a leading figure in the Southern hip-hop scene and played a pivotal role in the rise of Cash Money Records.
Stylistic neighbors
Lil Wayne· Master P· Birdman

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Ghetto Children

    The verse shifts to address social issues faced by youth directly, invoking a sense of urgency and communal responsibility.

    This direct address contrasts with the more celebratory tone elsewhere on the album, revealing deeper themes beneath its party-centric surface.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Intro 2:12
  • 2 Ha 4:52
  • 3 Gone Ride With Me 4:23
  • 4 Flossin Season 4:33
  • 5 Ghetto Children 4:05
  • 6 Follow Me Now 3:55
  • 7 Cash Money Concert 0:51
  • 8 Welcome 2 tha Nolia 5:52
  • 9 U.P.T. 4:17
  • 10 Run for It 4:45
  • 11 Ha (remix) 4:25
  • 12 Rich Niggaz 5:03
  • 13 Back That Azz Up 4:25
  • 14 Off Top 3:50
  • 15 After Cash Money Concert 1:19
  • 16 400 Degreez 4:09
  • 17 Juvenile on Fire 4:57
  • 18 Ha (remix) 4:25

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata