Big Willie Style
Will Smith · 1997
58 min · 17 tracks · hip-hop
A vibrant blend of catchy hooks, playful lyrics, and infectious beats that embody late '90s hip-hop.
Why this album works
- Best for
- playful anthems for celebration dynamic journey with interludes catchy hooks for sing-alongs
- Context
- When 'Big Willie Style' was released in November 1997, Will Smith was transitioning from a successful television career with 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' to becoming a mainstream music artist. This album followed his previous release, 'Big Willie Style' marked a significant moment in his career as it solidified his status as a pop-rap crossover star.
- If you like
- hip-hop
Big Willie Style is an album by Will Smith, released in 1997. A vibrant blend of catchy hooks, playful lyrics, and infectious beats that embody late '90s hip-hop. 'Big Willie Style' debuted at number 8 on the Billboard 200 and produced multiple hit singles, notably 'Gettin’ Jiggy Wit It' and 'Miami.' The album's success helped redefine hip-hop's commercial appeal, particularly among younger audiences, and received positive reviews for its upbeat and family-friendly approach. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Big Willie Style sound like?
A vibrant blend of catchy hooks, playful lyrics, and infectious beats that embody late '90s hip-hop. Rooted in hip-hop.
What makes Big Willie Style by Will Smith notable?
'Big Willie Style' debuted at number 8 on the Billboard 200 and produced multiple hit singles, notably 'Gettin’ Jiggy Wit It' and 'Miami.' The album's success helped redefine hip-hop's commercial appeal, particularly among younger audiences, and received positive reviews for its upbeat and family-friendly approach. When 'Big Willie Style' was released in November 1997, Will Smith was transitioning from a successful television career with 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' to becoming a mainstream music artist. This album followed his previous release, 'Big Willie Style' marked a significant moment in his career as it solidified his status as a pop-rap crossover star.
Who is Big Willie Style for?
Big Willie Style works well if you're into playful anthems for celebration, dynamic journey with interludes and catchy hooks for sing-alongs.
How many songs are on Big Willie Style?
Big Willie Style has 17 tracks, running approximately 58 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 1:51
- 2 Y’all Know 3:57
- 3 Gettin’ Jiggy Wit It Standout 3:47
- 4 Candy 3:56
- 5 Chasing Forever 4:15
- 6 Keith B‐Real I (interlude) 1:07
- 7 Don’t Say Nothin’ 4:22
- 8 Miami Standout 3:17
- 9 Yes Yes Y’all 4:23
- 10 I Loved You 4:12
- 11 Keith B‐Real II (interlude) 0:30
- 12 It’s All Good 4:04
- 13 Just the Two of Us Standout 5:15
- 14 Keith B‐Real III (interlude) 1:54
- 15 Big Willie Style 3:35
- 16 Men in Black 3:45
- 17 Just Cruisin’ (remix) 4:14
Learn More
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.
