What makes How You Luv That Vol. 2 by Big Tymers notable?

This album solidified Big Tymers' reputation, debuting at number 25 on the Billboard 200 and helping to popularize the Cash Money sound characterized by catchy hooks and boastful lyricism. It also contributed to the growing influence of Southern rap throughout the late '90s and early 2000s, paving the way for future artists in the genre. How You Luv That Vol. 2 is the second studio album by Big Tymers, released in January 1998, following their successful debut album, How You Luv That. At this point in their career, the duo was establishing themselves as key players in the Cash Money Records roster, heralding the rise of Southern hip-hop on a national stage.

How many songs are on How You Luv That Vol. 2?

How You Luv That Vol. 2 has 18 tracks, running approximately 76 minutes.

How You Luv That Vol. 2

Big Tymers · 1998

76 min · 18 tracks · hip-hop

A vibrant mix of flashy beats and confident flows that encapsulates late '90s Southern hip-hop culture.

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Big Ballin’ — This track epitomizes the lavish lifestyle theme prevalent throughout the album, featuring a catchy hook and energetic production that showcases the duo's charisma.
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Money & Power — The song combines slick wordplay with a driving beat, making it a standout example of how Big Tymers blends street narratives with aspirational themes.
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Drop It Like It’s Hot — This track features an infectious rhythm and playful lyrics, demonstrating the duo's ability to craft club-ready anthems that resonated with audiences.
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Beautiful — With its smooth melody and introspective lyrics, this track offers a contrast to the album's otherwise brash tone, showcasing Big Tymers' versatility as artists.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid production and flows but doesn't fully stand out in its genre.

What we noticed

Several songs feature layered vocal harmonies and call-and-response patterns, typical of Southern hip-hop.
The production includes heavy bass lines and synthesized melodies, creating a vibrant sound characteristic of the late '90s era.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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.

Tracklist

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

1 Big Tymers (intro) 3:06
2 Playboy (Don’t Hate Me) 4:38
3 Big Ballin’ 4:37
4 Tear It Up 4:00
5 Phone Call 1:23
6 How U Luv That 4:52
7 Cutlass, Monte Carlo’s & Regal’s 4:43
8 Money & Power 5:09
9 Millionaire Dream 5:21
10 Beautiful 4:05
11 Ballin’ 5:06
12 Drop It Like It’s Hot 3:58
13 Top of the Line Nigga 4:18
14 Tell Me 3:06
15 On Top of the World 5:01
16 Suga & Pac, Puff & Big (6 Fig) 4:30
17 How Should I Ride 3:41
18 Stun’n (remix) 4:25

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