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The album's 1970s styled content was influential on a number of artists within the next few years after its release, like Will Smith, who enlisted Camp Lo for an appearance on his top-selling Big Willie Style album. Also in 1997, they appeared on Oran "Juice" Jones ' single "Poppin' That Fly".
Nov 25, 1997 · In contrast to the gangsta rap of the early decade, the late 90’s were a time to revel in the excesses of the hip-hop lifestyle. Will Smith is the quintessential “nice guy” who doesn’t ...
Big Willie Style is the debut solo album by American rapper and actor Will Smith. It was released on November 25, 1997, by Columbia Records . The album was primarily produced by Poke & Tone , with other contributors including L.E.S. and Smith's former collaborator DJ Jazzy Jeff .
Big Willie Style, released 20 years ago this Saturday, was not an especially good album, but what it lacked in gravitas and innovation it made up for in Will Smith.
His comeback album, Big Willie Style, was literally a throwback to hip hop's roots, namely partying,peace and having a good time. If you want the lyrical mastery of Canibus or Rakim or the briliant production of Dr.Dre or DJ Premier, look elswhere.
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