Hip-hop icon Juvenile is gearing up to celebrate the 25th anniversary of his classic hit “Back That Azz Up” with a sprawling tour across North America. Announced via X (formerly Twitter) on May 30, the tour will feature over 60 stops, taking Juvenile to virtually every corner of the U.S. and Canada.
“The results are in!!! Over 60 cities in U.S. & Canada are getting dates for my 25th Anniversary of Back That Azz Up Tour!!!” Juvenile wrote. “Going to damn near every state in the country too. Thank you to my fans. We doing this together to represent for the 99-2000s.”
Juvenile, known for his dynamic performances and influential presence in the hip-hop scene, is preparing a tour that promises to be a nostalgic and energetic celebration of his career. Though a complete itinerary has not yet been released, the announcement has generated significant buzz. Fans are particularly excited about the potential inclusion of Mannie Fresh, the legendary producer behind many of Juvenile’s hits. “Oklahoma City, St Louis, NYC, DC, Columbia SC, Birmingham, Memphis, Houston, Chicago, Las Vegas … do yall want me to add my producer the legendary @manniefresh to the shows so we do it just like tiny desk but better?? RT if so,” Juvenile teased on Twitter, sparking widespread anticipation.
The tour is part of a broader celebration of Juvenile’s debut album, 400 Degreez, which remains his best-selling project to date. In March, he released a long-awaited music video for the album’s title track. The Diesel Filmz-directed video features a nostalgic montage, including footage from the original 400 Degreez era and new scenes of Juvenile and Mannie Fresh performing together. The video’s opening message highlights the album’s enduring impact: “On November 3, 1998 Juvenile released his 3rd album 400 Degreez. The album went on to be certified 4x platinum having sold over 4 million copies.”
Juvenile’s legacy is further cemented by the upcoming Hot Boys reunion. This summer, he will join forces with Lil Wayne, B.G., Turk, and Birdman for a special performance at Essence Fest in New Orleans. This reunion marks a significant moment for fans of the iconic group, as they perform together on Birdman’s 30th anniversary set. Juvenile has also hinted at new music from the Hot Boys, confirming that the group is back in the studio working on a new album.
With a tour celebrating the milestone of “Back That Azz Up” and the resurgence of the Hot Boys, Juvenile is set to make a powerful impact this year. Fans can look forward to a series of electrifying performances that honor the legacy of one of hip-hop’s most influential artists.
