"This isn't a zip file, kid," Cisco said, his voice gravely serious. "It’s better. It’s the master backup. But I’m only giving it to you under one condition."
Following the massive multi-platinum success of his debut, Harlem World , Mase (born Mason Betha) returned in 1999 with a slightly darker, more aggressive tone. While Harlem World was a pop-rap masterpiece, Double Up attempted to bridge the gap between his commercial appeal and his street roots.
"Double Up" debuted at number 11 on the US Billboard 200 chart and eventually reached number 1 on the chart. The album was certified platinum by the RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America) and sold over 1 million copies in the United States.
The album features guest appearances from various artists, including:
For collectors, original CDs and vinyl copies of Double Up are still widely available on marketplaces like Discogs or eBay. The Legacy of the Album