"Just Cruisin'" is a song by American rapper and actor Will Smith. It features on Men in Black: The Album and the UK release of his debut studio album, Big Willie Style (1997). Released on November 25, 1997, in Europe only, the song reached the top 40 in several countries, including Norway and Sweden, where the single peaked within the top 20. In New Zealand, the song was issued as a double A-side with "Gettin' Jiggy wit It" and peaked at number six.
Background
"Just Cruisin'" first appeared on the soundtrack Men in Black: The Album and was also available on the UK release on Big Willie Style. The song was written by Will Smith and Nas, while production was handled by The Trackmasters, then known as Poke & Tone; the vocals are performed by actress Tichina Arnold.
Commercial performance
"Just Cruisin'" found moderate international success, reaching the top 20 in Norway and Sweden and peaking at number 23 on the UK Singles Chart.[1][2]
Critical reception
British magazine Music Week rated the song four out of five, noting that it "profiles Smith at his laid-back best."[3]
Music video
An accompanying music video directed by Robert Caruso was released and got some playing time on the likes of MTV and BET. The video features Smith driving around Los Angeles and New York City in his car. The car can transform into a boat or a fighter jet and can also clean itself at the touch of a button.
