Travis Scott, the Houston-bred rapper and founder of Cactus Jack Records, officially released Jackboys 2 on Sunday, July 13, 2025. This 17-track compilation—hosted by UGK legend Bun B—marks a high-octane return to the collective format that originally debuted in 2019. With a star-studded lineup featuring both label signees and heavyweight guest artists, the album has generated considerable buzz for its genre-blending production and elaborate promotional rollout.
Jackboys 2 reunites core Cactus Jack artists Don Toliver, Sheck Wes, SoFaygo, and newcomer Wallie the Sensei with an eclectic mix of high-profile collaborators. The album features appearances from 21 Savage, Kodak Black, Playboi Carti, Future, GloRilla, Tyla, Vybz Kartel, SahBabii, Waka Flocka Flame, and YoungBoy Never Broke Again. This cross-generational roster underlines the project’s aim: uniting Southern rap veterans with emerging voices under a unified, genre-fluid aesthetic.
The album rollout has been a multi-platform marketing spectacle. A lead single and video, “2000 Excursion” featuring Don Toliver and Sheck Wes, dropped on July 8, showcasing dark, synth-heavy production by Cardo Got Wings and Johnny Juliano. A graphic unveiling the full 17-track tracklist and Bun B’s hosting duties was shared via social media on July 10. Mystery trailers—reportedly directed by filmmaker Harmony Korine—featured Lamborghinis and gritty urban visuals, drawing comparisons to a “Fast & Furious of rap collabs.” Adding to the fanfare, Scott reportedly gifted custom Lamborghini Huracán sports cars to contributors including Toliver, Wes, 21 Savage, GloRilla, SahBabii, SoFaygo, Waka Flocka, Vybz Kartel, and Kodak Black, reinforcing the over-the-top branding.
While Jackboys 2 is musically expansive, it doesn’t shy away from lyrical confrontation. On the opening track “Champain & Vacay,” Travis appears to respond to recent criticism from Pusha T, with lines like “Made a hundred off pushin’ T’s” and “Blue Bugatti, I’m dodgin’ TMZ,” which listeners have interpreted as a subtle rebuttal to shots fired on Clipse’s recent album. However, beyond this track, Scott refrains from further conflict, instead centering the album around trunk-rattling production and melodic atmospheres, a move praised by some critics for avoiding unnecessary distractions.
The timing of the release—July 13, also known as “713 Day”—was no coincidence. The date is a tribute to Houston’s area code and Scott’s hometown roots. Featuring Bun B as host further grounds the album in Houston’s musical legacy, blending respect for tradition with a forward-looking sound. The project arrives on the heels of a productive stretch for Scott, who released his solo album Utopia in 2023, reissued Days Before Rodeo in May 2025, performed at the 2025 College Football Playoff halftime show, and headlined Coachella earlier this year.
Sonically, the album spans a broad range of styles. The single “2000 Excursion” fuses dark trap elements with melodic hooks, while other tracks bring together Southern rap rhythms, East Coast bars, Caribbean flair with Vybz Kartel, and contemporary trap stylings. The production has been characterized as both cinematic and club-ready, giving the album a sense of movement and ambition that appeals across listener demographics.
Early reactions suggest a warm reception. Critics and fans have praised the diversity of sound and the high-caliber guest list, describing Jackboys 2 as a “multimodal event.” The album’s alignment with the Clipse comeback release, Let God Sort Em Out, appears to be a strategic play by Scott, not through direct confrontation but via musical output and presence. Bun B’s participation further lends legacy credibility, while the younger collaborators expand Cactus Jack’s relevance.
Looking forward, Jackboys 2 stands to impact several fronts. For Cactus Jack, it reinforces the label’s place in contemporary hip-hop as both a tastemaker and collaborative incubator. The project could also pave the way for future collective tours, expand Scott’s influence as a genre-blending curator, and strengthen Houston’s imprint on the national rap narrative. Importantly, the album shows that Scott is choosing to respond to criticism through production, branding, and sound rather than verbal sparring.
With 17 tracks, Jackboys 2 is more than a compilation—it’s a cultural declaration. Blending Southern rap roots, genre-crossing innovation, and high-impact promotion, Travis Scott elevates his label, reasserts his artistic dominance, and builds momentum in a crowded summer release cycle. Whether this project stands as a legacy installment or a blueprint for future collaborations, it’s already reshaping the hip-hop conversation.