Production was handled by Black Market Entertainment, Carl Mo, Danny D, DJ Herb, DJ Kizzy Rock, DJ Nabs, Kidd Money, Kool Kollie, Playa Poncho, The Dynamik Duo and Zae', with Jermaine Dupri serving as executive producer.

It features contributions from Big Ace, Don Yute, Edward J, Ghost Town DJ's, Kidd Money, L.A. Sno, MC Shy D, Mr. Collipark, Playa Poncho, Raheem the Dream, T'Baby, The City Boyz, Trigga Man, Zae' and Bass Allstars.

It was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America on September 19, 1996, for selling 500,000 copies in the United States.

157 in France, as well as receiving Gold certification by the Recording Industry Association of New Zealand.

III, the third and final compilation of 'So So Def Bass All-Stars' series was released in 1998.