It's a Big Daddy Thing is the second studio album by Big Daddy Kane, released on September 19, 1989. It peaked at number 4 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart and number 33 on the Billboard 200. It was certified gold by the RIAA in 1990.
The album features production from Marley Marl and Teddy Riley, among others, and includes guest appearances by Scoob Lover and Blue Magic. Notable singles include 'Smooth Operator' and 'I Get the Job Done', which charted on rap lists.
Considered a golden age hip-hop classic, the album showcases Kane's signature lyricism and flow. The track 'Ain't No Half-Steppin'' became a genre anthem and is frequently sampled by other artists.