Top tracks — play these first
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What U See Is What U Get — This track serves as an anthem of authenticity, showcasing Xzibit's confident delivery alongside a catchy hook that captures the essence of street life.
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Los Angeles Times — A vivid narrative that highlights Xzibit's experiences growing up in Los Angeles, blending personal stories with broader social commentary.
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3 Card Molly — With its clever wordplay and engaging storytelling, this track exemplifies Xzibit’s skill in crafting captivating narratives within his verses.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong production and lyrical depth, with a cohesive sound that reflects its era.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of heavy bass lines and layered samples, characteristic of late '90s West Coast hip-hop production.
- Xzibit's flow varies between aggressive delivery and introspective storytelling, often switching between these styles within the same track.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, allowing for a reflective conclusion to the album.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady flow with lyrical depth
- gritty narratives of street life
- reflective moments amid intensity
- engaging storytelling throughout tracks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, lighthearted themes
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album solidified Xzibit's presence in the West Coast hip-hop scene.
- Career context
- Released in 1998, '40 Dayz & 40 Nightz' was Xzibit's sophomore album, following his successful debut, 'At the Speed of Life.' At this point in his career, Xzibit was solidifying his presence in the hip-hop landscape, bridging underground credibility with mainstream appeal and collaborating with prominent artists and producers.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Scarface· Cypress Hill· Dr. Dre
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro (The Last Night) 1:03
- 2 Chamber Music 4:22
- 3 3 Card Molly 3:55
- 4 What U See Is What U Get 5:09
- 5 Handle Your Business 4:14
- 6 Nobody Sound Like Me 3:36
- 7 Pussy Pop 3:20
- 8 Chronic Keeping 101 (interlude) 1:58
- 9 Shroomz 3:00
- 10 Focus 3:28
- 11 Jason (48 Months interlude) 1:26
- 12 Deeper 2:56
- 13 Los Angeles Times 4:23
- 14 Inside Job 3:08
- 15 Let It Rain 5:33
- 16 Recycled Assassins 4:12
- 17 Outro 1:10
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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