Weapons of Mass Destruction
Xzibit · 2004
58 min · 16 tracks · hip-hop · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop
A gritty exploration of urban life, layered with hard-hitting beats and Xzibit's signature incisive lyricism.
Why this album works
'Weapons of Mass Destruction' debuted at number 23 on the Billboard 200 and received generally positive reviews, further establishing Xzibit as a key voice in gangsta rap. The album's raw themes and aggressive sound contributed to its relevance within the hip-hop community during a time when the genre was evolving rapidly.
- Best for
- steady flow with gradual peaks gritty exploration of urban life engaging narratives for focused listening
- Context
- Released in 2004, 'Weapons of Mass Destruction' is Xzibit's fourth studio album, following his commercial breakthrough with 'Restless' in 2000. At this point, he was solidifying his reputation as a leading figure in West Coast hip-hop, expanding his reach beyond music into television with MTV's 'Pimp My Ride'.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Beyoncé· Linkin Park· LL Cool J· Mariah Carey· Pitbull· Missy Elliott· Mary J. Blige· Jennifer Lopez
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 State of the Union 1:30
- 2 LAX Standout 3:44
- 3 Cold World Standout 3:51
- 4 Saturday Night Live 4:19
- 5 Muthafucka 2:55
- 6 Beware of Us 4:10
- 7 Judgement Day Standout 3:22
- 8 Criminal Set 3:16
- 9 Hey Now (Mean Muggin’) 4:21
- 10 Ride or Die 4:00
- 11 Crazy Ho 4:24
- 12 Big Barking 0:53
- 13 Tough Guy 4:25
- 14 Scent of a Woman 4:20
- 15 Klack 5:14
- 16 Back 2 the Way It Was 3:58
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