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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.

Weapons of Mass Destruction is an album by Xzibit, released in 2004. A gritty exploration of urban life, layered with hard-hitting beats and Xzibit's signature incisive lyricism. '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. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Weapons of Mass Destruction sound like?

A gritty exploration of urban life, layered with hard-hitting beats and Xzibit's signature incisive lyricism. Rooted in hip-hop and gangsta rap.

What makes Weapons of Mass Destruction by Xzibit notable?

'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. 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'.

How many songs are on Weapons of Mass Destruction?

Weapons of Mass Destruction has 16 tracks, running approximately 58 minutes.

Tracklist

16 tracks·58:50

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

Release Date

January 1, 2004

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

58 min 50 sec