Xzibit released his second album, 40 Dayz & 40 Nightz, on August 25, 1998; it peaked at number 53 on the Billboard 200. The album also contained the single "What U See Is What U Get", which peaked at #50 on the Billboard Hot 100. The album's success caught attention from West Coast rapper Dr. Dre who acted as the executive producer on Xzibit's third album, Restless, which was released on December 12, 2000.
Restless debuted at number 14 on the Billboard 200 and was later certified platinum in the U.S. The album contained the singles "Front 2 Back", "X", and "Get Your Walk On". His follow-up album Man vs. Machine (2002) also enjoyed success; it debuted at number 3 on the Billboard 200 and was certified gold. Weapons of Mass Destruction (2004) also became certified gold. After the release of Full Circle in 2006, Xzibit underwent a hiatus, not releasing music until the release of his seventh studio album Napalm on October 9, 2012. Since 2013, he is part of the hip-hop supergroup Serial Killers.
Xzibit has also gained fame as an actor and television host, for his role as Shyne Johnson in the television series Empire, and as the host for the reality television series Pimp My Ride. He has starred in the films Gridiron Gang (2006), The X-Files: I Want to Believe (2008), Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans (2009) and Sun Dogs (2017).
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xzibit
Studio albums
At the Speed of Life (1996)
40 Dayz & 40 Nightz (1998)
Restless (2000)
Man vs. Machine (2002)
Weapons of Mass Destruction (2004)
Full Circle (2006)
Napalm (2012)
King Maker (2022)
Concentrate
Xzibit Lyrics
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Concentrate, concentrate, concentrate, concentrate
Concentrate, concentrate, concentrate, concentrate
Meditate, levitate
Greetings from the Golden State
Mr. X, to the Z
Your shit sound so awkwardly
I don't rhyme I just stomp down beats
Real estate, section eight
Which one would you rather take?
Concentrate, move that weight
Show me how you regulate
Hold up, wait, that shit's fake
Get these n----s up out my face
Shake the room, bend the spoon
Turn this up now, stay in tune
Hypnotized by the way she move
Take your time you might arrive too soon
[Chorus One]
[Chorus Two]
Bring that back, what was that?
Oh my lord, she got back
So precise, so deattached
Oh my God, who is that?
Hibernate, consummate
Man was made to procreate
My estate, generates
As if my family name was Gates
Days of grace, lift big plates
Why be good nigga, go be great
Hit the breaks, crack them crates
Have you on the run goin state to state
Contemplate, demonstrate
Mind over mayhem, no mistakes
Lift some weights, eat some steaks
But you don't really want that face to face
But let's relax, check your traps
Don't let yo' concentration snap
I love the way she arch her back
Like how a muh'f--ker 'sposed to handle that?
[Chorus One] + [Chorus Two]
Breath control, touch yo' soul
Just maintain don't lose control
Participate, congratulate
Cause everything else'll be seen as hate
Remain in place, the same mindstate
Get off yo' ass and celebrate
Congregate, associate
Don't f--k yo'self procrastinate
Dilate, to an all time great
Calculate the next move I make
Crack the safe, keep that ace
In my waistband just in case
I'm no rat can't run yo' race
Not too good don't fit my taste
I love the way she make that shake
Makin it hard to concentrate
[Chorus Two] + [Chorus One]
4X Nam Myoho Renge Kyo
In Xzibit's song "Concentrate," the rapper urges his listeners to focus and concentrate on their goals. He begins the song by calling on them to meditate and levitate, sending "greetings from the Golden State." Xzibit teases anyone who can't hold their own and make their rhymes sound effortless. He then contrasts the "real estate" hustle with the struggle of those who live in "section eight" housing, asking which the listener would prefer.
He uses alliteration and rhyme to make his points throughout the song. Xzibit urges his listeners to "move that weight" and "regulate" their lives. He warns them against falling for fake people and events and reminds them to stay in tune. Ultimately, the song is a call to action, asking the listener to stay focused and work hard for their goals.
Line by Line Meaning
Concentrate, concentrate, concentrate, concentrate
Focus your attention and efforts intensely on the task at hand to achieve success.
Meditate, levitate
Take time to clear your mind and connect with your inner self to achieve a higher level of consciousness.
Greetings from the Golden State
Greetings and salutations from California, a place of opportunity and prosperity.
Mr. X, to the Z
Referring to himself as 'Xzibit', a well-known and respected figure in the hip-hop community.
Concentrate, come walk with me
Join me on a journey towards success by focusing your efforts and following my lead.
Your shit sound so awkwardly
Your music sounds unpolished and doesn't flow smoothly.
I don't rhyme I just stomp down beats
I don't focus on rhyming, I focus on creating powerful and impactful beats.
Real estate, section eight
Referring to the contrast between the wealthy and poor, the privileged and the overlooked in society.
Which one would you rather take?
Asking the listener to consider which path they'd like to pursue in life.
Concentrate, move that weight
Focus on achieving success and making moves to get there by working hard and taking action.
Show me how you regulate
Demonstrate how you have control over your life and your actions.
Hold up, wait, that shit's fake
Stop and consider whether something is authentic or not before trusting it.
Get these n----s up out my face
Refusing to tolerate negativity or people who disrespect him.
Shake the room, bend the spoon
Create an impact and cause a stir, even with the smallest actions.
Turn this up now, stay in tune
Listen closely and pay attention to the message being conveyed in the song.
Hypnotized by the way she move
Captivated and entranced by a woman's beauty and grace.
Take your time you might arrive too soon
Don't hurry towards success and enjoy the journey, otherwise success may come too early and not be sustainable.
Hibernate, consummate
Take time to rest and recharge before focusing on creating something great.
Man was made to procreate
One of the natural instincts of humans is to reproduce and continue the human race.
My estate, generates
My property and assets are sources of income and create wealth.
As if my family name was Gates
Referring to the wealthy and successful Gates family, implying a level of wealth and success similar to theirs.
Days of grace, lift big plates
Days of leisure and luxury, where one can focus on weightlifting and exercise.
Why be good nigga, go be great
Don't settle for being good, strive for greatness and put in the work to achieve it.
Hit the breaks, crack them crates
Slow down and take a moment to appreciate and enjoy the fruits of your labor.
Have you on the run goin state to state
Working so hard and achieving so much that you're constantly moving and traveling to achieve your goals.
Contemplate, demonstrate
Think deeply about your goals and plan how to execute them effectively.
Mind over mayhem, no mistakes
Mental toughness and focus can help you overcome challenges and avoid mistakes.
Lift some weights, eat some steaks
Take care of your body and prioritize self-care to foster personal growth and success.
But you don't really want that face to face
You might talk a big game, but you won't really step up and confront your problems head on.
But let's relax, check your traps
Take it easy and evaluate your situation before taking action.
Don't let yo' concentration snap
Don't lose focus or be deterred from your goals.
I love the way she arch her back
Referring to a woman's seductive and alluring actions.
Like how a muh'f--ker 'sposed to handle that?
Asking how someone is supposed to resist the temptation of such a seductive display.
Breath control, touch yo' soul
Controlled breathing can help you connect with your inner self and achieve inner peace.
Just maintain don't lose control
Stay composed and in control of your emotions, even in difficult situations.
Participate, congratulate
Collaborate with others and celebrate each other's successes.
Cause everything else'll be seen as hate
If you don't participate and support others, it will be seen as jealousy and negativity.
Remain in place, the same mindstate
Stay focused and maintain your positive mindset, even when facing adversity.
Get off yo' ass and celebrate
Don't be lazy, get up and be active in your life and in celebrating your successes.
Congregate, associate
Gather with like-minded people and build a network of friends and acquaintances to help you achieve your goals.
Don't f--k yo'self procrastinate
Don't hold yourself back by procrastinating, take action and move forward.
Dilate, to an all time great
Expand your knowledge and skills to become the best version of yourself.
Calculate the next move I make
Plan and strategize for the future to set yourself up for success.
Crack the safe, keep that ace
Unlock your full potential and keep your best plans and ideas close to your chest.
In my waistband just in case
Referring to a firearm carried for protection.
I'm no rat can't run yo' race
I'm not a snitch, I won't reveal your secrets, and I won't compete with you for success.
Not too good don't fit my taste
Subpar performance and mediocrity aren't acceptable; only excellence is satisfactory.
Makin it hard to concentrate
Being distracted and derailed from your goal by external factors, such as a woman's allure.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: RICARDO THOMAS
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SPEKTR888
It’s 2022 and I am concentrating. This is my anthem right here!
Gary
😂😂😂
Mr. Makichoot
This song gets stuck in my head everytime I need to concentrate
✭GeminiStar✭
🤣🤣 great now i'm gonna think about this everytime i hear the word concentrate 🤣🤣🤣
Old Man Mercenary
I still attend Buddhist prayer sessions with one of my close friends today...have done it for YEARS...since the early 1990s.
I can't hear the Buddhist chant without hearing Xzbit now. But after speaking to arinpoche I learned it ok to "edit the chant to ones needed attunement"
🧪 Noelkinz
This track gives me goosebumps! i dont know what happened to heavy rap 😭😭
nvt nvt
Generation Cry thats why
As Shi
Это просто что-то невероятное 💥💥💥
Melanin Ranger
I don’t know why I felt the need to play this in 2020 but here I am crumping in my late 20’s
PRïNCESS VELï
Y E E A U U H H H 🔥