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)
JUDGEMENT DAY
Xzibit Lyrics
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[Chorus:]
You can turn your back and then walk away
(You can turn your back and then walk away)
Soon be comin the judgment day
(Ahh, soon there be comin the judgment day)
Yes, uhh, breathe with me
C'mon.. listen, yo
I know you're fed up, feel like you can't get up
Have faith, stay strong, keep your head up
Yo, it only gets worse; we in a world
Where your status and your bank account determine your worth
There's no time to rehearse, the clock been tickin
Cause we all started dyin at birth, I speak the truth and it hurts
It felt like I was dyin of thirst
'Til I was blessed with my voice, I move mountains with verse
The worst thing you ever seen in your life, "The Passion of Christ"
Pregnant chicks buyin rock, hittin the pipe
It ain't like I ain't tried to tell ya; misery love company
Keepin the wrong company brings failure
Cause people use people like paraphernalia
With a scam, with a scheme, with a dream to sell ya
But I ain't got nothin but love for all my soldiers and thugs
To all of my women, we gotta keep livin, c'mon
[Chorus]
[Xzibit]
Yeah! c'mon
Mr. X to the Z had to raise the stakes
Had to touch my people like T.D. Jakes
On the ground like a nigga flippin crumbs to cake
I won't stop like an eighteen wheeler with no brakes
Bein dipped in her-on so each CD's weight
Niggaz be fake, they speak what they can't create (create)
You won't, see me break, I'm built for a tough frame
One-eighty-five and I'm still on huff
I was only fifteen, tryin to pass that rock
Never got caught, just sat down, collected my thoughts
This is bullshit, I ain't got a plane or a boat
I'm just another nigga sellin some coke, y'know?
Had to grab life right by the throat, murder I wrote
My callin for ballin wasn't peddling dope
It was oversea convoys, bangin out cuts
No police or government agency lockin me up, so what?
[Chorus]
[Xzibit]
C'mon..
What do you believe in? I believe in karma
And that fo'-five to drop that drama
Can't wait for the time when I meet my maker
Picture everlasting life in Jamaica, time to wake up
Watch your thoughts, your thoughts become words
Your words become actions when the bullshit happens
Keep laughin, that's when the gauge start clackin
Feel the buckshots smackin have your body mismatchin
Yo, I feel the devil tryin to force my hand
Steady bringin out the soldier in a peaceful man
See I was born to be all that I can, without a Uncle named Sam
As you can see we just a part of his plan
'Cause first there was a war on blacks
And then there was a war on crack, now it's war in Iraq, c'mon
I never give up, I only give back
I ain't preachin I'm just statin the facts
So let the choir sing!
[Chorus]
Xzibit's "Judgment Day" depicts a grim outlook on life and the world. He talks about how people are judged based on their status and bank account, and how time is running out for everyone. He urges his listeners to have faith and stay strong, saying that even though it may seem like things can't get any worse, they do. The clock has been ticking since birth, and ultimately, there will be a judgment day for all.
He speaks about the film "The Passion of Christ" and how it represents the worst thing one could see in life. He also notes that pregnant women are buying drugs and using them, highlighting the despair that exists in the world. Xzibit is critical of those who keep the wrong company, emphasizing that it only leads to failure. He loves his "soldiers and thugs" but urges all women to keep living.
In the second verse, Xzibit talks about his own struggles - selling drugs as a teenager, and how he was lucky to avoid getting caught. He notes that he had to "grab life right by the throat" and turn his life around. He also mentions the war on black people, drugs, and now the war in Iraq. Despite it all, Xzibit remains confident in his abilities and encourages his listeners to do the same. He finishes by stating that he believes in karma and the power of positivity.
Line by Line Meaning
You can turn your back and then walk away
You have the option to ignore what's going on and leave.
Soon be comin the judgment day
The day of reckoning is approaching.
I know you're fed up, feel like you can't get up
I understand that you're tired and feel helpless.
Have faith, stay strong, keep your head up
Believe in yourself, maintain your resilience, and keep a positive attitude.
Your status and your bank account determine your worth
In this world, your social standing and wealth define your value as a person.
There's no time to rehearse, the clock been tickin
There's no time to waste, time is constantly passing by.
Cause we all started dyin at birth, I speak the truth and it hurts
We begin the process of dying from the moment we're born. Truth can be painful to hear.
I move mountains with verse
I have the ability to make a significant impact with my words.
'The Passion of Christ', Pregnant chicks buyin rock, hittin the pipe
We live in a world where contradictions exist, such as people who claim to be religious and do good but engage in sinful behavior, like drug use.
Cause people use people like paraphernalia
Individuals exploit others for their own gain, treating them as disposable objects.
But I ain't got nothin but love for all my soldiers and thugs
I have feelings of care and concern for those who struggle and face life's challenges.
Mr. X to the Z had to raise the stakes
I had to increase the risk involved to achieve success.
Bein dipped in her-on so each CD's weight
I'm committed to my craft, putting in the effort to create quality music.
Niggaz be fake, they speak what they can't create (create)
Many people are dishonest and talk about things they can't deliver on.
You won't, see me break, I'm built for a tough frame
I won't be broken, as I have a strong foundation.
What do you believe in? I believe in karma
I have faith that one's actions will have consequences, whether good or bad.
Picture everlasting life in Jamaica, time to wake up
Imagine a life beyond death in a place like Jamaica, it's time to become aware.
Your words become actions when the bullshit happens
When negative situations arise, what you say has the potential to turn into actions.
Feel the buckshots smackin have your body mismatchin
Experiencing gunshots can lead to severe physical trauma.
See I was born to be all that I can, without a Uncle named Sam
I am meant to succeed and fulfill my potential without any external support from the government.
'Cause first there was a war on blacks, And then there was a war on crack, now it's war in Iraq
There have been various 'wars' in history that have led to significant conflicts, like the war on black people, the war on drugs, and the war in Iraq.
I never give up, I only give back
I persist through challenges and contribute to others.
I ain't preachin I'm just statin the facts
I'm simply conveying the truth, not trying to persuade anyone.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ADRIAAN VANDENBERG, DAVID COVERDALE
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