description Xzibit Overview
Xzibit rose to prominence in the mid-1990s as a prominent figure and producer within the Southern California hip-hop scene, largely associated with MTV’s “Pimp My Ride” television show and his work with companies like Flipmode Labs.
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What made Xzibit famous outside hip-hop?
Xzibit hosted MTV's Pimp My Ride, which premiered in 2004. The show featured customized cars and made him familiar to a much wider television audience.
Which Xzibit album contains “Paparazzi”?
“Paparazzi” appears on Xzibit's 1996 debut album At the Speed of Life. The song helped showcase his serious, socially aware side as an emcee.
Was Xzibit part of the West Coast rap scene?
Yes. Xzibit emerged from Los Angeles hip-hop and became closely associated with the Likwit Crew and producers such as DJ Muggs. His early albums reflected the darker, lyrical sound of Southern California underground rap.
Did Xzibit work with Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg?
Yes. Xzibit appeared on Dr. Dre's 1999 album 2001 and worked with Snoop Dogg on several West Coast projects. He was also part of the group Serial Killaz with Snoop Dogg and Cypress Hill's B-Real.
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