Napalm

Released in 2012, Napalm marked Xzibit's first studio album in six years, serving as a powerful re-entry into a hip-hop landscape that had shifted significantly since his peak commercial years. The album is notable for its 'Napalm' title track, which features a prominent heavy metal influence and a guitar solo by Travis Barker, signaling a departure from standard G-funk tropes. Production duties were handled by a diverse roster including Rick Rock, Akon, and Illmind, creating a sound that is both cinematic and rugged. Lyrically, Xzibit balances his signature 'hardcore' persona with deeply personal tracks like '1983', which details his upbringing and the loss of his mother. The album was generally well-received by fans for its uncompromising energy and technical proficiency, solidifying Xzibit's status as a top-tier lyricist rather than just a television personality. It stands as one of the more aggressive and sonically dense entries in his later discography.