Anecdotes

In 2003, he found himself in a tug of war between his current label Columbia and Eminem's label Shady Records. Columbia was willing to release him, until they heard that Eminem wanted him. (50 Cent was signed to Columbia who released him before an album was released only to have Eminem sign him and make his debut album the fastest selling album of all time.).

His original rap name was "Xzibit A" with the "A" standing for his real name, Alvin.

He was the former host of his own TV show, "Pimp my Ride". (mars 2004)

Finally released from Columbia Records and signed to Shady/Aftermath records (décembre 2003)

Has a son, Tremaine.

Member of rap supergroup Golden State Warriors with Ras Kass and Saafir.

Currently touring Europe with Eminem on his 'Anger Management Tour', alongside Obie Trice, 50 Cent, D12 and Cypres Hill (juin 2003)

Announced at the VMAs that a new album would be released later on in the year (août 2004)