It was released on January 28, 2003 through DreamWorks Records and is composed of a blend of hip hop and rock music.

[3][4] Production was handled by Swizz Beatz, Adam Bravin, Bam, Damon Elliott, David Ryan Harris, E3, Howard Benson, JR Ewng, Meshell Ndegeocello, Necro, Nitti, Redman, Supa Dave West, The Neptunes and Uzi, with co-producers Bob Rock and Metallica.

John Houlihan, Michael Ostin, Reggie Rock Bythewood and Todd Homme served as executive producers.

It features contributions from Swizz Beatz, David Ryan Harris, Cassidy, E3, Jadakiss, Ja Rule, JR Ewng, Keyshia Cole, Loon, Me'Shell NdegéOcello, Metallica, Mos Def, Mowett, Mr.

Murder, Mystic, N.E.R.D., Non Phixion, Papa Roach, P.O.D., Redman, Ronald Isley, Slick Boyz and The Crystal Method.