 The album marked his debut release under the label following the absorbance of his previous label, MCA Records, in early 2003.Avant reunited with frequent collaborator Steve "Stone" Huff to work on the album, with additional production prodvided by Warryn Campbell.Upon its release, "Private Room" peaked at number four on the US Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums and number 18 on the US "Billboard" 200.