Top tracks — play these first
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The Revolution Will Not Be Televised (La revo) — This track captures the band's signature fusion of rap and punk while delivering a potent message against societal complacency, making it a rallying cry for disillusioned youth.
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Mi agüita amarilla — With its catchy hooks and cheeky lyrics, this song critiques social norms around consumption and personal identity, showcasing Molotov's blend of humor and insight.
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Chavas — This track stands out for its playful yet pointed commentary on gender dynamics, highlighting the band's ability to address serious topics through a vibrant musical lens.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines punk and rap with political commentary, showcasing strong craft but uneven cohesion.
What we noticed
- Political themes are woven throughout the lyrics, with several tracks directly addressing social issues in Mexico.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo engagement
- infectious energy throughout
- politically charged reflections
- dynamic yet consistent flow
- thought-provoking lyrical content
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Con todo respeto' was released in 2004, Molotov was already a prominent voice in Latin American music, following their breakthrough album '¿Dónde Jugarán las Niñas?' from 1999. This album came after a period of increased political awareness within the band, solidifying their reputation for merging music with activism and social critique.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cypress Hill· Rage Against the Machine· Limp Bizkit
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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The Revolution Will Not Be Televised (La revo)
The transition to a more aggressive tone paired with urgent rhymes emphasizes the urgency of action in contrast to passive observation.
This shift underscores the call-to-action theme prevalent throughout the song, demanding engagement instead of complacency.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Amateur 4:21
- 2 Diseño rolas 3:05
- 3 Marciano 4:10
- 4 The Revolution Will Not Be Televised (La revo) 3:56
- 5 La boa a go‐go 3:44
- 6 Chavas 2:43
- 7 Mamar 3:59
- 8 Quén pon‐ponk 1:33
- 9 Da Da Da 3:33
- 10 Perro negro granjero 3:23
- 11 Agüela 3:48
- 12 Mi agüita amarilla 6:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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