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Released 20 years ago

Habemus Capa

Caparezza · 2006

63 min · 19 tracks · hip-hop

A vibrant blend of biting social commentary and playful wordplay wrapped in eclectic hip-hop beats.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Annunciatemi al pubblico Start here — This track exemplifies Caparezza's sharp wit as he critiques his own public persona while simultaneously engaging listeners with catchy hooks.
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    La mia parte intollerante — Here, Caparezza delves into themes of intolerance and societal hypocrisy, showcasing his ability to provoke thought while maintaining a lively beat.
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    Habemus Capa — The title track serves as a manifesto of sorts, encapsulating the album's playful yet critical tone and illustrating Caparezza's artistic identity.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

64 /100
Treeline
Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

Caparezza's unique blend of humor and social commentary, along with eclectic production, makes this album stand out.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a brief intro that sets a thematic tone, followed by a sequence of tracks that blend humor with social critique.
  • The final track serves as a reflective conclusion, contrasting with the more energetic pieces earlier in the album.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

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

  • dynamic progression with resolution
  • wave-like pacing with surprises
  • sharp social commentary engagement
  • vibrant energy for active listening
  • playful experimentation throughout tracks

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This album solidified Caparezza's unique style and gained him wider recognition.
Themes
Italian social critique· identity and intolerance· vivid storytelling
Career context
Caparezza was gaining recognition in Italy with 'Habemus Capa', his third studio album, following the success of 'Verità supposte' in 2005. This release solidified his unique style and lyrical prowess, establishing him as a prominent voice in Italian hip-hop.
Stylistic neighbors
Salmo· Gemitaiz· MadMan

Tracklist

  • 1 Mors mea tacci tua (Intro) 0:26
  • 2 Annunciatemi al pubblico Start here 4:07
  • 3 Torna Catalessi 3:57
  • 4 Gli insetti del podere 3:58
  • 5 Dalla parte del toro 3:59
  • 6 Ninna nanna di Mazzarò 4:41
  • 7 Il silenzio dei colpevoli 4:08
  • 8 Profilo psichico 0:35
  • 9 La mia parte intollerante 4:22
  • 10 Inno Verdano 3:49
  • 11 Epocalisse 3:54
  • 12 Tii-yan 0:24
  • 13 The Auditels Family 4:07
  • 14 Ti giri 3:41
  • 15 Titoli 3:55
  • 16 Felici ma trimoni 4:53
  • 17 Sssaasss 0:22
  • 18 Sono troppo stitico 3:58
  • 19 Habemus Capa 4:24

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