What makes Here Come the Horns by Delinquent Habits notable?

The album is notable for its chart performance, reaching No. 18 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart and helping to further establish the Latino hip-hop movement in the late '90s. Its innovative use of brass instruments set a precedent for future artists looking to blend genres within hip-hop. Here Come the Horns is Delinquent Habits' second album, released just two years after their self-titled debut. By this point, they had solidified their unique sound, blending hip-hop with Latin elements, and expanded their audience following the success of their first record.

How many songs are on Here Come the Horns?

Here Come the Horns has 15 tracks, running approximately 59 minutes.

Here Come the Horns

Delinquent Habits · 1998

59 min · 15 tracks · hip-hop

An exuberant fusion of hip-hop rhythms and Latin influences, bursting with vibrant horns and dynamic lyricism.

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This Is L.A. — This track captures the essence of Los Angeles culture, featuring vivid storytelling and a catchy chorus that embodies the spirit of the city.
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Here Come the Horns — The title track showcases the album's signature blend of infectious horn arrangements and rhythmic flow, becoming a defining anthem for the group.
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1 Adam 12 — This track stands out with its clever wordplay and references to police culture, reflecting broader social themes while maintaining an upbeat vibe.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

51 /100

Foothills

Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The album showcases a vibrant blend of hip-hop and Latin influences, marked by its distinctive brass arrangements.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of brass instruments throughout, with horns prominently featured in nearly every track.
Tracks often blend rapid-fire rapping with melodic hooks, creating a dynamic interplay between vocals and instrumentation.
Several songs incorporate traditional Latin rhythms alongside hip-hop beats, enhancing the cultural fusion present in the music.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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.

Tracklist

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1 Intro 0:27
2 This Is L.A. 3:11
3 It’s the Delinquentes 4:17
4 1 Adam 12 3:36
5 Think You’re Bad 3:34
6 Here Come the Horns 4:06
7 Western Ways 4:09
8 Shed a Tear 4:21
9 Wallah 4:13
10 Orphan of the Industry 5:08
11 Life Is a Struggle 4:36
12 Super D.J. (Rock the House Party) 4:43
13 Life I Live 3:27
14 Get Up, Get on It 5:25
15 No Identity 4:03

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