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Home Invasion

Ice-T · 1993

75 min · 19 tracks · heavy metal · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop

Fierce and confrontational, blending unflinching lyrics with aggressive beats and metal influences.

Why this album works

Best for
dynamic progression with resolution fierce confrontational energy spikes intense listening for engaged sessions
Context
Released in 1993, 'Home Invasion' marked Ice-T's fifth studio album, coming after his controversial work on 'O.G. Original Gangster' in 1991. At this point in his career, he was not only a prominent rapper but also an actor and filmmaker, solidifying his role as a multifaceted artist in hip-hop culture.
If you like
heavy metal, gangsta rap, hardcore hip-hop

Home Invasion is an album by Ice-T, released in 1993. Fierce and confrontational, blending unflinching lyrics with aggressive beats and metal influences. 'Home Invasion' is notable for its exploration of social issues, particularly racism and violence, and includes the track 'Race War,' which sparked significant discussions about race relations in America. The album showcased Ice-T's influence on the gangsta rap genre and further established him as a pioneer of rap metal, bridging the gap between hip-hop and heavy metal. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Home Invasion sound like?

Fierce and confrontational, blending unflinching lyrics with aggressive beats and metal influences. Rooted in heavy metal and gangsta rap.

What makes Home Invasion by Ice-T notable?

'Home Invasion' is notable for its exploration of social issues, particularly racism and violence, and includes the track 'Race War,' which sparked significant discussions about race relations in America. The album showcased Ice-T's influence on the gangsta rap genre and further established him as a pioneer of rap metal, bridging the gap between hip-hop and heavy metal. Released in 1993, 'Home Invasion' marked Ice-T's fifth studio album, coming after his controversial work on 'O.G. Original Gangster' in 1991. At this point in his career, he was not only a prominent rapper but also an actor and filmmaker, solidifying his role as a multifaceted artist in hip-hop culture.

Who is Home Invasion for?

Home Invasion works well if you're into dynamic progression with resolution, fierce confrontational energy spikes and intense listening for engaged sessions.

How many songs are on Home Invasion?

Home Invasion has 19 tracks, running approximately 75 minutes.

Tracklist

19 tracks·75:27

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Warning 0:35
  • 2 It’s On 4:51
  • 3 Ice M.F. T 3:34
  • 4 Home Invasion Standout 2:59
  • 5 G Style 4:29
  • 6 Addicted to Danger 3:27
  • 7 Question and Answer 0:32
  • 8 Watch the Ice Break 4:24
  • 9 Race War Standout 4:36
  • 10 That’s How I’m Livin’ 4:38
  • 11 I Ain’t New ta This 5:00
  • 12 Pimp Behind the Wheels 5:04
  • 13 Gotta Lotta Love Standout 5:23
  • 14 Hit the Fan 4:47
  • 15 Depths of Hell 5:13
  • 16 99 Problems 4:50
  • 17 Funky Gripsta 4:45
  • 18 Message to the Soldier 5:36
  • 19 Ain’t a Damn Thing Changed 0:36

Release Date

January 1, 1993

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

75 min 27 sec