Season of da Siccness cover

Season of da Siccness

Brotha Lynch Hung · 1995

57 min · 18 tracks · hip-hop

A gritty exploration of mortality and street life, layered with haunting beats and stark narratives.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Siccmade — This track exemplifies Brotha Lynch Hung's signature blend of chilling narratives and aggressive delivery, setting a tone for the album's exploration of dark themes.
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    Rest in Piss — A standout track that combines visceral lyricism with haunting production, it captures the raw emotion and gritty realism characteristic of Lynch's style.
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    Season of da Sickness — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of violence and existential dread, showcasing Lynch's ability to weave intricate stories through his verses.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

53 /100
Foothills
Higher than 40% of albums we've rated

The album's gritty sound and layered narratives establish it as a notable entry in horrorcore and underground hip-hop.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of dark, atmospheric beats that complement the graphic lyrical content throughout.
  • Tracks often incorporate layered vocal deliveries, with multiple voices contributing to the narrative, enhancing the storytelling aspect.
  • Several songs utilize abrupt transitions between verses and choruses, creating a jarring effect that reflects the themes of violence and mortality.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

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

  • dark narratives with vivid imagery
  • unsettling beats for introspective moments
  • short tracks for quick engagement
  • heavy storytelling with chilling themes
  • late-night listening in solitude

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer upbeat and cheerful vibes
  • seek polished mainstream production

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1995, Season of da Siccness marked Brotha Lynch Hung's debut studio album, establishing him as a significant voice in the underground West Coast hip-hop scene. This project came after his earlier work on mixtapes and collaborations, showcasing his unique horrorcore style that would influence many artists in the genre.
Stylistic neighbors
C-Bo· X-Raided· Tech N9ne

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Cusche Break 0:18
  • 2 Siccmade 3:45
  • 3 Dead Man 0:52
  • 4 Rest in Piss 4:41
  • 5 Get da Baby 0:35
  • 6 Return of da Baby 4:13
  • 7 Locc 2 da Brain 5:27
  • 8 Q‐Ball 1:07
  • 9 Liquor Sicc 5:21
  • 10 40 Break 1:14
  • 11 Datz Real Gangsta 2:33
  • 12 Deep Down 6:50
  • 13 Dead Man Walking 3:33
  • 14 781 Redrum 0:47
  • 15 Season of da Sickness 3:53
  • 16 Welcome 2 Your Own Death 5:19
  • 17 Real Loccs 4:15
  • 18 Inhale With da Devil 2:23

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