The group itself originally consisted of two MCs, Ives and Kemo, and O.G. Style as the DJ. Thus the group was often called "Los Tres Delinquentes" (In English: "The Three Delinquents"). In 1996, the group garnered international success with their first single "Tres Delinquentes" selling over one million copies. The success of the song pushed the group's self-titled album to nearly the same figure. Kemo soon left after the completion of their album Freedom Band to pursue a solo career with some substantial success. He was replaced by female vocalist Michelle, who had been previously featured in their songs
Rapper Ives makes one thing clear right from the start: "Delinquent Habits is no Old-School-Band, we are fresh and constantly looking for something new." On their new album "The Common Man" (09.10.2009) Delinquent Habits appear fresh for the first time in ages. The vibrant beats, the hot groove and the catchy lyrics make it clear: Someone knows how to rock the stage.
In the latter half of the 90's, Delinquent Habits along with Cypress Hill made it to the very top of Latin-Hip Hop. Rapper Ives and Kemo as well as DJ O.G Style combined Hip Hop beats with Funk and Miriachi trumpets and rapped in a mixture of Spanish and English called "Spanglish".
In 1996 they achieved a world-wide hit with "Tres Delinquentes". Their debut "Delinquent Habits" sold over 1 million copies and has achieved "hip hop classic" status the success of which is noticeable until this day. Sold-out tours in Europe and in the USA and four album releases, amongst these on their own label "Station 13, are testament to this impressive feat. Delinquent Habits live the crossover and show no reservation. The Matiachi-Rappers shared stages with different acts such as Beck, Korn and The Fugees. Their songs were used in various soundtracks, as well as computer games, not to mention sportswear giant Nike added the DelHab-Song "Return Of The Tres" to its TV advert which was broadcast world-wide.
After Kemo und O.G. Style pulled out, Ives is the last remaining member of the original band and now head and songwriter of Delinquent Habits. But this is no reason for Ives to mope: "Now I am able to have an input in all aspects of our music, beginning with the lyrics to the beats to the point of who I want to work with. This way "The Common Man" emerged, in collaboration with different producers such as Sick Jacken (Psycho Realm), Andre Horstmann (Pet Shop Boys, All Saints) or the Superstar DJs, which injected new life and ideas into the typical Delinquent Habits sound.
Ives finds his inspiration for his lyrics on the streets of his barrio and so on his new album "The Common Man", there is no mistaking - more critical and harsh tones next to the typical party tunes. This is reflected perfectly in the debut track, in which Ives denounces in a wonderful play on words society’s increasing egotism and the thieving mentality of the big bosses: "They livin high on the hog but they really just all swine''.
Nevertheless Delinquent Habits still know that there is also room for the light-hearted side to life, which is best celebrated with hot parties. Affiliated with phat vibes and hot rhythms like on "I Like It", girls dancing on the tables with free flowing tequila: Delinquent Habits are in the house!
Tres Delinquentes
Delinquent Habits Lyrics
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Who's that eminating funk through the speaka'
Bass gets to thumpin' ruckas get to pumpin'
Who's that rockin' got the party start jumpin'
Blastin' through hah no need for the booyaa
Right hammer with the one knuckle eye-shot through ya
Step to the crowd I feel the strain'
Throw chingasos in the mosh pit feel the pain
Because the huero loco came in here to play baby
My shit will pump up this jam hot damn it's the baddest
Tres Delinquentes step into the madness
Que ondas muchacho I bienes te miro
Si me tries bronca me enloco deatiro
Me paro te tumbo no es tu rumbo
Y con el lingo tal vez te confundo
Oh shit it's the attack of the five foot ten
The blaxican once again with the cocked hair pin
As I emerge from the depths of the realm my son
I got the black gat fat track coke and rum
Otra vez ya lo vez and the crew somos tres
One blaxican on the squad you don't test
Hittin' hard like an Aztec swift like a Zulu
That's what it's like with a palm shot through you
My mannerism mild still the punks get piled
My number one assassin flips the mad funk styles
Me I play the back role but I'm delinquente
This is how I freak it when I'm speaking to the gente
Whatcha trucha calmate escucha
Somos delinquentes tu no quieres lucha
But we freak it this way seguí sendo rey
O.G. freaks the beat the mariachis play
Fade it in with snare from ASR-10
Producer mas mejor it's O.G. Style again
Freak it bump it bass out the caro
O.G. he's got more BOOM BOOM than charo
Third of tres brings cuts to your face bro
Hold down the needle with a penny or a peso
See all our style used to create
With one turntable and a broken 808
The opening lines of the song "Tres Delinquentes" by Delinquent Habits sets the tone for a hardcore, no-nonsense gangsta rap song. The lyrics talk about flexing their "brasos hard core" (arms) down for the clicka (crew). The song talks about the group's intimidating presence and their ability to start a party, "Who's that rockin' got the party start jumpin'". The song is also about fighting, "Step to the crowd I feel the strain' / Throw chingasos in the mosh pit feel the pain", and not backing down from anyone, "So don't get in my way baby / Because the huero loco came in here to play baby". The song also features a mix of Spanish and English lyrics, paying homage to the group's mixed heritage.
The lyrics throughout the song are all about being unapologetically true to one's roots. The group speaks about their origin and the crew as a fundamental aspect of their identity. The song references the background of the group members, one being Mexican and Black, and the other two having Mexican heritage. The lyrics emphasize their pride in their heritage and their ability to represent it. Also, throughout the song, there is a sense of camaraderie among the Delinquent Habits crew. The song projects a message of pride, respect, and the need for taking a stand.
Line by Line Meaning
I flex my brasos hard core down for the clicka'
I show off my muscles aggressively for the gang.
Who's that eminating funk through the speaka'
Who is the person creating this funky beat?
Bass gets to thumpin' ruckas get to pumpin'
The bass starts thumping and people start dancing vigorously.
Who's that rockin' got the party start jumpin'
Whoever is playing this music is making the party atmosphere electric!
Blastin' through hah no need for the booyaa
We don't need to make any unnecessary noises because the music speaks for itself.
Right hammer with the one knuckle eye-shot through ya
One punch from me would leave you with a black eye.
Step to the crowd I feel the strain'
As I walk up to the crowd, I feel the pressure to deliver a good performance.
Throw chingasos in the mosh pit feel the pain
I punch aggressively in the mosh pit and make the people feel the pain of the music.
So don't get in my way baby
Do not obstruct me because I came here to perform!
Because the huero loco came in here to play baby
I, the crazy white man, came here to put on a show!
My shit will pump up this jam hot damn it's the baddest
My music will make everyone dance and it's the coolest!
Tres Delinquentes step into the madness
Three bad boys are here to rock the party!
Que ondas muchacho I bienes te miro
Hello there, I see you.
Si me tries bronca me enloco deatiro
If you try to fight me, I will go crazy and shoot you.
Me paro te tumbo no es tu rumbo
I will stand up to you and knock you down, do not cross me.
Y con el lingo tal vez te confundo
And with my slang, I might confuse you.
Oh shit it's the attack of the five foot ten
Oh no, here comes the five-foot-ten bad boy!
The blaxican once again with the cocked hair pin
The black and Mexican hybrid is back with his hairpin ready to fight!
As I emerge from the depths of the realm my son
As I come out of hiding to show everyone what I've got.
I got the black gat fat track coke and rum
I have the gun, the amazing music, and booze to party hard!
Otra vez ya lo vez and the crew somos tres
Once again, as you can see we are here as a group of three.
One blaxican on the squad you don't test
Do not mess with the one black and Mexican guy in our group, he's tough!
Hittin' hard like an Aztec swift like a Zulu
Our punches hit hard like the Aztec people and are fast like the Zulu.
That's what it's like with a palm shot through you
You'll feel this strength when we punch you in the face.
My mannerism mild still the punks get piled
Even though I am calm and composed, I easily beat up the troublemakers.
My number one assassin flips the mad funk styles
The best fighter on my team dances while beating people up to the music.
Me I play the back role but I'm delinquente
I usually stay in the background, but I'm still a bad boy.
This is how I freak it when I'm speaking to the gente
This is how I show off when I'm interacting with people.
Whatcha trucha calmate escucha
Hey, be careful, calm down, and listen.
Somos delinquentes tu no quieres lucha
We are bad boys, you don't want to fight.
But we freak it this way seguí sendo rey
We show off this way, we stay on top.
O.G. freaks the beat the mariachis play
I bring my originality to the music that the mariachis play.
Fade it in with snare from ASR-10
The ASR-10 produces an awesome snare sound and we add it to our music.
Producer mas mejor it's O.G. Style again
I am the best producer, and it's clear from my music, it's O.G. style!
Freak it bump it bass out the caro
I show off my music by cranking up the bass in my car.
O.G. he's got more BOOM BOOM than charo
My music is even better than Charo's, that's how good it is!
Third of tres brings cuts to your face bro
The third member of our group can easily slice your face with his razor!
Hold down the needle with a penny or a peso
To get my music to stay in tune, I use a penny or a peso to hold down the needle.
See all our style used to create
All of our creativity went into producing this music.
With one turntable and a broken 808
We made all of this amazing music with just one turntable and a mixer with a broken 808!
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Songtrust Ave
Written by: SOL LAKE, IVAN SCOTT MARTIN, ALEJANDRO MARTINEZ, DAVID LEWIS KEIMONTI THOMAS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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