Body Count is the eponymous debut album of American
heavy metal band
Body Count. Released in 1992, the album material focuses on various social and political issues ranging from
police brutality to drug abuse. The album presents a turning point in the career of
Ice-T, who co-wrote the album's songs with lead guitarist
Ernie C and performed as the band's lead singer. Previously known only as a rapper, Ice-T's work with the band helped establish a
crossover audience with rock music fans. The album produced one single, "
There Goes the Neighborhood".