Life Fight is a dense track that will yield additional twists and turns with each subsequent listen. OG Penguin’s flow during this track links together 2 Chainz, Killer Mike, and Danny Brown into something that is streetworthy while having enough in the way of hooks to keep listeners firmly at the edges of their seats. Say Yea has a slower, Kid Cudi contemplative feel to the effort that creates dynamic tension, standing on its own even as it showcases another side to OG Penguin’s story.




One Deep blends together the slower and quicker styles broached by OG Penguin and ties them up with a beat that keeps things dark and dank. No matter where someone is at on Cry, OG Penguin will be able to create something that is surprisingly and completely out of left field. His talent as a rapper is high enough that the disparate flows, styles, and sounds heard on this album work towards a single, unified goal. Few rap albums are able to remain strong from beginning to end, but there is a narrative crafted on Cry that is as rich as an episode of Empire or an early 8Ball and MJG album.

OG Penguin has made an album in Cry that bangs throughout and will hold up through repeat listens. Visit OG Penguin’s domain and social networking websites for more information about the performer, samples of his tracks, and the latest in news and information concerning tour dates and additional tracks. One can purchase singles or the entirety of Cry from OG Penguin’s main domain or

Top Tracks: Life Flight, Say Yea

Rating: 8.8/10

OG Penguin Cry CD Review / 2015 Self / 14 Tracks / www.ogpenguin.com/ www.facebook.com/pages/OG-Penguin/570875226329339 - Nufuter Magazine

Life Fight by O.G. Penguin review

Aug 7,2015
O.G. Penguin is a rapper raised in the rough city of New Orleans. His music reflects
the gangster lifestyle that he fell into in his teens and which he admits caused him a
lot of problems. Inspired by legendary rappers like 36 Mafia, Scarface and Tupac, he
began spending time in the studio and it gave him his escape route from life on the
street. He has already released the album Money Ova Bitches and his style fits the
genre of ‘horror core gangsta rap’ that remains hugely popular.
This track, Life Fight, is certainly in that category. To a melodic backing track, with a
cool vibe riff and a kicking hip-hop beat, he lays down a visceral and raw diatribe
against all he has to struggle with in life and pulls no punches in describing the
struggle of black people in society: ‘In a world full of cold-blooded flesh eating
lizards, breaking down our future black leaders into niggers…’ and refers to the
slavery of the past ‘I’m still waiting for the change, forty acres and a mule…’.
The chorus hook has an anthemic quality that anyone who has faced hardship in life
can relate to: ‘I fight and wonder how does one carry on when my family don’t
speak….I feel like I’m sliding in, I’m trying to hold on….’. It packs a powerful punch
and the following verses depict his betrayal by cheating lovers, adding to his list of
woes.
Overall, this is a grueling listen, but it’s raw, dark emotion contrasts well with the
comparatively light melodic backing, and is compelling from start to finish. If the rest
of the tracks of the album this belongs to match this one, O.G. Penguin should find he
follows in the footsteps of his rap heroes and finds major success. - Exposedvocals.com

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O.G. Penguin delivers a raw and seductive treatise on sexuality with the help of his voluptuous lover - and gives us a voyeuristic thrill in the process.

O.G. Penguin is nothing if not straightforward. His single 'Say Yeah' is not suffering from subtlety - there is absolutely no question as to what he's asking for or talking about. This directness is all part of a masterful seduction as O.G. glides through lyrics with skill and verve. O.G. Penguin's rawness likely has its roots in his rough upbringing, which forced him to hustle to stay alive among gangs and a dysfunctional family. Though misfortune and struggle dogged his past, he clawed his way out of the war zone through willpower and talent. Inspired by the veterans of gangster rap, you can practically hear traces of Tupac and Scarface drifting through the strains of the sometimes eerie and haunting melodies that make up his music. O.G. Penguin's hard-hitting character reminds listeners that you can love him or hate him- but you cannot ignore him. Independent reporter Lily Clark recently caught up with the talented rapper to talk about his long experience in the game and his hopes and expectations for the coming days.
ANDREW: Let's just get this out in the open - What is the craziest thing that has happened to you in your music career?
OG PENGUIN: I think the craziest thing that has happened to me in my career is what hasn't happened to me in my career. It has been 20 years since I produced, published, and manufactured my first cassette tapes and CDs, and up until now I never got huge recognition or financial stability from my material. When I was young and starting to create my own sound, there was not a person or thing that could make me believe I wasn't going to be filthy rich and globally famous in a short few years because of some song I made or beat I produced. I was one of the young and gifted arrogant types. I cursed having to learn everything the hard way. Paths I took were always of my own free will, my own choice. The business decisions I made in the past were not bad, I just did what I thought was best and used the knowledge that I had at the time. It's cool, though, because this twisted journey has made OG Penguin better than I thought I ever could be. I am an exceptional artist, songwriter, producer, engineer, and director. I'm very imaginative; My skills have been exercised and put to the test over the years. It has been difficult and tedious, though, a lot of times, it all turns very magical. It's indescribable for me when all the unsolved mysteries start to happen during the creation process of what will end up an insatiable OG Penguin hit song, or when the spirits enter a recording session and master performances get recorded on disk. It's crazy the way all the things have played out in my life, but I love it or I wouldn't do it. It’s enchanting and continues to make me return because I thirst for more.

ANDREW: Your song ‘Say Yeah’ is receiving a positive listener response on radio. What was your initial reaction when you first heard your song playing on radio?
OG PENGUIN: It was cool. I felt like telling whoever allowed this to happen that they made a really good choice. I felt like things were starting to work out like how I planned. There's so much that needs to be done that I honestly don't really take it in too much, I'm so focused on all my projects.

ANDREW: What was the inspiration behind your debut radio single?
OG PENGUIN: I did what I do with almost every song. I never plan to make a song about a topic usually, I always first listen to a beat. If I instantly want to be in harmony with the beat I'm considering (and I mean instantly—between 5 and 10 seconds I typically know) I keep playing it over and over. From there, the vibe that's being channeled to me from the beat makes me feel a kind of way, and then I let OG Penguin dance around topics until words start being put together, and I just write down how I wanna describe the thoughts. How it happens is an unsolved mystery is basically what I'm saying, ha!

ANDREW: It is often said that great art arises from difficult experience. Is there something in your life experience thus far that you would describe as the ‘catalyst’ or ‘fuel’ for your desire to create music?
OG PENGUIN: My life, my music, and that's it, in a nutshell. Nearly all the ideas for songs I make (and the beats I produce or the beats I pick from other musicians are like the soundtracks or theme music behind my life stories) are all rooted in my real life experiences—happy, mad, sad, high, delusional, or psychotic. Nothing is off limits. Anything that I can recall about me or my life could mysteriously get sewn right into a song. Not a signal chapter in my life has been traditional, so I never run out of inspiration. My songs are a form of self-medication, like how others might write in a journal about their experiences to help them understand what's happing in their life—you know, issues that they maybe can't make sense of at that particular time, but documenting the events somehow aids in helping cope with the emotional episodes.

ANDREW: How would you characterize yourself as an artist/musician? (Ex. Down-to-earth, serious, fun-loving...)
OG PENGUIN: I would characterize myself as a Walt Disney type of character because when you listen to one of my albums it is like going to an OG Penguin's World theme park. Everything is mysteriously connected, everything is purposeful, everything stems from my mental imagery except it is not make believe. Nothing is seen or heard without a touch of coolness.


ANDREW: What has your experience been like working with the other people on your team?
OG PENGUIN: I pick people on my team like I pick instruments and sounds for a composition. Sometimes there's no logical reason for the person to be on, but if I'm feeling a vibe that they need to be a part of something in the project then I use them in it. I'm a real vibe person, the vibe has to be right, I believe I have hypersensitive intuition; I can pick up on the vibrations in my surroundings all the time. They have a great impact on my decision making. Currently, I have a great team of talented musicians and thinkers that I work with and who help me take my thoughts and ideas to new heights, pushing me to the limit when it comes down to my work ethic. Kennth King Jr., Gutta beats Juggling, Edward Sullivan’Wax Tax’, Mz. Jamie Juicy J., Issac King ‘Ike Dog’, Eleanor Guajardo ‘Lady Horin’, Vanessa Kent, and Lisa Evol-MizzCarrera. I can't forget Henry Allen Sr. and Tone. They are just a few very dedicated team members who I confide in.

ANDREW: Did you come from a musical background? Are there other musicians in your family?
OG PENGUIN: Believe it or not, yes, I was always surrounded by music at home. One of my best friends’ father was in a band, and they would tour often. They had a studio with all the latest keyboards and instruments. My friend and I had unlimited access to all of this throughout the years. His dad wanted us to practice all the time so that we could get good. At home I also had keyboards and instruments. I was in choir, musical plays, and art throughout school—well as long as I lasted in school since I never finished school.

ANDREW: What do you find most rewarding about being an artist? What do you find most challenging?
OG PENGUIN: The most rewarding thing about being an artist is when you witness others love your art as much as you do. When you have taken an idea and made it a reality and someone else gets it, they understand, and a mysterious connection is made. When you see and hear others build off your idea, and, most of all, when you inspire. The most challenging thing would then be the opposite and accepting the criticism, but let me say that I really am not bothered by it. I know not everybody knows what the hell they are talking about—most do not. But I try very hard to figure out what the critic is trying to say and value it. It's also challenging that so many people in the world have not and will not ever consider listening to my art. It's hard to accept that I can't have everyone's undivided attention and have them listen to my babies, my songs, for a chance at falling in love with my creation. I wish I could work nonstop without fatigue. I wish I could paint the perfect picture that made sense to everyone.

ANDREW: Who are your role models in music?
OG PENGUIN: My role models are all the successful music moguls in the industry, the pioneers, the innovators, the game changers: L A Reid, Quincy Jones, Russell Simmons, Master P, Damon Dash, Dr. Dre—dudes like that are amazing to me.

ANDREW: Describe your best or most memorable performance.
OG PENGUIN: One of the most memorable performances would have to be at South Padre Island. I did a show opening up for celebrity rapper, MIMs. He had a hit song in heavy rotation called ‘This Is Why I'm Hot’. It was during spring break at club Kaos, and it was a full house. The show was about a third of the way through before I finally got to do my set. Up until then, the packed venue had the main dance floor sectioned off—hundreds were sitting down and walking in and out, or watching from the balconies. But for some reason, when I started my set the club security had taken down the chains that were in the position to close off the main dance floor allowing hundreds of eagerly awaiting party animals onto the floor. My music hit and the gates opened all at the same time, creating some sort of rare in-sync crowd response that was way too cool. The crowd was roaring, and the ovation to my song ‘Hold It Down’ was greater than any other act that night. Even the headliner MIMs couldn’t top it.

ANDREW: What advice would you give to young, aspiring artists out there who are unsure and need guidance?
OG PENGUIN: If you're unsure and need guidance I would recommend reading as much material by industry professionals as possible and getting a solid distinction as to what role you play. Be able to answer to yourself what it is that you do, what you want to accomplish, and set achievable goals for yourself. Continue to learn more. I would also get a few motivational books and keep them on hand for mental support because you are going to have to be mentally strong to recover after all the many years of sacrifice, deceit, and disgust. You're going to have to prepare yourself to lose everything. Just don't lose sight of your vision. Have faith and keep the space open for all your losses to return. You gotta fight.

ANDREW: What's next for you as an artist? Is there a new single in the works? If so, what can you tell us about it?
OG PENGUIN: My focus since completing my latest album ‘CRY’ is to create lots of visual materials—videos and so forth. I learned that I gotta be more hands on like I am when I make the songs in order for my music videos to been seen the way I envision them, so I'm currently syncing myself with all the right characters to help me take these awesome visuals out of my head and onto disk. Expect a video for ‘Say Yeah’, ‘Life Fight’, and ‘I Know My Bitch’ in the coming months.

ANDREW: Lily: Great! That sounds like some really interesting projects. Thanks for your time, and I hope your success continues!
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