Southern Rapper Otis Williams Jr. known as “OJ DA Juiceman” began his music career with Never Again Records, widely known for their 2003 Summer spin-off hit “Black Tee.” As a solo artist, he quickly became a favorite on the Atlanta underground mixtape circuit. Only rapping for 4 years, his style and ability are equivalent to a veteran that has been honing his craft for years.
Born November 26, 1981 in Atlanta, GA, OJ grew up on the inner streets of East Atlanta with his mother. Like most kids raised by a single parent, he grew up fast. Hardcore rappers The Dog House Posse, Ruthless Juveniles and NWA provided the soundtrack of his youth, as he did what he had to do to support his family.
OJ prides himself on being a conqueror. “If you can survive in these harsh streets, you can conquer just about anything.” He doesn’t claim to know everything but he knows something about will power and music. “If you’re in the trap, it makes you grind harder. When you’re riding solo-you pop something in and reflect on the lyrics.”
Following the creation of his own label 32 Entertainment, he partnered up with neighborhood friend, Atlantic Recording artist Gucci Maine, CEO of So Icey Entertainment. OJ churned out 6 mixtapes under 32 Entertainment and has been featured on many underground mixtape classics. It was his release “OJ DA Juiceman hosted by Dirty Laundry” that jump started his success. His hit count almost tripled and the number of fans requesting him on MySpace exploded. His rhymes reflect his life; what he has experienced in the past and what he hopes the future will bring. “Oh yea, I make songs for the ladies too” OJ states with a smile.
True to his underground roots, OJ’s looking forward to releasing two to three mixtapes before dropping his debut album on Asylum Records January 2009.
Website
www.asylumrecords.com/ojdajuiceman
