Brooklyn rapper and entrepreneur Ockz is returns with the visual for his new single “Burnt Sienna.” “Burnt Sienna” is the lead single off of his forthcoming project Ahki Manteca, set to release later this summer. Produced by Raki, “Burnt Sienna showcases Ockz’s classic flow while allowing him to get some things off his chest. Talking about loyalty and the streets, Ockz has a story to tell. This track is a throwback to the kind of hip hop that comes with a message and paints a picture. His laid back yet lyrically complex approach is his signature and combined with Raki’s production, “Burnt Sienna” is sure to become a part of your playlist.
The video, directed by AlohaHype, with elements of the 1990’s classic “King of New York” starring Lawrence Fishburne, matches the picture Ockz paints lyrically. It is reminiscent of classic hip hop videos where the focus was on the rapper, not the surroundings. And after his “forced hiatus” he has plenty to say.
The project title, Ahki Manteca is a play on a combination of Arabic and Spanish language and an ode to the Moors in Spain. “Ahki” meaning “Brother” in Arabic and “Manteca” meaning “dope” in Spanish slang, making the translation for Ahki Manteca is “brother dope” or “the brother is dope.” The single is available for download at www.artimitatingockz.com