“Ikigai” is a Japanese word meaning to live a life with purpose, and it is also the title of the first single off Post Cards, the new EP from Nickel City MC Mickey O’Brien. Mickey discusses the trials and tribulations he and the people closest to him have suffered and how through it all he discovered his own purpose: to make music and tell his story. Produced by Fresh Kils, the beat is a symphony of constantly evolving boom bap, assisted by Zachary Clement on keys, Petr Balaz on guitar, and closing cuts by Uncle Fester, blending flawlessly with Mickey’s uplifting lyricism that inspires the listeners to live their life to the fullest and help change the world. Kilganon takes the song in a different direction with his breezy EDM remix as a bonus to the single. Official Video: youtu.be/Qwnxs6kXNVg?si=m14Keb4167g9YULD credits released August 6, 2024 Written and performed by Mickey O’Brien Produced by Fresh Kils Co-Produced by Mickey O’Brien Cuts by Uncle Fester Keys by Zachary Clement Guitar by Petr Balaz Remix by Kilganon Mastered by Dorc Artwork by Myer Clarity
