glasses malone

Charles Phillip Ivory Penniman (born in Los Angeles, California, on December 10, 1978), professionally known as Glasses Malone, is an American rapper. He grew up in the Watts and Compton neighborhoods and was a Crip gang member as a teenager before deciding to pursue music

His career began with street mixtapes like "The Crack Mixtape" (2003) and "White Lightnin' Sticks" (2005), which garnered significant attention and led to a bidding war among major record labels. In 2005, he signed with Sony Urban Music and later signed with Cash Money Records and Hoo-Bangin' Records

His debut studio album, "Beach Cruiser," was released in 2011 after several delays due to record label changes. He has also released other projects, including "Glass House 2: Life Ain't Nuthin But…" (2015), and has collaborated with various artists such as Lil Wayne, Birdman, Kendrick Lamar, and Akon

Beyond music, Glasses Malone has also hosted a podcast called "No Ceilings with Glasses Malone," where he discusses various social and cultural topics

Glasses Malone has a substantial discography that includes his studio albums, mixtapes, and numerous collaborations

Studio Albums

Beach Cruiser (2011) - His highly anticipated debut album, featuring artists like Lil Wayne, Birdman, and Akon

Glass House (2012) - A follow-up album.

Glass House 2: Life Ain't Nuthin But… (2015) - Another album in the "Glass House" series.

Cancel Deeez Nutz (2023) - His most recent studio album

Mixtapes

Glasses Malone is also known for his prolific mixtape releases, which helped him build his initial buzz in the hip-hop scene. Some notable ones include

The Crack Mixtape (2003)

White Lightnin Sticks (2005)

Notable Guest Appearances

He has been featured on songs by a wide range of artists, including:

Tech N9ne on "Keep it One Hundred"

Kendrick Lamar on "Thuggin'"

Mr. Capone-E on "Real Riders"

Termanology on "Track Two's"

Glasses Malone's career is a testament to his longevity and dedication to West Coast hip-hop. He's built a career from the ground up, starting with street mixtapes that captured the attention of major labels. Despite facing setbacks and delays with his debut album, he persevered, releasing a consistent stream of projects

In recent years, he has remained active, releasing music and expanding into other media, such as podcasts. His work continues to explore the culture and realities of Los Angeles, staying true to his roots and the sound he's known for. With a significant catalog of albums, mixtapes, and collaborations, Glasses Malone has carved out a respected place for himself in the rap world