Creepy Nuts’ “first penguin” uses the metaphor of the “first penguin” — the first to dive into the sea from the ice — to portray the courage (or recklessness) of taking the lead in the HIPHOP scene.
The track skillfully blends rhyme, wordplay, and cultural references to tell a story about challenge, trust, and loyalty to one’s crew.
🎤 1. Title and Conceptual Rhyme Impact
first penguin / 仲間と氷の上 / さぁ誰が飛び込める?
- The title phrase “first penguin” is a concept word repeated throughout the hook.
- The repetition of this almost-identical line in each chorus solidifies the image while reinforcing rhythmic consistency.
🎤 2. Seamless Blend of English and Japanese
first penguin / 偉大なる一羽目 / 水面にシャチの群れ / シカトでカチこめ Who’s bangin’?
- English phrases like “first penguin” and “Who’s bangin’?” act as accents within Japanese verses, breaking the flow just enough to catch the ear.
- The ending vowels in “一羽目,” “群れ,” and “カチこめ” create internal vowel rhymes, even across languages.
🎤 3. Internal Rhymes and Multi-Syllable Chains
Example:
「お前らじゃ無理やで」 / 「一昨日来やがれ」 / 「その羽じゃ飛べません」 U hate me?
- The endings “やで,” “やがれ,” and “ません” share vowel sounds, forming subtle internal rhymes.
- The quick-fire delivery in a conversational tone keeps the rhythm lively and sharp.
🎤 4. Proper Nouns and Cultural References
ティム・バートン / オズワルド・コブルポット
- References to Tim Burton and Oswald Cobblepot (Penguin from Batman) add unique sound textures while instantly evoking strong imagery.
- The consonant punch between “Burton” and “Cobblepot” makes the line memorable.
🎤 5. Repetition as a Hype Device
Let’s do it do it again / Let’s do it do it again again again…
- The looping repetition acts as a live performance trigger, raising crowd energy.
- The effect mirrors the mindset of “we’ll keep diving in no matter what” — a direct thematic tie to the “first penguin” metaphor.
🎤 6. Local Place Names for Authenticity
曽根崎 / お初天神
- Mentioning specific Osaka locations adds street-level authenticity.
- Place names in Japanese also have a naturally distinct sound, helping them stand out in rhyme structures.
🪶 Conclusion
“first penguin” is a declaration of fearlessness — diving in first for the sake of your crew, even when danger is certain. Through the interplay of Japanese and English, cultural name drops, and repetition, the track builds an atmosphere of bold determination and rising adrenaline.
While the rhyme schemes aren’t overly complex, their clarity and force match the song’s direct, motivational spirit.