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Rising Houston Artist A3 aka "The Tanka" is storming the music scene with his aggressive yet hypnotizing smooth lyrics that would no doubt reflect the struggles of a young poet surviving the trials and tribulations of poverty with finesse. He grew up on the Southside of Houston, TX in "the Dead End" where he was exposed to violence, drugs and the "hustle", as A3 calls it whatever it takes to make ends meet. Through the lost of loved ones and the hardships of coming from a low-income family, he overcame negative surroundings. After being disappointed and mislead by different record labels, A3 found a home with Wreck shop Records CEO D-reck Dixon. Also being the CEO of his own Label Trendsetta Records, and decided to promote himself by selling his music to stores as well as the streets all over the southern region. A3 has sold over 100,000 independent underground albums and has been featured on various mixtapes and DVD documentaries blazing the music scene doing features with such artist as Chamillionaire, Slim Thug, Paul Wall, Mike Jones, Bun B, Trae, Z-Ro, Big Moe, Big Pokey, Rob G., King Mello(of Ice Age) and Fat Pat. also appearing on Wreckshop compilation albums "Reloaded" and "Doing It Far Texas." Once again A3 has shown versatility proving he's not just a rapper by receiving a starring role in muti-Platinum recording artist Mike Jones motion picture entitled "The American Dream" where A3 displayed his Oscar worthy acting skills. Movie Due out in July 07 On the new release of the late great 2pac Album titled "Pac's Life" A3 sticks out like a sore thumb displaying his southern swagger with a universal twist on track5 called " Whats Next". A3 is also a songwriter and music composer for Rap artist and producers. Vision is everything, consistency rises above all and determination seals prosperity, says A3. 10 long years of blood, sweat, and hard work will not go unrewarded. The 24 year old Houston phenom is in a position to receive whets due. It is clear that with god first and his remarkable work ethic, along with a humble soul A3 is truly "What's Next"........... BE APART OF THE MOVEMENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Too Sick to Pray
A-3 Lyrics
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Hank Williams sings a lovesick blues
Winter's walking up the avenue
But I ain't seen the sunshine since the 6th o' June
But i tell ya this
Don't call the doctor
I'm gonna get better
I'm gonna find some faith
Just because I burned my bible baby
It don't mean I'm too sick to pray
I'm in a crowded place yeah
But i can't recognise a single face
And they say the thrill is in the chase
Well i ain't got the legs i ain't got the legs to run that race
But i tell ya this
Don't call the doctor
I'm gonna get better
don't run for the priest
I'm gonna find some faith
Just because I burned my bible baby
It don't mean I'm too sick to pray
Better burn a candle bright
Raise up some ghosts tonight
They say I made my money messing up young minds
Stopped the congregation n i left em all cryin
In the rain, yeah left em with their pain
Exit your boy with his ill gotten gains
Well the blood runs deep and the blood runs cold
As the knife slits on another sucker is born
Thrown into this world alone
Doctor came a'knockin wasn't nobody home
Ease the pain
Don't call the doctor
I'm gonna get better
don't run for the priest
I'm gonna find some faith
Just because I burned my bible baby
It don't mean I'm too sick to pray
The lyrics of A-3's song "Too Sick to Pray" provide a rich exploration of the themes of redemption, loss, and faith. The first verse of the song finds the singer in a lonely room with only Hank Williams' lovesick blues for company. As winter approaches, he confesses that he has not seen the sunshine since June 6th. Despite his desolation, he insists he will get better, telling listeners not to call a doctor, and that he will find some faith. He further claims that even though he burned his bible, it doesn't mean he's too sick to pray.
The second verse finds the singer in a crowded place, unable to connect with anyone, and bemoaning his lack of legs to run the race of life. He again asserts his determination to get better, insisting that he will find faith regardless of his actions, even if he has burned his bible. The final verse seems to offer a glimpse into the singer's past, suggesting that he made his fortune by corrupting young minds and causing pain. Ultimately, he seems resigned to his fate, acknowledging that the world is a cruel and unforgiving place, and seeking only to ease his pain.
Overall, the song offers a poignant exploration of the human experience of loss, loneliness, and despair. It suggests that even in our darkest moments, we have a capacity for hope and redemption.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm in a lonely room
I am currently isolated and feeling lonely.
Hank Williams sings a lovesick blues
I am listening to a Hank Williams song about heartbreak and love.
Winter's walking up the avenue
It is currently winter and I am observing its arrival.
But I ain't seen the sunshine since the 6th o' June
I haven't experienced happiness or joy in a long time.
Don't call the doctor
Please don't call a doctor for me.
I'm gonna get better
I am confident that I will improve my current situation.
don't run for the priest
Please don't call a priest for me.
I'm gonna find some faith
I will seek spirituality or religion on my own instead.
Just because I burned my bible baby
Just because I destroyed my religious text doesn't mean I'm beyond hope.
It don't mean I'm too sick to pray
I am not so hopeless that I cannot pray or seek guidance.
I'm in a crowded place yeah
I am currently surrounded by people.
But I can't recognize a single face
Despite being in a crowd, I don't know anyone there.
And they say the thrill is in the chase
People say that excitement comes from pursuit, but I am unable to do so.
Well, I ain't got the legs, I ain't got the legs to run that race
I lack the energy or ability to chase after something.
Better burn a candle bright
I must try harder and put in more effort.
Raise up some ghosts tonight
Let me confront my past and seek reconciliation.
They say I made my money messing up young minds
I am being accused of having a negative influence on others and profiting from it.
Stopped the congregation and I left them all crying
I disrupted a religious community, causing emotional distress to its members.
In the rain, yeah, left them with their pain
I abandoned them and left them to their suffering.
Exit your boy with his ill-gotten gains
I left the situation with personal gain despite causing harm to others.
Well, the blood runs deep and the blood runs cold
The situation is heavy with guilt and remorse.
As the knife slits on another sucker is born
As I cause harm to others, a new victim is created.
Thrown into this world alone
We are all born alone and must navigate life on our own.
Doctor came a'knockin wasn't nobody home
I am alone and cannot rely on others for help.
Ease the pain
I am seeking relief from my suffering.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Jake Black, Mark Sams, Robert Spragg, Simon Edwards
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@strumbadstroller7350
I met my partner & mother of our daughter grooving to Alabama 3 at Beautiful days fest in 2008.......so we have a very special love for them. Still sad about the premature departure of Jake (AKA Rev D. Wayne Love).....in another time,in another place, I dream of getting stoned & grooving to some sweet techno country music sounds of the mighty A3 again.
@loureed3015
Iv3 s33n d3m few,tim3s and always blow my mind...and god bl3ss dwayn3 lov3....th3 church ov tha divin3 3lvis.aa hu haa.yeah yeah xx
@stevencarrigan7768
I lost my good friend Francis this year. He introduced me to this band in the nineties and was their biggest fan. He even managed to blag his way on stage in Glasgow when one of the singers spotted him dancing with a horses head on and invited him up. My life is better for knowing Francis and Alabama 3.
@outatisater7943
+Steven Carrigan So did you pray? For your good friend..
@Mazarbull420
+outatis ater OMG dude... he was just commenting on how this song touches him deeply for his friend. I'm sure you pushing your religious ideology on people wasn't what he intended his comment to do. If he wanted to or did pray for his friend it's none of your business. Maybe you should take a second and realize not everyone subscribes to your ideas. That doesn't make them any less of a good person nor does it mean they mourn any less for their friend. But your passive aggressive bullshit is not helpful to anyone. A good Christian would have just said something like "I'm sorry for your loss and my prayers are with him." At no point in time should a "good" Christian try to make someone feel like less of a person.
@outatisater7943
Ryan Hulse I just made a question, i didn't get any answer.
The only reason i made this question was in order to understand if his comment is meaningfull or meaningless. An answer in this question would determine that.
@Mazarbull420
So you try to guilt them into saying something?! Why can't someone just share a memory that a song brings up? Why does that mean they have to bow to your ideas to prove something meaningful? I lost my parents at a young age and if you had asked me that I would have blocked you and told you to push your agenda on small weak minded people such as yourself. Strong minded individuals don't have to bow to a fictional character.
@outatisater7943
Ryan Hulse I am not trying to guilt anyone, how could i? Neither i am asking someone to bow to any ideas. I just try to understand if there is any meaning in the comment of that guy.
But you are the one who tries to make other people bow to your ideas by indicating God is a "fictional character". You are doing exactly what you convict. The irony is stunning.
I have just one question. If instead of your parents you are the one who dies and your parents keep living, then would you like your parents not to pray in order God to rest your soul? Would you like to neglect you like this? Prayer does help, even if someone is in hell but you pray for him then he finds peace for the moment you pray. So, don't forget the deads and pray for them.
Now i push you my ideas but you asked for it.
@charlesstauffer9831
Simply one of the best bands of our age.
@doggyamationsink7483
❤️