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Benjah Lyrics
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Don't be deceived by all them sweets
They say work, eat, work, eat, work
Don't be deceived by all them sweets
They say work, work, work
Ya hear 'em say, AY, what you talking 'bout?
They always say, AY, what you talking 'bout?
They ain't as deep as me I'm talking 'bout a hundred racks,
That's why I'm drowning, G
Ain't placed no songs last year; facing all my fears,
Some dem gas your head up, sounding like chipmunk
I'm in that drought, as seasons change
They gonna change, don't know my name
What's my name? Son of God
What's the game? Showin' love
No matter what they gonna say we still gotta look to heavens gates
Work... work... work...
Don't be deceived by all them sweets
They say work, eat, work, eat, work
Don't be deceived by all them sweets
They say work, work, work
Ya hear 'em say, AY, what you talking 'bout?
They always say, AY, what you talking 'bout?
Can't get on no tours now, they talking soundscans
Agencies don't want me now, they talking more fans
Album sales been kinda low, ain't rocking many shows
Blood sweat and tears drip this is the return I get
Distribution won't pay out
Mortgage company has their doubts
Artist friends want to go full grind, I say embrace your full time
They chase that deal, dreams are not real
Need chase the real King, above I'm talking zeal
Work... work... work...
Don't be deceived by all them sweets
They say work, eat, work, eat, work
Don't be deceived by all them sweets
They say work, work, work
Ya hear 'em say, AY, what you talking 'bout?
They always say, AY, what you talking 'bout?
Deep inside the flame still burns, and I don't know why
Blown it out so many times, but it's still on fire
Can't stop my mind from questioning, is it my sin I'm wrestling?
Examine my every motive, and why I keep on going
Polluted by the mainstream, cleansed by Elohim
Numbers really don't mean a thing, first goal point em to the King
Stop chasing rainbows, there is no gold
Chase His promise, for you to hold
What's my name? Son of God
What's the game? Showin' love
No matter what they gonna say we still gotta look to heavens gates
The song "Work" by Benjah is about the struggles and pressures of being an artist in the music industry. The lyrics express the need for hard work, perseverance, and faith in God, in spite of the hardships and challenges one may face. The phrase "work, eat, work, eat" is used as a metaphor for the idea that success requires consistent dedication and focus, avoiding the temptation of distractions or instant gratification.
The first verse talks about the pressure to achieve financial success and the fear of failure. The artist feels that he is drowning in the pursuit of money and recognition, but he still stays motivated to work hard and overcome his fears. The chorus highlights the importance of not being deceived by temporary pleasures or false promises of success, and to keep working towards the ultimate goal of reaching heaven's gates.
The second verse reflects on the struggles of being an artist in the music industry, where success is often measured by sales and popularity. The artist talks about the challenges he faces, including low album sales, difficulty getting on tours, and the pressure to obtain more fans. Despite these obstacles, the artist encourages others to not chase after superficial dreams and instead focus on the real King (God).
Overall, "Work" is a reminder to stay focused on the bigger picture and not to be swayed by the pressures and distractions of the world. The song encourages listeners to put in the work necessary to achieve success, but also to remain grounded in their faith and stay true to their values.
Line by Line Meaning
Work... work... work...
Continuous hard work is necessary to achieve success.
Don't be deceived by all them sweets
Don't be misled by short-term pleasures and distractions.
They say work, eat, work, eat, work
Some people believe that the key to success is to work hard and enjoy small pleasures intermittently.
Ya hear 'em say, AY, what you talking 'bout?
People often question your approach and ask what you're trying to achieve.
My boys say it will all work out,
Some people believe that things will solve themselves and fall into place eventually.
They ain't as deep as me I'm talking 'bout a hundred racks,
The singer is more invested and focused on achieving significant financial success than his friends.
That's why I'm drowning, G
The effects of overwhelming pressure and competing against yourself can be devastating.
Ain't placed no songs last year; facing all my fears,
The artist hasn't made any new music due to fear of failure and other obstacles.
Some dem gas your head up, sounding like chipmunk
Others try to inflate your ego and make you believe everything is going well.
I'm in that drought, as seasons change
The artist is facing a period of creative drought, and the changing seasons serve as a reminder of how things are constantly evolving.
They gonna change, don't know my name
As things change, success and fame can be fickle and fleeting.
What's my name? Son of God
The artist knows his true identity as a child of God.
What's the game? Showin' love
The artist's purpose is to spread love and positivity through his music.
No matter what they gonna say we still gotta look to heavens gates
Despite criticism or lack of success, the artist remains anchored in his faith and trusts God's plan for his career.
Can't get on no tours now, they talking soundscans
The artist is struggling to book tours because record companies value SoundScan data indicating album sales and popularity rather than artistic merit.
Agencies don't want me now, they talking more fans
The artist's talent is overlooked in favor of the number of social media followers and fan engagement.
Album sales been kinda low, ain't rocking many shows
Despite his previous successes, the artist is struggling to sell albums and book shows.
Blood sweat and tears drip this is the return I get
The artist has sacrificed everything to create music, but financial success hasn't followed.
Distribution won't pay out
The artist's label isn't paying him for music sales due to disagreements over royalties or contract terms.
Mortgage company has their doubts
The artist is struggling to keep up with mortgage payments, and the company is skeptical of his ability to make the payments on time.
Artist friends want to go full grind, I say embrace your full time
The artist's friends want to focus solely on their music careers, but the artist suggests they prioritize their other commitments and maintain a balanced lifestyle.
They chase that deal, dreams are not real
Other artists are preoccupied with chasing a record deal, but success isn't guaranteed by a contract alone.
Need chase the real King, above I'm talking zeal
The artist emphasizes the importance of pursuing God instead of fame and material success.
Deep inside the flame still burns, and I don't know why
Despite everything, the artist's passion for music and creativity continues to burn inside him.
Blown it out so many times, but it's still on fire
The artist has faced numerous setbacks and obstacles, but his passion for music hasn't diminished.
Can't stop my mind from questioning, is it my sin I'm wrestling?
The artist is grappling with self-doubt and wondering if his mistakes and sins are the reason for his struggles.
Examine my every motive, and why I keep on going
The artist reflects on his motivations and reasons for continuing to pursue music despite obstacles.
Polluted by the mainstream, cleansed by Elohim
The artist recognizes the negative impact of mainstream culture on his values and identity but finds strength and clarity through his faith.
Numbers really don't mean a thing, first goal point em to the King
Money and fame aren't the ultimate measure of success for the artist; he prioritizes spreading God's message and love.
Stop chasing rainbows, there is no gold
The artist advises against pursuing empty dreams and false promises of success.
Chase His promise, for you to hold
The artist urges listeners to pursue God's promises instead of worldly success.
Contributed by Hannah C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Tallon Hawkins
Lyrics:
WORK
chorus Work,,, eat,,, Don't be deceived by all the sweets,
Ya hear em say, AY, what you talking about They always say, AY, what you talking about
No matter what the they gonna say Don't let em bring u down
v1 My boys say it will all work out, they aint as deep as me I'm talking bout 100 racks, thats why I'm drowning g Aint placed no songs last year, I'm facing all my fears, Some dem gas your head up, sounding like chip monk I'm in that drought , as seasons change They gonna change, don't know my name
pre Whats my name son of God, whats the game, shown love No matter what they gonna say, we still gotta look to heavens gates
v2 Can't get on no tours now, they talking soundscans Agencies don't want me now, they talking more fans Album sales been kinda low, aint rocking many shows Blood sweat and tears drip this is the return I get Distribution won't pay out, Mortgage company has their doubts Artist friends want to go full grind, I say embrace your full time They chase that deal, dreams are not real Need chase the real king, above I'm talking zeal
v3 Deep inside the flame still burns, and I don't know why Blown it out so many times, but its still on fire Can't stop my mind from questioning, is it my sin I'm wrestling Examine my every motive, ,and why i keep on going Polluted by the mainstream, cleansed by Elohim Numbers really don't mean a thing, 1st goal point em to the king Stop chasing rainbows, there is no gold Chase his promise, for you to hold
pre
Rick Holden
When did Christian hip-hop/pop get better than the secular stuff? How did I know about this?
Robby Randerson
didn't even know it was christian rap music just sounds good def be playing down the road
Miss Acevedo
God bless Benjah... your music inspire many.... Continue spreading the good news...
ps.
I see Manny from Group One Crew 😁 in the recording room... you guys Rock
joey boyer
this guy has a unique voice I like it
Elmer Reyes
I love this guy's music keep it brother cool songs good voice love it👍👍👍👍👍💪💪💪👈👈👈
Brittany Gillum
I love his voice and his beats are just... 😍😍😍😍😍
Tawnee Littlewolf
just hearing this guy's dope music 🔥🔥💯👌👑 I love it
Maria E. Medina
Yes I said it.. I'M 44 and OOOhhh loving this Christian music!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Praise Jesus!!!
Tallon Hawkins
Lyrics:
WORK
chorus Work,,, eat,,, Don't be deceived by all the sweets,
Ya hear em say, AY, what you talking about They always say, AY, what you talking about
No matter what the they gonna say Don't let em bring u down
v1 My boys say it will all work out, they aint as deep as me I'm talking bout 100 racks, thats why I'm drowning g Aint placed no songs last year, I'm facing all my fears, Some dem gas your head up, sounding like chip monk I'm in that drought , as seasons change They gonna change, don't know my name
pre Whats my name son of God, whats the game, shown love No matter what they gonna say, we still gotta look to heavens gates
v2 Can't get on no tours now, they talking soundscans Agencies don't want me now, they talking more fans Album sales been kinda low, aint rocking many shows Blood sweat and tears drip this is the return I get Distribution won't pay out, Mortgage company has their doubts Artist friends want to go full grind, I say embrace your full time They chase that deal, dreams are not real Need chase the real king, above I'm talking zeal
v3 Deep inside the flame still burns, and I don't know why Blown it out so many times, but its still on fire Can't stop my mind from questioning, is it my sin I'm wrestling Examine my every motive, ,and why i keep on going Polluted by the mainstream, cleansed by Elohim Numbers really don't mean a thing, 1st goal point em to the king Stop chasing rainbows, there is no gold Chase his promise, for you to hold
pre
Markus Kelly
No matter what they gotta say we still gotta look to heavens gates. True. Love it!