Truth Is
Brother Ali Lyrics


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Truth is here the truth is here
Truth is here the truth is here
Truth is here the truth is here
I said the truth is here the truth is here

I want more
Give me more
We want more
God damn it I'm back to demand we get more
We want more
I want more and more and more
I want more
We need more
I want more
God damn it I'm back to demand we get more
Give me more
I want more and more and more

I stand here naked as the day I was born
Face to the dawn and my faith in the song
Blood soaking the pages I painted em' on
And none of ya'll will take my place when I'm gone
I'm the pure raw uncut, who the fuck want what
Here to show you sucker ass mutts what's the fucks what
Brother Ali vow solemnly not to die
While the music is still inside of me
It's got to be allowed to breathe
Got to let it out enough at least
To let the monster flee
I want more than what your offering me
Songs that make me feel like I'm already free
I'm a rebel in my own right
Ya'll don't want to write or think
Or speak a rhyme standing next to me
When the game need it I'm exactly what it need
Put the soul in the speech, let it go, let it be

[Chorus]
I want more
We need more
I want, god damn it I'm back to demand we get more
Give me more
I want more and more and more
I want more
We need more
I want, god damn it I'm back to demand we get more
Give me more
I want more and more and more

I said the truth is here the truth is here
Truth is here the truth is here
Truth is here the truth is here
Truth is here the truth is

Not nearly a single solitary soul
Still put the kind of passion to the mic that I hold
One day it'll have to be pried from my cold dead hand
Until then the big man is gold
Got one lone reason to go on breathing
Climb into the zone of the evening, keep reaching
Just to pull more out the core of the demon
The people need to see them pure human being
Blood, sweat, love, hate, life, death, joy, pain
Little child running wild striped to the raw veins
Rugged junkyard dog off the chain, barefoot balls out marching in the rain
Sacred war dance suspended in the moment
We throw the fuck down like our lives depended on it
Jaws of the streets with our heart on our sleeve
Throwing shots at the law which is all I believe

[Chorus]

Our songs are supposed to be the voice of our soul
Not bought and sold, not all controlled
Bring a little fire when the world get cold
Let me shed a few tears and to me you went gold
People need more freedom
Children need to hear more truth when ya'll teach em'
Damn I want to hear a plan from the dude preaching
Got new seeds with true needs and who's leading
I truly believe every word I've ever uttered on a drum break
Right or wrong, life go on but it wasn't nothing fake
I demand you start listening to the crowd
If no, we gon' burn this bitch to the ground

[Chorus]

I said the truth is here the truth is here
Truth is here the truth is here




Truth is here the truth is here
Truth is here the truth is

Overall Meaning

The song "Truth Is" by Brother Ali is a powerful call for more meaningful, authentic, and honest music in hip-hop. It begins with the assertion that the truth is here, repeated multiple times for emphasis. The following verses express Brother Ali's demand for more from the music industry and his own role in creating something deeper, more raw, and more essential. He stands naked and vulnerable, pouring his passion and honesty onto the page. He refuses to die with his music still inside him, and demands that it be allowed to breathe and be heard. He wants music that makes him feel free, and that is authentic and true to the soul. The chorus repeats his plea for more, more passion, more truth, more honesty, and more soul in hip-hop. The song is a bold statement of artistic integrity and a call to action for both musicians and listeners.


In "Truth Is," Brother Ali takes on the current state of the music industry and the expectations placed on hip-hop artists to produce formulaic, commercial hits. He demands a return to the roots of hip-hop, where artists spoke truth to power and celebrated authenticity and creativity. The song also critiques the way that music is bought and sold, and the ways in which the industry prioritizes profit over artistic expression. It is a commentary on the commodification and commercialization of music, and calls for a more authentic and honest approach to music-making.


Line by Line Meaning

Truth is here the truth is here
The truth can be found here, and it is emphasized by repetition.


I want more
The singer desires more than what is currently offered or available.


Give me more
The singer demands to receive more than what is currently offered or available.


We want more
The artist is expressing collective desire for more than what is currently offered or available.


God damn it I'm back to demand we get more
The artist is frustrated and adamant about needing more and is willing to fight for it.


We need more
The singer emphasizes the necessity for more than what is currently offered or available.


I stand here naked as the day I was born
The singer is vulnerable and exposed, baring their true self.


Face to the dawn and my faith in the song
The artist has unwavering belief in their music and what it represents.


Blood soaking the pages I painted em' on
The artist has poured their heart and soul into their music.


And none of ya'll will take my place when I'm gone
The artist believes they are irreplaceable and unique in their craft.


I'm the pure raw uncut, who the fuck want what
The singer is confident in their unfiltered and authentic style, daring others to try and match it.


Brother Ali vow solemnly not to die
The artist makes a serious promise to continue making music until the end of their life.


While the music is still inside of me
The singer will continue making music as long as they have the passion and drive for it.


It's got to be allowed to breathe
The singer believes that their music should have the freedom to be expressed and heard by others.


Got to let it out enough at least
The singer needs to share their music with others to some extent.


To let the monster flee
The artist's music is a part of them and needs to be released to be truly free.


Songs that make me feel like I'm already free
The artist desires music that makes them feel liberated and empowered.


I'm a rebel in my own right
The singer is a nonconformist who follows their own path and style.


Ya'll don't want to write or think
The singer believes that others lack creativity and independent thought in their music.


Or speak a rhyme standing next to me
The artist believes that others can't compare to their lyrical ability and style.


When the game need it I'm exactly what it need
The artist believes that they are the perfect fit for the music industry's needs.


Put the soul in the speech, let it go, let it be
The artist prioritizes emotion and authenticity in their music, letting it flow naturally.


Not nearly a single solitary soul
The singer is emphasizing the rarity of their passion and dedication to their craft.


Still put the kind of passion to the mic that I hold
The artist is capable of channeling an intense passion into their music.


One day it'll have to be pried from my cold dead hand
The singer believes they will continue making music until their dying breath.


Until then the big man is gold
The singer is using their music to attain success and wealth while they can.


Got one lone reason to go on breathing
The singer's passion for music is the driving force behind their existence.


Climb into the zone of the evening, keep reaching
The artist is constantly striving to improve and reach new heights in their music.


Just to pull more out the core of the demon
The artist uses their music to confront and conquer inner demons and struggles.


The people need to see them pure human being
The singer emphasizes the importance of authenticity and transparency in music.


Blood, sweat, love, hate, life, death, joy, pain
The singer interweaves a myriad of emotions and experiences into their music.


Little child running wild striped to the raw veins
The artist evokes a sense of unbridled youth and energy in their music.


Rugged junkyard dog off the chain, barefoot balls out marching in the rain
The artist embodies a rebellious and fearless spirit in their music.


Sacred war dance suspended in the moment
The artist's music serves as a rallying cry and battle hymn.


We throw the fuck down like our lives depended on it
The singer is passionate and fierce in their music, treating it as a matter of life and death.


Jaws of the streets with our heart on our sleeve
The artist represents the voice of the streets and urban culture, expressing raw emotion.


Throwing shots at the law which is all I believe
The singer challenges and criticizes the systems and institutions they believe to be unjust.


Our songs are supposed to be the voice of our soul
The singer believes that music should be a genuine expression of one's inner self.


Not bought and sold, not all controlled
The singer rejects the idea that music should be commodified and manipulated for profit.


Bring a little fire when the world get cold
The artist believes that music should be a source of warmth and inspiration in difficult times.


Let me shed a few tears and to me you went gold
The artist values emotional honesty and vulnerability in music, rather than commercial success.


People need more freedom
The singer believes that music should inspire a sense of liberation and free expression in listeners.


Children need to hear more truth when ya'll teach em'
The singer believes that music can be a powerful tool for teaching important truths to the younger generation.


Damn I want to hear a plan from the dude preaching
The artist wants to see more action and concrete plans from those who claim to represent change.


Got new seeds with true needs and who's leading
The artist is looking for leaders who are dedicated to fulfilling the real needs of future generations.


I truly believe every word I've ever uttered on a drum break
The artist stands by the authenticity and meaning behind every lyric they've written.


Right or wrong, life go on but it wasn't nothing fake
The singer believes that their music is genuine and real, even if it may not always be perfect.


I demand you start listening to the crowd
The artist wants their message to be heard and heeded by a wider audience.


If no, we gon' burn this bitch to the ground
The singer is willing to take extreme measures to make sure their voice is heard and their message is spread.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: Alexander V. Cantrall, Carsten Soulshock Schack, Christopher Howard Jasper, Ernest Isley, Kenneth Karlin, Marvin Isley, O'Kelly Isley, Patrick Michael Smith, Ronald Isley, Rudolph Isley, Thabiso Nkhereanye

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"Truth Is"

Truth is here the truth is here
Truth is here the truth is here
Truth is here the truth is here
I said the truth is here the truth is here

I want more
Give me more
We want more
God damn it I'm back to demand we get more
We want more
I want more and more and more
I want more
We need more
I want more
God damn it I'm back to demand we get more
Give me more
I want more and more and more

[Verse 1:]
I stand here naked as the day I was born
Face to the dawn and my faith in the song
Blood soaking the pages I painted em' on
And none of ya'll will take my place when I'm gone
I'm the pure raw uncut, who the fuck want what
Here to show you sucker ass mutts what's the fucks what
Brother Ali vow solemnly not to die while the music is still inside of me
It's got to be allowed to breathe
Got to let it out enough at least to let the monster flee
I want more than what your offering me
Songs that make me feel like I'm already free
I'm a rebel in my own right
Ya'll don't want to write or think or speak a rhyme standing next to me
When the game need it I'm exactly what it need
Put the soul in the speech, let it go, let it be

[Chorus: x2]
I want more
We need more
I want, god damn it I'm back to demand we get more
Give me more
I want more and more and more

I said the truth is here the truth is here
Truth is here the truth is here
Truth is here the truth is here
Truth is here the truth is

[Verse 2:]
Not nearly a single solitary soul
Still put the kind of passion to the mic that I hold
One day it'll have to be pried from my cold dead hand
Until then the big man is gold
Got one lone reason to go on breathing
Climb into the zone of the evening, keep reaching
Just to pull more out the core of the deamon
The people need to see them pure human being
Blood, sweat, love, hate, life, death, joy, pain
Little child running wild striped to the raw veins
Rugged junkyard dog off the chain, barefoot balls out marching in the rain
Sacred war dance suspended in the moment
We throw the fuck down like our lives depended on it
Jaws of the streets with our heart on our sleeve
Throwing shots at the law which is all I believe

[Chorus x2]

[Verse 3:]
Our songs are supposed to be the voice of our soul
Not bought and sold, not all controlled
Bring a little fire when the world get cold
Let me shed a few tears and to me you went gold
People need more freedom
Children need to hear more truth when ya'll teach em'
Damn I want to hear a plan from the dude preaching
Got new seeds with true needs and who's leading
I truly believe every word I've ever uttered on a drum break
Right or wrong, life go on but it wasn't nothing fake
I demand you start listening to the crowd
If not - we gon burn this bitch to the ground

[Chorus x2]

I said the truth is here the truth is here
Truth is here the truth is here
Truth is here the truth is here
Truth is here the truth is



All comments from YouTube:

mabus2007

sage and brother ali together are unstoppable need to see more of it

Lazarus Mavis

Trust me, Brother Ali isn't shooting for universal acceptance. He just spits truth and shatters ignorance.

Chris Bruin

still one of the best song in underground hip hop to this day

Nogymx

one of the most underrated mc's EVER!

123rockfan

This guy is the shit. A rapper with soul.

MShepherd88

I'm blown away by how much talent there is in Minneapolis, especially in Rhymesayers Entertainment. I've found so many good artists by just browsing the Rhymesayers website.

El Es

easily one of brother ali's best songs

Jae Shep

I love Brother Ali!!! he's a great lyricist and his flow is great too...

Hoardingboarding

i could listen to this forever and my life be pretty awesome!

Chris Kreidler

God damn. Been going through Ali's old music, this song flows better than any I've heard. And that's saying something. I can't not bob my head to this.

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