C-Block's first single was "Skake dat azz" together with the rapper A.K.-S.W.I.F.T. It was released in early 1996, and got a lot of airplay in the clubs and hiphop charts.
The real breakthrough came with their single "So Strung Out". This song hit the top 5 on the very popular chart, Viva Top100, and reached top 10 in many European countries.
The followed up the success with another bomb-song "Time Is Tickin´ Away", and it got as big, if not any bigger then the previous single. If you ask anybody about C-Block, the person probably would mention "So Strung Out" and "Time Is Tickin' Away" directly.
After that it was time for the debut album release. "General Population" hit the stores, and this album is one of the, if not the greatest album of the history of the European HipHop/Rap scene. The album contains, except for the 3 singles "So Strung Out", "Time Is Tickin´ Away" and their fourth single, "Summertime", super-songs like "Everything´s Good", "Being Raised" and "Round N Round". This is really something for the fans of European Rap & HipHop.
After the single "Summertime", Mr.P started to think of an own career and he and Red Dogg argued a lot. P wanted too much and he left C-Block...
...so now C-Block became Red Dogg, Misty and Goldie. That was the new C-Block.
It tokk some months before the first single "Eternal Grace" was released. The song hit the Viva top 10immediately, and was released for Christmas 1997. In March 1998, the single "Broken Wings" had a world premeire. A cover song of Mr.Mister's "Broken Wings", and here Red Dogg really proves how great rapper he is. The first verse of this song has it all. The new album "Keepin´ It Real" which was released in May 1998. This album has a little more hiphop influence, but still the typical CBK-style. The songs "Bounce", "Keepin It Real", "Motherless Child" and defenitely the great "We Believe" and "You Win Again" are worth to check out.
The second album was a big success, especially in the middle-european countries and Bulgaria, hitting for example nr 1 spot in Poland.
The group started to plan for the next single, that was supposed to be "We Believe". But, things doesn't always turn out that good.
After a year of silence, C-Block made a comeback with the new single "Keep Movin´" with some surpriseing members. James White (or P.O.P.) had returned to the group, and did the rappin by himself this time, and you could see a new singer too, Jeanine Love. Well, where did Red Dogg, Goldie and Misty go? I was actually very disapointed that Red Dogg wasn´t in the group anymore, because I thought that he always was the brain behind the group and brought us the fattest raps. Anyway, I like P.O.P. a lot aswell. The single "Keep Movin´" was released in the summer of 1999 and it was a groovy phat usual CBK track. It got a lot of play on the club charts over europe, but never had the sucess of the earlier CBK tracks.
Almost a year later ,in the summer of 2000, C-Block had released the single "The Future Is So bright" .The succes wasn't there at all. Althoug you could read on the inlay of tha single, that the new album "Changes" was planned to be dropped soon, the group took a break. And after that it's quiet....
Later in 2004, the fans found out some chocking news about Red Dogg. Tony was shot on 15th of September 2001, and very badly injured. He almost lost his life. He is now in a wheel chair and lost a little of his memory. The guy that shot him was a big criminal and got cought and got sentenced. However, latest news from his family in California indicates that he has re-married his ex-wife and now they live together with their daughter and grand daughter.
In 2010, something amazed is about to drop. The amazing project Euro-Rap-Revival is featuring 40 of the most amazing euro-rap artists, with total new production and songs! Two of these artists are Misty and Goldie.
First Love
C-Block Lyrics
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We're fully convinced of who our God says He is
You're our provider, You're faithful to finish
The work You have started
So, God, we pray
Give us our nation that it may live
Heal the broken hearts
May the Land of the Book return to it's first love
May the hope of Your word be found as an anchor again
We're coming back to our first love
We're coming back to our first love
We're coming back to our first love
Oh, Jesus, it's You
We are Your people, we're humbled before You
Fully convinced of who our God says He is
You're our provider, You're faithful to finish
The work You have started
So, God, we pray
Give us our nation that it may live
Heal the broken hearts
And set them ablaze for You
May the Land of the Book return to it's first love
May the hope of Your word be found as an anchor again
We're coming back to our first love
We're coming back to our first love
We're coming back to our first love
Oh, Jesus, it's You
We're coming back to our first love
We're coming back to our first love
We're coming back to our first love
Oh, Jesus, it's You
Nothing can separate us from
The love of Jesus
If God be for us who could ever stand against
Let the revival start in me
Let my heart cry be
"I am running back to You!"
Nothing can separate us from
The love of Jesus
If God be for us who could ever stand against
Let the revival start in me
Let my heart cry be
"I am running back to You!"
We're coming back to our first love
We're coming back to our first love
We're coming back to our first love
Oh, Jesus, it's You
We're coming back to our first love
We're coming back to our first love
We're coming back to our first love
Oh, Jesus, it's You
The lyrics of "First Love" by C-Block reflect a deep sense of humility and devotion towards a higher power, addressing that "we are Your people, we're humbled before You." The singer expresses a strong belief in the character and faithfulness of God, referring to Him as the provider and the one who initiates and completes divine work. This recognition of God's sovereignty leads the singer to pray for their nation, desiring healing for broken hearts and a renewed passion for God. There is a plea for the land to rekindle its initial love for God and for the hope found in His word to anchor them once again.
The repeated refrain of "We're coming back to our first love" signifies a return to the foundational relationship with God, emphasizing a desire to refocus on what truly matters spiritually. The mention of Jesus as being the center of this love further emphasizes the divine connection and the importance of reconnecting with Him. The lyrics convey a sense of repentance and rediscovery, highlighting a longing to reignite the passion and fervor for God that may have waned over time.
The verses also touch upon the theme of revival and renewal, stating that nothing can separate believers from the love of Jesus and calling for a personal revival to start within each individual. There is a recognition of the power and strength that comes from aligning with God, as indicated by the statement, "If God be for us who could ever stand against." The lyrics encourage a personal introspection and commitment to returning to God, with a plea for the heart to cry out in a desire to run back to Him.
Overall, "First Love" by C-Block carries a message of spiritual reawakening, acknowledging the need to rediscover and prioritize the foundational love and relationship with God. It speaks to the longing for a revival both personally and nationally, emphasizing the importance of faith, devotion, and a deep connection with the divine in navigating life's challenges and uncertainties. The lyrics serve as a reminder of the steadfast love and faithfulness of God, urging listeners to return to their first love - Jesus - and allow this love to guide and sustain them in all aspects of life.
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