Better Days
C.O.G.
He said there was NO WAY he would EVER sing Gospel music. But God had other… Read Full Bio ↴He said there was NO WAY he would EVER sing Gospel music. But God had other plans. Before dedicating his life to Christ, C.O.G. was a club singer, crooning R&B for all the wrong things, and for all the wrong reasons. After being delivered from his own self-destruction, C.O.G. didn’t really know what to do with the talent he had been blessed with. Being raised as a Muslim, a member of the Nation of Islam, Gospel music was something of a mystery to him. It was something that had been preached against to his knowledge, for his entire life. He had been offered a record deal earlier in his career, only to vehemently decline, due to the condition that he must sing Gospel. Thank Heaven the Lord spoke to his heart. In the beginning of his career, C.O.G. was tentative, nervous, and afraid to walk into calling that God had placed upon his life. He joined a quartet style group, singing traditional standards, with modest regional success. Yet, he was never truly fulfilled, as if he wasn’t living up to the requirements that were expected of him by Christ. Knowing that God had placed a special anointing upon him, to perform a specific duty, C.O.G. embarked on his journey to serve on his mission-REACH THE YOUTH OF THE WORLD. Too many young people were being lost to the streets and customs of the world. And by youth, he realized this meant not only school-age children, but adults as well. After much prayer and meditation, C.O.G. sought the guidance of Christ to lead him in the proper direction-HIP-HOP. Not totally rap music, but the entire Hip-Hop culture, which has been dominating our society, not only in America, but even in third world countries. Pick up a magazine, turn on a TV, radio, or computer, and you’re sure to find the influence of Hip-Hop present. The problem is, you rarely find it present in the church. So much negativity has been placed upon the culture, that many Christian leaders have failed to realize the influence it has had on our own people. C.O.G. has been charged by God, to take back the culture the HE allowed to be created, as a voice to the youth of the world, to express themselves. C.O.G. isn’t trying to change the music, the fashion, (well, maybe some of it), the art, or the medium. C.O.G. is here to change THE MOTIVES behind Hip-Hop. The enemy has had a choke hold on the Hip-Hop generation for quite some time, commercializing what was once a venue for urban youth to speak in a way that only they could relate to. However, in the beginning of Hip-Hop, there was no space allowed for the Spirit of Christ to dwell, allowing the enemy free reign over our young people. Hip-Hop has become very much about sex, money, drugs, violence and SIN period. C.O.G. is here to fight to take back what rightfully belongs to Christ. His children’s souls-Whether flowing over some of the tightest beats ever created, singing over silky smooth R&P tracks, or just simply speaking, C.O.G. is definitely THE representative for Christ in Hip-Hop, as well as the leader of the next generation of Gospel Music. C.O.G. has been named the North Carolina Gospel Announcers Guild PRESTIGE Award winner for 2006 as ‘Holy Hip Hop Artist’ of the Year. C.O.G. has opened for the UniverSoul Circus, performed at Shaw U., St. Aug’s, Duke University, Benedict College, Barbados and countless church and community events. C.O.G. has been featured on the nationally televised show ‘The MixxMaster’s Lounge’, which airs on the Inspiration Network (INSP). -CHILD OF GOD

Better Days
C.O.G. Lyrics


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Yo I know things seem crazy right now
With Covid-19 on the rise again
Police brutality
Racism
And stupidity in the White House
But God said that we are to look to him
Because he is the one that holds all the keys to our blessings
He is the ultimate healer
And the ultimate deliver
And he alone can give you those better days
That you're looking for

Proverbs 3:5 and 6 says
Lean on, trust in and be confident in the Lord
With all your heart and mind
And do not rely on your own insight or understanding
In all your ways know recognize, and acknowledge him
And he will direct and make straight and plain your path
You don't have to worry about no man's wrath
When you trust in Jesus
Cause he is the only one who can save us
By his stripes we are healed so even coronavirus
Has to yield to the name
So I dare you to worship and praise the name of
Jesus Christ
That's right I said Jesus Christ

The day is always darkest before dawn
Just keep on believing yall
Commit to the Lord whatever you do
And your plans will succeed for real
Just keep on believing
Cause he's right there with you
Better days are on the horizon
The coming y'all
They coming

Do not be anxious about anything
But in every situation by prayer and petition
With thanksgiving
Present your requests to God
And his peace
Which transcends all understanding
Will guard your hearts and your mind in Christ Jesus
We lookin to these politicians to heal, deliver
And save us
But our trust should be in Christ Jesus
Cause he will never fail us
Like man does all the time
So i sat here and wrote this rhyme
To uplift your spirits and to give you some hope
Not a bunch lies or false hype
All you have to do is give your life
To Christ
That's Right

The day is always darkest before dawn
Just keep on believing yall
Commit to the Lord whatever you do
And your plans will succeed for real
Just keep on believing
Cause he's right there with you
Better days are on the horizon
The coming y'all
They coming

Humble yourselves
Under the mighty hand of God
So that at the proper time
He may exalt you
Casting your anxieties on him
Because he cares for you

The day is always darkest before dawn
Just keep on believing yall
Commit to the Lord whatever you do
And your plans will succeed for real
Just keep on believing
Cause he's right there with you
Better days are on the horizon
The coming y'all
They coming

The day is always darkest before dawn
Just keep on believing yall
Commit to the Lord whatever you do
And your plans will succeed for real
Just keep on believing
Cause he's right there with you
Better days are on the horizon




The coming y'all
They coming

Overall Meaning

In "Better Days," C.O.G. (Children of God) is speaking to someone who has been trying to play mind games with them. They tell this person to get out of their head, reminding them that it is not a place to play. C.O.G. warns the person to be quiet, afraid that they will "wake the dead." The second stanza indicates that there has been some history between C.O.G. and this person. All the time that has gone by has left C.O.G. with the impression that they cannot trust this person, and they refuse to even pretend to be happy. They claim that they are not capable of standing trial, and do not wish to smile just to make this person feel better.


Line by Line Meaning

Get out of my head
I want you to stop controlling my thoughts


I know you think it's just a place to play
You believe my mind is a toy you can manipulate


Shh! you're waking the dead
Your words are causing emotional pain and stirring up unpleasant memories


This is not time to say what you've gotta say
I don't want to hear your thoughts or opinions right now


All this time has gone by
A significant amount of time has passed since we last spoke


And all I see is distrust in your eyes
I can tell by the way you look at me that you don't trust me


Don't ask me to smile
I can't pretend to be happy or content right now


I told you I'm not fit to stand trial
I informed you that I am not capable of dealing with these issues right now


If I could make you see it my way
I wish you could understand my perspective


Then you would believe
If you understood me, you would have faith in me


That there'll come a better day
I believe that things will get better in the future


When all our dreams will come true
I am hopeful that all of our aspirations will be fulfilled


I've read all that you've read
I have been exposed to the same information you have


And all I can figure is you're brain dead
Based on your actions and beliefs, I believe you lack intelligence or understanding


Don't expect me to lie
I won't be dishonest to protect your feelings or reputation


I won't stand here convicted of your crimes
I refuse to take responsibility or blame for something you have done wrong




Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Matthew Wilder, Rebecca A Johnson

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