MILK
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

MILK
C.O.G. Lyrics


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Gold and silver is the Autumn
Soft and tender are her skies
Yes and no are the answers
Written in my true love's eyes

Autumn's leaving and winter's coming
I think that I'll be moving along
I've got to leave her and find another
I've got to sing my heart's true song

Round and round the burning circle
All the seasons, one, two and three
Autumn comes and then the Winter
Spring is born and wanders free

Gold and silver burned my Autumns
All too soon they'd fade and die




And then, ah there were no others
Milk and honey were their lies

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of C.O.G.'s song "Milk" are rich in symbolism and metaphors, reflecting on themes of nature, love, and disillusionment. The song begins with a description of Autumn, using the imagery of gold and silver to evoke the changing seasons and their beauty. The sky is depicted as soft and tender, suggesting a sense of melancholy and vulnerability. The next line, "Yes and no are the answers written in my true love's eyes," introduces the theme of love and the uncertainty that comes with it. The mention of "answers" implies a question, perhaps about the singer's feelings or the future of the relationship.


As the song progresses, the singer acknowledges that Autumn is ending and Winter is coming. This shift in seasons is mirrored in the singer's personal life, as they realize they need to move on from their current love and find someone else to sing their heart's true song to. The line "Round and round the burning circle" can be interpreted as a reference to the cyclical nature of life, with each season representing a different phase that eventually leads into the next.


The final stanza of the song brings a darker tone, as the gold and silver that once represented Autumn now burn and fade away, leaving nothing but "milk and honey" as a false promise. This can be seen as a metaphor for the disillusionment that comes with growing up and realizing that life is not always as beautiful and perfect as we once thought.


Overall, "Milk" is a poignant and introspective song that touches on universal themes of love, loss, and disillusionment.


Line by Line Meaning

Gold and silver is the Autumn
Autumn is represented by gold and silver colors and symbolizes the fleeting nature of beauty and wealth.


Soft and tender are her skies
The skies of Autumn are tranquil and gentle.


Yes and no are the answers
The answers to my questions, regarding my true love's affection, were inconsistent and uncertain.


Written in my true love's eyes
My true love conveyed her answers through her eyes and body language.


Autumn's leaving and winter's coming
Autumn is ending and the harshness of winter is approaching.


I think that I'll be moving along
I need to move on from my past relationship.


I've got to leave her and find another
I need to end my relationship with my current lover and find someone new.


I've got to sing my heart's true song
I must express my true feelings through my music.


Round and round the burning circle
Life is a never-ending cycle, with each season flowing seamlessly into the next.


All the seasons, one, two and three
The cycle of seasons continually repeats itself, with spring, summer, autumn, and winter.


Autumn comes and then the Winter
Autumn is followed by winter, which is often harsh and unforgiving.


Spring is born and wanders free
Spring follows winter, symbolizing rebirth, renewal, and a fresh start.


Gold and silver burned my Autumns
My past autumns were marked by fleeting moments of beauty and wealth.


All too soon they'd fade and die
These moments of beauty quickly passed and disappeared.


And then, ah there were no others
After the beauty faded away, nothing beautiful and significant remained.


Milk and honey were their lies
The promises of a beautiful future were nothing but empty and deceitful lies.




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