He first got into music as a teenager, listening to contemporary Christian music and becoming a talented drummer. He said, "I had no interest in rap music. As a matter of fact, I was disenchanted with the whole idea of rap." However, Da' T.R.U.T.H. soon discovered his gift of free-styling, co-founded the group NIV, and gained his new nickname at the age of 19 to minister "da truth" to the urban culture. Da' T.R.U.T.H. is a graduate of Philadelphia Biblical University and the Institute of Jewish Studies.
Rose
Da' T.R.U.T.H. Lyrics
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Be cautious
We the ones in the city
We the bosses
I heard the crowd only love
Who's the hottest
Then they'll love me forever
If we're honest
I got It, that's known
I'm the greatest
The haters
Never gonna get me out the zone
I'm defining what's locked in
I'll topple your top 10
Tell them
I'm the best of your options
I'm on the way up
Working all night
Imma stay up
That's a lay-up
Hit me one time
Imma save ya
I'm on the way up
Working all night
Imma stay up
That's a lay-up
Hit me one time
Imma save ya
I'm on the way up
I'm on the way up
I'm on the way up
Working all night
Imma stay up
That's lay-up
Hit me one time
Imma save ya
I'm waiting for the Porsche
And the photos
Me and my team on the logo
If you feeling real hot we can go though
Then you better take your shot
Before you go though
I'm done waiting inline
I'm done wasting my time
I got mountains to climb
I got papers to sign
Got places to be
Write the check for my team
It's time for rebels to eat
It's time for rebels to eat
I'm on the way up
Working all night
Imma stay up
That's a lay-up
Hit me one time
Imma save ya
I'm on the way up
Working all night
Imma stay up
That's a lay-up
Hit me one time
Imma save ya
I'm on the way up
I'm on the way up
I'm on the way up
Working all night
Imma stay up
That's a lay-up
Hit me one time
Imma save ya
I'm on the way up
I'm on the way up
Working all night
Imma stay up
No time for panic
I'm on the way up
Working all night
Imma-
That's a lay-up
Hit me one time
Imma save ya
I'm on the way up
Working all night
Imma stay up
That's a lay-up
Hit me one time
Imma save ya
I'm on the way up
Working all night
Imma stay up
That's a lay-up
Hit me one time
Imma save ya
I'm on the way up
I'm on the way up
Watch how you move
Be cautious
Da' T.R.U.T.H.'s song "Rose" is an anthem for those who aspire to rise to the top of their respective fields. The song exhorts the listener to be careful in their movements, as the road to the top can be fraught with danger. Da' T.R.U.T.H. declares himself and his team to be the bosses in the city, while cautioning that success is fickle and the crowd only loves who's hot. He declares that he intends to stay on top by working hard and staying focused, defining what's popular and toppling the top 10. Throughout the song, Da' T.R.U.T.H. reminds himself and others that the way up is not easy, but if you stay focused and work hard, success is possible.
Line by Line Meaning
Watch how you move
Be careful and conscious of your actions
Be cautious
Exercise great care and be vigilant of your surroundings
We the ones in the city
We are the authoritative figures within the urban community
We the bosses
We hold the highest level of authority and control
I heard the crowd only love
I have been informed that the audience only appreciates
Who's the hottest
Those deemed the most popular and in demand
Then they'll love me forever
If I am one of them, they will forever appreciate me
If we're honest
If we remain truthful and authentic in our actions
Who want it, who want it
Who desires to challenge for the title or position
I got It, that's known
It is well acknowledged that I have the ability and resources
I'm the greatest
I am the most exceptional and incomparable
The haters
Those who criticize and/or attempt to harm me
Never gonna get me out the zone
I refuse to be deterred or distracted from my goals and drive
I'm defining what's locked in
I am determining the standards and expectations of my success
I'll topple your top 10
I will easily surpass and surpass your top ranking peers
Tell them I'm the best of your options
Inform them that I am the most optimal and preferable choice
I'm on the way up
I am gradually progressing and achieving greater success
Working all night
Exerting effort and energy into my work during nighttime
Imma stay up
I will remain awake and alert
That's a lay-up
That is an easy and effortless task for me to accomplish
Hit me one time
Give me one chance or opportunity
Imma save ya
I will assist and protect you from harm or danger
I'm waiting for the Porsche
I am anticipating the arrival of my luxury car
And the photos
As well as a photo opportunity to document the moment
Me and my team on the logo
My team and I will be featured on the company's logo and representation
If you feeling real hot we can go though
If you think you are at your best, we can compete
Then you better take your shot
You should seize the chance before it is too late
Before you go though
Before you leave or depart
I'm done waiting inline
I am no longer willing to wait obediently in a queue
I'm done wasting my time
I am no longer willing to squander my effort and energy
I got mountains to climb
I have significant challenges and tasks to overcome
I got papers to sign
I have necessary documents to review and sign
Got places to be
I have important locations and events to attend
Write the check for my team
Provide the necessary funds to support and compensate my associates
It's time for rebels to eat
It is a time for the misfits and nonconformists to succeed and prosper
No time for panic
There is no time for fear and distress
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Written by: George Rose, Jeffrey Garcia, Wes Writer
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