The GOSPEL GANGSTAZ are role models. "we don't consider ourselves above anybody. But God has given us insight to see the truth. We understand their pain, and they know we know the real. I gotta make music for my homies. I believe in bringing the church to people, not just bringing people to church", Tik Tokk stated.
"The GOSPEL GANGSTAZ stand in a position to help, because we have seen how the gospel of Christ is real. Our lives were changed from selling crack, drive-by shootings, car-jacking and illicit sex, to a life of peace, joy and happiness because of Christ. We want to go back to the hood and let our light shine", says Solo.
"We are real G'z with our own war stories and our own battle marks. We survived and now we must fight for our brothers and sisters that are trapped in a world of violence and poverty, adds Chille'.
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Maybe If
Gospel Gangstaz Lyrics
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all my life I walked, stuck in the dark
thinkin brothers that went to church had to be marks (??)
no hearts, though I had it twisted like french braids
it takes a man to serve God, this ain't no kid's trade
I got Saved and the devil wept
I wear respect to street formances as pertainin to my ghetto rag (??)
I was a shooter in my former life hoo-ride
(Tic Toc)
mm, if anybody can do it then you can do it Tic
well if I can do it then its done and I'm a do it quick
(why) cause I'm a doer, never seen a one truer
than me, cause this is O Double G now
you see, I got a question, but really you need to ask yourself
how do you refuse to come to Christ when He can give you help
but yet you stay, you catchin case after case
lookin left and right, up and down, when the answer's right in front yo face
maybe if, you would lift
your eyes and see (maybe)
whats crackin, step back and
peep it like a G (like a G)
maybe if, you would lift
your eyes and see (maybe)
Satan tryin to twist em, dropped in the system
let Christ set you free (set you free)
attention, O.G.'s open your ears up
and all busters stop up your ears so you cant hear us
cuz its only G talk, when we talk
and by faith with deliverance how we walk
until now ive been known to hit knees
but one time can I break it down for the G's
I left a stain so you'll never forget my name
I worship the Slain, now all gangstas ain't the same
see some bang, some slings cain, some shoot
some fight, some pray and fast, some smoke root
some claim Crypt, some hustler, and some buy root
some serves Tweed, and some serves God like I do
once was blind, but now I see, I know
I did it to greed, now freeze the G's and blow (??)
life into the hood, mourn for those that died
do's a genocide, still with one to five (??)
look at chea
maybe if, you would lift
your eyes and see (maybe)
whats crackin, step back and
peep it like a G (like a G)
maybe if, you would lift
your eyes and see (maybe)
for God so loved, sinners on Earth
that they redeemed
on the real though dog, I used to slang and bang
but from homie to homie, dont even try to gang
cuz one brotha be down, one brotha be suckas
and the other half bustas
I'm not down with killin brothas cause its killin me
and I'm not the one to contribute to your conspiracy
lift your eyes, check a nize, and stop now (??)
cuz satan wanna see the dead, are locked down (??)
or if he keep us on crack, then he got us
knowin if we toppin the purpose, he cant stop us (??)
to pen is what I need, the truth and funk is what I get you with (??)
the rhythm we givin, so they can learn from what we live thru
blacks killin blacks, blacks sellin blacks crack
now when we gone see some unity in our community?
when the G's hit they knees and get they pray on
until then homie stay strong
on the wrist (??)
maybe if, you would lift
your eyes and see (maybe)
whats crackin, step back and
peep it like a G (like a G)
maybe if, you would lift
your eyes and see (maybe)
a brighter day, a better way
for you and me
today, we done forgot about our makage as pleasure (??)
but think bout gettin our rhine on, everybody gettin they grind on
men hustlin women, and women hustle men
men hustle for skins, and women hustle for they mens
to the left, homie missed it with that set trip
in 96, half the projects read about yo chips
G wise, lets get our lives prioritised
and then start to raisin our hands, and shapin our eyes
maybe if, you would lift
your eyes and see (maybe)
whats crackin, step back and
peep it like a G (like a G)
maybe if, you would lift
your eyes and see (maybe)
a brighter day, a better way
for you and me
maybe if, you would lift
your eyes and see (maybe)
whats crackin, step back and
peep it like a G (like a G)
maybe if, you would lift
your eyes and see (maybe)
a brighter day, a better way
for you and me
maybe if you'd lift your eyes and see, yeah
maybe if youd peep it like a G (like a G)
(O Double G's, in the hizzouse, 9 6)
lift your eyes and see
The lyrics to Gospel Gangstaz's song "Maybe If" speak of the journey of a man who came from a life of darkness but found salvation through faith in God. At the beginning of the song, the rapper reflects on his misperceptions about churchgoers, thinking of them as lesser than the people he used to hang around with. He then goes on to speak of his conversion to Christianity and how it changed him, causing the devil to weep in defeat. The chorus of the song emphasizes the need to lift one's eyes and see the brighter side of life, to turn away from the darkness and embrace the light.
The second verse of the song specifically addresses the gangster culture and urges the listener to turn away from violence and hatred. The rapper speaks of his own past life as a "shooter" and emphasizes that not all gangsters are the same. He calls for unity among the community, encouraging the G's to "hit their knees and get their pray on," so that they can work towards a better future and brighter days.
Overall, the song sends a powerful message of hope and redemption, encouraging the listener to turn away from the darkness and embrace the light of faith.
Line by Line Meaning
Maybe all my life I walked, stuck in the dark
I have been blind to the truth my entire life.
thinkin brothers that went to church had to be marks (??)
I used to believe that going to church was for weak people.
no hearts, though I had it twisted like french braids
I was mistaken and had a twisted perspective.
it takes a man to serve God, this ain't no kid's trade
Serving God requires maturity and strength.
I got Saved and the devil wept
The devil was defeated when I found salvation.
I wear respect to street formances as pertainin to my ghetto rag (??)
I carry myself with respect and pride, as is expected in my community.
I was a shooter in my former life hoo-ride
I used to engage in dangerous activities in my past.
now can I make a G slide to the bright side
Now, can I turn my life around and make positive changes?
mm, if anybody can do it then you can do it Tic
I believe that you are capable of making positive changes.
well if I can do it then its done and I'm a do it quick
If I can turn my life around, then I know it can be done quickly.
how do you refuse to come to Christ when He can give you help
Why would you turn away from Christ's love and help?
but yet you stay, you catchin case after case
You continue to make bad choices that lead to negative consequences.
Satan tryin to twist em, dropped in the system
Satan is trying to deceive and corrupt you through societal systems.
let Christ set you free
Allow Christ to free you from the chains of sin and deception.
attention, O.G.'s open your ears up
Listen up, older generation.
and all busters stop up your ears so you cant hear us
Those who are against us, close your ears so you cannot block out our message.
expecting only G talk from us
We only speak about God and our faith.
by faith with deliverance how we walk
We walk in faith and deliverance.
and all gangstas ain't the same
Not all gangsters are alike.
once was blind, but now I see, I know
I was once blind but now I see the truth.
life into the hood, mourn for those that died
Bring life into our community and mourn for those who have passed away.
maybe if you would lift your eyes and see
Perhaps if you could see things from a different perspective.
whats crackin, step back and peep it like a G
Take a step back and observe the situation from a wise, respectful perspective.
for God so loved, sinners on Earth, that they redeemed
God loves everyone on Earth and seeks to redeem them from sin.
but from homie to homie, dont even try to gang
From one person to another, don't involve yourself in dangerous activities.
lift your eyes, check a nize, and stop now
Look at yourself and make a change to stop negative behavior.
blacks killin blacks, blacks sellin blacks crack
Our community has internal problems like violence and drug use.
when the G's hit they knees and get they pray on
When we turn to God and pray.
maybe if you'd lift your eyes and see
Perhaps if you could see things from a different perspective.
whats crackin, step back and peep it like a G
Take a step back and observe the situation from a wise, respectful perspective.
a brighter day, a better way for you and me
We can have a better future if we make positive changes now.
Contributed by Josiah P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.