They have recieved several Gospel Music Association Dove Awards throughout their career. Their first first was "Rap/Hip Hop Song" for "Alcoholic Plagiarism", from Factors of the Seven. The next year they took the same award for "They All Fall Down", from Grammatical Revolution. In 2003 The Art Of Translation won the award for "Rap/Hip Hop Album", and the following year their song "Believe" from the same album took "Rap/Hip Hop Song". They also shared in the "Special Event Album" that year, for their contribution to !Hero The Rock Opera.
Album list:
1. Mental Releases
2. Factors of the Seven
3. Grammatical Revolution in the Spirit
4. Art of Translation
5. Dichotomy A
6. Dichotomy B
7. Art of Transformation (remix album of Translation)
8. 7 (best of album)
9. Redemption
10. The Greatest Hits
11. Reiterate
12. Quarantine
Mind Blowin'
Grits Lyrics
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Coffee so defined, I know this time,
The piece of pie is in my reach, I know it's mine - so sublime,
Throwing up my soldier sign before we find the pit and coldest kind of sit,
Let them know what I'm for this time,
Let alone got a cool with a mountain view, picturesque and a flow so fresh,
The best to that I can attest,
Make the rest seem so minute in stature,
This why we all get at you,
Chase them bouncing balls across the walls we all be after,
Hope is in my view,
Don't misconstrue my close to you, you,
Tragic loss to my disdain,
Sum me up 'til I hit this thing,
Had to record the flavour if my West Coast conglomerate,
Who fond of it?
Nobody does it better, when it comes to it.
Looking out my window at my ghetto street,
I gotta become a man, be what I got to be,
I gotta take care of my baby, and them got to eat,
I gotta charge ya'll, begging ain't nothing for free,
I got a will to fight and the mind to tell the truth,
I gotta kill this mic every time I'm in this booth,
I gotta win the game and get a castle for my queen,
I gotta get some change, I gotta keep my mama clean,
I gotta problem with too much of talking what you don't walk,
You frightened, infinite no biting,
Homie, don't balk,
Gotta get my grind on,
I'm in and out of time zones,
The Jones click and Grits to have your mind blown.
Broaming with these baller-like tendencies, inserting these pain killers,
Singing syringes and blowing brains, shunning fame,
Motivation to build a nation out of a fallen generation,
With these verses in reverse, against the grain, we move the vision,
Haters came in opposition,
Our decisions held a question, yet they profit off our mission,
We're disciples - there's a difference versus Christians and religion,
Reach a man - you speak his land, but lead in the truth and understanding,
My devotion's fully focused on provoking ya'll to get open to what spoken in these rhymes and how your life should be defined,
We keep it nice with bold flows,
Throw that Greek through the window,
Then make that sacrifice to bring it back to life,
Think twice, but never hold back the night.
Ain't never saw it coming when it's hitting on, like a breeze coming through the window,
It's blinding the core of my retina,
People are changing, we're 'bout to be getting up our grip on life,
It's only a few who get this nice,
Who knew that it took sacrifice?
Bring it back to life,
We be the rappers who're turning back time, showing you how to control and define,
A different approach of a kind, a fresher design,
A fall of grace you find, blow you mind,
Ain't never saw it coming when it's hitting on, like a breeze coming through the window,
It's blinding the core of my retina,
People are changing, we're 'bout to be getting up our grip on life,
It's only a few who get this nice,
Who knew that it took sacrifice?
Bring it back to life,
We be the rappers who're turning back time, showing you how to control and define,
A different approach of a kind, a fresher design,
A fall of grace you find, blow you mind.
In "Mind Blowin'" by Grits, the lyrics speak about the struggle of becoming successful while staying true to oneself. The first verse begins with a description of the singer's soul design and their confidence in reaching their goals. They are then throwing up their soldier sign as a sign of determination and courage. The singer then goes on to describe their picturesque surroundings and their talent in comparison to others in the industry. They bring hope and positivity to their listeners while also expressing their personal struggles and losses. In the second verse, the focus shifts to the singer's neighborhood and their responsibilities as a man, including taking care of their family and providing for their loved ones. They express their determination to succeed and their mindset of always telling the truth. The third verse speaks about the challenges of being in the music industry and how they stay true to their values while still creating something innovative.
Grits is a hip hop duo consisting of Teron "Bonafide" Carter and Stacy "Coffee" Jones, formed in 1995 in Tennessee. They have released numerous albums throughout their career and have been nominated for multiple Dove Awards. "Mind Blowin'" is one of their most popular and well-known songs.
The song features a sample of "Got to Give It Up" by Marvin Gaye.
"Mind Blowin'" was featured in the video game Madden NFL 2004, which helped to further popularize the song.
The music video for the song features footage of Grits performing and clips of people in various locations listening to the song and dancing along.
The song has been praised for its uplifting lyrics and message of hope, which is a common theme in Grits' music.
The duo stated in an interview that the song was inspired by their own struggles and their desire to inspire and encourage others.
The song has been used in numerous TV shows and movies, including The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift and the TV show One Tree Hill.
Grits has collaborated with other popular Christian hip hop artists, including TobyMac and Lecrae.
The duo has also worked with artists outside the Christian music industry, including Outkast's Big Boi and DJ Dangermouse.
Chords: Unfortunately, the chords were not available at the time of writing.
Line by Line Meaning
Ma soul design speaks so eloquently,
The essence of my being conveys a powerful and articulate message.
Coffee so defined, I know this time,
I am energized and focused, confident in my abilities this time around.
The piece of pie is in my reach, I know it's mine - so sublime,
Success is within my grasp, and I am grateful for the sweet victory it brings.
Throwing up my soldier sign before we find the pit and coldest kind of sit,
I am ready to face any obstacles that come my way, even the darkest and coldest ones.
Let them know what I'm for this time,
I am determined to make my goals and intentions clear to those around me.
Let alone got a cool with a mountain view, picturesque and a flow so fresh,
I have a peaceful and stunning view from my location, and my creative energy is flowing effortlessly.
The best to that I can attest,
I can confidently say that this is the best I have ever felt.
Make the rest seem so minute in stature,
Everything else seems insignificant in comparison to my current state of mind.
Just cause 'til you fall - we got you,
We will support you no matter what, until you achieve your dreams.
This why we all get at you,
We are all pushing you to reach your full potential.
Chase them bouncing balls across the walls we all be after,
We are all pursuing our individual goals with fervor and determination.
Hope is in my view,
I can see a bright and hopeful future ahead of me.
Don't misconstrue my close to you, you,
Do not misunderstand my intentions towards you.
Tragic loss to my disdain,
I am deeply saddened by a painful and tragic loss.
Sum me up 'til I hit this thing,
Describe me until I reach my ultimate goal.
Had to record the flavour if my West Coast conglomerate,
I had to capture the essence of my group's creative energy and talent from the West Coast.
Who fond of it?
Who else appreciates and enjoys it?
Nobody does it better, when it comes to it.
We are the best at what we do.
Looking out my window at my ghetto street,
From my window, I see the struggles of my poverty-stricken neighborhood.
I gotta become a man, be what I got to be,
I must mature and take responsibility for my actions and decisions.
I gotta take care of my baby, and them got to eat,
I must provide for my child and ensure their basic needs are met.
I gotta charge ya'll, begging ain't nothing for free,
I need to get paid for my skills and time, not depend on handouts or charity.
I got a will to fight and the mind to tell the truth,
I have a strong determination to overcome obstacles and speak honestly.
I gotta kill this mic every time I'm in this booth,
I must deliver a flawless performance whenever I'm recording music.
I gotta win the game and get a castle for my queen,
I aspire to achieve great success and provide a comfortable life for my significant other.
I gotta get some change, I gotta keep my mama clean,
I need to earn money to support myself and make sure my mother is taken care of.
I gotta problem with too much of talking what you don't walk,
I am frustrated with people who talk excessively and do not follow through on their promises.
You frightened, infinite no biting,
You may be hesitant, but I assure you that there is no limit to your potential.
Homie, don't balk,
Don't hesitate or back down from a challenge.
Gotta get my grind on,
I need to work hard and hustle to achieve success.
I'm in and out of time zones,
I frequently travel and adjust to different time zones.
The Jones click and Grits to have your mind blown.
The Jones Group and Grits have the power to blow your mind with their music and artistic abilities.
Broaming with these baller-like tendencies, inserting these pain killers,
I am wandering around with a sense of confidence and taking medication to relieve any pain or stress.
Singing syringes and blowing brains, shunning fame,
I am using my art to express and release my inner struggles, not seeking fame or recognition.
Motivation to build a nation out of a fallen generation,
I am inspired to create positive change and uplift those who have been affected by societal struggles.
With these verses in reverse, against the grain, we move the vision,
Our unconventional and rebellious lyrics are pushing society to think differently and change their ways.
Haters came in opposition,
Those who do not support us have tried to stop our progress.
Our decisions held a question, yet they profit off our mission,
Our choices and methods have been questioned, yet those same people still benefit from our message and work.
We're disciples - there's a difference versus Christians and religion,
We are followers of a particular message and idea, separate from traditional Christianity and religion.
Reach a man - you speak his land, but lead in the truth and understanding,
To truly connect with and influence others, we must speak to their unique experiences and values, while also leading with honesty and empathy.
My devotion's fully focused on provoking ya'll to get open to what spoken in these rhymes and how your life should be defined,
I am dedicated to challenging and inspiring others through my music, in the hopes of changing their perspectives and priorities in life.
We keep it nice with bold flows,
Our music is both smooth and powerful.
Throw that Greek through the window,
We are disregarding traditional ideas and norms, and forging our own path.
Then make that sacrifice to bring it back to life,
We are willing to put in the hard work and sacrifice to bring our ideas to fruition.
Think twice, but never hold back the night.
Be cautious and thoughtful in your decisions, but do not let fear or doubt prevent you from pursuing your goals.
Ain't never saw it coming when it's hitting on, like a breeze coming through the window,
Unexpected success or challenges can arise suddenly and without warning, like a sudden gust of wind.
It's blinding the core of my retina,
These events are so intense and overwhelming, they are having a physical impact on my senses.
People are changing, we're 'bout to be getting up our grip on life,
Society and individuals are going through a period of evolution and growth, taking control of their own lives and experiences.
It's only a few who get this nice,
Only a select few are able to achieve the same level of success and fulfillment.
Who knew that it took sacrifice?
Few people realize the amount of hard work and sacrifice necessary to achieve one's goals.
Bring it back to life,
Revitalize and reignite one's passion and motivation.
We be the rappers who're turning back time, showing you how to control and define,
We are using our music to challenge the status quo, and teach others how to take control of their own lives and identities.
A different approach of a kind, a fresher design,
Our unique perspective and methods create a new and refreshing take on traditional concepts.
A fall of grace you find, blow you mind,
Our work creates a sense of beauty and awe, and inspires a deeper appreciation for the world around us.
Contributed by Jake F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Unholyarrowxx
Whew the 2000's is strong with this one. Love it
D. Rey
What are the precise lyrics? The ones on google search aren't accurate nor spelled correctly.
Bright Light
Who are the features on this one? 4th Avenue Jones, and who's the woman voice?