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
Tight Wit These
Grits Lyrics
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Now If you're tight with these
Go do your snaps
And if you're tight with these
throw your sholders back
Now if you're tight with these
Go bob your head
Go throw that bread
Way yonder over the bridge,
out on the street
They shouldn't have to tell you, stay out
Given the circumstances forseen,
Coming off my block and onto your scene
Now we're potent as X and morphine
Gonna put a hex, X the whole thing
Expect Rhyme Runners, front-gunners
Bypass all the chicks that will want us
With their arms overthown us,
No homo chess on a classic rhyme
You'll find that my mind is promo,
Bites of Perry como, Move fast, no slow-mo
Got to be fierce if your heart was ever pierced
These snaps is traps, it's at me here
These raps, perhaps, will guide me here
If not for God's divine, I would not be here
Now If you're tight with these
Go do your snaps
And if you're tight with these
throw your sholders back
Now if you're tight with these
Go bob your head
And if you're tight with these
Go throw that prayer!
The Rest Coming Soon!
The song "Tight Wit These" by Grits is an upbeat hip-hop track that talks about the importance of confidence and determination in life. The chorus of the song encourages people to embrace their strengths and go all in with their talent, as they snap, bob their heads, and throw their shoulders back. The song's upbeat tempo and catchy lyrics are quite encouraging and motivational, inspiring listeners to have a positive attitude towards life.
The verses of the song are focused on the rapper's personal journey, as he talks about his background, the challenges he has faced, and how he has triumphed over adversity. The lines "Way yonder over the bridge, out on the street, They shouldn't have to tell you, stay out" depict his humble beginnings, where he had to struggle to make a name for himself. However, he also acknowledges that his success is not just a result of his hard work, but also of divine intervention.
The overall message of the song is quite uplifting, as it encourages people to embrace their uniqueness, be confident in themselves, and trust that they have what it takes to succeed in life. The lyrics are delivered in a catchy, upbeat rhythm that is sure to get listeners dancing and singing along.
Line by Line Meaning
Now If you're tight with these
If you are in agreement with what we represent
Go do your snaps
Show your approval by snapping your fingers
And if you're tight with these
If you still agree with what we represent
throw your sholders back
Stand tall and be proud of it
Now if you're tight with these
If you're still down with us
Go bob your head
Show your support by nodding your head
And if you're tight with these
If you are aligned with us
Go throw that bread
Put your money where your mouth is and support us financially
Way yonder over the bridge,
On the other side of the bridge
out on the street
In the open, in public
They shouldn't have to tell you, stay out
It should be obvious that you are not welcome here
Given the circumstances forseen,
Because of what might happen
Coming off my block and onto your scene
Moving from where I am from and into your environment
Now we're potent as X and morphine
We are now powerful and influential
Gonna put a hex, X the whole thing
We will curse or ruin the entire situation
Expect Rhyme Runners, front-gunners
Get ready for us, the skilled and confident ones
Bypass all the chicks that will want us
Ignore the women who are attracted to us
With their arms overthown us,
Trying to get our attention or affection
No homo chess on a classic rhyme
There is no need to overcomplicate things
You'll find that my mind is promo,
My thoughts are focused on promotion
Bites of Perry como, Move fast, no slow-mo
Influenced by Perry Como, let's move quickly
Got to be fierce if your heart was ever pierced
You have to be strong if you have ever been hurt
These snaps is traps, it's at me here
These snaps are a way to get attention, to trap people into liking our music
These raps, perhaps, will guide me here
Our music might lead us to success
If not for God's divine, I would not be here
Without the help of God, I would not have made it this far
And if you're tight with these
If you still agree with our message
Go throw that prayer!
Pray for our success and well-being
Contributed by Claire C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.