Razah made his rap debut in the early 90s as a founding member of the Sunz of Man along with Killah Priest, Shabazz the Disciple, Prodigal Sunn, Supreme, 7th Ambassador and 60 Second Assassin. The group have released three albums to date ("The Last Shall Be First", "The First Testament" and "Saviorz Day")
As a solo artist, Razah has released a slew of mixtapes (most of which are available online) aswell as five studio albums - When All Hell Breaks Loose (2001, re-released in 2008), Freedom of Speech (2004, with 4th Disciple), Renaissance Child (2007), Razah's Ladder (2007, with Blue Sky Black Death) and his most recent album Heaven Razah (2010).
Razah is also a member the group T.H.U.G. Angelz, with Shabazz The Disciple and have released one album "Welcome To Red Hook Houses" in 2008.
In 2010 Razah suffered a brain aneurysm but miraculously recovered!
His album "Heaven Razah" was released around this period, and since his recovery Razah has continued to make music under this moniker.
A documentary was filmed about his recovery entitled "Risen". More information can be found here http://www.risendocumentary.com/
Selah
Hell Razah Lyrics
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Father forgive us
Because we all have sinned
T.H.U.G. Angelz
Even thugs pray
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I don't care if you're Damu or Cuz
Because it's God's love
Do you believe in the prophecies
That the Messiah gon' free our seeds?
To bring the truth back to Tel Aviv
True indeed, we've been all deceived
Now America is under siege
Even the citizens overseas
Chemtrails in the air we breathe
At 13 and can barely read
But he can sell crack and roll weed
Niggas acting like they don't bleed
Till is IV's and respirators
The board of ED can't educate us
Too many federal investigators
I left Hell in the elevator
Next stop is the Heaven Razah
To every bomb there's a detonator
Is every traitor part of Al-Qaeda?
Or is it greater if it's legislator or a slave-trader?
Either way they all need a prayer
Look at my logo and the moon crater
You can't hide behind ya top layer
But I'm the old serpent dragon slayer
Spitting lasers at space invaders
Keep an eye out for Tomb Raiders
We cry out to the true Savior
Another victim in the newspaper
I wonder why when the baby cry
Is his visions of the Most High?
Or is there Archangels close by?
12 Tribes be the lost bride
Until then she's a black widow
A young mother starring out a window
On a soft pillow, more tears
Dear Lord you're the one I fear
I say it loud and clear
Selah!
Wingz Up!
Heaven Razah!
El-Raziel!
The song "Selah" by Hell Razah begins with a woman reciting a prayer in Hebrew, asking God for forgiveness for the sins that we all have committed. The song is a prayer for the thugs, conveying that even they seek God's love, irrespective of the color of their skin. The song addresses various social, political, and global issues that plague mankind, from chemical-filled air to illiteracy among young African-American boys who turn to drugs and crime as a means of making money. Hell Razah is critical of the system, which he believes has failed to educate and guide the youth and instead constitutes various FBI and federal investigations. The song expresses faith in the Messiah, who everyone believes will bring freedom to their people.
Line by Line Meaning
Father forgive us
We pray for forgiveness from our Father for our transgressions
Because we all have sinned
Recognizing that we have all made mistakes and asking for forgiveness
T.H.U.G. Angelz
We are the Thug Angelz, a group of people who often engage in sinful behavior
Even thugs pray
Acknowledgment that all people have the ability to pray and seek forgiveness
This is a prayer for the thugs
The prayer is for all people, even those who may have engaged in criminal behavior
I don't care if you're Damu or Cuz
The prayer is intended for all people regardless of their affiliations or backgrounds
Because it's God's love
This prayer is motivated by the love and grace of God
Do you believe in the prophecies
Asking if the listener believes in the prophecies of the Bible
That the Messiah gon' free our seeds?
Reference to the belief that the Messiah will bring freedom to humanity
To bring the truth back to Tel Aviv
The Messiah will bring truth and light back to the Jewish people
True indeed, we've been all deceived
Humanity has been misled and deceived
Now America is under siege
America is at a point of crisis
Even the citizens overseas
People living outside of America are affected by the problems
Chemtrails in the air we breathe
Reference to the conspiracy theory that chemicals are being released into the air
At 13 and can barely read
Young people are not being properly educated
But he can sell crack and roll weed
They are being led towards a life of crime and drug use
Niggas acting like they don't bleed
People are pretending like they are invincible
Till is IV's and respirators
People are only breaking when they are seriously ill
The board of ED can't educate us
The education system is failing
Too many federal investigators
There is too much surveillance and investigation by the government
I left Hell in the elevator
The artist has left behind a life of sin and hardship
Next stop is the Heaven Razah
The artist is going towards a life of enlightenment and salvation
To every bomb there's a detonator
There is always someone responsible for the destruction caused by a bomb
Is every traitor part of Al-Qaeda?
Not all enemies are foreign - some are within our own communities
Or is it greater if it's legislator or a slave-trader?
Those in positions of power could be the biggest enemies
Either way they all need a prayer
All people, regardless of their actions or beliefs, need prayer and forgiveness
Look at my logo and the moon crater
A reference to the singer's personal emblem and the marks left by conflict
You can't hide behind ya top layer
People cannot hide their true natures or sins
But I'm the old serpent dragon slayer
The artist is strong and capable of defeating evil
Spitting lasers at space invaders
The singer is fighting against the unknown, possibly metaphorical enemies
Keep an eye out for Tomb Raiders
Be vigilant against those who would steal or harm
We cry out to the true Savior
The listeners are calling out to their Lord and Savior for help
Another victim in the newspaper
People are constantly suffering and being hurt
I wonder why when the baby cry
The artist is questioning why there is so much pain and suffering in the world
Is his visions of the Most High?
Musing on whether innocent children have a connection to a higher power
Or is there Archangels close by?
Wondering if angels are watching and looking after the world
12 Tribes be the lost bride
Reference to the 12 tribes of Israel and their search for salvation
Until then she's a black widow
The people of Israel are struggling in their faith
A young mother starring out a window
An example of someone who is struggling in a difficult world
On a soft pillow, more tears
Even in moments of rest, there is sadness and darkness
Dear Lord you're the one I fear
The artist acknowledges the power and fear of the Lord
I say it loud and clear
The listener is confident and unafraid to express their beliefs
Selah!
A word used in the Bible to indicate that the reader should pause and reflect on what was just read
Wingz Up!
A call to action, signaling that listeners should raise their spirits and arms
Heaven Razah!
The artist is calling on the power of Heaven
El-Raziel!
A reference to the Archangel Raziel, a figure of wisdom and mysticism
Contributed by Elena E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.