In this period James developed as a keyboardist and burgeoning songwriter. He was also learning first-hand the business of music. He attended Michigan State University for two years, but the desire to write and perform was too strong, and he left to seek a career in music.
Musical career
Upon his return to Detroit, Moss signed with a small local Christian label Aviday Records[1] and released two albums to little fanfare. Yet, during this time he became acquainted with Paul Allen and Walter Kearney. The three began working together as PAJAM. Moss spent the mid-90s touring with The Clark Sisters and was signed, along with Karen Clark-Sheard, his cousin, to Island Records in 1996 to record a solo album.[1] While a proper release never materialized for Moss before Island Black Music shut its doors,[2] Clark's became a smash and introduced the Gospel world to the production powerhouse of PAJAM.
Over the next seven years, the PAJAM team became Gospel music's most prolific hitmakers. However, Moss' desire to perform never went away, and in 2003 he and Allen began writing songs for what would ultimately become The J. Moss Project, released in September 2004 on GospoCentric Records.
Though PAJAM's work has been seen as a revolutionary blend of gospel and hip-hop style, The J. Moss Project is a surprisingly traditional affair. The set largely relies on familiar arrangements, and keeps its focus on Moss's clear tenor voice and strong backing choir vocals. The album made a grand entry with the upbeat lead single "I Wanna Be".
The disc includes a number of upbeat gospel numbers such as "Don't Pray and Worry" and "Psalm 150". J. Moss' lithe falsetto at times draws comparison to the likes of Prince and Tonéx on "Livin' 4". There are also several gentle ballads such as "Give You More" and the album's anthemic single "We Must Praise" that display J. Moss' range as a vocalist and songwriter.
V2... The J Moss Project
Finally, on April 3, 2007, J Moss released his second album V2... The J Moss Project through GospoCentric Records. Appearances made by contemporary Gospel group 21:03, Moss's cousin Kierra "Kiki" Sheard, Kirk Franklin, his cousin Karen Clark-Sheard, Marvin Winans of the famed Winans family, Byron Cage, and American comedian Steve Harvey. Three bonus tracks were originally thought to be regular album tracks. The bonus tracks are "Florida", "73 Degress", and "Everybody Ain't Got a Word". Of the album tracks on this release, an instant standout is the track "Dance", featuring Kirk Franklin, which riffs off of an infectious sample of Morris Day & The Time's early 1980s smash "777-9311".
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J Moss Lyrics
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Not gon' worry about what I cannot help
People dying innocently, haters spreading rapidly
I'm not talking nepathy but some things God's gotta (work)
Woah oh
(He's gotta work) yeah ha
(He's gotta work) woah oh
(He's gotta work) yeah ha
I ain't gonna worry bout' the money in the bank, I ain't worried bout it
I ain't gonna worry bout' the gas in the tank, fill me up, fill me up, I ain't worried bout' it
I ain't gonna worry bout' the things I can't control, it is, what it is
I ain't gonna worry bout' it, all I do is pray about it, hold up, why?
God's's got it
I look around and my hearts a little hithered
The money scream fast and I'm looking for a blessing
People looking for jobs
No one looking for God
I know that your hurt but in time God's really gonna (work)
Woah oh
(He's gotta work) yeah ha
(He's gotta work) woah-oh
(He's gotta work) yeahah
I'm a let him do it cause
I ain't gonna worry bout' the money in the bank, I ain't gon' worry bout' it, I can't worry bout' it
I ain't gonna worry bout' the gas in the tank, I know who supplies my neeedds
I ain't gonna worry bout' the things I can't control, God's is in control
I ain't gonna worry bout' it, all I do is pray about it, hold up, why?
God's got it
When your loosing strength and your confidence
God's got it (God's got it) oh-ah (oh-ah)
When your money spent, can't pay the rent
God's got it (God's got it) oh-ah (oh-ah)
Oh, when a storm is passing over, don't loose your composure
God's got it (God's got it) oh-ah (oh-ah)
When your down for a while, wanna throw in the towel
God's got it (God's got it) oh-ah (oh-ah)
I ain't gonna worry bout' the money in the bank, seen it over and over again
I ain't gonna worry bout' the gas in the tank, I ain't gon' worry about it cause he cares for me
I ain't gonna worry bout' the things I can't control, can I hold
I ain't gonna worry bout' it, all I do is pray about it, oh oh yeah
God's got it
In J. Moss's song "God's Got It," the singer starts by talking about how he woke up that morning and decided to stop worrying about situations he cannot control. He mentions innocent people dying and haters spreading rapidly but acknowledges that there are some things he has no power over, and they are left for God to handle. The chorus reinforces the idea that God's got it and that it's not worth worrying about things beyond our control since God has a plan.
The second verse continues with the same theme, describing people looking for jobs, money running out, and the storm passing over. Even when facing tough situations, the singer chooses to trust that God's got it and will come through in time. The repeated line "God's got it" reaffirms that God is in control, and we should not worry about things beyond our control.
The song's central message is about having faith in God, trusting that he has a plan and will take care of everything. The song's upbeat melody compliments the reassuring message, making it a popular gospel song that has gained popularity even outside the church circles.
Line by Line Meaning
I woke up this morning and I told myself
I became aware and made a decision
Not gon' worry about what I cannot help
I will not stress over things I have no control over
People dying innocently, haters spreading rapidly
I see sadness and negativity around me
I'm not talking nepathy but some things God's gotta (work)
I am not being apathetic; some things only God can handle
I ain't gonna worry bout' the money in the bank, I ain't worried bout it
I will not be anxious about my finances
I ain't gonna worry bout' the gas in the tank, fill me up, fill me up, I ain't worried bout' it
I trust that God will provide for my needs
I ain't gonna worry bout' the things I can't control, it is, what it is
I will not be concerned with uncontrollable circumstances
I ain't gonna worry bout' it, all I do is pray about it, hold up, why?
I will pray instead of worry because I believe in God's power
God's's got it
I trust that God has everything in control
I look around and my hearts a little hithered
I observe my surroundings and feel distressed
The money scream fast and I'm looking for a blessing
I see money disappearing quickly and need a blessing
People looking for jobs, No one looking for God
I see people seeking jobs but forgetting about God
I know that your hurt but in time God's really gonna (work)
I understand your pain, but God will heal in due time
When your loosing strength and your confidence
When you feel weak and insecure
When your money spent, can't pay the rent
When you have no money left and can't pay rent
When a storm is passing over, don't loose your composure
In the midst of a difficult situation, don't panic
When your down for a while, wanna throw in the towel
When you feel discouraged and want to quit
seen it over and over again
I have witnessed it repeatedly
I ain't gon' worry about it cause he cares for me
I will not worry because I believe God cares for me
can I hold
Can I trust God to take care of me?
oh oh yeah
An expression of assurance and joy
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