You Know It
KJ‐52 Lyrics
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To the place and the spot where Christ had to die
What if you beheld with your own two eyes
Where his blood was spilled where he gave his life
When he came up the hill and he was barely alive
Could you tell who he was if he walked on by
Could you see what they had done to his back and his sides
Would you see all his love would you recognize
Pull out his hair out his beard and then decide to
Pierce his bareback 39 times you
Get the real facts they're there besides you
What if you saw him die and got a real view
Would you keep living the life the way that you do
Or would you run and hide and just continue to
Live your life blind its up to you dude
Will you ever know will you ever see
What's he's done for you what he's done for me
Can you ever know can you ever see
What will it take for you to believe
What if today was the very day he died
What if you was standing right there by his side
As the people cheered and they screamed and they cried
But this time around see he wasn't crucified
What if he was lead from a jail cell this time
To be executed in the middle of the night
But you could view it and tune it in worldwide
On the internet and on the TV it was televised
What if you was standing right there
And you brought him down to the electric chair
You had to flip the switch now would you be aware
Would you understand his death would you even care
Would you change how you live would you shed a tear
Would you see what he did would you be prepared
To give your life to him right now and right there
Can you see what he did its quite clear
What if you held the very nails used to
Hold him on the cross then what would you do
You saw him beat up beat down then abused
Would you see how much it cost him now for you but
What would it take for him to prove
That he took the blame for everything that we do
It's still just the same man there ain't nothing new
They still hate to change and come down to you but
What if you could gaze and just see
The last 5 minutes before he would leave
This earth and worse what if you saw him breathe
His last breath when death took his life you see
His head hang down he starts to heave
'cause his death came slow its plain to see
That it's more painful then we could imagine it to be
Now you seen in plain view will you believe
The lyrics of KJ-52's song "You Know It" explore the idea of witnessing the crucifixion of Jesus Christ firsthand and the impact it would have on an individual's belief and lifestyle. The song poses hypothetical scenarios to provoke thought and reflection on the significance of Christ's sacrifice.
The first verse presents the image of being transported back in time to witness the crucifixion, and questions whether one would truly recognize and understand the extent of Jesus' suffering. The lyrics describe the brutality inflicted upon him, emphasizing the thorns piercing his skull, the scourging of his back, and the 39 lashes he endured. The song invites listeners to ponder if witnessing Christ's death would prompt a change in their own lives or if they would continue living without acknowledging the gravity of his sacrifice.
The second verse further explores the idea of witnessing Jesus' execution in a modern setting, via television or the internet. It forces the listener to consider their response if given the responsibility of operating the electric chair for Christ's execution. The lyrics ask if one would comprehend the significance of his death and if it would touch their heart or prompt them to change their lifestyle.
The final verse introduces the idea of holding the nails used to crucify Jesus. This notion signifies personal involvement and responsibility for his suffering. The song questions what it would take for individuals to truly grasp the weight of Christ's sacrifice and acknowledge their need for him.
Overall, "You Know It" encourages listeners to consider the impact of Christ's death on their own lives and challenges them to respond with belief and a transformed lifestyle.
Line by Line Meaning
What if what if what if what if what if what if you was transported in time
Imagine if you could travel back in time
To the place and the spot where Christ had to die
To witness the exact location where Jesus was crucified
What if you beheld with your own two eyes
If you personally saw
Where his blood was spilled where he gave his life
Where his blood was shed during his sacrifice
When he came up the hill and he was barely alive
When Jesus struggled up the hill, barely alive
Could you tell who he was if he walked on by
Would you recognize him if he passed by
Could you see what they had done to his back and his sides
Would you witness the wounds inflicted on his back and sides
Would you see all his love would you recognize
Would you perceive the immense love he showed
When they pierced his skull with the thorns and they tried to
When they pressed thorns into his skull and attempted to
Pull out his hair out his beard and then decide to
Remove his hair and beard, showing further cruelty
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