He was awarded the Rap/Hip Hop Recorded Song of the Year for "Never Look Away" and Rap/Hip Hop Album of the Year at the GMA Dove Awards of 2007. KJ-52 also has four Dove awards to add to his 'collection.'
KJ-52's song "You're Gonna Make it" was played at the end of Cold Case Season 5 Episode 8 "It Takes a village." He rapped in the Newsboys version of Jesus Freak alongside, and had a part in TobyMac's remix of One World.
He has been rapping since 1993 (age 18), and his current label is BEC.
Dangerous
KJ-52 Lyrics
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We hold on and it's dangerous it's dangerous
We resent we regret we look back but it's dangerous
Living like we do is so dangerous
I wanna hit you up ain't got the words to say
Cause all that junk would do is push you farther away
And every time I see you you acting like it's all ok
I never thought you'd change never thought you'd stray
And run right back to the very things I know you hate
With all you gone through tell me why you go this way
Caught up in the junk going where you came
Caught up on the run your everyday the same
You hold your head up high living it w/out no shame
And every day it gets a little harder just try to pray
If I could sit you down here's what I would say
Your wings are broken yet you keep on flying
Every time I talk to you you never recognize it
Holding on to your past yet you kept denying
Try to mask your hurt in all the junk that your trying
Yet I'll be lying if I said its all ok
Your missing church man It's getting worse today
It's obvious that you're hurt that's the role you play
The one where you blame and push everyone away
I have to say that he's the one you need
The one that died crucified now on that tree
And the final thing I have to say now honestly
The one I'm talking about is me
It's a long hard road to nowhere
And we're having trouble finding our way
It's a long hard road to nowhere
Need something different someone help me to change
In KJ-52's song "Dangerous," the lyrics are about the dangers of not forgiving and holding onto resentment and regret. The singer acknowledges that living with constant bitterness and anger is a dangerous way of life. The lyrics suggest that the person he is addressing has gone through some tough times and has fallen away from their faith. The singer wants to reach out and reconnect with this person, but he doesn't know how to do it without pushing them away further. He recognizes that holding onto the pain of the past will hinder their growth in the future. The singer encourages the person to let go of their hurt and turn towards faith to find healing.
The lyrics are powerful in showing that holding onto grudges and resentments only leads to a dangerous path. It is a reminder that forgiveness is essential for healing and moving forward in life. The singer is extending grace and understanding to the person he is addressing, hoping that they will see the light and turn towards a better future.
Overall, "Dangerous" is a message of hope, urging the listener to let go of the hurt of the past and move towards a brighter future with faith at the center.
Line by Line Meaning
Canât forgive or forget
We are unable to let go of the past
We hold on and itâs dangerous itâs dangerous
Holding on to the past can have dangerous consequences
We resent we regret we look back but itâs dangerous
Feeling bitter and wishing to change the past can put us in danger
Living like we do is so dangerous
Our current way of living can be detrimental to our well-being
I wanna hit you up ainât got the words to say
I want to communicate with you but don't know how to express myself
Cause all that junk would do is push you farther away
Talking negatively would only distance us further apart
And every time I see you you acting like it's all ok
You seem to hide your problems and pretend everything is okay
Your were the last one I ever thought would fall away
You were someone I never thought would lose their way
I never thought youâd change never thought youâd stray
I never believed you would change your beliefs or path
And run right back to the very things I know you hate
You return to things you dislike or previously rejected
With all you gone through tell me why you go this way
Despite your struggles, why do you continue down this path?
Caught up in the junk going where you came
You're caught up in negative things and reverting to old patterns
Caught up on the run your everyday the same
You feel stuck and repeat the same daily routine
You hold your head up high living it w/out no shame
You act with confidence and without guilt or regret
And every day it gets a little harder just try to pray
Each day presents new challenges and prayer is a way to cope
If I could sit you down here's what I would say
If we could have a discussion, this is what I would communicate
Your wings are broken yet you keep on flying
You are hurt and vulnerable, yet you continue to move forward
Every time I talk to you you never recognize it
You fail to understand the significance of our conversations
Holding on to your past yet you kept denying
You cling to past experiences but refuse to acknowledge their impact
Try to mask your hurt in all the junk that your trying
You hide your pain in unhelpful behaviors and habits
Yet Iâll be lying if I said its all ok
I cannot deny that things are not okay
Your missing church man It's getting worse today
You are avoiding religious community and things are getting worse
It's obvious that you're hurt thatâs the role you play
It's apparent that you are hurting, and it manifests in your actions
The one where you blame and push everyone away
Your behavior towards others involves blaming and distancing yourself from them
I have to say that heâs the one you need
I strongly believe that God is the solution you require
The one that died crucified now on that tree
I am referring to Jesus, who died on the cross
And the final thing I have to say now honestly
My last comment is an honest one
The one Iâm talking about is me
I am referring to myself
Itâs a long hard road to nowhere
Life can be difficult and purposeless
And we're having trouble finding our way
We struggle to find direction in our lives
Need something different someone help me to change
We need something new and someone to guide us in a positive direction
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: AARON SPRINKLE, BRENNAN STRAWN, JERROD BETTIS, JONAH SORRENTINO
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@DreDrexler
this is a great song! Wow, this is KJ's best work!
@DreDrexler
this is such an awesome song! Wow, cant wait for the album!
@callmekassie1
I'm pretty sure God is trying to tell me something. This is kinda what I needed to hear right now. Oh, the power of God is just so indescribable.
@SHDOW-lw1nr
We live in a dangerous world, but with God we can choose to be the person who is a haven to others. We are an example to others and the way we live.
@CLAYM8s
Amen! Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior! Keep representing him KJ.
@Zaxsmith
Thank you KJ-52 for keep the music alive. You have been doing this for years. I still have your CDs from the early 2000s. Love the music. Keep it up. Much love from Texas. God Bless you and yours.
@raisemyvoice318
what an amazing song. i love it. kj is one of the best christian artists out there, i have loved him since day 1 :)
@MrKrillz0r
During the plagues, death and loneliness He was right there. We are set apart from God but Jesus opened the way for us, all we need to do is trust in Him and ask for His forgiveness and help. That will not stop the plagues and death in the world though, the curses that we brought upon ourselves. And people who refuses to believe in Him will eventually go to hell, because they themselves chose to. But everyone is free to come to Him, and He loves us all so much that He was ready to die for us.
@guitargeekette
This song is legit. Living the way we do is dangerous if we hold on to hurt and refuse to forgive and let go. God gives us a gift that makes holding on to hurt obsolete.
@cuturalrebel
i wish i had the courage to tell all this to my brothers...but...i don't. i don't know if i ever will. but i have to because they need to hear it. they need to hear God again.