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.
Keep It Moving
KJ-52 Lyrics
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Yo
Yo is this mic on?
Someone turn my mic on man
Stop playin' man
Turn my mic on
Yo is this mic
Yo is..
The intro verse of KJ-52's song Keep It Moving is indicative of the singer's sense of urgency and readiness to take the stage. The lyrics suggest that he is impatient and wants to get started as soon as possible. He is tired of waiting and wants to ensure that his voice is heard by turning his mic on. The use of conversational language such as "Stop playin' man" adds a touch of authenticity to the song as if he's speaking to someone in real life. This verse demonstrates how important it is for the singer to get his message across, and he won't let anything hinder his ability to do so.
The song's title hints at the message of the song - Keep It Moving. KJ-52 encourages the listener to continue to push forward despite obstacles and challenges that may arise. He speaks about the importance of perseverance and not giving up. He preaches to keep moving in the face of adversity, to keep fighting when it gets tough, and to keep pressing on when it seems like everything is going wrong. The lyrics suggest that life isn't always going to be a walk in the park, but it's how we react to that adversity that determines the outcome.
Line by Line Meaning
Yo
Attention please, I am starting the song and need the audience's attention.
Yo is this mic on?
Can someone confirm if my microphone is working?
Someone turn my mic on man
I need technical assistance with my microphone, can someone help me out?
Stop playin' man
I am not joking, I need help with my microphone and this is a serious matter.
Turn my mic on
I need my microphone turned on to start performing the song.
Yo is this mic
I am still waiting on confirmation that my microphone is working properly.
Contributed by Bentley N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Oscar b
Part time rapper, full-time man of God!
The Fruitful Things
"I'm a full time man of God!" 🔥 Glory Hallelujah!!!!
Robert Schweyher Jr
LookUp ToTheHills AMEN!
Vega Gameplayz
This is the best I've heard from KJ 52 in a long time. He dropped it like we needed a reminder he isn't done yet lol
Ashley Seaboyer
That's for sure!! I love that song :-)
Ieyeshia Bates
Right😂 like " wait I'm not done yet" 🤣
Wagner Multimedia
YEZZIR
nonfiction12
This is quite refreshing...I've been waiting for KJ-52 to bounce back since his first album 7th Avenue featuring Sons of Intellect, Cross Movement (Phanatik / Ambassador) Knowdaverbs and GRITS callobos, and of course Datin is that dude - all glory be to the Father!!!
Nick Selby
God's not done with him yet.
James Dore'
Had goosebumps through the entire track! SHEEEZ! FIRE!!!