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.
Pump That
KJ-52 Lyrics
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Stick ya fingers up pump that pump that
Kick ya sneakers up pump that pump that
'cause all I need is one all I need is ya to ..
Pump that
Pump that
Pump that turn ya speakers up and
Pump that
Pump that 'cause all I need is ..
One Mic one cord to proclaim one rhyme
Of One God one Christ one Lord in one line
'cause He's more than I need now he's more than I write
He's the air that I breathe he's the peace in my mind
He's the relief I seek when everything isn't right
He's what I hope I can be he's what I hope I can shine
He's the hope when I'm weak he's what opened my eyes
He'll call me home then I see him then I'll go to the skies
Now I know every need he can meet every time
So I know that for me he's what I need 'cause I'm blind
I can't see unless he just guides me through the night
Now we're helpless we're weak now we all fall behind
Unless you help us so be my strength when I climb
Cause this mountain I face is so hard and so high
But I know that you be what I seek and I find
There's nothing I need except you so I cry that
One mic one cord to proclaim one track
One God one Christ one Lord and just that
I need my wife by my side and my friends at my back
Since God goes before ain't a thing that I lack
I'm covered by Him what more could I ask
Everything can be a lie all I need is one fact
That Jesus is Lord I'm convinced that I can't
Make it w/out your word as my guide and my map
I need you to you to provide the strength so I'll stand
When my world falls apart and I think that I can't
Get that far and it's hard but that's when your hands
Take my heart when it's scarred and helps me understand
So all that I need is to do your commands
Everything that I see falls in line with your plans
So help me just to be all you've called and you've planned
And if you know what I mean let me see all your hands and
KJ-52's song Pump That is a call to action for listeners to turn up the volume, put their hands up in the air, and engage with the music. However, the song also has deeper meaning as KJ-52 emphasizes the importance of having faith in God and trusting in His strength. The repetition of "pump that" encourages listeners to pump up not just the music, but their faith and relationship with God.
The first verse of the song highlights how God is the one thing we all need in life. He is the air we breathe, the peace in our minds, and the hope during our weakest moments. KJ-52 emphasizes that we are blind without God and cannot see our way through life's challenges. The second verse reminds us that we cannot make it through life without God's guidance and strength, and that He must be the center of our lives.
One interesting fact about the song is that it was produced by Aaron Sprinkle, who has also produced music for artists like Anberlin and Demon Hunter. Another interesting fact is that the song was released in 2007 as part of the album The Yearbook, which was KJ-52's sixth studio album. The album was well-received by critics and helped propel KJ-52 to further success in the Christian hip-hop scene.
In addition, Pump That has been used in a variety of contexts beyond its original release. It has been featured on various video games, such as Madden NFL 08 and MLB 08: The Show. It has also been used in TV shows, movies, and sports events. The song's catchy chorus and upbeat tempo make it a popular choice for energizing crowds.
Chords (unofficial and simplified):
Verse: Em, C, G, D
Chorus: G, D, Em, C, G, D, Em, C
Line by Line Meaning
Turn ya speakers up pump that pump that
Increase the volume of your speakers, pump the music and the message that this song carries
Stick ya fingers up pump that pump that
Put your hands up and join in the movement of praising and worshiping God
Kick ya sneakers up pump that pump that
Get on your feet and dance to the beat because God deserves our joy and celebration
'cause all I need is one all I need is ya to ..
I only need God and His presence in my life to be able to thrive and fulfill my purpose
Pump that
Keep the energy and enthusiasm going, don't stop pumping that message of hope and faith
Pump that
Continue to celebrate and express your gratitude to God for all that He has done and will do in your life
Pump that turn ya speakers up and
Turn the volume up even louder and let the whole block hear the message of God's love and grace
Pump that
Keep the energy and enthusiasm going, don't stop pumping that message of hope and faith
Pump that
Continue to celebrate and express your gratitude to God for all that He has done and will do in your life
'cause He's more than I need now he's more than I write
God is more than I could ever ask for or put into words, His love and grace surpasses anything I could imagine
He's the air that I breathe he's the peace in my mind
God is the source of my life and my calm in the midst of chaos
He's the relief I seek when everything isn't right
God is my refuge and strength when everything around me is falling apart
He's what I hope I can be he's what I hope I can shine
God is my role model and my motivation to live a life of purpose and impact
He's the hope when I'm weak he's what opened my eyes
God is my hope and my salvation, He opened my eyes to the truth and gave me a new perspective on life
He'll call me home then I see him then I'll go to the skies
God is my eternal home and the one who will welcome me into everlasting life
Now I know every need he can meet every time
I am confident that God can meet all of my needs, no matter how big or small
So I know that for me he's what I need 'cause I'm blind
I need God in my life because I am spiritually blind without Him, He gives me guidance and direction
I can't see unless he just guides me through the night
I am completely dependent on God to lead me through the darkness and uncertainty of life
Now we're helpless we're weak now we all fall behind
Without God, we are helpless and weak, unable to keep up with the challenges of life
Unless you help us so be my strength when I climb
God, I need you to be my source of strength and support as I face obstacles and climb to new heights
Cause this mountain I face is so hard and so high
The challenges I am facing are incredibly difficult and seem impossible to overcome on my own
But I know that you be what I seek and I find
I know that God is the answer to all of my problems and challenges, and He will help me find a way through them
One Mic one cord to proclaim one rhyme
With only a microphone and a few chords, I can proclaim the message of God and His love to the world
Of One God one Christ one Lord in one line
The message I am proclaiming is about the one true God, Jesus Christ, and the Lord who reigns over all
I need my wife by my side and my friends at my back
I am grateful for the support of my loved ones, who help me through the ups and downs of life
Since God goes before ain't a thing that I lack
With God on my side, I have everything I need and lack nothing
I'm covered by Him what more could I ask
God's protection and love cover me completely, and I am content with that
Everything can be a lie all I need is one fact
In a world full of deception and falsehood, the one truth I hold onto is that Jesus is Lord
That Jesus is Lord I'm convinced that I can't
I am fully convinced that Jesus is Lord and there is no other way for me to live my life
Make it w/out your word as my guide and my map
Without God's word to guide me, I would be lost and unable to navigate through the challenges of life
I need you to you to provide the strength so I'll stand
God, I need your strength to help me stand firm in the face of adversity and opposition
When my world falls apart and I think that I can't
When everything around me seems hopeless and overwhelming, I know that God will help me persevere
Get that far and it's hard but that's when your hands
In the midst of hardship and struggle, God's hands are there to comfort and uphold me
Take my heart when it's scarred and helps me understand
God helps me to heal from my emotional scars and gives me a deeper understanding of His ways
So all that I need is to do your commands
To live a fulfilling and purposeful life, all I need to do is obey God's commands and follow His will
Everything that I see falls in line with your plans
I am amazed at how everything in the world fits into God's perfect plan and purpose
So help me just to be all you've called and you've planned
God, please empower me to fulfill the calling and purpose you have for my life
And if you know what I mean let me see all your hands
If you resonate with the message of this song and understand the power of God in your life, show your support and raise your hands in worship
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