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.
Push Up
KJ-52 Lyrics
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Push em up high this is what you do
Push up a five push up a 2
This ain't about me this about you
Push up a five push up a 2
Push em up high this is what you do
Push up a five push up a 2
'cause this ain't about KJ this about you
They said why's this kid on the mic man
He's from Florida he's Christian and he's white man
They said there was nothing in my life man
That I could ever offer except Christ, man
He said now give me everything you got
Ill take that little bit and turn it to a lot
I don't care what they say or even what they thought
I can make a way even when they say there's not
But they said just for me to give up now
They said that I'm a be messed up now
They said there's no way to get love
I was better to drop out or just sell drugs
But he said I got a much better way
If I'd let him in and just let him change
If he got a chance He would take away
Everything from the past so I wanna say is...
Push up a five push up a 2
Push em up high this is what you do
Push up a five push up a 2
This ain't about me this about you
Push up a five push up a 2
Push em up high this is what you do
Push up a five push up a 2
'cause this ain't about KJ this about you
They said I had no flow and no show
And no dough it was all no go
All I heard was no no and woah woah
You'll never be nothing man ya need to go home
But he said I got a habit of taking
The least likely and then doing something amazing
And right at the point when he just came in
That's exactly what he did and I ain't been the same since
They said now your poor white trash
With a broken home and a broken past
There's no way that your ever gonna last
Even if you did it and you make it then you'll fall apart fast
But he said that I can do anything
Ill take you places that your eyes never seen
Anything you face anything you need
I got it covered if you'll just trust in me
Push up a five push up a 2
Push em up high this is what you do
Push up a five push up a 2
This ain't about me this about you
Push up a five push up a 2
Push em up high this is what you do
Push up a five push up a 2
'cause this ain't about me this about you
Push up a five push up a 2
Push em up high this is what you do
Push up a five push up a 2
This ain't about me this about you
Push up a five push up a 2
Push em up high this is what you do
Push up a five push up a 2
'cause this ain't about KJ this about you
Now you can just listen to
And follow after them and everything they do
You can just play the fool
And pay attention to what they telling you
Or you can hear what God is saying
Take a look around you can see God changing
Me from the inside out I'm not the same and
I hope it's convincing now I think its so amazing
They'll say that's not possible
They'll get mad and act all hostile
They don't want nothing to do just with the gospel
But that don't mean you gotta let it stop y'all
They call me 5 2 for the reason
The little that I had it was all he was needing
Five loaves and two fishes he was feeding
10000 you finally get the meaning?
Push up a five push up a 2
Push em up high this is what you do
Push up a five push up a 2
This ain't about me this about you
Push up a five push up a 2
Push em up high this is what you do
Push up a five push up a 2
'cause this ain't about me this about you
Push up a five push up a 2
Push em up high this is what you do
Push up a five push up a 2
This ain't about me this about you
Push up a five push up a 2
Push em up high this is what you do
Push up a five push up a 2
'cause this ain't about KJ this about you
In KJ-52's song Push Up, the artist addresses the idea of being underestimated or disregarded by society, but also highlights the power of faith in overcoming these barriers. The chorus encourages listeners to push up, physically and metaphorically, to push themselves past their limitations and to not give up. The lines "Push up a five push up a 2 / This ain't about me this about you" emphasize that the song is not about KJ-52 or his accomplishments, but rather about the potential of the listener to push past their own obstacles and reach success.
The first verse addresses criticism and doubt that KJ-52 faced early in his career. People did not believe that a white, Christian rapper from Florida could succeed in the music industry. However, KJ-52 maintains that with God's help, he was able to turn a small amount of talent and ability into something great. The second verse continues this theme, as KJ-52 describes being told that he didn't have the talent or resources to make it in the industry. Nonetheless, he continues to rely on faith and God's guidance to overcome these challenges.
Line by Line Meaning
Push up a five push up a 2
The act of physically doing push-ups, but also metaphorically pushing oneself to be better.
Push em up high this is what you do
Push hard and aim high in order to achieve success.
This ain't about me this about you
The focus is on the listener, not the rapper or his personal experiences.
They said why's this kid on the mic man
Others questioned KJ-52's ability to rap due to his background, religion, and race.
He said now give me everything you got
God requires dedication and hard work in order to achieve success.
Ill take that little bit and turn it to a lot
Through faith, God can take small efforts and turn them into something significant.
They said just for me to give up now
Critics tried to discourage KJ-52 from pursuing his dreams.
I was better to drop out or just sell drugs
The negative alternatives presented to KJ-52 by his detractors.
If I'd let him in and just let him change
Allowing God to come into one's life and make positive changes can lead to success and fulfillment.
They said I had no flow and no show
More criticisms of KJ-52's ability as a rapper.
And right at the point when he just came in
God can enter one's life at any moment and change everything for the better.
Ill take you places that your eyes never seen
God can provide new opportunities and experiences for those who have faith in him.
Now you can just listen to
Advice from those who hold you back and keep you from achieving your dreams.
Or you can hear what God is saying
Choosing to listen to God's word and guidance can lead to a more fulfilling life.
Me from the inside out I'm not the same
God's influence can change a person's character and actions for the better.
They call me 5 2 for the reason
Explaining the artist's name and its Biblical inspiration.
Five loaves and two fishes he was feeding
Referring to the Biblical miracle of Jesus feeding a crowd with only five loaves of bread and two fish.
10000 you finally get the meaning?
Asking the listener if they understand the significance and message behind the Biblical reference.
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