MF Grimm's career began in the late 1980s where he performed in New York City. He later went on tour with MC Lyte as well. Into the 1990s Grimm continued to perform at freestyle competitions and performed alongside rappers Lord Finesse, GZA and Large Professor, amongst others. MF Grimm's most recent releases include a three-part conceptual series of albums with producer Drasar Monumental titled Good Morning Vietnam.
Life and Death
M.F. Grimm Lyrics
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Not Forbear the ones we should have called our foes
The condition of our hearts (Is clouded with ourselves, make room for something else)
Far I’ve gone into my self (It’s not too late for you, freedom he gives to you)
You, gave up, your life that I could be restored now
Who, I am, your messenger
Forgiveness was given Through Death, Death
And life has been given to us
(Will you live in my place)
In your presence we will go
(I can’t do this my self)
You, gave up, your life that I could be restored now
Who, I am, your messenger
Forgiveness was given Through Death, Death
And life has been given to us
The son has risen up, the light has come, no darkness here no sin is here
It is finished it is done
You, gave up, your life that I could be restored now
Who, I am, your messenger
Forgiveness was given Through Death, Death
And life has been given to us
In this song, M.F. Grimm talks about the fall of humanity and how it was our choice. He acknowledges that we did not forgive our foes when we should have, and instead harbored negative feelings which clouded our hearts. However, he urges listeners to make room for something else - to move past these feelings and find freedom. He reminds us that forgiveness was given through death, and that life has been given to us as a result.
The lyrics could be interpreted as a religious message about Christ's sacrificial death and how it saved humanity. The references to forgiveness, death, and life all point towards this interpretation. M.F. Grimm seems to be portraying himself as a messenger of this message, urging listeners to repent and seek forgiveness so that they too can be saved.
Overall, the song is a powerful message of hope and redemption. It encourages listeners to let go of negative emotions and embrace forgiveness. It also reminds us that we have the power to make choices that can lead to either our own downfall or our salvation.
Line by Line Meaning
The fall is what we chose
We willingly caused our own downfall
Not Forbear the ones we should have called our foes
We didn't show restraint towards people who could have been our enemies
The condition of our hearts (Is clouded with ourselves, make room for something else)
Our hearts are selfish and need to accommodate something greater
Far I’ve gone into my self (It’s not too late for you, freedom he gives to you)
I've been self-absorbed, but it's not too late for anyone to be free
You, gave up, your life that I could be restored now
Someone sacrificed their life for my own restoration
Who, I am, your messenger
I am a messenger for the person who gave up their life for me
Forgiveness was given Through Death, Death
Forgiveness was achieved through someone's death
And life has been given to us
As a result, we have been given a new life
All for one and all for those who chose
This was done for everyone who made the choice
(Will you live in my place)
Will you take my place and continue what I started?
In your presence we will go
We will follow your lead
(I can’t do this my self)
I need help in doing this
The son has risen up, the light has come, no darkness here no sin is here
The Messiah has come, there is no evil or sin here anymore
It is finished it is done
Everything that needed to be done has been completed
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Written by: James Jennings
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