He is also a skater, which led to his career in hip hop; after an accident in 1998, he took time to focus on rap and was noticed by Trevor McNevan of Ontario-based band Thousand Foot Krutch. This led to his signing to an internationally distributed label, BEC Recordings, and debut release Epiphany, which was made primarily of West Coast hip hop with several rapcore outings in the vein of Limp Bizkit.
He released two independent albums, Mislead Youth (2001) and My Own Thing (2003), prior to Epiphany in 2005. He has toured in Canada, the United States and Ireland to date.
His second album, Glory, emphasized rap-rock elements with more Linkin Park-esque nu metal, and included more authentic hip hop stylings.
Central themes of Manafest's music include nonconformity, hip hop culture, and walking with God.
Manafest says in regards to Glory that: "I wanted to allow all of my influences show on Glory. Musically, I wanted to blend the appeal of Linkin Park, Sum 41, and The Beastie Boys. Vocally, I wanted to merge that with popular hip hop à la Eminem and Kanye West. But beyond musical influence, I wanted to reflect on the issues around me in the most positive way possible. And whether I am talking about the loss of loved ones and abuse, or breakdancing and skate culture, it's all for the glory of heaven. In the end, my prayer is that people would not simply bob their heads to this, but feel a very real sense of healing from the words. However, this record is not all serious. Some of my favorite tracks are the most lighthearted ones."
Better Cause Of You
Manafest Lyrics
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Fists up in the air attack
This the year I almost cracked
Souvenir among the pack
Tour around because of rap
Wind me up and let me smash
Take me home and put me in
Turn me on and hear me sing
Read about me on the blog
Go online and get my songs
Buy them all and party on,
Yo!!!!!
I won’t be the one to fall
Follow me I carry on
Hit you like a sabotage
Kick it like I’m at a park
Get em off, get me lost
Hide me in this room and lock
The door and toss the key away
I’d rather be alone “okay”
A stow away, go away
Can’t you see, don’t bother me
Get out or I’m gonna freak
Chorus:
Hey I need a place
To get composure
Now I need, your face
To get me over
Unbelievable how I stay sober
I can feel Alive,
I'm better cause of you
Verse II
Round and round I tour the globe
Show to show, I flip the flow
I sip a soda hit the sauna
Chilling sober still a soldier
Sister, mother, fatal father,
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Fist to sin I finish farther
It’s like I’m treading water
Sinking and it’s getting darker
Mr. Mana needs to manage his anger
His tantrums going bananas
Its random hands in a panic
He’s standing
Ramping up to blow up
The gold rush, is so hush
Yo know what,
I think I’ve had enough
Pull me up
I’m getting out here
I’m out of control
Fear has taken it’s toll
I’m going back to my home
Follow me if you want
It’s not easy I warn
But it gets results baby
Won’t you leave me alone
Oh
Chorus:
Hey I need a place
To get composure
Now I need, your face
To get me over
Unbelievable how I stay sober
I can feel Alive,
I'm better cause of you
BRIDGE:
I act like I don’t know you
I crash you’re the first I go to
When I’m down and feeling alone
“I’M BETTER OFF WITH YOU”
I act like I don’t know you
I crash you’re the first I go to
When I’m down and feeling alone
“I’M BETTER OFF WITH YOU”
The song "Better Cause Of You" by Manafest featuring Dustin Anstey talks about the struggles of being a musician, dealing with the stress and pressure that comes with touring and performing. The first verse mentions the constant touring and performing that Manafest does, and the toll it takes on him. He talks about how he almost cracked but continues to push through. He also mentions the importance of fans, the ones who put his picture on their walls and buy his music. The second verse is a reflection on himself, his anger issues, and the need for a sense of control in his life. The bridge highlights the importance of the people in his life who support him, and how they make him a better person.
The chorus is the most powerful part of the song, as it emphasizes the need for support and companionship during the struggles of life. Manafest recognizes that he needs a place to get composure and a person to get him over the rough patches. He acknowledges how unbelievable it is that he stays sober and attributes it to the support he receives, ultimately stating that he feels alive and better because of them.
Overall, "Better Cause Of You" is a song that highlights the importance of support systems, especially during difficult times. It is a song that encourages people to reach out to those who care about them and to lean on them for strength and guidance.
Line by Line Meaning
Mr. Manafest is back
Manafest is making a comeback in the industry.
Fists up in the air attack
He's coming back strong and taking on his challenges head-on.
This the year I almost cracked
Manafest has had a tough year and has come close to breaking down.
Souvenir among the pack
He's been touring and has gained popularity among his fans.
Tour around because of rap
His rap has taken him on tour.
Wind me up and let me smash
He's ready to take on the world with renewed energy.
Take me home and put me in
He wants to go back to a comfortable and safe environment.
Turn me on and hear me sing
Listen to me express my emotions.
Post my picture on your wall
Display your admiration for me.
Read about me on the blog
Read up on the latest updates about Manafest on the internet.
Go online and get my songs
Stream or purchase his music online.
Buy them all and party on, Yo!!!!!
Support him by buying all his music and partying to it.
I won’t be the one to fall
He's determined to stay strong and not give up.
Follow me I carry on
He wants his fans to look up to him and follow his lead.
Hit you like a sabotage
Manafest's music hits hard and unexpected like a sabotage.
Kick it like I’m at a park
He's putting all his energy into his music as if he's playing at a park.
Get em off, get me lost
He wants to escape his problems and be left alone.
Hide me in this room and lock
He wants to be isolated from the world and wants to lock himself in a room.
The door and toss the key away
He wants to be left alone and not let anyone disturb his privacy.
I’d rather be alone “okay”
He wants to be alone and is okay with it.
A stow away, go away
He's feeling lost and wants to be away from society.
Can’t you see, don’t bother me
He's not in a good place and wants to be left alone.
Get out or I’m gonna freak
He's feeling irritated and threatened and warns others to leave him alone.
Hey I need a place
To get composure
He's looking for a place to be at peace and collect himself.
Now I need, your face
To get me over
He needs someone to help him through this rough patch.
Unbelievable how I stay sober
Manafest is surprised how he manages to stay strong and sober through his struggles.
I can feel Alive,
I'm better cause of you
Having someone to lean on has made him feel more alive and better.
Round and round I tour the globe
He's been touring around the world.
Show to show, I flip the flow
He's been switching up his music style from show to show.
I sip a soda hit the sauna
He's been relaxing and taking care of his body.
Chilling sober still a soldier
He's been able to relax and have fun without alcohol or drugs.
Sister, mother, fatal father,
Fist to sin I finish farther
Despite his family issues and struggles, he's keeping his head and finishing his journey.
It’s like I’m treading water
He's stuck in a tough spot and trying his best to stay afloat.
Sinking and it’s getting darker
His situation is gradually getting worse.
Mr. Mana needs to manage his anger
He realizes he needs to work on his anger management.
His tantrums going bananas
He's been having outbursts lately.
Its random hands in a panic
He’s standing
Ramping up to blow up
He's feeling panicked and agitated and is about to blow up.
The gold rush, is so hush
Yo know what,
I think I’ve had enough
He's had enough of the music industry's competitiveness and cut-throat nature.
Pull me up
I’m getting out here
He wants out of this place and wants someone to help him leave.
I’m out of control
Fear has taken it’s toll
He's feeling out of control and is scared of what the future holds.
I’m going back to my home
Follow me if you want
He's going back to his place of comfort and wants his fans to follow him there.
It’s not easy I warn
But it gets results baby
His journey won't be easy, but he knows it'll be worth it in the end.
Won’t you leave me alone
Oh
He's still feeling the need to be alone and wants others to leave him be.
BRIDGE:
I act like I don’t know you
I crash you’re the first I go to
When I’m down and feeling alone
“I’M BETTER OFF WITH YOU”
He tends to push people away but ultimately needs and relies on them to get through his challenges.
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Sawer DG
Mr. Manafest is back
Fists up in the air attack
This the year I almost cracked
Souvenir among the pack
Tour around because of rap
Wind me up and let me smash
Take me home and put me in
Turn me on and hear me sing
Post my picture on your wall
Read about me on the blog
Go online and get my songs
Buy them all and party on,
Yo!!!!!
I won't be the one to fall
Follow me I carry on
Hit you like a sabotage
Kick it like I'm at a park
Get em off, get me lost
Hide me in this room and lock
The door and toss the key away
I'd rather be alone "okay"
A stow away, go away
Can't you see, don't bother me
Get out or I'm gonna freak
Hey I need a place
To get composure
Now I need, your face
To get me over
Unbelievable how I stay sober
I can feel Alive,
I'm better cause of you
Round and round I tour the globe
Show to show, I flip the flow
I sip a soda hit the sauna
Chilling sober still a soldier
Sister, mother, fatal father,
Fist to sin I finish farther
It's like I'm treading water
Sinking and it's getting darker
Mr. Mana needs to manage his anger
His tantrums going bananas
Its random hands in a panic
He's standing
Ramping up to blow up
The gold rush, is so hush
Yo know what,
I think I've had enough
Pull me up
I'm getting out here
I'm out of control
Fear has taken it's toll
I'm going back to my home
Follow me if you want
It's not easy I warn
But it gets results baby
Won't you leave me alone
Oh
Hey I need a place
To get composure
Now I need, your face
To get me over
Unbelievable how I stay sober
I can feel Alive,
I'm better cause of you
I act like I don't know you
I crash you're the first I go to
When I'm down and feeling alone
"I'M BETTER OFF WITH YOU"
I act like I don't know you
I crash you're the first I go to
When I'm down and feeling alone
"I'M BETTER OFF WITH YOU"
King Kryspi
This album came out when I was either 6 or 7. I am almost 17 now and i’ve been bumping to these tracks to what feels like for ever! I just wanna thank you because your music has helped me get through some tough times.
TACO
This is one of the songs that inspired me to play guitar amd it never gets old
TACO
@Manafest i cant believe you replied thats siiicccckk
Manafest
Rock on dude!
Gabriel Helmet
Epiiic, one of my favorite Manafest songs, great for training. Someone knows the lyrics? my English is very bad ha
Sawer DG
Mr. Manafest is back
Fists up in the air attack
This the year I almost cracked
Souvenir among the pack
Tour around because of rap
Wind me up and let me smash
Take me home and put me in
Turn me on and hear me sing
Post my picture on your wall
Read about me on the blog
Go online and get my songs
Buy them all and party on,
Yo!!!!!
I won't be the one to fall
Follow me I carry on
Hit you like a sabotage
Kick it like I'm at a park
Get em off, get me lost
Hide me in this room and lock
The door and toss the key away
I'd rather be alone "okay"
A stow away, go away
Can't you see, don't bother me
Get out or I'm gonna freak
Hey I need a place
To get composure
Now I need, your face
To get me over
Unbelievable how I stay sober
I can feel Alive,
I'm better cause of you
Round and round I tour the globe
Show to show, I flip the flow
I sip a soda hit the sauna
Chilling sober still a soldier
Sister, mother, fatal father,
Fist to sin I finish farther
It's like I'm treading water
Sinking and it's getting darker
Mr. Mana needs to manage his anger
His tantrums going bananas
Its random hands in a panic
He's standing
Ramping up to blow up
The gold rush, is so hush
Yo know what,
I think I've had enough
Pull me up
I'm getting out here
I'm out of control
Fear has taken it's toll
I'm going back to my home
Follow me if you want
It's not easy I warn
But it gets results baby
Won't you leave me alone
Oh
Hey I need a place
To get composure
Now I need, your face
To get me over
Unbelievable how I stay sober
I can feel Alive,
I'm better cause of you
I act like I don't know you
I crash you're the first I go to
When I'm down and feeling alone
"I'M BETTER OFF WITH YOU"
I act like I don't know you
I crash you're the first I go to
When I'm down and feeling alone
"I'M BETTER OFF WITH YOU"
SHADOW
nice
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James D Hahn
nice rhymes
Manafest
+James D Hahn thanks dude!