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."
Every Time You Run
Manafest Lyrics
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Last night got a little crazy
I don't remember, woke up spun with the pasties
My friends say I was tweaked out,
Passed out on a dirty coach, still in the house
It kind a scares me, I don't know
Am out of control, always waking up still in my clothes
But couldn't find a way, I just cry for days
I'm so depressed, soak in wet, I can't rest
These thoughts just beat me to death I'm un-kept
I thought of a song my mom used to sing in church
But it's been so long I can't remember the words
Chorus:
Every time you run, every time you hide
Every time it hurts, every time you cry
Every time you run away, every time you hide your face
And it feels so far away, I'm right here, with you
Every time you run
Verse II
I keep sleeping in don't want to wake up
I keep hearing from the landlord pay up
Hide my face in my pillow till the sunsets
Hung over and I haven't seen a pay check
I took a job downtown at the factory
I was hired and fired with no salary
I keep running from responsibility
It's seems impossible, the pressure is hitting me
I know I need to man up, or sit down
Stand up and get out of this crowd
I thought of a song my mom used to sing in church
But it's been so long I can't remember the words
Chorus:
Every time you run, every time you hide
Every time it hurts, every time you cry
Every time you run away, every time you hide your face
And it feels so far away, I'm right here, with you
Verse III
Well I know I'm not ready to die, But I've
Sure thought about the meaning of life
Cause I can't seem to find a purpose for me
It's just the choices and I fail to proceed
I got a "get up, get up, get up, get up
Get up, get up, get up, get up, get up
I hear voices in my mind, ones a devil, ones Jesus
I can feel it can you help me find the pieces
Like an angel on my shoulder, you hold the
Joy of the lord raising up a soldier
You gave me the song my mom used to sing in church
I promised not to quit and I remembered the words
I promised not to quit and I remembered the words
Chorus Repeats
The song “Every Time You Run” by Manafest featuring Trevor McNevan of Thousand Foot Krutch is about someone who is struggling to cope with life. The lyrics describe the challenges that the singer faces, including losing control, feeling depressed and helpless, and struggling to keep a job. Despite all of this, the chorus provides a reassuring message that the singer is always there with the listener, no matter how tough things get.
In the first verse, the singer describes the aftermath of a night of partying, where they woke up feeling out of control and unsure whether their actions were safe or not. They are struggling with depression and have a hard time getting a good night’s rest. They feel lost, disconnected from the person they used to be, and are unable to find solace in their faith. The chorus reminds the listener that the singer is always there for them, no matter how far they run. In the second verse, the singer is dealing with job loss and mounting debt. They feel overwhelmed and lost as they try to figure out what to do next. In the final verse, the singer expresses their gratitude for the support they have received from someone who has been a guiding force in their life. They acknowledge that this person has given them hope, and that they are determined to keep pushing forward.
Line by Line Meaning
Last night got a little crazy
The previous night's events were a bit out of control.
I don't remember, woke up spun with the pasties
I can't recall what happened, but I woke up feeling dirty.
My friends say I was tweaked out,
My friends told me that I appeared to be under the influence of a substance.
Passed out on a dirty coach, still in the house
I fell asleep on a grimy couch and didn't leave the building.
It kind a scares me, I don't know
It's frightening to feel like I have no control over my actions.
Am out of control, always waking up still in my clothes
I seem to be losing control, waking up in the same clothing I wore the previous day.
I wrote a note that said goodbye to pain, good bye to shame
I composed a message that declared an end to my suffering and embarrassment.
But couldn't find a way, I just cry for days
Despite my efforts, I still feel haunted by my troubles and weep excessively.
I'm so depressed, soak in wet, I can't rest
My sorrow is so intense that I'm drenched in tears and can't find relief.
These thoughts just beat me to death I'm un-kept
My severe negative thoughts are overwhelming me, and I'm not keeping up with my personal appearance.
I thought of a song my mom used to sing in church
I remembered a tune my mother sang during religious services.
But it's been so long I can't remember the words
Unfortunately, it's been years since I can recall the lyrics.
Every time you run, every time you hide
Each time you try to evade your problems or conceal your emotions,
Every time it hurts, every time you cry
Every instance of emotional pain or crying you experience,
Every time you run away, every time you hide your face
Each time you flee from your difficulties or hide from others,
And it feels so far away, I'm right here, with you
You may feel like a resolution is out of reach, but I promise I'm here to support you.
I keep sleeping in don't want to wake up
I'm continuously oversleeping to avoid facing my problems.
I keep hearing from the landlord pay up
My landlord keeps reminding me to pay my rent, which adds to my stress.
Hide my face in my pillow till the sunsets
I conceal my face in my pillow until the sun sets to avoid confronting my difficulties.
Hung over and I haven't seen a pay check
I'm broke and dealing with the aftermath of alcohol consumption.
I took a job downtown at the factory
I accepted a position in a factory located in the city.
I was hired and fired with no salary
I was brought on board and terminated without compensation.
I keep running from responsibility
I'm frequently avoiding my obligations.
It's seems impossible, the pressure is hitting me
The expectations are overwhelming me, and I feel like it's impossible to succeed.
I know I need to man up, or sit down
I acknowledge that I must either face my challenges or quit entirely.
Stand up and get out of this crowd
It's time to take a stand and leave this current lifestyle behind.
Well I know I'm not ready to die, But I've
Although I'm not prepared to pass away,
Sure thought about the meaning of life
I've definitely contemplated the purpose of my existence.
Cause I can't seem to find a purpose for me
I'm having difficulty discovering my place in this world.
It's just the choices and I fail to proceed
Choosing a path forward is difficult for me, and I'm struggling to make progress.
I got a "get up, get up, get up, get up
There's a repetitive voice in my head urging me to get up and change my behavior.
Get up, get up, get up, get up, get up
The voice repeats the message again and again to motivate me to act.
I hear voices in my mind, ones a devil, ones Jesus
My thoughts are divided between negative and positive influences.
I can feel it can you help me find the pieces
I'm aware that something is missing in my life and need guidance in locating it.
Like an angel on my shoulder, you hold the
You're like a guiding force in my life,
Joy of the lord raising up a soldier
Giving me the courage and strength to face my challenges head-on.
You gave me the song my mom used to sing in church
You reminded me of the song my mother would sing during religious services.
I promised not to quit and I remembered the words
I made a commitment to not give up and recalled the lyrics to the song, giving me a renewed sense of purpose.
Contributed by John B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ekselentofficial
This guy is way too underrated. He deserves so much more attention than he's getting
@nu_mexican
I hear ya but most people don’t like this kind of music because they don’t have morals or feelings
@ImThatMurray91
Truth!
@dragonhippie1017
@@nu_mexican coughs NF coughs
@samanthatruver7074
I agree
@bound2bxtreme
Totally Agree!
@eliasraine8726
This song saved my life. I struggle with depression, anxiety, and am constantly under spiritual oppression. I was walking to a youth group last Wednesday and I was telling God I wanted to die, that I didn’t have the strength or purpose to keep going anymore. It was raining and lightning arced over my head and made me jump out of fear of harm. It was then that a calm voice said inside me, “No, you don’t want to die, you’re just too scared to live”. I walked into the church with these words on my mind and this song came on my Spotify. And the Spirit of the Living God had to have covered me because there was this joy and peace and a comforting voice full of so much love for me that told spoke the lyrics to me. God is with me, with you, no matter the circumstance. He isn’t some distant god waiting to hit you over the head when you do wrong, He loves you and wants to forgive you and pull you close again as if you never sinned. He is faithful, and He wants you and I more than we could ever comprehend. He sent His son to die for you, something that broke His heart, because He wanted us to be able to be with Him, to be reconciled again. So if you’re reading this and in pain please take comfort in knowing that even if we can’t feel God He is always there, pursuing our hearts and asking us to be with Him. You’re never alone.
@OriginalS4VAGE
Thank you man. God bless you
@luissolanodev
These words are just what I needed...
@ziadhammad6091
As a Muslim, your words pulled so hard on my heart strings. Thanks for these words of encouragement. We all need to find inner peace with ourselves in our own way. I felt Allah's presence while reading your words. Bless you my Christian brother😇