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."
Will You Catch Me
Manafest Lyrics
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If I fall down
Will you catch me?
If I fall
[X2]
Kicked out of the womb he was forgotten
Step child exiled and then adopted
Cold feet beneath these sheets of cotton
Can't sleep his stomach keeps talking
Passed around from New York to Boston
New school, no family wants him
In the church he prays to God often
Says a prayer with his hands raised calling
Will you catch me if I fall down?
If I fall down
Will you catch me?
If I fall
[X2]
Take this curse out of me
Pull me out of this dream
I need a Saviour tonight
He was a legend in the streets of Compton
No police or brigade could stop him
Hell's Angel out the clouds and fallen
Spent years in a world of Sodom
No prison or family wants him
Born a vagabond losing his conscience
Just a kid turned into a monster
Another lost one calling for father
Will you catch me if I fall down?
If I fall down
Will you catch me?
If I fall
[X2]
Take this curse out of me
Pull me out of this dream
I need a Saviour tonight
The sun will come out tomorrow
The dark will run from the day
You pulled me out of my sorrows
When you call out my name
Will you catch me if I fall down?
If I fall down
Will you catch me?
If I fall
Will you catch me if I fall down?
If I fall down
Will you catch me?
If I fall down
Take this curse out of me
Pull me out of this dream
I need a Saviour tonight
The song "Will You Catch Me" by Manafest is about a person who has faced many difficult situations in their life and is searching for someone who can offer support and comfort. The opening lines of the song ask the question "Will you catch me if I fall down?" which set the tone for the rest of the lyrics. The song explores the feelings of loneliness, abandonment, and vulnerability that can come with growing up without a stable family and support network.
The first verse describes a person who was adopted after being kicked out of the womb and passed around from New York to Boston. The second verse tells the story of a person who becomes a legend in the streets of Compton but is still searching for a connection with someone who can offer support in their life. Throughout the song, the person is asking for a savior to help them overcome their struggles and pull them out of their current situation.
The chorus repeats the lines "Will you catch me if I fall down?" and "Take this curse out of me, pull me out of this dream, I need a savior tonight" which drive home the message of the song. The person is searching for someone who can offer support and help them overcome their struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
Will you catch me if I fall down?
Asking if there is someone to support and help the singer during tough times.
If I fall down
If the singer fails or makes a mistake, they hope someone will be there to catch them.
Will you catch me?
Repeating the question to emphasize the need for support and help.
If I fall
Reiterating the possibility of failure or making a mistake.
Kicked out of the womb he was forgotten
The artist feels neglected and abandoned from birth.
Step child exiled and then adopted
The singer is adopted, but still feels like an outcast in their new family.
Cold feet beneath these sheets of cotton
The singer is anxious and unable to sleep due to their current situation.
Can't sleep his stomach keeps talking
The artist is worried and constantly thinking about their problems.
Passed around from New York to Boston
The artist is moved from place to place without a stable environment or support system.
New school, no family wants him
The artist has to constantly adjust to new situations and environments without a sense of belonging.
In the church he prays to God often
The singer has faith and seeks guidance from a higher power.
Says a prayer with his hands raised calling
The artist is fervently praying for help and support.
Take this curse out of me
The singer is burdened by their current situation and wants to be freed from it.
Pull me out of this dream
The singer wants to escape their current reality.
I need a Saviour tonight
The singer needs someone to help and guide them through their difficult time.
He was a legend in the streets of Compton
The artist had a reputation in a tough environment.
No police or brigade could stop him
The artist was powerful and influential in their community.
Hell's Angel out the clouds and fallen
The singer experienced a great downfall and is in a difficult situation.
Spent years in a world of Sodom
The singer was surrounded by a dark and harmful environment for a long time.
No prison or family wants him
Even with their reputation and status, the artist is still unwanted and unloved by those around them.
Born a vagabond losing his conscience
The artist has lived a life of uncertainty and instability which has caused them to experience moral decline.
Just a kid turned into a monster
The artist's difficult experiences have turned them into someone unrecognizable and frightening.
Another lost one calling for father
The singer is searching for someone to guide and support them.
The sun will come out tomorrow
There is hope for a better future.
The dark will run from the day
Negative experiences and emotions will be overcome by the brighter moments of life.
You pulled me out of my sorrows
Someone has helped the singer overcome their difficult experiences.
When you call out my name
The support and love of another person has helped the singer through their tough times.
Contributed by Madison F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Richie Wildman
such an underrated song
Gerald Steve Medina Rodriguez
This is full brutality!
Sylvia Thomas
Nice
Brittany hartwick
I would always Catch you bro