Mr. Del's music is widely recognized as Holy Hip Hop, it is laced with beats that range from southern street to east coast bounce. His undeniable energetic flow can be compared to that of many legendary Hip Hop greats, but his message is strong enough to penetrate the soul and edgy enough to catch the attention of youth everywhere.
Mr. Del began writing, drumming and spinning as a child. He has released three albums on his independent label Holy South (of which he is President and CEO). He was nominated for Grammy in 2005 for the "Best Rock Gospel Album" category for his fiery feature "Shake 'em Off" on EMI Gospel's Holy Hip Hop: Taking the Gospel to the Streets, Vol. I. In 2005, Mr. Del fulfilled his dream of being on a major label and inked a deal with EMI Gospel. In August of 2005, this combined venture yielded its first album entitled "The Future". Recently, his second chapter was released entitled "Hope Dealer”
His lyrical style has been featured on music with legendary Hip Hop artist Cheryl “Salt” James of Salt-N-Pepa Fabo of D4L and Gospel artists Kirk Whalum, Lisa McClendon, Out of Eden, Debra Killings and label mate Canton Jones. He has also opened for Kirk Franklin, Tonex and a host of other Gospel greats.
His new album, Thrilla, will be released June 30th, 2009 on his new label deal with Universal Music Christian Group.
Talk
Mr. Del Lyrics
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You haven't seen 6ft under?
I really lost my brother
All I do is look back
Momma say don't play with em
But mom I got that get back
And I ain't tryna slide if I cant walk In with my book bag
This life shit oh you can't play With it
Acting like some hoes
I can't hang with it
My girl tripping in my ear
Saying I can't lay with it
An when Life Talk baby I been Talking back
Like go get that money boy
Get that bag
I gotta talk my shit
Cuz I been the man
Play yo part gotta play it smart
An when you working in the Field
Gotta hide yo heart
I been looking at my dreams
An they don't seem far
(Aye)
Haunted by my past i'm like fuck It hope I make it
We don't need a car baby lets go Take a day trip
World gon mad baby put on yo Lil Bape fit
Taste this
Wake up in the matrix
Space jamming
Jump in yo lil space ship
Let's do the relation
I know we relating
An lately I been going crazy
You help me when I need it
But I'm stuck in a day dream
Play scenes over an over
It drives me crazy
Over and over it drives me Crazy
Over and over it drives me Crazy
Over and over it drives me Crazy
Over and over it drives me Crazy
I really lost my brother
All I do is look back
Momma say don't play with em
But mom I got that get back
And I ain't tryna slide if I cant walk In with my book bag
This life shit oh you can't play With it
Shit I really really thought I had My way with it
(Like whats up…)
The lyrics of Mr. Del's song Talk depict the artist's inner conflict and struggle with the reality of life. The line "You haven't seen 6ft under?" is a direct reference to death and the fact that the artist lost his brother, which has left him with a deep sense of loss and a constant reminder of the fragility of life. The lines "All I do is look back, Momma say don't play with em, But mom I got that get back" suggest that he is dealing with the grief in his own way, but his mother is cautioning him against getting into trouble. He is aware of the dangers but is not afraid to take risks, as he says "And I ain't tryna slide if I can't walk in with my book bag."
The artist's girlfriend is also a source of conflict, as she is trying to be supportive but also cautious, telling him that he can't "lay with it" or be reckless with his life. Despite these conflicting voices, the artist knows that he has to "get that bag," which means he has to hustle and work hard to achieve his goals. He acknowledges that life is tough and that he thought he had it all figured out, but he was wrong. He has realized that he can't trust everyone, as he says "Acting like some hoes, I can't hang with it" and that he has to be careful and protect himself, especially when working in the "Field."
The song also touches on the theme of dreams and aspirations, as the artist dreams of a better life but is haunted by his past. He is unsure of whether he will make it and is stuck in a "day dream" where he keeps replaying scenes over and over again. The line "World gon mad baby put on yo Lil Bape fit Taste this" suggests that the artist is trying to escape from reality by dressing up and taking a trip, but this is just temporary relief from the struggles of life.
Line by Line Meaning
You haven't seen 6ft under?
Have you not experienced death and loss in life?
I really lost my brother
I have tragically lost my sibling
All I do is look back
I constantly dwell on past experiences
Momma say don't play with em
My mother warns me not to engage in risky behavior
But mom I got that get back
But I have the means to retaliate if need be
And I ain't tryna slide if I cant walk In with my book bag
I won't engage in any dangerous situations unless I am fully prepared
This life shit oh you can't play With it
Life is not a game, it is a serious matter
Shit I really really thought I had My way with it
I believed I had full control over my life
My girl tripping in my ear, Saying I can't lay with it
My girlfriend is advising me to avoid certain things
An when Life Talk baby I been Talking back
When faced with challenges, I respond with determination
Like go get that money boy, Get that bag
My focus is on achieving financial success
I gotta talk my shit, Cuz I been the man
I need to speak confidently because I have been successful
Play yo part gotta play it smart, An when you working in the Field
I need to work hard and intelligently in my field
Gotta hide yo heart
I need to protect my emotions and not let them interfere
I been looking at my dreams, An they don't seem far
I see my dreams as achievable
Haunted by my past i'm like fuck It hope I make it
Memories of my past haunt me and I hope to overcome them
We don't need a car baby lets go Take a day trip
We don't need much to enjoy life, let's go on a short adventure
World gon mad baby put on yo Lil Bape fit
The world is a crazy place, dress in your unique style
Taste this, Wake up in the matrix
Experience something new, awaken your senses
Space jamming, Jump in yo lil space ship
Let loose, enjoy your freedom
Let's do the relation, I know we relating
Let's build our relationship, I feel a connection between us
An lately I been going crazy, You help me when I need it
Lately, I have been struggling, but you are my support system
But I'm stuck in a day dream, Play scenes over an over
I am lost in thought, replaying memories in my head
Over and over it drives me Crazy
The repetition of these thoughts is overwhelming
I really lost my brother
The pain of losing my brother is always present
All I do is look back
I can't help but dwell on past pain
Momma say don't play with em
My mother's warnings still ring in my ears
But mom I got that get back
But I am prepared to handle any situation
And I ain't tryna slide if I cant walk In with my book bag
I won't jeopardize myself if I am not prepared
This life shit oh you can't play With it
I understand the seriousness of life
Shit I really really thought I had My way with it
I was confident in my control of my life
(Like whats up...)
A casual inquiry or greeting
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Angel Franco, Jeryme Holguin
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