Troy, son of a Haitian-American drill instructor turned pastor Alfred Troy, attended Creekside High School. Troy attended Paine College before he fully pursued his career in rap.
Pastor Troy released his first album, We Ready (I Declare War), in 1999. Subsequently, he was featured in several songs by other artists and helped get other up and coming artists get a name for themselves, i.e. Rasheeda/Que bo gold ("do it"), & underground hip-hop producer Joey Cutless, who now produces soundtracks for network television and composes film scores. Ludacris featured Troy on his album Back for the First Time in the song "Get Off Me." In addition, Pastor Troy is also the front man of the rap group D.S.G.B. (Down South Georgia Boys).DSGB originated in Augusta, Georgia. He was also featured on the collaborative album Kings of Crunk by Lil Jon in the song "Throw it Up".Troy and then friend Lil' Jon reached the top of the charts in the south with songs such as "Vice Versa" and "Throw it Up". Since being in the music industry, Pastor Troy has been in public beefs with Master P[1], Lil Scrappy and The BME Click, and Sno, with whom he has since come to terms. In 2002, Troy's album Universal Soldier became popular in the South, especially with the song "Are We Cuttin'" featuring Ms. Jade, which was also featured on the soundtrack for the action film xXx that year. The album debuted at #13 on the Billboard 200. In 2003, Troy appeared on Young Jeezy's 2003 album Come Shop wit' Me on the track titled "GA".
Troy later released one of his more commercial albums, By Any Means Necessary, in 2004. This album featured songs like the hit "Ridin' Big". Following this release, Pastor Troy was released from his Universal contract because of creativity disputes. He then released Face Off, Part II, which addressed some issues with Lil Scrappy and BME, adding new songs, and even remade some of his hits. In 2005, he appeared with Killer Mike on Chamillionaire's track "Southern Takeover" off of The Sound of Revenge.
Pastor Troy released three albums in 2006, starting with Stay Tru, then followed by By Choice Or By Force and Atlanta 2 Memphis, which is a collaboration album with Memphis rapper Criminal Manne. Stay Tru debuted at the Billboard 200 at #150, selling 6,000 copies its first week. Currently, Pastor Troy is signed with two record labels. SMC (Stay Tru, Tool Muziq) and Money and Power Records (Face Off Part 2, Atlanta 2 Memphis)
Pastor Troy owns a Customised Ford F-650 truck, which was highlight on The Raw Report DVD , Vol. 1. He has also been mentioned in two songs by Kanye West: "Get 'Em High" (featuring Talib Kweli and Common): "And I will cut your girl like Pastor Troy / And I don't usually smoke, but pass the 'dro", as well as "'03 Electric Relaxation" (featuring Consequence): "Original rude boy like Pastor Troy/The G-500 is my favorite toy/Cause it don't look like a thug or a hood/But he keep dem gorillas so we still be good." Pastor Troy also just did a deal with Atlanta Base Big Cat Records and is coming out with an album very soon.
Pastor Troy released his 16th solo album entitled Ready For War on June 9, 2009 on Real Talk Ent. Ready For War is Pastor Troy's 2nd album released on Real Talk Ent. The first album Pastor Troy released on Real Talk Ent. was entitled Attitude Adjuster on February 19, 2008.
Troy's song Crank Me Up was also used by the 2008 Notre Dame Football team as a pump up song at practice and before games.
Take Off
Pastor Troy Lyrics
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A sad day for da rap game im about to tell em my name(Pastor!!!!!)
a.k.a they call me megatron da cepracon i flip into a gun and burn one
soon as I duck I go change my disguise my first pump da last thing in his eyes
and I aint thinkin bout no get back I got a army dat can handle dat
matter-a-fact you about to be introduced duck duck duck let loose
his triple fat goose look like cheddar cheese
mention he aint got no cheese then I leave
must aint no I will ride till I die
I put it all on da resume
to come be out da Ga (now say)
chorus:Im ready for take off take off
Im ready for take off (say what)
Im ready for take off take off
Im ready for take off say boss
2x
Verse 2:
They say da rap game like da dope game
I already had a car tell
talkin to my fam on da burned cell
short wit da money we give em hell
every shell
shots rang out all you hear is da dude
comin gureilla it aint no rules
You say you a killa but wont let nuttin die
caught em given mouth to mouth to fly
dats why I am ready for take off
Fillet menoun without da steak sauce
da top of da line dats me Im prime
had da underground on lock since '99
while you was trying to figure out yo style yo image
look what you became a mothaf**kin gimmick
smilen and grinnin you know who you are
problem sit me meet me at da bar
so far its three rappers I like
me,myself,and I and Im tight
and you aint gots to tell me im high
smell the aroma as I pass by
v.i.p everywhere dat I go
soon I as I hit da door they blaze dro
and if I muthaf**kin die today
know dat I had da balls to say
Chorus:2x
In Pastor Troy's song "Take Off," he introduces himself as Megatron, the Ceporacon who can flip into a gun and can burn someone with ease. He is not scared of revenge as he has an army that can handle that, and he is ready to introduce them to his enemies. In the first verse, Pastor Troy talks about his readiness for take-off, and he is ready to leave everything behind in Georgia to pursue his career. He describes himself as a ride or die man and puts everything on his resume before leaving the state.
In the second verse, he compares the rap game to the dope game, which means he already had experience with both. He also emphasizes that he is different from other rappers who are only gimmicks smiling and grinning, and he is not afraid to face them at the bar. He mentions that he is satisfied with only three rappers, and he is one of them. He also emphasizes his luxury lifestyle, including VIP access and the scent of the odor as he passes by people. Despite all these, he is ready to die today, knowing that he is not afraid to speak his mind.
Line by Line Meaning
A sad day for da rap game im about to tell em my name(Pastor!!!!!)
I'm about to debut my music career and become known with my stage name, Pastor Troy.
a.k.a they call me megatron da cepracon i flip into a gun and burn one
People also refer to me as Megatron the Leprechaun as a nickname. I can transform into a gun and shoot anyone who stands in my way.
soon as I duck I go change my disguise my first pump da last thing in his eyes
I'm always cautious and switch my appearance after dodging a bullet. And the first gunshot will also be the last thing the one being shot sees.
and I aint thinkin bout no get back I got a army dat can handle dat matter-a-fact you about to be introduced duck duck duck let loose
I don't have to retaliate as I have a huge army that can take care of all my foes. In fact, you're about to meet your demise; get ready to be hunted down and shot at repeatedly.
his triple fat goose look like cheddar cheese mention he aint got no cheese then I leave
The jacket he's wearing is so bulky that it appears like cheddar cheese. If he doesn't have any money, then I'm leaving him alone.
huffin and puffin got my blood pressure high must aint no I will ride till I die
I'm out of breath and my blood pressure is high because of all the running and chasing. But that won't stop me from pursuing my enemies until I die.
I put it all on da resume to come be out da Ga (now say)
I list all my achievements and experiences on my resume to make it big as a rapper in Georgia. (Now say it with me)
chorus:Im ready for take off take off Im ready for take off (say what) Im ready for take off take off Im ready for take off say boss 2x
I'm prepared to take off and become successful in the rap industry. (Say what) I'm ready to go full throttle and reach for the stars. Say boss, I'm taking flight.
They say da rap game like da dope game
The rap game is often compared to the drug trade.
I already had a car tell talkin to my fam on da burned cell short wit da money we give em hell every shell
I have my car and communicate with my family through a prepaid phone. If we're running low on funds, we'll still put up a fight and use every bullet in our arsenal.
shots rang out all you hear is da dude comin gureilla it aint no rules
The sound of gunshots fills the air, and you'll soon realize that I'm coming in like a gorilla with no rules or mercy.
You say you a killa but wont let nuttin die caught em given mouth to mouth to fly
You claim to be a killer but hesitate to use lethal force. You're taking care of those who are supposed to be dead.
dats why I am ready for take off Fillet menoun without da steak sauce da top of da line dats me Im prime had da underground on lock since '99
That's why I'm ready to soar high and be successful in the rap game. I'm like a prime cut of filet mignon without needing any steak sauce. I've been at the top of the underground rap scene since 1999.
while you was trying to figure out yo style yo image look what you became a mothaf**kin gimmick smilen and grinnin you know who you are problem sit me meet me at da bar
While you were struggling to discover your unique style and image, you turned into a cheap and predictable sellout. I know who you are, and if you've got a problem with me, let's settle it at the bar.
so far its three rappers I like me,myself,and I and Im tight and you aint gots to tell me im high smell the aroma as I pass by
So far, the three rappers I like are myself, me, and I because I'm confident and assured of my own skills. And there's no need to tell me how high I am as my scent gives it away.
v.i.p everywhere dat I go soon I as I hit da door they blaze dro and if I muthaf**kin die today know dat I had da balls to say
Everywhere I go is in VIP status, with weed smoke filling the air as soon as I enter the door. And if I die today, I want people to know that I was bold enough to speak my mind and stand up for what I believe in.
Contributed by Elizabeth V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.