1. A Chr… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists that perform under the name Pro:
1. A Christian hip-hop artist from Nashville, TN (Born: Derek Johnson Jr - see full bio below)
2. A hip-hop artist from Burlington, VT (Born Brian McVey - Pro is a Burlington Vermont based MC that has been releasing dependable boom-bap since 2005. As a co-founder of The Aztext, Pro collaborated with Mac Lethal, !llmind, Shuko, Craig G, Wordsworth, and Romanian emcee Doc. In 2018, Pro co-founded GOOD WTHR, which was named as one of Music Connection Magazine's Top Prospects of 2018.)
(Artist #1 Bio)
Pro recalls using a bunk bed as a mic stand before turning 21 and signing a record deal with an independent label...
The appeal of southern Hip Hop has long been country vernacular over crunk beats that keep heads banginβ and bodies movinβ. While the head bangers and dance anthems havenβt ceased, in recent years, authentic Hip Hop and true lyricism have taken a back seat to commercial success. In steps Pro; while not on a mission to resurrect real southern Hip Hop--having been redeemed and commissioned to influence the culture--Pro certainly brings a nostalgia for what was and a hope for what is to come, as part of a greater movement infiltrating Hip Hop with a powerful message.
Born Derek Johnson Jr. in Pontiac, MI, Pro relocated to Tennessee with his mom at a young age, which meant more distance between him and an already detached father. After moving, Pro and his new stepfatherβs relationship was plagued by an ever-growing tension, as he had grown accustomed to being the man of the house and helping to raise his younger sister. Beyond that, he knew his step-dad was consuming drugs while Proβs strict, devoutly Christian mother was juggling a rigorous work schedule and life at home. As Pro watched her struggle, he decided that, once he could, he would save money and become rich through education or music.
Music had always been a part of his environment growing up, as Gospel songs flooded the house and his mom sung in the choir and around the city. But it was Proβs dad, a jazz musician, who would supply him with the inspiration to actually pursue a career in music. When Pro was 12, on a summer visit to his dadβs house, he started rapping about God and adolescence over beats his dad produced with his new ASR-10. That summer, he was also introduced to DJ Quick and 2pac and headed home with a stack of tapes filled with different beats--the stage had been set.
After a visit to Middle Tennessee State University at 15, Pro was convinced that he wanted to enroll in the music program there and someday make his ambitions a reality. His mom joined the cause by buying him his own production equipment; by the time he entered college, he was in a rap duo and had gotten a job to pay for studio time. In relentless pursuit of his dream, Pro recalls using a bunk bed as a mic stand before turning 21 and signing a record deal with an independent label. While on the label, he released a mix tape, but the company folded and life began taking a morbid turn. Removed from the dos and donβts of his strict home, Pro reveled in the forbidden. Music, women and money became idols in his life until βthe season of deathβ woke him up.
Within a short time span, Pro lost his grandfather, grandmother and godmother. As a result, he began to understand that life was fleeting; growing weary, he cried out to God and surrendered his life and talents. Some time later, after forming Reflection Music Group with his friend Doc Watson, he released his debut album The Black Out, on which he wrestled with being East Coast or Southern; and cocky, yet still Christian. The album wasnβt received well within Christian circles, so Pro took a break from rapping long enough to be challenged and influenced by two guys he met at his new church. βLecrae and BJ challenged me to let the Gospel truly affect my heart,β he recalls, and as he did, his perspectives and artistic style were completely changed.
Since then, Pro has collaborated on several noteworthy projects and released PSA, a mix tape he calls his first full-length installment of mature Christian music; Redemption; and PSA Vol. 2. His second album, Redemption, debuted at No. 3 on the iTunes Gospel chart and No.8 on Billboard Gospel, while also topping other mainstream and Gospel charts. With the success of his sophomore album and the growing popularity of tracks he has either produced or been featured on, Pro has established a unique presence in CHH. As the opening act for the βUnashamed Tourβ in 2010, Pro won over audiences around the country with his amplifying performances and gritty lyrics. His latest release, PSA Vol. 2, is the second installment in an ongoing series of topically diverse, sonically evolving and authentically Hip Hop music that also introduces listeners to upcoming Reflection artists.
A self-described blue-collar artist, Pro embraces his ability to get listeners amped, but ultimately, he wants them to feel and be inspired to pursue something greater than themselves. He currently resides in Nashville, TN where he is an active member of Fellowship Bible Church along with his wife. And while his popularity grows with each release, past experiences have taught him that, βPeace is more important than anything,β so his enduring ambition and motivation to continue making quality music is simply to glorify God with his life.
GOD
Pro Lyrics
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TELLS MY STORY:
PURE AIR, PURE LIFE, PURE LOVE
IT WAS GOD'S __ HOLY BREATH
OF LOVE
ONE BREATH __ TO LAST FOREVER.
ONE HOLY SPIRIT, ON ONE__ HOLY NIGHT
GOD'S GIFTED CHILD __ DID SHOUT!
WITHIN MY BODY, TO LAST FOREVER.
PURE AIR, PURE LIFE, PURE LOVE
THAT TELLS MY STORY:
HOW THE IMPOSSIBLE __ BECAME POSSIBLE
AND MOVED MY LIMBS, AND MOVED MY BODY
WITH GOD'S POW'R __ AND GRACE __ IN EACH STEP.
ONE BREATH OF PURE AIR, PURE LIFE, PURE LOVE
TELLS MY STORY:
HOW THE IMPOSSIBLE __ BECAME POSSIBLE
AND MOVED MY LIMBS, MOVED MY BODY
NOT BY TOUCH
IT WAS GOD'S __ HOLY BREATH.
ONE HOLY SPIRIT__ ON ONE HOLY NIGHT.
The lyrics to Pro's song "GOD" describe the experience of an individual who has been impacted by the divine breath of God. The opening line, "One Holy Spirit, One Holy Night", paints a picture of a singular moment in which the singer encounters God's presence. The phrase "One Holy Spirit" suggests a manifestation of the Holy Spirit, while "One Holy Night" could refer to a significant moment in the singer's life, or even to the night of Jesus' birth.
The lyrics go on to describe the impact of this encounter, which includes a sense of purity ("Pure Air, Pure Life, Pure Love") that tells the singer's story. The phrase "God's gifted child did shout" suggests a sense of joy or exultation, and the repeated references to "One Holy Spirit" and "One Holy Night" reinforce the idea that this was a unique and transformative experience.
The final lines of the song suggest that this experience gave the singer the power to overcome obstacles - "How the impossible became possible" - and that it was through God's power and grace that the singer was able to move forward. Overall, the lyrics to "GOD" are a testament to the transformative power of encountering the divine, and the way that this encounter can change a person's life forever.
Line by Line Meaning
ONE HOLY SPIRIT, ONE HOLY NIGHT
The singer recognizes and celebrates the presence of the Holy Spirit on a sacred night.
TELLS MY STORY:
The singer is about to share a personal testimony or experience with the audience.
PURE AIR, PURE LIFE, PURE LOVE
The singer describes a feeling of purity and wholeness associated with God's presence.
IT WAS GOD'S __ HOLY BREATH
The singer identifies the source of the purity, life, and love as a manifestation of God's breath.
OF LOVE
The singer emphasizes that the experience was characterized by a deep sense of love.
ONE BREATH __ TO LAST FOREVER.
The singer suggests that the experience was transformative and enduring.
ONE HOLY SPIRIT, ON ONE__ HOLY NIGHT
The singer repeats the opening line for emphasis, reinforcing the importance of the experience.
GOD'S GIFTED CHILD __ DID SHOUT!
The singer recognizes and celebrates their own identity as God's child, and expresses their joy with exclamation.
IT WAS GOD'S __ HOLY BREATH
The singer reiterates the source of the transformative experience.
WITHIN MY BODY, TO LAST FOREVER.
The singer emphasizes that the experience was personal and enduring, contained within their own being.
PURE AIR, PURE LIFE, PURE LOVE
The singer repeats the same description, underscoring the sense of purity and wholeness.
THAT TELLS MY STORY:
The singer reiterates that the experience is a testament to their personal journey and testimony.
HOW THE IMPOSSIBLE __ BECAME POSSIBLE
The singer describes the transformative power of the experience, which led to a realization of what was once thought impossible.
AND MOVED MY LIMBS, AND MOVED MY BODY
The singer suggests that the experience had a physical impact on their body, perhaps in terms of movement or action.
WITH GOD'S POW'R __ AND GRACE __ IN EACH STEP.
The singer attributes the physical impact to the power and grace of God, suggesting a sense of divine intervention.
ONE BREATH OF PURE AIR, PURE LIFE, PURE LOVE
The singer again emphasizes the importance of the initial experience and its enduring impact.
TELLS MY STORY:
The singer repeats the same phrase, reinforcing the notion that the experience is a reflection of their personal testimony.
HOW THE IMPOSSIBLE __ BECAME POSSIBLE
The singer restates the transformative nature of the experience, this time in more general terms.
AND MOVED MY LIMBS, MOVED MY BODY
The singer repeats this line, further underscoring the physical impact of the experience.
NOT BY TOUCH
The singer clarifies that the physical impact was not the result of external forces, but rather an internal spiritual encounter.
IT WAS GOD'S __ HOLY BREATH.
The singer concludes by again recognizing the source of the transformative experience as God's breath.
ONE HOLY SPIRIT__ ON ONE HOLY NIGHT.
The singer ends the song by repeating the opening line one last time, further emphasizing the significance of the experience.
Lyrics Β© Songtrust Ave
Written by: SANDRA YVONNE SHARPE
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@jakehella1
Amazing song, deep lyrics. Glory be to God!
@giltax14
ONE OF THE BEST CHRISTIAN SONGS EVER MADE
@Blue1999A
"im talking about..." (3x) GOD!!!
@NoInnocentVictim93
How is this guy not more popular? He's gotta be one of the best rappers out there, Christian or secular.
@AetherMoose
ayn1 else feel like this song is like a breath of fresh air? i love it
@cowboicolton2018
I wish it would get remaster
@Petrelepieux
Bless god for this artist
@JCLIFF7
I got 2 get this album! I love the energy he bring on each song!
@fairchildofchrist
I feel the holy spirit in this track!
@BabyDMJ
I LOVE THIS ALBUM:D