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 bangin’ and bodies movin’. While the head bangers and dance anthems haven’t 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 stepfather’s 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 Pro’s 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 Pro’s 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 dad’s 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 don’ts of his strict home, Pro reveled in the forbidden. Music, women and money became idols in his life until “the season of death” 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 wasn’t 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. “Lecrae and BJ challenged me to let the Gospel truly affect my heart,” 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 “Unashamed Tour” 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, “Peace is more important than anything,” so his enduring ambition and motivation to continue making quality music is simply to glorify God with his life.
Hold up
Pro Lyrics
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(Why they hating on me)
(Why they hating on me)
(Why they hating on me)
Woah, Hold up
Wait, Slow up
Woah, Hold up
Wait, Slow up
Wait, Slow up
Woah, Hold up
Wait, Tell me
Why the fuck these niggas hating on me
Why the fuck these niggas hating on me
Oh-why-oh-why-oh-why-oh-why-oh
Why the fuck these niggas hating on me
Why the fuck these niggas hating on me
Oh-why-oh-why-oh
Why the fuck they hate
When they don't make no bread
These pussy niggas contemplate
If they should call the feds
Told your bitch show your ass
Hide your head
I told your bitch what to do
Simon Says
Why-oh-why-oh-why-oh
Bad bitch from Ohio
She know how to chop it up
Like Pico de Gallo
Dead rappers get life
When they read my bio
I'll take your bitch
But I'd never take her down the aisle
Why-oh-why-oh-why-oh
Why these niggas love to hate
These niggas on that monkey shit
Planet of the Apes
I'ma smash your girl, then I'ma skate
Make her do a twirl, figure-8
Woah, Hold up
Wait, Slow up
Woah, Hold up
Wait, Slow up
Woah, Hold up
Wait, Slow up
Woah, Hold up
Wait, Tell me
Why the fuck these niggas hating on me
Why the fuck these niggas hating on me
Oh-why-oh-why-oh-why-oh-why-oh
Why the fuck these niggas hating on me
Why the fuck these niggas hating on me
Oh-why-oh-why-oh
They look at me and feel so envious
A jealous nigga never earned my trust
I'm riding clean your whole team on the bus
Fucking your bitch but she keep it on the hush
Hold up
Hold up
She sucked my dick with a Fruit Roll-Up
Woah
Hold up
You know my diamonds is colder
Hold up
Hold up
So much cash can't even fold up
Hold up
Hold up
Why you can't get your dough up
'Cause you too busy hating on me
Everybody conversating on me
Some anticipate that I won't make it
Others waiting on me
Everybody so debated on me
I just put a finger up like
Woah, Hold up
Wait, Slow up
Woah, Hold up
Wait, Slow up
Woah, Hold up
Wait, Slow up
Woah, Hold up
Wait, Tell me
Why the fuck these niggas hating on me
Why the fuck these niggas hating on me
Oh-why-oh-why-oh-why-oh-why-oh
Why the fuck these niggas hating on me
Why the fuck these niggas hating on me
Oh-why-oh-why-oh
The lyrics to Pro's song "Hold Up" express his frustration and confusion towards the hate he receives from others. He starts off by questioning why these people are hating on him repeatedly, emphasizing his disbelief and frustration. He then talks about how these haters, who are not financially successful, contemplate calling the authorities, indicating their jealousy and lack of success compared to him. Pro also mentions instructing someone's girlfriend on how to behave, further asserting his dominance and control over the situation.
He continues to question the motives of these haters, wondering why they love to hate and engage in negative behavior. He likens them to monkeys in "Planet of the Apes" and boasts about being able to sleep with their girls before leaving. Pro acknowledges that his success makes others envious, and he highlights the fact that he doesn't trust jealous individuals. Despite the hate, Pro remains confident and unbothered, noting that people are constantly debating and talking about him. He ends the song by holding up a metaphorical finger, indicating that he is unphased by the hate and will continue to rise above it.
Line by Line Meaning
(Why they hating on me)
Why are these individuals expressing intense dislike towards me?
(Why they hating on me)
Why are these individuals expressing intense dislike towards me?
(Why they hating on me)
Why are these individuals expressing intense dislike towards me?
(Why they hating on me)
Why are these individuals expressing intense dislike towards me?
Woah, Hold up
Wait a moment, pause
Wait, Slow up
Wait, take it slow
Woah, Hold up
Wait a moment, pause
Wait, Slow up
Wait, take it slow
Woah, Hold up
Wait a moment, pause
Wait, Slow up
Wait, take it slow
Woah, Hold up
Wait a moment, pause
Wait, Tell me
Wait, explain to me
Why the fuck these niggas hating on me
Why are these individuals expressing intense dislike towards me?
Why the fuck these niggas hating on me
Why are these individuals expressing intense dislike towards me?
Oh-why-oh-why-oh-why-oh-why-oh
Oh, why are these individuals expressing intense dislike towards me?
Why the fuck these niggas hating on me
Why are these individuals expressing intense dislike towards me?
Why the fuck these niggas hating on me
Why are these individuals expressing intense dislike towards me?
Oh-why-oh-why-oh
Oh, why are these individuals expressing intense dislike towards me?
Why the fuck they hate
Why do these individuals have such intense dislike?
When they don't make no bread
They don't earn any money
These pussy niggas contemplate
These weak individuals seriously think about
If they should call the feds
Whether they should inform the authorities
Told your bitch show your ass
Instructed your woman to expose her buttocks
Hide your head
Conceal your face
I told your bitch what to do
I instructed your woman on what actions to take
Simon Says
It's like the game Simon Says, where I give instructions
Why-oh-why-oh-why-oh
Oh, why are these individuals expressing intense dislike towards me?
Bad bitch from Ohio
An attractive woman from Ohio
She know how to chop it up
She knows how to have a conversation
Like Pico de Gallo
Similar to the salsa called Pico de Gallo
Dead rappers get life
Deceased rappers receive significant attention
When they read my bio
After they read my life story
I'll take your bitch
I will attract your woman
But I'd never take her down the aisle
However, I would never marry her
Why-oh-why-oh-why-oh
Oh, why are these individuals expressing intense dislike towards me?
Why these niggas love to hate
Why do these individuals derive pleasure from expressing intense dislike?
These niggas on that monkey shit
These individuals are behaving foolishly
Planet of the Apes
Referencing the movie 'Planet of the Apes,' suggesting they are uncivilized
I'ma smash your girl, then I'ma skate
I will engage in sexual intercourse with your woman, then I will leave quickly
Make her do a twirl, figure-8
Make her spin and move in a curvaceous manner
Woah, Hold up
Wait a moment, pause
Wait, Slow up
Wait, take it slow
Woah, Hold up
Wait a moment, pause
Wait, Slow up
Wait, take it slow
Woah, Hold up
Wait a moment, pause
Wait, Slow up
Wait, take it slow
Woah, Hold up
Wait a moment, pause
Wait, Tell me
Wait, explain to me
Why the fuck these niggas hating on me
Why are these individuals expressing intense dislike towards me?
Why the fuck these niggas hating on me
Why are these individuals expressing intense dislike towards me?
Oh-why-oh-why-oh-why-oh-why-oh
Oh, why are these individuals expressing intense dislike towards me?
Why the fuck these niggas hating on me
Why are these individuals expressing intense dislike towards me?
Why the fuck these niggas hating on me
Why are these individuals expressing intense dislike towards me?
Oh-why-oh-why-oh
Oh, why are these individuals expressing intense dislike towards me?
They look at me and feel so envious
They observe me and experience intense jealousy
A jealous nigga never earned my trust
An envious individual never gained my confidence
I'm riding clean your whole team on the bus
I am looking great while your entire team is considered inferior
Fucking your bitch but she keep it on the hush
Engaging in sexual activity with your woman, but she keeps it a secret
Hold up
Wait a moment, pause
Hold up
Wait a moment, pause
She sucked my dick with a Fruit Roll-Up
She performed oral sex on me using a Fruit Roll-Up wrapper
Woah
Wait a moment, pause
Hold up
Wait a moment, pause
You know my diamonds is colder
You are aware that my diamonds are of better quality
Hold up
Wait a moment, pause
Hold up
Wait a moment, pause
So much cash can't even fold up
I have such a considerable amount of money that it cannot be folded
Hold up
Wait a moment, pause
Hold up
Wait a moment, pause
Why you can't get your dough up
Why can't you increase your money?
'Cause you too busy hating on me
Because you are too occupied expressing intense dislike towards me
Everybody conversating on me
Everyone is talking about me
Some anticipate that I won't make it
Some expect that I will not succeed
Others waiting on me
Others are patiently waiting for me
Everybody so debated on me
Everyone is so divided in their opinions about me
I just put a finger up like
I simply gesture with my finger, indicating a dismissive attitude
Woah, Hold up
Wait a moment, pause
Wait, Slow up
Wait, take it slow
Woah, Hold up
Wait a moment, pause
Wait, Slow up
Wait, take it slow
Woah, Hold up
Wait a moment, pause
Wait, Slow up
Wait, take it slow
Woah, Hold up
Wait a moment, pause
Wait, Tell me
Wait, explain to me
Why the fuck these niggas hating on me
Why are these individuals expressing intense dislike towards me?
Why the fuck these niggas hating on me
Why are these individuals expressing intense dislike towards me?
Oh-why-oh-why-oh-why-oh-why-oh
Oh, why are these individuals expressing intense dislike towards me?
Why the fuck these niggas hating on me
Why are these individuals expressing intense dislike towards me?
Why the fuck these niggas hating on me
Why are these individuals expressing intense dislike towards me?
Oh-why-oh-why-oh
Oh, why are these individuals expressing intense dislike towards me?
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Darrien Woodson
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@siphotac-rahsgora4981
Ai ezinye ze zinja 🔥🔥🔥🔥 RIP grootman your music influenced many 😢
@sovereignmashinini
dope verse , from Gimbi, Drew and Pro.
@nomayinianything
It's doesn't get better then ths🔥🔥🔥🔥
@sbusisongwane9511
True legend. King of kasi hiphop