Sanctified
Rick Ross feat. Kanye West & Big Sean Lyrics
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I just worship thee, for all he's done for me
It's a new day, I have been born again
I've been born again, I've been born again
In His spirit, and His name
I'm sanctified!
Lord I testify
He's right by my side
His word is so clear to me
Yeah, yeah
OK all I want is 100 million dollars and a bad bitch
Plus that paper chasin', it done turn me to a savage
Groupies in the lobby they just tryna get established
God, I've been guilty, fornicatin' from my status
All I wanted was 100 million dollars and a bad bitch
Plus that paper chasin', it done turn me to a savage
Groupies in the lobby they just tryna get established
God, I've been guilty, fornicatin' from my status
Niggas be lovin' the old Ye, they sayin' the new Ye, that nigga be spazzin'
But when Ali turn up and be Ali, you can't ever take that nigga back to Cassius
So you can gon' and make them lies, but I'm so sanctified
I don't sweat it, wipe my forehead with a handkerchief
And wash my sins in the blood of Jesus
People sayin', "Ye we need another Yeezus"
Lames try to tell me, "Cut the wilin' out, out"
But who the fuck is you reachin'
Pass me 30 bottles, champagne procession
That's that Holy water, sanctified refreshments
God sent me a message, said I'm too aggressive
Really!? Me!? Too aggressive!?
Feel his blessings wash away my sins
I'm sanctified and, I have been born again
Now I proclaim, hallowed be thy name, oh
All I want is 100 million dollars and a bad bitch
Plus that paper chasin', it done turn me to a savage
Groupies in the lobby they just tryna get established
God, I've been guilty, fornicatin' from my status
Keys to my success, I get new keys and new address
Bitches that I date don't get degrees but they can dress
Felatio's amazin', make grilled cheese for you, the best
Major coke figure, I'm the fresh David Koresh
Soldiers all in Al-Qaeda, new Mercades for cadets
Balmain uniform, you know Donda designed the vest
Double M, that be the Army, better yet the Navy
Baby seen me in that Wraith, wanna have my baby
All I wanted was a hundred million dollars and a bad bitch
Now I want two hundred and menage in my palace
Walkin' out the jeweler with no mothafuckin' balance
Somewhere in Jamaica I'm still holdin' on my chalice
Rims on my Ferrari, my bitch said that I went childish
'Til I fucked the girl, the girl tweeted that I was stylish
When we fucked again, she said "That was just some foul shit"
I walk into the room, you can even hear all the silence
Feel his blessings wash away my sins
I'm sanctified and, I have been born again
Now I proclaim, hallowed be thy name, oh
The lyrics to Rick Ross's "Sanctified" is a unique and intriguing composition that blends elements of traditional gospel music with hip-hop to create a thought-provoking sound. The song is an expression of gratitude and devotion from the perspective of someone who has experienced the miraculous healing power of God's love. The lyrics are filled with religious imagery and metaphors, such as "a few million angels moving around," that evoke a sense of the supernatural.
The song opens with a chorus that repeats the phrase, "I'm sanctified," over and over again, underscoring the idea that the singer has been transformed by his faith. This repetition creates a meditative quality that reflects the introspective nature of religious practice. The lyrics describe a personal relationship with God, highlighting the idea that faith is a deeply personal and transformative experience.
The second verse shifts the focus of the song to more earthly pleasures, such as money and sex. However, the chorus remains unchanged, underscoring the tension between the material and the spiritual. This contrast highlights the singer's struggle to reconcile his secular ambitions with his faith. The bridge, delivered by Kanye West, offers an interesting reflection on the idea of sanctification, suggesting that being "too aggressive" might actually be a sign of divine inspiration.
Overall, the song is an insightful and powerful meditation on the transformative power of faith. It offers a unique perspective on the relationship between religious devotion and worldly desires, underscoring the complexity and richness of the human experience.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a few million angels movin' around me
I feel the presence of God's angels all around me
I just worship thee, for all he's done for me
I worship God for all the good things he has done for me
It's a new day, I have been born again
I have turned a new leaf and started afresh with a new perspective on life
I've been born again, I've been born again
I have experienced spiritual rebirth and transformation
In His spirit, and His name
I have found a new sense of purpose and direction in my life through the guidance of the Holy Spirit and in the name of Jesus
I'm sanctified!
I am righteous and holy in the eyes of God
Lord I testify
I bear witness to the truth and faithfulness of God
He's right by my side
God is always with me and I feel His presence in every moment
I believe it be
I have faith and trust in the promises and teachings of God
His word is so clear to me
I understand and embrace the wisdom and truth of God's Word
OK all I want is 100 million dollars and a bad bitch
I am tempted by worldly desires and pleasures, such as money and women
Plus that paper chasin', it done turn me to a savage
My pursuit of wealth and material possessions has made me ruthless and aggressive
Groupies in the lobby they just tryna get established
I am surrounded by people who are attracted to me for my fame and wealth
God, I've been guilty, fornicatin' from my status
I have sinned by engaging in sexual activities outside of marriage, despite my position and reputation
Niggas be lovin' the old Ye, they sayin' the new Ye, that nigga be spazzin'
People have different opinions about who I used to be and who I am now, and they think I am acting crazy
But when Ali turn up and be Ali, you can't ever take that nigga back to Cassius
I am changing and evolving as a person, and I cannot go back to who I used to be
So you can gon' and make them lies, but I'm so sanctified
People may spread lies and rumors about me, but I am righteous and holy in the eyes of God
I don't sweat it, wipe my forehead with a handkerchief
I am unbothered and unfazed by negative comments or criticism
And wash my sins in the blood of Jesus
I believe that Jesus died for my sins and have faith in his redeeming power
People sayin', "Ye we need another Yeezus"
People want me to return to my old self and create music similar to my album 'Yeezus'
Lames try to tell me, "Cut the wilin' out, out"
People try to discourage me from expressing myself freely and authentically
But who the fuck is you reachin'
I do not care about the opinions or criticisms of others
Pass me 30 bottles, champagne procession
I am in a celebratory mood and want to indulge in excessive drinking and partying
That's that Holy water, sanctified refreshments
I am humorously referring to champagne as 'holy water', implying that I am sanctified while drinking it
God sent me a message, said I'm too aggressive
I believe that God is warning me to tone down my aggressiveness and look at things from a different perspective
Really!? Me!? Too aggressive!?
I am surprised and amused by God's message, and do not believe that I am 'too aggressive'
Keys to my success, I get new keys and new address
My success and wealth enable me to constantly move to new places and acquire new properties
Bitches that I date don't get degrees but they can dress
I am objectifying and devaluing the intelligence and education of the women I date
Felatio's amazin', make grilled cheese for you, the best
I am boastful and explicit about my sexual preferences and pleasures
Major coke figure, I'm the fresh David Koresh
I am comparing myself to a notorious cult leader and drug lord, and glorifying my own criminal activities
Soldiers all in Al-Qaeda, new Mercades for cadets
I am associating myself with a dangerous terrorist group and rewarding my followers with luxurious cars
Balmain uniform, you know Donda designed the vest
I am promoting a fashion brand, and giving credit to my deceased mother for designing a clothing item
Double M, that be the Army, better yet the Navy
I am referring to my rap group 'Maybach Music' as a powerful military force
Baby seen me in that Wraith, wanna have my baby
I am bragging about my expensive car and the effect it has on women
Now I want two hundred and menage in my palace
My desires have escalated, and I now want a threesome with two women in my luxurious home
Walkin' out the jeweler with no mothafuckin' balance
I am spending a lot of money on jewelry and expensive items without regard for my financial stability
Somewhere in Jamaica I'm still holdin' on my chalice
I am referencing a religious symbol, a cannabis smoking device, and implying that I am still connected to my personal beliefs and roots
Rims on my Ferrari, my bitch said that I went childish
I am prioritizing material possessions over a woman's opinion, and being called immature for it
'Til I fucked the girl, the girl tweeted that I was stylish
I had sexual relations with a woman, and she expressed her attraction to me on social media
When we fucked again, she said "That was just some foul shit"
I had sexual relations with the same woman again, and she expressed regret and disgust for it
I walk into the room, you can even hear all the silence
I command attention and respect when I enter a room, and my presence makes everyone uncomfortable and silent
Feel his blessings wash away my sins
I believe that God's blessings have the power to cleanse and purify me from my sins
I'm sanctified and, I have been born again
I have found spiritual salvation and renewal in God's grace
Now I proclaim, hallowed be thy name, oh
I profess my faith in God, and express reverence and respect for His name
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: SEAN MICHAEL ANDERSON, BETTY WRIGHT, KANYE OMARI WEST, WILLIAM LEONARD ROBERTS II, DIJON ISAIAH MCFARLANE, MIKE DEAN, KEN LEWIS
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JEFFY
Thank you for uploading the BEST version of this song, when nobody else would
Mexico
why anybody can't create music like this, this is beautiful moment for rap music
2015898
lol you have no idea how much effort went into this song. DJ mustard worked on the beat for like 3 months, then brought to Kanye who slowed it town to 1/4x the tempo, then went to Syleena Johnson (the singer from all falls down) and had her record the sample in FOUR SEPARATE studio sessions, then SCRAPPED her to go with legendary soul singer Betty Wright at the literally the last minute, and she only did it cuz she's so close with DJ Khaled who begged her on the phone —literally BEGGED her to do it — and she came in at midnight to sing for 15 minutes. That's 3 of the top hip hop producers of all time working together on one beat, plus a singing ICON. Why anybody can't create music like this? That's why
Mexico
@2015898 u kill me bro
jared smith
@2015898 you
dude mcstuff
Here in 2021 and this song will not leave my head. I found it looking through Kanye featrues and it's just unbelievable. That David Koresh line gets me every time and got me listening to all the Rick Ross I can find
Thomas Thompson
Yeah that line was sick
Noah Johnson
MAJOR CULT FIGURE I’M THE FRESH DAVID KORESH these kinds of Rock Ross verses are why I’m such a big fan
Emilio Rodriguez
This record is timeless. Underrated to say the least.