1) An American Rapper… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least six artists with this name:
1) An American Rapper
2) A Post-Punk band from Leamington Spa. Alternative page: Saigon
3) A Swedish heavy metal band
4) A punk band from Orange County, California
5) A Finnish poprock group from the 80s
6) A Swedish group formed in Berlin in 2010 but, at the time of writing, based in Stockholm.
1) Saigon (born Brian Carenard, 1978) is an African-American rapper. Born in Newburgh, New York, He spent his upbringing moving between immediate and extended family members in Spring Valley, New York and Brooklyn as well as parts of New Jersey and Virginia. He cites his mother's inattention towards him due to the new arrival of numerous younger siblings as being the catalyst for his roughly 15-year rebellious period. At age 11 he began selling marijuana and at age 13 he had joined in a neighborhood gang. By the time Saigon reached 15 he had already been involved in at least two shootings for which he received jail time. This would be his home for the majority of the next several years of his life as he was "raised" in the New York Penal System. While incarcerated, he took the stage name Saigon from the influential Vietnam War book “Bloods” by Wallace Terry, which he read while he was serving time in prison.
He is currently signed to Just Blaze's Fort Knox Entertainment record label and is working on his major label debut entitled The Greatest Story Never Told for a November 2006 release, which has now been postponed to a later unannounced date.
He appeared on the second season of the HBO television series Entourage and this is credited as being a big boost to his career to the point where the mainstream U.S. population is beginning to recognize him as opposed to simply his previously small following. He also appears in the third season.
He also performed separate tracks with both Australian hip hop MC Phrase and singer Daniel Merriweather in 2005.
MTV News reported that on January 19th 2006, Saigon was stabbed in the temple with a beer bottle as he left a dinner in the Chelsea section of New York. A man approached Saigon and attempted to steal a chain of his, worth $18,000. When Saigon grabbed it back, a fight started. Saigon, bleeding from the head, tried to hail down a taxi (not wanting to get blood in his Mercedes Benz) but was unable to and drove himself to Bellevue Hospital where he received seventy stitches.
2) Saigon is also the name of an early 80s 3 piece Post-Punk band from Leamington Spa. Their music was released through First Floor Records.
3) Also the name of a Swedish heavy metal band.
4) Punk band from orange County California. Released a self-titled EP in 1981.
5) Finnish pop rock band founded 1980 and disbanded 1985. Made two unsuccessful albums and six singles during their career.
6) Saigon's "Ready For Romance?" was made available on Bandcamp in May 2013. The style is broadly lo-fi indie rock.
Sinner's Prayer
Saigon Lyrics
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Does the Lord hear a Sinner’s prayer?
When I die if I make to the gate will they let me in to there
As I look at this crook in the mirror
With all this dirt on my hair
Does the Lord hear a Sinner’s Prayer?
This is a sinner's prayer
When I die if I make to the gate will they let me in to there
With all this dirt on my hair
Does the Lord hear a Sinner’s Prayer?
[Verse 1: Saigon]
If they wishin' to be dishonest
I think they got they mission accomplished
We still don't know the real definition of Congress
I love the Obama's, Barack and Michelle
But it's been five years, my block still hot as hell
Ain't nobody else gon' say it, I might as well
If you don't like the beat then play this shit acapell'
Somethin' you need to hear, I'm like hte new Makavell'
With a lot to tell, I can change the game by myself
But I said "Fuck all that, I'm finna call Pap"
His phone dead, left him a message to call back
It's all black everything, everything all black
Even our mind frames be taking it all back
You niggas say [?], you disillusion
You read too many books in the pen, and them mo'fuckers confusin' you
Father forgive me for not living so positively
My apologies Lord, please father forgive me
[Hook: Saigon]
Does the Lord hear a Sinner’s prayer?
When I die if I make to the gate will they let me in to there
As I look at this crook in the mirror
With all this dirt on my hair
Does the Lord hear a Sinner’s Prayer?
This is a sinner's prayer
When I die if I make to the gate will they let me in to there
As I look at this crook in the mirror
With all this dirt on my hair
Does the Lord hear a Sinner’s Prayer?
[Verse 2: Papoose]
A sinner's prayer, it's almost over the end is near
Judgemnt day, didn't rush to this moment but did prepare
I couldn't see through the weed smoke, It's getting clear
Good eyes of 20/20 vision peer
Always take my wife's advice that she said in the prison chair
'Cuz the females are very observant and women stare
"You should fear nothin' but God", I didn't care
I said I'd rather die in courage than live in fear
Lied on a stack of Bibles in court, but didn't swear
Both [?] stand in a circle of truth, I'm in a square
Told Rosa Parks that niggas seats are in the rear
Now the White House is the Black House, we livin' there
It's not like I didn't have knowledge I didn't share
Breath life in to the mentally dead, I give 'em air
Ride 'til the wheels fall off, a shirt the quitters wear
Jack it up and change that tyre, we ride with a spare
[Hook: Saigon]
Does the Lord hear a Sinner’s prayer?
When I die if I make to the gate will they let me in to there
As I look at this crook in the mirror
With all this dirt on my hair
Does the Lord hear a Sinner’s Prayer?
This is a sinner's prayer
When I die if I make to the gate will they let me in to there
As I look at this crook in the mirror
With all this dirt on my hair
Does the Lord hear a Sinner’s Prayer?
[Verse 3: Omar Epps]
First off, here's a theory to quote
Tryna hide from the eyes of God is really a joke
No matter your area code, just the various folks
Who wanna walk amongst the King, but they're barely in close, in uh
Masquerade with your blasphemous ways
Claim you masters of the universe but actually slaves
Those shenanigans will get you smacked in your face
Exposed like manikins before they're back on display, get it
Instead of feeding people the truth
They propagandise everything you see on the news, I'm sleeping to [?]
But they can't imprison your mind
You don't need 20/20 to see niggas is blind
[?] from the biblical time
Now is that subtracting or adding to your spiritual crimes
You don't wanna listen nigga close your ears
When you get caught up, the system will devoid your fears
[Hook: Saigon]
Does the Lord hear a Sinner’s prayer?
When I die if I make to the gate will they let me in to there
As I look at this crook in the mirror
With all this dirt on my hair
Does the Lord hear a Sinner’s Prayer?
This is a sinner's prayer
When I die if I make to the gate will they let me in to there
As I look at this crook in the mirror
With all this dirt on my hair
Does the Lord hear a Sinner’s Prayer?
The song "Sinner's Prayer" by Saigon is a contemplative track that grapples with the concept of sin and redemption. The chorus poses the question of whether the Lord hears the prayer of a sinner and if one's sins can be forgiven. The verses reflect on various issues like politics, dishonesty, fear, and the struggle to stay true to oneself.
Verse one is delivered by Saigon, who expresses his conflicted feelings about the real definition of Congress and how the Obama presidency has not been able to bring change to his neighborhood. Saigon also takes pride in his rap skills and states his determination to change the game without compromising his integrity. However, he recognizes his shortcomings and asks for forgiveness from God.
Papoose, in verse two, ponders over the end of his life, his past mistakes, and the efforts he has made to prepare for judgment day. He acknowledges that fear is natural but chooses to live courageously. Papoose has lied in court but has always tried to speak the truth. He intends to breathe life into the mentally dead and be a spare tire for the riders who never quit. Omar Epps in verse three, questions the practice of hiding from God, the misinformation propagated by the media, and the need to open our minds to see reality truly. He speaks of the spiritual crimes one might commit, and how being true to oneself is the only way to redemption.
Overall, the song is a reflection of the artists' introspection and the struggle to identify and rectify their sins. It presents a somber mood with a catchy chorus that stays with the listener.
Line by Line Meaning
Does the Lord hear a Sinner’s prayer?
Questioning if a person's prayer will be heard if they are a sinner.
When I die if I make to the gate will they let me in to there
Asking whether they will be granted entrance to heaven after death.
As I look at this crook in the mirror
Looking at themselves and acknowledging their past sins.
With all this dirt on my hair
Feeling weighed down and guilty about their past actions.
If they wishin' to be dishonest
Noticing that people may be acting dishonestly and succeeding in their goals.
I think they got they mission accomplished
Believing that dishonest people have achieved their goals.
We still don't know the real definition of Congress
Not understanding the true meaning and purpose of the government body.
But it's been five years, my block still hot as hell
Noticing that despite political changes, their community is still experiencing problems.
Ain't nobody else gon' say it, I might as well
Feeling obligated to speak their truth when nobody else will.
Father forgive me for not living so positively
Asking for forgiveness for not living a good and positive life.
My apologies Lord, please father forgive me
Continuing to apologize and ask for forgiveness.
A sinner's prayer, it's almost over the end is near
Recognizing that their time is running out and death is approaching.
Judgement day, didn't rush to this moment but did prepare
Preparing for judgement day and the consequences of their actions.
Both [?] stand in a circle of truth, I'm in a square
Feeling isolated or disconnected from others who are truthful and honest.
It's not like I didn't have knowledge I didn't share
Acknowledging that they had knowledge but failed to share it with others.
Ride 'til the wheels fall off, a shirt the quitters wear
Continuing to persevere and not giving up, even when it's difficult.
You don't need 20/20 to see niggas is blind
Realizing that some people are blind to the truth or the reality of certain situations.
Instead of feeding people the truth
Noticing that people are not being given truthful information.
You don't wanna listen nigga close your ears
Warning people that if they don't want to hear the truth, they should block their ears.
When you get caught up, the system will devoid your fears
The system will not care about or take into consideration a person's fears or concerns when punishing them.
Contributed by Carter T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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omar is fucking nice, delivery, voice, lyricism..
shame i've only heard a couple verses from him
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