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shai linne is living proof that God has a wonderful sense of humor. He once told his mom that he would never, ever become a Christian, completely oblivious to the fact that God had chosen him to be a Christian before time began. He doesn't like the spotlight, so God gave him natural gifts that put him on stage as an actor. He doesn't like to be in front of people, so God gave him spiritual gifts that are mostly public in nature. shai has appeared on numerous independent and national Christian Hip-hop releases, including his 2005 full-length debut, The Solus Christus Project. All this from someone who doesn't like hip-hop and never pursued a career in music. Someone in heaven is having a big laugh at his expense. After all this time, shai still doesn't get the joke.
Angelz
Shai Linne Lyrics
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1 (shai linne)
Yo I just got off from work once again my boss is trippin'
He has no idea how often I thought of quittin'
(I) want to tell him to his face what he can do with his job
But I got bills to pay and it's stupid to rob
Yeah I had my ups and downs but all in all I'm still here
Yet something's not clear- I need the ear of my Creator
Because reading the Bible got me asking 'why?' like Jada
In my mouth is the worst taste, 'cause we're a cursed race
Why did God create Adam and Eve in the first place?
An omnipotent God is not dependent at all
Can't nobody tell me He couldn't have prevented the fall
The Word I read it and saw that God, from the foundation
Of the earth had already chose some for salvation
What's up with the rest? I guess they're going to hell
I want to file a complaint but got no one to tell
Because the Christians I know smile like everything's gravy
But deep down inside, I'm angry at the God who made me
The Word of God is cutting me like a poison sword
I'm not sure how much longer I'll be avoiding girls
I've got too much of the world in me to enjoy the Lord
And too much of the Lord in me to enjoy the world
At that moment I peeped my thoughts were growing too deep
I said, "Whatever, I'm smoking some weed and going to sleep"
2 (shai linne)
As I tossed and turned in my slumber
I was lost in fervent wonder
Because I saw a furnace and heard thunder
I couldn't believe it, in front of me now I was seeing
Not one but two mighty, powerful beings
And nothing that man can tell in pictures
Could ever prepare my eyes to behold these angelic figures
An angel and a demon, I thought I was dead
But then demon opened his mouth and this is what he said:
3 (evangel)
We want to have your faith disturbed- get mad and hate to serve your Boss-
Behind the scenes we agitate your nerves
With demonic schemes- We'll put holes 'til we took sole
Control of your good soul or gained a foothold
You know the likes of this:
Hell's angels- demons, and not the motorcyclists
I want to bring you down like detox, I've been around for epochs
Please stop asking 'Why' like that cat from D-block
We learned our lesson- we sinned in His sight
Now we living in fright because we have spurned His blessings
It's absurd to question- I've been in His light
Now I fight His infinite might with a third of heaven
We assemble- read the Memo- we also believe and tremble although
We'll all go to a place for the unlawful
Justly confined with the devil
Where it's custom designed for us rebels
Where some are called "Christian", They're on a lost mission
'Cause, faith without works needs a mortician
A facade, because I'm from squad that sees Christ
As the Son of God and still won't receive life
Tossed from the heavenlies, a place calm and beautiful
Ecstasy without the street pharmaceuticals
But through God's imputable
Righteousness man gets a life of bliss thanks to the price of Christ's crucible
Wow, You know story
We'll get the crucial judgment that's useful for Jehovah's glory
So while you want to claim faith and trust Jesus' namesake
Make it genuine- or you'll get the same fate
4 (shai linne)
I was gripped with fear when his words hit my ears
I never thought a vision could be this severe
But is this a vision here?
I was more surprised
When right before my eyes
The demon disappeared
I peeped the angel- thought his holiness would bite my head off
Instead he tossed me a bright red cloth to wipe the sweat off
I've never been so afraid- my heart, it was weak
He came closer, looked me in my eyes and started to speak:
5 (timothy brindle)
Since man's seldom seeing
The truth he can't tell- so hear from this angelic being
A divine messenger
And I don't resemble chubby babies with wings That's a lying replica
I'm a ministering spirit who serves Christ
And those who will inherit eternal life
I've seen all the days of history
Yet I'm still gazing into this amazing mystery
That God would make humans from dirt
And after removing their curse make them a beautiful Church
Have you seen in the heavens to behold His Son
In the immediate presence of the Holy One?
Nah, be thankful kid
Cause sinful humans are unable to see His glorious face and live
And if you're in terror when seeing me
How much more will you be scared of the Deity who created me?
That's why Cherubim and Seraphim wouldn't dare to sin
'Cause they're scared of Him after peering at His face
And no angel has experienced grace
And if I sinned, He wouldn't have saved me
Consider His goodness, you shouldn't be angry
You've lived violently with pride and greed
I've lived entirely with piety
In compliancy to His dynasty
Yet no Messiah has ever died for me
See, I'm right with God 'cause I'm sinless
Men are right with God from forgiveness
I've been shouting His praises for thousands of ages
I bow in amazement at His power and patience
Yet I've encountered He's gracious
Instead of Him devouring pagans, He's vowing to save them
Italians and Asians, bountiful nations
Will worship with me though I never doubted His cadence
And don't be mad at Him because Adam sinned
Us angels bugged out He didn't smash him then
Yeah it's true He allowed the fall of man
But He used it now to exalt the Lamb
The Lord, who's wise, permits existence of sin
To be glorified in His forgiveness to men
So listen, my friend- your complaints are many
If anything, be amazed that He is saving any
Yeah you confess the Lord
But those who truly profess are pure- Make your election sure
Are you saved or not? You're faced with a choice
Please repent to make us angels rejoice
Are you saved or not? You're faced with a choice
So please repent to make us angels rejoice
6 (shai linne)
The angel bounced- I immediately fell on my face
Because I knew God had sent him to me to tell of His grace
I was swelling with praise- I said, "Lord have mercy on me!
You sent your elect angel and one that You cursed to warn me"
My murmurs were persistent- the nerve of this Christian!
Served with this vision even though Your Word is sufficient
I deserve to be loathed for my sinful distrust
And like Your servant Job I repent in the dust
Forgive me for what's occurred in the dark
My doubt and my sin go hand in hand like lovebirds in a park
What I was speaking was hazardous and equally blasphemous
Your glory's more important than creaturely happiness
Jesus you're fabulous! I cling to Your cross to have my sin tossed
Like that fallen angel I should have been lost
Alarm clock went off-
It's just a dream- tempted to doubt
Looked on my pillow- saw a bright red cloth
In Shai Linne’s song “Angelz,” the artist raps about his struggles with being a Christian and dealing with the challenges of life. The first verse begins with him discussing his job and how he wants to quit but needs to pay bills. He then delves into his confusion surrounding the creation of humankind and why God would allow the fall of man. Shai Linne questions if God had already chosen who to save before the foundation of the Earth and why the rest of humanity would go to hell. He feels angry at God for made him and not being able to voice his complaints because the Christians he knows pretend everything is “gravy.”
In the second part of the song, Shai Linne has a vision where he sees an angel and a demon. The demon speaks to him about their mission to agitate and disturb the faith of humans. The angel then speaks to him and reveals that he serves Christ. The angel is amazed at God for creating human beings from dirt and making them a beautiful church after removing their curses. Shai Linne is encouraged to focus on God’s power and grace and not to be angry at Him because of Adam’s fall. The song ends with Shai Linne repenting of his sins and praising Jesus for His grace.
Line by Line Meaning
Yo I just got off from work once again my boss is trippin
I am frustrated with my boss at work.
He has no idea how often I thought of quittin
I have contemplated leaving my job on numerous occasions.
Want to tell him to his face what he can do with his job
I wish to express my grievances with my boss.
But I got bills to pay and it's stupid to rob
I cannot afford to lose my job as I have financial obligations.
Not to mention I'm a Christian- been saved ten years
I am a practicing Christian who has been saved for a decade.
Yet something's not clear- I need the ear of my Creator
I seek guidance from God as something is troubling me.
In my mouth is the worst taste, 'cause we're a cursed race
I am aware that humans are a flawed and sinful race.
Why did God create Adam and Eve in the first place?
I question God's intention behind creating Adam and Eve.
An omnipotent God is not dependent at all
I believe that God is all-powerful and not in need of anything.
Can't nobody tell me He couldn't have prevented the fall
I believe that God had the power to prevent the fall of humanity.
The Word I read it and saw that God, from the foundation
My understanding from reading the Bible is that God predestined some individuals for salvation.
Of the earth had already chose some for salvation
God made the decision to save some individuals before the foundation of the earth.
What's up with the rest? I guess they're going to hell
I fear that those not predestined for salvation will be condemned to hell.
I want to file a complaint but got no one to tell
I feel alone with my grievances about God's perceived injustices.
The Word of God is cutting me like a poison sword
The teachings of the Bible are causing me emotional distress.
I'm not sure how much longer I'll be avoiding girls
I struggle with avoiding sexual temptation and sin.
I've got too much of the world in me to enjoy the Lord
My worldly desires are preventing me from fully experiencing my faith.
And too much of the Lord in me to enjoy the world
My Christian beliefs prevent me from enjoying worldly pleasures fully.
As I tossed and turned in my slumber
I was restless and unable to sleep.
I was lost in fervent wonder
I was in a state of confusion and amazement.
Because I saw a furnace and heard thunder
I had a vivid dream about a furnace and thunder.
Not one but two mighty, powerful beings
In my dream, I saw two powerful beings, an angel, and a demon.
I thought I was dead
I believed that my dream was a sign of my impending death.
But then demon opened his mouth and this is what he said:
The demon spoke to me in my dream.
We want to have your faith disturbed- get mad and hate to serve your Boss-
The demon wishes to challenge and disturb my faith.
With demonic schemes- We'll put holes 'til we took sole
The demon intends to cause harm and evoke negative emotions.
Control of your good soul or gained a foothold
The demon seeks dominance over my soul.
You know the likes of this:
This is a common occurrence with demons.
Hell's angels- demons, and not the motorcyclists
The demon is referencing the term 'hell's angels' but stating it applies to actual demons.
I want to bring you down like detox, I've been around for epochs
The demon has been present for an extended period and wishes to harm me.
Please stop asking 'Why' like that cat from D-block
The demon asks me to stop questioning and doubting like a specific person.
Yeah it's true He allowed the fall of man
The angel acknowledges that God allowed the fall of humanity.
But He used it now to exalt the Lamb
The angel believes that God used the fall of humanity to bring glory to Jesus.
So listen, my friend- your complaints are many
The angel acknowledges my grievances and concerns.
Are you saved or not? You're faced with a choice
The angel emphasizes the importance of my salvation and the choices I must make.
Please repent to make us angels rejoice
The angel encourages me to repent to bring joy to the angels and ultimately to God.
I was swelling with praise- I said, 'Lord have mercy on me!
I feel grateful and humbled by the angel's message and seek God's mercy.
You sent your elect angel and one that You cursed to warn me
I acknowledge God's sovereignty in sending both an angel and a demon to warn me.
I deserve to be loathed for my sinful distrust
I acknowledge my sinfulness and lack of trust in God.
And like Your servant Job I repent in the dust
I compare myself to Job and show remorse for my actions.
Your glory's more important than creaturely happiness
I recognize that God's glory is more significant than my temporary happiness.
Jesus you're fabulous! I cling to Your cross to have my sin tossed
I express my love and faith in Jesus and recognize the importance of his sacrifice for my sins.
Alarm clock went off- It's just a dream- tempted to doubt
I wake up from my dream but feel unsure if it was a sign from God.
Looked on my pillow- saw a bright red cloth
I find a bright red cloth on my pillow, which may have been left by the angel.
Contributed by Brayden B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.