According to his web site, Branch has been ministering Christian gospel since 1991. He states that his desire is "to be a model and a messenger of the gospel’s transforming power especially (but not exclusively) among the hip-hop generations."
Branch received a bachelor's degree in Bible from Lancaster Bible College and has a master's degree in theology from the Dallas Theological Seminary (DTS). His master’s thesis, "Theological Implications of Hip-Hop Culture", provided the inspiration for his solo album, The Thesis.
Song For You
The Ambassador Lyrics
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People I want you to
Stop toting guns don't shoot. Stop smoking blunts oooooohhh. I've got a song for you.
Syke!! Didn't think it was a slow jam, did ya? Didn't think it was an old man, did ya? I hit ya with Scripture, listen to every word I say. The rapper Ambassador's back like a vertebrae. Focused vertically, hoping for the day. When Biblical sense is more common than courtesy.
I envision this hittin' you in the barbershop. Lyrics rushing like wind like when the Spirit of God was
Dropped. I can see them sisters in the salon.
Dope tunes boom and they stick in your brain. So when I make a dope tune boom I slip you the name.
Jesus Christ, He wants to get in your frame. He owns it but you're like
Homeless, you need Him to slip you some change. And when he does, guess what, life can't stay the same.
And when it does, guess what, Christ can't be to blame.
[Repeat Hook)
People I want you to
Stop trading God for loot.
Don't leave this life a fool, I've got a song for you.
Lord, I don't sing but nothing brings more pleasure.
Than to offer you to awful dudes who worship that thing called cheddar. They've never read of your prophets, gospels, or letters. So, they don't know you're hotter than rockin' four sweaters. But that's the job of the Ambassador. Hit mics 'cause it's life after the casket door. You know the hood ain't used to them theological truths. Philosophers snooze; they think belief in God is for fools. And I'll admit the existence of God is harder to prove. But please believe that Jesus is God and you're cool. We can work on unpackin' the intricate plan. God understands, like women say about a sensitive man. Much sin's in a man, through Adam it got into the fam.
Makin' us all prisoners, like when you get sent to the can. And that's trouble like when Blacks bump into the Klan. But then a infinite hand went and sent us a Lamb.
[Bridge]
1, 2 and we you don't stop.
And we won't quit. If not for you, Lord, we won't spit. We do this for all the hip-hop heads, spit Christ cause He's life for all the hip-hop dead.
(Repeat Hook)
Yeah, you see we want to talk to the culture. I mean, why all the killin' and the fightin', and the fussin' and the drugs, when I've got a song for you.
[Verse Three]
Syke! Aaahhh, the rawness is back. Tell your boys the Lord uses the rawest of raps. The hardcorest of tracks cause hardcoreness attracts. Some hymns are not a good hook like a chorus that's wack. But He's sovereign he can take from the boringest camp, save a thug with the accordion and a Gregorian chant. That's why even though hip-hop is full of ungodliness, God can twist hip-hop around, really it's obvious. Got to be gospel, can't say, "Really it's positive." The rugged cross is the object that we've got to lob to kids, whether they catch it or not. The method is not the main thing long as the right message is dropped. Why not? You're actin' like this surprises y'all. The gospel's flex fit, yes it's one size fits all. From the murderer to the old lady who prays, to the man that's fit as a fiddle or the baby with AIDS.
[Bridge]
1, 2 and we don't stop, and we won't quit. If not for you, Lord, we won't spit. We do this for all the hip-hop heads. Spit Christ cause He's life for all the hip-hop dead.
(Hook)
People, I want you to
Hunger and want the truth.
If there's no want in you,
I've got a song for you.
People I want you to
Hunger and want the truth.
Don't leave this life a fool. I've got a song for you.
The Ambassador's "Song For You" is a powerful and introspective hip-hop track that aims to challenge the negative aspects and behaviors of the culture through a spiritual lens. Through potent lyricism, the artist urges listeners to reassess their priorities and avoid destructive patterns such as gun-toting, drug addiction, and chasing after money. Instead, he invites them to be open to his message and teachings, which are rooted in the Christian faith. He acknowledges that there are misconceptions surrounding faith and that it may be challenging to accept its validity, but he emphasizes that Christ's teachings are meant for all, from the most hardened criminal to the most vulnerable individuals. Ultimately, the Ambassador's goal is to make listeners recognize that they are not living up to their full potential without God in their lives.
The song's bridge emphasizes the importance of hip-hop as a means of spreading the Gospel, where he asserts that even the most hardcore of tracks can attract the most hardened souls. The lyrics communicate the idea that the method of preaching doesn't matter as long as the message is clear, honest, and impactful in reaching people. The Ambassador's delivery of the lyrics is precise, where he delivers his message calmly, letting the weight of the words speak for themselves. The combination of biblical truth and relatable lyrics make for a potent and moving track that anyone can appreciate.
Line by Line Meaning
People I want you to Stop toting guns don't shoot. Stop smoking blunts oooooohhh. I've got a song for you.
The rapper urges people to stop carrying guns and smoking marijuana and presents them with a song for a different perspective.
Syke!! Didn't think it was a slow jam, did ya? Didn't think it was an old man, did ya? I hit ya with Scripture, listen to every word I say. The rapper Ambassador's back like a vertebrae. Focused vertically, hoping for the day. When Biblical sense is more common than courtesy.
The rapper challenges people's assumptions and presents himself as someone who uses scripture to spread a positive message. He hopes for a future where people prioritize biblical teachings over common courtesy.
I envision this hittin' you in the barbershop. Lyrics rushing like wind like when the Spirit of God was dropped. I can see them sisters in the salon. Puttin' The Thesis on with some grease in her palm. Dope tunes boom and they stick in your brain. So when I make a dope tune boom I slip you the name.
The rapper imagines his music being played in places like barbershops and salons. He sees his lyrics spreading like the spirit of God and becoming part of people's daily lives and conversations.
Jesus Christ, He wants to get in your frame. He owns it but you're like Homeless, you need Him to slip you some change. And when he does, guess what, life can't stay the same. And when it does, guess what, Christ can't be to blame.
The rapper urges people to let Jesus into their lives and experience a positive change. He emphasizes that it's not enough to just own one's life, one must actively allow Jesus to make a difference and take responsibility for their own choices.
Lord, I don't sing but nothing brings more pleasure. Than to offer you to awful dudes who worship that thing called cheddar. They've never read of your prophets, gospels, or letters. So, they don't know you're hotter than rockin' four sweaters. But that's the job of the Ambassador. Hit mics 'cause it's life after the casket door. You know the hood ain't used to them theological truths. Philosophers snooze; they think belief in God is for fools. And I'll admit the existence of God is harder to prove. But please believe that Jesus is God and you're cool. We can work on unpackin' the intricate plan. God understands, like women say about a sensitive man. Much sin's in a man, through Adam it got into the fam. Makin' us all prisoners, like when you get sent to the can. And that's trouble like when Blacks bump into the Klan. But then a infinite hand went and sent us a Lamb.
The rapper explains that he enjoys spreading a positive message and introducing people to Jesus. He acknowledges that many people in his community are not familiar with biblical teachings and may not believe in God. He believes that Jesus is God and wants to help people understand the intricate plan of salvation. He also acknowledges the powerful impact of sin on humanity and the need for a savior.
(Repeat Hook) People I want you to Stop trading God for loot. Don't leave this life a fool, I've got a song for you.
The rapper encourages people to prioritize their faith over material possessions and presents them with a song to help them avoid foolish decisions.
Yeah, you see we want to talk to the culture. I mean, why all the killin' and the fightin', and the fussin' and the drugs, when I've got a song for you.
The rapper wants to reach out to people in his community and understand why there is so much violence, addiction, and conflict. He believes that his music and message can make a difference and help people find a better path.
Syke! Aaahhh, the rawness is back. Tell your boys the Lord uses the rawest of raps. The hardcorest of tracks cause hardcoreness attracts. Some hymns are not a good hook like a chorus that's wack. But He's sovereign he can take from the boringest camp, save a thug with the accordion and a Gregorian chant. That's why even though hip-hop is full of ungodliness, God can twist hip-hop around, really it's obvious. Got to be gospel, can't say, Really it's positive. The rugged cross is the object that we've got to lob to kids, whether they catch it or not. The method is not the main thing long as the right message is dropped. Why not? You're actin' like this surprises y'all. The gospel's flex fit, yes it's one size fits all. From the murderer to the old lady who prays, to the man that's fit as a fiddle or the baby with AIDS.
The rapper emphasizes that his music can be raw and hardcore, but still carry a positive message. He believes that even the most unlikely people can be transformed by the gospel message. He emphasizes that the method of spreading the message is not as important as the message itself, and that the gospel is accessible to everyone, regardless of their background or circumstances.
(Repeat Hook) People, I want you to Hunger and want the truth. If there's no want in you, I've got a song for you. People I want you to Hunger and want the truth. Don't leave this life a fool. I've got a song for you.
The rapper urges people to seek the truth and presents them with a song to inspire them to make wise decisions and avoid foolish mistakes in life.
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