Driven
The Cross Movement Lyrics


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(Phanatik)
Birth date, da dah dash da dah dash now
Now what do I do wit what I have found?
Questions. Life's quintessential quests send
Your five senses through a sensational tests (count em)
To see if you can feel what's real, and once it's felt
You'll savor the taste and the smell (you've heard)
Your nerves begin tingling, your heart beats
Are reachin for life's meanin while arteries rush
A flood of blood through the right course
Givin you life force, this is a gift from life's source
Daily, wit each second deep breaths and
Your feet step in every direction
The search begins, as you work against the clock
The earth again is shocked by another bad creation
I cried too, at birth at first,
But after that, learned that I yearned
As you worked against the way my circuits were wired
Deep inside of me gave me fire
And something that I can work wit
Wantin 100 percent of my personality to urgently sieze reality
Ready to burst if this enemy I burned wit
Was just a tease never to be released
This makes you wonder and wander over yonder
And ponder if you'll ever find out

(Chorus)
What drives you, what makes you feel so alive
You thrive on the desire inside you
Strive to arrive on time due to life's design
While you're minds tryin to find
(2x)

(Phanatik)
As you learn to walk
You march to the rhythm of your own hearts drum
Becomin the best you, bar none
Far from the next man, check your hands for fingerprints
This is jus one of the man things that distinguishes
You, turned to your own frequencies wit
Idiosyncrasies and secrets keys to your kingdom
Or castle, the hastle and strife that life brings
Gets balanced out by good times or nice things
The frightening tight strings of life start to loose
Allowing your kite to fly high like wit true friends
It's stupendous, the rainbow of emotion you feel
Everything from pain to love, hope and more
Opportunities, open doors
Opens your mind eye, to find what you're hopin for
Is it around the corner? Waitin to be seen
Destiny or success to some degree seems
Like this would satisfy that endless appetite inside
For which you sacrifice it all
It calls you answer but it always sends you back for more
Cause you never give it what it askin for
(You ever notice that it always sends you back for
More cause never give it what it's askin for)

(Chorus)

(Phanatik)
As aweet as life is, it's just as short
And it seems like time is up just as you're
Starting to get the hang of the language of love
And things can never remain the way that it was
We long for timelessness, maybe if our accomplishments
Ever delivered what they promised if
Life pleasures were everlasting then Im admittin
This might bring God some competition
But everything is short-lived; forget about fortune forgive
The sportsmen and the actor slash rapper, entertainer
For makin us think that money can sustain us
They're things in life that money can buy
For everything else and empty shell inside
Ask the rich man, left or right?
Wit which head do you carry your treasures to the life after death?
And if he has and answer, I'll man up and
Stand up in Time Square wearin a pink pamper
If a pink panther, can follow clues and solve cases
Then I know that you can all trace this
Everything from family to employement
Is all given to us for our enjoyment
But our job is to find life and define life
Witout going outside of our God
This drives you, each day that you survive through
Life is designed to guide you to Him from day one
Wit each step you come closer to or further away from





(Chorus)

Overall Meaning

The Cross Movement's song Driven is a thought-provoking piece that reflects on the purpose and meaning of life. The first verse, delivered by the rapper Phanatik, illustrates how we are all born and sent on a journey of discovery, an exploration of all our senses to experience the world around us. However, as we grow older, we start to question what drives us and what makes us feel alive. The chorus reinforces this idea of searching and striving for meaning; we thrive on our desires and are constantly trying to arrive on time due to life's design.


Phanatik's second verse speaks to individuality and the uniqueness of every person. We are all wired differently, and it is this variety that makes life interesting. We strive for balance and happiness amidst the obstacles that life throws at us. The final verse encourages us to reflect on what truly matters in life- not money or material possessions, but our relationship with God. The song ends on a note of hope, as we come closer to finding our place in this world and our purpose.


Overall, The Cross Movement's Driven is a powerful reflection of the journey of life and encourages listeners to examine what truly drives them in their own lives.


Line by Line Meaning

Birth date, da dah dash da dah dash now
The starting point of life, which sets in motion a journey of discovery and purpose.


Now what do I do wit what I have found?
The realization that there is an abundance of knowledge and experience in this world and a desire to know how to use it all effectively.


Questions. Life's quintessential quests send
Asking meaningful questions is part of the journey of understanding one's purpose in life.


Your five senses through a sensational tests (count em)
The senses are an important tool in determining what is real and what is not.


To see if you can feel what's real, and once it's felt
The challenge is to differentiate between what is real and what is not, and to remember those experiences.


You'll savor the taste and the smell (you've heard)
Senses like taste and smell can engage with specific memories and emotions.


Your nerves begin tingling, your heart beats
Experiencing something meaningful and profound can be a physical sensation.


Are reachin for life's meanin while arteries rush
Pursuing the meaning of life is an ongoing process that can be energizing and emotional.


A flood of blood through the right course
The physicality of our bodies is the foundation for our emotions and thoughts.


Givin you life force, this is a gift from life's source
Our very existence is a gift from a higher power, and we need to be aware of that fact.


As you work against the clock
Time is something that we need to learn to work with, rather than against.


The earth again is shocked by another bad creation
The world can often be a troubling and chaotic place.


I cried too, at birth at first,
Life is not always easy, even from the very beginning.


But after that, learned that I yearned
The desire to know and understand is an important part of our nature.


As you worked against the way my circuits were wired
Overcoming challenges and limitations is essential to growth and development.


Deep inside of me gave me fire
Having a passion and a drive is important in achieving goals and purpose.


And something that I can work wit
The combination of personal passion and ability is a powerful force.


Wantin 100 percent of my personality to urgently sieze reality
An intense desire to live life to the fullest and achieve one's goals.


Ready to burst if this enemy I burned wit
Feeling that overcoming obstacles is a battle that can lead to a sense of fulfillment.


Was just a tease never to be released
Disappointment and setbacks can be a challenge in staying motivated and focused.


This makes you wonder and wander over yonder
The journey of life can take us to many different places, physically and mentally.


And ponder if you'll ever find out
The question of whether or not we will ever fully understand the meaning of life is a constant presence.


What drives you, what makes you feel so alive
The search for purpose and meaning is what motivates us.


You thrive on the desire inside you
Our hopes and dreams can give us the energy to pursue our goals.


Strive to arrive on time due to life's design
Being punctual and reliable is an important aspect of living a successful life.


While you're minds tryin to find
Our minds are constantly working to understand the world around us and our place in it.


As you learn to walk
The process of growth and development is ongoing throughout our lives.


You march to the rhythm of your own hearts drum
Finding one's own unique path and purpose is essential to living a fulfilling life.


Becomin the best you, bar none
Striving to be the best version of oneself is an important goal in life.


Far from the next man, check your hands for fingerprints
We are all unique and have distinctive attributes that set us apart from others.


This is jus one of the man things that distinguishes
Our individuality is just one aspect of what sets us apart from others.


You, turned to your own frequencies wit
Finding one's own unique voice and perspective is important in living an authentic life.


Idiosyncrasies and secrets keys to your kingdom
Our quirks and eccentricities are what make us who we are and contribute to our success and happiness.


Or castle, the hastle and strife that life brings
Life can be difficult and stressful, but we must learn to navigate those challenges.


Gets balanced out by good times or nice things
There are moments of joy and pleasure in life that balance out the hardships and struggles.


The frightening tight strings of life start to loose
Overcoming fears and anxieties is an important part of personal growth and maturity.


Allowing your kite to fly high like wit true friends
Having supportive and authentic friendships can give us the confidence to pursue our dreams.


It's stupendous, the rainbow of emotion you feel
Experiencing a range of emotions is a natural part of life's journey.


Everything from pain to love, hope and more
Our emotions can span the entire spectrum, from negative to positive, and everything in between.


Opportunities, open doors
Life presents us with opportunities to achieve our goals and find happiness.


Opens your mind eye, to find what you're hopin for
Going through life with an open and curious perspective can help us find purpose and fulfillment.


Is it around the corner? Waitin to be seen
There is always the possibility that something meaningful and life-changing is just around the corner.


Destiny or success to some degree seems
Achieving one's goals and creating a meaningful life is often a combination of fate and hard work.


Like this would satisfy that endless appetite inside
Even when we achieve success, we continue to search for deeper meaning and fulfillment.


For which you sacrifice it all
The pursuit of purpose can require a lot of sacrifice and hard work.


It calls you answer but it always sends you back for more
The desire for fulfillment and purpose is a never-ending pursuit.


Cause you never give it what it askin for
Sometimes we need to adjust our approach and mindset to truly achieve our goals and find fulfillment.


As aweet as life is, it's just as short
Life is brief and it is important to make the most of it.


And it seems like time is up just as you're
Time can seem to slip away quickly, leaving us feeling like we haven't accomplished enough.


Starting to get the hang of the language of love
Understanding and experiencing love can be a complex and lifelong process.


And things can never remain the way that it was
Change is inevitable and a part of the natural flow of life.


We long for timelessness, maybe if our accomplishments
There is a desire to create something that will last for eternity or have a timeless quality.


Ever delivered what they promised if
There is often a sense of disappointment when our accomplishments don't meet our expectations.


Life pleasures were everlasting then Im admittin
If life were perfect and filled with only pleasure and happiness, then we wouldn't be motivated to improve ourselves or our situation.


This might bring God some competition
The idea of living in a perfect world without God is a false notion and something that can never be accomplished.


But everything is short-lived; forget about fortune forgive
We need to remember that nothing in life is permanent and learn to let go of negativity and grudges.


The sportsmen and the actor slash rapper, entertainer
There are many famous people who can influence how we see ourselves and our worth based on their successes and fame.


For makin us think that money can sustain us
The idea that money and fame can bring happiness and fulfillment is a false and dangerous notion.


They're things in life that money can buy
Money can bring temporary pleasure and satisfaction, but it is not the key to long-term happiness and fulfillment.


For everything else and empty shell inside
Without purpose and meaning, our lives can feel empty and unfulfilled, no matter how much money we have.


Ask the rich man, left or right?
Money cannot answer the ultimate questions of life, like the afterlife or the meaning of existence.


Wit which head do you carry your treasures to the life after death?
What truly matters in life is not material possessions, but what will happen after we die and what we have contributed to the world.


And if he has and answer, I'll man up and
Even those who have achieved great success and wealth do not have all the answers or the key to happiness.


Stand up in Time Square wearin a pink pamper
The absurdity of the idea that money can bring lasting happiness is illustrated by the image of someone walking around in public in a diaper.


If a pink panther, can follow clues and solve cases
Even something as seemingly absurd as a cartoon character can be wiser and more insightful than a rich person who is obsessed with material possessions.


Then I know that you can all trace this
If we open our minds and hearts to wisdom and insight, we can find meaning and purpose in even the most unlikely places.


Everything from family to employement
The things that give our lives meaning and purpose can be found in many different areas of our lives.


Is all given to us for our enjoyment
We have been given many gifts and opportunities in life, and it is up to us to appreciate them and find fulfillment through them.


But our job is to find life and define life
Our purpose in life is to explore and discover what gives our lives meaning and purpose, and to define that for ourselves.


Witout going outside of our God
Finding our purpose must be done within the context of our spiritual beliefs and connection to a higher power.


This drives you, each day that you survive through
The search for purpose must be a daily endeavor and a driving force in our lives.


Life is designed to guide you to Him from day one
Our lives are meant to lead us back to God, and finding our purpose is an essential part of that journey.




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