Demo
Born in Greenwood to finally move to St. Louis he discovered rap at the age of fourteen and when he was sixteen years old he made his first demo.
But Uncle Y as he was called then got involved in crime and the hardships of a streetlife.
Battle
His rap career got a boost by winning a battle from a famous local rapper called L.O.S. of Bullet Proof Records. By that time he started making more contacts in the industry and even doing concerts, this kept him off the streets.
Shocked
When he lost his cousin and long time friend "Tank" Thi'sl was shocked and asked God why? Taking this route he met Flame on an evangelizing event in his neighbourhood.
Friend
Flame would become his friend and collegue in holyhiphop. Thi'sl took a year and a half to study the bible and made the choice to rap the gospel and be an instrument of God himself by doing concerts at churches, high schools, colleges and prisons.
Ezekiel Project
In 2006 Thi'sl started the Ezekiel Project and released a CD with the same title. Thi'sl sees rap music as an effective ministry tool to reach the youth with the gospel. Churches can buy the CD and hand them out. The vision of the project is based upon Ezekiel 37:4-5.
Release
In 2007 the rapper re-released his 2004 debut album This house I shall Live, with additional new tracks.
New project
The rapper is currently working on his next project "The Chronicles of an X-Hustler".
Thi'sl, on X Hustler music, is from St. Louis. He is a Christian rapper with style influenced by Flame, Cross movement, and Lecrae.
On My Grind
Thi'sl Lyrics
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This your world God
(Haha)
And everything in it
(I see you homie)
I guess they think because
(Ay boss)
We serve You right
We supposed to slack up
(Ay juice)
Now that I know what I'm fighting for
(Let's get it)
Man we go harder
(We on our grind)
Now, ain't going to waste your time
I sure ain't about to let you sit and waste mine
I'm sick of seeing young boys out there dying
You go on and handle yours and I'm going to handle mine
(I'm on my grind)
Ha, ha, ha,
I'm on my, I'm on my, I'm on my grind cousin
I'm on my, I'm on my, I'm on my grind cousin
I'm on my, I'm on my, I'm on my grind cousin
I'm on my, I'm on my, I'm on my grind
Granny told your boy that she was proud of me
That I was off the streets, and her boy was through thugging
I know that granny baby, don't you worry bout nothing
If it ain't bout the Lord then your boy ain't budging
(We ain't moving)
Yeah I never did think myself
The word of God would make your boy wanna two step
But granny told the Lord would meet me, two step
He still working on me granny, through care
I told a homie, we going to take it to the block
And post up in the hood like we still selling rocks
The only difference is, we ain't worried about the cops
Pull on my own, we ain't worried about the shots
Flame told me, go on take it to the streets
There's dudes in the hood that the Lord going to reach
If it means me dying, Lord still send me
We bout to get it in, if it mean no sleep
I'm on my grind
Now, ain't going to waste your time
I sure ain't about to let you sit and waste mine
I'm sick of seeing young boys out there dying
You go on and handle yours and I'm going to handle mine
(I'm on my grind)
Ha, ha, ha,
I'm on my, I'm on my, I'm on my grind cousin
I'm on my, I'm on my, I'm on my grind cousin
I'm on my, I'm on my, I'm on my grind cousin
I'm on my, I'm on my, I'm on my grind
(Let's get it)
I'm on the road headed to another show
I asked the Lord if He send me I'll go
(Send me)
Momma have you seen, gotta worry no more
But the law pulled me over like I'm still selling dough
I told I ain't trying go flip a pound
I'm trying to show them Christ before they put them in the ground
Before the boys catch them, hit them with another round
Since I met the Lord, this the way it's going down
If I'm in your city, take me to the block
Cause Jesus real homie, I'll tell it to the cops
Without a bull horn I'll yell it on the block
I wasn't ashamed when I was out there trying selling rocks
Json told me, go on and take it to the streets
There's dudes in the hood that the lord going to reach
We bout to go hard if it mean no sleep
And we can get it in no rhymes, no beats
I'm on my grind
Now, ain't going to waste your time
I sure ain't about to let you sit and waste mine
I'm sick of seeing young boys out there dying
You go on and handle yours and I'm going to handle mine
(I'm on my grind)
Ha, ha, ha,
I'm on my, I'm on my, I'm on my grind cousin
I'm on my, I'm on my, I'm on my grind cousin
I'm on my, I'm on my, I'm on my grind cousin
I'm on my, I'm on my, I'm on my grind
(Yeah, I'm on my grind man, feel this, get it)
Told me I need to leave the hood alone man, go on let them roll by
But I'm tired of seeing guys die from the 4-5
No lie, I'm praying they get to know God
Saw them on the grind, with the mind of the post-high
I'm in the hood trying to show love to a bunch of cats
(What)
Who be all up in the club blowing buns guns and sex
Screaming life is more than blood runs and money stacks
(Preaching Christ)
Telling bout His blood, and He's coming back
They by the street right, holding on their heat tight
Said tripping, down them, lose their life in a street fight
But knowing they should seek Christ
(Why)
Cause by far, that them jail bars is all you going to get out a street life
Go on take it to them thugs,
GD, Group cliques, and them westside bloods
Even hard head g's, need to see God's love
Cause when the choppers go back, after that, it's the judge
I'm on my grind
Now, ain't going to waste your time
I sure ain't about to let you sit and waste mine
I'm sick of seeing young boys out there dying
You go on and handle yours and I'm going to handle mine
(I'm on my grind)
Ha, ha, ha,
I'm on my, I'm on my, I'm on my grind cousin
I'm on my, I'm on my, I'm on my grind cousin
I'm on my, I'm on my, I'm on my grind cousin
I'm on my, I'm on my, I'm on my grind
The song "On My Grind" by Thi'sl is a motivational track about staying focused on one's goals and purpose despite the distractions and challenges of life. The lyrics emphasize the importance of hard work and determination, especially in the face of adversity. The song opens with a nod to God's sovereignty over the world and a call to action to use one's talents and blessings to make a positive impact.
Thi'sl shares his own personal experiences with overcoming a life of thuggery and violence, and turning towards godliness and spreading the gospel message. He references his grandmother's pride in his transformation, and the importance of putting God first in all things. The lyrics take on a more urgent tone as Thi'sl discusses the dangers that young men face on the streets, and the need for them to hear the truth about Christ's redemption.
The chorus repeats the phrase "I'm on my grind" multiple times, emphasizing the message of perseverance and dedication. The song concludes with a call to action for listeners to share the message of the gospel with their communities, especially those who may be resistant or hardened to the truth.
Line by Line Meaning
(Yeah)
Acknowledging and affirming the power and sovereignty of God in this world.
(Haha)
Showing joy and positivity towards the message being conveyed.
(I see you homie)
Acknowledging someone who is listening or paying attention to the lyrics being spoken.
I guess they think because
Referring to the assumption that people may have that because they serve God, they are meant to slow down or not work as hard.
(Ay boss)
Addressing someone respectfully while continuing the message.
We serve You right
Reinforcing the idea that serving God does not mean stopping one's efforts in life and work.
(You told me they need to hear it like this man)
Acknowledging the importance of sharing this message in a style and format that will resonate with the intended audience.
We supposed to slack up
Asking a rhetorical question to challenge the assumption that serving God means being lazy or not working hard.
(Ay juice)
Continuing to address someone respectfully while conveying the message.
Now that I know what I'm fighting for
Expressing a sense of purpose, direction, and motivation towards serving God in one's work and life.
(Let's get it)
Encouraging and motivating others to join in the mission and work hard.
Man we go harder
Expressing a willingness and commitment to work harder and more intensely towards serving God's mission.
(We on our grind)
Using a classic phrase to emphasize the dedication and hard work towards serving God's goals.
I sure ain't about to let you sit and waste mine
Asserting that time is important and not to be wasted, especially when it comes to the urgent issues of young men dying in the streets.
(I'm on my grind)
Repeating the message of hard work and dedication towards serving God, particularly in reaching out to young men in danger.
I'm sick of seeing young boys out there dying
Expressing a strong feeling of frustration and sadness at the loss of young lives and the urgent need to do something about it.
You go on and handle yours and I'm going to handle mine
Encouraging unity and collaboration towards the shared goal of saving young lives, with each person doing their part.
(Ha, ha, ha,)
Adding levity and humor to the serious message, showing a positive and optimistic attitude.
(Let's get it)
Reiterating the call to action and the sense of urgency.
I asked the Lord if He send me I'll go
Expressing a willingness to follow God's plan and mission, even if it means taking risks or facing adversity.
(Send me)
Asking God to guide and direct him towards fulfilling the mission.
But the law pulled me over like I'm still selling dough
Describing an example of the obstacles and challenges faced while doing the important work of reaching out to young men in danger.
I told I ain't trying go flip a pound
Asserting one's innocence and good intentions, despite being profiled by the police.
I'm trying to show them Christ before they put them in the ground
Emphasizing the importance of spreading the message of Christ and the importance of living a life guided by faith and purpose.
(Preaching Christ)
Reinforcing the message of spreading the word of Christ even in difficult or challenging circumstances.
I'm in the hood trying to show love to a bunch of cats
Describing the work and outreach being done in the community, with a focus on showing love and compassion to those who need it most.
(What)
Responding to a hypothetical question or doubt about the effectiveness of such outreach.
Screaming life is more than blood runs and money stacks
Asserting that life is more meaningful and valuable than just material wealth, and that there is a deeper purpose and meaning to be found through faith and community.
(Why)
Asking a rhetorical question to challenge those who may not understand the need for spreading the message of Christ in the community.
(Let's get it)
Reiterating the call to action and the commitment to hard work and dedication towards this goal.
(Yeah, I'm on my grind man, feel this, get it)
Reinforcing the message and engagement with the audience, encouraging them to join in the mission and feel the urgency.
Contributed by Alexander K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.