Trip slowly recognized that all of his life should be centered around Christ. “One day, I just decided, I’m only doing Christian hip hop. Rappers like Ambassador and Da Truth helped provide a model for how I would begin to do that,” he says. He also had an immense desire to learn and teach the Word of God, so he became a leader in his youth group, and preached his first sermon at age 17.
In 2004, Trip met Lecrae at a concert; months later, after talking and building with each other, Lecrae began to disciple him. While still in high school, Trip was given the opportunity to pen a few devotionals for the Reach Records website that dealt with theological matters and showcased his spiritual maturity.
Trip signed with Reach Records, and his debut album, “If They Only Knew,” hit stores nationwide a few days after his high school graduation. His first full-length album introduced hip-hop fans to his distinct southern sound, unique delivery and gospel-saturated lyrics. That same year, Trip was also featured on the Dove Award-nominated, timeless classic “Jesus Muzik” with label mate Lecrae.
His sophomore album, “20/20,” was released in 2008 and garnered much success, breaking into the Billboard Top 200 and reaching #11 on the Billboard Christian albums chart and #4 on the Gospel chart. Back with his third studio album, “Between Two Worlds,” Trip offers a collection of reflections on life in a fallen world. True to form, his hope is that his reflections not only resonate with listeners, but also point to Jesus as the Hero.
Since his first album release, Trip has traveled the world doing concerts for thousands of listeners, and his last three summers have been spent on tours (national and international) with his Reach label mates. His Christ-centered hip-hop message has also built a platform for him among churches and other Christian organizations, which has led to numerous opportunities to preach and teach at conferences and other events.
Trip now resides in Philadelphia, PA with his wife and is pursuing a degree in Biblical Studies at Philadelphia Biblical University. He is the leader of the small groups ministry at Epiphany Fellowship, where he also preaches and teaches when called upon. Ultimately, his desire is proclaim the grace and beauty of Jesus Christ to anyone that will listen. He hopes that his journey will lead to pastoring a church in the future.
Fallin'
Trip Lee Lyrics
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"William you come and get me I can take away the pain
Come a little closer you got everything to gain"
But I got too much to lose I'm bout to go insane
I been here too many times got my head low
If I gave a dime for every time I'd be dead broke
I feel that battle in my soul the pressure closing in
My passions asking for it passing I can't hold it in
Feeling like throwing in the towel the guilt is closing in
Sometimes I climb the heights but I'm at my lowest sin
Cloaked in deception and overdosing on potent sin
I'm so gone baby wanna be home again
Wanna feel whole again come feel this hole again
Now I'm doubled over with my face in my knees
And decide it's where I wanna be
But there I go again I'm falling
[Chorus]
Face to the pavement
Once again faced with the same sin
(There I go again I'm falling)
I don't think I'ma make it
Don't know how much longer I can take it
(There I go again I'm falling)
So I I'm caught up in this sin
I wonder if I see Your face again
(There I go again I'm falling)
Falling, falling, falling
There I go
Trying to keep it cool I don't wanna lead em playing
But it's hard to block out everything that she be said
Look like keep coming baby just reach out an take my hand
There's no need to feel me all I wanna do is dance
I believe the lie now I'm headed for a door
They have finally got me locked and I'm bout to be the song
Feeling like I'm watched by everybody in the room
Cause they know Imma fake and if not they will soon
Have you ever felt like the walls finna close in
Shackles on your hands and your feet and your dozing
Sleep til the larger key possessed before all of the mess
Sound so beheaded mess with the rest what's left
Is a schizophrenic still where a man once was
Now you get to see the damage your lust does
So now I'm doubled over with my face in my knees
And decide it's where I wanna be
But there I go again I'm falling
[Chorus]
Every time I fall He go 'n pick me up
The Lord is my shepherd homie He go 'n pick me up
I fell into the trap again but He go 'n pick me up
Remind me of His promises in Him I put my trust
I don't never have to give in to the lies
I'm feasting on His word all my sin I do despise
So now I'm down before His throne praying on my knees
Asking Lord give me grace please
I don't wanna be falling
So I gotta face this but I know there's nothing that He can't fix
(I don't wanna be falling)
Looking to the cross where they place Him
Cause I know His grace is amazing
(I don't wanna be falling)
He's covered all my sin
It's gone never to be seen again the
So we're calling
Calling, calling, calling
The song "Fallin'" by Trip Lee is a raw and honest portrayal of the struggle with temptation and sin. In the verses, Trip describes the relentless pull of sin, tempting him with promises of pleasure and escape from pain, while also recognizing that giving in to this temptation will only lead to shame and guilt. He acknowledges his own weakness and lack of self-control, but also reminds himself of his faith in God and the promise of forgiveness and redemption.
The chorus serves as a sort of refrain, with Trip repeating the titular word "falling" to describe his ongoing struggle. The repetition of this word creates a sense of urgency and desperation, highlighting the intensity of the internal battle that Trip is facing.
In the final verse, Trip turns to God for help and acknowledges that he cannot overcome his sin on his own. He expresses his faith in God's power to forgive and redeem, and asks for his grace and guidance. The song ends on a hopeful note, with Trip resolved to keep fighting and seeking God's strength in his struggle.
Overall, "Fallin'" is a haunting and powerful song that speaks to the universal experience of temptation and sin, while also offering hope and encouragement for those who may be struggling with similar issues.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't really want it but it's calling my name
There is temptation that I don't want, but it keeps calling out to me
"William you come and get me I can take away the pain
Come a little closer you got everything to gain"
The temptation is promising relief from pain and benefits if I give in
But I got too much to lose I'm bout to go insane
I am aware that giving in will have serious negative consequences and I feel overwhelmed
I been here too many times got my head low
I have struggled with this temptation many times before and feel discouraged
If I gave a dime for every time I'd be dead broke
I have given in so many times that I would be broke if I had to pay for each time
I feel that battle in my soul the pressure closing in
I am experiencing a struggle within myself and the pressure is mounting
My passions asking for it passing I can't hold it in
I desire to give in, and the desire is growing stronger, making it harder to resist
There I go again no self control again I'm too good at giving in
I am repeating a pattern of lack of self-control and am too familiar with giving in to temptation
Feeling like throwing in the towel the guilt is closing in
I feel like giving up the fight because the guilt associated with giving in is becoming overwhelming
Sometimes I climb the heights but I'm at my lowest sin
At times I seem to have victory over the temptation, but then I fall into it again and feel a sense of despair
Cloaked in deception and overdosing on potent sin
I am being deceived by the temptation and am experiencing its powerful effects
I'm so gone baby wanna be home again
I feel lost and desire to return to a better place, both physically and spiritually
Wanna feel whole again come feel this hole again
I feel incomplete and desire to be made whole again, asking for help to do so
Now I'm doubled over with my face in my knees
And decide it's where I wanna be
But there I go again I'm falling
I am submitting to the temptation, but then realize that it is not where I want to be and am falling into sin once again
[Chorus]
Face to the pavement
Once again faced with the same sin
(There I go again I'm falling)
I don't think I'ma make it
Don't know how much longer I can take it
(There I go again I'm falling)
So I I'm caught up in this sin
I wonder if I see Your face again
(There I go again I'm falling)
Falling, falling, falling
There I go
The chorus summarizes the idea of being caught in sin and falling into temptation repeatedly, feeling defeated and unsure of the future
Trying to keep it cool I don't wanna lead em playing
I am trying to maintain my composure and not let others know about my struggle
But it's hard to block out everything that she be said
It is difficult to ignore the words of the temptation and try to resist them
Look like keep coming baby just reach out an take my hand
There's no need to feel me all I wanna do is dance
The temptation keeps making promises and trying to lure me in, acting as if the action is harmless and will bring pleasure
I believe the lie now I'm headed for a door
They have finally got me locked and I'm bout to be the song
I have believed the temptation's lies and am now walking towards a trap, and it is clear that giving in would lead to a negative outcome
Feeling like I'm watched by everybody in the room
Cause they know Imma fake and if not they will soon
I feel like others can tell that I am struggling and being insincere, or that they will find out soon
Have you ever felt like the walls finna close in
Shackles on your hands and your feet and your dozing
Sleep til the larger key possessed before all of the mess
Sound so beheaded mess with the rest what's left
Is a schizophrenic still where a man once was
Now you get to see the damage your lust does
The temptation is suffocating and restricting, causing sleep and chaos. The consequences of giving in are severe and can damage a person's character
Every time I fall He go 'n pick me up
The Lord is my shepherd homie He go 'n pick me up
I fell into the trap again but He go 'n pick me up
Remind me of His promises in Him I put my trust
Even when I give in to temptation, God is always there to help me back up and remind me of His promises to me
I don't never have to give in to the lies
I'm feasting on His word all my sin I do despise
I do not have to believe the lies of the temptation and instead can focus on the truth in God's word, leading me to hate sin
So now I'm down before His throne praying on my knees
Asking Lord give me grace please
I don't wanna be falling
I am humbling myself before God and asking for His grace to help me resist temptation and avoid falling
So I gotta face this but I know there's nothing that He can't fix
(I don't wanna be falling)
Looking to the cross where they place Him
Cause I know His grace is amazing
(I don't wanna be falling)
He's covered all my sin
It's gone never to be seen again the
So we're calling
Calling, calling, calling
Although I face temptation, I trust that God can fix it all and that His grace is powerful. He has covered my sin and I am calling out to Him for help
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHRIS MACKEY, JOSEPH RYAN PRIELOZNY, NATALIE SIMS, WILLIAM BAREFIELD
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[Verse 1: Trip Lee]
I don't really want it but it's calling my name
"William you come and get me I can take away the pain
Come a little closer you got everything to gain"
But I got too much to lose I'm bout to go insane
I been here too many times got my head low
If I gave a dime for every time I'd be dead broke
I feel that battle in my soul the pressure closing in
My passions asking for a pass and I can't hold it in
There I go again no self control again I'm too good at giving in
Feeling like throwing in the towel the guilt is closing in
Sometimes I climb the heights but I'm at my lowest sin
Cloaked in deception and overdosing on potent sin
I'm so gone baby wanna be home again
Wanna feel whole again come fill this hole again
Now I'm doubled over with my face in my knees
At your side is where I wanna be
But there I go again I'm falling
[Hook: J-Paul & Trip Lee]
Face to the pavement
Once again faced with the same sin
(There I go again I'm falling)
I don't think I'm a make it
Don't know how much longer I can take it
(There I go again I'm falling)
So I'm caught up in this sin
I wonder if I see Your face again
(There I go again I'm falling)
Falling [x3]
There I go
[Verse 2: Trip Lee]
Trying to keep it cool I don't wanna lead em playing
But it's hard to block out everything that she be saying
Look like keep coming baby just reach out an take my hand
There's no need to fear me all I wanna do is dance
I believe the lie now I'm headed for my doom
They have finally got me locked and I'm bout to be consumed
Feeling like I'm watched by everybody in the room
Cause they know I'm a fake and if not they will soon
Have you ever felt like the walls finna close in
Shackles on your hands and your feet and your dozing
Sleep til the logic you possessed before all of the mess
Sound so be headed mess with the rest what's left
Is a schizophrenic shell where a man once was
Now you get to see the damage your lust does
So now I'm doubled over with my face in my knees
At your side is where I wanna be
But there I go again I'm falling
[Hook]
[Bridge]
Everytime I fall He go'n pick me up
The Lord is my shepherd homie He go'n pick me up
I fell into the trap again but He go'n pick me up
Remind me of His promises in Him I put my trust
I don't never have to give in to the lies
I'm feasting on His word all my sin I do despise
So now I'm down before His throne praying on my knees
Asking Lord give me grace please
I don't wanna be falling
[Outro: J-Paul & Trip Lee]
So I gotta face this but I know there's nothing that He can't fix
(I don't wanna be falling)
Looking to the cross where they placed Him
Cause I know His grace is amazing
(I don't wanna be falling)
He's covered all my sin
It's gone never to be seen again
So Your calling
Calling [x3]
Me to You
@roodz_
11 years later and I still get chills.
@lombechewemukulu3767
TIMELESS. AGES GRACEFULLY
@PapaChorizo_
fr. i need Jesus
@tygarner9142
A wise man once said this, "It is said, "Once an addict, always an addict." Jesus said, "Who the Son sets free, is free indeed.""
There is nothing that Jesus cannot fix.
@redeemed9898
Amen. 14 months clean from nasty heroin addiction. Hopeless dope fiend to a dopeless hope fiend. In Jesus name!
@be_an_rm
"I'm a child of God, yes I am"
@jessicacook2815
For real for real though!
@jessicacook2815
AMEN
@bellerose2780
What do you mean by your Words.... "There is nothing that Jesus cannot fix"?
@kasulejerimiah6630
Its beautiful how Jesus is willing to come save us no matter how deep we have fallen.