There are three artists with this name:

1) VerBS is a rapper and pho… Read Full Bio ↴There are three artists with this name:

1) VerBS is a rapper and photographer from the Culver City Los Angeles area 1/8 of Los Angeles Rap collective The Swim Team. He came up through the local hip hop circuit in the mid 2000s perfecting his craft countless thursdays at the world famous Project Blowed He has released one EP, entitled The Progress EP in Jan.2008 In june 2009 he Dropped collab Project with Alaskan West coast trans plant Intuition THE BUZZ under the group name Intuition and VerBS.August 2010 He released The Progress EP 2:Fuck yea Man you van here his music and download a bunch of awesome songs at http://verbs.bandcamp.com His influences include Coconut Juice,Ice cube,Common,Phonte,Murs,The cardigans,Metric,The Strokes,One Be Lo,Jdilla,MF DOOM,Mos Def,Jean Grae,Apani B fly,Jayz,Busta Rhymes He has no connection with the artist below, called Knowdaverbs and who is a Christian rapper.

2)Verbs (previously known as Knowdaverbs, real name Michael Boyer II [1]) is a Christian hip hop artist who has achieved respect in the industry. Knowdaverbs has recorded for the Gotee label, home to GRITS and affiliated with dc Talk. He started rapping at the age of twelve,[1] and spent time dancing with GRITS during the mid-'90s. His debut album, The Syllabus (1999), and his second album, The Action Figure (2000) were both fairly successful for gospel rap.

3) Verbs is Nate Terepka, Matt Kirby, Andrew Clinard, Garrett Cook, and Casey Baird. Based out of Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, NY, they play noisy pop tunes. Their debut album, Living Room, is available for free download at their website, http://verbstheband.com/

Trippin
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Examining actions of slaves to self satisfaction
In a circle snakes where saints are a small fraction
Cover my ears an can still hear the fall happenin
I'm body battlin' saddlin' up to keep travelin'
And you are my inspiration many emotions mangle my meditation
And every time I spit I keep tastin' soul preservation
Link with the lord for some life renovation
I keep reservations for conversation

It's hard to harm the lord's well-armed calm kept creation
None felon bomb of a none denomination
A simple servant out here sicken sevens on the nation
My camp or coalition cold crash your congregation
We standing in the light eternal life is what we facin'
And ain't nothing adjacent and can't nothing replace the man
Every time I say amen I feel like I'm trippin

Trippin in any city, county, town, or zipcode
Interstates, highways, byways, backroads
Skylines twinklin' pretty but still look dark
Pushin evil outta these borders and tell it to depart

Hear the cries from famined cities where crime and sin crumble the streets
Where heat waves seek and earthquakes shake the territory
I see my man on the block that goes anywhere the just may blow
Downtown in the middle of the night, neon light bright where there's no windows
Gangs bang with gun and chain until their brains hang out
Then pick another gang to see if they hang so that they can claim they clout
It's where the worth of young youth is getting skewed and reduced
They've been handed the wrong juice and straight lost their innocence
Fatherless dealing with rage fight to escape the shame
Finger pointing ignites the blame, inner bitterness beginsto flame
Not seeing beyond the hood life is automatically lacking
Demons of death on desolate blocks and they're feenin' for destiny jackings
But the news is marvelous, we can start repairing thebreech
Christ came to destroy the works so you can start repairing the streets
And he's looking for people presenting an ultimatum to evil
Threating lethal either leave or simply get drawn off the easel

Trippin in any city, county, town, or zipcode
Interstates, highways, byways, backroads

Skylines twinklin' pretty but still look dark
Pushin evil outta these borders and tell it to depart

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Trippin' by Verbs have a strong focus on the struggles faced by people in various cities and towns across the country, particularly those dealing with crime, violence, and poverty. The opening lines refer to the actions of slaves seeking self-satisfaction, highlighting the struggle and fight for freedom that has been ongoing for centuries. The mention of snakes in a circle where saints are a minority suggests the presence of evil and corruption around every corner, making it difficult for good to prevail. Despite all of this, the artist remains determined to keep moving forward, battling within himself to stay strong and persevere through difficult times. His inspiration for doing so comes from various sources, including his connection with God, the desire for life renovation, and the powerful emotions that accompany his music.

Throughout the song, Verbs touches on various dark and challenging aspects of life in many different areas of the United States. He references famined cities, where crime and sin have taken over, and gangs are fighting for power and recognition. He notes that many young people have lost their way, struggling with issues such as fatherlessness and bitterness, leading them down dangerous paths. Despite all of this, there is hope, and the peaceful and loving nature of God is the key to overcoming these challenges.

Overall, the lyrics of Trippin' offer a message of hope and resilience in the face of adversity, as well as a call to action for people to work together to combat evil and create a better world.

Line by Line Meaning

Examining actions of slaves to self satisfaction
Analyzing how people become slaves to their own desires and interests

In a circle snakes where saints are a small fraction
Living in a world where evil and temptation are widespread and virtuous people are rare

Cover my ears an can still hear the fall happenin
Unable to ignore the negative events and consequences happening around

I'm body battlin' saddlin' up to keep travelin'
Struggling with physical and emotional challenges but determined to keep going

And you are my inspiration many emotions mangle my meditation
Being inspired by someone but struggling with mixed emotions and distractions during prayer and reflection

And every time I spit I keep tastin' soul preservation
Finding a sense of salvation and purpose through music and expression

Link with the lord for some life renovation
Turning to faith for guidance and renewal

I keep reservations for conversation
Being cautious and selective about who to talk to

It's hard to harm the lord's well-armed calm kept creation
Recognizing the universality and value of all of God's creation

None felon bomb of a none denomination
Being a peaceful and non-violent person of faith

A simple servant out here sicken sevens on the nation
Trying to help and heal people amid the chaos and pain in society

My camp or coalition cold crash your congregation
Challenging oppressive and harmful establishments

We standing in the light eternal life is what we facin'
Being committed to living a life inspired by faith and spirituality

And ain't nothing adjacent and can't nothing replace the man
Recognizing one's uniqueness and irreplaceable value as a human being

Every time I say amen I feel like I'm trippin
Feeling a sense of transcendence and fulfillment after prayer

Trippin in any city, county, town, or zipcode
Challenging evil and promoting justice and redemption anywhere, regardless of location

Interstates, highways, byways, backroads
Being present in any aspect of society or culture

Skylines twinklin' pretty but still look dark
Acknowledging the beauty but also the pain and suffering in the world

Pushin evil outta these borders and tell it to depart
Fighting against negativity and injustice, and opposing forces that harm people and society

Hear the cries from famined cities where crime and sin crumble the streets
Seeing and hearing the distress and suffering in impoverished areas affected by crime and wrongdoing

Where heat waves seek and earthquakes shake the territory
Living in places of natural disasters and extreme weather, where people face greater vulnerability and need support

I see my man on the block that goes anywhere the just may blow
Watching people struggle with difficult circumstances and unpredictable situations

Downtown in the middle of the night, neon light bright where there's no windows
Being in an urban environment at night where artificial light is bright to compensate for the lack of natural light

Gangs bang with gun and chain until their brains hang out
Witnessing the harm and violence of gang activity and how it can lead to devastating consequences

Then pick another gang to see if they hang so that they can claim they clout
Seeing how gangs engage in power struggles and use violence to assert dominance

It's where the worth of young youth is getting skewed and reduced
Observing how young people are dehumanized and undervalued in certain environments

They've been handed the wrong juice and straight lost their innocence
Recognizing how external factors and social conditions can contribute to young people losing their innocence and positive outlook

Fatherless dealing with rage fight to escape the shame
Noting how growing up without a father can lead to anger and shame, making it harder to cope with challenges

Finger pointing ignites the blame, inner bitterness begins to flame
Seeing how people blame each other for societal problems instead of addressing root causes, leading to bitterness and division

Not seeing beyond the hood life is automatically lacking
Recognizing how living in certain environments can limit opportunities and perspectives, and how this can be detrimental

Demons of death on desolate blocks and they're feenin' for destiny jackings
Understanding how the exposure to violence and death in certain neighborhoods can be traumatizing and lead to self-destructive behavior

But the news is marvelous, we can start repairing the breech
Realizing that there is hope for redemption and healing, and acknowledging the positive things happening

Christ came to destroy the works so you can start repairing the streets
Affirming how faith and spirituality can inspire positive change in society and empower people to help each other

And he's looking for people presenting an ultimatum to evil
Believing that God seeks people who are willing to stand up against evil in the world and promote goodness and justice

Threating lethal either leave or simply get drawn off the easel
Using strong measures to combat evil and ensuring that it does not influence or dominate people's lives

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: DE SHON BULLOCK, MICHAEL LENEAR BOYER II, OTTO MONTGOMERY PRICE JR., RIC ROBBINS

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