His appeal to rap began at the age of 10 when his father, Kirk Shackleford, (a former emcee himself) wrote Sherrod's first rap. Sherrod fell in love with rap. It was how he expressed himself. He mainly held true to its origins and wrote about positive things. He was mainly influenced by underground rap. It wasn't until later that Sherrod was exposed to mainstream rap.
However, as his life began to change and become more unstable, his writing reflected a more worldly side of his life. He found himself involved in more negativity as the years progressed. However, his mother, Lisa had instilled a sense of greatness and drive in him and Sherrod persevered. Before graduating high school, Sherrod had lived in Illinois, Minnesota and California and had attended 12 different schools.
After his graduation, Sherrod's mother intervened with a decision he calls "instrumental" in changing his life. He enrolled at Alabama A & M University, majoring in Marketing. College life did offer the experience and freedom of independent learning and offered vast opportunities in developing this budding entrepreneur. However, college life does not oft demand excellence in morality and Sherrod found himself immersed in a life void of God.
One fateful day in 2000, his life changed when Jesus Christ became very real to him. "I was able to clearly see the deception in the world. I recognized things that I had once seen as fun to be traps and pitfalls. I knew that following God was the only thing that would ensure peace and strength" he says. Though he continued to persevere in the endeavor to becoming a disciple of Christ, life continued to go on. He found that his desire to rap had not died. Sherrod was once prophesied to and was told that he would continue in music, but it would be unto the Lord.
As the Lord continued to show favor in his life, Sherrod blossomed. He married his sweetheart, in 2002 and witnessed the birth of his first son in 2003. He began to fulfill his entrepreneurial call and began his own small business and became an ordained minister in 2003. Before the end of that year, Viktory or Vik was born.
The Lord continued to show favor in Sherrod's life. As he led out in a Bible study, the group grew from 4 to over 80 regular attendees - one of the largest Bible study groups on Alabama A & M's campus.
Viktory has ministered and performed in various settings, world wide and has shared the stage with the likes of Vicki Winans, Marvin Winans, Jr., KJ52, William Murphy and Smokie Norful.
Viktory released his first independent project in 2003, called "First of Many", and it was the only album to ever get a 5 star rating from www.hiphopgateway.com and was acclaimed by www.gospelflava.com. He also appeared on Beatmart Presents: The Best of the Submissions Compilation album and DJ Maj Presents Speckled Goats.
In early 2004, Viktory was presented a deal with EMI/BEC records, but after much prayer, he turned down the offer to follow the Lord's leading exclusively. This decision has proved to be a great blessing.
Though he has been quite successful in his endeavors, he is insistent that it was his mother's constant support and love, intertwined with the Divine hand of God that helps him pursue the unknown.The Lord is free to move and do the miraculous, because Viktory is an avid student of the Word and when the Lord uses Viktory as He sees fit the very essence of John 8:31 comes to life. Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, "If ye continue in my word, [then] are ye my disciples indeed;" John 8:31
Go With Me
Viktory Lyrics
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The lyrics to "Go With Me" by Viktory feat. McKenzie Lockhart are about a person expressing their desire for someone special to join them on their journey. The lyrics use figurative language and imagery to convey the message. The singer describes the ups and downs of life, acknowledging that it can be a difficult journey, but also emphasizing the importance of companionship and the joy that comes from sharing moments with someone special.
The chorus features the repetition of the phrase "Go with me," which is a clear call to the person they are addressing to share this journey with them. The lyrics express a sense of urgency, as if the singer cannot continue on this quest without the person they are addressing. The verses describe the challenges of everyday life, while the chorus emphasizes the potential for joy when shared with someone else.
Overall, the message of the song is one of companionship and the desire to have someone by your side as you navigate through life's ups and downs. It is an uplifting message that celebrates the power of love and the importance of human connection.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm just tryna find the right words to say
I'm struggling to express myself in the perfect way
But every time I kinda lose my way
When I start to talk, I tend to get off track
And you, you look at me and know my heart's in place
You understand me and perceive my earnest intent
My head's a mess, I'm embarrassed
I'm feeling confused and a bit ashamed
Don't wanna shut you out or make you hurry
I don't want to isolate myself or make you feel rushed
But you come through and reassure me
Yet, you provide me with assurance and support
'Baby, It's okay, say what you wanna say'
'It's alright, express yourself however you want to'
Funny how you listen to every word
It's odd how you attend to each and every thing I say
And you don't judge me even when I'm absurd
Moreover, you don't criticize me even when I'm ridiculous
You take my hand and show me I'm worth
You take me by the hand and make me feel valued
Having you with me is the best thing on Earth
Being with you is one of the greatest things that can happen to me
'Baby, let's go, I'll go wherever you need to be'
'Honey, let's go, I'll accompany you wherever you need to be'
No matter what people say or do
Regardless of what others say or do
I feel like I can do anything with you
I feel that I'm capable of anything with you by my side
I trust you with everything that's true
I have faith in you and rely on your honesty
Having you with me is all I ever knew
Being with you is all I've ever known and wanted
'Baby, you're mine and that's all that matters, too'
'Darling, you belong to me and that's all that really matters'
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Mark Colomba
While I battled my self harm issues I listened to this song in order to be comforted. It brought great joy to me and even a few tears. I personally want to thank you Viktory. Your music is inspirational and beautiful. Thank you so much.. God be with you.
Yatziri Flores
I love this song so much. It’s speaks the truth that’s hard to explain. I listen to it over and over and don’t get tired.❤️
IM Tuso
Lost this song years ago, couldn’t remember any words other than “crystal stair” I searched and searched everywhere couldn’t remember anything else about it, found it today by total accident, I had it saved the whole time 😂 God is so good.
Lance Edwards
Every single I hear this song I think of the people I lost and imaginin tht they're smilin and very happy in Heaven worshippin God Almighty...Viktory I pray tht God continue to use u and all the other Christians out there in this world...take care and God bless
TazTipton5
Great music man, keep it coming. #GodOverEverything
Feason Masowa
This music held me down in the early vulnerable days of my faith in college. Glory to God and blessings your way bro. Love from Malawi
Paul Grigg
Love it
Lilly V Gutierrez
This song breaks me every time
Park Parky
Lowkey still fire
Peter Patrocinio
Does anyone know where I can find the instrumental to this?