He was raised by his mother, Theresa McCall, a struggling parent who raised Vital and his sister Shalon by herself. He first performed at the age of six, singing and acting in a local church play entitled “The Return of The Messiah”. Less than a year later, when Vital was only seven, his mom was shot. Luckily she survived the tragic incident, however, the circumstances forced the three of them to move to Chicago to stay with relatives and friends. He moved back and forth between the two cities until he was twelve-years-old when he moved back to California to attend junior high school.
Prior to starting his solo career Vital wanted to be behind the music scene, writing and contributing by recording demos for other musicians in the Bay Area.
After being persuaded by the many people he met, he released two EP’s in the genre of Hip Hop and R&B. “I never found my true self while doing what the society expected me to do, I never felt at home doing what’s expected”.
Wanting to experiment more with the music he felt was a better reflection of himself he went into the studio to record his first solo album in the summer of 2008. Now, over three years later he is anxiously waiting to let the world hear his music.
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Don't Say No
Vital Lyrics
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Well now death don't have no mercy in this land
He'll come to your house and he won't stay long
Look 'round the room one of your family will be gone
Death don't have no mercy in this land
Death will leave you standin' and cryin' in this land
Death will leave you standin' and cryin' in this land
Look 'round the room one of your family will be gone
Death don't have no mercy in this land
Well death don't give you time to get ready in this land
Well death don't give you time to get ready in this land
He'll come to your house and he won't stay long
Look 'round the room one of your mama will be gone
Death don't have no mercy in this land
Well now death don't have no mercy in this land
Well now death don't have no mercy in this land
He'll come to your house and he won't stay long
Look 'round the room one of your family will be gone
Death don't have no mercy in this land
The lyrics of "Death Don't Have No Mercy" by Vital touch upon the harsh reality of death and its unpredictability. The repetitive chorus, "Death don't have no mercy in this land," serves as a haunting reminder that no one is immune to death's grasp. The verses are filled with vivid imagery describing death's sudden arrival, leaving behind grief, tears and a gaping hole in the family.
The lines "He'll come to your house and he won't stay long" and "Death will leave you standin' and cryin' in this land" are particularly poignant, emphasizing the cruel and unforgiving nature of death, as it shows up unannounced and without warning. The verse "Well death don't give you time to get ready in this land" speaks to the idea that death is inevitable and swift, and that no amount of preparation can truly brace us for its impact.
The song's powerful message reflects upon the fear and sadness that death can bring, but it also serves as a reminder to cherish and appreciate our loved ones while they are still here with us.
Line by Line Meaning
Well now death don't have no mercy in this land
Death is indiscriminate and unmerciful in this world
He'll come to your house and he won't stay long
Death takes people swiftly and unexpectedly
Look 'round the room one of your family will be gone
The aftermath of death results in sadness and loss for those left behind
Death will leave you standin' and cryin' in this land
Death can be emotionally devastating and leave people grieving
Well death don't give you time to get ready in this land
Death can strike without warning, leaving no opportunity to prepare for it
Look 'round the room one of your mama will be gone
Death can take someone as important as a mother, causing great pain and sorrow
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: GARY DAVIS
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