There are at least 2 artists who have recorded under the name "YB".
1) R… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least 2 artists who have recorded under the name "YB".
1) Rock band from South Korea, aka 윤도현 밴드
2) Christian hip-hop artist from Arkansas, United States

2) YB is originally from Pine Bluff, AR, but has spent most of his life on the road, not quite belonging in any one place. Despite a challenging upbringing as one of 8 children in a single mother home, YB found the presence of God at a young age. However, he remained wary of Christianity for many years because of the high commitment he knew it would require following Christ.
In addition to spreading his love for Christ and music as a touring artist, YB also serves as a staple in the community, where he leads outreach opportunities partnering with the local church.

Worth It
YB Lyrics

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This life
I know what it′s like to hear a call and not know how to fight
I know what it's like to live life in the dark
I know what it′s like to dream
I done seen fall apart
I done seen the lowest low
Yeah

But with my God, oh my God
You'll watch everybody glow
If He move you gon' move
You′ll watch everybody go
Even if they take a seat
I could never do a show
I′m not performing
I'm done alarming
I′m out the box to bust the box
It's my new normal
And all the truth it′s black and white you think it's formal
We building walls to stop it all
As if we were never foreign
Weight on weight
Hit like 808s
I toss and turn at night
Prayers wide awake
Through the night shift
I′ve been racing through times when
I am not that driven but I am not in this for mileage

I don't ever know the answer when I go
Sometimes it's hard to see the light but I want every one to know
I don′t ever know the answer when I go
It′s been hard my whole life but I fight
That makes it worth it, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
That makes it worth it, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
I don't ever know the answer when I go
Sometimes it′s hard to see the light but I want every one to know
I don't ever know the answer when I go
It′s been hard my whole life but I fight
That makes it worth it, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
That makes it worth it, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah

Walking with God I know it's worth it
Take one step towards my destiny and one step in my purpose
Can′t let the fear get the best of me
I'm okay with not perfect
But you'll never see Mars if you stuck to the surface
In life
The light
The chance
The fight

But with my God, oh my God
You′ll watch everybody glow
If He move you gone move
You′ll watch everybody go
Even if they take a seat
I could never do a show
I'm not performing
I′m done alarming
I'm out the box to bust the box
It′s my new normal
And all the truth it's black and white you think it′s formal
We building walls to stop it all
As if we were never foreign
Weight on weight
Hit like 808s
I toss and turn at night
Prayers wide awake
Through the night shift
I've been racing through times when
I am not that driven but I am not in this for mileage

I don't ever know the answer when I go
Sometimes it′s hard to see the light but I want every one to know
I don′t ever know the answer when I go
It's been hard my whole life but I fight

That makes it worth it, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
That makes it worth it, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah

Overall Meaning

In YB's "Worth It," the artist reflects on his personal struggles and the comforting support he finds in his faith. He acknowledges the difficulties of life, from feeling lost and unsure of how to fight to experiencing the lowest of lows. He recounts the emotional toll it takes, including restless nights and the weight of the burden he carries. However, he also finds hope and purpose in his faith, rejoicing in the way it empowers him and brings him closer to his destiny. He declares his commitment to continue fighting despite the obstacles, believing that the struggle is worth it.

The repeated reference to "my God" demonstrates how important religion is to YB and how it has helped him through difficult times. The themes of light and darkness are also prevalent in the lyrics, with YB asserting that even in the darkest moments there is always hope and that staying true to your faith will lead to a fulfilling life. The song shows that, for YB, his faith is not just a comfort, but a driving force that gives him the strength to face life's trials.

Line by Line Meaning

This life
The experiences and challenges that come with living

I know what it's like to hear a call and not know how to fight
I've experienced feeling the tug towards something but not knowing how to handle it

I know what it's like to live life in the dark
I understand how it feels to face struggles and difficulties without guidance

I know what it's like to dream
I've dared to envision a better future for myself and others

I done seen fall apart
I've witnessed my hopes shatter and my plans fail

I done seen the lowest low
I've experienced the deepest and most intense pain and despair

But with my God, oh my God
Despite all this, I have faith and trust in a higher power

You'll watch everybody glow
When connected to God, everyone flourishes and radiates with positivity

If He move you gon' move
If God nudges you towards something, you will follow through with it

Even if they take a seat
Even if others are taking a break from working towards their goals

I could never do a show
I cannot pretend or put on a show for others

I'm not performing
I am not trying to impress others or gain their approval

I'm done alarming
I no longer want to cause distress or worry in myself or others

I'm out the box to bust the box
I am breaking free from limitations and boundaries to explore my full potential

It's my new normal
My newfound mindset and way of life is my new normal

And all the truth it's black and white you think it's formal
The truth is clear and straightforward, despite people thinking it needs to be more ceremonial

We building walls to stop it all
We create barriers and defenses to avoid getting hurt or facing challenges

As if we were never foreign
We act as if we don't belong or are not accepted in certain situations or places

Weight on weight
Heavy burdens and struggles piled on top of each other

Hit like 808s
The pain and impact of these struggles feel as intense as a bass drum in a hip hop beat

I toss and turn at night
I struggle to find restful sleep due to my worries and anxieties

Prayers wide awake
I turn to prayer and spirituality to help soothe my mind and soul

Through the night shift
Even during the late hours and early morning, I am working and striving towards my goals

I've been racing through times when
I have been pushing myself forward even during moments when I didn't feel very motivated or focused

I am not that driven but I am not in this for mileage
I don't consider myself to be extremely ambitious, but I am not pursuing my goals for superficial or selfish reasons

I don't ever know the answer when I go
I am uncertain and unaware of what the future holds for me

Sometimes it's hard to see the light but I want every one to know
At times it can be difficult to see hope or positivity, but I strive to encourage others to keep going

It's been hard my whole life but I fight
I have experienced hardship and difficulty for as long as I can remember, but I refuse to give up

That makes it worth it, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Despite the obstacles, the fight and perseverance makes it all worthwhile

Walking with God I know it's worth it
I am confident that having faith and a relationship with God is fulfilling and valuable

Take one step towards my destiny and one step in my purpose
I am taking deliberate and intentional steps towards my goals and the role I am meant to fulfill in life

Can't let the fear get the best of me
I am not going to allow fear to control or dictate my actions

I'm okay with not perfect
I am accepting of my flaws and imperfections

But you'll never see Mars if you stuck to the surface
You won't experience incredible things if you stay comfortable and never take risks or try new things

Writer(s): Brandon Farris

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