Mellyโs career initially started to take off in 2018 when singles such as โVirtual (Blue Balenciagas)โ, โButter Pecanโ, and โ772 Loveโ had begun to gain popularity alongside โMurder on My Mind.โ
On August 3, 2018, Melly released his debut mixtape I AM YOU which included his popular single, โMurder on My Mindโ. It also included a sequel to the song called โMind on My Murderโ.
After leaving the studio with companions YNW Bortlen, YNW SakChaser, and YNW Juvy, on the night of October 26, 2018, Melly and his friends had been caught in a drive-by-shooting where SakChaser and Juvy were murdered. Melly and Bortlen were the only survivors of the attack.
While working on his sophomore mixtape, after the death of his friends, Melly had gained more attention and began to obtain cosigns from several rappers such as Young Thug, Trippie Redd, and Kodak Black. However, on January 3, 2019, Melly was arrested for possession of marijuana.
On January 18, 2019, while incarcerated, Melly released his sophomore mixtape We All Shine, which included one of his most influential cosignโs, Kanye West who was a feature on the song โMixed Personalities.โ.
Melly was released from jail on January 25, 2019, and released โGangโ, the first day out single that had taken off after the hype around โMixed Personalities.โ
After being released for only a month, on February 13, 2019, Melly turned himself in after a warrant was put out for him and Bortlen connecting to the murders of YNW Sakchaser and YNW Juvy. YNW Melly posted this to his Instagram on February 13:
To all my fans and supporters no I did not get locked up in Washington , but I am turning myself in today I want you guys to know I love you and appreciate every single one of y'all, a couple months ago I lost my two brothers by violence and now the system want to find justice.. unfortunately a lot of rumors and lies are being said but no worries god is with me and my brother @ynw.bortlen and we want y'all to remember itโs a ynw Family I love you @ynwsakchaser1 and @ynwjuvy #freeus
Prior to his incarceration, songs such as โMurder on My Mindโ and โMind on My Murderโ had gained traction making their way in the Billboard Hot 100 and gaining RIAA certifications in a matter of months. Speculations made people believe that the songs were related to the murders, however, they were soon put to rest due to the time of the recordings being almost two years prior to the shootings.
After spending months incarcerated, on November 22, 2019, he released his debut studio album, Melly vs. Melvin featuring his 9lokkNine-assisted โ223โsโ.
After the rise of COVID-19 disease in 2020, on April 3, Melly had tested positive for the virus while awaiting trial. After being infected, Mellyโs lawyers tried to play this to his advantage and requested a medical release as conditions can worsen in the jail environment. Melly was denied release on April 17 and conditions have been said to worsen since.
After the release of fellow Floridian rapper Kodak Black, Mellyโs team had taken advantage and released โThugged Outโ to keep Mellyโs name alive in the industry. They carried on releasing singles throughout the year with artists such as Queen Naija and Hotboii.
Again, while still awaiting trial, on August 13, 2021, he released his sophomore studio album, Just A Matter of Slime, featuring his highly anticipated Lil Uzi Vert-assisted โMind of Melvinโ.
After prosecutors had claimed they had a confession of Melly admitting to the murders, on November 1, Mellyโs lawyers came out and denied the claims and said that Melly was just rapping a song titled โ4:30 AMโ by Kevin Gates. Soon after, on November 30, Mellyโs trial had been set for March 7, 2022. - TippleTripple123
Waitin On You
YNW Melly Lyrics
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I need to hear your voice again
Your rejoicement to my soul
It feeds it just like oxygen
Can you hear me father?
Can you please send me some signs?
I've been goin' through some things
There's been a lot on my mind
I need to hear your voice again
And I will keep on praying
And I promise I'll be waitin' on you
Waitin' on you
God I promise that I'm waitin' on you, you
I promise that I'm waitin' on you
(I promise that I'm waitin') on you
(I promise that I'll wait for you) on you
I'll be waitin' on you, whoa
Promise I'll be waitin' on you
Jesus, hear me when I pray, so I'ma keep prayin'
Had to turn my back on the Devil, I couldn't keep playin'
I'm tryna make it to Heaven, and I know I'ma make it
But I gotta watch out for my soul, Lucifer tryna take it
Snakes is creepin' in the grass, I got my lawn mower
Sometimes I'm ready to die and go to Heaven, the Lord know
I just want peace in my mind, body and my soul
And in the end, I just wanna walk the streets of gold
Can you hear me Jesus?
I need to hear your voice again
Your rejoicement to my soul
It feeds it just like oxygen
Can you hear me father?
Can you please send me some signs?
I've been goin' through some things
There's been a lot on my mind
Can you hear me Jesus?
I need to hear your voice again
And I will keep on praying
And I promise I'll be waitin' on you
Waitin' on you
God I promise that I'm waitin' on you, you
I promise that I'm waitin' on you
(I promise that I'm waitin') on you
(I promise that I'll wait for you) on you
I'll be waitin' on you, whoa
Promise I'll be waitin' on you
I don't write rhymes, I grab the pen and let my soul talk
Walkin' with Jesus, he saved my soul, this a soul walk
Remember when the only thing I used to do was sell drugs
Now my soul cryin' to the Lord, that's the real plug
Thuggin' and druggin' and stealin' cars, it's my history
Now my soul cryin' to the Lord, I got the victory
Was slippin' on razor blade alley, The alcohol river
Now I feel wit' the Holy Ghost, and I make demons shiver
Can you hear me Jesus?
I need to hear your voice again
Your rejoicement to my soul
It feeds it just like oxygen
Can you hear me father?
Can you please send me some signs?
I've been goin' through some things
There's been a lot on my mind
Can you hear me Jesus?
I need to hear your voice again
And I will keep on praying
And I promise I'll be waitin' on you
Waitin' on you
God I promise that I'm waitin' on you, you
I promise that I'm waitin' on you
(I promise that I'm waitin') on you
(I promise that I'll wait for you) on you
I'll be waitin' on you, whoa
Promise I'll be waitin' on you
They that wait on the Lord
Shall renew their strength
They shall mount up with wings like eagles
They shall run and not be weary
They shall walk and not faint
Lord no matter what it take, no matter how long it take
I promise I'll be waiting for you, Jesus
I promise Lord, no matter what it take
The lyrics of "Waitin On You" by YNW Melly feat. Tonk Wit Tha Gift express a deep desire for spiritual guidance and connection with a higher power, particularly Jesus. The artist addresses Jesus directly, expressing a need to hear his voice again and seeking signs of his presence. The references to oxygen and rejoicement highlight the importance of this connection to the artist's soul, providing sustenance and vitality.
The lyrics also touch on the artist's struggle with temptation and the pursuit of personal salvation. YNW Melly reflects on turning away from negative influences, especially from the Devil, in order to reach Heaven. The artist acknowledges the constant battle against darkness, as symbolized by the creeping snakes, and the importance of protecting his soul from being taken by Lucifer. The mention of a lawn mower suggests actively working to eliminate these harmful influences. The artist's ultimate desire is to find peace in mind, body, and soul, envisioning a blissful afterlife walking the streets of gold.
Through prayer and an unwavering promise to wait and remain faithful, YNW Melly expresses dedication to his spiritual journey. The lyrics reflect a longing for guidance, support, and a closer relationship with Jesus, with the artist expressing his commitment to continue praying and waiting for the divine presence.
Line by Line Meaning
Can you hear me Jesus?
I am desperately seeking a connection with Jesus and longing for his presence.
I need to hear your voice again
I yearn to receive guidance and reassurance from Jesus through his divine words.
Your rejoicement to my soul
The joy and happiness that Jesus brings to my inner being is like a source of life.
It feeds it just like oxygen
Jesus' presence and grace nourish my soul, just like oxygen sustains the body's life.
Can you hear me father?
Dear God, can you listen to my pleas and requests?
Can you please send me some signs?
I ask for divine signs to gain clarity and assurance in my troubled times.
I've been goin' through some things
My life has been filled with challenges and difficulties.
There's been a lot on my mind
My thoughts have been overwhelmed with various concerns and burdens.
And I will keep on praying
I am determined to continue my prayers and seek solace through my faith.
And I promise I'll be waitin' on you
I firmly commit to patiently waiting for your guidance and help, God.
I promise that I'm waitin' on you
I solemnly assure you that I am faithfully waiting for your divine intervention.
(I promise that I'm waitin') on you
I emphasize my unwavering commitment to await your divine assistance.
(I promise that I'll wait for you) on you
I reiterate my promise to patiently wait for you, God.
I'll be waitin' on you, whoa
I will be patiently anticipating your response, God.
Promise I'll be waitin' on you
Again, I assure you that I will steadfastly wait for your intervention, God.
Jesus, hear me when I pray, so I'ma keep prayin'
I appeal to Jesus to listen to my prayers, and in response, I will continue to pray persistently.
Had to turn my back on the Devil, I couldn't keep playin'
I made the decision to reject the temptations of evil and stop engaging in sinful actions.
I'm tryna make it to Heaven, and I know I'ma make it
I am striving to reach Heaven, and I am confident that I will eventually succeed.
But I gotta watch out for my soul, Lucifer tryna take it
I must be vigilant in protecting my soul because the Devil is eager to snatch it away from me.
Snakes is creepin' in the grass, I got my lawn mower
Evil influences and deceitful individuals are lurking around, but I am equipped to rid myself of them.
Sometimes I'm ready to die and go to Heaven, the Lord know
There are moments when I feel prepared to leave this world and enter Heaven, and God is aware of this.
I just want peace in my mind, body and my soul
My deepest desire is to experience tranquility and harmony in every aspect of my being.
And in the end, I just wanna walk the streets of gold
Ultimately, I aspire to enter Heaven and enjoy the blissful rewards that await the faithful.
I don't write rhymes, I grab the pen and let my soul talk
I do not simply write lyrics, but instead, I pour out my innermost thoughts and emotions through my music.
Walkin' with Jesus, he saved my soul, this a soul walk
I am journeying through life in close relationship with Jesus, who has redeemed and rescued my soul.
Remember when the only thing I used to do was sell drugs
I reflect on a time when my life revolved around selling drugs, indicating a drastic transformation.
Now my soul cryin' to the Lord, that's the real plug
Currently, my soul reaches out to God, seeking divine connection and support, which is the ultimate source of power.
Thuggin' and druggin' and stealin' cars, it's my history
Engaging in criminal activities like violence, drug use, and car theft is part of my past.
Now my soul cryin' to the Lord, I got the victory
But now, my soul cries out to God with a sense of triumph and accomplishment.
Was slippin' on razor blade alley, The alcohol river
I used to struggle with dangerous situations and addiction, feeling trapped and overwhelmed.
Now I feel wit' the Holy Ghost, and I make demons shiver
However, now I am filled with the Holy Spirit, and even demons tremble in fear in my presence.
They that wait on the Lord
Those who patiently and faithfully rely on the Lord
Shall renew their strength
Will have their energy and vigor replenished
They shall mount up with wings like eagles
They will soar high and achieve great things with grace and agility
They shall run and not be weary
They will be able to endure and persevere without becoming tired
They shall walk and not faint
They will have the ability to continue moving forward without losing hope or giving up
Lord no matter what it take, no matter how long it take
Regardless of the difficulties or duration, Lord, I am devoted to waiting for you
I promise I'll be waiting for you, Jesus
I assure you, Jesus, that I will patiently wait for you
I promise Lord, no matter what it take
I solemnly vow, Lord, that I will persevere regardless of the obstacles
Lyrics ยฉ YSB MUSIC PUBLISHING, Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Antonio Francis, Jamell Demons, Rashad Simmons
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Lyrics ๐ซ
[YNW Melly]
Can you hear me Jesus, I need to hear your voice again
Your rejoicement to my soul, it feeds it just like oxygen
Can you hear me father, can you please send me some signs (DJ Shurefire)
I've been goin' through some things, there's been a lot on my mind (call the fire department)
Can you hear me Jesus, I need to hear your voice again
And I will keep on praying, and I promise I'll be waitin' on you
Waitin' on you, God I promise that I'm waitin' on you, you
I promise that I'm waitin' on you (DJ Shurefire)
I promise that I'm waitin'- on you, on you (I promise that I'll wait for you)
I'll be waitin' on you, woah (I promise that I'll wait for you)
Promise I'll be waitin' on you (DJ Shurefire)
[TONK Wit Tha Gift]
I know you hear me when I pray, so I'mma keep prayin'
Had to turn my back on the Devil, I couldn't keep playin'
I'm tryna make it to heaven, and I know I'mma make it
But I gotta watch out for my soul, Lucifer tryna take it
Snakes is creepin' in the grass, I got my lawn mower
Sometimes I'm ready to die and go to heaven, the Lord know
I just want peace in my mind, body and my soul
And in the end, I just wanna walk the streets of gold
[YNW Melly]
Can you hear me Jesus, I need to hear your voice again
Your rejoicement to my soul, it feeds it just like oxygen
Can you hear me father, can you please send me some signs
I've been goin' through some things, there's been a lot on my mind
Can you hear me Jesus, I need to hear your voice again
And I will keep on praying, and I promise I'll be waitin' on you
Waitin' on you, God I promise that I'm waitin' on you, you (DJ Shurefire, the fire department)
I promise that I'm waitin' on you (my mixtape)
I promise that I'm waitin'- on you, on you (I promise that I'll wait for you)
I'll be waitin' on you, woah (I promise that I'll wait for you)
Promise I'll be waitin' on you
[TONK Wit Tha Gift]
I don't write rhymes, I grab the pen and let my soul talk
Walkin' with Jesus, he saved my soul, this the soul walk
Remember when the only thing I used to do was sell drugs
Now my soul cryin' to the Lord, that's the real plug
Thuggin' and druggin' and stealin' cars, it's my history
Now my soul cryin' to the Lord, I got the victory
Was slippin' on razor blades, the alcohol river
Now I feel wit' the holy ghost, and I make demons shiver
[YNW Melly]
Can you hear me Jesus, I need to hear your voice again
Your rejoicement to my soul, it feeds it just like oxygen
Can you hear me father, can you please send me some signs
I've been goin' through some things, there's been a lot on my mind (DJ Shurefire)
Can you hear me Jesus, I need to hear your voice again
And I will keep on praying, and I promise I'll be waitin' on you
Waitin' on you, God I promise that I'm waitin' on you, you
I promise that I'm waitin' on you
I promise that I'm waitin'- on you, on you (I promise that I'll wait for you)
I'll be waitin' on you, woah (I promise that I'll wait for you)
Promise I'll be waitin' on you
[ TONK Wit Tha Gift]
But they who wait for the Lord, shall renew their strength
They shall mount up with wings like eagles
They shall run and not be weary
They shall walk and not faint
Lord no matter what it take, no matter how long it take
I promise I'll be waiting for you, Jesus
I promise Lord, no matter what it take
Tonk wit' the gift, gift box full of light (light)
FREE MELLY โคโ๐ช
Conhecido Desconhecido
Tonk with tha gift, gift, box full of light, light
Yung Shad, you killed this track
Can you hear me, Jesus?
I need to hear your voice again
Your rejoicement to my soul, it feeds it just like oxygen
Can you hear me, Father?
Can you please send me some signs?
I've been goin' through some things, there's been a lot on my mind
Can you hear me, Jesus?
I need to hear your voice again
And I will keep on praying, and I promise I'll be waitin' on you
Waitin' on you
God, I promise that I'm waitin' on you, you
I promise that I'm waitin' on you (I promise that I'm waitin')
On you (I promise that I'll wait for)
On you (I promise that I'll wait for, I promise that I'll wait for)
I'll be waiting on you
Woah (I promise that I'll wait for
You, I promise that I'll wait for you)
I promise I'll be waiting on you
Jesus, I know you hear me when I pray, so I'ma keep prayin'
Had to turn my back on the devil, I couldn't keep playin'
I'm tryna make it to Heaven, and I know I'ma make it
But I gotta watch out for my soul, Lucifer tryna take it
Snakes is creepin' in the grass, I got my lawnmower
Sometimes I'm ready to die and go to Heaven, the Lord know
I just want peace in my mind, body, and my soul
And in the end, I just wanna walk the streets of gold
Can you hear me, Jesus?
I need to hear your voice again
Your rejoicement to my soul, it feeds it just like oxygen
Can you hear me, Father?
Can you please send me some signs?
I've been goin' through some things, there's been a lot on my mind
Can you hear me, Jesus?
I need to hear your voice again
And I will keep on praying, and I promise I'll be waitin' on you
Waitin' on you
God, I promise that I'm waitin' on you, you
I promise that I'm waitin' on you (I promise that I'm waitin')
On you (I promise that I'll wait for)
On you (I promise that I'll wait for, I promise that I'll wait for)
I'll be waiting on you
Woah (I promise that I'll wait for
You, I promise that I'll wait for you)
I promise I'll be waiting on you
I don't write rhymes, I grab the pen and let my soul talk
Walkin' with Jesus, he saved my soul, this a soul walk
'Member when the only thing I used to do was sell drugs
Now my soul cryin' to the Lord, that's the real plug
Thuggin' and druggin' and stealin' cars is my history
Now my soul cryin' to the Lord, I got the victory
Was slippin' on razor blade alley, the alcohol river
Now I'm filled with the Holy Ghost and I make demons shiver
Can you hear me, Jesus?
I need to hear your voice again
Your rejoicement to my soul, it feeds it just like oxygen
Can you hear me, Father?
Can you please send me some signs?
I've been goin' through some things, there's been a lot on my mind
Can you hear me, Jesus?
I need to hear your voice again
And I will keep on praying, and I promise I'll be waitin' on you
Waitin' on you
God, I promise that I'm waitin' on you, you
I promise that I'm waitin' on you (I promise that I'm waitin')
On you (I promise that I'll wait for)
On you (I promise that I'll wait for, I promise that I'll wait for)
I'll be waiting on you
Woah (I promise that I'll wait for
You, I promise that I'll wait for you)
I promise I'll be waiting on you
They that wait on the Lord shall renew their strength
They shall mount up with wings as eagles
They shall run and not be weary
They shall walk and not faint
Lord, no matter what it take, no matter how long it take
I promise I'll be waiting for you, Jesus
I promise, Lord, no matter what it take
Baby Girl
[Intro]
TONK Wit Tha Gift, Gift, box full of light, light
Yung Shad, you killed this track
[Chorus: YNW Melly]
Can you hear me, Jesus?
I need to hear your voice again
Your rejoicement to my soul, it feeds it just like oxygen
Can you hear me, Father?
Can you please send me some signs?
I've been goin' through some things, there's been a lot on my mind
Can you hear me, Jesus?
I need to hear your voice again
And I will keep on praying, and I promise I'll be waitin' on you
Waitin' on you
God, I promise that I'm waitin' on you, you
I promise that I'm waitin' on you (I promise that I'm waitin')
On you (I promise that I'll wait for)
On you (I promise that I'll wait for, I promise that I'll wait for)
I'll be waiting on you, woah (I promise that I'll wait for you, I promise that I'll wait for you)
I promise I'll be waiting on you
[Verse 1: TONK Wit Tha Gift]
Jesus, I know you hear me when I pray, so I'ma keep prayin'
Had to turn my back on the devil, I couldn't keep playin'
I'm tryna make it to Heaven, and I know I'ma make it
But I gotta watch out for my soul, Lucifer tryna take it
Snakes is creepin' in the grass, I got my lawnmower
Sometimes I'm ready to die and go to Heaven, the Lord know
I just want peace in my mind, body, and my soul
And in the end, I just wanna walk the streets of gold
[Chorus: YNW Melly]
Can you hear me, Jesus?
I need to hear your voice again
Your rejoicement to my soul, it feeds it just like oxygen
Can you hear me, Father?
Can you please send me some signs?
I've been goin' through some things, there's been a lot on my mind
Can you hear me, Jesus?
I need to hear your voice again
And I will keep on praying, and I promise I'll be waitin' on you
Waitin' on you
God, I promise that I'm waitin' on you, you
I promise that I'm waitin' on you (I promise that I'm waitin')
On you (I promise that I'll wait for)
On you (I promise that I'll wait for, I promise that I'll wait for)
I'll be waiting on you, woah (I promise that I'll wait for you, I promise that I'll wait for you)
I promise I'll be waiting on you
[Verse 2: TONK Wit Tha Gift]
I don't write rhymes, I grab the pen and let my soul talk
Walkin' with Jesus, he saved my soul, this a soul walk
'Member when the only thing I used to do was sell drugs
Now my soul cryin' to the Lord, that's the real plug
Thuggin' and druggin' and stealin' cars is my history
Now my soul cryin' to the Lord, I got the victory
Was slippin' on razor blade alley, the alcohol river
Now I'm filled with the Holy Ghost and I make demons shiver
[Chorus: YNW Melly]
Can you hear me, Jesus?
I need to hear your voice again
Your rejoicement to my soul, it feeds it just like oxygen
Can you hear me, Father?
Can you please send me some signs?
I've been goin' through some things, there's been a lot on my mind
Can you hear me, Jesus?
I need to hear your voice again
And I will keep on praying, and I promise I'll be waitin' on you
Waitin' on you
God, I promise that I'm waitin' on you, you
I promise that I'm waitin' on you (I promise that I'm waitin')
On you (I promise that I'll wait for)
On you (I promise that I'll wait for, I promise that I'll wait for)
I'll be waiting on you, woah (I promise that I'll wait for you, I promise that I'll wait for you)
I promise I'll be waiting on you
[Outro: TONK Wit Tha Gift]
They that wait on the Lord shall renew their strength
They shall mount up with wings as eagles
They shall run and not be weary
They shall walk and not faint
Lord, no matter what it take, no matter how long it take
I promise I'll be waiting for you, Jesus
I promise, Lord, no matter what it take
Mary Palmitesso
Chorus: YNW Melly]
Can you hear me, Jesus?
I need to hear your voice again
Your rejoicement to my soul, it feeds it just like oxygen
Can you hear me, Father?
Can you please send me some signs?
I've been goin' through some things, there's been a lot on my mind
Can you hear me, Jesus?
I need to hear your voice again
And I will keep on praying, and I promise I'll be waitin' on you
Waitin' on you
God, I promise that I'm waitin' on you, you
I promise that I'm waitin' on you (I promise that I'm waitin')
On you (I promise that I'll wait for)
On you (I promise that I'll wait for, I promise that I'll wait for)
I'll be waiting on you, woah (I promise that I'll wait for you, I promise that I'll wait for you)
I promise I'll be waiting on you
[Verse 1: TONK Wit Tha Gift]
Jesus, I know you hear me when I pray, so I'ma keep prayin'
Had to turn my back on the devil, I couldn't keep playin'
I'm tryna make it to Heaven, and I know I'ma make it
But I gotta watch out for my soul, Lucifer tryna take it
Snakes is creepin' in the grass, I got my lawnmower
Sometimes I'm ready to die and go to Heaven, the Lord know
I just want peace in my mind, body, and my soul
And in the end, I just wanna walk the streets of gold
Kelz Fargo
โCan you hear me Jesus? I need to hear your voice againโ Felt that ๐ฏ
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Kelz Fargo Amen
Amaris Martin
Sameeeee!!
Jurlene Mendoza
Hi
JB That is me
Iโm praying for melly
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Sedz
Rottieโs Escape
We hear you Melly and we praying the best for you๐๐ฝ๐ฏ
Twon Exclusivez
In Jesus Nam ๐๐๐ฅ๐ค๐๐พ๐๐พ
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God can save anybody no matter wat๐ฏ
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CJ clutch21 amen๐ฏ๐ค๐พ