Christian Rap
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Christian Rap of the Week: No ShameJanaury 12
Tenth Avenue North (2019)
No Shame
scared of the ceiling. I can look like a fool and enjoy it. I can cry like a man, and I own it. It may look like I'm broke, but I'm healing. I'm learning to bring everything that I'm feeling. So forgiven, it's hard to explain. I'm finally living with no shame.” Tenth Avenue North's “No Shame” celebrates the life-changing freedom that comes from faith in Christ and could apply to the sacrament of confession's healing power. Christ frees us from the pressure to live up to others' expectations, allowing us to be our true selves while confessing our sins enables us to let go of guilt and shame. Tenth Avenue North describes the grace of God, which is a love we have not earned and do not merit, as something that makes us so free we feel like we’re “stealing” or getting away with something. Faith in Christ and confessing our sins opens the door to a life filled with confidence, joy, and peace, grounded in the assurance of God’s unconditional love and forgiveness.
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POP. HIP HOP. HOPE.
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Hope With a Beat,
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Christian Rap of the Week: OUTSIDEJanuary 5
Indie Tribe, Mogli the Iceburg, and nobigdyl. (2021)
“The Savior told me it's okay if I get sad for a while. 
"OUTSIDE'"Sometimes it's evil to laugh. Sometimes it's tragic to smile. I said ‘but why cry when your friend die if you gon' resurrect him?’ He said, ‘The promise of heaven don't take away the depression.’” The lyrics of this song explore the struggle of wrestling with faith and navigating the tension between human suffering and a sense of divine presence. They capture the journey of someone learning to accept life's imperfections while searching for meaning and truth. The song reflects the raw and sacred balance of faith—a mix of despair and hope, silence and connection, human weakness, and divine strength. -
Christian Rap of the Week: Tauren Wells, “Up” (2022)December 22
"UP"With the refrain, “Keep your head high, keep on fighting, 'Cause the pressure makes a diamond. Ain’t no way you’re giving up,” Tauren Wells’ “Up” is an empowering anthem for resilience and hope. It encourages fighting through challenges, drawing on the transformative power of persistence and faith. The lyrics offer a practical and emotional boost to listeners navigating difficulties. The song’s strength lies in its ability to address both the immediacy of personal struggles and the broader promise of renewal, making it a source of comfort and motivation for anyone feeling discouraged.
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Christian Rap of the Week: Be AlrightDecember 29
Danny Gokey, Evan Craft, and Redimi2 (2022)
With the words, “Father, You say everything is gonna be alright, But my
"Be Alright"circumstances say I won't last through the night; I need Your word to hold me now, need You to pull me through … Am I small enough to slip through the cracks? Can You take my broken pieces and put them back? Give me faith to believe You are on my side. Open my eyes to see You working in my life…” Gokey, Craft, and Redimi2’s “Be Alright” is a powerful and uplifting song that brings comfort by connecting human struggles with the assurance of God’s presence. It offers hope by emphasizing God’s faithfulness and ability to bring peace, even in the toughest times, while acknowledging the doubts and hardships we all face. With heartfelt lyrics, the song invites listeners to trust in God’s power to heal and guide. Its blend of personal sincerity and universal perspective makes it both a prayer and a declaration of unshakable faith. -
Trip Lee’s “Homecoming” (2022)December 15
"Homecoming"“When I’m gone, who cares if I’m known? I’m just headed home, So tell them you can play this when I’m gone. You ain't gotta groan. I’m where I belong.” These lyrics transform mourning into a moment of reflection, hope, and even joy. They remind the living of the temporary nature of earthly life and the enduring promise of eternal life. The song weaves together themes of assurance, transcendence, and celebration. It creates a space where grief is tempered by faith, and listeners are invited to think about their ultimate destination and the legacy they are building.
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