I was angry, I was bitter I was filled with pride I was selfish, I was foolish to believe those lies I loved hate, loved me Loved rage, loved greed I didn't love God, I just loved his things Loved approval, loved sex Loved money, loved fame But I ain't the same Thank the Lord I changed I'm trying to fight idolatry and lust Being good ain't enough so in God I trust I got faith Seeking restitution from all my mistakes Look me in my face homeboy, you see grace Still unashamed, just in a new space I'm just a little more humble now In those Cali streets acting foolish Tried to run with those gangsters I'm allergic to those bullets They say Sho be a rapper or a hooper In Golden State, I'm a warrior surrounded by those shooters Dad raised in the slums, mama from them jor downs Moved around like the circus, so I was born to clown My childhood goal was to get em' to remember me It took me nineteen years to find my identity Went to school on some extra cool, TU, Number one HBCU I was glad that the Lord found me, because he was never lost Once blind, but now I see more than I ever saw Check the cross, is he someone you can hang with? Realized that my views were so tainted You might have a picture of truth, but he framed it You can disagree with history, but can't change it So, now I mix a little Augustin with Dubois A little Selassie I, mix it with Mahalia's joy A C.S. Lewis mind with some Phyllis Wheatley art A little Sojourner spirit, with a King David heart Clicked up with some brothers, we were ready to reach With a mic and a track, we was ready to preach Nothing too deep, nothing too deep A bunch of Justin Timberlakes, we were all in sync but Years later, I felt I lost my core mission I was just rapping for these rich kids Like the night before Christmas No love lost, I just went independent New vision, took risks, some worked some didn't Met Swoope, got high, J.R. stay fly Met the dopest female since Lauryn Hill's rise One album was classic, I wish it would've lasted but Then, I met James, new sound, new fashion I never claimed I was the best, the first, or the coolest but One thing you can't do is doubt my influence I know the Father, but I'm viewed like a bastard I think my friends only share their struggles in the past tense I've been stressing, I've been fighting off depression Instead of confessing my obsession with being impressive Hearing the chatter, hoping I would be your favorite Even when they hating me, I should be loving my neighbor Sometimes, I just wanna be anonymous The problem is I love my pride too much but Then, I love his bride too much but Then, I think about the lives I've touched Back when I wasn't thirsty for mainstream attention When I was geeked on a retweet or a single mention When I wasn't too concerned about keeping my platform When it was ten in the crowd, I was happy to rap for em' I wasn't too busy to pick up the phone Back when I was geeked just to get a beep from Tony Stone Now, they like happy you back, it was backwards for a minute Bring the fire to the homies, and evacuate the tenants Recharge, remodeled, reinvented When they thought I was finished I came back to shock the critics A trendsetter, something like Nikki Tesla I had bright ideas, but Edison may do it better Or steal it or whatever You can call it a shot, I just call it being clever Chimney flow, I wish I would bring the heat Like a double amputee, I will never see the feet I'm rounding third base, I'm giving jokers the gas face Like how he stand cool without a fanbase? Your favorite artist sounds so fake If I wanna hear Drake, I would just listen to Drake Sho, you stupid Why they sound outdated, when they copying the future? Not to sound obnoxious or seem rude but When I'm around these crabs, I see food We sell our souls for the fame and applause Is a rapper just a prostitute with better PR Executives are looking like some pimps I uplift the bars like I'm always in the gym I'm deeply loved, I'm forgiven, I have vision He has changed my condition on the day he was risen The price tag on my body bag was too expensive I was poor in spirit so I broke out of prison Ask those Coptics and Eygptians, persecuted Christians I have tools to fight giants, I don't need Saul's equipment I know struggle, I had failed, I ain't scared to admit it It's an honor and a privilege to be made in his image I have joy, I have peace in the midst of hate Thank the Lord for his grace, because now I say I got faith Seeking restitution from all my mistakes Look me in my face homeboy, you see grace Still unashamed, just in a new space I'm just a little more humble now I'm just a little humble beast I'm just a little humble beast Jesus and bowties for everybody West Coast Atlanta Alright, that's it
Had to listen to this jawn multiple times to catch all of the bars and punchlines he delivered. Sho is definitely a humble beast now. Proper fit for his transitional growth. Congratulations Sho Baraka.
I appreciate Humble beast's vision so much. Hip hop infused with theology is an unparalleled remedy for this generation's youth, namely myself...Got goosebumps when he mentioned St Augustine and C.S. Lewis, some of my fav theologians...WELCOME SHO BARAKA!!
Yooooo! I did not see this coming at all! Yet, it still makes perfect sense! He definitely has a humble vibe. Looking forward to your future works Sho!
SHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. Man, I thank God for his gift. I was so happy to hear HB signed him. Dude is a made lyricist and one of my favorite. HB gives him creative control and support. Bring the album, bring the fireeeeeeeeeee.
Sho Baraka never disappoints. Honestly, this is some of the best news in hip hop! I'm happy for him, and it seems like he's matured a lot through the journey he has been on. I thought leaving Reach was an interesting choice (I actually liked it), and I believe getting on Humble is HUGE! I love Humble's mentality about how they freely give their music... God is going to be glorified, amen? This video/track is hot! Lions and Liars is one of my favorite albums of all time.
I just thought of what would come from collabs within the label... bars and bars and more bars!!! Sho x JGivens × Jackie × Prop (prod. by Beautiful Eulogy & Daniel Steele)... oh my heart.
RIGHT!!???? MAN. I just love the speaking of truth of the Word of God barz. But, yea!!! Barz, lyricism, instrumentals, Christ-centeredness. Even this song is goofy, comical, fresh..but just being real with his life story being changed by Jesus/gospel. Not forceful evangelism or etc. Fresh music but truth!! It's why I love Humble Beast. Really my top fav label & fav artists in the label. Their songs uplift me, encourage, bring edification. Blesses my walk & relationship with Christ. *tears* lol.
This song just hit me right now/tonight, even when I've already listened to it. I guess I wasn't really listening first time... So uplifting. Speaking about the Word. Power in the truth of the Word of our God. I love the intro. About being changed by the Lord. Testimony. Jesus. Biblical bars
My first thought: YES! Sho with them BARS! Second: He went to an HBCU!? #AWREADY #TeamHBCU On a serious note, I genuinely loved this and I hope to see more. I'll be playing this one over and over a couple of times. #Nice
I downloaded the album this morning and played it front to back 3 times today. Great work and this song has me reflecting on me. Thank you for this body of work. Come bless a mic in Chicago soon.
Just thought abou that just now!! I just heard the song even though I listened to it earlier. Love the lyricism so much!!! It's so uplifting.. i just realized. Love the speaking of the Word. Barz
to me, it has an old type fashion vintage feel to it, kinda of Lecrae' Church Clothes 3 cover art. just a lot of flashback light beams (that Kanye thing) reminding of tha definition for da humble. this year will remain as my favourite, even historic year for CHH. God bless the Humble Beast team!
Sho you are da bomb!!! This is awesome!!! I appreciate how you show your love for God in ur music and the transparency in your lyrics!!! The jazzy beat is on point too!!! Thanks for being authencally u!!! Your music and life inspires me!!! Keep the music coming!!! God Bless!! Waiting on a movie from u....:)
Sho is One of the Best to Ever Do It! Keep GLORIFYING Our HEAVENLY FATHER while Mastering Your Gifts and Taking the Art Beyond My Brother! Peace & GOD BLESS! Also When Can We Expect A New Project Sho!
Yes! Yes! Yes! My wife and I are always wondering where Sho has been and X was nice but you got to know that with Humble Beast it will be Twice as nice Right!
I don't comment on RUclips videos, but Sho! This song was crazy. @amishobaraka is in my top 2 lyricist of ALL time. It's a fight between Him and Swoope, in which, Humble Beast y'all need to sign him too..... HUMBLE BEAST, give us a HIGH SOCIETY cd?!
This is a very good thing. Things are about to get relevant, conscious, and doctrinally sound. As always I am grateful to God for @HumbleBeast.
This is SPITTIN' at its finest. Dude! The line about Nikola Tesla and Edison is brilliant. Most people have no idea how deep that was.
Sho and Humble Beast = perfection
// Still unashamed just in a new space
I'm just a little more humble now //
Favorite lines.
I was angry, I was bitter
I was filled with pride
I was selfish, I was foolish to believe those lies
I loved hate, loved me
Loved rage, loved greed
I didn't love God, I just loved his things
Loved approval, loved sex
Loved money, loved fame
But I ain't the same
Thank the Lord I changed
I'm trying to fight idolatry and lust
Being good ain't enough so in God I trust
I got faith
Seeking restitution from all my mistakes
Look me in my face homeboy, you see grace
Still unashamed, just in a new space
I'm just a little more humble now
In those Cali streets acting foolish
Tried to run with those gangsters
I'm allergic to those bullets
They say Sho be a rapper or a hooper
In Golden State, I'm a warrior surrounded by those shooters
Dad raised in the slums, mama from them jor downs
Moved around like the circus, so I was born to clown
My childhood goal was to get em' to remember me
It took me nineteen years to find my identity
Went to school on some extra cool, TU, Number one HBCU
I was glad that the Lord found me, because he was never lost
Once blind, but now I see more than I ever saw
Check the cross, is he someone you can hang with?
Realized that my views were so tainted
You might have a picture of truth, but he framed it
You can disagree with history, but can't change it
So, now I mix a little Augustin with Dubois
A little Selassie I, mix it with Mahalia's joy
A C.S. Lewis mind with some Phyllis Wheatley art
A little Sojourner spirit, with a King David heart
Clicked up with some brothers, we were ready to reach
With a mic and a track, we was ready to preach
Nothing too deep, nothing too deep
A bunch of Justin Timberlakes, we were all in sync but
Years later, I felt I lost my core mission
I was just rapping for these rich kids
Like the night before Christmas
No love lost, I just went independent
New vision, took risks, some worked some didn't
Met Swoope, got high, J.R. stay fly
Met the dopest female since Lauryn Hill's rise
One album was classic, I wish it would've lasted but
Then, I met James, new sound, new fashion
I never claimed I was the best, the first, or the coolest but
One thing you can't do is doubt my influence
I know the Father, but I'm viewed like a bastard
I think my friends only share their struggles in the past tense
I've been stressing, I've been fighting off depression
Instead of confessing my obsession with being impressive
Hearing the chatter, hoping I would be your favorite
Even when they hating me, I should be loving my neighbor
Sometimes, I just wanna be anonymous
The problem is I love my pride too much but
Then, I love his bride too much but
Then, I think about the lives I've touched
Back when I wasn't thirsty for mainstream attention
When I was geeked on a retweet or a single mention
When I wasn't too concerned about keeping my platform
When it was ten in the crowd, I was happy to rap for em'
I wasn't too busy to pick up the phone
Back when I was geeked just to get a beep from Tony Stone
Now, they like happy you back, it was backwards for a minute
Bring the fire to the homies, and evacuate the tenants
Recharge, remodeled, reinvented
When they thought I was finished
I came back to shock the critics
A trendsetter, something like Nikki Tesla
I had bright ideas, but Edison may do it better
Or steal it or whatever
You can call it a shot, I just call it being clever
Chimney flow, I wish I would bring the heat
Like a double amputee, I will never see the feet
I'm rounding third base, I'm giving jokers the gas face
Like how he stand cool without a fanbase?
Your favorite artist sounds so fake
If I wanna hear Drake, I would just listen to Drake
Sho, you stupid
Why they sound outdated, when they copying the future?
Not to sound obnoxious or seem rude but
When I'm around these crabs, I see food
We sell our souls for the fame and applause
Is a rapper just a prostitute with better PR
Executives are looking like some pimps
I uplift the bars like I'm always in the gym
I'm deeply loved, I'm forgiven, I have vision
He has changed my condition on the day he was risen
The price tag on my body bag was too expensive
I was poor in spirit so I broke out of prison
Ask those Coptics and Eygptians, persecuted Christians
I have tools to fight giants, I don't need Saul's equipment
I know struggle, I had failed, I ain't scared to admit it
It's an honor and a privilege to be made in his image
I have joy, I have peace in the midst of hate
Thank the Lord for his grace, because now I say
I got faith
Seeking restitution from all my mistakes
Look me in my face homeboy, you see grace
Still unashamed, just in a new space
I'm just a little more humble now
I'm just a little humble beast
I'm just a little humble beast
Jesus and bowties for everybody
West Coast Atlanta
Alright, that's it
Had to listen to this jawn multiple times to catch all of the bars and punchlines he delivered. Sho is definitely a humble beast now. Proper fit for his transitional growth. Congratulations Sho Baraka.
Humble beast looking like TDE, but with blessings
SHO BARAKA Is isaish rashad
I appreciate Humble beast's vision so much. Hip hop infused with theology is an unparalleled remedy for this generation's youth, namely myself...Got goosebumps when he mentioned St Augustine and C.S. Lewis, some of my fav theologians...WELCOME SHO BARAKA!!
Yooooo! I did not see this coming at all! Yet, it still makes perfect sense!
He definitely has a humble vibe.
Looking forward to your future works Sho!
I KNOW RIGHT!!!!?!?!?! It's just PERFECT!
+Ricky's Vlogs is that harden
CHrispy Heart lol... that's me from the side
+Ricky's Vlogs you look like James Harden lol
CHrispy Heart lol... thanks????
SHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. Man, I thank God for his gift. I was so happy to hear HB signed him. Dude is a made lyricist and one of my favorite. HB gives him creative control and support. Bring the album, bring the fireeeeeeeeeee.
BroooooooOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOoooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo! This is DOPE!
Sho Baraka never disappoints. Honestly, this is some of the best news in hip hop! I'm happy for him, and it seems like he's matured a lot through the journey he has been on. I thought leaving Reach was an interesting choice (I actually liked it), and I believe getting on Humble is HUGE! I love Humble's mentality about how they freely give their music... God is going to be glorified, amen? This video/track is hot! Lions and Liars is one of my favorite albums of all time.
Amem
Amen bro !!!!
+Tyrone Marshall he has helped me when I didn't know which way to turn he made it cool to be me👍🏽
+John Williams Amen
Amen!
"Jesus and Bowties for everyone!!" Love it!!!
Cannot get enough of this song. Thanks, Sho!
so...so...so...excited!!!!!!!!
I just thought of what would come from collabs within the label... bars and bars and more bars!!! Sho x JGivens × Jackie × Prop (prod. by Beautiful Eulogy & Daniel Steele)... oh my heart.
RIGHT!!???? MAN. I just love the speaking of truth of the Word of God barz. But, yea!!! Barz, lyricism, instrumentals, Christ-centeredness. Even this song is goofy, comical, fresh..but just being real with his life story being changed by Jesus/gospel. Not forceful evangelism or etc. Fresh music but truth!! It's why I love Humble Beast. Really my top fav label & fav artists in the label. Their songs uplift me, encourage, bring edification. Blesses my walk & relationship with Christ. *tears* lol.
I think Jgivens is leaving HB though 😥
Got me grove'en at work...amazing track - good word - Road to Humble (my joint)! Jesus & Bow Ties
This song just hit me right now/tonight, even when I've already listened to it. I guess I wasn't really listening first time... So uplifting. Speaking about the Word. Power in the truth of the Word of our God. I love the intro. About being changed by the Lord. Testimony. Jesus. Biblical bars
ohhhh yeah..Good call Humble Beast. ....Next sign J.R...Praise God😀😀😀
A million Yes's for this move. Sho is one of my biggest inspiration and influences.
This has been on repeat for me since it dropped 3 days ago! Soooooooooooooooo gooooood!
"....If I wanna hear Drake, I would just listen to Drake..." - Sho Baraka! LOL FRIGGEN AWESOME!!!
What!? The Humble Beast got Sho?? Nice! sounds like a great mix! Excited to hear more! Loved this one!
Thank God for this kind of music. I dont even know where to start- just help feed the flock
What a blessing to have Sho Baraka with Humble Beast!! This is going to be a big era for the team.
Yesssssir!! Sho B back with all them baaaaaaaars for daaays 🔥🔥🔥
really like this song ! I thank God for Sho and Humble Beast.
My first thought: YES! Sho with them BARS!
Second: He went to an HBCU!? #AWREADY #TeamHBCU
On a serious note, I genuinely loved this and I hope to see more. I'll be playing this one over and over a couple of times. #Nice
Man I missed Sho!!!...#GiveMeJESUS #HISremnant
I downloaded the album this morning and played it front to back 3 times today. Great work and this song has me reflecting on me. Thank you for this body of work. Come bless a mic in Chicago soon.
Sho and Givens ???? Sounds like a good vibe for the Future lol.
seriously it's not even fair lol
Just thought abou that just now!! I just heard the song even though I listened to it earlier. Love the lyricism so much!!! It's so uplifting.. i just realized. Love the speaking of the Word. Barz
Can't wait to hear some Sho / Givens collabs! Givens is a BEAST. ( ^-^)
Sho and Givens like Deraj/ B. Cooper. let's see that album Humble! God bless
JGivens isn't on HB anymore tho :(
This song is meaaaaan! Looking forward to this project.
Sho Baraka did an amazing job on this great song. 10/10 👍 I'm excited to purchase the new album!
to me, it has an old type fashion vintage feel to it, kinda of Lecrae' Church Clothes 3 cover art. just a lot of flashback light beams (that Kanye thing) reminding of tha definition for da humble.
this year will remain as my favourite, even historic year for CHH.
God bless the Humble Beast team!
"....But when i'm around these crabs i sea food", haha couldn't stop thinking bout those bars, nice one Sho and great message
Sho your fans are ready for some new music :-) .... Your albums are the BEST, POINT
Nice! Praise God for this new chapter in your life Sho. May God bless you with more of Himself and I'm so looking forward to your upcoming project.
Glad to be hearing music from Sho again.. awesome!
Dope news! Video and bars on point! Wordplay all day with transparency and boldness. Welcome back Sho! This is truly a beautiful alliance!
This is on fire! Sho Baraka keeping hip hop real - love it!
Sho you are da bomb!!! This is awesome!!! I appreciate how you show your love for God in ur music and the transparency in your lyrics!!! The jazzy beat is on point too!!! Thanks for being authencally u!!! Your music and life inspires me!!! Keep the music coming!!! God Bless!! Waiting on a movie from u....:)
Heeeeeeessssss Baaaaaaccccckkkkk!!!!! #salute Sho!!!
One of my all time favorite emcees! Punchlines and metaphors for daaays!
Ok brother I see you! Taking a stand means you believe in what GOD has placed in your heartbeat 👊🏾✊🏾✌🏾️
Humble Beast seems like a perfect fit for Sho! I'm excited to see what music comes out of this
Makes perfect sense. So organic, so dope. God is good!
Jesus and bow ties for everybody!! haha Serious and just plain fun track -- always a good mix!
Sho is baaaaaaaack!!!!! Loving it!!
BEST NEWS I'VE HEARD ALL DAY!!!
I am excited!
Sho is One of the Best to Ever Do It! Keep GLORIFYING Our HEAVENLY FATHER while Mastering Your Gifts and Taking the Art Beyond My Brother! Peace & GOD BLESS! Also When Can We Expect A New Project Sho!
Love the music. Love the video. Love the message.
S/O to Humble Beast. Thank you from the heart.
OHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YESSSSSSSS!!!!!!!
Yes! Yes! Yes! My wife and I are always wondering where Sho has been and X was nice but you got to know that with Humble Beast it will be Twice as nice Right!
This is great news!! Excited for Sho's new album!!!
I haven't been so excited about an announcement in a while. This is such a PERFECT move
Finally!! Praise God.
I'm loving this Sho!
ALWAYS DopE, with Christ heart in it...looking forward to Humble beginnings bro!
TONNES of Respeck!!! #yebo!!! Jammin this all the way from Swaziland
He's back thank God for grace!
Cant wait to see where this dude goes!! I feel like he'll definitely find a home with Humble Beast
This is sooooo good. So excited to hear what comes from this signing. Sho is a legend
Love this, great fit....I am sure that Sho has grown from the trials of life.
I don't comment on RUclips videos, but Sho! This song was crazy. @amishobaraka is in my top 2 lyricist of ALL time. It's a fight between Him and Swoope, in which, Humble Beast y'all need to sign him too..... HUMBLE BEAST, give us a HIGH SOCIETY cd?!
I'm glad he finally fixed his rap style, instead of being behind the beat he's right on it. Sounds really good
He's back! Can't wait for what the future holds
Spitz undeniable.
Good to see Sho back at it! I love his ministry.
This is fantastic. What an encouragement. Can't wait for what's in store here!
Smiling watching this! Thank you
You don't know how happy and excited I am, right now...
Love and appreciate his transparency in this!!
This has to be his best song so far.
Who produced this beat? Cortland? It's so smooth.
I apppppppproovee!! Love you Sho. Love the Humble Beast Fam. Looking forward to the New collars and work!
collabs*
Sho!!!!! much love from the IE.. keep it up my brotha . Keep Kobe Bryant one em' ! hahaha
Wooh! I love your lyrics. Thank you!
This is solid hip hop. VERY honest. I never really listened to Sho Baraka's old stuff. But I like this!
love this signing and this track
Yessssss!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Looking like your finding your own lane Bruv. Keep the good music coming. Love from Sydney Australia
Wow I'm loving this track.
love! Glory to God ❤
Anticipating whatever is next, missed this guy. Pretty please do a song with Swoope and Natalie, shameless plug.
SHO is back !!!
That was so dope! Praise God!
"West Coast Atlanta"
haha!
excellent Sho
@3:40 I'm this song just shift in the flow...Strong though....Shots out to Sho! Keep it up.....
So...welcome to HumbleHome Mr.Baraka
oooooo weeeee Sho I hear ya... #mommaHesBaaaack
good to hear and see shobarack again
Dope. Nice bouncy bassline. Real lyrics!
I need this dude's sense of style.
Yes! Perfect fit imo.
love it I'm so glad he's back
BARS!! He went there. Nice bro! Great to see you on this tip now!
finally! something new!
Get the album!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥!!!!!!!!!
Why on Earth would you dislike this?
I asked the same thing! Sho is a beast! Humble one that is.
Just haters
Filip Suciu if you are gonna dislike a video a pop screen should appear and if your explanation is whack your dislike is denied.