1K Phew - Be Honest Lyrics
Lyrics
Who s really honest these days
And I been tellin' them folks since Day 1 like, I only keep it one thousand
Man y all heard Phew man
Only
God man that's all I know how to do
That's facts
It ain t in front of my name for no reason
I just wanna be honest
I just wanna be honest
I just wanna be honest
Lemme talk to em, to em
I just wanna be honest
I just wanna be honest
I just wanna be honest
Lemme tell you somethin
Out of my way
I'm not looking for no say
I m walking too strong in my faith
I done made plenty mistakes
But I am okay
Turns out I was born this way
But I'm no Lady gaga
I like to fly when I be the on the freeway
But that ain t my place
I know it ain't safe
But I do it anyway
Risking my fate
Can I tell you one thing, lemme relay
I got the plug let me put you on
I promise it is enough
Sooner than later you gon' be filled up
The only ways up
'Cause I would not lie to you
I ll come beside you
Just to confide you
Would you believe me if I said he died for you
I m tryna' be honest, check out my point of view (let s go)
I got the plug (aye aye)
Let me put you on (OK)
Tryna show you love (today)
Forgive me if I wasn't modest
But I m really tryna be honest
'Cause I know his promises (aye)
I just wanna be honest
I just wanna be honest
I just wanna be honest
Lemme talk to em, to em
I just wanna be honest (aye)
I just wanna be honest (I)
I just wanna be honest (I, I)
Let me tell you somethin (I just wanna talk)
I just wanna be honest (I just wanna)
I just wanna be honest (Be honest)
I just wanna be honest (I just wanna)
I just wanna be honest
I just wanna be honest
I just wanna be honest (I just wanna)
I just wanna be honest (I just wanna be)
Let me tell you somethin'
Y'all see my life and the glitz and the glamour
But I go through pain that will make you feel damaged
Feeling inadequate, I ain t cut out for this
Devil keep coming cause he know what time it is
How is it that I'm on top of the world?
But I m in my room crying to sermons
I got some issues a lot on my plate
I done made so many stupid mistakes
I'm only human
I got em assuming
I ain't superwoman
Yeah I need God
I m just being honest
I ain't tryna hide
Jesus talk to me
You stay true to me
There ain't nobody else up in this world who understand like you do (do)
I got my blessings they reigning from Heaven, I know it s because of You (you)
Yeah
Eternity is in the bag
New life, no tears, we cheer to that
No need to front, just spittin facts
I -
I just wanna be honest
I just wanna be honest
I just wanna be honest
Lemme talk to em, to em
I just wanna be honest (aye)
I just wanna be honest (I)
I just wanna be honest (I-I)
Let me tell you somethin' (ok ok)
I just wanna be honest (I do)
I just wanna be honest (oh I just wanna)
I just wanna be honest (I just wanna)
I just wanna be honest
I just wanna be honest (be honest)
I just wanna be honest (I wanna be honest)
I just wanna be honest (I just wanna be)
Lemme tell you somethin
I just wanna be honest
I'm keeping my promise
My name in they mouth like a fake orthodontist (I m keeping my promise)
When I'm in these churches, I gotta be dodging
These girls be so freaky they callin me Giannis (I gotta be dodging)
They see that double G, they see that Louis V
They see the crosses on me that's designer (ooh that's designer)
It be depressing, I look up to Jesus to give me some wisdom I need a reminder (I look up to Jesus)
The clock on the wall will fall fasho (fasho)
Please do not get your life stuck on a timer (please do not get it)
You say you taking the top off that s cap
That ain't no Bentley boy you got a visor (that ain t no Bentley)
I can tell that you be lying in your raps
You need the Bible to get a lil' wiser (you need the Word)
If you be fake, I can t give out no daps
Please do not do it, I'm not a high-fiver (please do not do it)
I just wanna be honest (honest)
I used to throw all my money at strippers and
All them folk knew me when I came in Onyx
Made a decision, I had to stop fishing, I used to be hooked, I aint talm bout no phonics
Aye I'm just saying I used to be playboy, I had to go leave all them bunnies Bionic
Let's go
I just wanna be honest (be honest)
I just wanna be honest (be honest)
I just wanna be honest (be honest)
Lemme talk to em, to em (lemme talk)
I just wanna be honest (be honest)
I just wanna be honest (be honest)
I just wanna be honest (let s go)
Let me tell you somethin (I just wanna talk)
I just wanna be honest (I just wanna)
I just wanna be honest (oh I just wanna)
I just wanna be honest (I just wanna)
I just wanna be honest
I just wanna be honest (be honest)
I just wanna be honest (I just wanna)
I just wanna be honest (I just wanna be)
Lemme tell you somethin' (let s go)
Okay, Okay
Okay okay
I just wanna talk
I do
I just wanna
I just wanna be honest
Be honest
I wanna be honest
Oh I just wanna
I just wanna be
I just wanna be honest
Video
Be Honest (feat. 1K Phew)
Meaning & Inspiration
1K Phew’s single, "Be Honest," released on January 1, 2022, as part of the *Be Honest (feat. 1K Phew) - Single* album, cuts straight to the core of authentic faith and transparent living. From the outset, Phew establishes his commitment to truth, declaring, "I only keep it one thousand," a direct reference to his stage name and a foundational principle of his message. The song isn't merely a casual reflection but a profound declaration of intent to live openly before God and others, setting a raw, confessional tone that defines its power. He emphasizes that the "1K" in his name isn't just for show, but signifies a dedication to an unwavering commitment to God, an aspiration many believers strive for, as echoed in Psalm 51:6, which speaks of God desiring truth in the innermost being.
The narrative of "Be Honest" unfolds as a compelling testament to the struggles and triumphs of a modern believer navigating a world often at odds with spiritual integrity. Phew immediately dives into his personal journey, acknowledging his mistakes yet affirming his redemption: "I done made plenty mistakes / But I am okay / Turns out I was born this way." This isn't an excuse but a vulnerable admission of human imperfection, ultimately pointing to a divine reshaping. This journey is underscored by his strong faith, "walking too strong in my faith," even when grappling with his past self, like the fleeting thrill of flying on the freeway. His confession of crying to sermons despite outward success – "How is it that I'm on top of the world? / But I'm in my room crying to sermons" – paints a vivid picture of the internal battles even seemingly blessed individuals face, resonating with the Psalmist’s cry for comfort in distress (Psalm 34:18). He lays bare his struggles with inadequacy, the devil’s persistent temptations, and the weight of personal issues, all while humbly admitting, "I'm only human / Yeah I need God." This deeply personal confession aligns with Romans 3:23, reminding us that all have fallen short, and crucially, points to the transformative grace available through Jesus Christ, as promised in 1 John 1:9 for those who confess their sins.
Central to the song's profound message is Phew's urgent call to a higher truth, presented through the powerful analogy of "the plug." He asserts, "I got the plug let me put you on / I promise it is enough / Sooner than later you gon' be filled up / The only ways up." This isn't about earthly connections or material gain but a spiritual lifeline, unequivocally referring to Jesus Christ as the ultimate source of life and fulfillment. His earnest query, "Would you believe me if I said he died for you?" is a direct invitation to consider the Gospel, a truth central to Christian faith and powerfully articulated in John 3:16 and Romans 5:8, highlighting God's immense love. Phew's desire to "show you love" and "confide you" reflects the heart of evangelism – drawing people into a relationship with Christ where promises are kept and genuine care is extended. He makes it clear that he's not speaking from a place of false modesty or pretense, but from a lived experience of God's faithfulness and enduring promises, a conviction foundational to all who trust in Hebrews 11:1.
The review of his past life further solidifies the authenticity of his message. Phew candidly recounts a period of indulgence, confessing, "I used to throw all my money at strippers and / All them folk knew me when I came in Onyx," alongside his "playboy" lifestyle. Yet, he declares a definitive break from these old ways: "Made a decision, I had to stop fishing, I used to be hooked... I had to go leave all them bunnies Bionic." This powerful testimony of repentance and transformation underscores the reality of a new life in Christ, a theme vibrantly celebrated in 2 Corinthians 5:17, which declares that "if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!" His honesty isn't just about revealing flaws but celebrating the freedom found in leaving them behind, urging others not to get their "life stuck on a timer" chasing fleeting worldly pleasures but to seek eternal wisdom through the Bible, as encouraged in 2 Timothy 3:16-17. He sharply critiques the prevalent fakery in the rap scene, distinguishing between genuine success and empty boasts, subtly challenging those who "be lying in your raps" to seek true wisdom and substance, something found only in God's Word, Proverbs 2:6 reminds us.
Ultimately, "Be Honest" stands as a vital anthem for transparency and genuine faith. It’s an urgent call for believers and non-believers alike to shed pretense, embrace vulnerability, and acknowledge their dependence on God. Phew’s repeated plea, "I just wanna be honest," becomes more than a hook; it's a spiritual manifesto. He speaks directly to the yearning for authenticity in a world often defined by filters and facades, offering a powerful reminder that true peace and understanding come from turning to Jesus. His journey—from past mistakes and internal struggles to a firm footing in God’s grace and an active commitment to sharing the "plug"—serves as an inspiring blueprint for anyone seeking real, lasting transformation and the profound freedom that comes with living a life fully surrendered to truth.