Brothatone - Ride Lyrics
Lyrics
Chorus: PRo
Ain't no way that I'm gon' change
'Cause this my lane, so let 'em know
Go'n fan this fire to flames
'Cause I've been saved, so now I'm gon'
Ride, ride, ride, now I'm gon'
Ride, ride, ride, now I'm gon'
Ride, ride, ride, now I'm gon'
Ride, ride, ride, now I'm gon'
Verse 1: PRo
Gimme the beat, I'm goin' ham outta mayo
For the Prince of Peace, peace taste so sweet so le-leggo my Eggo
Don't quit till the King of Kings say so, 'cause he build me up like Legos
I'm a spit- spit truth till my life is through so cats kneel down and thank Him
Hit 'em harder harder with nothing but armor of The Lord, yes I gotta gotta go in and bat 'em with my sword
Chop chop choppin' in my body like I'm tryna make sushi with a little bit of Rahman Poppin'
Back for the King not chasing things, true believers know just what I mean
Stand tall just- just like Yao Ming, I'd die for this, nah mean?
Nah mean, dedicate my rhyme scheme
To the King of Kings, with a thought made everything
I mean everythang, you worship plenty change
To give a little bit away, I call that penny change
'Cause minus the name that all knees shall bow
Your good works = filthy bowels
With every noun and every vowel
I give him glory till I clock out
Chorus: PRo
Ain't no way that I'm gon' change
'Cause this my lane, so let 'em know
Go'n fan this fire to flames
'Cause I've been saved, so now I'm gon'
Ride, ride, ride, now I'm gon'
Ride, ride, ride, now I'm gon'
Ride, ride, ride, now I'm gon'
Ride, ride, ride, now I'm gon'
Verse 2: Brothatone
I'm a ride till the wheels fall off with the tint dark, hopin' y'all see me less
Cruise in the straight, lean to the narrow gate, gotta follow his way like a GPS
Got a 66 shooter you can say I'm strapped, treat the Bible like a Ruger keep it on my lap
If the flesh try and flex I'm a let it go clap; heaven on the map, I can't afford to go flat
Nah, I can't afford to go that; I done left sin, I can't afford to go back
Used to be the lost till The Lord found me, I give him everything now, I can't afford a low jack
I'm focused dawg, go so no doors, stroll with PRo no don't roll solo
So love God, I don't hold gun dro, exalt him so go like low PRo
His name we exalt, he is boss we need his cross
Many people try and take a different route till the gas run out, no he is lost
Other people try to say that he is false, got Christ in the jeep but he just flossed
His talk is talk, dawg he's just off, they speak hot air like heat exhaust
Nah, and they'll see me walk; flesh is dead, see me frost
Then one day I'll be raptured away, you'll miss that ride and see me off
That truth stay in my veins, uprooted in his rains
To please God is my aim and that's why I stay in my lane, mayne
Chorus: PRo
Ain't no way that I'm gon' change
'Cause this my lane, so let 'em know
Go'n fan this fire to flames
'Cause I've been saved, so now I'm gon'
Ride, ride, ride, now I'm gon'
Ride, ride, ride, now I'm gon'
Ride, ride, ride, now I'm gon'
Ride, ride, ride, now I'm gon'
Verse 3: Chad Jones
Please pardon my car alarm, whippin' on this road- road
Got the cross comin' to America, my Dad he's rich, he owns So Glow
The Gospel fuels my diesel, I'm run-walking like the feature
I'm super super fast and I feel I'm still saved then I'm back on another sequel
I done changed into a new creature and a transformer, call it beast mode
I'm a trip until Part 3, Christ's work is done, that's the prequel
It ain't fair, I got that cheat code, type G-R-A-C-E
Press down left left up up right right, hold X until the thing goes on
Verse 4: Canon
I'm on now, I don't care what you say, goin' up, the deuces
My mind is made up, I'm seeing clear like Blu-Ray
I am on my new day, new grace, new face
I'm gone so y'all don't go'n get left behind like Doomsday
Anybody wanna roll, come here; you look so loud you can sound like Timmy
We runnin' and we runnin' to the Father who can send somebody running to the Gates, how you like that Billy?
Who's gonna knock us? Who's gonna stop us? You, not you, you, Andy Milonakis
Down to the ground, pound for the pound, better roll with the Rock or be down for the count
Chorus; PRo
Ain't no way that I'm gon' change
'Cause this my lane, so let 'em know
Go'n fan this fire to flames
'Cause I've been saved, so now I'm gon'
Ride, ride, ride, now I'm gon'
Ride, ride, ride, now I'm gon'
Ride, ride, ride, now I'm gon'
Ride, ride, ride, now I'm gon'
Video
PRo - Ride Feat. Brothatone, Chad Jones & Canon (PSA Vol. 2 Mixtape)
Meaning & Inspiration
Brothatone's "Ride," featuring PRo, Chad Jones, and Canon, released on March 9, 2011, as part of the PSA Vol. 2 Mixtape, stands as a powerful declaration within Christian hip-hop, an anthem of unwavering dedication to faith. The track isn't merely a collection of verses; it's a unified proclamation, a call to live out salvation with relentless purpose. From its energetic beat to its uncompromising lyrics, "Ride" paints a vivid picture of the spiritual journey, emphasizing commitment, spiritual warfare, and the profound transformation found in Christ. Each artist contributes to a collective narrative of zeal and determination, making the song a potent reminder for anyone navigating their path of faith.
The core message of "Ride" revolves around an unyielding commitment to Jesus Christ and the Christian walk. The recurring chorus, "Ain't no way that I'm gon' change / 'Cause this my lane, so let 'em know / Go'n fan this fire to flames / 'Cause I've been saved, so now I'm gon' Ride," establishes the foundational theme. "This my lane" signifies a divinely appointed path, a conviction to stay true to the Gospel regardless of external pressures, echoing the sentiment of Romans 12:2, which urges believers not to conform to the pattern of this world. To "fan this fire to flames" speaks to evangelism and living a life so ablaze with faith that it inspires others, a direct output of being "saved." The repeated "Ride" becomes a metaphor for continuous, active obedience and perseverance in one's spiritual journey, mirroring the long-distance commitment required to "run with endurance the race that is set before us" as found in Hebrews 12:1.
PRo kicks off the first verse with an explosive energy, immediately declaring his dedication to the "Prince of Peace." His lines, "Don't quit till the King of Kings say so, 'cause he build me up like Legos," articulate reliance on God's sovereignty and empowering hand, suggesting a spiritual perseverance rooted in divine strength. He pledges to "spit truth till my life is through," embodying the call to be a witness for Christ (Acts 1:8). The imagery of battling with the "armor of The Lord" and "my sword" directly references Ephesians 6:10-18, where the "sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God," is a crucial defensive and offensive weapon in spiritual warfare. PRo critiques materialistic pursuits, labelling worldly gains as "penny change" when compared to the eternal value of Christ. He powerfully asserts that without Christ, all "good works = filthy bowels," echoing Isaiah 64:6 and emphasizing salvation by grace through faith, not by human effort. His resolve to give God glory with "every noun and every vowel" until he "clock[s] out" is a testament to total, lifelong devotion (1 Corinthians 10:31).
Brothatone's verse delves into the practicalities of living out this committed faith, employing driving metaphors to articulate the spiritual journey. He speaks of riding "till the wheels fall off" and following "his way like a GPS," illustrating relentless dedication and seeking divine guidance, a direct parallel to the narrow path Jesus describes in Matthew 7:13-14. His declaration of treating "the Bible like a Ruger" and keeping it "on my lap" powerfully conveys the Scriptures as both a weapon and an essential guide (Hebrews 4:12; Psalm 119:105), the "66 shooter" referring to the 66 books of the Bible. He speaks of overcoming the "flesh" (Galatians 5:16-17) and firmly leaving sin behind, unable to "afford to go back," reflecting Luke 9:62 about not looking back once putting one's hand to the plow. Brothatone also critiques superficial faith, contrasting genuine devotion with those who merely "floss" or speak "hot air like heat exhaust." His anticipation of being "raptured away" and seeing the "flesh is dead" provides an eternal perspective, reminding listeners of the ultimate hope in Christ's return (1 Corinthians 15:52). Ultimately, his aim is to "please God," which keeps him "in my lane," a simple yet profound declaration of purpose (Colossians 1:10).
Chad Jones brings a vivid picture of spiritual transformation and divine empowerment. He boldly proclaims his spiritual inheritance, referencing God as his rich "Dad" who "owns So Glow," illustrating the believer's identity as a child of God and heir to His promises. The "Gospel fuels my diesel" vividly portrays the good news of Christ as the driving force behind his life. He describes himself as a "new creature and a transformer, call it beast mode," directly referencing 2 Corinthians 5:17, where old things pass away and all things become new in Christ. Chad playfully yet profoundly likens God's grace to a "cheat code," spelling out G-R-A-C-E, highlighting that salvation is a divine gift, unmerited favor (Ephesians 2:8-9). This "cheat code" is not earned but freely given, allowing for an unstoppable spiritual advance that "ain't fair" in human terms.
Canon concludes the featured verses with an urgent, decisive tone, inviting others to join this profound journey. His mind is "made up," seeing "clear like Blu-Ray," signifying unwavering clarity and conviction in his faith. He speaks of a "new day, new grace, new face," affirming the transformative power of salvation and the fresh start it offers (2 Corinthians 6:2). Canon issues a clear warning not to be "left behind like Doomsday," emphasizing the urgency of choosing Christ. He then extends an open invitation: "Anybody wanna roll, come here," welcoming others to embark on this journey "runnin' to the Father." His rhetorical question, "Who's gonna knock us? Who's gonna stop us?" powerfully echoes Romans 8:31, which asks, "If God is for us, who can be against us?" The verse culminates with a powerful call to "roll with the Rock or be down for the count," a stark choice between building one's life on the unshakeable foundation of Christ (Matthew 7:24-27; 1 Corinthians 10:4) or facing spiritual defeat.
"Ride" is more than just a song; it's a collective declaration of faith, a rhythmic sermon that challenges and inspires. It masterfully weaves together individual testimonies into a cohesive narrative of dedication to Christ, spiritual warfare, and the abundant life found in following Him. The artists' passionate delivery and the song's relentless energy create an experience that compels one to examine their own commitment and consider the ultimate ride they are on. It’s a powerful reminder that the journey of faith is meant to be lived with purpose, conviction, and an unwavering gaze fixed on the King of Kings.