Christafari - Steppin' Outa Babylon Lyrics
Lyrics
Move y’all
Move from here
And make we go over there
Yeah! You got to beware
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Brrp, brrp, brrpy bup bup
Brrp, brrp, brrp, bup bup bup
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We steppin’ outta Babylon one by one
And steppin’ into Zion
We steppin’ outta of Babylon one by one
And steppin’ into Zion
‘Cause Babylon it just wants to steal your soul
And lure you with all of them bag of fools gold
But neva forget what the Revelator told
Yes, Zion is paved with streets of gold
So we steppin’ outta Babylon one by one
And steppin’ into Zion
We steppin’ outta of Babylon one by one
And steppin’ into Zion
Step out of darkness into the light
We steppin’ out of wickedness
To go do the right
Move y’all!
I say we steppin’ outta Babylon one by one
And steppin’ into Zion
We steppin’ outta of Babylon one by one
And steppin’ into Zion
Brrp, brrp, brrpy bup bup
Brrp, brrp, brrpy bup bup
Brrp, brrp, brrp, bup bup bup
Brrp, bup bup bup bup bup bup
Satan he just wants to steal your soul
To kill and destroy, yes that is his goal
But Jesus he just wants to make you whole
And give you a life so abundantly full
So we steppin’ outta Babylon one by one
And steppin’ into Zion
We steppin’ outta of Babylon one by one
And steppin’ into Zion
Babylon is burning
And satan is falling
But Jesus is coming
And Zion is calling
Move ya’ll!
We steppin’ outta Babylon one by one
And steppin’ into Zion
We steppin’ outta of Babylon one by one
And steppin’ into Zion
Satan he just wants to kill and destroy
To rob you from all of your peace and joy
But Yeshua He just wants to save your soul
To wash you clean and make you whole
Outta darkness into the light
So step out of wickedness
And do the right
Move y’all!
And so we steppin’ outta Babylon one by one
And steppin’ into Zion - eh!
We steppin’ outta of Babylon one by one
And steppin’ into Zion
Brrp, brrp, brrpy bup bup
Brrp, brrp, brrpy bup bup
Brrp, brrp, brrp, bup bup bup
Brrp, bup bup bup bup bup bup
Once Jah (God’s) love is flowing through your veins
Then I know you’ll never be the same - ooh yeah
Once Jah love is flowing through your veins - alright
Then I know you’ll never be the same
We steppin’ outta Babylon one by one
And steppin’ into Zion
We steppin’ outta of Babylon one by one
And steppin’ into Zion
So me say steppin’ outta Babylon one by one...
(Written by Mark Mohr)
Video
CHRISTAFARI - Steppin’ Outta Babylon (Official Music Video) | Christian Reggae
Meaning & Inspiration
Christafari’s "Steppin’ Outta Babylon," released on May 11, 2021, emerges as a powerful and urgent call to spiritual discernment and decisive action. From its opening declaration to "Move y’all" and "beware," the song immediately establishes a tone of necessary migration, a spiritual exodus from the world's influences into divine embrace. At its core, the track articulates the timeless biblical narrative of separation from sin and worldly systems, symbolized by "Babylon," and a pilgrimage towards God’s holy presence and promises, represented by "Zion." It is an anthem for believers worldwide, encouraging them to individually and collectively make a conscious choice to live for Christ amidst the pervasive pull of secularism.
The profound meaning embedded within "Steppin’ Outta Babylon" draws heavily from biblical metaphors that resonate deeply within Christian faith. "Babylon" is not merely a historical city; in Scripture, particularly in the prophetic books like Revelation, it symbolizes a system of worldliness, moral corruption, spiritual rebellion, and deceptive allurements that stand in opposition to God. It’s depicted as a place that "wants to steal your soul" and tempts with "fools gold," echoing the warnings of Matthew 16:26, "For what will it profit a man if he gains the whole world and forfeits his soul?" This contrast is sharpened by the vivid image of "Zion," which throughout the Bible represents God’s holy mountain, His heavenly city, and the dwelling place of the righteous—a place where "streets of gold" pave the way, a direct reference to Revelation 21:21, which speaks of the New Jerusalem. The song thus paints a clear picture: one path leads to emptiness and destruction, while the other leads to eternal truth and glory.
The message extends further into a clear-cut delineation of spiritual warfare. The song powerfully contrasts the malicious intentions of Satan, who "wants to kill and destroy" and "rob you from all of your peace and joy," with the redemptive and life-giving purpose of Jesus. This aligns perfectly with John 10:10, where Christ declares, "The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I came that they may have life and have it abundantly." The affirmation that Jesus, or "Yeshua," desires to "make you whole" and "wash you clean" speaks to the transformative power of salvation and sanctification, as found in Ephesians 5:26, "that he might sanctify her, having cleansed her by the washing of water with the word." This cleansing is not just a one-time event but a continuous process of "steppin’ out of darkness into the light" and "out of wickedness to go do the right," reflecting 1 Peter 2:9, which calls believers out of darkness into God's marvelous light.
As the song progresses, it builds towards an eschatological crescendo, portraying the ultimate triumph of good over evil. Phrases like "Babylon is burning / And satan is falling / But Jesus is coming / And Zion is calling" encapsulate the grand narrative of biblical prophecy. The burning of Babylon signifies its final judgment and destruction, as described in Revelation 18:8, while Satan's fall points to his definitive defeat (Luke 10:18). The coming of Jesus signifies the hope of His glorious return and the establishment of His eternal kingdom, where Zion stands as the eternal calling for all who follow Him. The ultimate transformation is promised when "Jah (God’s) love is flowing through your veins," ensuring that a person will "never be the same." This echoes the powerful declaration of 2 Corinthians 5:17, "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come." "Steppin’ Outta Babylon" is more than just a song; it's a stirring spiritual directive, a vivid reminder of the choices before us, and a joyful invitation to embrace the abundant life offered through faith, urging every individual to embark on their personal journey from the temporal allure of the world to the eternal glory of God’s presence.