I've been blessed up (Sheesh)
I've been broke down (Oh yeah)
Gotta catch up (Yeah)
Gotta shine now (Okay)
Running faster (Oh yeah)
I can't slow down (Oh no)
Gotta catch up (Yeah)
Gotta shine now
'Cause I've been blessed up (Blessed up)
I've been broke down (Oh yeah)
Gotta catch up (Ayy)
Gotta shine now (Oh yeah)
Running faster (Faster)
I can't slow down (Oh no)
Gotta catch up (Yeah)
Gotta shine now
Hey, I got the juice
Wait a minute, run it back, I got the Truth
Real Talk to Rebel to Rehab
We been had it, don't mind that rehash, I'm teaching the youth
'Member we was always seeking His face
Running up the charts was never the race
Buy a ticket to the show and you might get to Heaven on it
Boy, we leaking, my grace dripping
Don't pull fours with the full state, tipping
Me and Wande about the Lone Star flipping
Man, the First Lady got our first lady on her playlist
I'm tripping
We too blessed
Hand of the Lord on the set
See what He finna do next
Shawty hit me on my jack and said, "Jump on the track!"
I said, "Run it up, I'm feeling blessed"
I've been blessed up (Sheesh)
I've been broke down (Oh yeah)
Gotta catch up (Yeah)
Gotta shine now (Okay)
Running faster (Oh yeah)
I can't slow down (Oh no)
Gotta catch up (Yeah)
Gotta shine now
'Cause I've been blessed up (Blessed up)
I've been broke down (Oh yeah)
Gotta catch up (Ayy)
Gotta shine now (Oh yeah)
Running faster (Faster)
I can't slow down (Oh no)
Gotta catch up (Yeah)
Gotta shine now
Yeah
Hun'ed bands, okay, okay (Got them chips, yeah)
Hun'ed bags, no layaway (Oh, it's lit, yeah)
All gon' pass, no, you can't save (Gotta dip, yeah)
Better pray your soul is safe, no escape (Yeah)
Seen the top and the lows (Ayy)
Hold me down, I'ma grow (Yeah)
You should peep who your woes
You exposed (Ayy), you a clone, that's appearance
Now your worth looking real low like a clearance
Got you giving up, whoa, where the perseverance?
Gotta stick to it even with the interference
Gotta stay prayed up, yeah, I'm talkin' 'bout the Spirit
Ooh yeah, ayy
That's what's up now, uh (Yeah)
I ain't gotta flex, no stunt now, uh (Yeah)
Yeah, I've been down, no bluff now, uh (Yeah)
Yeah, I've been down, but I'm up now, uh
So pull up with the test, won't flunk now
I ain't gotta stress, nah, I ain't gotta fuss now (Yeah)
I just gotta go and live my best "you know what" now, uh
'Cause I'm up now, uh
Yeah, yeah
I've been blessed up (Sheesh)
I've been broke down (Oh yeah)
Gotta catch up (Yeah)
Gotta shine now (Okay)
Running faster (Oh yeah)
I can't slow down (Oh no)
Gotta catch up (Yeah)
Gotta shine now
'Cause I've been blessed up (Blessed up)
I've been broke down (Oh yeah)
Gotta catch up (Ayy)
Gotta shine now (Oh yeah)
Running faster (Faster)
I can't slow down (Oh no)
Gotta catch up (Yeah)
Gotta shine now (Woo!)
Now, let me tell ya'll about really living blessed up (Blessed up)
You see, I've been at the lowest of lows
And I've been at the highest mountain tops
And the one thing that I found out is
It's not about the platform
It's not about the net worth
It's not about the paper chasing, but it's all about the purpose chasing
You see, what you've gone through has made you
And it's actually the reason why you blessed (Blessed up)
So go on and turn up the music
And don't stress, 'cause the season you're in right now, just give it a lil' time
And it'll prove you blessed (Mike Todd!)
(Blessed Up)
Blessed Up (Remix)
Blessed Up (Remix) Song Meaning, Biblical Reference and Inspiration
Lecrae's "Blessed Up (Remix)," featuring Wande and an outro by Mike Todd, is a powerful track that explores the journey from hardship to spiritual elevation. The song immediately establishes a dichotomy: the artist has "been blessed up" and "been broke down." This cyclical experience of highs and lows sets the stage for the central theme – that true blessing is not merely the absence of struggle, but often found within or as a result of overcoming it. The call to action, "Gotta catch up, Gotta shine now, Running faster, I can't slow down," signifies a renewed determination and forward momentum driven by this understanding.
The lyrics move beyond a simple declaration of being blessed to revealing the source of that blessing. References to "seeking His face" and having the "Truth" (a clear nod to Christ) highlight the spiritual foundation of the artist's perspective. The line "my grace dripping" reinforces the idea that this blessing is not earned but a result of divine favor. The mention of past projects like "Real Talk to Rebel to Rehab" connects this current message to Lecrae's established history of faith-based content, framing the remix not just as a new song, but a continuation and reaffirmation of his journey and message, teaching the youth about their inherent spiritual value.
The song effectively contrasts worldly pursuits with spiritual purpose. Lines discussing material wealth ("Hun'ed bands," "Hun'ed bags") are quickly countered with the truth that "All gon' pass, no, you can't save," urging listeners to prioritize their eternal state: "Better pray your soul is safe, no escape." This distinction between temporary earthly gains and eternal spiritual security is a cornerstone of the message. The focus shifts from external validation ("I ain't gotta flex, no stunt now") to internal resilience and spiritual strength ("Gotta stay prayed up, yeah, I'm talkin' 'bout the Spirit"). The declaration "Yeah, I've been down, but I'm up now" encapsulates the song's core narrative of overcoming adversity through faith.
The themes of perseverance, spiritual growth through trials, and finding strength in faith echo various scriptures. Passages like Romans 5:3-5, which speaks of suffering producing perseverance, perseverance producing character, and character producing hope, resonate strongly with the "broke down" to "blessed up" journey described. Philippians 4:12-13, where Paul speaks of learning to be content in all circumstances and being able to do all things through Christ who strengthens him, also aligns with the song's message of navigating highs and lows while maintaining spiritual momentum ("running faster, I can't slow down") and finding strength beyond oneself ("I ain't gotta stress, nah, I ain't gotta fuss now"). Seeking truth and spiritual guidance, as mentioned in the lyrics, reflects biblical calls to seek God's kingdom first (Matthew 6:33) and to be led by the Spirit (Galatians 5:25).
The remix features Wande contributing her perspective, adding another voice to the narrative of faith and overcoming challenges. The inclusion of Mike Todd for the concluding spoken word provides a powerful summary and reinforcement of the song's message. He articulates that being "blessed up" isn't defined by external metrics like "platform," "net worth," or "paper chasing," but by "purpose chasing." Todd emphasizes that the very struggles one has endured ("what you've gone through has made you") are precisely why they are blessed, encouraging listeners to embrace their journey and trust that their current season, though potentially difficult, is part of the process that proves their blessed state. The release of the song's video on April 13, 2021, further amplified this message visually, allowing the artists' expressions and the song's narrative to connect with a wider audience, inspiring them to recognize the spiritual depth of true blessing in their own lives, regardless of circumstance.
