Manafest - Doomsday Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1
Never knew love 'til I knew pain, knew hate
Knew rage, knew they doomed if I'm too late
Overdue with the truth, get a new name
In a mood, I'ma move like I'm Wu-Tang
Fools hang my gang on a racket
Save my slang, then I ban, mic-check it
Face still stands 'til I make my exit
Am who I am for Him, I said it
Pre-Chorus
Is it too late for me? Please save a place for me
Fly me on angels wings, oh
Is it too late for me? Please save a place for me
Live for eternity, oh
Chorus
Doomsday, don't wait
It's yours, go to war, bring the ruckus for a change
Doomsday, don't faint
It's yours, go to war, bring the ruckus for a change
Post-Chorus
(For a change)
Verse 2
Fire-filled eyes and my fake fly, faith rise
Hands high, paid my sin so I can't die
Not a saint, but He paid for the same cry
Made a way, won't you come ride?
Thin line, our time is edit
No deals so sealed, no, no edit
This could be our last goodbye, so epic
This could be our last goodbye
Pre-Chorus
Is it too late for me? Please save a place for me
Fly me on angels wings, oh
Is it too late for me? Please save a place for me
Live for eternity, oh
Chorus
Doomsday, don't wait
It's yours, go to war, bring the ruckus for a change
Doomsday, don't faint
It's yours, go to war, bring the ruckus for a change
Bridge
Countin' down the days, thousands left to save
Nothin' left to say, come home
Can you hear me? Can you see me?
Reachin' out my hand to you
Diss me, kick me
Hate me singin' "Hallelujah"
I'm not walkin' away, I gotta tell it to ya
Don't push me away, away, away
Pre-Chorus
Is it too late for me?
Please save a place for me
Chorus
Doomsday, don't wait
It's yours, go to war, bring the ruckus for a change
Doomsday, don't faint
It's yours, go to war (It's yours, go to war)
Post-Chorus
Bring the ruckus for a change (For a change)
Bring the ruckus for a change (For a change)
Video
Dooms Day (Official Audio)
Meaning & Inspiration
Manafest’s "Doomsday," a compelling track from his 2024 album *Here I Am* released on April 19, offers a raw, urgent declaration of faith and purpose. The song dives headfirst into the profound transformation that occurs when one truly encounters divine love amidst personal brokenness, framing this shift as an immediate call to action. It articulates a journey from a past defined by pain, hate, and rage, to a new identity forged in Christ. The opening lines, "Never knew love 'til I knew pain, knew hate," succinctly capture this pivotal turning point, echoing biblical truths about the human condition and the redemptive power of God’s grace, as seen in passages like Romans 5:8, where "God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us." The urgency presented, "knew they doomed if I'm too late," is not about personal fear, but a passionate concern for others, urging a swift delivery of truth, indicative of the Great Commission found in Matthew 28:19-20. The declaration, "Am who I am for Him, I said it," firmly establishes a new foundation and unwavering commitment to this faith, a testament to the new creation described in 2 Corinthians 5:17.
The pre-chorus, with its poignant question, "Is it too late for me? Please save a place for me," gives voice to the universal human longing for salvation and eternal hope, a plea for God's mercy and inclusion in His everlasting kingdom, mirroring the repentant cries in Scripture that are met with divine promises of redemption and a place in heaven (John 14:2-3). The imagery of "Fly me on angels wings" beautifully evokes the desire for spiritual elevation and safety, while "Live for eternity" encapsulates the ultimate hope for believers. This personal yearning for grace transitions into the song's central, electrifying call to arms: the chorus. Here, "Doomsday" is powerfully redefined, shifting from a term of apocalyptic dread to an urgent summons for spiritual engagement. "Doomsday, don't wait, It's yours, go to war, bring the ruckus for a change" is a rallying cry for believers to take ownership of their faith and actively participate in the spiritual battle. It’s an exhortation to embrace the present moment as a crucial time for decision and impactful action, recognizing that the "day of the Lord" is not just a future event, but a present reality demanding spiritual warfare and bold proclamation (Ephesians 6:10-18). The phrase "bring the ruckus for a change" champions disrupting the comfortable status quo with the undeniable power and truth of the Gospel.
Verse two deepens this theme of transformation and evangelism, speaking of "Fire-filled eyes and my fake fly, faith rise," suggesting an authentic spiritual awakening that replaces outward pretense with genuine conviction. The lines, "Hands high, paid my sin so I can't die," are a direct reference to the profound impact of Christ's sacrifice, affirming the believer's freedom from the eternal consequences of sin through His atonement, as Romans 6:23 declares that "the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." A humble acknowledgment, "Not a saint, but He paid for the same cry," highlights the universal need for grace, extending an invitation to others: "Made a way, won't you come ride?" The urgency intensifies with "Thin line, our time is edit, No deals so sealed, no, no edit," underscoring the finality and preciousness of life and the crucial decisions made within it, much like the biblical reminder in Hebrews 9:27 that "it is appointed for man to die once, and after that comes judgment." The bridge serves as a fervent outreach, with "Countin' down the days, thousands left to save," expressing the deep burden for lost souls and the pressing need to share the Gospel before it is too late. Manafest passionately reaches out, "Can you hear me? Can you see me? Reachin' out my hand to you," mirroring God's persistent love and invitation to humanity. The lyrics acknowledge the potential for rejection ("Diss me, kick me, Hate me singin' 'Hallelujah'"), yet affirm an unwavering commitment to proclaiming truth, echoing the steadfastness called for in Matthew 5:11-12. This resilience is solidified with the powerful declaration, "I'm not walkin' away, I gotta tell it to ya," embodying the persistent and enduring spirit of evangelism, regardless of the cost, reinforcing the message of urgency and unwavering commitment to sharing the good news. "Doomsday" is ultimately an invigorating anthem for spiritual activism, challenging listeners to move beyond passive faith and engage boldly in their spiritual journey, making a tangible, kingdom-focused impact in their world.