From the recording Principles of Life
Letting the world know that we're living in the end times and Jesus Christ is coming soon.
Unpacking the Powerful Messaging of "What’s Going On" by Reborn Tha Rebizzle
For me, "What’s Going On" by Reborn Tha Rebizzle is more than just an eye-opening critique of society; it’s a call to action, an invitation to awaken and seek truth in a world steeped in deception. Each time I listen to the song, I’m compelled to reflect on the dire state of our world, and the urgent need to break free from the grasp of those who seek to control and manipulate us. In this article, we’ll delve into the lyrics, themes, and messages within the song, exploring why it’s a powerful piece of art that demands to be heard.
Dystopian Visions
The song begins by paints a bleak picture of human existence in the digital age. "Computer machines," trapped in "digital dreams," we’re warned that this virtual reality is warping our minds and frying our brains. The system, dominated by those in power, has created a prison mentality, blinding us to our spiritual visions and suffocating our free will. This is a thought-provoking commentary that resonates deeply, a reflection of our collective condition in a world where surveillance capitalism and social media saturation have become the norm. The lyrics "what’s going on, something’s wrong" feel like a primal scream against the status quo, crying out for change and questioning the very fabric of modern society.
Society’s Ills
In this dystopian landscape, Reborn Tha Rebizzle shines a light on some of the most disturbing aspects of contemporary culture. The glorification of "violence and materialism" is soundly criticized, as we’re encouraged to worship status symbols and covet endless possessions. The addictive properties of social media and mass consumerism are likened to "literal drugging," as if we’re all hooked on some sort of toxic euphoria. The lyrics caution against the dangers of following idols, be they figures of authority or fleeting fantasies, and instead urge listeners to seek "what’s real."
Corrupt Institutions
Nowhere is the rot and decay more evident than within the "wolves in sheep’s clothing"’ of religious and political institutions. These self-interest peddlers, wrapped in a cloak of credibility, peddle their toxic ideologies and manipulate the uninformed. The song spotlights the "blindness" they promote, leading people farther from the truth and their true potential. It is a scathing indictment, but one that rings resoundingly true in light of recent events and countless examples of institutional failure throughout history.
A Prophetic Warning
For me, the most thought-provoking aspect of "What’s Going On" is its clear warning of impending global collapse. The lyrics echo "time is running out, the end is approaching," as though the artist is channeling some sort of apocalyptic wisdom. The image "the dawn of the beast" is equally striking, evoking a sense of foreboding as the system of control rises to dominance. Despite this dire prognosis, Reborn Tha Rebizzle offers a glimmer of hope, urging "wake up", resist the status quo and seek "the light."
Conclusion and Reflection
In "What’s Going On," we’re presented with a nuanced and multifaceted view of the world, exposed to the "evils" that hide beneath the surface. However, this is not solely a bleak diagnosis; we’re also offered a glimmer of hope, reminding us that " freedom can be found", even in the darkest hours. For me, these lyrics have become a rousing call to action, inspiring me to be the change I hope to see in the world. I urge you: listen to the voice of Reborn Tha Rebizzle, allowing yourself to be moved, motivated, and transformed.
• What’s real? Is it this material world, or do we seek something more transcendental?
• Join the resistance! Confront the status quo; fight for freedom and don’t be silenced.
• Seek the truth, not just the surface of reality, but the eternal truths that lie beneath the surface.
The Freedom Fighter’s Cry
"You see, I’m more than just a rapper with a message, I am a freedom fighter. I spit the truth, and I will defy the liar, the liar is the system, control is the system, wake up, wake up!"
Lyrics
First, we lived as human beings
Now we walk like computer machines
Stuck in a digital dream.
Minds are being warped out
By this cyber age.
And brains are being fried
Like a microwave
Controlled by this system
Keeping our mental imprisoned
Blinding our spiritual visions
With deceptions they're giving
Life has became a big video game
And it's a shame how our free will
Is numbed like Novocain
No longer thinking for ourselves
Leads to self-destruction
Trusting in the system
That's full of deadly corruption
We're bugging
Cats love that image of thugging
Chicks go wild in the clubbing
With that bodily rubbing
The world no longer needs
Any chemical substance
Cause worshiping idols
Is their literal drugging
My God said
"My people are destroyed
For lack of knowledge."
And it's The Knowledge of the Truth
That can't be taught in college
That's why we must depend
Upon the wisdom of Christ
Keeps us being set free
From being imprisoned for Life
We better wake up and see
What's really going on
It's the dawn of the beast
When his system is born
The time is at hand
Like the sinking of sand
No man can stand the chance
For the coming of the end
But the day is coming
When the Lord shall return
Everything that is wicked
In the fire it shall burn
America is falling
Cause the States are no longer United
It's been infiltrated by these snakes
And now we're divided
These political leaders
And religious deceivers
They're wolves in sheep's clothing
Pretending to be true believers
With their worldly doctrines
Moved by their own lust
They fuss
On the dollar bill in God, We Trust
But it's not The God of Abraham
It's the god of the damn
In this systematic world
Souls became slaves to the man
Even industry rappers
Working for Mr. Big
He already got you suckers
And yar ain't even see what He did
Cause yar blinded by his lies
And falsify promises
Millions of dollars
And worldly providences
This system is cursed
We're doing back breaking work
We're working and we're hurting
Until we returned to the dirt.
But My God sent His Son
To bring us restoration
By revealing the Truth
That'll lead to Liberation
That's why we must depend
Upon the wisdom of Christ
Keeps us being set free
From being imprisoned for Life
We better wake up and see
What's really going on
It's the dawn of the beast
When his system is born
The time is at hand
Like the sinking of sand
No man can stand the chance
For the coming of the end
But the day is coming
When the Lord shall return
Everything that is wicked
In the fire it shall burn
I fight for my freedom
Cause I'm a freedom fighter
Spit Truth to beat the liar
The evil expires
When it's time to meet the Messiah
It shall retire
False things shall perish
In the lake of fire
The Word I'm spitting'em
Souls I'm winning'em
Props I'm getting'em
Our physical temples were made
For The Lord to live in'em
But sin interfere
Causing our perceptions to blear
Not aware that we were put here
To live beyond the square.
But we couldn't see
Because our minds were trapped
Rakim told yar to
Follow the leader in the days far back
The Real Leader
The Blood Bleeder
The Keeper
Jesus The Redeemer
The Soul Seeker
The Truth Speaker
I cursed this system
That started from Nimrod
It's a satanic prison
That trap souls from God
We're struggling
Barely to get by
And why
Trying to make ends meet
In the midst of this monetary genocide
See it kills
When life is all about paying bills
But it's time to spit the Truth
That Christ has Reveal
Christ came to set us free
From our harsh labor
By spilling Blood on The Cross
As Divine Favor
That's why we must depend
Upon the wisdom of Christ
Keeps us being set free
From being imprisoned for Life
We better wake up and see
What's really going on
It's the dawn of the beast
When his system is born
The time is at hand
Like the sinking of sand
No man can stand the chance
For the coming of the end
But the day is coming
When the Lord shall return
Everything that is wicked
In the fire it shall burn
