Lose My Soul
tobyMac
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Man I wanna tell you all something, Man. Man I'm not gonna let these material thing's, get in my way, you all. I'm trying to get somewhere. I'm trying to get somewhere, That's real and pure and true and eternal. Father God, I am clay in your hands, Help me to stay that way through all life's demands, 'Cause they chip and they nag and they pull at me, And every little thing I make up my mind to be, Like I'm gonna be a daddy whose in the mix, And I'm gonna be a husband who stays legit, And I pray that I'm an artist who rises above, The road that is wide and filled with self love, Everything that I see draws me, Though it's only in You that I can truly see that its a feast for the eyes- a low blow to purpose. And I'm a little kid at a three ring circus. I don't want to gain the whole world, and lose my soul, Don't wanna walk away, let me hear the people say. I don't want to gain the whole world, and lose my soul, Don't wanna walk away, let me hear the people say. The paparazzi flashes, and that they think that it's you, But they don't know that who you are is not what you do, True, we get it twisted when we peak at the charts, Yo before we part from the start, Where's your heart? You a pimp, hustler? Tell me what's your title, America has no more stars, now we call them idols, You sit idle, While we teach prosperity, The first thing to prosper should be inside of me. We're free Not because of 22's on the range, But Christ came in range, we said yes now we changed, Not the same, even though I made a fall, Since I got that call, no more Saul, now I'm Paul. (YEP!) I don't want to gain the whole world, and lose my soul, Don't wanna walk away, let me hear the people say. I don't want to gain the whole world, and lose my soul, Don't wanna walk away, let me hear the people say. Don't wanna walk away, Don't wanna walk away How do I sense the tide that's rising? De-sensitizing me from living in light of eternity, How do I sense the tide that's rising? It's hypnotizing me from living in light of eternity, How do I sense the tide that's rising? De-sensitizing me from living in light of eternity. (Lord what we gonna do,We're relying on you, All eyes are on you Lord, All eyes are on you, all eyes are on you Jesus.) I don't want to gain the whole world, and lose my soul, Don't wanna walk away, let me hear the people say. (Don't let me lose my soul, my soul.) I don't want to gain the whole world, and lose my soul, (This is my honesty, Father, won't you cover me.) I don't want to gain the whole world, and lose my soul, (Don't wanna walk away, and all those people say) I don't want to gain the whole world, and lose my soul, (Don't wanna lose, I don't wanna lose my soul.) Lord forgive us when we get consumed by the things of this world, That fight for our love, and our passion, As our eyes are open wide and on you. Grant us the privilege of your world view, And may your kingdom be, what wakes us up, and lays us down. (Hallelujah, Don't wanna lose our soul, No, Don't wanna lose my soul.) Hey excuse me, I'm looking for the after party, Toby, Ha ha, yeah, last door on the left, you'll hear it. Thanks, No problem. Don't let me lose my soul, I never wanna walk away, I don't wanna lose my soul, No, no, no. Don't let me, don't let me, lose my soul, I don't wanna walk away, Don't let me walk away, Na na na na no, Don't let me lose, my soul, I'm never gonna walk away.
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Written by: Christopher E.. Stevens, Michael Ripoll, Toby McKeehan
Lyrics © Capitol CMG Publishing
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13 facts about this song
Song Origin"Lose My Soul" is a song by Christian rapper tobyMac. It features gospel singer Kirk Franklin and vocalist Mandisa.
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AlbumThe song appears on tobyMac's 2007 studio album "Portable Sounds."
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Chart Performance"Lose My Soul" hit number 2 on Billboard's Hot Christian Songs Chart in 2008.
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Critical AcclaimThe song received positive reviews for its contemporary sound, catchy melody, and inspiring message about maintaining one's spiritual integrity.
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Music VideoThe song's music video was directed by Scott Speer and features tobyMac performing the song at various locations in Los Angeles.
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Collaboration"Lose My Soul" marked the first time tobyMac collaborated with Kirk Franklin, a notable figure in the gospel music industry.
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MeaningThe song encourages listeners not to 'lose their souls' in pursuit of worldly success and material possessions.
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AwardsIn 2009, "Lose My Soul" was awarded 'Video of the Year' at the Dove Awards.
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Popular Among FansThis song is regularly performed at concerts by tobyMac and is well received by audiences.
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Inspirational LyricsThe lyrics were inspired by verses from the gospel, specifically Matthew 16:26: "What good will it be for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul?"
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Other ArtistsThe song also features Mandisa, another Christian artist who gained fame on the television show American Idol.
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Sharing the MessagetobyMac and Kirk Franklin have both cited the song as one they are particularly proud of, due to its resonant message.
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Songs ImpactSince its release, the song continues to resonate with listeners and is frequently used in religious settings for its strong spiritual message.
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