"GET OUT THERE!" Lyrics & Bible Points
"I’m Followin’ Jesus" (from the CD "GET OUT THERE!")
words and music by ©2005 Rob Biagi/BMI
On the road of life
There are two ways to go:
You can choose Abundant Life, or say,
“Whatever, dude – We’ll see how it goes…”
Now I don’t know about you
I just know about me
And I know what to do
If I wanna be free!
I’m followin’ Jesus – Jesus
I’m followin’ Jesus – Jesus
Down the road we go – it’s really rather odd
We can play it safe and slow – or fly through life with God!
I don’t know about you
And everyone’s goin’ that way
I just wanna be free
So I’m gonna walk by faith!
I’m followin’ Jesus – Jesus
I’m followin’ Jesus – Jesus!
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“I’m Followin’ Jesus” is a high-energy song about our part of choosing to follow and obey Christ.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: [‘80s rock band] The Police. Sparse guitars, an energetic chorus, bashing drums.
IF YOU’RE TEACHING:
- Obedience to Christ
- Following Christ
- Christian living
- Pressures of the world
KEY LYRIC: "I don’t know about you. I just know about me. And I know what to do if I wanna be free. I’m followin’ Jesus."
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Rob [the perfectionist] isn’t totally happy with the guitar work on this song.
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"On We Go (We Are Wild About God!)" (from the CD "GET OUT THERE!")
words and music by ©2005 Rob Biagi/BMI
God has a message – it’s a holy day! (echo)
God has salvation for each one who prays (echo)
to know Him – to trust Him
to take the lead in the joy stampede…so!
On we go! Woo – hoo – hoo!
We are wild about God! (group yells: “Yes! Wild about God!”)
On we go! Woo – hoo –hoo!
We are wild about God! (“Yes! Wild about God!”)
Jesus Messiah share Him with your friends (echo)
Share Him ‘til everyone has had the chance (echo)
To know Him – to trust Him
To take the lead in the joy stampede!
On we go! Woo – hoo – hoo!
We are wild about God! (group yells: “Yes! Wild about God!”)
On we go! Woo – hoo –hoo!
We are wild about God! (“Yes! Wild about God!”)
Esengo na n’Zambe means “joy with God”
On we go! Woo – hoo – hoo!
We are wild about God! (group yells: “Yes! Wild about God!”)
On we go! Woo – hoo –hoo!
We are wild about God! (“Yes! Wild about God!”)
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"On We Go” is a fun, African-style song about being devoted to God. Arguably the biggest hit on the album.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: [‘90s Disney Movie] “Lion King” sound. Heavy drums, grunts, happy-sounding flute, and a great bass guitar line.
IF YOU’RE TEACHING:
- Evangelism
- Salvation
- Christ the Messiah
- Joy
KEY LYRIC: " God has salvation for each one who prays to know Him - to trust Him - to take the lead in the joy stampede…"
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: The drummer on this song (David Owens) actually played drums in “The Lion King” stage play in Los Angeles.
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“Cool Guys, Groovy Girls” (from the CD "GET OUT THERE!")
words and music by Rob Biagi & Chris Barron ©2005 Rob Biagi/BMI, homebake music/BMI
Even the cool guys - even the groovy girls need Jesus
Even the cool guys - even the groovy girls can’t make it on their own to their eternal home
It’s true that in the end – you need a famous Friend, so
Even the cool guys - even the groovy girls need Jesus!
If you’re cool, you’re cool – and that’s cool – but don’t be a fool, because
coolness on the earth actually is not worth anything to the King
God gave us the answer – one day, eventually
We’ll stand before His glory
And here is the Guarantee:
Even the cool guys - even the groovy girls need Jesus
Even the cool guys - even the groovy girls can’t make it on their own to their eternal home
It’s true that in the end – you need a famous Friend, so
Even the cool guys - even the groovy girls need Jesus!
If you’re popular, you’re popular – spectacular – but don’t be a fool, thinkin’
That you’ve got “the stuff,” and that you’re good enough to earn your way
There ain’t no way, ‘cause
God gave us the answer – God gave us the facts
It’s not how many “homies” have “got your back”
Even the cool guys - even the groovy girls need Jesus
Even the cool guys - even the groovy girls can’t make it on their own to their eternal home
It’s true that in the end – you need a famous Friend, so
Even the cool guys - even the groovy girls need Jesus!
They need a Savior, a Forgiver, a Redeemer
It’s true that in the end – you need a famous Friend, so
Even the cool guys - even the groovy girls…need Jesus!
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“Cool Guys, Groovy Girls” is a funky, Christian “cup of cold water to the face” of pop culture.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: ‘70s funk. Steady drum beat, cool bass line. Funky guitars, killer vocal stacks.
IF YOU’RE TEACHING:
- Obedience to Christ
- Salvation
- Pop culture’s foolishness
- Jesus the Exclusive Savior
KEY LYRIC: "God gave us the answer – one day, eventually – we’ll stand before his glory and here is the Guarantee: Even the cool guys, even the groovy girls need Jesus…"
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Rob did all of the background vocals himself by overdubbing his voice 12 times.
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"Before I Go, I Stop" (from the CD "GET OUT THERE!")
words & music by Rob Biagi ©2005 Rob Biagi/BMI
Before I go – go – go, I stop
Before I go – go – go, I stop
Before I go – I stop
I don’t want my day to flop
Before I go – go – go, I stop
Before I run – run – run, I walk
Before I run – run – run, I walk
Before I run, I walk
I sit with the Lord and talk
Before I run – run – run, I walk
And then I go all out
Beyond any doubt
I want my life to SHOUT
“God is alive in me!” (repeat)
And then I go all out
Beyond any doubt
I want my life to SHOUT
“God is alive in me!” (repeat)
Before I split – split – split, I chill
Before I split – split – split, I chill
Before I split, I chill
I say, “Father – have your will.”
Before I go–go–go…I stop
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“Before I Go, I Stop” is a very fast, hard-rockin’ song about “going all out” for God.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: 1990’s “alternative rock” sound. Heavy guitars, bashing drums, and a very fast tempo.
IF YOU’RE TEACHING:
- Prayer
- Devotion to God
- Courage
KEY LYRIC: "…I go all out. Beyond any doubt. I want my life to SHOUT, ‘God is alive in me!’”
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Rob had a head cold when he recorded this vocal. Can you tell?
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"Trust in the Lord (Proverbs 3:5-6)" (from the CD "GET OUT THERE!")
words and music by ©2005 Rob Biagi/BMI
trust in the Lord with all your heart
and lean not on your own understanding
in all your ways acknowledge Him
and He will make your paths straight
trust in the Lord with all your heart
and lean not on your own understanding
in all your ways acknowledge Him
and He will make your paths straight!
once you begin that way
don’t you ever, ever stray
you’ll be on your way to an amazing life!
once you begin that way
don’t you ever, ever stray
you’ll be on your way to eternal life!
[piano solo]
once you begin that way
don’t you ever, ever stray
you’ll be on your way to an amazing life!
once you begin that way
don’t you ever, ever stray
you’ll be on your way to eternal life!
trust in the Lord with all your heart
and lean not on your own understanding
in all your ways acknowledge Him
and He will make your paths straight!
He will make your paths straight…
He will make your paths straight!
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“Trust in the Lord” is an upbeat, Motown-sounding song based on Proverbs 3:5-6.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: 1960’s “Motown” sound. Shuffle beat, lots of bass, bright piano, and lots of cool background vocal stacks, echoes, and shouts.
IF YOU’RE TEACHING:
- Trust
- Bible Memorization
- The Book of Proverbs
KEY LYRIC: " Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight."
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Rob wanted to sing the whole song like [Doobie Brothers vocalist] Michael McDonald, but his wife Kathleen talked him out of it.
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"I Won’t Turn My Back on You" (from the CD "GET OUT THERE!")
words and music by ©2005 Rob Biagi/BMI
I won’t turn my back on You
I won’t turn my back on You
Whatever we do – whatever life takes us through
I won’t turn my back on You
God answers prayers three ways:
“Yes,” “No,” or “not today”
God says, “Do you trust Me all the way!”
God answers prayers three ways:
“Yes,” “No,” or “not today”
God says, “Hey – trust Me all the way!”
God says, “Approach Me with courage, not fear.”
He know my true needs
No matter what, I’m staying right here!
I won’t turn my back on You
I won’t turn my back on You
Whatever we do – whatever life takes us through
I won’t turn my back on You
God answers prayers three ways:
“Yes,” “No,” or “not today”
God says, “Do you trust Me all the way!”
God answers prayers three ways:
“Yes,” “No,” or “not today”
God says, “Hey – trust Me all the way!”
God says, “Approach Me with courage, not fear.”
He know my true needs
No matter what, I’m staying right here!
I won’t turn my back on You
I won’t turn my back on You
Whatever we do – whatever life takes us through
I won’t turn my back on You
If You allow something, it is Your will.
If Your answer’s “Nope,” I will worship You still…
I won’t turn my back on You
I won’t turn my back on You
Whatever we do – whatever life takes us through
I won’t turn my back on You
Wherever we go – there’s one thing I know You know…
I won’t turn my back on You!
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“I Won’t Turn My Back on You” is an upbeat, Motown-rock song about devotion to God in good times and bad.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: 1960’s “Motown” sound with rock stylings. Quarter-note beat, funky bass, innovative guitar work, and a loud, solid vocal performance.
IF YOU’RE TEACHING:
- Perseverance
- Faithfulness
- Love, Joy, Peace, Patience (Fruit of the Spirit)
KEY LYRIC: " If You allow something, it is Your will. If Your answer’s “Nope,” I will worship You still…"
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Rob wrote this song with the choreography in mind. He thought, “I don’t have any songs about turning. It would be fun to see audience kids turning.”
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"I Don’t Want to Watch Things" (from the CD "GET OUT THERE!")
words and music by ©2005 Rob Biagi/BMI
Jesus - I don’t want to watch things, I want to do things with You
I don’t want to watch things, I want to do things with You
Not like the multitudes who ate the food
I want to be a kid who passes out the food (one for you, one for you…)
Not like the multitudes who waved to You
I want to be a kid who walks with You!
I don’t want to watch things, I want to do things with You
I don’t want to watch things, I want to do things with You
Not like the people who forget You
I want to be a kid who senses you everywhere
Not like the people who make you cry
I want to be a kid who lifts your Spirit high…Oh…
I don’t want to watch things, I want to do things with You
I don’t want to watch things, I want to do things with You
Do things with You
Do things with You
[Whistling “outro”]
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"I Don’t Want to Watch Things" is a bright, quirky song about being involved [not a spectator] in the work of God on planet earth.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: 1980’s band “The Cure.” Lazy, quirky vocals sitting on top of a dancing piano track with bouncy guitars.
IF YOU’RE TEACHING:
- Being a “doer” of the word (James 1:22 “Don’t just hear the word of God…do what it says.”
- Serving Christ
- Faith in action
- Dependability
KEY LYRIC: " Not like the multitudes who waved to You. I want to be a kid who walks with You!"
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Rob arranged the instruments on this song to sound like “The Lovecats” by the ‘80s English band The Cure. He even had a head cold when he recorded the vocal, which helped accomplish the “Cure” vibe [that guy has a "nasal-y" voice].
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"Psalm 33 (We Are Trusting)" (from the CD "GET OUT THERE!")
words and music by ©2005 Rob Biagi/BMI
In You our hearts rejoice
In You our hearts rejoice
For we are trusting in Your name
In You our hearts rejoice
We depend on You, Lord
We depend on You
For we are trusting in Your name
We depend on You
Our hope is in You, Lord
Our hope is in You, Lord
For we are trusting in Your name
Our hope is in You, Lord (repeat)
In You our hearts rejoice
In You our hearts rejoice
For we are trusting in Your name
In You our hearts rejoice
For we are trusting in Your name
In You our hearts rejoice
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"Psalm 33 (We Are Trusting)" is a simple adoration-worship song based on three verses from Psalm 33.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: a slow waltz with a rock band sound. A simple-but-beautiful melody.
IF YOU’RE TEACHING:
- Trusting God
- Joy/Rejoicing in God
- Worship
KEY LYRIC: "…we are trusting in Your name, in You our hearts rejoice."
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Rob tried to join the “choir” recording the background vocals, but the “choir” kicked Rob out of the session [his voice wasn’t blending with theirs].
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"Burger Meal" (from the CD "GET OUT THERE!")
words and music by ©2005 Rob Biagi/BMI
I’m in luck! I got three bucks.
God says, “give – and I’ll bless you.”
Woohoo – score! I got three more.
Now I can buy myself a burger, too.
I couldn’t spend it all on myself
It all comes from God and nobody else
I get my parents to go out with me, and I say,
I’d like 2 of meal number three!
Who’s gonna get this burger meal?
Who’s gonna get these fries?
Who’s gonna get that Jesus’ love is supersize?!
Who’s gonna get this burger meal?
Who’s gonna get this pop?
Who’s gonna get that Jesus’ love is non-stop?!”
So many items on the menu
So you pick out two of them and then you…
Say, “Here you go, sir,” or “here you go, ma’am.
I’m just representin’ Jesus – givin’ all I can, oh yeah.
I am kind, ‘cause I’ve filled my mind
With God’s Spirit and God’s word, and
It’s no biggie, to give a little money – (or food…)
I must live out all those things I’ve learned
I couldn’t spend it all on myself
It all comes from God and nobody else
I get my parents to go out with me, and I say,
I’d like 2 of meal number three!
Who’s gonna get this burger meal?
Who’s gonna get these fries?
Who’s gonna get that Jesus’ love is supersize?!
Who’s gonna get this burger meal?
Who’s gonna get this pop?
Who’s gonna get that Jesus’ love is non-stop?!”
So many items on the menu
So you pick out two of them and then you…
Say, “Here you go, sir,” or “here you go, ma’am.
I’m just representin’ Jesus – givin’ all I can.
[spoken outro]: You know, it doesn’t have to be a burger meal. You could give away nutritious food if you want to – or clothes or toys or games. You know – the “extra stuff” that you’ve got that you don’t really need. Or how about love? – a smile, a hug – respect and obedience? “Thank you, Mom…” “I’d be DELIGHTED to help you, Dad!” (read 1 Chronicles 29:11)
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"Burger Meal" is a bright, happy pop/rock song about giving.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: Shuffle feel. Funk/rock stylings. Good guitar part with lots of background vocals.
IF YOU’RE TEACHING:
- Giving
- Evangelism
- Sacrifice
KEY LYRIC: "I couldn’t spend it all on myself. It all comes from God and nobody else."
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: In the recording studio, the band wanted to make this song more “dark” and “minor-key-sounding.” Rob insisted, “It’s a song about a Happy Meal. It has to be happy-sounding!”
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"I’m God’s Kid!" (from the CD "GET OUT THERE!")
words and music by ©2005 Rob Biagi/BMI
Do you know – do you know Whose you are?
Do you know – do you know Whose you are?
If you did – you’d say – “I won’t behave that way,
‘Cause this kid – was created – to glorify God!”
Do you know – do you know Whose you are?
Do you know – do you know Whose you are?
If you did – you’d say – “I won’t eat that today!”,
‘Cause this bod – was ‘creatod’ – to glorify God!” [laughs]
Whose kid are you? I’m God’s kid!
Whose kid are you? I’m God’s kid!
Whose kid are you? I’m God’s spectacular kid!
Whose kid are you? I’m God’s kid!
Whose kid are you? I’m God’s kid!
Whose kid are you? I’m God’s spectacular kid!
Glorify God!
Now you know – now you know Whose you are!
Now you know – now you know Whose you are!
Since you do – you know – to turn off that t.v. show,
Behave, be brave, & glorify God!
Whose kid are you? I’m God’s kid!
Whose kid are you? I’m God’s kid!
Whose kid are you? I’m God’s spectacular kid!
Whose kid are you? I’m God’s spectacular kid!
God’s spectacular kid!
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"I’m God’s Kid!" is a happy, mid-tempo song about the joy of being a child of God.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: Mid-tempo ‘60s pop/rock. Modulating chords and vocal harmonies. Tambourine. Good bass line.
IF YOU’RE TEACHING:
- Your identity in Christ
- Salvation
- Obedience
- Courage
KEY LYRIC: "…do you know Whose you are?"
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Rob wrote this song on his portable Yamaha keyboard very quickly, grabbing chords on the keyboard as the “1960s rock” drum pattern played.
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"You and Me, Me and You" (from the CD "GET OUT THERE!")
words and music by ©2005 Rob Biagi/BMI
I was created to do good works
I’m ready to get out there!
I know You love my help with Your work
I’ll start with a sincere prayer
You won’t lie to me – with You I can’t go wrong, oh…
You won’t lie to me – with You I’ll grow up strong (spoken: “Lord, show me today’s adventure!”)
It’s You and me – me and You – but it’s mostly You
It’s You and me – me and You – but it’s mostly You
Followin’ Jesus – doin’ good deeds
Everybody out there!
He is the Leader – He always succeeds
The battle plan is prepared
You won’t lie to me – with You I can’t go wrong, oh…
You won’t lie to me – with You I’ll grow up strong (spoken: “Lord, You are in command…”)
It’s You and me – me and You – but it’s mostly You (whoa–whoa–whoa)
It’s You and me – me and You – but it’s mostly You (and I’m followin’ – that’s right)
It’s You and me – me and You – but it’s mostly You (whoa–whoa–whoa)
It’s You and me – me and You – but it’s mostly You
I want to fly through life with You
I want to do great things
I want to “play along” with You
Can’t wait to see what You bring (spoken: I promise – I won’t forget that…)
It’s You and me – me and You – but it’s mostly You (whoa–whoa–whoa)
It’s You and me – me and You – but it’s mostly You
It’s You and me – me and You – but it’s mostly You (whoa–whoa–whoa)
It’s You and me – me and You – but it’s mostly You
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"You and Me, Me and You" is a disco song about Ephesians 2:10 [we are God’s workmanship].
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: “Philly Disco.” ‘70s-sounding. Happy, “major-chord” tonality and a killer bass line.
IF YOU’RE TEACHING:
- Good works [not to earn salvation, but out of a “glad heart.”]
- The adventure of following Christ
- The power [sovereignty] of God
- Obedience to God
KEY LYRIC: " It’s You and me – me and You – but it’s mostly You."
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: The bass guitar riff going into the bridge of this song is some of the finest bass guitar work Rob has ever heard. Rob says, “Surely you agree…?”
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"Sometimes I Sing" (from the CD "GET OUT THERE!")
words and music by ©2005 Rob Biagi/BMI
Sometimes I sing songs of joy
When I think about what you have done
And the way that you are blessing me
Sometimes I sing songs of joy
When everything makes sense, and life is full of peace
But that’s not all the time; that’s not every day
Happiness does not last, so I must pray, and say
Thank you Lord, in everything
You allow just what I need
Thank you Lord, in everything
And all I want to do is bring some joy to You, my Savior
Sometimes I cry tears of pain
When everything seems hopeless
And I feel you have gone away
Sometimes I cry tears of pain
When all my sin and burden take me away
But that’s not all the time; that’s not every day
Pain and sorrow do not last, so I will pray
Thank you Lord, in everything
You allow just what I need
Thank you Lord, in everything
And all I want to do is bring some joy to You, my Savior
And when I celebrate, when life feels great, yeah!
You rejoice and sing with me
And when I cry like the tears won’t end
You take me under your wing – and I feel safe again…
Sometimes I sing songs of joy
When I think about what you have done
And the way that you are blessing me
Sometimes I sing songs of joy
When everything makes sense, and life is full of peace – But that’s not
all the time; that’s not every day…but one day it will be!
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"Sometimes I Sing" is a slow-tempo, reflective, acoustic-band "listening song" about walking with Christ through the ups and downs of life.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: Contemporary Christian. Acoustic and electric guitars, lots of moving parts. Piano embellishments.
IF YOU’RE TEACHING:
- The ups and downs of life
- God’s faithfulness
- Thanking God “in all circumstances”.
KEY LYRIC: " when I celebrate, when life feels great, yeah! You rejoice and sing with me
And when I cry like the tears won’t end, You take me under your wing – and I feel safe again."
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Rob cried four times while trying to record the second verse of this song. The recording engineer couldn’t understand what was going on. Rob finally pulled it together and nailed the vocal.
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"Get Out There!" (from the CD "GET OUT THERE!")
words and music by Rob Biagi ©2005 Rob Biagi/BMI
get out there!
most people stay in the boat
afraid of the wind and the crashing sea
but Jesus knows how to keep you afloat
what kind of Christian do you want to be?
God will not mislead
live your faith high speed
get out there…
get out there!
God can see you trying to hide
so ‘shine your glory’ and shake things up!
Jesus will give you a rocket-blast ride
if you agree to get “fired up”!
God will not mislead
live your faith high speed
get out there…
get out there!
ready, set: get out there!
God says, “you’ve got what it takes!”
and He’ll help you fight off the enemy
God may ask you to ‘walk on a lake’
or practice wild Christianity
God will not mislead
live your faith high speed
get out there…
get out there!
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“GET OUT THERE!” is a hard rockin’ encouragement go “live a bold, uncompromising life for Christ.”
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: ‘70s rock. Wild guitar flourishes, “somewhat-screaming” vocals, pounding drums.
IF YOU’RE TEACHING:
- Representing Jesus [in a James 1:22 kind of way]
- Living your faith
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KEY LYRIC: " most people stay in the boat, afraid of the wind and the crashing sea. Jesus knows how to keep you afloat. What kind of Christian do you want to be? God will not mislead. Live your faith high speed. GET OUT THERE!”
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Rob now wishes he hadn’t produced this song to sound like [vulgar, worldly rock band] Van Halen.
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words and music by ©2005 Rob Biagi/BMI
On the road of life
There are two ways to go:
You can choose Abundant Life, or say,
“Whatever, dude – We’ll see how it goes…”
Now I don’t know about you
I just know about me
And I know what to do
If I wanna be free!
I’m followin’ Jesus – Jesus
I’m followin’ Jesus – Jesus
Down the road we go – it’s really rather odd
We can play it safe and slow – or fly through life with God!
I don’t know about you
And everyone’s goin’ that way
I just wanna be free
So I’m gonna walk by faith!
I’m followin’ Jesus – Jesus
I’m followin’ Jesus – Jesus!
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“I’m Followin’ Jesus” is a high-energy song about our part of choosing to follow and obey Christ.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: [‘80s rock band] The Police. Sparse guitars, an energetic chorus, bashing drums.
IF YOU’RE TEACHING:
- Obedience to Christ
- Following Christ
- Christian living
- Pressures of the world
KEY LYRIC: "I don’t know about you. I just know about me. And I know what to do if I wanna be free. I’m followin’ Jesus."
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Rob [the perfectionist] isn’t totally happy with the guitar work on this song.
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"On We Go (We Are Wild About God!)" (from the CD "GET OUT THERE!")
words and music by ©2005 Rob Biagi/BMI
God has a message – it’s a holy day! (echo)
God has salvation for each one who prays (echo)
to know Him – to trust Him
to take the lead in the joy stampede…so!
On we go! Woo – hoo – hoo!
We are wild about God! (group yells: “Yes! Wild about God!”)
On we go! Woo – hoo –hoo!
We are wild about God! (“Yes! Wild about God!”)
Jesus Messiah share Him with your friends (echo)
Share Him ‘til everyone has had the chance (echo)
To know Him – to trust Him
To take the lead in the joy stampede!
On we go! Woo – hoo – hoo!
We are wild about God! (group yells: “Yes! Wild about God!”)
On we go! Woo – hoo –hoo!
We are wild about God! (“Yes! Wild about God!”)
Esengo na n’Zambe means “joy with God”
On we go! Woo – hoo – hoo!
We are wild about God! (group yells: “Yes! Wild about God!”)
On we go! Woo – hoo –hoo!
We are wild about God! (“Yes! Wild about God!”)
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"On We Go” is a fun, African-style song about being devoted to God. Arguably the biggest hit on the album.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: [‘90s Disney Movie] “Lion King” sound. Heavy drums, grunts, happy-sounding flute, and a great bass guitar line.
IF YOU’RE TEACHING:
- Evangelism
- Salvation
- Christ the Messiah
- Joy
KEY LYRIC: " God has salvation for each one who prays to know Him - to trust Him - to take the lead in the joy stampede…"
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: The drummer on this song (David Owens) actually played drums in “The Lion King” stage play in Los Angeles.
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“Cool Guys, Groovy Girls” (from the CD "GET OUT THERE!")
words and music by Rob Biagi & Chris Barron ©2005 Rob Biagi/BMI, homebake music/BMI
Even the cool guys - even the groovy girls need Jesus
Even the cool guys - even the groovy girls can’t make it on their own to their eternal home
It’s true that in the end – you need a famous Friend, so
Even the cool guys - even the groovy girls need Jesus!
If you’re cool, you’re cool – and that’s cool – but don’t be a fool, because
coolness on the earth actually is not worth anything to the King
God gave us the answer – one day, eventually
We’ll stand before His glory
And here is the Guarantee:
Even the cool guys - even the groovy girls need Jesus
Even the cool guys - even the groovy girls can’t make it on their own to their eternal home
It’s true that in the end – you need a famous Friend, so
Even the cool guys - even the groovy girls need Jesus!
If you’re popular, you’re popular – spectacular – but don’t be a fool, thinkin’
That you’ve got “the stuff,” and that you’re good enough to earn your way
There ain’t no way, ‘cause
God gave us the answer – God gave us the facts
It’s not how many “homies” have “got your back”
Even the cool guys - even the groovy girls need Jesus
Even the cool guys - even the groovy girls can’t make it on their own to their eternal home
It’s true that in the end – you need a famous Friend, so
Even the cool guys - even the groovy girls need Jesus!
They need a Savior, a Forgiver, a Redeemer
It’s true that in the end – you need a famous Friend, so
Even the cool guys - even the groovy girls…need Jesus!
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“Cool Guys, Groovy Girls” is a funky, Christian “cup of cold water to the face” of pop culture.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: ‘70s funk. Steady drum beat, cool bass line. Funky guitars, killer vocal stacks.
IF YOU’RE TEACHING:
- Obedience to Christ
- Salvation
- Pop culture’s foolishness
- Jesus the Exclusive Savior
KEY LYRIC: "God gave us the answer – one day, eventually – we’ll stand before his glory and here is the Guarantee: Even the cool guys, even the groovy girls need Jesus…"
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Rob did all of the background vocals himself by overdubbing his voice 12 times.
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"Before I Go, I Stop" (from the CD "GET OUT THERE!")
words & music by Rob Biagi ©2005 Rob Biagi/BMI
Before I go – go – go, I stop
Before I go – go – go, I stop
Before I go – I stop
I don’t want my day to flop
Before I go – go – go, I stop
Before I run – run – run, I walk
Before I run – run – run, I walk
Before I run, I walk
I sit with the Lord and talk
Before I run – run – run, I walk
And then I go all out
Beyond any doubt
I want my life to SHOUT
“God is alive in me!” (repeat)
And then I go all out
Beyond any doubt
I want my life to SHOUT
“God is alive in me!” (repeat)
Before I split – split – split, I chill
Before I split – split – split, I chill
Before I split, I chill
I say, “Father – have your will.”
Before I go–go–go…I stop
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“Before I Go, I Stop” is a very fast, hard-rockin’ song about “going all out” for God.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: 1990’s “alternative rock” sound. Heavy guitars, bashing drums, and a very fast tempo.
IF YOU’RE TEACHING:
- Prayer
- Devotion to God
- Courage
KEY LYRIC: "…I go all out. Beyond any doubt. I want my life to SHOUT, ‘God is alive in me!’”
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Rob had a head cold when he recorded this vocal. Can you tell?
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"Trust in the Lord (Proverbs 3:5-6)" (from the CD "GET OUT THERE!")
words and music by ©2005 Rob Biagi/BMI
trust in the Lord with all your heart
and lean not on your own understanding
in all your ways acknowledge Him
and He will make your paths straight
trust in the Lord with all your heart
and lean not on your own understanding
in all your ways acknowledge Him
and He will make your paths straight!
once you begin that way
don’t you ever, ever stray
you’ll be on your way to an amazing life!
once you begin that way
don’t you ever, ever stray
you’ll be on your way to eternal life!
[piano solo]
once you begin that way
don’t you ever, ever stray
you’ll be on your way to an amazing life!
once you begin that way
don’t you ever, ever stray
you’ll be on your way to eternal life!
trust in the Lord with all your heart
and lean not on your own understanding
in all your ways acknowledge Him
and He will make your paths straight!
He will make your paths straight…
He will make your paths straight!
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“Trust in the Lord” is an upbeat, Motown-sounding song based on Proverbs 3:5-6.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: 1960’s “Motown” sound. Shuffle beat, lots of bass, bright piano, and lots of cool background vocal stacks, echoes, and shouts.
IF YOU’RE TEACHING:
- Trust
- Bible Memorization
- The Book of Proverbs
KEY LYRIC: " Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight."
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Rob wanted to sing the whole song like [Doobie Brothers vocalist] Michael McDonald, but his wife Kathleen talked him out of it.
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"I Won’t Turn My Back on You" (from the CD "GET OUT THERE!")
words and music by ©2005 Rob Biagi/BMI
I won’t turn my back on You
I won’t turn my back on You
Whatever we do – whatever life takes us through
I won’t turn my back on You
God answers prayers three ways:
“Yes,” “No,” or “not today”
God says, “Do you trust Me all the way!”
God answers prayers three ways:
“Yes,” “No,” or “not today”
God says, “Hey – trust Me all the way!”
God says, “Approach Me with courage, not fear.”
He know my true needs
No matter what, I’m staying right here!
I won’t turn my back on You
I won’t turn my back on You
Whatever we do – whatever life takes us through
I won’t turn my back on You
God answers prayers three ways:
“Yes,” “No,” or “not today”
God says, “Do you trust Me all the way!”
God answers prayers three ways:
“Yes,” “No,” or “not today”
God says, “Hey – trust Me all the way!”
God says, “Approach Me with courage, not fear.”
He know my true needs
No matter what, I’m staying right here!
I won’t turn my back on You
I won’t turn my back on You
Whatever we do – whatever life takes us through
I won’t turn my back on You
If You allow something, it is Your will.
If Your answer’s “Nope,” I will worship You still…
I won’t turn my back on You
I won’t turn my back on You
Whatever we do – whatever life takes us through
I won’t turn my back on You
Wherever we go – there’s one thing I know You know…
I won’t turn my back on You!
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“I Won’t Turn My Back on You” is an upbeat, Motown-rock song about devotion to God in good times and bad.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: 1960’s “Motown” sound with rock stylings. Quarter-note beat, funky bass, innovative guitar work, and a loud, solid vocal performance.
IF YOU’RE TEACHING:
- Perseverance
- Faithfulness
- Love, Joy, Peace, Patience (Fruit of the Spirit)
KEY LYRIC: " If You allow something, it is Your will. If Your answer’s “Nope,” I will worship You still…"
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Rob wrote this song with the choreography in mind. He thought, “I don’t have any songs about turning. It would be fun to see audience kids turning.”
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"I Don’t Want to Watch Things" (from the CD "GET OUT THERE!")
words and music by ©2005 Rob Biagi/BMI
Jesus - I don’t want to watch things, I want to do things with You
I don’t want to watch things, I want to do things with You
Not like the multitudes who ate the food
I want to be a kid who passes out the food (one for you, one for you…)
Not like the multitudes who waved to You
I want to be a kid who walks with You!
I don’t want to watch things, I want to do things with You
I don’t want to watch things, I want to do things with You
Not like the people who forget You
I want to be a kid who senses you everywhere
Not like the people who make you cry
I want to be a kid who lifts your Spirit high…Oh…
I don’t want to watch things, I want to do things with You
I don’t want to watch things, I want to do things with You
Do things with You
Do things with You
[Whistling “outro”]
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"I Don’t Want to Watch Things" is a bright, quirky song about being involved [not a spectator] in the work of God on planet earth.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: 1980’s band “The Cure.” Lazy, quirky vocals sitting on top of a dancing piano track with bouncy guitars.
IF YOU’RE TEACHING:
- Being a “doer” of the word (James 1:22 “Don’t just hear the word of God…do what it says.”
- Serving Christ
- Faith in action
- Dependability
KEY LYRIC: " Not like the multitudes who waved to You. I want to be a kid who walks with You!"
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Rob arranged the instruments on this song to sound like “The Lovecats” by the ‘80s English band The Cure. He even had a head cold when he recorded the vocal, which helped accomplish the “Cure” vibe [that guy has a "nasal-y" voice].
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"Psalm 33 (We Are Trusting)" (from the CD "GET OUT THERE!")
words and music by ©2005 Rob Biagi/BMI
In You our hearts rejoice
In You our hearts rejoice
For we are trusting in Your name
In You our hearts rejoice
We depend on You, Lord
We depend on You
For we are trusting in Your name
We depend on You
Our hope is in You, Lord
Our hope is in You, Lord
For we are trusting in Your name
Our hope is in You, Lord (repeat)
In You our hearts rejoice
In You our hearts rejoice
For we are trusting in Your name
In You our hearts rejoice
For we are trusting in Your name
In You our hearts rejoice
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"Psalm 33 (We Are Trusting)" is a simple adoration-worship song based on three verses from Psalm 33.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: a slow waltz with a rock band sound. A simple-but-beautiful melody.
IF YOU’RE TEACHING:
- Trusting God
- Joy/Rejoicing in God
- Worship
KEY LYRIC: "…we are trusting in Your name, in You our hearts rejoice."
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Rob tried to join the “choir” recording the background vocals, but the “choir” kicked Rob out of the session [his voice wasn’t blending with theirs].
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"Burger Meal" (from the CD "GET OUT THERE!")
words and music by ©2005 Rob Biagi/BMI
I’m in luck! I got three bucks.
God says, “give – and I’ll bless you.”
Woohoo – score! I got three more.
Now I can buy myself a burger, too.
I couldn’t spend it all on myself
It all comes from God and nobody else
I get my parents to go out with me, and I say,
I’d like 2 of meal number three!
Who’s gonna get this burger meal?
Who’s gonna get these fries?
Who’s gonna get that Jesus’ love is supersize?!
Who’s gonna get this burger meal?
Who’s gonna get this pop?
Who’s gonna get that Jesus’ love is non-stop?!”
So many items on the menu
So you pick out two of them and then you…
Say, “Here you go, sir,” or “here you go, ma’am.
I’m just representin’ Jesus – givin’ all I can, oh yeah.
I am kind, ‘cause I’ve filled my mind
With God’s Spirit and God’s word, and
It’s no biggie, to give a little money – (or food…)
I must live out all those things I’ve learned
I couldn’t spend it all on myself
It all comes from God and nobody else
I get my parents to go out with me, and I say,
I’d like 2 of meal number three!
Who’s gonna get this burger meal?
Who’s gonna get these fries?
Who’s gonna get that Jesus’ love is supersize?!
Who’s gonna get this burger meal?
Who’s gonna get this pop?
Who’s gonna get that Jesus’ love is non-stop?!”
So many items on the menu
So you pick out two of them and then you…
Say, “Here you go, sir,” or “here you go, ma’am.
I’m just representin’ Jesus – givin’ all I can.
[spoken outro]: You know, it doesn’t have to be a burger meal. You could give away nutritious food if you want to – or clothes or toys or games. You know – the “extra stuff” that you’ve got that you don’t really need. Or how about love? – a smile, a hug – respect and obedience? “Thank you, Mom…” “I’d be DELIGHTED to help you, Dad!” (read 1 Chronicles 29:11)
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"Burger Meal" is a bright, happy pop/rock song about giving.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: Shuffle feel. Funk/rock stylings. Good guitar part with lots of background vocals.
IF YOU’RE TEACHING:
- Giving
- Evangelism
- Sacrifice
KEY LYRIC: "I couldn’t spend it all on myself. It all comes from God and nobody else."
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: In the recording studio, the band wanted to make this song more “dark” and “minor-key-sounding.” Rob insisted, “It’s a song about a Happy Meal. It has to be happy-sounding!”
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"I’m God’s Kid!" (from the CD "GET OUT THERE!")
words and music by ©2005 Rob Biagi/BMI
Do you know – do you know Whose you are?
Do you know – do you know Whose you are?
If you did – you’d say – “I won’t behave that way,
‘Cause this kid – was created – to glorify God!”
Do you know – do you know Whose you are?
Do you know – do you know Whose you are?
If you did – you’d say – “I won’t eat that today!”,
‘Cause this bod – was ‘creatod’ – to glorify God!” [laughs]
Whose kid are you? I’m God’s kid!
Whose kid are you? I’m God’s kid!
Whose kid are you? I’m God’s spectacular kid!
Whose kid are you? I’m God’s kid!
Whose kid are you? I’m God’s kid!
Whose kid are you? I’m God’s spectacular kid!
Glorify God!
Now you know – now you know Whose you are!
Now you know – now you know Whose you are!
Since you do – you know – to turn off that t.v. show,
Behave, be brave, & glorify God!
Whose kid are you? I’m God’s kid!
Whose kid are you? I’m God’s kid!
Whose kid are you? I’m God’s spectacular kid!
Whose kid are you? I’m God’s spectacular kid!
God’s spectacular kid!
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"I’m God’s Kid!" is a happy, mid-tempo song about the joy of being a child of God.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: Mid-tempo ‘60s pop/rock. Modulating chords and vocal harmonies. Tambourine. Good bass line.
IF YOU’RE TEACHING:
- Your identity in Christ
- Salvation
- Obedience
- Courage
KEY LYRIC: "…do you know Whose you are?"
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Rob wrote this song on his portable Yamaha keyboard very quickly, grabbing chords on the keyboard as the “1960s rock” drum pattern played.
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"You and Me, Me and You" (from the CD "GET OUT THERE!")
words and music by ©2005 Rob Biagi/BMI
I was created to do good works
I’m ready to get out there!
I know You love my help with Your work
I’ll start with a sincere prayer
You won’t lie to me – with You I can’t go wrong, oh…
You won’t lie to me – with You I’ll grow up strong (spoken: “Lord, show me today’s adventure!”)
It’s You and me – me and You – but it’s mostly You
It’s You and me – me and You – but it’s mostly You
Followin’ Jesus – doin’ good deeds
Everybody out there!
He is the Leader – He always succeeds
The battle plan is prepared
You won’t lie to me – with You I can’t go wrong, oh…
You won’t lie to me – with You I’ll grow up strong (spoken: “Lord, You are in command…”)
It’s You and me – me and You – but it’s mostly You (whoa–whoa–whoa)
It’s You and me – me and You – but it’s mostly You (and I’m followin’ – that’s right)
It’s You and me – me and You – but it’s mostly You (whoa–whoa–whoa)
It’s You and me – me and You – but it’s mostly You
I want to fly through life with You
I want to do great things
I want to “play along” with You
Can’t wait to see what You bring (spoken: I promise – I won’t forget that…)
It’s You and me – me and You – but it’s mostly You (whoa–whoa–whoa)
It’s You and me – me and You – but it’s mostly You
It’s You and me – me and You – but it’s mostly You (whoa–whoa–whoa)
It’s You and me – me and You – but it’s mostly You
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"You and Me, Me and You" is a disco song about Ephesians 2:10 [we are God’s workmanship].
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: “Philly Disco.” ‘70s-sounding. Happy, “major-chord” tonality and a killer bass line.
IF YOU’RE TEACHING:
- Good works [not to earn salvation, but out of a “glad heart.”]
- The adventure of following Christ
- The power [sovereignty] of God
- Obedience to God
KEY LYRIC: " It’s You and me – me and You – but it’s mostly You."
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: The bass guitar riff going into the bridge of this song is some of the finest bass guitar work Rob has ever heard. Rob says, “Surely you agree…?”
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"Sometimes I Sing" (from the CD "GET OUT THERE!")
words and music by ©2005 Rob Biagi/BMI
Sometimes I sing songs of joy
When I think about what you have done
And the way that you are blessing me
Sometimes I sing songs of joy
When everything makes sense, and life is full of peace
But that’s not all the time; that’s not every day
Happiness does not last, so I must pray, and say
Thank you Lord, in everything
You allow just what I need
Thank you Lord, in everything
And all I want to do is bring some joy to You, my Savior
Sometimes I cry tears of pain
When everything seems hopeless
And I feel you have gone away
Sometimes I cry tears of pain
When all my sin and burden take me away
But that’s not all the time; that’s not every day
Pain and sorrow do not last, so I will pray
Thank you Lord, in everything
You allow just what I need
Thank you Lord, in everything
And all I want to do is bring some joy to You, my Savior
And when I celebrate, when life feels great, yeah!
You rejoice and sing with me
And when I cry like the tears won’t end
You take me under your wing – and I feel safe again…
Sometimes I sing songs of joy
When I think about what you have done
And the way that you are blessing me
Sometimes I sing songs of joy
When everything makes sense, and life is full of peace – But that’s not
all the time; that’s not every day…but one day it will be!
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"Sometimes I Sing" is a slow-tempo, reflective, acoustic-band "listening song" about walking with Christ through the ups and downs of life.
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: Contemporary Christian. Acoustic and electric guitars, lots of moving parts. Piano embellishments.
IF YOU’RE TEACHING:
- The ups and downs of life
- God’s faithfulness
- Thanking God “in all circumstances”.
KEY LYRIC: " when I celebrate, when life feels great, yeah! You rejoice and sing with me
And when I cry like the tears won’t end, You take me under your wing – and I feel safe again."
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Rob cried four times while trying to record the second verse of this song. The recording engineer couldn’t understand what was going on. Rob finally pulled it together and nailed the vocal.
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"Get Out There!" (from the CD "GET OUT THERE!")
words and music by Rob Biagi ©2005 Rob Biagi/BMI
get out there!
most people stay in the boat
afraid of the wind and the crashing sea
but Jesus knows how to keep you afloat
what kind of Christian do you want to be?
God will not mislead
live your faith high speed
get out there…
get out there!
God can see you trying to hide
so ‘shine your glory’ and shake things up!
Jesus will give you a rocket-blast ride
if you agree to get “fired up”!
God will not mislead
live your faith high speed
get out there…
get out there!
ready, set: get out there!
God says, “you’ve got what it takes!”
and He’ll help you fight off the enemy
God may ask you to ‘walk on a lake’
or practice wild Christianity
God will not mislead
live your faith high speed
get out there…
get out there!
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“GET OUT THERE!” is a hard rockin’ encouragement go “live a bold, uncompromising life for Christ.”
MUSICAL STYLE/SOUND: ‘70s rock. Wild guitar flourishes, “somewhat-screaming” vocals, pounding drums.
IF YOU’RE TEACHING:
- Representing Jesus [in a James 1:22 kind of way]
- Living your faith
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KEY LYRIC: " most people stay in the boat, afraid of the wind and the crashing sea. Jesus knows how to keep you afloat. What kind of Christian do you want to be? God will not mislead. Live your faith high speed. GET OUT THERE!”
LITTLE KNOWN FACT: Rob now wishes he hadn’t produced this song to sound like [vulgar, worldly rock band] Van Halen.
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