Did Maverick City Music CROSS the LINE With These Collabs?

[@RuslanKD]

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[@ngaboyasabyombiemmanuel8504]

Bro Connor's song is a whole psalm parallel. And the song itself slaps musically.

[@Opinions567]

The thing about Glorilla's song is that it doesn't glorify God. It's about me me me, forget what people say about me because God is on my side regardless. It's a self righteous motivational song

[@His.wordsmith]

Even if it did, the entire album reveals her heart posture. That song is pure example of the worship me with their lips

[@tyeishaleisure]

Correct, and even if it did, the rest of the album, shows her heart posture and fruit.

[@lovelylife3012]

Exactly my thoughts

[@christianhanson700]

Mav City with Connor Price was perfect for the younger generation

[@YoungChristFollower]

Real. I liked it a lot

[@isaiasherrero7889]

agreed!

[@ELIDOTORG]

Idk about that but each there own. I don't even know who Conner prince is.

[@YoungChristFollower]

@ELIDOTORG he's on Forrest frank and his producer is a Christian who makes secular songs (100GRAHAM) Connor seems to be seriously considering Jesus but mav city has been on some funny stuff lately with collabs

[@His.wordsmith]

He's recently made an album with nic D, later a song with forrest frank and now the mav city feature solidifies his transition to Christian music ​@ELIDOTORG Even prior to these features, price has been making none explicit friendly music like forrest was befire his transition, both of their old music you can still listen to though they do not have the title christian

[@sirtreebeard]

Connor actually did one of his "shorts" talking about his collab, saying He believes in God but has alot of doubt and questions. Just feels like he is on the verge of coming to know Jesus fully.

[@mrdanielleebrown]

As a musician, no one ever taught me that "worshipping" God with my body is worship, according to Romans 12:1. As long as I was playing guitar, it was "worship." I come to learn that true gospel music is the testimony of those who have found the God of Jesus Christ as salvation over cultural idolatry. However, we've deceived people and ourselves with calling talent anointed and music worship, etc. Gospel music has the transformation power of God's word. "I surrender all" is testimony, not a song. Singing is a small nuance to worship, given we still have the rest of the body to submit besides our voice.

[@abbafatherswarriorprincess3627]

AMEN

[@amirarenee8876]

love this! worship isn't a genre but a way of life indeed

[@ryanleffel]

amen

[@b_ryc]

well said!!

[@mrdanielleebrown]

@b_ryc God truly wants to build disciples, evident by the 12 who walked with Jesus. And even then, betrayal and denial were among them. It's not about music and dope verses. It's about testimony and dope disciples. Bad priorities will always look the same, even if it calls itself "church."

[@cortezstanley9524]

I've been bumping that new Connor price song since he released it! I absolutely love the vulnerability and humility he showed it this song. Lord Jesus have mercy on our souls, and lead us into your kingdom!

[@faithchildtv]

This is the very reason I love Ruslan’s videos. Always a non biased well informed video with scriptural backing 👏🏾 God bless you brother

[@melissamatos1664]

40yr old “baby Christian”…..I find so much daily uplifting by listening to a variety of worship music…..when this (Conner price) song comes across my music playlist, it speaks to the darker part my of me that knows I need help and doesn’t always feel secure how to find it…..sometimes this song will come along on my daily routine and remind me to open the book…..and there I can find it. Also reminds me that there are other “deplorables” feeling the same way.

[@stealthswim223]

I love Connor prices song. I had that on repeat for literal hours while doing some yard work. It’s soooo good

[@YoungChristFollower]

RUSLAN THE TRANSITION TO MERCH WAS ELITE. Fire collection too 🔥

[@briancabrooks3727]

@@YoungChristFollower Right?! 😆

[@sethpuckett3396]

LETS GO CONNOR!!!!!!!!!!!! I love his lyrics man. Please everyone pray for him and his family!

[@jwright8838]

No, it is not appropriate for an artist or group who professes to practice their art for the Lord to have suggestive lyrics or double entendre in their music. It is letting the world influence you rather than you influencing the world. We must live in this world, but our deeds, thoughts and intentions must be in the light...that is, in the Kingdom of Light. We have no partnership with the kingdom of darkness and therefore can not be unequally yoked with that kingdom. We must seek to be found pleasing to the Lord and not men. Would you sing those lyrics before the Holy God?

[@SunnyWifAChanceOfRae]

@@jwright8838 I agree. I'm personally conflicted with this group and I pray for them to be making the right decisions. They stopped working with someone like Dante Bowe bcuz of either something he did or acted like (I'm unsure if it was ever clarified) that didn't align with their beliefs. I pray that God leads them in the right direction.

[@dianeframe2860]

Well said

[@TheologyJeremy]

Fantastic video Ruslan and fully agree with the distinctions you drew. That song with Connor was fire! Lifted up a prayer for him just now.

[@Spladoinkal]

There's a difference between "Christian music" and "Worship Music." Christian music could be about anything from the heart of a Christian, but worship music NEEDS to be about worship, the music takes a secondary role to worshiping God and serves to help lead people into a state of worship. Non-Christians collaborating on Christian music is a hit and miss kinda thing. But non-Christians collaborating on WORSHIP music doesn't make much sense. Do I wish EVERYONE would worship Jesus? Yes, and the Bible says that every knee WILL bow. But the truth is, you're bringing people in to lead worship that don't even believe in the God that's being worshipped. There's a big disconnect there.

[@itza.brattt4937]

@@Spladoinkal definitely

[@nanakwafoa]

Well said! Best response yet

[@bethfollowerofChrist]

Jars of Clay and DC talk brought me to Christ in the 90's. I think when we come in with music we get to the text later, but we get there. Now I am in love with The Scripture and see the music Glorifying God and the text comes even more to life.

[@NikkiBurnett]

God bless everyone - hello from Canada 🇨🇦

[@joshuablake8061]

Ruslan! My dawg your plugs are undefeated.

[@NicoleKiesha]

That Conor price song is a good example of what music Christian artists can do if they must collaborate with a secular artists and not the usual...”blessings blessings pour on me” songs they almost always do with them.

[@davislairsey2584]

Connor Price is a Christian though, he just makes music that isn’t Christian lyrically.

[@PurposelyLiving]

I think the lyrics have a lot to do with it. If a christian artist collabs with a secular artist, it should be the christian pulling the secular up. Unfortunately, we have seen where the secular pulls the christian artist/group down like the Will Smith/Mav City collab. The lyrics were not God honoring.

[@ijackson1studios678]

Full support for the Price song

[@brandegonzalez6189]

That Connor Price song brought tears to my eyes. Such a great way to reach people who know Jesus but haven’t taken the first step. I pray for everyone who needs help to come to our Father and know he will never leave or forsake you❤

[@NathanWood-m6c]

love this analysis! One way of looking at music collaborations are seeing them as a partnership on a brand message. Another angle is looking at music features as offering services to amplify a brand message. Love this conversation

[@mayapowers712]

Darker sound...I would just say it has the depth missing Iin so many songs. Awesome 👌

[@bregn4]

Hey Ruslan, I just wanted to thank you for your KZbin. I started watching you in 2020 when I stumbled on a video of you covering the presidential election. I appreciated you wanting to seek truth and a biblical worldview then and am grateful you’ve continued to do so, in even more ways.

[@luchadorjones5256]

I’m SO glad you brought DMX into this conversation!! I had similar experiences with those prayer tracks, and similarly, I don’t think it justifies it, it is still an interesting retrospective.

[@AZSH.TRACKZ]

I love this song,its fire. We all need help indeed ♥️🔥🤲🏾

[@kaylataylor9222]

I need help was truly a timely song, and i had it on repeat for days. It came at the most perfect time in my life when i was struggling with some issues.

[@kmx2607]

That song with Connor Price is a bop! I love how safe it is for both the believer and unbeliever. It holds space and tension for everyone who is wrestling with faith. Connor was dropping some bars.😎🙏🔥

[@jordanbaker3962]

One of my favorite songs right now! Gets me choked up.. we all need some help ❤️

[@stephenkeenness2869]

This is a sincere point of view on the subject matter. I believe God is using MC music to reach many lost souls that might not listen to the most powerful sermon you might think of. Lets pray that God will keep them in His will. I believe MC music is striving to reach souls in the music industry.

[@legaleagle8425]

Apple play list first time hearing thanks for sharing!!

[@Mr.biggstrength]

This was excellent

[@vebazile]

This is 🔥

[@VisualAnthony]

you could argue that one's witness is just as important as one's own salvation.

[@jonathanmendiola3775]

I love the Up music with Forest it was super good

[@zekevq3375]

This song was straight fire!! 🔥

[@GyozaGirl0083]

What you said at the end is fire 🔥 And I admire those who are among the wolves who preach the Gospel and can remain strongly in Christ

[@Mrhenry_fit]

Bro can you do more of these breakdown of songs like this!? Specially on Jackie’s new album!

[@JustinSailor]

"Praising you with every inch up in my body" these lyrics are sus considering who they are coming from. Look at the rest of the song in this way and it gets worse. And then there's the line about watching over my family and all of my "partners". Somebody's forgetting to be "as wise as serpents"

[@tyeishaleisure]

Bingo. Also, the song is just pure narcissism on display.

[@nottheoneneo9471]

Thank you for pixelating out those glorilla clips🙏🏽

[@Evergreenoutsider10]

I was waiting for you to talk about Conner’s song! 🔥 🎉

[@ApolloThyrteen]

Where is the algorithm gonna send you after that Glorilla song? To more Christians music or to music more like hers?

[@mrpoeticnexus]

Forrest Frank has become my sons' favorite rapper (they are 5 and 3, respectively). His song, "Up", which features Connor Price, is one of their favorites (and a little bit of mine too). I assumed, ignorantly, that he was a believer because I didn't think Forrest would collab with secular and/or profane artists. I had no idea that Connor was a secular artist. It's great to hear that believers who are in his sphere are actively praying for him and sharing the gospel with him. He needs that wayyy more than a feature (present or future).

[@MixeduP22]

Conor price is chillin I think he legit wants help with his walk.

[@micheler5366]

Important convo Ruslan! Thanks! Being mature in Christ is difficult because extreme-living is easier. But maturing in Christ is a fall fown and get up endeavour that leads to perseverance and that to character abd that to hope. To be transformed from obe degree of Glory (that's Jesus btw) to another degree closer of havibg my human nature evolving into Jesus Nature.🎉 Amazing journey, difficult journey, brutally honest journey... But ultimately totally glorious.... the true Glory.

[@matthewshell]

You present a great take on this situation. "I Need Help" is indeed amazing, but the Glorilla collab is so incredibly shameful. When Kirk Franklin shared the back cover in his Instagram stories, I was so confused and disappointed to see their names next to clearly a lustful woman. It's a lack of wisdom and clout chasing at its worst. We need to have more discernment when we collab with secular artists, which I'm fine with. But if the artist is so clearly leading people to sin such as adultery like Glorilla, then working with them is an absolute net negative, no matter how many worshipful or positive collaborations they put out. Just my thoughts on this. But you are very down to earth and the DMX point is interesting since he was instrumental in you being drawn to Jesus Christ.

[@brother-In-Christ404]

Imo, songs with artists like Connor Price is where their strategy goes right, helping other artists outside of the Christian music industry break into it and learn to embrace a faith in Christ. But unfortunately, most of the time, that's not how their playbook ends up working out.

[@BarsAndBeatsEntertainment]

thank you for showing the pic of the yolk

[@NoWeaponAgainstUsShallProsper]

Jesus!

[@DiceloCiro]

Btw thats nick day on the hook towards the end, such an incredible guy and worship leader 💪🏼

[@WorkHard-s2g]

Thanks, I never listened again. I DON'T SEE LIKE YOU. As christian ✝️ worship must be pure.

[@vladveee]

Connor did records with Forest and Caleb. Not surprised, he also has great people around him

[@rssoto8245]

Being honest in one's journey towards Christ is neither inherently bad nor good; it's simply an honest confession. Connor's song carries a powerful message, and it's my prayer that Jesus will continue to illuminate the path for more people to come closer to the cross. My prayers are with all those who seek to encounter Christ in their lives.

[@tyler8607]

I used to be a itinerate minister and the pastor I traveled with was pretty decent friends with some of the head people in charge of Maverick city worship and what they communicated to me is that one of the main goals their label has is trying to now make money off of the worship industry.

[@jboymusic7472]

So Ruslan, so i was thinking about this... i am promoter, dance teacher and dance judge in amature competition. But first i am a christian. So being in dance in Hip-Hop well i have often struggled with music content... a 6 year old is dancing to 50 cent candy shop. And since Snoop did a gospel album and kanye swayed for a time well there is a choice for christians. The content is changing and giving choice. NOW COMPETITIONS HAVE LECRAE BLURING LPUD AND IM LIKE YES, IT HAS GLORILLA IN CONTEMPORARY. BATTLES HAVE COMIN HOT

[@His.wordsmith]

Connor price has an album with nic D Song with forrest frank And now with mav just emphasies his transition to christian music Prior to this features his music is clean, the only way you can call it secular is when you compare it to your "happy birthday or twinkle little star" song

[@requirementsrequired4384]

I saw that Glorilla song on a Christian playlist on Spotify. I hid the song and never listened to that playlist again. I also hid her on Spotify.

[@jjj0026]

I like the Glorilla song.

[@AVintageLibrarian]

When this song dropped “I need help” I added it to our Youth Student playlist. It’s 🔥

[@kylerhamilton6676]

Always value your opinion Ruslan, thanks for shedding light on Connor price. I didn’t know such a beautiful collab existed. As an artist from Memphis who is trying to encourage my city to get away from all of the secular negativity, I can’t honestly agree with Maverick City and Kirk doing a Collab with Glorilla, because for most people they just feel excused to do whatever they want. It does not bring them closer to Jesus. They just stumble more and more in the dark.

[@Pugnacious_prodz]

This song reminds me of saint Pablo by Kanye because it shows the artist growing in their faith

[@TheHapEDumpling]

i was gonna say aint no way he gonna hate on their collab with Connor Price, but then you were all for it and i was happy. This is one of my fav songs right now!

[@Leila350]

Connor, I pray the Lord sends you help and meets you at your point of need. Your cry did not go in vain ❤

[@DelicueMusic]

Connor Price has collaborated with Forrest Frank and Nic D because he likes their music. There are many artists who love Christians and Christian music. But people don't want to talk about that.

[@cadiejedidiahalbert30]

just like that time you were smoking on live Ruslan with you buddy

[@hebrewrld]

Great video.

[@loveflowsfromife]

Hey Ruslan!! Another great video and take. I think you should review the song "never get used to this" by JVKE and Forrest Frank...that song is slept on!!!🔥🔥🔥

[@RuslanKD]

it's on repeat

[@benjirexx]

Yeah, I Need Help is dope. Entirely different situation than Glorilla.

[@luanaalmeida809]

Guys pray for Connor, imagine the testimony once he comes out as a christian!!! His music will show his journey!

[@mrdanielleebrown]

Blessed are those who are discipled under the tutelage of God's word because gospel music stops being songs.

[@mitchellkrott5290]

“I Need Help” copy and pasted the beat from “Priorities” by Mineo

[@mazdaproro]

It’s the money 🤷🏿‍♂️ they bout to have their cards revoked

[@philipmwangi5270]

I don't understand why they feel the need to do collaboration with SECULAR Artist. What does this show other people who want to come to God. The hypocrisy in these people is appalling.

[@txrose9886]

This song is 🔥

[@mrdanielleebrown]

Romans 12:1 "is a verse in the Bible that encourages people to give their bodies to God as a living sacrifice and act of worship." Singing and worship are not the same.

[@Thebig_KC]

Yeah and in a context of abstaining from sexual Immorality because our bodies is the temple of GOD and we are supposed to be His ambassadors on earth. 🙂

[@rolandorolandorolando6554]

I like Conner Price the day I hear something crazy come out his mouth like” I hate Jesus” we need to show grace and mercy…too many “Christians walking around flailing their arms blind in the dark with logs in both eyes criticizing other “Christians” without even knowing them speaking to them or nothing.

[@campfireghosts]

Only thing I think about the "not be in a band", Brian Head Welch of KoRn. It looks like that is going well in reaching people.

[@abbywilliams7114]

For those who may need help! I have had such a struggle reading my Bible and understanding it. I found *heart dive by kanoe* here on KZbin and she does an amazing job of reading the Bible and explaining the meaning of each passage. She goes through the entire Bible every year.

[@LeonMartin-q9n]

It's weird because Miles Minnick is on a campaign to collab with secular artists, and for some reason I trust his intentions. But I'm not sure if I should.

[@requirementsrequired4384]

Good. It’s always healthy to have some skepticism. He also made a song with Mike Todd.

[@crypto_chef9612]

Yeah kind of stopped listening to him.. hopefully he brings it back a notch

[@MrSgtRecon]

@@crypto_chef9612what is wrong with him?

[@MrSgtRecon]

He’s assume, I wouldn’t say it’s wrong to collaborate with secular artists

[@luchadorjones5256]

It’s not about trusting Miles, it’s about trusting the Holy Spirit to guide you. If Miles does a collab, the Spirit might convict you not to listen to that song. It doesn’t mean that Miles is wrong for doing the song, it could be more indicative of your journey and where God has you in this season. Miles is working out his faith with fear and trembling in the public space. Extend grace and trust God.

[@CierraRenee08]

Please recommend more Christian rap artists/songs. 🙏🏾 ❤️

[@steevencaton]

John 4:22-24 😊 (The Samaritan Woman at the well)

[@rolandorolandorolando6554]

“ I need help “ don’t we all though?

[@bethfollowerofChrist]

NF too, love that guy

[@johnnyjoe214]

Been listening to Conner Price since i first heard ``Bankroll`... Its fire! 🔥🔥

[@jjj0026]

A new team formed over the summer where the goal is for inspiration artists to make more impact in the mainstream. That’s why you’re seeing more gospel and secular collaborations. This is just the beginning. More collaborations to come.

[@jjj0026]

It’s Maverick City and Kirk’s team executive members involved.

[@HEALTHYMADEEASYWITHBRAD]

The main thing I notice about there music is that there is only emotions, no presence of God whatsoever.

[@chikarapower3247]

I have a love, hate feeling on this topic. On one hand you don't want to be associated with debauchery. On the other hand we've been give the command to expand God's kingdom. Kind of like the analogy of you don't need doctors at amusement parks where people are healthy. You need them in the hospital where people are sick. I would assume that Glorilla has a fan base of sick individuals that need doctors. Hopefully with this collab Maverick City can at least reach one without giving the impression that they condone her actions outside of this one song.

[@James1.17]

Unquestionably not ok. Supposed to be separate from the world, 2 Corinthians 6:14-17. Ruslan I am glad you said you didn’t agree with Maverick City, but did it in love. I was nervous at the end you weren’t going to come out against it😅. Problem is most people don’t watch videos till the end 🫠

[@douglaskaplon2595]

There was a song I found online called Praise the Savior. It was actually really good by Deus Metallis and another called Bloo* Stained Cross by Warrior Worship.

[@christinamayo-hessler2046]

Amen

[@KingPinguofDingu]

Time and time again, find that a lot of these worship artists or worship song producing artists lack a lot of wisdom, solid biblical understanding, and lean more towards how they feel and what THEY think. IMO Maverick CIy keeps trying to push that line and ends up going over it constantly. I don't think you need to collaborate with concurrently popular secular artists to put the message across. Like stated, the Connor Price one was good, someone who is actually searching for Jesus and all the lyrics points towards that. Not doing garbage motivational songs that are bereft of Jesus Christ or any real gospel message with some big name celebrity. And on top of that, there are plenty of celebrities that have much better and reputable character that don't dabble in "vagina" music as Ruslan stated lol.

[@Adrumer2]

So, Paul Says That, Because That"s What Was Happening, But We As Christians Shouldn 't Celebrate It Or Seek That Out!!

[@kythegoalie]

I love Connor Price music and Mav City

[@ExploreAroundUsOfficial]

Conner was great

[@aaronmacias1033]

“Remember the days we smoked blunts together” the delivery 😂😂😂😂😂

[@mikel1173]

I never heard of Conner… I thought he was a Christian when Spotify recommended this song 😱

[@Ggguapanese]

Many characters in the Bible served the Babylonians. Like Daniel and brought glory to God. Gedaliah took an oath to reassure them and their men. “Do not be afraid of the Babylonian officials,” he said. “Settle down in the land and serve the king of Babylon, and it will go well with you.” - 2 Kings 25:24 And Moses and the Israelites were in slavery serving Pharaoh. Victory rests with the Lord and they were set free :) Feel free to discuss, refine and correct me if I’m wrong. God bless

[@mattpeterson5453]

I know I've mentioned it before but ruslan you should react to the tech n9ne track calling out da truth for this very subject

[@ThePlagueGameing]

I had a long conversation with the bus driver for Maverick City. They are total hypocrites. They all smoke pot and like to party. He has no reason to lie. 💀💀

[@RuslanKD]

"they all" that's cap. there's tons of musicians affiliated with them, i'm sure some smoke weed and party. but there's also pastor like KJ Scriven that are super stand up brothers that I've known for decades. you're info is either hyperbolic or false.

[@f9und971]

Glorilla and Maverick City Music collab is wild. How did they think that would be a good idea?