By His Grace, I Am What I Am - 1 Cor 15:10 The world today suffers from a noxious disease. It enters at conception and we all bear the effects of it until the day we die. It is called "Sin". Sin shatters the mirror that... more » allows us to view ourselves correctly. It distorts the view of who we are, often leaving us trying to be someone we are not. The final diagnosis is that we have an "Identity Crisis." On this album, Tedashii, gives us a wake up call and take us to a place of freedom. The cry is for men and women to realize that we are in a crisis no one can escape. Our only chance for redemption is through the blood of Christ by his death on the cross. If we believe in Him, and learn to see ourselves as a new creation, only then will our image be restored. Tedashii enlists Flame, Lecrae, Sho Baraka, Trip Lee and others to tackle this "tour de force." With production from G-Styles, DJ Official, and others, "Identity Crisis" is sure to be not only an unbelievably creative masterpiece but a call for all to seek restoration. Direct, clear, bold, heartfelt, sentimental. When asked how you would classify his music, these answers brought clarity to the man behind the mission. The Texas native, Tedashii, yearns to see God glorified in his music and ultimately his lifestyle. The target market is ALL men and women, the vehicle is music, and the driver Christ himself. Although, Tedashii admits that he has a heavy burden for the constantly "forgotten" urban communities, the main goal is to show theworld the glory of God through the redemptive work of Christ on thecross. Southern yet universal, fresh but old school, impactful andheartfelt, these phrases show the diversity of artthat Tedashii wishes create.« less
By His Grace, I Am What I Am - 1 Cor 15:10 The world today suffers from a noxious disease. It enters at conception and we all bear the effects of it until the day we die. It is called "Sin". Sin shatters the mirror that allows us to view ourselves correctly. It distorts the view of who we are, often leaving us trying to be someone we are not. The final diagnosis is that we have an "Identity Crisis." On this album, Tedashii, gives us a wake up call and take us to a place of freedom. The cry is for men and women to realize that we are in a crisis no one can escape. Our only chance for redemption is through the blood of Christ by his death on the cross. If we believe in Him, and learn to see ourselves as a new creation, only then will our image be restored. Tedashii enlists Flame, Lecrae, Sho Baraka, Trip Lee and others to tackle this "tour de force." With production from G-Styles, DJ Official, and others, "Identity Crisis" is sure to be not only an unbelievably creative masterpiece but a call for all to seek restoration. Direct, clear, bold, heartfelt, sentimental. When asked how you would classify his music, these answers brought clarity to the man behind the mission. The Texas native, Tedashii, yearns to see God glorified in his music and ultimately his lifestyle. The target market is ALL men and women, the vehicle is music, and the driver Christ himself. Although, Tedashii admits that he has a heavy burden for the constantly "forgotten" urban communities, the main goal is to show theworld the glory of God through the redemptive work of Christ on thecross. Southern yet universal, fresh but old school, impactful andheartfelt, these phrases show the diversity of artthat Tedashii wishes create.
CD Reviews
Amazing!
Mochachip | 05/19/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This cd is phenomenal. I don't think I've ever given a cd 5 stars. I thought Tedashii's first release was an excellent debut, but this one is well worth the wait. He utilized a lot of different artists on the hooks and they did a great job. The song Hollywood was extremely creative. You can tell Tedashii's grown a lot on this album. He uses less punchlines than his last album, but his content is stronger and more focused on the believer with this project. Stand out tracks are Fresh, Thank You, and 26's. Tedashii ended 26's well with his last verse-he really shut it down with that verse. I do wish there were more tracks. If you take out the interlude this cd really only has about 12 songs-although the interludes are basically songs.
The bottom line is you won't be disappointed with this one. I think Fresh is the official jam of the summer though. This is another solid production from Reach Records."
Too Good To Be True!! Phenomenal!!
wordsticks | Oklahoma, USA | 05/26/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Another top notch release from Reach Records. The variety of style is amazing, beats are jaw dropping, the message is deep. Every single track is a hit. Ten dollars is all the money you got? Well... then no happy meal for you today haha. BUY THIS ALBUM
Actually buy two if you can, one for yourself and one as a gift. It's a great way to spread the Gospel and support the artist
God Bless"
Converted my husband
Keleigh Crigler Hadley | author of the Preacher's Kids series | 06/19/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I don't mean, he converted to Christianity, he was already a strong Christian but he thought Christian rap was weak. After hearing Tedashii's first cut, he was hooked!
Meaningful, strong, lyrics that cut the heart deep and beats that will really move you. It does not have a "home studio" sound to it either.
Get it. Let it bless your life.
Keleigh Crigler Hadley author of Preacher's Kids: Secrets & Salvation"
A relentless drive-by against idolatry and apathy.
Matt Blick | Nottingham, UK | 06/06/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Tedashii is one of a new breed of rappers along with Lecrae & Trip Lee coming out of the Reach records label. Clear on the doctrine of sin & the importance of the local church, wise to the snare of worldly approval, they rock hard, preach holiness and sample John Piper.
Identity Crisis is exhibit A.
'Intro' gets off the starting line full throttle, taking you from "Hey baby, what's up?" to rapping about "Imago Dei" in 1:43 backed by a hyperactive classical piano riff.
'I Work' follows right on. An aggressive renunciation of peer pressure perfectly welded to a track that would feel at home on the Rocky 2 soundtrack.
In a similar vein '26s' gives a wake up call to idolatry in the low rider culture. Tedashii perfectly captures the wide-eyed worship of the rides while guest Lecrae preaches to the "self proclaimed kings"
"Tell me where it ends boy,
cos the truck don't bring you luck,
and it sho' nuff ain't gonna pay your sins, boy"
Though there are several mellower tracks on the album, Tedashii is at his best when he plays hard. And he plays hardest on 'Make War'.
Kicking off with a sample of John Piper bemoaning why Christians don't fight harder against sin in their lives, Tedashii grabs the baton and rams the point home so powerfully that I almost wish he could back Piper every Sunday morning!
And maybe Piper would be glad to have him - there's a mature theological grasp on display here that should make many Christian singers ashamed to open their mouths when they have so little to say, and say it in such a bland rehashed way.
After spending most of the time out in the world, the album bows out with a pair of tracks closer to home.
'Church's hilariously sleepy groove paints the futility of the nominal churchgoer "Jesus must know me cos I heating up a seat in the church" and contrasts sharply with 'Community's relentless forward motion. In fact the contrast is almost too sharp. A casual listen could give the impression that this exciting `community' is something to be found `outside' the church. But the chorus spells it out. There's a blessing on "them church boys" when they "live in community".
Overall verdict - If you love rap - Buy It!
And if you think you don't because your only point of reference is DC Talk - Buy It anyway!
Track Listings (15) - Disc #1