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P.O.D. - Say Hello

P.O.D. - Say Hello Lyrics and Youtube Music Videos

Album: Testify
Released: 2006

Say Hello Lyrics

Walked in the place
Everybody looked down at we
Disgust on their face
But we don't mind cause we're too busy smiling
Never get in my face
That's not the way to understanding
Ignorance is blind
So this time I'm gonna let it ride

I know
That I know
That I know
That this is
I know
That I know
That I know
That this is real

I hate to disappoint you but this is how I feel
Let me introduce to you myself
Say Hello to the bad guy

Can't plead my case
The jury's out, won't give me a chance
Because I don't think the same
They shut down the court and kidnapped the judge
Now they sit in his place
Who are you to make up what's right
Deciding my fate?
I know your kind, I have and I will carry on

I know
That I know
That I know
That this is
I know
That I know
That I know
That this is real

I hate to disappoint you but this is how I feel
Let me introduce to you myself
Say hello to the bad guy
We're here to make you feel
Better about yourself
We're here to introduce you to youself
Say hello to the bad guy

I hate to disappoint you but this is how I feel
Let me introduce to you myself
Say hello to the bad guy
We're here to make you feel
Better about yourself
We're here to introduce you to youself
Say hello to the bad guy

Writer/s: DAVID GLASPER, FRANCIS WHITE
Publisher: Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
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Say Hello

Lead singer Sonny Sandoval : "This is to the people that live to see you fall. They bet all their chips on you to lose and to fail. They just don't want to see you win. The main lyric is, 'Let me introduce you to yourself.' I'm basically saying, 'If I'm the bad guy, then who are you? The good guy? Why don't you worry about yourself?'"

P.O.D. - Strength Of My Life

P.O.D. - Strength Of My Life Lyrics and Youtube Music Videos

Album: Testify
Released: 2006

Strength Of My Life Lyrics

Eternal rhythms in your system so clear
No negatives, take your isms stay clear
We keep it lovely, give you what you won't hear
And Matisyahu in the house, stand clear
P.O.D. in the house, stand clear
If Jah is for me, tell me who I'm goin' fear
No I won't fear
And Jah of Jacob is deserving of my love
And God of Isaac reign blessings from above
Hashem of Abraham will show me the way
I go down on my knees and this is what I pray

Strength Of My Life, whom shall I dread
When the evil doers approach to devour my flesh?
Even if there would be an army against me
My heart would not fear

Steer clear from weird vibes
Chuck the spirit evil guise must realize
Even if there rise a war against me
In this I trust, it's a must
Elevated is my head above my enemy
Surround me with the song of glory
Take away the scales from my eyes
Anoint your love upon my life
Have mercy on my soul and hear me when I cry
Do not abandon me and do not forsake me
Leave me on the path of integrity
Even if there would be an army against me
My heart would not fear

Strength of my life, whom shall I dread
When the evil doers approach to devour my flesh?
Back them up against the wall
Stumble and fall
Them battle y'all and stand tall
Show me favor when I call
Back them up against the wall
Stumble and fall
Battle y'all and stand tall
Show me favor when I call

Matisyahu and P.O.D. eternally with His Majesty
Dwelling in the songs of glory
Dwelling with the songs of glory

Writer/s: GLEN BALLARD, NOAH BERNARDO, MARK DANIELS, MATTHEW MILLER, PAUL J SANDOVAL, JOEL SHEARER, JASON TRUBY
Publisher: Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Peermusic Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., THE BICYCLE MUSIC COMPANY
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Strength Of My Life

Along with "Roots In Stereo," this was one of two tracks from the Testify album that P.O.D. worked on with the Jewish reggae artist Matisyahu. Lead singer Sonny Sandoval said: "This is a Psalm of David. Matis had dug into his Scriptures and chose this one. The lyrics read, 'Even if there would be an army against me, my heart would not fear.' King David placed his heart and trust into the God he believed in. This is a worship song for us."

P.O.D. - Sounds Like War

P.O.D. - Sounds Like War Lyrics and Youtube Music Videos

Album: Testify
Released: 2006

Sounds Like War Lyrics

Sounds Like War

Lead singer Sonny Sandoval : "Originally, the lyrics were, 'Sounds like Jah to me,' but then we realized we were talking about war. Not necessarily the war that surrounds us in these times. We're talking more about that unseen wickedness or craziness in all of us, that war within that you fight through in your own personal life everyday. And, how just knowing your strengths, you can make it through."

The working title for this song was "Ya Mama."

P.O.D. - Roots In Stereo

P.O.D. - Roots In Stereo Lyrics and Youtube Music Videos

Album: Testify
Released: 2006

Roots In Stereo Lyrics

I got that Boom Bi BI, so nobody disrespect, Jah love
Give me strength and power flow through my dreads (nuff said)
You all walk with kings, talk with kinks
When it all goes down, have no idea what it really means.
To live by words, if scripture is roots,
And the wise hold they tongue when the youth speak the truth.
You learn real quick, where I'm from that you don't belong
Only the strong survive, So tell me Babylon
(See Babylon Burnin to the ground yeah)
We think you nuckles won't win this elector
Try to sneak up in my hood, we not gon'let ya
(You see the wicked Babylon burnin to the ground, y'all)
In the streets they hear your name, they don't respect ya
You can run and hide, in the end we gon' getcha

Boom Biddy Bi Bi
Original Roots In Stereo
So rep the streets you ride on.
Chant them down with that rude boy sound,
And watch the whole world lie down.
We generals in the streets they know
Who wears the crown for shine now
We got that champion sound washing through your town
We go make the world go lie down.

Me say, Hey natty dreadlocks where you come from?
Where the mountains watch the city and waters touch the sun
Where some carry crosses like others carry guns
And pray Jah be glorified till the day soon come.
Follow me
Lick a shot if you a mighty warrior
Lick a shot if you a freedom fighter
Lick a shot if you a true souljah
Now dance your way back to Zion
(Dance your way back to Zion)

I put it down for you love, till my journey is done
And let your story be told how the battle is won
So I grabbed the microphone and I started to run
Here I come, Boom Biddy Bi
Here I come

Boom Biddy Bi Bi
Original Roots In Stereo
So rep the streets you ride on.
Chant them down with that rude boy sound,
And watch the whole world lie down.
We generals in the streets they know
Who wears the crown for shine now
We got that champion sound washing through your town
We go make the world go lie down.

Empty nation just a phase, redemptions on it's way.
The people love to talk but they don't got that much to say.
Generation of orphans whose hearts are all ablaze,
Little light in a lot of darkness goes a long way.
Freedom, hearts bleed, an see them beating on a poison.
Poor choices, spirits screamin, trying to break these boundaries.
Running up a mountain, chains tied to my feet.
Running up a mountain, chains tied to my feet.

Original Roots In Stereo
So rep the streets you ride on.
Chant them down with that rude boy sound,
And watch the whole world lie down.
We generals in the streets they know
Who wears the crown for shine now
We got that champion sound washing through your town
We go make the world go lie down.
We go make the world go lie down.
Make the world go lie down.
We go make the world go lie down.
Make the world go lie down.
Gods name is rushing through my veins
Lay down trippin through the pain
Get up, you forgot your own tray, raisin' it up, raisin' it up, raisin' it up
The blood of God reigns, we gotta maintain and that's the way
And this may change, for the reason and the season
Then I'll stay up my halo, and raise up your lovin, you know.
We go make the world go lie down.
Make the world go lie down.
We go make the world go lie down.

Writer/s: JASON P TRUBY, MARK TRAA DANIELS, MATTHEW MILLER, NOAH C. BERNARDO, PAUL J. SANDOVAL
Publisher: Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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Roots In Stereo

This song is a collaboration with the reggae artist Matisyahu, who performs on the track. P.O.D. lead singer Sonny Sandoval said: "The chorus is really about representing the things that you're about. When Matis (Matisyahu) came in, he really put his faith into the song, which totally blended with us. Musically, that's one of those songs that has the signature P.O.D. sound, reflecting all the diverse things we're into."

P.O.D. - If Only You Could See Me Now

P.O.D. - If Only You Could See Me Now Lyrics and Youtube Music Videos

Album: Testify
Released: 2006

If Only You Could See Me Now Lyrics

If Only You Could See Me Now

Lead singer Sonny Sandoval : "I think this is one of those songs where it was just a feeling and you can find whatever meaning you want in it. Truby had originally written the music for his adopted son, Elijah. To him, the lyrics reflect what Elijah would tell his biological mother. For me, it's about my mother or my grandfather. It's an extremely emotional song."

This song was the last song written and recorded for the album.

P.O.D. - Coming Back

P.O.D. - Coming Back Lyrics and Youtube Music Videos

Album: Snuff The Punk
Released: 1994

Coming Back Lyrics

He's Coming Back
He's coming back for me and you
3x
It's the low down, the showdown, brothers ready to throw down
No need for us to go down the truth is what we know now
That we have life through my Lord Christ Jesus
No one can love you more than to do the things that He did
So give Him your pass so that He can start to mold ya
Full fledget, dedicated, gardcore, Christian soldier
Spiritual war, it's a spiritual bout
And we're the first ones in P.O.D. and we're the last ones out
He's coming back
He's coming back for me and you

Writer/s: MARCOS CURIEL, MARK TRAA DANIELS, NOAH BERNARDO, PAUL J. SANDOVAL
Publisher: RAZOR & TIE DIRECT LLC
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Coming Back

This song is about Jesus coming back and fulfilling his promise to mankind: "He's coming back for me and you" (Behold, I am coming soon! Rev. 22:7). It could be a reference to the Rapture. P.O.D. are a religious-oriented band and were even more so in their early days. Since becoming mainstream, they have put less emphasis into the Christian side of their music, as they don't want to sound preachy.

P.O.D. - Thinkin' About Forever

P.O.D. - Thinkin' About Forever Lyrics and Youtube Music Videos

Album: Satellite
Released: 2001

Thinkin' About Forever Lyrics

Thinkin' About Forever

This song is about lead singer Sonny Sandoval 's mother, who died of cancer when Sonny was only 19. Sandoval often sings about rebirth and faith, which are part of his Chirstian beliefs. A later example can be found in his 2012 song "Lost in Forever (Scream)," from their album Murdered Love.

P.O.D. - Boom

P.O.D. - Boom Lyrics and Youtube Music Videos

Album: Satellite
Released: 2001

Boom Lyrics

I never knew that a kid like me
Could take his mic around the world and flash the big S.D.
And rock the masses, from Madrid to Calabassas
Tijuana, Mexico, bootleg demos in Tokyo
They know me though, 'cause I be puttin' in work
Commit my life to rebirth, well respected, 'cause that's my word
I'm sure you heard, about a new sound going around
She might have left my hood, but she was born in my town

You didn't know, thought we was new on the scene
Well, it's alright! It's alright!
I know you know, I see you smiling at me
Well, it's alright! It's alright!

[Chorus]
Boom! Here comes the Boom!
Ready or not, here comes the boys from the Lasal
Boom! Here comes the Boom!
How you like me now?

We rep. the South, so what you talking about
I'm not running off my mouth, I know this without a doubt
Cause if you know these streets, then these streets know you
When it's time to handle business, then you know what to do
Me and my crew, we stay true, old school or new
Many were called, but the chosen are few
We rise to the top, what you want? Just in case you forgot
Rush the stage, grab my mic, show me what you got

You didn't know, thought we was new on the scene
Well, it's alright! It's alright!
I know you know, I see you smiling at me
Well, it's alright! It's alright!

[Chorus:Repeat x2]

You didn't know, thought we was new on the scene
Well, it's alright! It's alright!
I know you know, I see you smiling at me
Well, it's alright! It's alright!

You didn't know, thought we was new on the scene
Well, it's alright! It's alright!
I know you know, I see you smiling at me
Well, it's alright! It's alright!

Is that all you got?
I'll take your best shot.

Writer/s: HARRIS, SHAWNTAE/HUTTON, L.T./SPOHN, DANNY/ALBELO, JUAN
Publisher: EMI Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
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Boom

P.O.D. lead singer Sonny Sandoval manages to rhyme "masses" with "Calabasas" (a suburb of Los Angeles) in this song about the joys of traveling the world and spreading your message. Much of Sandoval's message is driven by his Christian faith, which is apparent in the lyrics, "Commit my life to rebirth, well respected, 'cause that's my word."

Sandoval shows a lot of swagger in this song, but in his 2012 Songfacts interview , he explained: "I love what I do, but a lot of this is just a facade. It comes down to us being human and loving one another and taking care of each other. There's so much deception that takes your focus off of just loving people and serving people. I've been on the red carpets, I've been on the private jets. Those are all nice moments and what have you. But at the same time, it all ends. I write music, I play music because some kid is listening. It's not to sell records."

This was the third single off the band's breakout album Satellite, which was released on September 11, 2001. They almost always play the song at their shows, and for many years, they used it as the opener.

Some of the movies to use this song include Rollerball (2002), Grind (2003), and Biker Boyz (also 2003, this one used the Crystal Method Remix).

P.O.D. - Alive

P.O.D. - Alive Lyrics and Youtube Music Videos

Album: Satellite
Released: 2001

Alive Lyrics

Everyday is a new day
I'm thankful for every breath I take
I won't take it for granted
So I learn from my mistakes

It's beyond my control, sometimes it's best to let go
Whatever happens in this lifetime
So I trust in love
You have given me peace of mind

[Chorus]
I feel so Alive for the very first time
I can't deny you
I feel so alive
I feel so alive for the very first time
And I think I can fly

Sunshine upon my face
A new song for me to sing
Tell the world how I feel inside
Even though it might cost me everything

Now that I know this, so beyond, I can't hold this
I can never turn my back away
Now that I've seen you
I can never look away

[Chorus]

[bridge:]
Now that I know you (I could never turn my back away)
Now that I see you (I could never look away)
Now that I know you (I could never turn my back away)
Now that I see you (I believe no matter what they say)

[Chorus: x2]

Writer/s: MARTINEZ, VICCI / SVENSSON, PETER ANDERS
Publisher: Universal Music Publishing Group
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Alive Song Chart

This song is about not taking anything for granted, living each day as if it was your last. P.O.D. lead singer Sonny Sandoval, who wrote the lyrics, told us how it came together: "We were recording in Valley Village, and I was going back home for the weekends to San Diego. So I'd literally leave late Friday night and then come back late Sunday night. And then hit the studio on Monday. But it was my turn to start laying down vocals. And my daughter was very young - she was not even one yet. And so here I was supposed to record the song 'Alive' on Monday, and I hadn't even finished the lyrics yet.

So it's a funny story. My wife's driving so I can sit and just kind of concentrate. I always know what I want to say, and I work better under pressure. So here we are, it's nighttime, we're driving late Sunday on the 405 freeway. It's dark, and from the traffic light, I look back and I look at my daughter. And I don't know if you have kids or not, but you always hear people say, 'He looks just like you,' and 'She looks just like you.' And like forever I never saw that. And everybody's like, 'Oh, she's the spitting image, she looks exactly like you.' And I just didn't see it, because it's just my little baby. And for some reason with the traffic light shining in, I look at her and for the first time I see myself in her. I can finally see it now. And it was like, wow. That was just the moment. That's almost completely what the song's about. For the very first time I see myself in my daughter. It was a beautiful moment. I see me." (Here's our full interview with Sonny Sandoval .)

Sonny Sandoval is a Christian who speaks openly about his faith. While this song was inspired by a specific incident in his life, he sees it as having a universal theme. In his Songfacts interview, Sandoval said, "It's just whatever moment that is for anybody. If I'm talking of faith, it has to do with my faith in God. We always keep it open for interpretation, because I never want to sound religious or preachy. It's kind of like a painting: 20 people can look at a piece of art and have 20 different interpretations. I believe it's supposed to speak to your soul. So the same thing with our music.

I've had kids come up to me and tell me what my songs mean to them, and I'm like Wow. You know what, you just spoke to me, because I'm blown away right now. That's amazing. But it's the way they heard it. It's their life, it's their situation. It could be one or two words, it could be a phrase."

P.O.D. writes their music first, and before they added lyrics to this track, they referred to it as "Beautiful," since that's how the music made them feel. Sandoval wrote appropriately upbeat words to match the music.

This was the first single from P.O.D.'s album Satellite, which was released on September 11, 2001. Albums are traditionally released on Tuesdays, and the day of the World Trade Center attacks was a popular one for album releases.

The music video, directed by Francis Lawrence, depicts an accident on the Los Angeles freeway where a bus crashes into the protagonist's car, with the band playing nearby. Lawrence killed off the character, but was forced to bring him back to life when the label thought the original ending was too dark. The crew also encountered some real-life violence when a driver who was upset the freeway was closed for the shoot pulled a gun, but thankfully drove away. Lawrence is also a film director who helmed three of The Hunger Games movies.