It addresses the "struggling, heartache, and heartbreak" that Christ experienced, validating that He understands the pain of His followers.
is a landmark Christian hip-hop track by Lecrae featuring Flame , released on October 23, 2006 . It serves as a cornerstone of Lecrae's second studio album, After the Music Stops . Key Track Details Album: After the Music Stops (Reach Records). Release Date: October 23, 2006. Producers: Marcus T. Williams and Lecrae Moore. Recording Location: ReachLine Studios in Denton, TX. Themes and Lyrical Content Lecrae - The King ft. Flame
Flame's verse highlights how Jesus can sympathize with human weakness, having lived in Nazareth (compared to "urban streets") and faced rejection, suffering, and betrayal. Key Track Details Album: After the Music Stops
The song references the "Lion of Judah" and the contrast between the first Adam (who died with his bride) and the second Adam, Christ (who died for His bride). Williams and Lecrae Moore
The lyrics repeatedly ask "Who da King?" with the response "Jesus Christ rule dis thang!". It emphasizes that He rules over the entire earth and will return to reign.
Experience the track and its powerful message through these official and fan-curated videos: Lecrae - The King ft. Flame YouTube · Reach Records Lecrae - The King (feat. Flame) (FULL SONG) YouTube · wastified