Music Brief: Da' T.R.U.T.H.'s The Big Picture

The "big picture" premise of Philly rapper Da' T.R.U.T.H.'s latest release encourages Christians and nonbelievers alike to not sweat the small stuff and focus in on the grace of God that enables us to transcend the slavery of self-sufficiency and worldly notions. It also reminds us of the other important big picture premise, that life on Earth should not be our primary focus, but rather ensuring our eternal life with God when the time comes.

Da' T.R.U.T.H. refocuses our attention with songs that bring the Bible to life (by recounting creation, the fall of Adam & Eve, and the end times), and through songs meant to convict us through discussion on challenges that people face today. Track styles range from street rhymes to electronica, rock, and traditional gospel.

My Top Songs:

• Legend: A glimpse of creation? Priceless.
• Intermission: God's answer's always on time.
• Lost: Trunk rattler and soul stirrer.
• Fantasy: Identity adjustment, with J.R.'s help.
• Pain: Futuristic beat for universal problem.
• Suitcase: Posse cut--pilgrims passing through.