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Like the society it mirrors, the music industry is hobbling in the wake of technological flux, economic freefall, and massive uncertainty. And like most of us, recording artists are spending less energy in these difficult times dreaming big creative dreams in favor of just hanging on to the bottom line.Yet despite the tornado of unsettled dust swirling around him, hip-hop veteran KJ-52 refused to play it safe, zigged while so many others zagged, and managed to create what’s easily the most mind-bendingly ambitious project of his career, Five-Two Television. There’s certainly nothing remotely like this conceptual magnum opus in our flagging musical marketplace. Eschewing convention and the party-line siren call of “less is more,” KJ-52 instead dives headlong into a new renaissance, boldly tackling sounds and words and ideas that at-once capture the dizzying array of galaxies in our media-drenched universe yet ultimately point to the One who holds time and space—indeed our planet, our very lives—together. “I wanted to create a record that’s almost like a TV station,” KJ-52 explains, tipping his hand to the album moniker and its packed, 24-track menu. “We live in a completely visual society, and more and more we experience life with all of our senses and on multiple levels. The record’s really about embracing where culture’s at and the way we relate to each other because of it—so I’m running toward it and using it and letting people see themselves in it.” If that weren’t enough to chew on, KJ-52 ups the ante by inserting among the adventurous tunes a four-act spoken-word biography starring “Chris Carlino”—a fictional character representing who KJ-52 may have become had it not been for Christ crashing into his life at age 15. “You get to hear this guy’s story told almost like a rehab reality show,” KJ-52 explains regarding his altar-ego. “It’s kind of like his blog.” In a sense, KJ-52 says, the songs themselves can be viewed as “commercials” for what can only be described as The Chris Carlino Story—which adds a bolstering layer to the multilayered Five-Two Television concept. And the kicker? (What? You thought KJ-52 was done?) Embracing the trend of electronic music sharing becoming more the rule than the exception these days, KJ-52 dreamed up the idea of awarding purchasers of Five-Two Television access to a downloadable version of the album they can give away. Why? “It’s a mix tape geared to reaching the lost,” KJ-52 says—in other words, the main record speaks into the lives of believers while the download (which contains exclusive tracks that resolve the rest of the Chris Carlino saga) is for those searching for answers. “So, yeah, I want fans to share this album,” KJ-52 notes. “And not only that, but doing so is a vehicle for sharing the gospel—except that I’m not spouting off some five-point salvation plan...it’s being done through storytelling.” Once the concept of Five-Two Television and Chris Carlino took root—a painstaking, sometimes painful process that involved KJ-52 literally revisiting his old neighborhood and old friends to relive what it felt like to be without Christ and without hope—the songwriting and recording came relatively fast and furious. Teaming up again with longtime producer-collaborator Aaron Sprinkle (Kutless, Jeremy Camp, Hawk Nelson) for four tracks, KJ-52 flew from his Florida home to Seattle where the pair “crafted the album from the bottom up” off and on for two months—a major shift from mailing the music back and forth across the country. The increased face time with Sprinkle, KJ-52 says, helped get things off to a perfect start. KJ-52 handled the remaining tracks with a star cast of co-producers, engineers and musicians. “The first song we did was ‘End of My Rope,’ and it came about after a conversation we had about how either God breaks you down, or we break ourselves down—until we’re just hanging on to a rope. We’re often very self destructive, and the only way we can begin our healing is by letting go.” Like the lion’s share of Five-Two Television tunes, “End of My Rope” is a mixing bowl of multiple genres, KJ-52’s unmistakable MC delivery mashed against blistering hard-rock guitar and a four-on-the-floor funky beat that, together, coax the listener on the dance floor with microphone in hand while playing air guitar: …you’re the one gonna save me / and I don’t wanna ever live safely / destroy my world and take me / past the end of my rope, break me… Among the catchiest tune in a cadre of hook-filled tracks is “Calling You,” which sports an electronica-drenched melody, KJ-52’s rapping, and distinctive R&B crooning courtesy of J.R. The mixture combines underneath KJ-52’s lyrics that humorously employ “text-message speak” (e.g., LOL, TTYL, etc.) as an analogy of God’s text message to us (his Word) and to show how much God wants a relationship with us. “Just like others try to get a hold of us with text messages,” KJ-52 explains. “God does the same thing with his text, the Bible.”…now I was like LOL / you hit me with a call, but it wasn’t on a cell / I went and got ya voicemail / right at the times when all the choices failed / I was heading right towards hell, laughing like ROFL / I couldn’t even find self, but you hit me on back like TTYL… Another track that speaks directly to a very dark aspect of our technological age is “Help Me Change,” a rapid-fire tune that poetically takes on pornography—and takes no prisoners doing so. Here KJ-52 joins forces with Pillar vocalist Rob Beckley (who serves on board of XXX Church, an anti-porn outfit) and the pair speak to pervasive struggle shared by so many, Christians and non-Christians alike. The tune came about after one line about porn in KJ-52’s previously recorded tune, “Fanmail,” opened up a flood of emails from guys and girls affected by pornography. “I felt it really deserved a full song addressing this secret addiction/problem,” KJ-52 notes. “In the church it’s mostly ignored and yet has been a major downfall for many I’ve known. I wanted to present multiple scenarios that would hit the scope of this issue as well as put a face on the struggle that many are going through.” …next time when the boy she’s texting / that texting turns into sexting / that sexting creates such a mess and / it leaves her mind in a state of depression / she’s blind, can’t see that the lesson / every time there’s a message she’s sending / of exposing her body her flesh and / leaves her caught in a place of deception… The ending track on Five-Two Television is “Dear God,” which takes listeners to only One who can save and heal and renew. “This was the final song on the album because it represents the conversation that most people have with God,” KJ-52 explains. “They have doubts, fears—I wanted to articulate those struggles that most people have trying to work through the issues they face.” Thematically it’s the character Chris Carlino’s final moment of decision. “He’s struggling with how he feels, wanting to make that decision to go forward and yet is still plagued with issues of doubt and regret,” KJ-52 reveals. “I felt musically and lyrically it was the best place to end the album as it begins the next part of his chapter in life.” Concept album. Biography. Vehicle of humor and wisdom. Sonic adventure. Mirror to culture and society. Evangelistic storytelling. KJ-52’s Five-Two Television is all the latter and more. So by all means stay tuned…and keep the remote handy.
GO KJ-52
written by Tailor, October 11, 2007 KJ!!!!!!! you are so cool.....a lot of my friends are in to rap/hip hop music and i am so happy that, thats how you speak the word!!!!! I went to the revolve concert in St.Louis MO.....u really opened my eyes to realize that you can speak gods word in so many ways..... so i wanted to say thank you! also, YOUR MUSIC IS SO COOL!!!!!!!!!well, i hope you have a good time preforming all the concerts!!! ☺ ☺ waz god bro
written by ks905, October 11, 2007 Yo man your flow is nice im a hip hop artise too but i wanna start rhyming about the word of god so basicly im looking for a collaberation ,, u can check out some of my tracks at www.betarecords.com/ks905 tell me what ya think thats my old rhymes befor i found the Lord ... New and lovin it
written by James S., October 12, 2007 KJ, hey man I heard about you a couple years ago but never listened to your rhymes until the other day. Your song was about the guy next to Christ on the cross. That song blew me away man, I've been tryin' to get the name of it but no one knows, I called the radio station but they didn't know what I was talking about cuz I didn't call soon enough or whatever and the Christian Bookstore ppl didn't know either. I hear all your stuff is off the chain so I can't wait to hear it. I really appreciate your ministry and don't ever let the haters keep you down, even for a minute! I'm totally gonna check out some more of your beats, keep em poppin. !! ...
written by Sarah, October 14, 2007 you were great at revolve this year in anaheim! last year too!! keep it up my arms are soo tired form pumping and waving and rolling! haha you keep the crowd wild! you have great music
written by stephen, October 14, 2007 you know i have an mp3 and all i have is christian music and all and i mean all of it is chirstian and you are on there i like almost al your music like i can call on you and give me my mountain dew peace p.s. your great man keep it up Thank lord for Kj-52
written by Harry (Harchris), October 14, 2007 Man im from Puerto Rico im been blessed by your music keep on on your music and on your destiny God have very great things for you. You need to come to Puerto Rico you have so many fans here ho like to hear you on a concert. blessings and God Bless all your family Thank You
written by Lacey-June, October 14, 2007 Hey kj i just wanted to say that i love your music and this may sound cheezy but it changed my life.. my friend told me about u and since then i've been listening to your music and its amazing! I never thought that music could make me feel the way yours does everytime i listen to it. You've given me faith in God the way i never thought i ever could... and by the way u should come to canada but come to manitoba cause u have so many fans!!!!! Lace u do amaizing work in my life and the life of others
written by Tean, October 15, 2007 hey kj i love ur muzik. all the way from new zealand ive got some difficulties in my lif but none the less i believe in the 1 and only god so just keep doin what ur doing and i would like 2 folow in ur foot steps, 1st trying to live my life for jesus and not be ashamed, but any how i got to go. u should come to parachute here in new zealand. or atleast try, itl mean alot to many of us ova here god bless Keep us da good work
written by Aryn, October 15, 2007 I'm blessed that I was alble to hear your music. Becasue it has changed my life termindously. U are my roll model. Keep up the great work. I love the messeges u rap most of them are so close to me heart. You have helped my through alot and just thought u would like to know that. God Bless, Aryn aka. Jesusfreak jus wonderin...
written by Josh, October 15, 2007 First, I just want to say that love all your songs and the great messages you've put into them (my personal favourite being A Boy Named Jonah0, but I was just wondering, did the things you described in #1 Fan really happen to you? You float my boat.
written by MEGAN, October 15, 2007 Hi KJ... i just wanted to tell you that you're pretty much wicked awsome and that you totally float my boat ( which means you rock in case you dont speak minnesotian) I really like your song Revenge of the Nerds cuz im kinda a nerd i guess and who doesnt love to see the nerds prevail? so yeah... ur awesome
written by Paige, October 16, 2007 Hey KJ I went to the Revolve Tour in St. Louis, MO. I liked you so much that I bought your CD for my brother and he loves you too. My cousin listens to all this kind of rap suff and I think its really cool how you tell about Jesus in your songs. I think it would be awesome if I could get him to listen to you but I don't think thats gonna happen anytime soon. Oh well I'll keep trying!!!! Paige You're Awesome
written by Penny, October 17, 2007 KJ - just wanted to let you know that it's not only the young ones that are listening to your musik. I grew up in the Detroit area (yea, Motown) way back when. I only like to listen to Christian music now and I prefer the upbeat stuff. I really like hip-hop and rap, but there are so few that are Christian. Thanks for keepin' on. Never give up, never surrender! ...
written by chelle, October 17, 2007 hey KJ I love your music...my nephews dont go to church and they listen to z1077...when I come back from revolve with your cd they loved it... PYDTT
written by Michael C, October 17, 2007 Hi KJ holla at ya from Mississippi God has a callin on ya life run wit it never hold back nomatter how people may hate ya. maybe I will rap dat work wit ya one day. God Bless keep spitin dat work to da lost Thanks KJ52
written by Jeremy, October 17, 2007 Yo dog,this Jeremy i just wanted to say thank you for your music. It made me realize that some rap isnt about being hot or getting babes. So thanks again,email me if you are ever coming to missouri. ... idk? =]
written by herica, October 18, 2007 Helloo KJ this is herica from stoughton MA, jus wanted 2 come by n say hi n that God will b by ur side no matter wat God bless u COME IN ITALY!!!
written by e-Sus Dj, October 18, 2007 hey man! I'm a only christian's Dj in Italy.. is too hard in italy to produce christian hip hop! please KJ, come here just for two rhymes!! you are welcome in italy man! contact me www.e-sus.dj bless you ;D
written by melissa, October 18, 2007 you are so cool man not sure
written by jeff, October 18, 2007 Im a 40 year old male and always been a christian rocker.Never been u p on rap just had to check his out before my daughter listened to your yearbbok cd.I hope you have the christian heart you seem to have,god bless you in all you do.Thanks Jeff i went to the revolve tour
written by maurin, October 20, 2007 KJ i loved the tour it was great but i think u were the best part of it Hey KJ
written by Fred, October 21, 2007 Dude i saw u this year just 2 months ago in Cortland,OH.the concert was awsome i ask my mother in law to buy me The Yearbook album.I love it. Wow!!
written by Mich, October 21, 2007 What a blast we had at Revolve in Sac!! I'm a mom of 2 girls and I can't thank all of you enough for the message and the awesome entertainment you provided for us this weekend. I wish there were things like this when I was younger. You definately are using your GIFTS!!!! you're an inspiration
written by Ashley, October 21, 2007 Hi kJ. I am from St.Lucia(in the Caribbean)and I jus wanted to say that, you're such an inspiration. It seems like you've been through it all...cuz you just 'get it' so well. I hope maybe someday you will be able to travel to St.Lucia, to inspire the youth there. I am trying to found a program for the youth there and I am hoping to use your song 'fanmail' as a theme song for the program. I haven't heard half of your songs, but its my favorite. hope to hear from you. God bless you. ...
written by Ashley, October 21, 2007 sorry bout dat. heres my email add.: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Gods crazy.
written by David, October 24, 2007 I was on youtube today just going through music videos and such. I somehow ended up on your video of Fanmail. It made me cry bro. You see I'm like one of the guys in that song. I love God pray for him to keep me safe but it seems some times that I'm just not doing that great. I strugle with things that I wish I didn't and I pray for God to take them away. I'd rely like to talk to you but the link for your contact is down so this seems to be the next best way. please IM or email me cause I need someone to look up to and you seem like that kind of guy. Until we talk bro. a son of God, David This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Aim: ldreid3 I have a question
written by Sarah Miller, October 25, 2007 hey kj awsome podcast i saw you at st louis at the revolve your and me and one of my friends tried to get your autograph but they had to many people and at least 6 of my guy friends dont belive i saw you so if you have the time can you e-mail me to get to know you or to get my friends to belive me ...
written by Sarah Miller, October 25, 2007 hey kj awsome podcast i saw you at st louis at the revolve your and me and one of my friends tried to get your autograph but they had to many people and at least 6 of my guy friends dont belive i saw you so if you have the time can you e-mail me to get my friends to belive me or to get to know you a yo
written by Isaiah, October 25, 2007 yo kj ur music really touches my heart man got all of ur cds and cant wait for ur next one hey kj
written by ashley, October 25, 2007 when i first heard ur music i loved it u helped me through a lot of things with ur music like ur song # 1 fan i was thinking just like that girl years ago but then a family member told me about u. i started to listed t ur music and u made me look at life in a diffrent way and im glad i have God back in my life.. i love u bye yo man
written by STEVEN, October 31, 2007 waz good? well i tell you man... thats sum stuff you have gone through.... well keep it real man and keep those hits coming man...PEACE GOD BLESS $MAN ...
written by coral, November 01, 2007 I love you and your music!!!!!! <3<3<3littleitalian hey
written by deloriane, November 02, 2007 Hey Kj..a friend actually intoduced me to one of your cds and it was pretty cool..one of my fav. songs has to be #1 fan..when i first heard that song i thinking about doing just that but then i heard that song and it reminded me of the way i felt when i went to church and that next sunday I was in church and heard another song of yours...lol Thanks.. wow
written by Madison, November 06, 2007 kj, i sent u a fanmail and i hope u get it. it explains "my" story. i luuuuv ur music nevertheless and i wanted to say that u r truly inspiring!! Thankz KJ
written by Michael, November 06, 2007 Wuz Up KJ. I've been a fan for a while. Just got the Yearbook and I've got to say thatr my Favorite song is "You can still come back." Because I thought that I had gone to far for even GOD to want me but you have helped me to understand that there is no where that is to far for GOD to take me from. Come to Jacksonville
written by Michael, November 06, 2007 Dear KJ-52 do you think you could come to Jacksonville Florida in the near future. There are a-lot of tweezee and tweetee in the 904. Hope to get the chance to see you in Orlando next year. Your tweezee in Christ. And fan Mike From middleburg prices
written by mack, November 09, 2007 i have one problem my book store sells the yearbook for 7.89 but your online store is way cheaper Oh My Gosh!!!!!!!!!!!
written by Kiana, November 12, 2007 OMG KJ!!!!!!!!!!!! I am like so obsessed with you!!!! I love your musica and how you spread the word of God with the lyrics. I would love to see you in concert. I love you and God Bless You!!!!!!!!! Kiana!! OMG! this is how i found out about you
written by Tiff, November 18, 2007 Hey KJ i love you music!!! I went to the Luis Palau thing and that was the first time i had ever heard you and me and my sister were like "OMG I LOVE HIM" so now we are like really big fans of you!!!! we have a lot of your cd's! REVOLVE
written by Cidney, November 18, 2007 I just got back from the revolve tour in portland Oregon and that was when i first heard you! you are such a good writter and you make the word of God easier to show people because i have a lot of friends that dont beleive in God so when i try to bring them to church and they think that it is boring and fake. but i had just showed a friend one of your songs and she really enjoyed it. After i told her you were a christian and she started listening to it more and i started being able to talk about things more to. Today i was so happy when i called her this mori=ning she actually said she wanted to go to church this time!! your name
written by Beka, November 18, 2007 I understand how you got the 52 but how did you come up with the KJ? I love how you the rap were you make up stuff right on the dot that has to take skill and talent I have be a Pastors Kids my whole life is its interisting to hear your story thanks OMG!!!! Come to Anza
written by Girlinacrazylilworld, November 19, 2007 Hey KJ my dad just let me get a username and he NEVER let's me get a username!!! anyway like wow I went to the revolve tour in anaheim and loved every moment u r such a rolemodle you should come to Anza Ca. i bet our wohle town of 10,000 would show the rest of calli I LOVE YOU! COME TO long island, NEW YORK ONE DAY PLZ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
written by jazzmin, November 24, 2007 Man KJ i just heard about u the other day, and i started listening to ur music. And i adore you. My mum is not a big rap person becuz she thinks rap gives kids bad motivation, making them do bad things, but when she hear u she said i could listen to rappers, if they have the same message. Plz come to long island one day, maybe to nassau county. My email is This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . plz email me. Getting A satelite Radio Station
written by Michael, November 27, 2007 Wuz Up Five Tweezy It's Mike From Middleburg FL, you ever thought of getting into the satelite radio biz. If you ever do try to get on Sirius Radio. Try to come Down To Jacksonville Fl. It's a long way to your other concert stops in Florida. The Biggest Jon Rueben fan Not!!! One of the biggest KJ52 Fans in the Deep south.. BigMan MIKE The kj Thing
written by Michael, November 27, 2007 Was up with the KJ thing Try an explain that to your loyal fan all over the U.S. And the World. We been wonderin about that whole thing and thanks for the reason behind the 52 thing we just been tryin to figure that other half. And when does the next record come outI hope it is really soon I have almost worn out the Yearbook album. you're still the bomb kj
written by pitsos, November 30, 2007 hey man, wats up, i was at your 1/21 concert in ky when first met you. i remember it so vividly because it was my birthday party. you were the koolest then, and are the koolest now, god's grace be upon you, i'm outty please read
written by marissa, November 30, 2007 hi kj im a new fan i love the song fan mail i can relate my life hasn't been that great ever since i lost my great grandpa i loved him so much but my friends help me get through my problems ur music has a message and im glad i came across ur song fanmail cause it opened my eyes thank u kj Hey
written by KID, December 13, 2007 Hey kj just want 2 say that i think u totally rock. i 1 heard about u from my cousin he let me listen 2 one of ur cds n i thot it was really cool then a few mons later i went YC in Edmonton AB and you were there and i have been a fan ever since. my favorite songs r revenge of the nerds for the ladys white rapper n napoleon dynamite (btw i luv that show ) . anyways gtg so ttyl KID God Bless O ya
written by KID, December 14, 2007 O ya n daddy's girl of course Uh...hey.
written by navora3, December 16, 2007 hey, I'm not a huge fan but I do like most of your music but there was that one song... #1 Fan was my favourite. ya see I use to be suicidal and I don't kno when ever I felt like cuttin up my arms and legs I would listen to that song and it made me feel like someone actually understood and someone cared. (I don't have a bad home so ya don't think that... it's a complicated reason) any way in your podcast thing of your tour at the start you showed the snow... well lets just say that's nothin compared to here in Fort mcMurray. but ya peace. ps. you are so much older than you sound... no offense hehe.....Michigan colors
written by Rissa, December 21, 2007 u rock!!!!!!!!!!! in the pics at the top of the page.....well blue and yellow are michigan colors (GO MICHIGAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!) (boo hisss ohio state!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!) u rock kj!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Fanmail
written by Kayonna, December 22, 2007 Hey...I just wanted to let you know that your song fanmail is my escape everytime I lose sight of my faith, because your advice at the end is really nice. God is Good, Kayonna Tweeza!
written by k, December 27, 2007 hey tweeza!hehe you said only your true friends call you tweeza at the revolve tour in portland,OR.so as your true friend i'm calling you tweeza. you rocked the house! Well just thought i'd tell you that i'm a big fan. I love your music. good lyrics and awesome advice in your songs (something you don't see now adays.)well ttyl. Peace out and god bless! jesus chicka dear slim
written by Anthony, January 02, 2008 i like your song to slim im praying for him every night the lord can do anything for us you are amazing
written by Whitney, January 11, 2008 I LOVE YOUR MUSIC SOOO MUCH AND I LOVE EVERYTHING YOU STAND FOR. MY FAVORITE SONG IS YOU CAN STILL COME BACK. KEEP IT UP, A LOT OF PEOPLE ARE LOOKING UP TO YOU, ESPECIALLY THE KIDS WHO REALLY DON'T HAVE ANY GOOD ROLE MODELS. YO FIVETWEEZY
written by quentin watford, January 13, 2008 Five Tweezy you rock!!!i know that you said your true friends call you Five Tweezy,so as a true friend let me just say,Whats up Five Tweezy!any wayy i just wanted to say that your music is great,your lyrics are great,all in all your just great and funny.i like that this is the way you spread the word!!! the songs you did at Youth Impact last night were really awesome.so yeah,keep doing what you do best and may GOD bless you every step of the way. Your Friend q Are you on your way
written by nathan, January 18, 2008 Hey KJ. People at work are teasing me because they think your not going to reply BUT I your not like the other Celebes, I sent you a couple of fan-mails. I cant wait to hear from you........ Please let me know if your ever coming to South Africa.PLeeeeeaaaaaaase!!! O' My friend & I are doing YOUR THE ONE (SOUL PURPOSE) on 1 of our youth services. Hope you dont mind. ANyway u should here my friend he sounds just like TC and me...hhmmm...well not like you but...... but some one told me I sound like Vanilla Ice...lol God Bless you KJ....... 1 LOVE AFRICAN FAN
written by nathan, January 21, 2008 GOOD MORNING KJ GOD BLESS YOU :)
written by Meghan, January 25, 2008 Daddys girl compleatly changed my life, and fanamil saved my friend from alot of pain and heartbreak, your musik is inperational, thank you so much for choosing to do what u do...no one does it better than u Revolve Tour
written by Holly, January 26, 2008 I just love your music! This past weekend I saw you at the revolve tour and got your new CD "yearbook" and autographed! hey
written by Savylla, January 27, 2008 hey, kj. i first heard of u last year @ Creation '07 and absolutely loved you. I've always wanted to find some nice, clean Christian rap and hip hop, but it's sorta hard. i'm not even sure if you truly realize how some of your songs have touched me and those around me. I just got the yearbook yesterday and the song Daddy's Girl really hit me hard. i just want to thank you, but also thank God for how he is using you in ppl's lives. Thanks. Thanks
written by Alyssa, January 30, 2008 Heyy...i love your music. its meant alot to me and 2 of my friends. we've all had a hard year and my resolution was to make my life more godly. so i decided to find myself some good chirstian music. i found one of your cd's in a magazine and thought i'd look up some of ur work to see it was good...and i was right. i just wanted to tell you to keep up the awesome work =] god bless, alyssa♥ KJ-52..God bl3ss YoU.
written by Prakash, January 31, 2008 Yo bro..Praise d Lord. God bless you alwez. I haf listened to your songs. It's realy cool. I haf been studyin the Holy Hip Hop stuffs lately. I luv Hip Hop music even since b4 i have been saved n I still do. I found an alternative way to keep on luvin hip hop and that is thru holy hip hop. I'm lookin forward to bring this on to my church and my nation [Malaysia] as im a hip hop lover who also haf formerly workin on my talents. For now i do write lyrics and produce beats. Maybe in the future by God's will n Grace.. I start a ministry as yours. Pray for me & I'll pray for u & thats my word. tc bro..lookin forward for a reply from u.till then.. One Love, One God & One Way! ...
written by daniela, February 01, 2008 Hi, well i heard your song on jctv and i loved it! i'm like all in to rock and stuff but your songs are so just so real. it's something that many teenagers go through. i believe that God has a purposse for all of us and yours is to rap the word of God. i really like your music! God bless u! peace! ...
written by heather, February 01, 2008 KJ i have to say your awsome.....i love your music it sooo kool...well ttyl bye bye ...
written by Carrie, February 02, 2008 OMG KJ>. your so0o flippin AWESOME>. your my biggest fan!!!.. i absoulely lov3 you!!!! I just heard you!
written by Rhya Fauteux, February 02, 2008 hey KJ! A couple of Hours ago, i was at the revolve tour at Orlando,fl. and I just found out of you this weekened! Thank you some much from the bottom of my heart for making the whole stadium rock with ur amazing songs! lol love ya so much! god bless ya! bye! Tina in WV
written by Tina Singleton, February 06, 2008 KJ...you've got some awesome skilz just sayin thanks and god bless
written by jeff oh, February 06, 2008 hey kj i listened to your songs one day and it really sounded good. I used to listen to eminem but ever since i listened to your song "dear slim" i really thought about what i was listening to so i threw all my eminem cds out and got yours so any ways just wanted to say thanks and god bless you you rock
written by Jonathan Cross, February 07, 2008 dude, ur music is off the chain!! i just got "the yearbook" not to long ago, and i thought it wuz great. just thought i'd take the time to tell you just how much u rock. later. written by Nyree Stoddard, February 16, 2008 Well I just got home from the Revolve Tour ("Denver") and I have to say that I just love your music. I was reading some comments that others had left and there was one that said "it's not just the young ones that listen to you, and it's true too. I'm not young anymore. I'm actually the one who came up and had you sign a picture of my daughter, myself and you taken about 2 years ago. I asked you " Do you remember this" you replied "I do" that was really touching that you remembered. I will be back to see you @ the Cross the line Tour @ Southeast Christian Church in Parker on May 10th 2008. I'm going to bring my Fiance this time, I know that he'd enjoy it. He grew up kinda like you in the hood and all, only white kid, ect. actually, back when we took that picture together, I had you autograph one of your pictures for him and it said To Jesse, God Bless. We still have it.(in a frame) Remember I told you that I used to listen to Emmineim and I don't any more, yeah that's me, Nyree. It's really been nice being able to meet you. Congrats on your son,I'm sure your a wonderful dad.Thank you so much for just being you,See ya soon (in may) God Bless you, Nyree Stoddard (Ree Ree) nickname. KJ52
written by Ashley, February 16, 2008 Hey KJ, I know that you are a major christian hip-hop sensation and probably don't even read these comments yourself, but I feel the need to tell you this. I am a seventeen year old girl that loves to rap, I actualy want to a youth pastor and use my rapping in my ministry. I have wanted to be a christian rapper for my profession since I was in the 5th or 6th grade. I just want to let you know that you staying strong is a big encouragement to me and I am sure it is to others as well. We love you so much and I will be praying for you. Why
written by chase, February 24, 2008 I have one question. Why do u trust God so much when he in the end will turn his bakc on you? He did that to me. Hey
written by Lizzy, February 26, 2008 Well, I like many of these people went to the Revovle tour, in Philly, and I really enjoyed your music and stuff. I had rarely heard of you before that tour, b/c only one of my friends had like meantioned you before. I'm really glad I came across you, I luv your music and I'm trying to get ur album. Thanks for your influence, your sis in Him~ lizzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzy p.s.- if u have any ideas on getting a prayer life started, pleaz talk to me, b/c i'm having sooo much trouble doing that. it's like i know i should pray, it's just really hard to get on my knees and doin it. thnx. my email is: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it ur awsome
written by morgan, February 27, 2008 Keep Rocken'
written by Stephanie, February 28, 2008 Hey KJ i love ur music.... my bro gave me ur cd and i have not stopped listening 2 i u r amazing.... keep rocken'... ...
written by Ian, February 28, 2008 Concert (Winter Jam)
written by Stephanie, March 03, 2008 Hey KJ, Its me again. I really wish that you would Join the WINTER JAM concert next year. I hope God blesses YOUR and everyones Week..... Hope You are doing Well..... Me.. changed life
written by brenna, March 04, 2008 kj every time i listen to your music i think bout how im living my life. And i also think bout how i can change it but i seem to fail every time so i give up. i finally found my solution i can listen to your music but i dont have to fail no longer. i love you kj always will. my brother loves you to you kinda changed his life as well. ...
written by jake, March 04, 2008 uhh...ur song......what was it again.......i forgot.....oh yeah, now i remember. #1 fan. it really speaks to me man and halped me out. peace. Ugh.
written by Stephanie, March 05, 2008 Hey KJ..... .... you know your song "Daddy's Girl"..... Well i was listening to that Yesterday..... and My parents are divorced.... and i really don't feel loved but anyone not even God.... i am at a point of...... well i don't know i just want to feel loved and like im pretty..... I believe that God is there but i don't feel his love or think that he thinks in pretty either.... KJ i just need you help maybe a bible verse or something.... God Bless everyone.... Your FAN.... UUUUUUGGGGGGGGHHHHHHHH..... ...
written by Stephanie, March 05, 2008 Rock My Face Off
written by Step, March 05, 2008 U rock My FACE off..... Love u KJ-52 Your Appearence
written by J.C., March 06, 2008 Hey Kj! I Was Just Wonderin' How Come You Never Smile In The Album Pictures? Soul Purpose
written by J.C., March 06, 2008 I Can't Finds It Any Where! Waaaa! It Starting To Get Agravating! Do You Know Wher I Could Get It? LOVE....
written by Steph, March 06, 2008 i love u KJ-52 always have always will... Love ur music...... Me.. HEY
written by brittany, March 06, 2008 HEY.....i jus wanted to tell ya that i love your music and that im glad someone is out there sendin a good message out to the young ppl in this world!!I have also written some stuff inspired by u!!I do alot of writting(poetry)and i might be goin to college to be a writer...im just not sure if i have what it takes....i was wondering if u could read some of my stuff and tell me what ya think...i would really appreciate it!! LOVE BRITTANY Hmm...
written by BlackXOAngel, March 07, 2008 Hey KJ, I don't think you read any of these yourself, but I would love for you to continue this Christian rap for as long as God calls you to. As you already know you're amazing and I love the fact that you rap to reach out to kids/teens like me. Even though your music is rap, it soothes me and just reminds me that God still loves me and that the problems that I'm going through will be over soon. I truley thank you for that...That's all I can think of for the moment. Thanks again! ...
written by S, March 08, 2008 ....Ahhhhhh......
written by Stephanie, March 08, 2008 How Are u doing KJ-52???? Wednesday
written by Stephanie, March 12, 2008 HAPPY Wednesday!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Album
written by Stephanie, March 14, 2008 Hey KJ, I was Just Wondering when you were Going to make an other album. Much Love Me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! u can do it
written by Dakota, March 16, 2008 hey kj, i'm amazed at what God has done with your life!! Movies
written by Shanlee, March 17, 2008 hey kj wats up im so cold right now!!! I have to keep the fans on because of some kind of air conditioning problem so im wearing 2 jackets anyway gotta go im going to the movies to see college road trip luv ya, kjfan- shanlee your the best
written by Zack, March 18, 2008 me and my dad love u but dont kno how to get tickets to ur show think u could tell me where to buy them? well thanks ...
written by Steph, March 21, 2008 Wat's up KJ.... Well My friend was almost sent to juvy and i gave him you CD and he has changed this ways...... KJ your a miracle worker..... Thanks For you music..... And that God has giving you the POWER to work throw this in people.... Thanks.... Love Ya.... Me!!!!!!!!!! help!
written by Fan, March 24, 2008 hey kj i need help. im addicted to cutting. i need help. im about to kill myself. please email me. thanx Life After Death.....
written by Steph, March 26, 2008 Hey KJ..... I was heard the song LIFE AFTER DEath...And it realy spoke to me in sooooooooooooooooo many ways...... i love that song that is my fave now...... thanks for that song....... i know that you will change/touch many people's life with that song..... Much love to you....... Me....... I love KJ52
written by Lisa, March 27, 2008 Is there a way that you can come to my birthday on July4,20008 because i never get to see you on you tours. Hey
written by Stephanie, March 29, 2008 Hey KJ-52 My church is doing a orphan fund thing..... And we need to raize more money....... So i was wondering if you could come to do a consert to benifit the cause.... Much love, Me!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ...
written by Dmitri Mayerhofer, April 01, 2008 ithink it is cool you wittness to slim through song keep it real ...
written by s, April 01, 2008 HEy JK i mean KJ lol well i am sruggleing with cutting can u help????????????? KJ your songs are da Bomb
written by Douglas Jerome Conklin, April 02, 2008 Hi KJ, I love your Music you Rock, Iam trying to look for Pen pals to hang out with do you know any one that can be friends with me? If so my E-mail is: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Thank you, God Bless ...
written by Stephanie, April 04, 2008 hello!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WOW....
written by Emma, April 09, 2008 wow.....that's awesome..... one of my favorite songs of urs is "dear slim"..... you rock sooo much!!!! i can't wait to see you in concert sometime...... God Bless, ~Emma~ Illinois Concert
written by Alisha, April 12, 2008 I went to your concert yesterday with no voice. I had to listen to your beautiful voice with out singin' along!!!! Well I love u KJ, u r an amazing artist, dont let any1 tell u otherwise. <3 Girl who lost her voice ...
written by Stephanie, April 23, 2008 .......... How you end up there?
written by Josh Barton, April 23, 2008 i heard you were a pastor dawg. so how'd you end up bein a rapper? i dunno, i never had a youth pastor, but thats crazy man. and props to you on the dear slim songs. em's my idol and i grown up on him but those songs are deep man. i'm tryna get my feet wet in the rap game but i dont got much christian stuff. we'll see what the future holds, for now... one love kool
written by krys, April 26, 2008 you r so cool i love your music ...
written by natalie davis, May 06, 2008 i love your music it rocks i have your cd on my mp3 i listen to it all the time at school. Great music
written by Samantha stewart, May 06, 2008 you have awsome music i love the song give me my moutain dew its awsome. ...
written by Nicky, May 09, 2008 KJ i love ur music but what does KJ stand for? from Russia
written by Stanislav, May 12, 2008 Hey, man! Thanks for nice lyrics, i really love your Remixed album. That's my first meeting with you (hope that not the last) and i can say that it's really cool, bro! If you'd come to Russia someday, remember that you're always welcomed... well in Stavropol for sure! God bless you, KJ... Your bro in Christ, <>< Stan Thanks
written by Emily, May 15, 2008 KJ, Thanks SOOOOOOOOOOOOOO much for being there for all your fans and even me. I can't even come close to explaining how much I love you as an artist, your music, your lyrics and much more. I'm so thankful for everything God has done and provided for me. I mean I have a very loving family, a roof over my head, and food to eat. Even when we're low on groceries or have little money God always whatches after us. Thing is, I don't deserve anything He's done for me. I'm such a lousy sinner and He died for me and saved me from living an eternal death in hell. 2000 yrs. ago He died for every single one of my sins past, present, and future. Luv Ya, Emily Kj-52!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
written by Corey Hall, June 11, 2008 hi kj, I was just introduced to your music a little while back, I had never listened to hip-hop/rap b4 and I didnt think I would like it. You changed that at the Cross the Line Tour, I bought two of your cd's and I love your music I havnt stoped listening to it since. Thanks for doing what God has willed you to do!!!!!!!!!!!!! CJ Dear KJ
written by Alex, June 26, 2008 Hi KJ my name is alex and im from phx arizona i cant remember when i started listening to your music but i grew up in a chrition home and understood what you said. but i love how you can spaeack the word of god to kids so they can understand it also you add funny things to em lol well i dont know what to say you inspire me in all ways possible and i thank god for that. on my cell phone i even had your opperator song thing from colaberations on their then i finished it off. well thank you for bringing your music into the world. it would be an honer for you to come to arizona to the jobing.com arena lol well you are my role model and ever since i started listening to your music i have felt like i jave know u well have a wonderful day week and life Love, Alex Wilson of Phx Arizona God Bless P.S
written by Alex, June 26, 2008 Your Dear Slim Part 2 song got to me the most thank god for u kj one love one god one way such a blessing..
written by Priscilla, June 28, 2008 That's all I can say... God bless you! love your music KJ52
written by mutethia william, July 18, 2008 zap kj52 i'm william from (kenya) and i love you music well it's rap but surely it has alot of meaning when one sits down and digest the rymes "wa!! zinabamba" as we'd say in sheng back in ma hood God bless and we are hoping that you will take a trip back here in Kenya peace. Troubled
written by Payton, July 28, 2008 HEy kj Wats up? i wish i could email you face to face. you are awsome you saved my life. your the best my mom has been trying to get me to come to my sense but ever since i have seen you in concert, i have felt good about my self.im glad i know your music because all the rap music they have now isnt exactly satifying me or my mother. She says that is what makes us act the way we act and do the things we do and feel the way we feel.you rok.bye ...
written by A, July 30, 2008 Since u opened up to us about ur 5 fave things here r mine: 1)Chocolateychip mint mocha frappicino from starbucks 2)Zuchini brownies u get ur serving of veggies but u can't taste them! 3) My best friends Brittany and Katherine 4)Playing my piano and clarinet (i'm in 7th grade but in the top band at my school!) 5) Playing Gunbound on the computer (its awesome download it by going on google and type gunbound download its free!) love ya, ariana las vegas NV where can i find?
written by Ariana, July 30, 2008 where can i find the song dear slim? i've never heard it but have heard of it. Can i find it online for free? e-mail me at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it love ya and bless all u r such inspiration!
written by Ariana, July 30, 2008 my dog has been having seisures for three days and he can barely walk and doesn't remember anyone in the family he doesn't even bark at the doorbell anymore! I've prayed and prayed and its working at first i didn't have faith but now i do cuz i listened to ur songs on yahoo music and they told the trust to have in god i love the way you make god sound so important in alll ur music its like unexplaainable anyway i have to go l8r g8r God bless the Five-Two
written by Dave, August 08, 2008 You're right man, right now hip-hop is dead, if not fake. you take the music outside of the box and add a little somethin called MEANING. You dont ride around in (borrowed) expensive cars and put your seld above everybody else. you get yor respect solely from your lyrics and your message and thats where it really counts dog. the world has just lost sight of that, keep steppin up and fightin for God! ...
written by molls, August 14, 2008 i <3 u kj52 YOUR AWESOME
written by Reiko Rivera, September 02, 2008 I LOVE YOUR MUSIC AND I WANT TO SAY THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING. REIKO i need help
written by REBECCA LEWIS, October 05, 2008 hay kj ive been sining a lot lately and my parents dont know and i dont know how to stop!!!!!!!! thanks kj ....
written by REBECCA LEWIS, October 05, 2008 i lik ur muzik i lisen 2 it all the time and my favorite songs r FanMail,Reveng of the Nerds,U Hang Up First,Pump that,Wake up and i used to be Napoleon Dinimite!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! #1 Fan
written by Nate, December 24, 2008 Thanks, your songs have really helped me through tough times in my life I <3 U!!!
written by Sarah, January 07, 2009 Hi KJ!!! You are amazing!! Last year(maybe 2006) i went to revolve in Sacramento. I haden't ever heard of you before, but i love all of your songs. I had to move from California last year(June 200 to Springfield, Illinois and your songs helped me deal with it better than I would have.I cannot wait to see if you have a concert here or near here sometime!!! You are such a role model and my hero. Thank you!!!!! <3 Sarah ...
written by William, January 10, 2009 Hello God bless you greetings from Guatemala to good music what is up
written by Justin, March 08, 2009 i love you so munch and u jsut relly what to tal kto you some time just me in person me and you was boring in the same place Marion,Ohio life changed
written by Amber Jo, April 07, 2009 kj this is a cool thing that happened: my cuzn and i where playing glover for the 64(lame i know) and talking about christ. he was having a hard tome knowing god was there and such. and he asked me how i know... i told him i just do, god saved me from myself and i just know he is there. the convo went on and he asked about the scars i have and i told him thats what god saved me from and i told him he saved you to from your past..(see he is a foster child) ans we talked and then i played him your song i can call on you (piano love remix) he started crying and i was to he told me he wanted to be saved like i am and be free! i prayed with him and you know what i feel closer to god even thank you kj for everything amberjo Hey!
written by Amanda Johnson, April 12, 2009 KJ you're so AWESOME!!!!! Keep up the good work! Come to Australia and keep working for God
written by Ashniru, April 23, 2009 Kj u are awesome.Keep up the good work(rapping for Christ). Also can u please come down to Kalgoorlie, Australia.Not many people have heard about u here but im sure they will soon. Keep living for CHRIST life changeing
written by nate, April 23, 2009 Hey Kj my bro got up on stage with you! He really lilked that cause he never done that before! well i would realy like it if you could pray for our family. we need dome help. Im tired of fighting with my dad and my brother i really wanna change but i just cant for some reason. i loved your music it was awsome! one of my faveorites is dear slim. because he does need to change i listen to his music and it is really degrading to women. I use to pray for him but he never changed so i just quit. Here in Des Moines Iowa my friend johntrail Gibson shot himself in the head when he was drunk so that is pretty hard on me. try to preach at christian Life Assembly! we would love you there hit me back! ...
written by nate, April 23, 2009 my email is This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it DUDE YOU ROCK
written by KJ, May 10, 2009 Dude you rock i am a devoted singer you rock god loves you for making music for him !!! you rock you should have a concert in Las Vegas or Salt Lake City... maybe even for free!!!! god loves he is always there for you you rock man!!! lol
written by Lacey, June 14, 2009 Hey KJ!! Ur AWSOME!! I thought it was great when u were in canvington at the cross over!!! Becuz U took my shoe and made a song out of it!!! I thought that was awsome!!! U even sighned it!! That was great!!!!!! tots
written by adam, August 13, 2009 hey dude if you have any tots can i have em hey
written by Sage White, October 01, 2009 you rock kj ...
written by brianna, October 02, 2009 omg kj2 you are so amazing when my friend first let me hear it i was a lil ify and wont sure if i wanted this 2 be on my i pod but i got this new cd five-two telvision and its something i really likeespeially he didthat ,swagged out with tags out,and shake it out oh and fuego those are my jams everymoring that get me going Dude
written by Chrissy Meador, October 24, 2009 DUDE, u r such a Gangster! And think that u r soo SICK! i hope u keep coming out with vido podcasts! i rely enjoy them and hope that i can see them for a while! latter Dude! christ Rocks, Chris! kj-52 is soo auesome
written by Chrissy Meador, November 08, 2009 HEY I THOUGHT THAT I WOULD CHECK IN WITH YOU MAN WELL...... AND I WAS ON JONAH WHEN ARE YOU COMING TO COLUMBUS IN.?_? me ...
written by glenn, November 11, 2009 i need ur help kj im suicidal pls help me someone i cant stand life anymore i just lost my dad i cant go on i wanna die ??
written by Chrissy Meador, November 22, 2009 Doses any one know when Kj's birthday is? and what his last name is? i cant not seem to figer it out! Kj you r great and i hopr that you keep making all the new cds cant wate to hear the new cd! KRI-C i love kj
written by Chrissy Meador, November 29, 2009 kj you rock and i love all your cds! hi
written by Chrissy Meador, December 03, 2009 KJ YOU are awesome i ama listing to you right know! hey i have a good friend that needs prayer can you pray for him? you incourge me every day! man i pray that you stay on the GODS path!!! ME AGAIN! glenn
written by Chrissy Meador, December 17, 2009 Dude do't give your life like kj said "you are a special creation that GOD HIM self made" "KJ -52" hey i will pray for you! that is all i can do call on GOD and HE will help you when ever you need him! Just trust and belive him an go to church man talk to your paster! Read your Bible and keep it close! Christ loves yo Chris! ...
written by Mary Kailyn Spurgin, January 06, 2010 ok so why is it 52 what does 52 stand for??? Mary Kaitlyn Re: ...
written by Micah Nagel, January 15, 2010 52 stands for the 500 that Jesus fed 5 loaves and 2 fish ...
written by Chrissy Meador, January 20, 2010 What does KJ stand for??? KRI-C HEY
written by Chrissy Meador, January 22, 2010 I FIGERED OUT WHAT KJ STANDS FOR KING J IT IS FROM AN OLD BAND THING I THINK IT WHAT HE SAID ON A PODCAST I HTINK IT WAS!!! ...
written by Jess L, February 03, 2010 Hey Kj... I just wanted to say thanks. Your music definitely encourages me. I'm going through allot right now... it would be a lie to say I haven't seriously thought about suicide. One night I wrote a suicide letter... but my friend stopped me. He gave me a few of your songs, and they got to me... especially your songs I can call on you Remix the lines about the girl who cuts. And you're song Picture, thanks for giving me hope KJ.. if it wasn't for your music I'd have lost all hope and given up before now.. ...
written by Mary Kailyn Spurgin, February 13, 2010 hey dude love ya=] Jess L
written by Chrissy Meador, March 10, 2010 hey Jess i will pray for you, as a friend would! i hope that thing are going better for you know and i have also thougth of running away and although that is not as bad as thought that have run through your mind! someone very close to me was a alcholic and i was very scrared and their was a lot of fitting in my house for many year! but know sence i have prayed so much the lord has fixed confroned the person and things have been going well! i hope that you are doing well try to get plugged in to a youth group and a good church! i hope that you have been praying alot and i will pray for you as well! i hope that this helped a little! KRI-C
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Like the society it mirrors, the music industry is hobbling in the wake of technological flux, economic freefall, and massive uncertainty. And like most of us, recording artists are spending less energy in these difficult times dreaming big creative dreams in favor of just hanging on to the bottom line.
In a sense, KJ-52 says, the songs themselves can be viewed as “commercials” for what can only be described as The Chris Carlino Story—which adds a bolstering layer to the multilayered Five-Two Television concept.
Among the catchiest tune in a cadre of hook-filled tracks is “Calling You,” which sports an electronica-drenched melody, KJ-52’s rapping, and distinctive R&B crooning courtesy of J.R. The mixture combines underneath KJ-52’s lyrics that humorously employ “text-message speak” (e.g., LOL, TTYL, etc.) as an analogy of God’s text message to us (his Word) and to show how much God wants a relationship with us. “Just like others try to get a hold of us with text messages,” KJ-52 explains. “God does the same thing with his text, the Bible.”
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but i had just showed a friend one of your songs and she really enjoyed it. After i told her you were a christian and she started listening to it more and i started being able to talk about things more to. Today i was so happy when i called her this mori=ning she actually said she wanted to go to church this time!!
