Search - Da Truth :: Big Picture

9.0 out of 10 rating from CHHReview.com (Christian Hip Hop R

S. Feld | 07/21/2009

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Like it's title suggests, the directive of this album is to immerse the listener in a collection of songs that paint a vast picture. As a matter of fact, this album aims to paint the grandest of pictures imaginable: The fall of man and God's redeeming love shown towards humanity.



Like a cosmic jig saw puzzle, this picture is carefully pieced together starting all the way from creation (Legend) to the fall in the garden ("Tree to Tree", "Lost") to the future glorious appearing of the King of all kings, Jesus Christ ("Trumpet Blow").



The album also includes encouraging and uplifting songs which exhort the listener to live as Christ would have us to live until his return. ("Great Wall", "Fantasy", and "Talk to You" to name a few.)



One of the qualities that I most appreciate about Da Truth as an artist is his tendency to push the envelope in his music, often embracing eclectic beats and unconventional chorus'. The song "Great Wall" is a good example of this reality, with it's boistourous and joyful chorus urging us all to break down the walls and differences that divide us. I can't help but want to crank up the volume and be moved with emotion.



Stand out songs include "Lost", "Trumpet Blow", "You Made", "Fantasy", and "Great Wall".



Overall the album does an impressive job of covering such a colossal range of subjects and is a very worthy addition to any hip hop fan's collection. It has earned a 9.0 out of 10 rating from [...] (Christian Hip Hop Review - a site where Christian Hip Hop albums are reviewed and recommended.) which also translates to the album being a Gold Medal Winner.



Here is a detailed breakdown of the album, where each individual song is rated:



1. U Ready? - 8.5/10

2. The Big Picture Interlude - no rating

3. Legend - 8.5/10

4. Tree to Tree - 8/10

5. Intermission - 8/10

6. Lost - 10/10

7. Trumpet Blow - 10/10

8. You Made - 10/10

9. Applying The Big Picture - no rating

10. My President - 8.5/10

11. Great Wall - 9.5/10

12. Fantasy - 10/10

13. Talk to You - 9/10

14. That Great Day (Remix) - 9/10

15. How Long - 8.5/10

16. Pain - 8/10

17. Suitcase - 8.5/10"

Simply Put

Illini_Blue | Chitown | 03/15/2010

(5 out of 5 stars)

"We live in a world where the media floods us with wickedness and perversion.

I go out of my way looking for substitutes to what the World offers. Why?



If we are Believers in the Lord we have to be very careful about what we consume. Both literally and figuratively.



Growing up as a hip-hop head I admit it was very hard divorcing myself from the likes of Mobb Deep, Nas, Wu Tang, Boot Camp etc, but I also realized that I was warring inside.



I loved the beats and the flows of secular rap, but as another writer stated, I began to listen to what was being said. I mean really listen.



How could I condone the violence, the ignorance, the disrespect and other issues that offend my God? I couldn't.



I urge you, the reader, to support Christian music in all its forms. Rap, Rock, Alternative, Praise. Gospel you name it.



I dare you for one week, listen ONLY to Christian Radio and Music.



Then go back and "try" to listen to secular radio and music. Listen to the messages being offered and decide which is more "healthy" for consumption."

The Big Picture will Open Your Eyes, Mind, Heart and Soul!

Shazzar Kallie | Long Beach, CA USA | 09/19/2009

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I've been a fan of Da T.R.U.T.H. since his first album because he was affiliated with the world's best hip hop group The Cross Movement. Da T.R.U.T.H. has been evolving with each album, which is evident with the creation of "The Big Picture". Da T.R.U.T.H. must truly love the Lord because with his gift, lyrical skills and production quality he could easily rival Jay-Z if he chose to serve the world instead of serving God with his musical ministry. It is obvious he cares more about walking on the streets of gold in Heaven than earning gold albums in album sales. I listen to "The Big Picture" every day and it truly gets my mind, heart and soul along with my body moving.



The album has 15 excellent songs and two interludes by Kirk Franklin (giving Da T.R.U.T.H. reciprocal respect for what he did on "I Like Me", which was featured on 2007's best album "The Fight of My LIfe). I know there are a lot of young people in the church that want to be true Christians, but they're torn between the superficial attractions of the world, which includes secular hip hop by the likes of Lil' Wayne, Jay-Z, etc. but if they gave a listen to Da T.R.U.T.H. they'll realize what the world has to offer cannot compare to what the Lord gives. Don't be fool by the beats of secular music because if you take them away and truly examine the lyrics you'll realize the songs are empty and void without meaning, but if you take away Da T.R.U.T.H.'s musical tracks you'll be left with sermons and testimonies of faith! "The Big Picture" is a gift from God, because not only will it get your head nodding from the beats, but it'll get your mind thinking from the lyrics and get your heart/soul open for what the Lord has for you to do.



I love all the songs on the album, but the few that truly stand out to me are "U Ready" that instills in us that we're all soldiers for Christ, so get ready for the spiritual battlefield. "Legend" is a song of inspiration that details the Earth's creation and how awesome our God as the creator is. "Lost" expresses where we would be without the Lord's mercy, and that is lost! "Trumpet" is simply a holy hip hop classic with Trip Lee that extols what we can expect after the trouble of this world is over. "You Made" gives props to the Lord for everything He has made. "My President" shows that Da T.R.U.T.H. knows current events and speaks to the world we live in now. I highly recommend this album because it's simply awesome and anointed. The beats are amazing and you can bet I'm listening to this album when running/working out because it gives my mind, heart and soul a workout while I'm getting my physical workout on. God is Love!"