5 Reasons You Should Get Lions & Liars

Type: blog By Trip Lee Posted Mar 23, 2010 61 Comments

Today I was listening to Sho’s new album and kept thinking, “Everyone needs to have this album.”  So I’m blogging to tell you five reasons this project is worth your investment.

1. Wordplay
One of the things I’ve always admired about Sho as an emcee is his creative and clever wordplay.  One listen to “Lion’s Anthem” and you’ll know exactly what I mean.  It’s a good feeling when you listen to a song for the 20th time and you still catch something new.

2. Great Storytelling
Story telling has always been a part of hip hop.  Sho happens to do it exceptionally well.  You’ll get stories about lions, liars, and even get to peak into the life of Sho.  It engaging, entertaining, and challenging.

3. Great production
One thing I’ve learned is that your songs can only be as good as your production.  Lions and Liars has top notch production from start to finish that complements Sho’s lyrical gifts perfectly.  The sound is diverse and uniquely Sho Baraka.

4. Sho’s growth as an artist
Contrary to Sho’s public claims, we all loved his first album.  But in between TMLU and L&L he got even better at the stuff he was already great at.  And he became great at some new things as well.  It makes for a quality offering from a seasoned emcee.

5. Encouragement to be a lion
Sho set out to encourage us to glorify God in our various fields.  The album will hit you right where you live and will challenge you to think like God thinks and to love like God loves.  Jesus is exalted and we are encouraged to live by faith.  The album is relevant to believers and skeptics, and it will challenge all who hear it.

So there you have it.  5 great reasons you should pick it up next week.  If you don’t have enough money, skip lunch for a few days and get fed Tuesday.  Your ears and your heart will thank you.  I could have mentioned the fact that Sho needs money to support his hairstyle changes or that I’m featured on two songs, but I think those five will do.

Get the album in our store, at Wal-Mart, iTunes, Christian bookstores, etc.

I’m trying to resurrect my short-lived Tuesday blogging.  Let’s see how it goes.  Check back next week

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  • Zac Johnson (Mar 23rd, 10 at 1:50 PM) Legit mayne. Imma fast from lunch so I can pay for it lol. Thanks for bringin it back Trip, people do read it. Be encouraged bruh.
  • Drew Miller (Mar 23rd, 10 at 1:51 PM) Im gonna pick this one up
  • Leatrice (Mar 23rd, 10 at 1:52 PM) Yaay!!! I WILL be making my purchase nxt week. I can hardly wait. That single...lawd have mercy! LOL Jus kno that ima be contributing to the 'hairstyle changing fund'
  • Abokomah Jackson (Mar 23rd, 10 at 1:52 PM) will it be available in Canadian Walmart stores too? Hope so.
  • Phillip Holmes (Mar 23rd, 10 at 2:01 PM) Greatly appreciated! Sho is slept on as an artist in my circle because his flow is unique and creative. I'm always anxious to hear what this dude will come out with next. I got this joint on preorder so I think you all should bless us and send them out early to the ones who preordered lol! It would be greatly appreciated! :D GET THIS CD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! If cats really love the Gospel and Hip Hop they'll become more than just Lecrae fans and appreciate all style and new ones as long as CHRIST is center and his fame is being spread! Thank God for ReachRecords! :D Again! Awesome show last week is Memphis.
  • burger116 (Mar 23rd, 10 at 2:02 PM) YO, I pre-ordered this album and i am in much desire to hear it. I cant wait to see the growth in sho, and TMLU was a beast! i loved that cd. maranatha! keep bangin' out hits for the glory of God and growth of His bride. grace and peace fam. Amen
  • Judah Ben (Mar 23rd, 10 at 2:02 PM) Already ordered the album. Already amped for it to show up in the mail next week. Trip's right. Next Tuesday there will be a feast!
  • Lisa <3 (Mar 23rd, 10 at 2:22 PM) lol! That's funny (about the hairstyles
  • Lisa <3 (Mar 23rd, 10 at 2:25 PM) ...
  • Victoria (Mar 23rd, 10 at 3:02 PM) Stick with it! Blogging, rapping, and serving God!!! I've been counting down the days for L
  • Michae A (Mar 23rd, 10 at 4:57 PM) The first album was classic. I have no idea why Sho thinks it was ordinary...I will be at Walmart on Tuesday to grab this. I have to fight the temptation to download it...lol
    Keep doing your thing Sho...

    BTW, I loved the podcast too.
  • Mo. Greene (Mar 23rd, 10 at 5:49 PM) You guys have been a tremendous influence and inspiration to Christian Hip Hop. And with the songs two Songs I heard from Sho's upcoming album,Revolutionary Died and I forgot the other one,I has been very relevant to the Christian walk of life. I'll keep praying that God keep being a way maker in my life the life of those already doing Christian Hip Hop. I salute you guys for doin such extraordinary work. Glory Be to God.
  • rebecca (Mar 23rd, 10 at 5:50 PM) thanks so much! i'm really excited about L
  • Janie (Mar 23rd, 10 at 6:39 PM) Ya'll already had me at 'LionsandLiars' Lol!! Sho I'll be praying that you are redeemed from those funky glasses...and did you take the lens off them too in the 'we can be more' video?? LOL! Love your style, your devotion to God and that you are using your gift to glorify Him, Thank you to Sho Baraka, Lecrae, TripLee and Tedashii for bringing Purity and more importantly Christ into Hip Hop. One Love.
  • Carlos Castro (Mar 23rd, 10 at 9:03 PM) I'm getting one for a friend and for myself. God bless, man. Thanks for your ministry.
  • CMB (Mar 24th, 10 at 12:25 AM) I already trust there's going to be good production, I'm byuing it because I need that truth in my ears. I buys it all, from reach to crossmovement to lampmode, even Jahaziel. God has blessed them all to give us the truth, morals and more,keep giving it to us my brethren and we'll get supporting. Grace and peace and may God continue to bless you
  • Gilbert Eastlan (Mar 24th, 10 at 7:08 AM) Brother Sho Baraka everything that Reach Records has made has been off the chain. So Lions and Liars by you will be no different. Lecrae has three solid albums, Tedashii has two solid albums, Trip Lee has two solid albums, Sho Baraka you have one solid album even the Dj Official album is solid. So I have complete confidence that your sophomore album Lions and Liars will be fantastic just like all the other albums from Reach Records. Reach Records may you have many more Magnificent albums to come my brothers in Christ Jesus. Jesus Christ is God in The Flesh forever Amen.
  • Ray (Mar 24th, 10 at 7:16 AM) Trip Lee...
    I enjoy reading your blogs.....and I know you are busy so please take this comment lightly.....but I noticed that on every blog you write, there are some people that ask questions.....but you do not seem to respond....is there a reason for that? Or maybe you respond privately. Blogs are definitely another way to interact with the fans and brothers
  • Jacoby (Mar 24th, 10 at 8:55 AM) already got it brov! can you send it out already? i'm still waitin for when we're gonna get together and collab. LOLz

    Keep goin guys. Life is a vapor, then you stand before your Maker. This life will soon be past, only what's dropped for Christ will last!

    soli deo gloria romans 1136
  • Aric Beemer (Mar 24th, 10 at 10:14 AM) Hey, I will definitely get his new album!!! God is using Sho in many great ways! God Bless all you Saints!!!!!!
  • Waldo (Mar 24th, 10 at 10:28 AM) I already got my pre-order a while back. The good thing is that it comes after the day after my b-day so it is a great present. I am looking forward to hearing this album.
  • Ericka (Mar 24th, 10 at 11:30 AM) Can't wait til our pre-order comes! While my husband has been listening to 116 for a minute, it was Sho's "Overrated" that caught MY attention about 2 years ago. I'm sure Lion's and Liars will not disappoint. Our youth ministry is so excited about Sho Baraka coming to Orlando in two weeks!! If anyone is in the area, stop thru! We'd love to have you join us. http://www.nocramzone.com
  • Frank Evans (Mar 24th, 10 at 11:51 AM) I know I will not be dissapointed.
  • Hedley Cayasso (Mar 25th, 10 at 7:47 AM) whoo! tuesday blogging! Praise God. Most definitely will pick up the album.
  • london (Mar 25th, 10 at 8:17 AM) i was able to get me hands on Sho's new cd and like Trip is sayin' this cd is "Incredible". it is a must have. Sho has stepped Gospel Rap up another level. the beats are hott and creative and lyrics are thought provoking. i'm planning to purchase more to be a blessing to others. again this is a must have.
  • MrPeterson (Mar 25th, 10 at 10:19 AM) I cannot wait!....anybody know if those who pre-ordered will get the cd a little early?
  • Josh (Mar 25th, 10 at 1:28 PM) I was also able to get the cd early. Great album, no disappointment! Wonderful beats and lyrics. I encourage all to purchase. I agree with london....it is a must have!
  • Jeremy Dillow (Mar 26th, 10 at 9:05 AM) Mine shipped yesterday! I can't wait!! Thank you Sho!
  • Samuel Coleman (Mar 27th, 10 at 9:01 AM) First off want to thank Sho,Trip,Lecrae, Tdot, and all artists who bring the true word of God,, for all the albums. I have bought everyone so far.. I am so hyped about Lions
  • MrPeterson (Mar 27th, 10 at 2:24 PM) Just go mine in the mail!....Can't wait to listen to it!!!!!!
  • Sugafries (Mar 27th, 10 at 4:51 PM) I got it earlier today cuz I preordered and haven't stopped listening to it, goin to the body Christian nightclub here in tha Lou later, and can't wait to rep this album wit my L
  • Sugafries (Mar 27th, 10 at 4:54 PM) Wit my L
  • Sugafries (Mar 27th, 10 at 5:42 PM) I kept trying to say with my lions and liars t-shirt. But it keeps saying with my L
  • DMaison (Mar 27th, 10 at 7:08 PM) What a GREAT DAY! Arrived home from work and sitting on my front porch...The package...Opened it up and threw on my Lions
  • Brad S (Mar 27th, 10 at 11:40 PM) Ooooo Yes! This is a great Sho album! Got my preordered copy and have been blasting it. And I just know I will keep picking up more lines with each replay! Thanks for the encouragement and inspiration, Sho!
  • GlD (Mar 28th, 10 at 3:59 PM) Got mine yesterday, and man, these Reach albums just keep getting better and better with each release... You guys are truly inspiring in your faith. The shirt is sweet too...
  • Russell (Mar 28th, 10 at 5:27 PM) Just got the album yesterday. Reach Records keep on produceing the hits. Your missing out soo much if you dont get Lions and Liars.
  • Bradley J (Mar 28th, 10 at 5:39 PM) preordered it already...ima let some of my londoners know what Sho is sayin =D
  • mike (Mar 29th, 10 at 12:02 AM) definitely enjoying the cd, every apsect of it has been a blessing and plus the pre order came with the instrumentals which are a blessing
  • ashley alafberg (Mar 29th, 10 at 4:57 PM) Grace and peace to you Trip and the fellas!

    I've all ready pre-ordered my copy a long time ago just waiting for it to come in the mail! I pray its before wed!! that is one thing that is a blessing with every new cd release from you guys, is hearing the mature growth, knowledge, and your flow mature!! Your a blessing daily in my life and I always thank and praise God for how He uses you guys!! Much love fam!
  • Jesus Rosario (Mar 29th, 10 at 9:47 PM) Yo! Did I really just get a LaffyTaffy with my deluxe order! HAHA Thanks SHO! :D
  • Jesus Rosario (Mar 29th, 10 at 9:47 PM) Yo! Did I really just get a LaffyTaffy with my deluxe order! HAHA Thanks SHO! :D
  • ANTOINE MASON (Mar 29th, 10 at 11:43 PM) The Laffy Taffy I got with the Album made me think of how silly yet serious (oxymoron) Sho is. I, of course, gave it to my wife since she said I don't need it. Yet the album is off the chain (for lack of a better statement). I just sat down and listened to it in one sitting and must say that it blew me away. I mean even by secular rap/ hip hop standards this album is the best I have heard in awhile. Now Trip and Lecrae please do not take long to make your next albums. You got a Christian Hip Hop head wanting more.
  • eMJOY (Mar 30th, 10 at 10:48 AM) skip luch for a FEW DAYS
    and get fed TUESDAY
    hahah. Trip is rhyming even as he cracks yey! nice one man.
    I guess Im encouraged to kop it now.
    hav JOY mans
  • IAn Moore (Mar 30th, 10 at 11:37 AM) BANGING CD keep up the work man.... hearts will be changed this is like an energy drink or adrenaline shot for the saints ON MISSION
  • (Mar 30th, 10 at 1:15 PM) I got mine in the mail yesterday. This album is crazy! Definitely a MUST HAVE!! I highly recommend it. The 11Six Clique always brings the heat!!!! GOD BLESS.
  • Adam (Mar 30th, 10 at 2:26 PM) Got the album yesterday and it is amazing. I agree with Triplee completely. Sho Baraka's lyrical content is smooth and convicting and overflowing with truth. Me, Myself
  • Noone (Mar 31st, 10 at 12:53 AM) man Reach Records, i got the album today. and it is awesome. i love the honesty that Sho shares about his life, because all of our lives are basically the same spiritually, with the ups-and-downs. just thought i'd leave a comment
  • Michael Azonye (Mar 31st, 10 at 1:52 PM) This album has just increased my desire to walk the lonely path of Christianity. God Bless you Sho Baracka for using your talents and resources to produce this master piece!
  • LOU (Mar 31st, 10 at 4:33 PM) DOPEST ALBUM OF DA YEAR!! FORREALL!!!

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