Prayz1

Whether he is spitting a hot 16 bars, or leading the crowd into a melodic worship, the anointing that God has placed in Prayz1 is undeniable. He was in love with music by the age of four. By his teenage years, he was a well-known local rapper, but his music was secular based. In 1998, the Philadelphia native witnessed the redemptive power of Jesus Christ and his life has never been the same. He heeded God’s call on his life and put aside a potentially promising career as a college athlete to pursue his musical ministry. The singer/rapper is changing the face and sound of Kingdom music. In 2006, Prayz1 released his first CD, “The Difference”, an eclectic mix of rap and rhythm and praise, with radio hits such as “Church Fan”, “God Has a Plan” and “Victory”. In August 2009, Prayz1 released his anticipated sophomore album, “Seat Music”, which he describes as “music from the throne”. The project had radio airplay with the singles “Faith”, “Stronger”, and “Hold On”. Prayz1’s collaboration with Tye Tribbett on the song “Better” was predicted to be a fan favorite as well. The project reflects the versatility and spiritual growth of Prayz1 since his first release. The “out of the box” album includes themes of faith, growth, and domestic abuse. Listeners will find a beautiful mix of Latin rhythms, rock, rap, rhythm & praise and contemporary Christian styles on “Seat Music”. His band, Tha Underdogz, backs Prayz1; a six-piece ensemble that includes drums, percussion, bass, guitar, keyboard, and horns. Prayz1 and Tha Underdogz are a great example of young men giving their gifts back to God. Whether it is an elementary school or a college, community event or stadium, or opening up for the likes of Tye Tribbett & Greater Anointing, JJ Hairston of Youthful Praise, John P. Kee and Kierra Sheard, Prayz1 uses his vocal and rapping talents to spread a word of hope, healing, and salvation to the young and young at heart.