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Message Summary
Black Star is a message about spiritual freedom—freedom of thought, purpose, and identity. It reminds us that God created us with the ability to rise above fear, limitation, and false narratives. True freedom begins in the mind, is activated by truth, and is sustained through intentional growth.
This message challenges listeners to stop living as passengers in their own lives and to step fully into the calling God has placed within them. When we release fear, let go of distractions, and seek truth for ourselves, we discover that God has already given us wings to fly.
Lyrics
“Black Star”
[Intro]
Mark 8:32 “and Ye shall know the truth & the truth shall make you free…. If the Son makes you free you are free indeed.”
You, you, you, you can fly
You got wings in your mind
You, you, you could use em
If you try what is there to decide
[Verse 1]
Spread my wings no trees can touch this high
Mos Def a Black Star just Like Talib to get by
on your, talent alone you won’t get far, work your fingers to the bone
Don't be scared to lose an arm
You got two ears and one mouth listen before you talk
You in the front seat but don't be a passenger
You could go off road or stay in your lane
Don't be afraid to navigate your own designation
Don't need a runway to lift off in a spaceship
carrying all that you might miss your bus bag lady
Running around in circles but you ain't going nowhere
Wherever you don't want to go, I will go there
[Pre-Chorus]
Here you can hold this, I might not be back for it
Sometimes to get more, you must learn to let go
Fly with the stars like A-Bat or An owl
Let your conscious be free, relax your mind
[Chorus]
The Sky is calm The stars are bright
what’s better than to be in flight? I relax my mind and be at ease
And let this journey set me free
set me free
[Verse 2]
While you're climbing, some say you should not look down
To reach the climax, your feet must leave the ground
Cement is not concrete 'til you leave it still
If you don't use what you got there's always someone else who will
In your blood is iron, your body's made of carbon
Mix them both together, you got something hard as steel
You might feel like you're out of this world
You ain't got to be from Krypton to have a heart of steel
We may be earthlings, but we ain't scratched the surface
We can't even go deep without people feeling tremors
If you think God is Christian, or you fear Islam
Turn off the television and go find out for yourself
Fruits shrivel when you leave it on the shelf
Like a raisin in the sun or a dream deferred
Shoot for the moon if you miss be among the stars
It ain't calm long when you in the eye of the storm
[Chorus]
The Sky is calm The stars are bright
what’s better than to be in flight? I relax my mind and be at ease
And let this journey set me free
set me free, set me free
[Bridge]
Music set me free like nothing else do it
This life is a puzzle or a Cube Rubik
Most of us go through struggles, some don't get through it
It takes more than muscle, you must be brilliant
Be resilient, don't get caught up in your feelings
Why punch a clock and work for him when you can freelance
The journey of a thousand miles starts with the first step
If you create a profit, you can get worship
[Outro]
Is there a high-def signal going to your antenna
Play a fiddle or a viola, that's how to get away with murder
They want to keep us separate like oil and water, ammonia and Clorox
Watch what happens when you step back
Spread my wings, fly away, to a place that i long for
and my heart will lead, the pathway, (say) I’m searching for love that’s evermore
Scripture Foundation
“And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free… If the Son therefore shall make you free, you shall be free indeed.” — John 8:32, 36
“Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty.” — 2 Corinthians 3:17
“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” — Romans 12:2
“Commit your works to the Lord, and your thoughts will be established.” — Proverbs 16:3
Key Message Themes
Freedom begins with truth
Identity is discovered, not assigned
Growth requires risk and release
Purpose demands intention
Spiritual flight requires trust
Reflection
As you listen, ask yourself: Am I walking in the freedom Christ has already given me—or am I still grounded by fear and limitation? When truth takes root in your heart and mind, you will rise. Spread your wings. You were created to fly.
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Closing Prayer
Father God,
We thank You for Your Word and the truth revealed through this message.
Give us understanding, strengthen our faith, and guide our steps.
Let this message take root and produce fruit according to Your will.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.