The Necessity Project: A Night of Worship & Giving (2010)

Recorded live at New Jerusalem Cathedral (2010)

Grab the Lyrics HERE

Musicians

Music Directors: Brian Brown & Chris Talley
Keys: Brian Brown, Wil E. Coleman, & Chris Talley
Organ: Brian Brown & Chris Talley
Drums: Ricky D. Alexander
Drum Programming: Brian Brown
Bass: Marcus Battle & Anthony Porter
Synth Bass: Brian Brown
Acoustic Guitar: Garry Purcell
Lead Guitar: Anthony Porter
Live Sound: Eric Jones
Recording Engineer: Ricardo Hicks, Ph8thsky Productions
Video Recording: Selena Hairston, New Jerusalem Cathedral
Producer: Wil E. Coleman for Father & Son Productions
Co-Producers: Brian Brown for Natural Brown Production
Chris Talley for SickSound Productions
Mixed by: Ricardo Hicks - Ph8thsky Productions
Mastered by: Ray Winters

Background Vocals

Lauryn Arrington, Michelle Best, Neil Brooks, Nicole Brown, Nikia Davenport, Ronald Dixon, Ahsjah Exume', Deborah Moore, Gene Moore, Jr. , Joyce Obie, Shaun Saunders, Phillip Simmons, Shanita Timmons, and Crystal Washington, and The New Jerusalem Cathedral Kingdom Mass Choir & Monument of Praise Ensemble, Pleasant Garden

Additional Acknowledgements

Wardrobe Consultant: Neil Brooks
Fashion Concepts: Samantha Stinson
Hair: Robert "Sonny" Moore - Gentlemen's Court, Neil "Joey" Staten - Cuts-n-stuff, Latosha Lee-Styles by Latosha Lee

Thank Yous

"Lord of my morning, God of my sky, there is NONE GREATER!" Father thank you for trusting me to write your music, sing your praise, teach your word, suffer persecution, and love you through it all. I don't know why you love me that much but Iâ€™m humbled and appreciative. Mom & pops, I love you and thank you for your support and getting me to Greensboro! Tony, I hope that you write a manual so other men can learn to be a great big brother like you. You're my hero and you married the perfect fit. Che'l you're an awesome example for wives to follow. Watisha & Synora, I know you're cheering from afar. I love you dearly and looking forward to seeing you soon. Monument of Praise & New Jerusalem Cathedral, you all are a wonderful family and I thank you for all of your years of support and nurture. It is my desire that we will be the church God can count on to worship him at all times, to be his hands to reach the world, and exhibit his love to each other. Choir, you are a blessing every week and I wouldn't want to be anywhere else! Pastor and First, you are an unbelievable pair! You're a gift straight from heaven to my life and I will be eternally grateful to God and to you. First, we've come a long way from "stop all that finger popping, this ain't no club!" lololol Dad, there really are no words but I will say this, the world is not ready for what God has given us to do next! :) Brian & Chris, you guys are JUST BEASTS!!! I'm still trippin on the key change from Eb to E!...thank you for making the music come alive...it's a wonderful thing to finally have the music from your head hit your ears! The best is yet to come! Ricky & Marc, you guys are my brothers and there was no way I would do this without you! Thank you for making me sound good every Sunday! Anthony & Garry, our relationship is new but you've shown great character and integrity. It's been my pleasure and I look forward to working together in the future. Gene, friendship in the dictionary should have your pic next to it...you're the best! "Later" lol. Joyce & Crys, "my dynamic duo" you ladies are phenomenal! "you want my spot flash?....huh" lololololrotflololol. Shaun, wow man, how you gone just move into my life like that? It's like you've been here forever. I appreciate you so much for being a friend and support. We still gotta fight though! :) Ron & Phil, they say you make your best friends during the college years and you guys are truly a testament of that. Thank you for taking time out of your busy lives to share this with me. You are my brothers indeed. Lauryn & Ahsjah, incredible voices goes with out saying but your willingness to step in and learn this in two weeks says a whole lot about your heart. Thank you 1000 xs! Lauryn, I already told Chris I want to do something on your's next year! I don't care what, can I usher or something? Neil, you my friend are a phenomenal worshiper! Thank you for not being afraid to share your giving heart. I know the Lord is gonna bless you tremendously...people have no idea how phenomenal you are with SOTO and behind the scenes ministry. Shanita, all these years and I finally got you to open up! lol...I'm so proud of you, you're on your way and doing big things. Love you a whole lot and glad to see your fruit coming forth! Mount Pleasant, you all opened your church and your hearts to embrace the vision God has given me and I am so grateful. I look forward to the fellowship and ministry efforts we will embrace in the years to come! God's Anointed, the scripture says "they that wait" and my God have we waited...We started back in 98 and you all still have your own sound. Love all of you. Courtney & Armina, you ladies have been an incredible support during this project. Thanks for always reminding me to think and dream bigger. I couldn't ask for a more dedicated management team. Courtney - PLEASE EAT! lololI'm sure i've left out someone cause my brain is tired so to everyone; please know that it's not on purpose and I have no enemies. Thank you to everyone who supports in any kind of way. I appreciate every prayer and act of kindness. My desire above all things is that God be pleased with my life and I will be with him "One Day!"