DPB Drops “American Strong”: A Holy Anthem for the People, by the People

DPB "American Strong"

Christian hip-hop vet DPB (David Paul Brooks) steps back in the booth and steps up for the culture with “American Strong,” a bold, unapologetic anthem that preaches unity, power, and faith over a banging beat. But make no mistake—this ain't just Sunday service. This is soul food for the streets, scripture for the speakers, and motivation for a nation on edge.

From the opening chant of “We are one yeah,” DPB sets the tone for something deeper than your average inspirational rap. He’s not flexing for fame. He’s here to remind America who it is and who it could still be—if we stop fighting each other and remember the divine roots that run through us all. Black, white, red, brown—it’s love over hate, purpose over politics. And DPB is pushing that message like his life depends on it.

The production is tight. Bouncy, clean, with enough gospel undercurrent to feel like a victory lap without ever going soft. It’s that sweet spot between Sunday morning and Saturday night. You can blast it in the whip or at the cookout. Either way, it hits. And then the lyrics start working on your spirit.

Lines like “Stop the division, love is our mission” and “We wrote this song just become as one” might sound simple, but in DPB’s hands, they’re powerful—fists raised, eyes open, heart engaged. This is grown man rap with a message. And he walks it like he talks it. DPB’s been doing this since the days of Disciples of Christ, and his delivery shows that wisdom. He’s not chasing trends. He’s preaching timeless truth.

There’s weight behind every word. “To put God back in so we can have liberty” hits especially hard in a world trying to figure out what real freedom even means. It’s a reminder that moral strength is just as important as military strength. That real power comes from love, not labels. It’s a vibe. It’s a warning. It’s a wake-up call.

This isn’t your typical Christian rap track, either. There’s no soft edges, no sugarcoating. It’s rugged in message and clean in execution. Think Lecrae with a little more church and a lot more grit. DPB isn’t begging for unity—he’s demanding it. Not with anger, but with holy conviction. And the people need to hear it.

By the end of the track, when he’s chanting “We are, we are American strong,” it feels earned. Not corny. Not cliché. But earned. Because unity in 2025 ain’t easy. But it’s necessary. And DPB just gave us the soundtrack for it.

Final Word: “American Strong” is more than a song. It’s a mission statement. A movement starter. A reminder that no matter where you come from, what you look like, or how far off track things seem, there’s still time to come together and do better. Salute to DPB for keeping the faith and keeping it real.

Mic Score: 4.5/5

 Faith meets fire. This one marches straight into your heart.

–Sam Smithton