With his sophomore release, I Got Out, the classically trained pianist and Gospel singer steps into his musical calling and shares a body of work that took almost three years to complete. I Got Out was born of Popin’s reflection on “next steps” after going through a series of difficult and unexpected life challenges that could have easily shaken his faith. I Got Out isn’t merely a title for this new musical offering, it also serves as the project’s prophetic theme that Popin hopes will connect with and encourage every listener.
The title cut and lead radio single “I Got Out” is a swingy congregational anthem with a contemporary edge. It features production by super-producer AyRon Lewis (Kirk Franklin, James Fortune, Bishop Paul Morton Jr.). The track continues to move up Billboard’s Gospel radio chart, landing at No. 6 this week, and is featured on Apple Music’s Gospel A List. Watch the single lyric video here:
I Got Out is packed with more personal, testimony-driven songs. The album’s opening track “Step In The Name” will make you dance not only because of its infectious groove but also for the assertive lyrics to “just let go” and “step into your miracle.”
“You’re Gonna Live Again (Bella’s Song)” is one of I Got Out’s most contemplative tracks. It’s a soaring worshipful ballad that originated out of a time when Popin’s daughter Bella suffered a series of bullying incidents. He recalls, “The song reminded us that this season too will pass, that Bella would come out of this and continue to pursue her dreams.” Popin’s hope is that this song encourages listeners in the midst of overwhelming struggles in that very same way – that no matter what life has dealt them nor what someone has spoken over them…”they’re gonna live again!”
I Got Out features top notch collaborations with two of today’s most renowned gospel voices. BET Sunday Best winner Tasha Page-Lockhart joins Popin on “Beautiful Savior,” an audacious cut with a sound that goes beyond the genre. Gospel music and television superstar Tamela Mann rounds out the album with a soulful version of “Alright.”
I Got Out track list:
1. Step In The Name
2. We Overcome
3. Oh How I Love Jesus
4. Favor & Mercy
5. Such A Time As This
6. I Got Out
7. Beautiful Savior (feat: Tasha Page Lockhart)
8. Over Me
9. Alright (feat: Tamela Mann)
10. You’re Gonna Live Again (Bella’s Song)
11. Bryan Popin Talkbox Intro (Deluxe Edition)
12. I Can Make It (Remix 1) (Deluxe Edition)
13. I Can Make It (Remix 2) (Deluxe Edition)
14. I Can Make It (Remix 3) (Deluxe Edition)
15. I Got Out (Remix 1) (Deluxe Edition)
16. I Got Out (Remix 2) (Deluxe Edition)
I Got Out 2017 tour dates:
7.23.17 – Orlando, FL | Judah Church
7.29.17 – Atlanta, GA | Radio One’s Praise 102.5FM | “Praise In The Park”
7.30.17 – Ft. Pierce, FL | Praise On The Marina
8.06.17 – Toledo, OH | Cornerstone Church
8.20.17 – Indianapolis, IN | Radio One event
8.26.17 – Detroit, MI | Radio One event
8.30.17 – Middletown, NY | Family Church
9.6.17 – Houston, TX | Greater Emmanuel Family Worship Center | “TB Stewart Conference”
9.16-17.17 – Savannah, GA | New Covenant Church
9.22-24.17 – Nutley, NJ | Abundant Life “Homecoming Convention”
9.23.17 – Haverstraw, NY | Calvary Baptist Church
10.2.17 – Baton Rouge, LA | Heaven 1460 Radio event
10.3.17 – Toledo, OH | Cornerstone Church
10.8.17 – Dewitt, FL | Mt. Zion All Nations Church
10.22.17 – Jamaica, NY | Bellerose Assembly of God
11.11.17 – Vernon, TX | Wilbarger Auditorium
12.15.17 – Augusta, GA | Beulah Grove Baptist Church
12.17.17 – Philadelphia, PA | Beloved St. John Evangelistic Church