This Is MY Gift!

[Swalkerpowerof3]

I can respect your feeling and appreciate you being very real. Your journey will run the course no matter what, I just say stay connected and be blessed. Once again thank you for the honesty. I wish more people would be this open and real. I still do very much appreciate your voice!

[bosseduplexi1234]

I LOVE YOU BOO

[Tatalalicious01]

love you Durand...you keep it real

[sexylovehate]

i want you to put yo hannds up in this hour.. wo do you thank you is .. the vocal coach of youtube. i think not!!!!!!!!!! you aint all tht good. you about a C now how abnout tht. go pray until the lord heal you

[lilmamma816]

This was so needed. Your right, to many time's we as christian's feel "guilty" for feeling like a human being. Life isn't alway's positive. I'm alway's being told that I'm brash and blunt, and the way I feel should not be exposed. Too bad I don't give a rat's behind about people's thought's!! Can't nobody go to heaven or hell for me, and know one know's my relationship with God.

[sexylovehate]

@lilmamma816 baby look i dont care wat you may feel like..... see hold up ths is the problem right here yall want to wear yo feelings on yall shoulders and still serve god

whta if jesus would wore his feling on his shoulders? It wouldn't even be no salvation if jesus did.. Now put yo hand up in this hour

[swaggFresh27]

I know exactly what your saying. People have told me the same. Nobody can tell you how to use the gift the LORD gave you because he planned how you were going to use it before he created you.

Come on SAINTS

Get it together!!!

[davidlewis4989]

Amen...I go through the same thing,my parents and church folks tell me the same thing. But I'm a PK so you know it's hard on me.(sighs)

[aleerv89]

like whoever sangs that song 'please be patient with me, GOD (not you) is not through with me yet' ... let everyman examine himself not YOU. i had to tell someone this. help ME holy ghost!6 and cyber high 5 for keeping it real!

[twinns18]

man i feel you to the fullest but you have to understand....that your girf is not for you you gift is to be used to touch some one and bring some body to christ...

[alcoholharmony]

@twinns18 Who said I wasn't leading people to Christ?

[KAMAiBUiLT696]

YES YO0h ARE REALL!!! ANd 'GOd GAVE YO0h' ThAT GiFT.... iTz ALL UP T0 YO0h 0N hOW YO0h USE iT...ANd d0NT LiSTEN T0 Th0SE PEOPLE Wh0 R TRYiNG T0 TELL YO0h WhAT T0 d0 WiTh iT!!! iTS UR Ch0SE!!! ANd UR bEASTYY bAbEYY!!! WE L0VE YO0h dURANd!!!

[im4gzuslord]

OMG I LOVE UR REALNESS!!! I WISH I KNEW U...I FEEL THE EXACT SAME WAY!

[im4gzuslord]

OMG I just came across your videos...I love ur realness...I am in that very same boat, the only thing is im 25 and i got saved when I was 13...I left my church last year because of the judgment u get when u fall...MAN i wish i knew u in real life.

[litedeyz]

I Love You!!!! LMAo!!!

[wondawomenluvsupaman]

keep it funky

[PoeticSongstress]

I completely understand what you mean about Gospel music. For a loooong time, other than in church or my mom's car, I didn't listen to Gospel music. I've always felt like I needed music that could represent my life, my emotions, and with all the songs I would hear, I couldn't get that because they seemed to only talk about what they went through, BUT GOD!, and I didn't always feel that way.

[Cheree123]

hey... i have that hoodie...kewl

[TDB2320]

People tell me the same stuff.

[KingJaimez]

This is deep homie....kudos

[iLL2100]

have your why and you use your gift for the bible says in all your doings... you are beautiful and gods is gone use you regaurdlessly

love you brother god bless

minister Domonique Powe

holy ghost temple church of god in christ

[prophetdanny]

Do it for u and God is omnipresent he is everywhere at the same time so express yourself through your music and most of us "saints" dont have a life out of church so we find life in judging others. Much luv bruh

[drumlinechick123]

in your minddd....

[DeeVine]

Wow... I really felt what you said.

I completely understand. Wow.

[sexcee500]

true, very well put.

[GalaxysGreatest]

I love it.. you spoke so much truth...it touched my soul... it was like you said what was on my heart thank you!!

[softnpink28]

Today at this hour right here.. 10:22PM is the first time I have seen this video.. My eyes are so filled with tears.. and my soul just pours out in whining moans.. I feel as if I am calling all of Babylon.. This is a "Word" for my spirit.. it helps to answer a question asked about me.. I can't even begin to do the video response to this or to the person speaking ill of myself. I love you Duran.. I love your Spirit.. I love your words.. I love how you gave them the Truth!

Peace

Soft~

[tweakdc]

thats one of my fav songz by u in the background....borderline worship n get lost

[ElectricLadyLand08]

WELL SAID!!!

[missbreezy100]

Sometimes you go through things so u can help someone else. :) but i completely understnad wat u r sayin. Life does come at us hard..

[TshaFromTWest]

Good for you, Durand. I too hate when ppl tell me what I should be doing with my ability. I speak french but want to do something other than teach with that ability. Many are disappointed in me for what? Chuh. Continue to do you.

[kaylasong10]

i would love to meet dis young man, he is so real, im a huge fan.

[SapanaJohnson18]

true !!! a men

[ZInternational10]

TRUE WORDS

[rosbrownsugar]

I love you, and GOD loves you too!

[zharri]

I have just one question for you? what will you do if GOD takes your voice...What will you have?

[alcoholharmony]

I'll still be me. I'll barely be here because I'm 90% music. Why do you ask?

[ZInternational10]

i'm the same way, I'm nothing without my voice, I'm not even noticed if I'm not singing. Singing is all I have. So if mine got taken away, I'd rather die because I dont think I'd be useful or worth it then.....

[TaniyahsWORLD]

Tell'em  boo!

[tiaramorr]

I agree...it's so easy to misconstrue subjects like this, but I believe as a believer and a singer, that it's okay to express emotions of love and relationships or of beauty whether specifically about God or just in life. We all have experiences that can be expressed through music and that's okay in my opinion. I do agree with Durand, there is definitely a fine line.

[babybookya]

DATS WASSUP ......

[tjsexy]

u better quote that bible scripture...everything u said is really from yo heart i need a friend like u so real and positive... u take things for what it is LIFE

[hararetro]

you betta tell it

[lilmarque1]

i like u cuz u keep it real...u know wen ur ready to give ur everything....dats just like me I love God, but why would i repent wen i know imma keep doing the same thing...why fake it i want to be real with him just like im real to these ppl give me time this is my life

[15niya]

PREACH!!!!!!LOL

[305music]

LOL @ these are my gifts & stay out my mouth.

I laughed until I cried lmbo

[jlover4life]

And ALL I KNOW IS THAT I HAVE THAT FAITH IN JESUS...He is my savior forget wat others have to say!... ALL YOU NEED IS THE BIBLE and that compassion..and if you can't find the right CHURCH Forget that and be your own teacher and speak with God yourself! (= your in my prayers!

[jlover4life]

yes it is a positive outlook wen it comes to Christianity ,....and I've thought about the SAME EXACT THING. like they just use it as an escape hole out of EVERY PROBLEM. But I've came to a conclusion that Christianity is not about that. Those things are just to turn to God for b/c its all a test and the Devil is putting these doubts in your head. but Christianity is about THE FAITH THAT JESUS IS REAL AND THAT He died for our sins and there is a HEAVEN AND HELL!.

[charris268]

I feel you on this foreal...by the way where did u get the scarf,its quite fly.

[freaknic586]

Yo keep your head up you know instead of those who are suppose to be saved criticizing they should be praying and you are absolutely right everything you go through GOD is the one you have to answer too at the end of the day. People get real you cant change and mode anyone that is GOD job that is why he died for our sins to make mistakes pray for forgiveness and move on, but in the same sentence everyone has a different relationship with GOD. People need to worry about their bond with the Lord.

[Janayjanay1989]

i love the song in your background! one of my favorites by you sweetie!

[kendle34]

you go boy- love you--

respect- stay strong !!!!!!!

[tizzubestar]

People need to spend less time judging others, and more time praying for them...

[bonnerbig3]

datz real ish bro

[keshafee]

Thank you!

[DeeSkeeTV]

I feel u completely on this...I made the decision at 15 to have my own relationship with the Lord. No one can make the decision for you to be saved but you. I was also baptized at 6 by MY choice. As long as you know the Lord in YOUR heart...U all good! Be blessed!

[ksmd3636]

you made me cry...In a good way.... Thank you for just being you. And being one of the realest people I have ever seen..Apart from the beautiful singing you do....I respect you for much more.....Thank you :)

[DiPsEtByNaTuRe06]

SPEAKKK ITTTTTTTT!!!!!!!!!!!!

[YannabellsMommy]

I really agree with your message and I know this was a serious video but I had to laugh for the rest of this video after you said "bitch back that ass up and I wanna supa soak yo face" That was absolutely hilarious. But after I laughed, please believe I rewinded and finished watchin (lol) :)

[nightmarenanashi]

Yeah. Do what you wanna do. if you put ur heart and soul into your music, you know your feelings and stuff.. Then it's good music, hands down

[Byrd1433]

indeed dude

[Luvafolife]

Boi, you are sooo deep and sooo right! I know exactly what you talking about. Gotta run so cant right on it but just stay encouraged and keep doing what you doing because clearly you are heading in the right direction. (If there even is one).

[TESHABo0]

SPEAK THE TRUTH BABY

[luvleelocs22]

Much Respect!

[SavetheDream]

NEVER CHANGE WHO YOU ARE, BE happy of who you are....KNOW YOURSELF. plus God loves each and everyone of us for what we do.

[Mahhbadd]

Agreed.

[monilark]

Durand, you are such an individual and an independent thinker, especially to be so young - I love it! You are talented, smart, and quirky as he** and please don't ever change! And the bottom line is exactly as you said - these are YOUR gifts and this is YO business!  Amen!

[DragunSouldier]

Amen

[marliebug17]

I feel where your coming from im from a very chruch fam and they dont really like me listening or singing as they call it "sin music" but i told them it my life and like u sound its my gift from god. I work very hard to make my life better and fulfil it ya know so yeah i really understand u!

[dondi84]

Your music is just fine boo! Keep up the blessed work!

[mrturner2u]

dont let people get too you by what they say because people are always going to talk must about you no matter what

[xxLiLWaynexxMileyxx]

i dont get it

[AlexBeautiful1210]

this almost made me cry..i loved it..

[pianoboy01]

i didnt kno i was in your mouth....i didnt kno you rolled like that......lol jk!!

[SunnieBe]

On point!

[sfcalvinaz]

Wow. Amazing vid. I know you did this for your own purposes. But I am so glad you shared this. This was awesome Durand. Sending you love, respect & admiration.

Hugz!

Calvin

[songofpraise88]

alright for this nice lil video. u know its funny that the people who say u need to sing for the lord...them the SAME PEOPLE who bumpin Isley Brothers on the way home from work and conceived they 1st child that same nite listenin to R.Kelly! Use yo gift the way u see FIT unless..and if God takes u down the gospel road later in life...so be it.

[teta700]

alright now... come into ur own understanding!!!

[EbonyAbraxas]

lemme supa soak yo face? LOL

[TheAmbitiousDreamer]

yes lord speak it

[THEJLG]

AMEN AMEN AMEN!

=D

[KissedByNIsland]

i support u durand i love you hunny! i love our little converstaion lol such as this one....you keep it real as always..stay true

[stlucia68]

Go 'head Durand. You use your gifts well.

[mct1516]

i hear that hun...

keep doing you!

[blklacquer]

WOW..love this video, you are on point, and let them deal with..keep being you!

[cukjc3000]

YEST, shorty got gifts.

[brifar]

I love it Durand. Do things for you and no one else.

[shayimani]

Where did you get your scarf babes??

Givin' me Forever 21 when I clearly asked for H&M :-P

[alcoholharmony]

Girl, I got these from the Korean dollar store.

lol

[sparkle2687]

M.Y.O.T. (mind your own talents) Durand, you the bomb!

[MUSTSEEVID]

you are a messenger ... being used.. to pass the message. i am not into music .. where as its my talent.. but i got your message.

[MsMaddik]

go rand!

do you!

we support YOU

[facesion]

you do know logic and reason doesn't work on those that choose to judge. Don't waste your time, its their problem, not yours.

[blaquestrength]

Durand, thanks for being so candid. I am sure that I am one of the ones that made the comment about you solely using voice for the Lord (LOL) but where you are and where you're going is a journey that you have to take for yourself. I will say (Unapologetically and without trying to sound too deep) that there are people that can 'see' into your life (spiritually speaking) and know what direction God is trying to take you. Live your life to the fullest and God bless.

[facesion]

just do you. He knows your heart, afterall, he gave it to you. Be encouraged.

[HIMAY10NENCE]

I love this video,thanks for standing up for yourself and staying true to you.....

[LVdancerbabe]

Its a personal journey, and he gave you things he didnt give other people he gave you a conscience and intuition as well. Its yours to do with as you please, but hopefully it pleases him too. I believe he just wants us to make good choices and be truly happy and fullfilled. =) Repressing, or judging, or controlling someone else is not the way to be "Christ like" I hear that thrown around all the time......To each their own, Its our God given right.

[neobrown81]

write what you know. if you don't feel it, noone else is going to.

[goodgrl68]

peace....love....and alcoholharmony. perfection durand perfection

[bllblst1981]

Why folks always gotta be up in someone elses bidness?! Glad you set them straight.

[getthapointeoo7]

I feel the same way Durand.

This lamost made me cry. People must understand that this is life...life is not happy all the time...

I've been weary too...but I haven't fainted.

thank you Durand.

watch out for my response video.

[mizkity03]

I love it.

[lorez89]

I understand what you are saying concerning your gift and what level your are at in God. No, life is not great all the time and it is very easy to have negative thoughts. I am reading a book right now, called "Renewing the Mind" and it talks all about being transformed by the renewing of your mind... I am learning rite now that even though I have been saved for 16 years, I have not yet been transformed because of my mindset. Keep being transparent before God, but be open to hear wat He has 2 say

[Jbunnyrabbit]

All you had to say was, "BITCH, I'M HUMAN" You may be a damn saint, BUT I'm HUMAN. I have imperfections too.

[jfioefjowc]

THANK YOU

[Aulegend]

lol. you got them right on together!!

[theone62988]

giving me alcoholharmony realness. lol. you have nothing to worry about. everything you said in this video applies to almost every teenager in church right now. as others have said before me. you are amazing kid. DONTCHANGE

[crazyrj14]

and oy meh goodness durand "GET LOST" song i cannot find.

That was one of meh main favs and i listened to it everyday!!it made meh feel good!!!

WHYYYYYYYY =*(

(its cool :P you obviously erased)

[crazyrj14]

Tell em durand >=/

spoken like a person that's real.

we go through things and i and (hopefully people that see this) understands.

it all takes time and patience.

[natamil]

tru word that's what i always say ... the whole bible is not a whole bunch of rejoice and shout a hallelujah and amen joint, dere is some real situations in dere dats just not nice, so why is it that people think that gospel music and music that can relate to God's children have to be all ray ray happy for life cause Jesus makes everyting alright. you do your thang Durand cause its talking about life the way it comes without the extras that's gonna help someone delivered from their mess

[JuiC3yT3mpTaTi0n]

Man you so told the truth its YOUR gifts...and your using it the way you feel is good for YOU...i love your music...i love that you keep it real...you'll go far in life because of that :)

[mon08key]

I love the way you think. Very intense and wise words. You keep doing you. If others don't like it...OH WELL. God knows your heart regardless of what type of music you sang.  Yeah I said sang cause boo you can SANG!!! Any who

Whoever loves you, respects you, and is down for YOU will accept whatever YOU decide to do with YOUR voice.

[barbados23]

2:36...to funny

[PastorKemp]

BOY you betta PREACH!!!!!!! Wooo that was good to me! Because enough is enough with that FAKE CRAP in the church, thats why the teen pregnancy rate has go up so much especially IN THE CHURCH! Because people dont wanna be REAL, sometimes I dont feel hearing JESUS ON THE MAIN LINE when I'm feeling like he aint there... And if Gospel Music is suppose to be "THE TRUTH" then why is it that if you say anything regarding sex, temptation, OR LIFE PERIOD! Then they say you aren't saved... I MEAN COME ON!

[chynadoll21388]

baby u couldnt ge any closer to the truth good job...o can u sing orange moon bye erykah badu

[alcoholharmony]

I've been wanting to do that for the longest!

[mjk0386]

This is sooooo true! These are my gifts! SPEAK THAT TRUTH! GET INTO KNOWING THE INNER ME AND NOT JUST THE OUTSIDE BECAUSE THE OUTSIDE IS BEAUTIFUL AS THE INSIDE!

[unbeatable123]

I Love You!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Inspirmentalist]

keep doing what chu do playa

-mENTAL

[newkeith]

spoken in true Durandism. I feel ya!

[laz4lyfe]

ok!! let them know

[tarababy]

at least your real most people in the church pretend to have it together when theres an audience than behind closed doors they act a fool Understand that half the people in the church are lost God Is a Spiritual Connection Not a religious one People invented religion... But Good For you dont fake it Be true to you and dont l spend time tryna look good in the eyes of your peers or elders cuz they dont have to live your life ok im talkin to much peace

[LaurynBishh]

lmao i feel you doe ...

[tyraxjim]

keep what ur doing...durand...keep positive.God bless u*-*

[Mykstaples]

Continue to question life and the things around you.. The true ignorant people are those who follow others and never question it.. Keep doing you .. Your amazing.. Life is a gift from God and all experience are worthy of speaking of.. they are truth .. what is wrong with truth.. Do you..

Myk

[LILTBRD]

I watch ur vidz all the tyme, but have never commented on them...this one wuz just too real, and realli hit home wit me!!! I feel u for real, but thats how ppl are, u du ur thing for the Lord, but yet u still have to keep it real!!! Jus keep du'n and be'n u!!! Ya digg?!? Much Love!!!

[CreeBee]

Could you sing "Lord make me over"

[burdenderrick]

man don't let anyone determine your path. Whatever with all that shit everyone else is saying. God will help you down your chosen path and he will be with you with whatever you choose. People need to clean around there own door before worrying about someone else.

[j2dala09]

get lost is my favorite song you have done...next to DONT BE A HOE lol

but i feel you...because your music speaks to me and not every gospel song speaks to me ..just because you don't speak the LORDS name does not me he is not present

[im1shak1biotches]

It saddens me that people really think that God puts much weight into everything you say, God is worried about your actions... words are only that, WORDS!! Sing what you want as long as you take time to acknowledge the Lord!

[ObamaBeatsAll]

i feel u on dis video durand

[Uloverides]

wow.. your videos are amazing dude.. and i understand because people say the exact same thing to me.. its very frustrating.. Glad you took a stand!!!!

[dunte86]

Keep it real Durand

[QweenKilla]

Durand you are so sexy and for some reason when i glanced at the topic, I thought it said "This is my Girl" .... i must've put the stinky face on cuz i got jealous lol...... but on the true topic tho, people always wanna put people into a slot where they are only Supposed/Expected to do certain things. That's so unfair because its mostly the ones preachin to u about that stuff is all around the place. fa real. Everybody know that life ain't peaches and cream either. Peace Durand!

[Voyage2me]

You betta preach!!

I really felt this video. Music should be about life, and life isn't all gum drops and lollipops. It gets hard sometimes and we should be able to release that regardless of your religious beliefs.

I sing because I'm happy but, what's stopping me from doing it when I'm sad, or in love or pissed off?

[ladymjackson001]

what are the instrumentals used in this video?

they were well used

[alcoholharmony]

Those were my songs "Get Lost" and "Borderline Worship".

[tennislover08]

Love the video you use your voice for whatever you want to

[dontyoudar]

i don't believe just because that you are a Christian who sings that you are destined to sing gospel music. that's not how it always works. do you, Durand. if it is within you to sing gospel, you will know it, and you will do that. no one can force you to do anything.

[Roobin08]

Amen't and Amen't lol it is funny how we both go through similar situations around the same time lol

[LightSkinCutie26]

I absolutely respect everything u said and respect the way u said it. U owe no one an explanation boo.

[bigot111]

Amen Durand.

[SdotDenise]

I feel u and I understand.

[DCfan4life]

You're amazing man wow brah, deep stuff... (4:25-4:52) hit me hard man.

[iMuSiK08]

I want to speak on this so bad but if I say much more I'm gone be late for class!!! I'll be back for it though!!! AMEN!

[iestep511a]

No one wants to hear someone always singing about happiness because life is not always peachy. Do you Boo.

[actioncap81]

I like him...he speaks with his heart and thats rare now-a-days. Your relationship with God is your own,like a father with many children he loves us equally but differently.....Live,Love<lear­n

[slowjamz101]

Umm they took the video down.. but i kinda got a idea of what the video was about

[Aquariuslove21]

Bernarr! You owe no one an explanation boo. Truthfully I enjoyed this VenDeo (Vent Video). When I was growing up all I heard was my calling was to be a preacher because I spoke clearly and had public speaking skills that came natural and was frm the South. And when I got older, I started to think; Gawsh is that what they [opinionators] want or is it what I want? So yea, I'm lucky to be from South Carolina and have the skills and gifts that I have, but what I do with myself is simply up to me!

[BTal2006]

Wow. I know exactly what u mean, bro!! It's to the point where I don't post my videos up on MySpace or FaceBook, scared of what my people from church or Christian friends will say. It makes me nervous!! I love singing, and I share my gift the way I want to. I still and always have given glory to God for it also. So this video encouraged me to do what I want to do. And like you, I don't sing songs that don't represent me anymore, because I have to stand for Him!! Thanks Durand!!

Ya Boy B-Tal

[crownr0yalonice]

stay out your mouth hmmm?? so youre done w/ that whole on your kne ... oooop ...

it is YOUR gift alright. mmmmmhmmmmmm.

you haven't fainted...not yet. i bind that yet in the MATCHLESS name of Jeeeeesaaahhhs. you WON'T faint. mmmhmmm.

[alcoholharmony]

*Chris Browns Crown!*

[290aua]

This is exactly why half or maybe less of the population of this earth has not heard the gospel, because we think the gifts are given only for the four walls of the church/church people, common people, how do you want the reach others? this iSH turns me the Hell off!

[alcoholharmony]

They're scared and ignorant.

And I now understand why people don't like us... Because the stupid ones make it hard for us who are genuine.

But I'm gonna change the way people view Christianity one day.

[TheXDexperience]

*passes the collection plate for the building fund and vacation bible school*

[alcoholharmony]

Yyyyeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaaahhh!!! *Antonio voice*

[DCfan4life]

man! lol I'm mad at this comment

[MzTeaCake]

Unfortunately, some Christians don't allow "humanity to happen" but..."humanity happens". That's how we learn, that's how God shapes us and molds us. It's through those adverse experiences.

[nvncyble]

This was great!

I been where you been my friend!

You and God  got you!

Bless you

~nvncyble~

[OrigSupawoman]

Aint nothing wrong w/ a good love song, God was all up in that when he made people's emotions for love so strong.

Everbody clearly can't get w/ it, it's not everybody's calling to do "Christian/ Gospel" music.

Some people can't have that kinda freedom, because we'd be whoring w/ the gifts Jesus gave us in the world.

If God is not pleased He'll make it clear & He'll fix. Any1 who feel's the need 2 pass judgement who isn't God, do me & Rand the favor & DON'T!

[alcoholharmony]

YES 1ST LADY from the House of Deliverance and Sanctified missionaries baptist Tabernacle!

[OrigSupawoman]

Yas House of D& S Mission. Baptist where we slay the devil and his trickery! If you can't get with the HOLY program take this pamphlet or eat a d*ckery! LOL.

[alcoholharmony]

Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhh!!!!!

Oooooooohhhh FLESH!!!

[missjhia]

LOVE IT! LUV IT! Yes, tell it like it is and put it out there...and there you have it. Simply put. People will ALWAYS have something to say, it's all in how you handle it.

[sfcalvinaz]

Durand!!! Real talk! Much respect. Yup! Keep doing you. You onlyhave to answer to God & yourself. Sending hugz man!

~Calvin~

[quadrush]

Bruh....keep doing you. People will always try to make their relationship YOUR relationship and send you to hell if it aint. it's a good thing you learned early that you got to find it for yourself. took me too long to get that knowledge.

[tssexychanel]

you better say it

I always tell folks you dont know what me and Jesus working on spend your whole life telling me what I should do and you miss heaven for yourself.

[mand1sh3p]

That's real talk....and I believe God respects that. Don't let anyone tell you what YOUR relationship should be. Some Christians get Star Trek with it and forget they are STILL on Earth. U got things to deal with HERE. Just do you! :-) You have a sense of control.