I think I just concluded who the next great Christian female rapper might be!
I first got introduced to Under5ive through my “Independent Artist Spotlight” series, where she and I had the opportunity to sit down and talk about her music, creative journey, and passion for faith-driven artistry. Even during that conversation, it was clear she had something special. But after listening to her debut album, Faith Size, I honestly felt like the best thing she could do afterward was go put her feet up somewhere and rest in honor of the excellence she just delivered. That may sound dramatic, but this project really left that kind of impression on me.
Released through GodChaserz as part of the label’s 20th anniversary celebration, Faith Size arrives during a major milestone season for the imprint. GodChaserz has been rolling out a new album release every month throughout the year to commemorate two decades of impact in Christian hip-hop, making this project part of a much larger legacy moment for the label.
And honestly, Faith Size feels worthy of that occasion.
From top to bottom, the project leans heavily into themes of faith, perseverance, spiritual confidence, and unapologetic Kingdom representation. What immediately stands out about the album is the energy. Under5ive attacks nearly every track with intensity, passion, and conviction. Whether it’s aggressive records built for speakers and stages or reflective moments rooted in transparency, the album consistently feels alive. Songs like “I’m Up,” “Scrap Wit Me,” and “Smoke” bring a hard-hitting edge, while tracks like “Fightin for Me,” “Wisdom,” and “Heartstrings” showcase vulnerability and depth.
One of the strongest aspects of the album is how authentic it feels. Under5ive never sounds like someone chasing trends or trying to fit into a certain mold. There’s hunger in the delivery. There’s purpose in the writing. And there’s conviction behind every performance. That rawness works in the project’s favor and helps separate Faith Size from projects that can sometimes feel overly polished or manufactured.
The production throughout the album deserves serious recognition as well. The beats consistently elevate the records and give each song its own identity while still maintaining cohesion across the full listening experience. Some of the arrangements feel cinematic and larger-than-life, especially on records like “Grown Woman” and “Created.” There are moments where the instrumentation feels so grand you could genuinely picture college marching bands performing sections of these songs at halftime shows.
And honestly? Ranking songs on this album feels almost impossible.
This was too hard. Now that I’m listening a second time, this will probably change.
That’s really the best way to describe the listening experience. The deeper you get into the album, the harder it becomes to settle on favorites because several tracks could realistically rotate in and out of a personal top five depending on the day.
Current Top 5:
- “Collab of the Century”
- “I’m Up”
- “Faith Like Dis”
- “Grown Woman”
- “The Highest”
But even that list feels temporary.
It was an impossible decision! I’m so torn. I still have ‘Faith Like Dis’ in my top 5! But real talk, it really came down to two things, the production and the flow and delivery.
That production-versus-delivery debate becomes one of the defining conversations surrounding this project because both elements are operating at a high level throughout the album. Under5ive’s vocal performance consistently matches the intensity and quality of the production. The energy never dips. The delivery never feels lazy or uninspired. Every record sounds intentional. Brison brought the house down with his production. I’ve known him for 20 years, myself, and this just made me feel like he’s just getting started.
And after multiple listens, songs continue to grow on me. That replay value is no joke! It says a lot about the quality of the project. New favorites continue revealing themselves after each listen.
The album also carries the type of cultural and artistic weight that makes listeners want to compare it to landmark projects.
I hate I tried to rank these! I really could do a top 10 and take them in any order! This is her ‘Lauryn Hill’ Miseducation classic!
That comparison speaks more to the feeling and impact of the project than simply style alone. Faith Size feels like one of those albums where the artist fully arrives creatively and leaves listeners feeling like they witnessed a defining moment.
More than anything, the album feels complete. Not rushed. Not halfway developed. Complete.
Throughout this whole album you brought so much energy on every song and your vocals were amazing.
That consistency is what ultimately makes Faith Size such a strong debut. Under5ive delivers performance, conviction, energy, replay value, and artistic identity all in one package.
And after listening to the full body of work, the final conclusion feels simple:
I’m giving Under5ive her flowers for the flow and delivery, and I’m giving another set of flowers to Brinson his for the beats. ‘Grown Woman’s’ production is on a whole new level.
That might honestly summarize the album best.
Final Verdict: Faith Size is a powerful, energetic, and deeply confident debut album that establishes Under5ive as an artist with both purpose and staying power. Between the production, delivery, replay value, and authenticity, this project feels like a major moment for the artist and one of the stronger recent offerings in Christian hip-hop.
You can stream “Faith Size” and a full compliment of Under5ive’s catalog at the Spotify for Artist page linked down below.
