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House Resolution 844
By: Representatives Bell of the 75
th
, Willis of the 55
th
, McQueen of the 61
st
, Berry of the 56
th
,
and Cannon of the 58
th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Pastor Troy for his outstanding contributions to Atlanta's
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musical sound, culture, and his lasting impact on the global music industry; and for other2
purposes.3
WHEREAS, Micah LeVar Troy, known professionally as Pastor Troy, is a trailblazing4
rapper, songwriter, and producer whose influence on Atlanta's hip-hop scene has been5
instrumental in shaping the crunk movement and the Southern rap genre; and6
WHEREAS, born and raised in College Park, Georgia, Pastor Troy rose to prominence in the7
late 1990s with his electrifying energy, hard-hitting lyrics, and a commanding presence that8
set him apart as a leader in the hip-hop community; and9
WHEREAS, his debut album, We Ready (I Declare War), featuring the anthem "No Mo Play10
in GA," became a rallying cry for Southern hip-hop and solidified his place as one of the11
defining voices of Atlanta's rap movement; and12
WHEREAS, Pastor Troy played a pivotal role in the expansion and popularization of crunk13
music, collaborating with industry heavyweights such as Lil Jon, Three 6 Mafia, and14
Ludacris, further cementing Atlanta's dominance in the hip-hop world; and15
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WHEREAS, throughout his career, he has remained an independent force in the industry,
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consistently releasing music that resonates with his dedicated fanbase and inspiring countless17
artists to maintain creative control over their work; and18
WHEREAS, Pastor Troy's music embodies the raw, unfiltered energy of Atlanta's streets,19
blending intensity, passion, and lyrical dexterity to create timeless anthems that continue to20
influence new generations of artists; and21
WHEREAS, beyond his contributions to music, Pastor Troy has been a symbol of resilience,22
entrepreneurship, and authenticity, representing the values that have made Atlanta a cultural23
hub for artistic innovation; and24
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this body recognize the exceptional25
achievements of Pastor Troy and extend gratitude for his contributions to Georgia's musical26
legacy and the global hip-hop culture.27
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that28
the members of this body recognize and commend Pastor Troy for his outstanding29
contributions to music and culture and express their sincere appreciation for his lasting30
influence on the State of Georgia and beyond.31
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized32
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Pastor33
Troy.34
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