Modern Jesus
Modern Jesus

Portugal. The Man - Modern Jesus Lyrics

This song is a profound commentary on modern society's reliance on external solutions for internal problems. The lyrics suggest skepticism towards quick fixes, represented by the 'pill for everything', and criticise the hollow promises of dream sellers. The… Read more

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May 31, 2013
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Modern Jesus Lyrics

Come on in, take a seat next to me
You know we've got
We've got what you need
We may be liars preaching to choirs
But we can, we can sell your dreams

You don't need sympathy
They got a pill for everything
Just take that dark cloud
Ring it out to wash it down, but

Don't pray for us
We don't need no modern Jesus
To roll with us
The only rule we need is never
Giving up
The only faith we have is faith in us

We're the ones who start little fires
Yet they burn out
But when they're on the rise they can't help but shine

And when the wave approaches Take our ashes to the ocean
Who cares if hell awaits?
We're having drinks at heaven's gate

Don't pray for us
We don't need no modern Jesus
To roll with us
The only rule we need is never
Giving up
The only faith we have is faith in us

We know that we're helpless
At least we always assume
But we don't need to prove nothing to you
Let's keep the cool
You don't need to feel blue
'Cause we won't sell you nothing
You can't use

Don't pray for us
We don't need no modern Jesus
To roll with us
The only rule we need is never
Giving up
The only faith we have is faith in us

Writer(s): John Baldwin Gourley, Brian Joseph Burton
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind

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What is the Meaning of Modern Jesus?

This song is a profound commentary on modern society's reliance on external solutions for internal problems. The lyrics suggest skepticism towards quick fixes, represented by the 'pill for everything', and criticise the hollow promises of dream sellers. The refrain 'Don't pray for us, we don't need no modern Jesus' can be seen as a rejection of the idea that salvation comes from outside oneself. Instead, the band advocates for self-reliance and resilience, encapsulated in their faith in themselves. They challenge listeners to question societal norms and find their own path to fulfillment. #SelfReliance #QuestioningSociety

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