Gay Messiah
Rufus Wainwright
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He will then be reborn From 1970's porn Wearing tubesocks with style And such an innocent smile Better pray for your sins Better pray for your sins 'cause the gay messiah's coming He will fall from the stars Studio 54 And appear on the sand Of Fire Island's shore Better pray for your sins Better pray for your sins 'cause the gay messiah's coming No it will not be me Rufus the baptist I be No I won't be the one Baptized in cum What will happen instead Someone will demand my head And then I will kneel down And give it to them looking down Better pray for your sins Better pray for your sins 'cause the gay messiah's coming
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Written by: RUFUS WAINWRIGHT
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11 facts about this song
Song Production"Gay Messiah" was produced under the Geffen Records label. This renowned label signed many well-known musicians, from Nirvana to John Lennon.
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Song InspirationThe lyrics of "Gay Messiah" were partially inspired by Rufus Wainwright's personal beliefs and experiences as an openly gay artist.
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Inevitable ControversyDue to its content and title, "Gay Messiah" inevitably caused a degree of controversy in the public domain, particularly among conservative or religious groups.
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Song's PurposeAccording to Wainwright himself, the song's intent was not to be provocative but to raise awareness about the marginalization of LGBT+ individuals.
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Albums and Versions"Gay Messiah" is a track from Rufus Wainwright’s sixth album, "Want Two" (2004). However, its first appearance was on the "Waiting for a Want" EP, released a few months prior to the album.
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Song MeaningRufus has mentioned that the song describes the anticipation of a figure who will lead the gay community in a similar manner to the role of a messiah in religious contexts.
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Folk Roots"Gay Messiah" belongs to the folk and baroque pop genres. It's one of many songs where Wainwright shows his appreciation for traditional music styles.
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Cotton CandyAn interesting feature of the song comes at the end when Rufus mentions that the 'Gay Messiah' will not be him, but someone who looks like him and can be spotted by the cotton candy on his jeans.
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Music Video ImageryThe music video for "Gay Messiah" is filled with references to religious iconography, reinforcing the song's thematic link to messiah figures.
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Critical ReceptionDespite initial controversy, "Gay Messiah" received positive reviews from music critics who praised Wainwright's melodicism and lyrical honesty.
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Live PerformancesRufus Wainwright has consistently included "Gay Messiah" in his setlist for live performances, further solidifying its place among his most popular tracks.
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