Selling Jesus

Skunk Anansie

About Selling Jesus

"Selling Jesus" is a song by Skunk Anansie, released as their debut single. Although Skunk Anansie previously released "Little Baby Swastikkka" as a limited release, it was not regarded as an actual single. "Selling Jesus" is a song in protest of religion and politics, and in particular Christianity. The single is taken from their debut album, Paranoid & Sunburnt, and reached number 46 on the UK Singles Chart. Three added B-sides were included on the CD release, with track 4 'Skunk Song' being written by Ace, R. France, C. Lewis and Skin. The title song was also included on the soundtrack to the motion picture Strange Days. 


Year:
1995
3:43
145 
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You kill me with your smelly fingers
Your smelly fingers from the sex you had on Christmas Day
And now you say you're feeling guilty
You're feeling guilty 'cause your god was shining on your face
You go to church and light a candle
And then you're blinded by the light from the golden pews
The devil's snapping at your toes now
Because the angels can't be bothered to give to you

They're selling Jesus again
They're selling Jesus again
They want your soul and your money your blood and your votes
They're selling Jesus again
Selling love to you, selling love

You're buying this you're buying that now
You're wishing all the money in the world belonged to you
You're crucified upon you're own cross now
You're givin' money to the white men in the white limo
That kind of god is always man-made
They made him up then wrote a book to keep you on your knees
They get their theories from the same place
Then build a church if there's some money left
From lying on the beach

They're selling Jesus again
They're selling Jesus again
They want your soul and your money your blood and your votes
They're selling Jesus again
Selling love to you, selling love
They're selling Jesus again
They're selling Jesus again
They want your soul and your money your blood and your votes
They're selling Jesus again
Selling love to you, selling love

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Skunk Anansie

Skunk Anansie are an English rock band band whose members include Skin (born Deborah Dyer, 3 August 1967, Brixton), Cass (born Richard Keith Lewis, 1 September 1960, London), Ace (born Martin Ivor Kent, 30 March 1967, Cheltenham) and Mark Richardson (born 28 May 1970, Leeds). more »

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Written by: DEBORAH ANN DYER, LEN ARRAN

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10 facts about this song

Release Details
"Selling Jesus" was released as the first single by Skunk Anansie in 1995. The song is a part of their debut album, 'Paranoid and Sunburnt'.
Genre
Skunk Anansie is known for their stunning blend of rock genres and "Selling Jesus" is no exception. The song is a powerful mix of alternative rock, hard rock, and punk rock.
Songwriting Credits
The song was written by the four members of Skunk Anansie, including lead singer Skin, guitarist Ace, bassist Cass, and drummer Mark Richardson.
Lyrics Theme
The song offers a critique of religious institutions and the commercial exploitation of faith. It questions the commodification of religion and beliefs.
Inspiration
The name of the band, Skunk Anansie, derives from African folklore which features Anansi, a spider figure known for storytelling and mischief. This cultural blend and storytelling nature can be viewed in songs like "Selling Jesus".
Cameos and References
The song was featured in the 1996 American film, "Strange Days", directed by Kathryn Bigelow. The lead singer, Skin, also made a cameo appearance in the movie performing the song.
Chart Performance
While "Selling Jesus" didn't break into the mainstream charts in the UK or US, it played a significant role in establishing Skunk Anansie's reputation as a powerful alternative rock band.
Critical Reception
Critics praised the song for its strong political messaging and the passionate, forceful vocals exhibited by lead singer, Skin.
Music Video
The music video for "Selling Jesus" was controversial at the time of its release as it used imagery interpreting the commodification of religion, including a scene where a Jesus Christ look-alike figure is lynched by an angry mob.
Significant Performances
Skunk Anansie regularly performed "Selling Jesus" in their live gigs and it's considered as one of their signature songs.

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