God Gave Rock and Roll to You

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About God Gave Rock and Roll to You

"God Gave Rock and Roll to You" is a 1973 song by the British band Argent and covered by both Petra, in 1977 and 1984, and Kiss in 1991, both with modified lyrics.


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God gave rock and roll to you, gave rock and roll to you 
Put it in the soul of everyone. 
God gave rock and roll to you, gave rock and roll to you 
Put it in the soul of everyone. 

You can learn to dance 
Or you can be a square 
You can let the music take you anywhere 
But where will you be when the music's gone? 

You can learn to sing 
You can play guitar 
You can learn to rock 
You can be a star 
But where will you be when the music's gone? 

If you love the sound 
Then don't forget the source 
You can turn around, 
You can change your course, 
'Cause it's never too late to change your mind. 

You can love the rock 
And let Him free you soul 
Or you can let the old man take his toll 
It's never too late to change your mind.

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Petra

Petra is a music group regarded as a pioneer of the Christian rock and contemporary Christian music genres. Formed in 1972, the band took its name from the Greek word for "rock." Though formally disbanding in 2006, incarnations of Petra have played reunion shows in the years since and released an album in November 2010. more »

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Written by: RUSS BALLARD

Lyrics © MARQUIS SONGS USA

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10 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"God Gave Rock and Roll to You" is classified under the Christian Rock genre. Petra is one such band that has played a pivotal role in the development and popularization of this genre.
Cover Significance
The song, originally by Argent, was covered by Petra for their 1977 album, "Come and Join Us." This showcased the band's ability to weave spirituality with rock music, portraying that rock music could be used to express faith.
Album Association
The track featured on their fourth studio album, "Come and Join Us," giving the album a unique blend of soft rock and contemporary Christian music.
Lineup Changes
The recording of "God Gave Rock and Roll to You" marked a transition period for the band Petra. The band saw some lineup changes during this period, with Greg X. Volz transitioning from a backup role to the band's lead vocalist.
Reputation Building
This cover song played a crucial role in establishing Petra's reputation as pioneers of Christian rock. It set the tone for their later career, where they would regularly incorporate covers of mainstream hits with a spiritual perspective.
Production Specifics
"God Gave Rock and Roll to You" was one of the first songs from Petra that showed signs of high-level production quality. The song was produced by Bob Hartman, who is also the founding member and guitarist of Petra.
Lyrics Interpretation
The reworked lyrics turned the song into an anthem of praise and gratitude, presenting the idea that talents and passions, including rock and roll, are gifts from God used to inspire and uplift.
Controversial Reception
Despite its popularity, the song faced some backlash from conservative Christian communities. They had concerns about the combination of rock music and religious themes. However, instead of pulling back, Petra continued to use music as a platform for expressing their faith, helping to bring Christian Rock into the mainstream.
Influence on Christian Rock
Petra's version of "God Gave Rock and Roll to You" undoubtedly influenced future generations of Christian Rock bands. It challenged the mainstream perspectives on the compatibility of rock music with Christian themes.
Career Impact
With tracks like "God Gave Rock and Roll to You," Petra carved a niche for themselves in both the world of Christian music and rock music, earning them numerous Grammy awards and Dove awards in their active years.

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