Jesus Christ Pose

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About Jesus Christ Pose

"Jesus Christ Pose" is a song by the American rock band Soundgarden, released in 1991 as the first single from the band's third studio album, Badmotorfinger (1991). The song was included on Soundgarden's 1997 greatest hits album, A-Sides.


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And you stare at me
In your Jesus Christ pose
Arms held out
Like you've been carrying a load
And you swear to me
You don't want to be my slave

But you're staring at me
Like I, like I need to be saved
Saved, like I need to be saved
Saved

In your Jesus Christ pose
In your Jesus Christ pose

Arms held out, in your Jesus Christ pose
Thorns and shroud
Like it's the coming of the Lord
And I swear to you
That I would never feed you pain

But your staring at me
Like I, like I'm driving the nails, nails
Like I'm driving the nails, nails
Like I'm driving the nails, nails, nails
Like I'm driving the nails, nails

In the Jesus Christ pose
In the Jesus Christ pose

Arms held out
In your Jesus Christ pose
Thorns and shroud
Like it's the coming of the Lord

Would it pain you more to walk on water
Than to wear a crown of thorns?
It wouldn't pain me more to bury you rich
Than to bury you poor

In the Jesus Christ pose
(Poor) in the Jesus Christ pose

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Soundgarden

Soundgarden is an American rock band formed in Seattle, Washington in 1984 by singer and rhythm guitarist Chris Cornell, lead guitarist Kim Thayil, and bassist Hiro Yamamoto. Matt Cameron became the band's full-time drummer in 1986, while bassist Ben Shepherd became a permanent replacement for Yamamoto in 1990. more »

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Written by: CHRIS CORNELL, MATTHEW CAMERON, KIM THAYIL, HUNTER SHEPHERD

Lyrics © HIPGNOSIS SONGS GROUP, BMG Rights Management

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28 facts about this song

Band Creation
"Jesus Christ Pose" is a song by Soundgarden, an American rock band formed in 1984 by Chris Cornell.
Album Placement
This song is the feature track on the band's third studio album "Badmotorfinger," which was released in 1991.
Direct Involvement
All four members of Soundgarden – Chris Cornell, Kim Thayil, Matt Cameron, and Ben Shepherd – are accredited as songwriters for "Jesus Christ Pose."
Musical Complexity
The song is known for its complex time signature, intricate rhythm, and turbulent, fast-paced instrumentation, making "Jesus Christ Pose" one of Soundgarden's most aggressive and challenging songs.
Music Video Controversy
The music video caused controversy due to its use of religious imagery, including images of a woman on a cross, an idea which led to MTV banning it initially.
Religious Imagery
"Jesus Christ Pose" was written as a statement against the use of religious iconography by celebrities to portray themselves as persecuted figures.
Musical Style
The song features an abrasive and psychedelic sound, with a heavy emphasis on Thayil's guitar work.
Live Performances
Despite its complex structure, "Jesus Christ Pose" became a staple of Soundgarden's live concerts and was appreciated by fans.
Current Relevance
The song continues to receive substantial airplay on rock radio stations and streaming platforms, indicating its enduring popularity.
Cover Versions
"Jesus Christ Pose" has been covered by several bands including Maroon 5 lead singer Adam Levine and The Dillinger Escape Plan.
Recognition
The song featured in various charts since its release, it peaked at number 30 ranking in the Mainstream Rock Song chart in 1992. Despite being one of Soundgarden's lesser-known tracks in the mainstream, it is highly revered in alternative and rock music circles today.
Unique Sound
Visible differences between this song and other pieces by Soundgarden includes a slower tempo and lack of a catchy chorus, what is typically expected in a rock song.
Notable Performances
The song was performed live by Soundgarden at the 1992 Lollapalooza music festival, which increased their national visibility and popularity.
Album Success
"Jesus Christ Pose" contributed to the success of its parent album, "Badmotorfinger," that eventually achieved double-platinum status.
Connection to Grunge Movement
"Jesus Christ Pose," like many Soundgarden songs, is often associated with the grunge movement of the 1990s, which combined elements of heavy metal and punk rock.
Music Genre
"Jesus Christ Pose" is a song by American rock band Soundgarden. Known for mixing elements of hard rock, punk, and metal into their music, Soundgarden's genre generally fall under grunge and alternative rock.
Album Release
The song is found on the band's third studio album, "Badmotorfinger", which was released in 1991.
Track Position
"Jesus Christ Pose" is the fourth track on the album, following the songs "Rusty Cage", "Outshined", and "Slaves & Bulldozers".
Song Length
The song is one of the longest on the album, running for 5 minutes and 51 seconds.
Music Video Controversy
The music video for "Jesus Christ Pose" caused some controversy due to its religious imagery, including the use of a cross. As a result of its content, MTV banned the video shortly after it was released.
Theme
The song, according to lead vocalist Chris Cornell, was a criticism of public figures (particularly other musicians) who use religious imagery to present themselves as Christ-like figures, hence the title "Jesus Christ Pose".
Song Composition
The fast-paced, aggressive music to "Jesus Christ Pose" was initially created by Soundgarden's bassist Ben Shepherd and drummer Matt Cameron.
Chart Performance
Despite the controversy, the song was a hit and peaked at number 6 on Billboard's Mainstream Rock Songs chart.
Critical Reception
Today, "Jesus Christ Pose" is often cited as one of Soundgarden's best songs, highly praised for its intense, driving sound and bold subject matter.
Live Performances
Soundgarden frequently performed "Jesus Christ Pose" during their live shows. A particularly notable performance occurred during the 1992 Lollapalooza music festival.
Band’s Perspective
Despite all the controversy it has stirred, the band has always been very open about their fondness for the song, calling it a band favorite.
Cover Versions
Several artists have covered "Jesus Christ Pose" such as Eleven featuring Alain Johannes, who toured with Cornell and the band Queens of the Stone Age.
Re-Release
The song was re-released on the band's compilation album, "A-Sides", in 1997, and again on their 2010 compilation "Telephantasm".

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