Jesus Says
Ash
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One million light years from home Throwing up and feeling small Where have I gone and landed tonight I've been shot right to the core Of NYC and hostility yeah But you gotta laugh 'Cause there's something that I cannot do without And it's in your hand Where have I gone and landed tonight A million light years from home Throwing up and feeling small And now I know that my mind is blown 'Cause there's something that I cannot do without Something that I understand Yeah there's something that I cannot do without And it's in your hand Cut down shot down Any way you please Don't get nothing for free Big time small time Any way you choose yeah Don't mean nothing to me Where have I gone and landed tonight God give me strength In a land of fakes and small time petty thieves Must be the wrong place 'Cause all my honesty is true yeah But it's gone to waste On a soulless superficial void Called the human race Cut down shot down Any way you please Don't get nothing for free Big time small time Any way you choose yeah Yeah but you gotta compete Where have I gone and landed tonight Throwing up and feeling small One million light years from home I've been shot right to the core Of NYC and hostility yeah But you gotta laugh 'Cause there's something that I cannot do without And it's in your hand Cut down shot down Any way you please Don't get nothing for free Big time small time Any way you choose yeah Don't mean f*ck all to me Yeah I've been cut down shot down Any way you please yeah Sisters and brothers please yeah Big time small time Any way you please yeah Don't mean nothing to me
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Written by: MARK ALEXANDER HAMILTON, TIM WHEELER
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23 facts about this song
Release Information"Jesus Says" was released by the Northern Irish rock band Ash in 1998. It was the first single from their second studio album, "Nu-Clear Sounds."
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at no. 15 in the UK Singles Chart, indicating its success.
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Music VideoThe humorous music video for "Jesus Says" features the band members enjoying a lavish party, which then descends into chaos.
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Track ContentLyrically, the song has been interpreted as exploring themes of desire and rebellion.
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Band's DispositionAccording to interviews, Ash considers the song as one of their favorites and often includes it in live performances.
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SongwritersLead vocalist Tim Wheeler and bassist Mark Hamilton wrote the song.
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GenreThe track is categorized as alternative rock and power pop.
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Critical Reception"Jesus Says" received generally positive reviews from music critics, with many appreciating its catchy and energetic sound.
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InspirationThe band was inspired by the grunge sound that was popular in America in the '90s like Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, while writing songs for the album "Nu-Clear Sounds."
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B-Side TracksThe song was released with several B-side tracks, including "Taken Out," "Gonna Do It Soon," and "Coast of Lazio."
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Album's ThemeThe "Nu-Clear Sounds" album, which includes "Jesus Says," was seen as a departure from their previous work and displays a darker and uneasier side of Ash.
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Track DurationThe song has a total length of 4:45 minutes.
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Artist Origin"Ash" is a Northern Irish rock band, originally formed in Downpatrick in 1989 when the band members were just teenagers.
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Song ReleaseThe song "Jesus Says" was released in 1998, serving as the lead single from Ash's second studio album, "Nu-Clear Sounds."
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Track Popularity"Jesus Says" reached number 15 on the UK Singles Chart, marking its success and popularity at the time.
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Music VideoAn interesting fact about "Jesus Says" is that its music video was directed by famous video director Howard Greenhalgh.
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Album Success"Nu-clear Sounds," where "Jesus Says" is listed, was a top 10 success in the UK Albums Chart.
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Band MembersDuring the creation and release of "Jesus Says," the members of Ash were Tim Wheeler, Mark Hamilton, Rick McMurray and Charlotte Hatherley.
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Challenging TimesThe song and the album were written during a difficult time for the band, with them facing numerous personal issues and the pressures brought by the large commercial success of their debut album "1977."
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Lyrical ThemesThe song’s lyrics are about throwing caution to the wind and not worrying about the future, presenting a kinda rebellious and non-conformist theme.
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Chart PositionIt debuted at No.15 in the UK single charts, reinforcing the band’s popularity among fans.
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Live Performances"Jesus Says" has been played numerous times in live performances by the band, continuing to be a fan favorite.
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Musical StyleAs with other songs from the "Nu-Clear Sounds" album, "Jesus Says" also reflects grunge influences and overall rougher, harder sound that differs from their debut album "1977".
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