Jesus He Knows Me

Genesis

About Jesus He Knows Me

"Jesus He Knows Me" is the second track on the 1991 Genesis album We Can't Dance and its fourth single. The song is a satire of televangelism, released in a period when several televangelists such as Jimmy Swaggart, Robert Tilton and Jim Bakker were under investigation for promising financial success to their listeners, provided they sent money to them. The song reached No. 10 in Canada, No. 20 in the United Kingdom and No. 23 in the United States.


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1992
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You see the face on the TV screen
Coming at you every Sunday
See that face on the billboard
That man is me

On the cover of the magazine
There's no question why I'm smiling
You buy a piece of paradise
You buy a piece of me

I'll get you everything you wanted
I'll get you everything you need
Don't need to believe in hereafter
Just believe in me

'Cause Jesus he knows me
And he knows I'm right
I've been talking to Jesus all my life
Oh yes he knows me
And he knows I'm right
And he's been telling me
Everything is alright

I believe in the family
With my ever loving wife beside me
But she don't know about my girlfriend
Or the man I met last night

Do you believe in god
'Cause that's what I'm selling
And if you want to get to heaven
I'll see you right

You won't even have to leave your house
Or get outta your chair
You don't even have to touch that dial
'Cause I'm everywhere

And Jesus he knows me
And he knows I'm right
I've been talking to Jesus all my life
Oh yes he knows me
And he knows I'm right
Well he's been telling me
Everything's gonna be alright

Won't find me practicing what I'm preaching
Won't find me making no sacrifice
But I can get you a pocketful of miracles
If you promise to be good, try to be nice
God will take good care of you
Just do as I say, don't do as I do

I'm counting my blessings,
I've found true happiness
'Cause I'm getting richer, day by day
You can find me in the phone book,
Just call my toll free number
You can do it anyway you want
Just do it right away

There'll be no doubt in your mind
You'll believe everything I'm saying
If you want to get closer to him
Get on your knees and start paying

'Cause Jesus he knows me
And he knows I'm right
I've been talking to Jesus all my life
Oh yes he knows me
And he knows I'm right
Well he's been telling me
Everything's gonna be alright, alright

'Cause Jesus he knows me
And he knows I'm right
Oh yes he knows me and he knows I'm right
I've been talking to Jesus all my life
And he's been telling me everything is alright, alright

Jesus he knows me, Jesus he knows, know
Jesus he knows me, Jesus he knows, know
Jesus he knows me, Jesus he knows, know

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Genesis

Genesis are an English rock band that formed in 1967. The band currently consists of its three longest-tenured members - Tony Banks (keyboards) and Mike Rutherford (bass, guitar), who were founder members; and Phil Collins (vocals, drums), who first joined in 1970. Past members Peter Gabriel (vocals, flute), Steve Hackett (guitar) and Anthony Phillips (guitar), also played major roles in the band in its early years. Genesis are among the top 30 highest-selling recording artists of all time, with approximately 150 million albums sold worldwide. more »

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Written by: MICHAEL RUTHERFORD, PHIL COLLINS, TONY BANKS

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21 facts about this song

Genesis Composition
"Jesus He Knows Me" is a rock song composed by the band Genesis. It was one of the main songs on their 1991 album, We Can't Dance.
Song Themes
The song is best known for its satirical take on televangelism, with the lyrics referring to a preacher who uses religion as a means to solicit funds from his followers.
Music Video
The accompanying video stars Genesis member Phil Collins as a fraudulent televangelist, a role he reportedly enjoyed playing. The video was both humorous and a biting social commentary on the abuse of religion for personal gain.
Chart Performance
"Jesus He Knows Me" reached number 23 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States and peaked at number 20 in the UK singles chart.
Band Members' Contribution
The song was written by all three of the band's members at the time: Tony Banks, Phil Collins, and Mike Rutherford.
Awards and Acclaim
Although not one of Genesis' biggest hits, "Jesus He Knows Me" was nominated for a Grammy award in 1993 for Best Short Form Music Video.
Notable Performances
"Jesus He Knows Me" was one of the songs performed live during Genesis' We Can't Dance tour, and it's featured in several of the band's concert films and live albums.
Song Style
Musically, the song is notable for its use of a distinctive drum machine pattern and its aggressive synth bass line, both of which play important roles in establishing its rock feel.
Re-releases
Over the years, "Jesus He Knows Me" has been included in multiple Genesis compilation albums, including Turn It on Again: The Hits and The Platinum Collection.
Influence and Reception
The song has been praised for its clever and biting lyrics, its catchy hooks, and its powerful commentary on the abuse of faith for personal gain. It stands out as one of Genesis' more memorable and impactful songs.
Genre of the Song
"Jesus He Knows Me" by Genesis belongs to the genre of pop rock and progressive rock.
Album Release
The song is a part of the 14th studio album of Genesis called 'We Can't Dance', which was released in 1991.
Chart Performance
The song reached No. 23 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart and peaked at No. 20 on the UK Singles chart, showing its popularity on both sides of the Atlantic.
Music Video
The music video of the song, directed by Jim Yukich, is a satire of televangelism. It features the band's members Phil Collins, Mike Rutherford, and Tony Banks portraying exaggerated versions of televangelists.
Awards
The video of "Jesus He Knows Me" received a Grammy nomination in 1993 for Best Short Form Music Video.
Theme
The song lyrically criticizes televangelists who manipulate people for monetary gain.
Song Composition
Collins, Banks and Rutherford, the band members, are credited for writing the song.
Live Performances
"Jesus He Knows Me" became a staple of the band's live shows, featuring in several tours.
Audio Production
The song was produced by Genesis and Nick Davis.
Critical Response
The satirical take on televangelism through song and video has generally been perceived positively by music critics.
Influence and Impact
The song is considered an iconic representation of Genesis' style in the 90s—the blend of pop melody and progressive rock elements.

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