Lyric discussion by cantona66 

Cover art for Sunrise lyrics by New Order

I always thought that this song was about the anger the remaining band members felt towards Ian for doing what he did. I can imagine it would have acted as a kind of therapy and release and I am not aware of any other songs that reference Ian's suicide.

Coming at the end of low life, the closing track is full of resentment that the guiding light and driving force behind Joy Division, the 'God' in the song and the 'gifted' band member selfishly took his own life. I am sure they all love Ian now but that sense of regret of what might had been, as good as New Order were, must have been truly devastating. Such a waste.

Song Meaning

@cantona66 The predictable " i believe it's about Ian" comment. It's clearly about a non-existent god.