I always thought this song was about America but when I listened to it this morning on the way to work with my daughter she told me she thought it was about heaven. Having studied the lyrics again I think she's right. Bruce's Christian faith is a bit OTT for me (I'm an atheist) so my daughter (a Christian) now owns the album! I'm glad that Bruce is supporting Obama in the election as I've no desire to see a Mormon as president - how anyone can believe that baloney is beyond my understanding.
These lyrics tell the good news of the Gospels and Jesus' command to follow him and the rewards you will receive. Bruce's lyrics have long held Christian imagery but usually his metaphors are a bit more hidden.
These lyrics tell the good news of the Gospels and Jesus' command to follow him and the rewards you will receive. Bruce's lyrics have long held Christian imagery but usually his metaphors are a bit more hidden.
This song and especially Rocky Ground his Catholic beliefs are out front.
This song and especially Rocky Ground his Catholic beliefs are out front.
I always thought this song was about America but when I listened to it this morning on the way to work with my daughter she told me she thought it was about heaven. Having studied the lyrics again I think she's right. Bruce's Christian faith is a bit OTT for me (I'm an atheist) so my daughter (a Christian) now owns the album! I'm glad that Bruce is supporting Obama in the election as I've no desire to see a Mormon as president - how anyone can believe that baloney is beyond my understanding.
@NISteve
@NISteve
These lyrics tell the good news of the Gospels and Jesus' command to follow him and the rewards you will receive. Bruce's lyrics have long held Christian imagery but usually his metaphors are a bit more hidden.
These lyrics tell the good news of the Gospels and Jesus' command to follow him and the rewards you will receive. Bruce's lyrics have long held Christian imagery but usually his metaphors are a bit more hidden.
This song and especially Rocky Ground his Catholic beliefs are out front.
This song and especially Rocky Ground his Catholic beliefs are out front.
Amazing songs.
Amazing songs.