Jesus Loves the Acid
Ecstasy Club Lyrics
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I appeal to you, in language of passionate pleading
And return to the ways of peace
You may claim to seek justice
Acid
Jesus Loves the Acid is a song by Ecstasy Club that was released in 1988. The song is characterized by repetitive acid house beats and mysterious, almost haunting vocals. Despite the ambiguous message in the song, it still manages to enthrall listeners. One of the most interesting lyrics in the song is โNow I wish to speak for all men and women engaged in violence. I appeal to you, in language of passionate pleading. And return to the ways of peace.โ This line seems to be an appeal to people who are engaged in violent acts, asking them to reconsider their actions and choose a peaceful path instead.
The next line is equally thought-provoking: โYou may claim to seek justice. Acid.โ This line could be interpreted in different ways. It might be a comment on the hypocrisy of violent individuals who claim to be fighting for justice but are using violence to achieve their goals. The use of the word โacidโ at the end of the line is significant because it could be indicative of the drug culture that was prevalent at the time. Acid house music and the drug LSD were often associated with each other in the late 80s and early 90s. Itโs possible that the song is referencing this culture and its role in promoting the use of drugs as a means of escape from reality. Overall, Jesus Loves the Acid is a mysterious and powerful song that leaves a lot of room for interpretation.
Line by Line Meaning
Now I wish to speak for all men and women engaged in violence
As an artist, I want to stand up for all those individuals who are resorting to violence as means of expressing their suffering
I appeal to you, in language of passionate pleading
I want to make a sincere urge to all listeners to understand the gravity of this issue, and respond to it with empathy
And return to the ways of peace
I urge everyone to embrace non-violence, and respect each other's differences
You may claim to seek justice
I understand that some may justify their violent behavior as a means of achieving justice
Acid
The word 'Acid' is used to reference the drug, and act as a symbol to call attention to the countercultural movement happening at the time of the song's writing.
Contributed by Natalie W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@e28forever30
Absolutely freaking flipping mad tune!
Havenโt heard this in ages, goosebumps!!!
@clipsyoudontwatch
Ok Sammy
@e28forever30
@@clipsyoudontwatch
Whatโs your problem?
@clipsyoudontwatch
@@e28forever30 Sammy๐
@ciscodiva
This is a tuuuuune! Back in the day ย - warehouses hundreds of people no seats no alcohol just water, lolly pops, ice, and E.....white dove. Crazy azy days! This is still hardcore loving it!
@BigStickyNugs
Yeah Baby!
@idontsmokecrackitsfreebase6660
Aceeeid
@domwaller7391
Fuck yeah eloquently said!!
@user-hk1ig6sj7p
Ok boomer
@domwaller7391
@Jacob what is... OK boomer???