John the Revelator
Gov't Mule Lyrics
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Tell me who's that writin', John the Revelator
Tell me who's that writin', John the Revelator
Wrote the book of the seven seals
Who's that writin' (John the Revelator)
Who's that writin' (John the Revelator)
Who's that writin' (John the Revelator)
(O yes, tell me who's that writin') John the Revelator
(Tell me who's that writin') John the Revelator
(Tell me who's that writin') John the Revelator
Wrote the book of the seven seals
Look, God walked down the hill one day
Called Adam by his dame
And Adam wouldn't answer
'cause he was naked and ashamed
(Tell me who's that writin') John the Revelator
(Tell me who's that writin') John the Revelator
(Tell me who's that writin') John the Revelator
Wrote the book of the seven seals
You know Christ (Christ) had twelve apostels (spirit willing)
Three he layed away (O but the flesh was weak)
He said watch me while I walked (Ooh)
While I go out and prey
Listen
Well Christ rose on Easter morning (Hallelujah)
Mary mother came down to see (the resurrection)
He said Go and tell my disciples (Ooh)
To meet me in Galilee
Yes
Who's that writin' (John the Revelator)
Who's that writin' (John the Revelator)
Who's that writin' (John the Revelator)
Wrote the book of the seven seals
He wrote the book of the seven seals (Ooh)
Yeah, yes he did
Tell me why I'm shouting (John the Revelator)
Tell me why I'm shouting (John the Revelator)
Tell me why I'm shouting (John the Revelator)
(wrote the book of the seven seals)
Tell me what I'm shouting (John the Revelator)
Tell me what I'm shouting (John the Revelator)
Tell me what I'm shouting (John the Revelator)
(wrote the book of the seven seals)
(The revelation of Jesus) You know I thought I was a policeman
(The revelation of Jesus) An officer of the law
(The revelation of Jesus) But then I had a revelation
(The revelation of Jesus) Because of what I saw
(The revelation of Jesus) The air was always so gloomy
(The revelation of Jesus) Every day was dull and grey
(The revelation of Jesus) But now I see very clearly
(The revelation of Jesus) O, o, o, o happy day
(The revelation of Jesus) Jesus
(Jesus) Jesus
(Jesus) Jesus
(Jesus) Jesus
(Jesus) Jesus
(Jesus) My God my God
(Jesus) Jesus
(Jesus) Jesus
(The revelation of Jesus)
My my my my my my
(Jesus) My my my my
(Jesus) My my my my my my my my
(Jesus) My my my my my God
(Jesus) Yeah yeah
(Jesus) My my my my my God
(The revelation of Jesus) O
John the Revelator
The song "John the Revelator" by Gov't Mule is a gospel blues cover of an old traditional song. The lyrics are a tribute to the author of the Book of Revelation, which is the last book in the New Testament of the Bible. The song begins by asking, "Tell me who's that writin', John the Revelator, Wrote the book of the seven seals." The seven seals refer to the prophetic visions that are described in the Book of Revelation. The song mentions other biblical figures such as Adam, Christ, and Mary. The themes of sin and salvation are prevalent, with a focus on the power of faith and redemption.
The chorus repeats the question of who wrote the Book of Revelation, emphasizing its importance in the Christian faith. The song also speaks of personal revelation and transformation, with the line, "But then I had a revelation, Because of what I saw." The repetition of the name "Jesus" at the end of the song further emphasizes the religious message.
Overall, "John the Revelator" is a powerful testament to the enduring legacy of the Bible and the importance of faith in times of struggle and uncertainty.
Line by Line Meaning
Tell me who's that writin', John the Revelator
Asking about the identity of the author of the seven seals book, also known as John the Revelator.
Wrote the book of the seven seals
John the Revelator authored the book that contains the seven seals.
Called Adam by his dame
God approached Adam and Eve, but Adam was ashamed of being naked and did not respond to God's call.
He wrote the book of the seven seals
John the Revelator is the author of the book containing the seven seals.
Three he layed away (O but the flesh was weak)
Jesus left three apostles to watch, but they fell asleep because their flesh was weak.
To meet me in Galilee
Jesus instructed Mary to tell his disciples to meet him in Galilee after his resurrection.
Tell me why I'm shouting (John the Revelator)
Asking for the reason behind shouting the name of John the Revelator.
(The revelation of Jesus) You know I thought I was a policeman
The artist used to feel like a police officer but had a revelation after encountering Jesus.
(The revelation of Jesus) O, o, o, o happy day
The artist is happy to have had a revelation about Jesus.
(The revelation of Jesus) Jesus
The artist is praising Jesus for the revelation and his presence in their life.
John the Revelator
The name of the author of the book of the seven seals.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MARTIN LEE GORE
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