The band is led by singer-songwriter Mike Edwards. They have released six studio albums, with the latest, 'Culture Vulture', published through Mi5 Recordings in 2004. They also have made two live albums and continue to tour. For more information, see their official website here.
Are You Satisfied?
Jesus Jones Lyrics
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do you know what you want?
will it go with you when you die?
oh, the things i could do for you
if you want me to
if you want me to you've lost the point,
start again
all the things you want from me
if i give them away they're worth even less
than they are now
are you satisfied?
do you know what you want?
will it go with you when you die?
when the time's gone by
will you ask why
there was so much left
to try?
how do you do these things?
i don't see any strings
when you pull me in and everything is
all i want from you
here before my eyes
you have set the prize
but as soon as i touch
it always turns to dust
oh, how do you do it?
oh, how do you do it?
all the things i could do for you (i could do for you)
if you want me to (if you want me to)
all the things you want from me
don't come easily
are you satisfied?
do you know what you want?
will it go with you when you die?
when the time's gone by
will you ask why
there was so much left
to try?
oh, how do you do it?
how? how do you do it?
oh, how do you do it?
oh, how do you do it?
The song "Are You Satisfied?" by Jesus Jones is an introspective look at the human condition and our constant search for satisfaction. The lyrics question whether or not we truly know what we want and if the things we strive for in life are worth it in the end. The artist wonders if the objects of our desires will go with us when we die, and if the pursuit of them is all for naught.
The verses highlight the artist's frustration with being pulled in by something that appears to be everything they want, but upon closer inspection, it turns out to be nothing more than dust. The artist questions how things can appear so real and tangible, yet disappear in an instant. The chorus asks whether or not we know what we want and if we will regret not trying more when our time has passed.
Overall, the lyrics of the song challenge the listener to question their own pursuits in life and whether or not they will lead to true satisfaction. The song encourages introspection and thoughtful consideration of one's own priorities and goals.
Line by Line Meaning
are you satisfied?
Are you content with your life and the things you have achieved so far?
do you know what you want?
Do you have a clear idea of what you want in life and where you are headed?
will it go with you when you die?
Will the things you have gained in life, both physical and emotional, go with you when you pass away?
oh, the things i could do for you
The singer is capable of doing amazing things for the listener or someone they care about.
if you want me to
The singer is willing to do great things for the listener, but only if the listener wants them to.
if you want me to you've lost the point, start again
If the listener wants the singer to do something for them, but they are not sure why they want it, they should re-evaluate their priorities.
all the things you want from me don't come easily
The things the listener wants from the singer are not easy to achieve or obtain.
if i give them away they're worth even less than they are now
If the singer gives away the things the listener wants from them, the value of those things will decrease even further.
when the time's gone by will you ask why there was so much left to try?
When the listener looks back on their life, will they regret not trying harder or taking more chances?
how do you do these things?
The listener is amazed by the singer's abilities and is curious to know how they do what they do.
i don't see any strings when you pull me in and everything is
The listener is confused by how effortlessly the singer is able to influence them or make them feel a certain way.
all i want from you here before my eyes
The singer has something the listener desires, and it is within sight.
you have set the prize
The singer has intentionally put something desirable in front of the listener.
but as soon as i touch it always turns to dust
The things the listener wants from the singer always seem to disappear or lose their appeal as soon as they obtain them.
oh, how do you do it?
The listener is still in awe of the singer's abilities and wants to know more about how they achieve what they do.
all the things i could do for you (i could do for you)
The singer emphasizes that they are capable of doing great things for the listener if they want them to.
if you want me to (if you want me to)
The singer reiterates that they are willing to do these things only if the listener wants them to.
are you satisfied?
The singer repeats the central question of the song, urging the listener to reflect on their life and whether they are truly content with it.
how? how do you do it?
The listener is still confused and amazed by the singer's abilities, and still wants to know more about how they achieve what they do.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MICHAEL EDWARDS
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