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.
Stranger
Jesus Jones Lyrics
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Do you miss it or kiss and dismiss it?
Do you get the guest list
Maybe the second best list
Or are you lining up with all the rest list?
Stranger
Does the mirror hold surprise for you?
So what comes next when dreams come true?
(Was it good for you?)
Blow the dust off, scrape the rust off
Is it worth it if you could even unearth it?
What are you thinking
Are you swimming or sinking?
What is it your feeling now, happy or sad somehow?
Stranger
Does the mirror hold surprise for you?
Stranger
So what comes next when dreams come true?
(Was it good for you?)
Everyone around you feels the heat
They burn their fingers for a piece
But you of all should sympathize
A city full of those that never will
Stand close enough to get their thrill
Do you want what you see through their eyes?
Stranger
Does the mirror hold surprise for you?
Stranger
So what comes next when dreams come true?
(Was it good for you?)
The song Stranger by Jesus Jones seems to be about the unsettling feeling of achieving success and wondering if it was worth it. The lyrics contemplate whether the person is still passionate and excited about their success or if they’ve become jaded and dismissive of it. The line “What are you thinking, are you swimming or sinking?” suggests a feeling of uncertainty and confusion, questioning whether the success was what they really wanted or if it has left them feeling lost.
The chorus repeats the word “stranger” which could be interpreted as the person feeling like they no longer know themselves or that success has made them a stranger to others. The line “does the mirror hold surprise for you?” seems to suggest that they may not recognize themselves anymore.
The bridge of the song shifts the focus to the people around the successful person. The line “A city full of those that never will” suggests that while many are attracted to success, few will actually achieve it. The question “Do you want what you see through their eyes?” highlights the emptiness of aspiring for success solely because others want it.
Overall, the lyrics of Stranger seem to explore the complex emotions and uncertainties that come with achieving success, questioning whether it is everything it’s made out to be.
Line by Line Meaning
Are you jealous, still super zealous?
Are you envious and intensely passionate about something even now?
Do you miss it or kiss and dismiss it?
Do you long for it or just embrace it and then ignore it?
Do you get the guest list
Do you receive the list of invitees?
Maybe the second best list
Perhaps the next best list
Or are you lining up with all the rest list?
Or are you waiting to join the line with everyone else?
Stranger
Unknown person
Does the mirror hold surprise for you?
Are you surprised by the image you see in the mirror?
So what comes next when dreams come true?
What do you do after achieving your dreams?
(Was it good for you?)
(Did you enjoy it?)
Blow the dust off, scrape the rust off
Remove any dust and rust
Is it worth it if you could even unearth it?
Is it even valuable if you could uncover it?
What are you thinking
What is going through your mind?
Are you swimming or sinking?
Are you succeeding or failing?
What is it your feeling now, happy or sad somehow?
How are you feeling now, happy or sad in some way?
Everyone around you feels the heat
Everyone around you is under pressure
They burn their fingers for a piece
They take risks to get what they want
But you of all should sympathize
But you more than anyone else should understand
A city full of those that never will
A city full of those who will never achieve their dreams
Stand close enough to get their thrill
Stand close enough to get a glimpse of your success
Do you want what you see through their eyes?
Do you desire what they desire?
Stranger
Unknown person
Does the mirror hold surprise for you?
Are you surprised by the image you see in the mirror?
So what comes next when dreams come true?
What do you do after achieving your dreams?
(Was it good for you?)
(Did you enjoy it?)
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MICHAEL EDWARDS
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