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.
They're Out There
Jesus Jones Lyrics
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Staring at the sky or at computer screens.
It gets you in the neck, all this looking skywards.
But every martyr knows that you suffer in belief.
But if only you could see the things that he has seen!
'Cause he knows that he can tell you just what all this means.
He knows, it's true, that they're out there.
And there's very little faith left in this world.
There's so much in the sky, it must be hiding something.
He thinks that he's prepared, and he's counting down the days.
And if only you could see the things that he has seen!
'Cause he's sure that he could tell you just what all this means.
It's so easy when we sneer,
And mock the faith that he holds dear,
But just like us, he's chasing dreams.
If you look hard enough then you'll see it clearly.
There's something that we need, always coming from the sky.
And there's very little faith left in this world.
The lyrics of "They're Out There" by Jesus Jones are about a person who is isolated and doesn't have any friends, spending his days staring at the sky or computer screens. The opening lyrics, "He doesn't have a friend, just some occupations" suggest that the person is lonely and doesn't have any social connections. The following line, "Staring at the sky or at computer screens" indicates the person's obsession with the unknown and perhaps finding answers to what's out there.
The second verse goes on to say, "It gets you in the neck, all this looking skywards. But every martyr knows that you suffer in belief." This line seems to suggest that the person's obsession with finding answers may be causing some sort of physical pain, but he is willing to face the consequences as he has faith and belief in what he is doing. The lyrics then talk about how the person wishes others could see what he has seen, hinting that he may have had some sort of experience or realization that has fueled his beliefs.
The chorus repeats the line, "He knows, it's true, that they're out there" emphasizing the person's unwavering beliefs that there is something out there in the sky. The final line, "And there's very little faith left in this world" suggests that the person's beliefs are unique and maybe even considered outdated or unpopular.
Overall, "They're Out There" highlights the idea of having faith and belief in something that others may not understand or even ridicule, and the need to find answers and meaning in a world where faith is diminishing.
Line by Line Meaning
He doesn't have a friend, just some occupations.
He doesn't have close relationships, just some work to keep him busy.
Staring at the sky or at computer screens.
He spends his time either daydreaming or working on his computer.
It gets you in the neck, all this looking skywards.
Constantly looking up can be tiring and uncomfortable.
But every martyr knows that you suffer in belief.
Those who strongly believe in a cause are willing to suffer for it.
But if only you could see the things that he has seen!
He has had experiences that could change your perspective if you could see them.
'Cause he knows that he can tell you just what all this means.
He is confident that he can explain the significance of his experiences.
He knows, it's true, that they're out there.
He is convinced that there is something out there.
And there's very little faith left in this world.
Many people have lost their faith in a higher power.
There's so much in the sky, it must be hiding something.
The vastness of the sky suggests that there is something beyond our current understanding.
He thinks that he's prepared, and he's counting down the days.
He believes he is ready for what's to come and is eagerly awaiting it.
It's so easy when we sneer,
It's easy to mock and judge him.
And mock the faith that he holds dear,
And to make fun of the beliefs that he values.
But just like us, he's chasing dreams.
Like everyone else, he is pursuing what he believes in.
If you look hard enough then you'll see it clearly.
If you pay close attention, the truth will reveal itself.
There's something that we need, always coming from the sky.
There is something important that constantly comes from above.
And there's very little faith left in this world.
Many people have lost their faith in a higher power.
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Written by: MICHAEL JAMES EDWARDS
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