The Evangelist
Jim Guthrie Lyrics
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'Cause it's our last chance
Chance disaster
What's the question?
Here's the answer
Get to know you
Somebody stop me
I'm as distant
You'll always win
Oooh my dear
Couldn't see it coming
Rushing water
Bursting damps and breaking hearts does not hold water
It'd ask more questions
While on vacation
Which have no answers
Down by the water
Love sinks
If I asked and you told me
Go give it all you got
For a friend that could be
For a life that might be
So come on and hit me
With no questions
Are you with me?
'Cause it's our last chance
Chance disaster
What's the question?
Here's the answer
Quantum Physics
In disdefiance
A love of science
Oh time, you always win
Oh my dear.
If I asked and you told me
Go give 'em all you got
For a friend that could be
For a life that might be
So come on and kiss me
With no questions
The overall theme of Jim Guthrie's "The Evangelist" seems to be about taking risks, being open and honest, and embracing the unknown. The opening lines, "Are you with me? / 'Cause it's our last chance / Chance disaster / What's the question? / Here's the answer," set the tone for the rest of the song. It's a call to action, to take risks and chances, to not be afraid of disaster or uncertainty, and to trust in oneself and others.
The lyrics also touch on the theme of love and attraction, as seen in lines like "Oh lust / You'll always win" and "Love sinks." There's a sense of surrendering to one's desires and passions, even if it may lead to heartbreak or disappointment. The lines "If I asked and you told me / Go give it all you got / For a friend that could be / For a life that might be / So come on and hit me / With no questions" encapsulate the idea of taking action without knowing the full consequences, but trusting in the moment and in the potential outcomes.
Ultimately, the song seems to celebrate the joy and beauty of taking risks, being open to change and uncertainty, and embracing vulnerability and passion in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Are you with me?
Asking if someone shares the same view, intentions or goals
'Cause it's our last chance
Implying urgency, indicating that it may be the last opportunity to act
Chance disaster
The possibility of a catastrophe or disastrous outcome
What's the question?
Asking what the problem, situation or question might be
Here's the answer
Providing a solution or a conclusion
Get to know you
Trying to build a relationship or connection
Somebody stop me
Acknowledging an impulse that might lead to unwise action
I'm as distant
Expressing emotional detachment or disconnection
Oh lust
The strong desire or craving for something or someone
You'll always win
A resigned statement indicating that a particular force or entity will overcome in a given situation
Oooh my dear
An interjection expressing fondness, caring or attachment
Couldn't see it coming
Not anticipating something that occurs
Rushing water
Fast-flowing water, usually relating to a stream, river or waterfall
Bursting damps and breaking hearts does not hold water
Metaphorical phrase warning against overindulging in emotions or impracticality because it won't be sustainable
It'd ask more questions
Suggesting that there are further queries or uncertainties to be addressed
While on vacation
During leisure time, rest or recreation
Which have no answers
Implying that there may be unsolvable problems or enigmas
Down by the water
Beside or close to a body of water
Love sinks
A metaphorical statement describing how love can become submerged or lost
If I asked and you told me
A conditional statement relating to a hypothetical situation
Go give it all you got
Encouraging someone to make a full effort and strive for success
For a friend that could be
Doing something to benefit a friend either present or future
For a life that might be
Doing something that might lead to a better future or outcome
So come on and hit me
Asking someone to give everything they have, to make an impact or impression
With no questions
Without hesitation or doubt
Quantum Physics
The study of the universe on a very tiny scale using the principles of quantum mechanics
In disdefiance
Defying traditional thinking or norms
A love of science
A passion and keen interest in scientific matters
Oh time, you always win
Expressing the belief that time is an unstoppable force and everything has an end
Oh my dear.
An interjection expressing empathy, sadness or regret
So come on and kiss me
Asking for a romantic gesture
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