The most promi… Read Full Bio ↴Lodger is a name used by several bands and musicians:
The most prominent is this entry:
1) Lodger is a Finnish indie band, formed by Teemu Merilä in 2002. Although largely unknown outside of Finland, they have established a cult-following on the internet due to the popularity of their flash music videos. Their first video "Doorsteps" and all their subsequent are designed by the bands lyricist Hannes Häyhä.
Their big break-through was with the internationally known flash-video 'I Love Death' which was later followed by the videos 'God Has Rejected The Western World' and '24h Candy Machine'.
Their first album, Hi-Fi High Lights Down Low, is rarely found in record-stores but can be bought over the internet at www.stupido.fi, also check amazon marketplace.
Their second album, How Vulgar, received lukewarm critical and fan response -- but don't let that stop you from listening. The tracks "Friends" and "Brunswick Centre" are among their best.
Their third and latest album, Honeymoon Is Over, is, to paraphrase Merilä, what How Vulgar should have been. Much of the music has a harsher tone than their previous work.
For flash videos go to lodger.fi and for news of tours, or updates, use their myspace www.myspace.com/lodger as this is actually updated from time to time.
In 2007 there was a small tour of America and there may have been a trip to the UK also in 2007.
2) Lodger was also a late 1990s indie 'supergroup' composed of Danny Goffey (Supergrass), Pearl Lowe (Powder), Neil Carlill (Delicatessen), and Will Foster (also Delicatessen). The band released one album, A Walk in the Park, in 1998.
3) Lodger may also refer to a music collagist, DJ and singer in Austin, Texas, who has also recorded under the names David Lodger, David Lodger's Hallucination (DLH), Thr33 Record Set, Supressed Laughter and Ziggy. He was a founding member of the underground, early 80's, Houston-based garage band Dead Eddie.
Some tracks can be heard at https://soundcloud.com/lodger-x-lodger
Smoking for Jesus
Lodger Lyrics
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This is my meditation
I get away from my sins
With right medication
If you are lukewarm
Neither cold nor hot,
He spits you out of his mouth
Like a tooth rot
(Hey, hey)
Drinking his blood
(Hey, hey)
Every toxic inch brings me closer to God
Smoking for Jesus
If you must take a part
(Make a donation)
Make a donation
Anything that helps with
(Make a donation)
My salvation
Make a donation
(Smoking for Jesus)
Smoking for Jesus
Drinking his blood
Every toxic inch brings me closer to God
Smoking for Jesus
The lyrics of Lodger's song Smoking for Jesus seem to be discussing the addiction to cigarettes and alcohol in the context of religion. The song begins with the singer asking not to be disturbed during his meditation, because he is trying to escape from his sins with the help of medication. This could be interpreted to mean that the singer is a smoker and sees smoking as a way to cope with his guilt or negative emotions. The line "If you are lukewarm, neither cold nor hot, he spits you out of his mouth like a tooth rot" means that the singer sees smoking and drinking as a way to fully commit to his beliefs, rather than sitting on the fence.
The chorus of the song is where the title comes in. It is repeated twice, with the addition of "Make a donation" in between. The lyrics "Smoking for Jesus, drinking his blood, every toxic inch brings me closer to God" could be seen as a reference to the tradition of communion, where the wine symbolizes the blood of Jesus and the bread symbolizes his body. The singer is taking this concept to an extreme level, using "toxic" substances to bring him closer to God. The repeated "make a donation" line could either be seen as a genuine call for financial help for the singer's religious pursuits, or as a cynical nod to the idea that religion can be used as a tool for personal gain.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't disturb me, dear
Please do not bother me, as I am currently meditating.
This is my meditation
I am in the midst of a meditation session and would like to be left alone.
I get away from my sins
My meditation helps me to escape my sins and negative thoughts.
With right medication
Through the use of proper medication or substances, I am able to enhance my meditation experience.
If you are lukewarm
If you are indifferent or undecided towards your faith and beliefs,
Neither cold nor hot,
not particularly passionate or fervent,
He spits you out of his mouth
then you are not pleasing to God and will be rejected by Him.
Like a tooth rot
Just as a painful toothache can ruin one's life if ignored, neglecting one's faith can lead to personal destruction and suffering.
Smoking for Jesus (Hey, hey)
I am smoking as a part of my prayers and devotion to Jesus.
Drinking his blood (Hey, hey)
I am symbolically drinking the blood of Jesus as a way to connect with him and receive his blessings.
Every toxic inch brings me closer to God
Although it may seem counterintuitive, the use of harmful substances can help me achieve a greater spiritual connection with God.
If you must take a part (Make a donation)
If you wish to take part in my spiritual journey with me,
Make a donation
please consider making a contribution to my cause or to a charity that supports my faith.
Anything that helps with (Make a donation)
Any form of assistance or support, including financial, would be greatly appreciated on my path towards salvation.
My salvation
I am seeking redemption and salvation through my devotion to Jesus and my spiritual practices.
Smoking for Jesus
My unique form of prayer and devotion involves smoking as a way to connect with God.
Drinking his blood
In addition to smoking, I also symbolically drink the blood of Jesus to deepen my spiritual connection.
Every toxic inch brings me closer to God
Though it may seem harmful or counterintuitive, my use of substances actually helps to deepen my spiritual connection with God.
Contributed by Stella C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
yxtjska frikhuj
are they still active? who are they? I've been listening to them since I was 12. I am 23 now. I don't know anything about them, but I know almost all their songs. They had a great impact on my life.
Lodger
Hi! They're not active, but the lead singer is almost done with a solo album.
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