Many of the Lost Dogs albums include at least one or two cover songs. Songs covered by the Lost Dogs include Bob Dylan's "Lord, Protect My Child," Leonard Cohen's "If It Be Your Will," The Beatles' "I'm A Loser," and Stephen Foster's "Hard Times Come Again No More." They have also recorded a number of Traditional or Gospel standards such as "Dust On The Bible," and "Farther Along."
In March, 2000, shortly after the release of their Gift Horse album, Gene Eugene died in his sleep at The Green Room, his recording studio in Huntington Beach, California.
2003 saw the release of the band's first DVD, Via Chicago, a black and white concert film released by Lo-Fidelity Records. A follow-up DVD, Via Chicago (All We Left Unsaid), containing additional songs from the concert, was released in 2006.
Although the loss of Eugene is noticeable, the remaining three Lost Dogs members continue to tour and record new albums. In 2004, the band got together with longtime friend Steve Hindalong to produce a special album for their summer tour. The result was entitled Mutt, and included new acoustic versions of nine songs originally written and recorded for each band member's regular rock bands, with one new song. The following year, the band would release one of their most unusual recordings to date, the almost entirely instrumental Island Dreams.
The band's most recent project, Old Angel, was released May 2010. The band — including the newest official "dog," drummer Steve Hindalong — once again hit the road for a national tour in support of their new album.
That's Where Jesus Is
Lost Dogs Lyrics
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Not subject to your big debate
Keeps His hands completely off Wall Street
Don't own stocks, bonds or Real Estate
He ain't up droppin' bombs on people
Or workin' on a college degree
He tunes out all them radio blowhards
Can't stand the networks and religious TV
That's Jesus in the homeless faces
With the junkies in their livin' hell
That's Jesus with the drunks and in
The lonely places
The rest homes and prison cells
That's where Jesus is
That's where Jesus is
He don't hug trees or kill 'em
Or drive a particular car
Won't help you write a big hit song
Don't care how good lookin' you are
And Jesus won't be voting
He's not your party crashin' dog in this fight
Not a fan rootin' for your home team
Don't insure that your future is bright
That's Jesus in the homeless faces
With the junkies in their livin' hell
That's Jesus with the drunks and in
The lonely places
The rest homes and prison cells
That's where Jesus is
Where we ought to be
Here's where Jesus works
Inside you and me
With the folks with AIDS
And the suffering kids
That's where Jesus hangs
That's where Jesus is
On the corner 'round the prostitutes
Is where He'll probably show
He gets invited to church sometimes
And sometimes He don't go
Don't care nuthin' about your status
What you can or you can't afford
Don't care if you're voted best actor
Not impressed with your big award
He's not in the five star restaurant
Eating a six course meal
He's not over on some golf course
Discussing the oil deal
He wants our voice (That's where Jesus is)
That's how He talks (That's where Jesus is)
That's how He walks (That's where Jesus is)
And He wants our faith (That's where Jesus is)
But there's never enough
He wants our hearts (That's where Jesus is)
That's how He Loves
That's where Jesus is
That's where Jesus is
That's where Jesus is
In this song, Lost Dogs challenges the conventional image of Jesus as a distant figure in the heavens, watching over humanity with a detached gaze. Instead, the lyrics suggest that Jesus is present in the everyday lives of ordinary people, particularly those who are marginalized or suffering. The song starts by dismissing the idea that Jesus is involved in the halls of power or the machinations of the world's elites, stating that he is "not sittin' up in the White House" or "up droppin' bombs on people." Instead, the song asserts that Jesus is to be found in the most unlikely places, including "the homeless faces," "the drunks," and "the rest homes and prison cells."
The song's central message is that to know where Jesus is, we must look beyond the superficial markers of success and power that the world prizes. Rather, we need to seek him out in the places where people often overlook or dismiss as unimportant. The song invites us to envision a Jesus who is intimately involved in the lives of the suffering, using phrases like "That's where Jesus is/ Where we ought to be," and "Here's where Jesus works/ Inside you and me." The idea is that we need to follow Jesus' example and emulate the compassion and empathy that he showed for the most vulnerable members of society.
Overall, "That's Where Jesus Is" is a powerful reminder that love, mercy, and justice are the hallmarks of Jesus' message, and that we must remain vigilant in our efforts to seek out and serve those who are most in need.
Line by Line Meaning
He's not sittin' up in the White House
Jesus isn't in power in the government, controlling the country.
Not subject to your big debate
People debating about Jesus won't determine what he does or where he is.
Keeps His hands completely off Wall Street
He doesn't care about or interact with the stock market and financial industry.
Don't own stocks, bonds or Real Estate
Jesus doesn't have any financial investments or own any property.
He ain't up droppin' bombs on people
Jesus isn't causing war or violence.
Or workin' on a college degree
Jesus isn't going to school to learn anything new.
He tunes out all them radio blowhards
Jesus doesn't listen to people who talk loudly on the radio or TV.
Can't stand the networks and religious TV
Jesus doesn't like TV shows about religion and spirituality.
That's Jesus in the homeless faces
When you see someone who doesn't have shelter or a home, that's where Jesus can be found.
With the junkies in their livin' hell
Jesus is with people who are addicted to drugs and who feel like they're living in a nightmare.
That's Jesus with the drunks and in
People who are drunk and struggling with addiction can meet Jesus in their time of need.
The lonely places
When someone is isolated and has no one to turn to, Jesus can be there with them.
The rest homes and prison cells
Even people in nursing homes and in jail can find Jesus with them in their struggles.
That's where Jesus is
The true essence of Jesus can be found in these people and places, not in the traditional religious or political establishments.
He don't hug trees or kill 'em
Jesus doesn't care about the environment one way or another.
Or drive a particular car
Jesus doesn't have any preference or opinion about cars.
Won't help you write a big hit song
Jesus isn't going to help someone write a popular or successful song.
Don't care how good lookin' you are
Jesus doesn't judge based on looks or appearance.
And Jesus won't be voting
Jesus doesn't participate in politics or the Election process.
He's not your party crashin' dog in this fight
Jesus isn't loyal to any political party or faction.
Not a fan rootin' for your home team
Jesus doesn't have any loyalty or preference for sports teams or organizations.
Don't insure that your future is bright
Jesus isn't going to guarantee that your future will be successful or happy.
Where we ought to be
We should be in these same places and with these same people as Jesus is.
Here's where Jesus works
These places and these people are where Jesus operates and does his work.
Inside you and me
Jesus can be found inside everyone, just like how he can be found in these people and places.
With the folks with AIDS
Jesus is with people who have AIDS and who are struggling with their health.
And the suffering kids
Jesus can be found in children who are undergoing hardship and pain.
On the corner 'round the prostitutes
Jesus can be found with people who are in the business of selling sex, often in dangerous conditions.
Is where He'll probably show
These people are often the most in need of love and support, and Jesus will likely be there for them more often.
He gets invited to church sometimes
Although Jesus is known for being a religious figure, he doesn't always attend formal worship services.
And sometimes He don't go
Just because there is a religious service happening doesn't mean Jesus will be there for it.
Don't care nuthin' about your status
Jesus doesn't judge or care about someone's social status, wealth, or perceived importance.
What you can or you can't afford
Jesus doesn't have any interest in someone's financial ability or in how much money they have.
Don't care if you're voted best actor
Jesus doesn't care about fame, achievements or accolades that people receive.
Not impressed with your big award
Jesus isn't swayed or impressed by recognition or awards that people receive.
He wants our voice (That's where Jesus is)
Jesus wants people to speak up for what's right and to advocate for those who are struggling.
That's how He talks (That's where Jesus is)
By speaking up for those in need, people can hear the voice of Jesus and his message.
That's how He walks (That's where Jesus is)
Jesus can be seen walking with those in need when people make an effort to help them.
And He wants our faith (That's where Jesus is)
Jesus wants people to have faith that he will be there to support them, and to trust in the message of love and compassion that he espouses.
But there's never enough
No matter how much faith someone has, there is always the potential for more growth and development.
He wants our hearts (That's where Jesus is)
Jesus wants people to have love and compassion in their hearts, and to apply that to how they treat others.
That's how He Loves
The love that Jesus has for people is manifested in how people treat and care for one another.
That's where Jesus is
Where there is love, compassion, and a dedication to helping those in need, Jesus can be found.
That's where Jesus is
This is repeated to emphasize the true message of the song that Jesus can be found among those in need, and not in power structures or flashy institutions.
That's where Jesus is
This is repeated again to emphasize the central theme of the song and the idea that wherever there is love and compassion, that is where Jesus can be found.
Contributed by Joseph S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ricdiehl5466
Whatever you've done to the least of these.... You've done unto me!!!!!!! AWESOME!!!!!! That is definitely where Jesus is!!!! Love the line" He gets invited to church sometimes..... But sometimes he don't go!" That line speaks a plethora of volumes!!!!
@ratpackhipster1
Been a Terry T. and his various band incarnations fan since 1979. Another tremendous, powerful song from the guys.
@dcbilly6334
Awesome meaning to Our Savior Jesus Christ. The Alpha, Omega, The Beginning and the End. Praise Him, Amen.....
@joelinville381
Mike Roe, still the best. He couldn't lie in his lyrics if you held a gun to his head. It's the reason he never got played on alleged Christian radio.
@chetstevens4583
um lyrics were by Terry
@kashtoncole9609
instablaster...
@reepacheirpfirewalker8629
This is so cool, the Traveling Wilburrys of Christian Alternative music. Thanks guys
@kassandrabowman1608
Reepacheirp firewalker exactly
@outoftexasRev7v9
I was thinking just that!!!
@jaredst.martinbrown8009
One of my favorite songs!