Originally from Grand Rapids, Michigan - now living in Los Angeles.
Shot Down
Michael Anderson Lyrics
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Some people scandalize my name,
But here I am, talkin' 'bout Jesus just the same.
I've been knocked down, kicked around
But like a moth drawn to the flame,
Here I am, talkin' 'bout Jesus just the same.
For the songs I've written and the life I've led.
They say they don't understand me, well I'm not surprised,
Because you can't see nothing when you close your eyes.
They say I'm sinful, backslidden,
That I have left to follow fame.
But here I am, talkin' 'bout Jesus just the same.
You wanna talk about my life, hey listen to me,
You got your facts all backwards, one two three
Spreading rumors and gossip is a real bad game
The only name to spread is Jesus' name,
I've been knocked down, kicked around
But like a moth drawn to the flame,
Here I am, talkin' 'bout Jesus brother,
Here I am, talkin' 'bout Jesus sister,
Here I am, talkin' 'bout Jesus just the same
The lyrics of Michael Anderson's song Shot Down speak of a person who has faced criticism, scandal, and defamation yet remains resolute in their faith and stands to talk about Jesus. The lyrics suggest that people have tried to bring the singer down by scandalizing their name and talking about their life, but despite that, the singer is unwavering in their commitment to Jesus.
The song's opening lines "I've been shot down, talked about, some people scandalize my name" set the tone for the whole song, with the singer acknowledging that they have faced negative comments and rumors about themselves. But what matters the most to them is sharing their faith in Jesus, "Here I am, talkin' 'bout Jesus just the same."
The lyrics also challenge the listeners to not believe in rumors and negative comments about people, as it only leads to spreading more gossip and rumors. Instead, they encourage people to share the name of Jesus, who is the only spreading worthy name.
This song is a testament to the power of belief and the ability to stay strong when things get tough. The lyrics talk about how the singer has been knocked down and kicked around, but their faith in Jesus is what helps them stand up again.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been shot down, talked about
People have spread rumors and scandalized my name.
But here I am, talkin' 'bout Jesus just the same.
Despite the rumors, I am still spreading the message of Jesus.
I've been knocked down, kicked around
I have faced many obstacles and struggles.
But like a moth drawn to the flame,
Despite the struggles, I am still drawn to spreading Jesus' message.
I've been rebuked for the things I've said,
I have been criticized for my words.
For the songs I've written and the life I've led.
Criticism extends to my creative work and personal life.
They say they don't understand me, well I'm not surprised,
I am not surprised because they refuse to see the truth.
Because you can't see nothing when you close your eyes.
If you refuse to open your eyes, you won't see the truth.
They say I'm sinful, backslidden,
They accuse me of straying from the path of righteousness.
That I have left to follow fame.
They claim that I have abandoned my faith for fame.
You wanna talk about my life, hey listen to me,
If you want to know about my life, then listen to my perspective.
You got your facts all backwards, one two three
You have misunderstood the truth; your information is all wrong.
Spreading rumors and gossip is a real bad game
Gossiping and spreading rumors is harmful and unacceptable.
The only name to spread is Jesus' name,
The only message worth spreading is that of Jesus.
Here I am, talkin' 'bout Jesus brother,
I am here, spreading Jesus' message to all.
Here I am, talkin' 'bout Jesus sister,
I am here, spreading Jesus' message to all.
Here I am, talkin' 'bout Jesus just the same.
Through all the struggles and criticism, I am still spreading Jesus' message.
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