12. That Green Jesus
Mr. Natural Lyrics
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That green Jesus
You got to be insane
You got to be insane
You got to be insane
If you think this is a nation
If you think this is a nation
Yeah
Wha' you wan'
Yeah
Wha' you wan'
Figured out, not copied, it was easy
The song "That Green Jesus" by Mr. Natural is a rebellious and thought-provoking piece of music. The first two lines, "That green Jesus, that green Jesus," can be interpreted in several ways. It could be seen as a reference to marijuana or any other addictive substance that people worship and rely on. The repetition of the line emphasizes the importance of this "green Jesus."
The next lines of the song express disillusionment with the idea of a nation. The repetition of "you got to be insane" emphasizes the absurdity of nationalism and how people blindly follow their country without questioning its actions. The lines "Wha' you wan'" can be seen as a call to action, asking the listener what they want to do about this flawed system.
Overall, the song seems to be a call for change and an end to blind faith in harmful systems. The use of provocative lyrics and repetition make it a powerful and thought-provoking piece of music.
Line by Line Meaning
That green Jesus
The obsession with money and material possessions has become a religion.
You got to be insane
It is crazy and unrealistic to believe in the concept of a nation and its supposed values and ideals.
If you think this is a nation
Believing in the idea of a nation and its superiority is a delusion.
Yeah
Expression of agreement or acknowledgement.
Wha' you wan'
What do you want or need?
Figured out, not copied, it was easy
These insights were not simply taken from others; they were thoughtfully considered and arrived at with ease.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: AARON GILBERT
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