Eating
Rescue Lyrics


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Haven't you ever even thought to question what you do?
You'd rather eat the truth and smile
How can I make you understand?
You'll never understand
With you it's "normal over natural"
Now the tables are turning about the room
And it's sink or swim
They will let you drown
So why don't you sit and think about who
Will come to your rescue when your head is underwater?
Because I can't
I cannot even comprehend how you take the things that they've said
And carve your bedtime-story morals
How can you enjoy the fruits of your labor
When you're as dead as the carcass you consume?




The household you've abused
But who am I to assume the worst?

Overall Meaning

In the song "Eating Jesus" by Rescue, the lyrics are an introspective commentary on society's disregard for the consequences of their actions. The opening line, "Haven't you ever even thought to question what you do?" speaks to the lack of critical thinking that often accompanies conformity. The line "You'd rather eat the truth and smile" points to the idea that people want an easy, digestible version of reality that they can consume without much thought, even if it means ignoring uncomfortable truths.


The song then drives home the point that people are ultimately responsible for their own actions and decisions, with the line "Now the tables are turning about the room, and it's sink or swim. They will let you drown." This can be interpreted as a warning that if people continue to ignore the consequences of their actions, they will ultimately suffer for it.


The song ends with the question "Who will come to your rescue when your head is underwater?" This is a powerful message about the need to take full responsibility for one's actions and not rely on others to save them from the consequences.


Overall, "Eating Jesus" is a complex song that encourages listeners to question their own beliefs and actions, and to take responsibility for their impact on the world.


Line by Line Meaning

Haven't you ever even thought to question what you do?
Have you never stopped to reconsider your actions?


You'd rather eat the truth and smile
You prefer to ignore reality and pretend everything is fine


How can I make you understand?
I am unable to make you comprehend


You'll never understand
You are not capable of grasping this truth


With you it's 'normal over natural'
You prioritize conventionality above all else


Now the tables are turning about the room
The situation is changing rapidly


And it's sink or swim
You will need to adapt to survive


They will let you drown
Others will not come to your rescue


So why don't you sit and think about who
Take some time to consider who would be there for you


Will come to your rescue when your head is underwater?
Who will support you during your times of need?


Because I can't
I am not capable of providing this support


I cannot even comprehend how you take the things that they've said
I do not understand how you internalize harmful statements from others


And carve your bedtime-story morals
You mold your sense of right and wrong based on simple, childish stories


How can you enjoy the fruits of your labor
How can you derive pleasure from your work


When you're as dead as the carcass you consume?
When you are just as lifeless as the animals you eat


The household you've abused
The home you have damaged through your actions


But who am I to assume the worst?
However, it is not my place to make negative judgments about you




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Comments from YouTube:

nosteponsnek

My worst fear is sitting at a restaurant being halfway through my meal and seeing Jon Taffer or Gordon Ramsay storm through the doors, might as well spit the food out right then and there.

Jay Perez

Exactly!

Georgia Native Atlanta

Hey you spit out that bloody burger it's undercooked

Expozed

@Georgia Native Atlanta you’re not funny

ppo190

That is my DREAM. I want to see him go wild in person

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CampTUBE 🏕

Taffer and Ramsay need a series. John does the bar, Gordon does the food. Omfg how good would it be.

Donar Thiazi

No, because you would have two VERY strong personalities under one roof... it could get really ugly.
Wait a second, DAMN RIGHT I want to see this!!!

Marleyjr00X

Abso-fukin-lutely

D Jones

At least Gordon is somewhat personable, he comes in greets everyone and everything starts off fairly decent, this Taffer guy just comes in and starts ripping new a-holes left and right

The paranormal Attractions

@D Jones as god intended

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