Led by the husband-and-wife team of Glenn and Wendi Kaiser, the band has been the preeminent example of how to evangelize using Christian rock, but the quality musicianship of Resurrection Band has also been a driving force in the development of the Christian music industry at large. Glenn Kaiser also has an established solo career as a blues musican and is also a well-known speaker on various spiritual issues to youth and adults.
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Hotfootin'
Resurrection Band Lyrics
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Wing-tipping, fleet-footing, side-stepping,
Ya gimme all your bad talk, boot-pumping,
Brass button shucking and guffin',
Street corner preach to gum pop jive turkey,
Trotting past that Main Street peep show,
Banana-boat Buick blaring stereo can't drown out where he is saying.
As long as he's got feet, he'll be hotfootin' around.
Sidewalk stomping, quit your cussing,
This is a bee-bopping, kazoo honking, Salvation Army one man band, hammering guitar in his hand,
Look at that dude with the silver boom box and the bad, red baseball cap; he wears it just so,
He'll take your Seiko and sell it back to you, just like that.
Jeremiah, just keep wailing to every junkyard hound,
As long as he's got feet, he'll be hotfootin' around,
Jeremiah, just keep wailing to every junkyard hound,
As long as he's got feet, he'll be hotfootin' around.
"Brothers and sisters," he tells then, "This broad way ain't the way to Heaven,
You're so busy dying, you forget you can be born again,"
"Hey, street preacher, let us be," - he don't pay 'em no mind,
In front of the bail and bond, down any heel-romping mean street,
Dude, you can't keep hustling God, no can do,
That smells about as sweet as rose tattoo.
Jeremiah, just keep wailing to every junkyard hound,
As long as he's got feet, he'll be hotfootin' around,
Jeremiah, just keep wailing to every junkyard hound,
As long as he's got feet, he'll be hotfootin' around.
The lyrics to Resurrection Band's "Hotfootin'" describe a bustling street scene, with people going about their business and the singer, Jeremiah, preaching to anyone who will listen. The language used is rich with slang and colloquialisms, adding to the overall vibe of the piece. The opening lines suggest a hot and hazy summer day, with people hurriedly getting from place to place. The descriptions of wing-tipping, fleet-footing, and side-stepping conjure up images of people moving quickly and gracefully, perhaps dancing or dodging obstacles in the crowded streets.
The lyrics go on to describe Jeremiah's preaching and outreach efforts. He is presented as a passionate and committed evangelist, willing to engage with anyone who crosses his path. His message is one of salvation and redemption, urging listeners to be born again and seek a better path in life. Despite some pushback from those he encounters, Jeremiah remains undaunted and continues to do his work.
Overall, the song portrays a vibrant and sometimes chaotic street scene, with Jeremiah as a steadfast and inspiring figure. The lyrics have a certain energy and rhythm that keeps the listener engaged and interested in what's going on around them.
Line by Line Meaning
Summertime daze through blister street haze
Walking through a hot and hazy summer day on the blistering streets
Wing-tipping, fleet-footing, side-stepping
Dancing and moving quickly with fancy footwork
Ya gimme all your bad talk, boot-pumping
Ignoring negative words and stomping your feet in unison
Brass button shucking and guffin'
Flaunting fancy clothing and acting confident
Street corner preach to gum pop jive turkey
Preaching on the street to people who are not interested
Trotting past that Main Street peep show
Walking quickly past a place with adult entertainment
Banana-boat Buick blaring stereo can't drown out where he is saying
The loud music from a car cannot cover up what he is preaching about
Jeremiah, just keep wailing to every junkyard hound,
Continue preaching to everyone, no matter who they are
As long as he's got feet, he'll be hotfootin' around
As long as he is alive, he will continue to dance and preach
Sidewalk stomping, quit your cussing
Standing up for what you believe in and not using bad language
This is a bee-bopping, kazoo honking, Salvation Army one man band, hammering guitar in his hand
A one-man band playing multiple instruments and spreading a message of hope
Look at that dude with the silver boom box and the bad, red baseball cap; he wears it just so
Observing someone with flashy clothing and a loud accessory
He'll take your Seiko and sell it back to you, just like that
He is smooth and confident, and could even sell your own possessions back to you
"Brothers and sisters," he tells then, "This broad way ain't the way to Heaven, You're so busy dying, you forget you can be born again"
Preaching a message of redemption and encouraging people to live a better life
"Hey, street preacher, let us be," - he don't pay 'em no mind
Ignoring people who are not interested in his message
In front of the bail and bond, down any heel-romping mean street
Preaching on the street in front of a bail bondsman's office and in rough areas
Dude, you can't keep hustling God, no can do
You can't trick or deceive God with your actions
That smells about as sweet as rose tattoo
This type of behavior is not pleasing to God
Contributed by Callie I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
John McGowan
A couple of lyrics changes:
"Banana-boat Buick blaring in stereo can't drown out what he is saying."
"Brothers and sisters he tells them..."