Resurrection Band, also known as Rez Band or REZ, is one of the best-known … Read Full Bio ↴Resurrection Band, also known as Rez Band or REZ, is one of the best-known and respected Christian rock bands in the history of Contemporary Christian music. It was based out of the Jesus People USA Christian community in Chicago, Illinois, and most of its members continue to be part of that community to this day.

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.

Official website: http://www.resurrectionband.com/

Who's Real Anymore
Resurrection Band Lyrics

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Preachers beggin' on the radio
Makin' pleas on T.V. shows - all right
All I hear is gimme gimme money
Isn't that a little bit funny - all right

I know what you're thinkin'
I know what you're makin' of this
Who's real anymore

People talk about faith and trust
But you can't have it till they see the green stuff
I've seen the shores of many a land but this greed
I still don't understand - all right

I count the cost I don't see no cash
Let's be real is money gonna last - all right
People livin' and dyin' in the streets
You fill your pockets now that's real sweet - all right

I know what you're thinkin'
I know what you're makin' of this

Who's real anymore
Are you real anymore

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Resurrection Band's song Who's Real Anymore speaks about the issue of money and wealth in the context of faith and religion. The opening lines refer to preachers on the radio and TV shows asking for money, which leads the singer to question the authenticity of their message. He also finds it ironic and funny that these preachers who talk about spirituality and faith are so focused on money.

The lyrics go on to address the general attitude towards money and greed in society. The singer questions why people always talk about faith and trust, but their actions suggest that it's all about the "green stuff". He himself has traveled to various lands and seen the effects of greed, but still can't understand it. He wonders if money is really worth the cost and points out the vast difference between those who are struggling to survive on the streets and those who are filling their pockets.

The overall theme of the song is about the authenticity of people's faith and beliefs in the face of a society that places an immense value on wealth and money. It questions whether people are truly sincere in their beliefs or whether it’s more about social status and power.

Line by Line Meaning

Preachers beggin' on the radio
Religious leaders are asking for donations on the radio.

Makin' pleas on T.V. shows - all right
They are also making requests for money on television shows.

All I hear is gimme gimme money
All they seem to be saying is that they want people to give them money.

Isn't that a little bit funny - all right
This seems like a strange thing to be asking for repeatedly.

I know what you're thinkin'
The singer understands what the listeners are likely thinking about this situation.

I know what you're makin' of this
The singer also knows how the listeners are interpreting this religious behavior.

Who's real anymore
The singer is questioning which religious leaders can be truly trusted or considered genuine at this point.

People talk about faith and trust
Many individuals state that having faith and trust is important.

But you can't have it till they see the green stuff
However, these people also seem to require money before they will offer any trust or faith.

I've seen the shores of many a land but this greed
The singer has traveled to many different locations and witnessed a lot of things but is still struck by the amount of greed present in religious communities.

I still don't understand - all right
Despite observing this behavior for some time, the singer still does not comprehend this obsession with money.

I count the cost I don't see no cash
The singer is looking at the expenses involved in religion and not seeing any monetary gain in it.

Let's be real is money gonna last - all right
The singer questions whether focusing solely on accumulating money is truly a lasting and reliable goal.

People livin' and dyin' in the streets
There are many individuals living and dying in poverty and homelessness.

You fill your pockets now that's real sweet - all right
Religious leaders are accumulating wealth while those in need continue to suffer, which seems hypocritical and distasteful.

Are you real anymore
The singer is also questioning whether the listeners themselves still regard religion and faith as authentic and worthwhile, given this corruption and greed.

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