As Liz Wann writes on "Think Christian", the song's theme and where Sia points to is the spiritual death of addiction. The orchestral opening of the song cuts out to short harp strums and cello as Sia’s slow, plodding vocals begin the opening verse. Resembling the mournful sounds of a funeral dirge, the verses speak of the emptiness of “God-shaped holes” and how she tries to fill them with “bottled friends who won’t bring relief,” with parties, and “with mighty weed.”
In the third line of the chorus, Sia might be referring to the 12 steps of recovery in Alcoholics Anonymous. She feels that someone carried her through that process and wept for her.
Jesus Wept
Sia Lyrics
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God shaped hole leaves me empty
Bottled friends won't bring relief
Drown your voice with party
For one and only
For one so lonely
Faith creeps slowly over me
How Jesus wept
He wept as he
Took twelve steps
And carried me
Oh, how he wept
For thee
Resurrection on me
Blunted thorns are soft on skin
Will the weight of life lift me?
Hear the chatter fooling me
Drown your voice with mighty weed
For one and only
For one so lonely
Faith creeps slowly over me
How Jesus wept
He wept as he
Took twelve steps
And carried me
Oh, how he wept
For thee
Resurrection on me
And I felt something light
A fear to abide by
I don't wanna fight
A blinding white light
And I heard a cry
And it was mine
Burning to survive
How Jesus wept
He wept as he
Took twelve steps
And carried me
Oh, how he wept
For thee
How Jesus wept
He wept as he
Took twelve steps
And carried me, yeah
Oh, how he wept
For thee
Resurrection on me
The lyrics to Sia's song "Jesus Wept" are deeply personal and introspective. The first verse describes the search for spiritual solace through religion and ministry, but a sense of emptiness remains despite these efforts. The line "God shaped hole leaves me empty" speaks to a common feeling of inadequacy or incompleteness that people may experience when they feel disconnected from their faith. The reference to "bottled friends" suggests a reliance on temporary distractions or addiction to numb emotional pain.
The second verse continues this theme of seeking relief but feeling stuck in a state of confusion and uncertainty. The line "Blunted thorns are soft on skin" could refer to the numbing effect of drugs or alcohol, but also suggests a hesitant or timid approach to life's challenges. The chatter that "fools" the singer may be negative self-talk or the false promises of superficial pleasures.
The chorus features the repeated line "How Jesus wept" which is a reference to the biblical story of Lazarus. In this story, Jesus weeps at the sight of his friend's death before performing a miracle to bring him back to life. The chorus is a plea for help and redemption, with the singer hoping to be carried by faith as Lazarus was carried by Jesus. The final line "Resurrection on me" suggests a yearning for renewal or rebirth.
Overall, the lyrics to "Jesus Wept" reflect a common human struggle to find meaning and purpose in life, especially in times of despair or uncertainty. The song combines religious imagery with Sia's trademark pop hooks to create a powerful and emotional expression of these themes.
Line by Line Meaning
Save your kin, the pen seeks, ministry
Protect and preserve your family, use the power of writing to find purpose and serve a greater cause
God shaped hole leaves me empty
A longing for something intangible, an ache that can only be filled by faith in a higher power
Bottled friends won't bring relief
Temporary solutions and false connections cannot provide lasting comfort or support
Drown your voice with party
Numb the pain and quiet the doubts with distractions and excess
For one and only
A singular focus on what truly matters
For one so lonely
Acknowledging the feelings of isolation and seeking a sense of belonging
Faith creeps slowly over me
Gradually finding belief and hope in something greater than oneself
How Jesus wept
Expressing deep sorrow and empathy for the struggles of humanity
He wept as he
Even the divine can feel sadness and pain
Took twelve steps
A reference to the 12 steps of addiction recovery, suggesting a need for help and support
And carried me
Offering guidance and compassion
Oh, how he wept
Continuing to express the emotional weight and depth of Jesus' empathy
For thee
For every suffering person, including the singer herself
Resurrection on me
A rebirth and renewal of spirit, possibly inspired by Christ's sacrifice and triumph over death
Blunted thorns are soft on skin
Even what appears dangerous or painful can be made less so by time or perspective
Will the weight of life lift me?
Questioning whether the burden of existence can be lightened or removed
Hear the chatter fooling me
Being swayed by the noise and opinions of others, rather than one's own beliefs
Drown your voice with mighty weed
Suppressing one's inner voice with a powerful distraction or addiction
And I felt something light
A sensation of hope or clarity
A fear to abide by
A sense of trepidation or uncertainty about how to move forward
I don't wanna fight
Resisting the urge to struggle or resist what must be done
A blinding white light
A metaphor for a sudden revelation or spiritual awakening
And I heard a cry
A call to action, possibly from a divine or inner source
And it was mine
Taking ownership of one's emotions and experiences
Burning to survive
A fierce drive to persevere and overcome obstacles
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: SIA FURLER, SAMUEL DIXON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@gabrielreis4774
Say your kin, the pen seeks (ministry)
God shaped hole leaves me empty
Bottled friends won't bring relief
Drown your voice with party
For one and only
For one so lonely
Faith creeps slowly over me
How Jesus wept
He wept as he
Took twelve steps
And carried me
Oh, how he wept
For thee
Resurrection on me
Blunted thorns are soft on skin
Will the weight of life lift me?
Hear the chatter fooling me
Drown your voice with mighty weed
[Pre-Chorus]
For one and only
For one so lonely
Faith creeps slowly over me
How Jesus wept
He wept as he
Took twelve steps
And carried me
Oh, how he wept
For thee
Resurrection on me
And I felt something light
A fear to abide by
I don't wanna fight
A blinding white light
And I heard a cry
And it was mine
Burning to survive
How Jesus wept
He wept as he
Took twelve steps
And carried me
Oh, how he wept
For thee
How Jesus wept
He wept as he
Took twelve steps
And carried me, yeah
Oh, how he wept
For thee
(Resurrection on me)
@Kiyosaki3003
Thank you God for this beautiful and inspiring song in the name of your Son Jesus Amen ✝️🙏 Praise the Lord Hallelujah
@symphor5782
Is this song about our Lord Jesus?
@symphor5782
Sia has a such beautiful voice that was given to her by Jesus my prayer is that one day she start doing worship for Jesus and listening to this song is just a confirmation that God will use her one day for his Glory
@Kiyosaki3003
@@symphor5782 yes bro 🙏🥰
@Vinex-YT
(In the name of God)
Say, “He is God, One, God, the Eternal, He did not beget, nor was He born, and there was no one to stand by Him.”
@wallywilliams4673
Sia is so amazing. Her voice is from another planet
@zeusflores7339
Wally shuaib I bet it's from VENUS because it is BEAUTIFUL!
@lucasanti4578
Yes, like Lana's voice!
@matt_dude2446
Actually it is not interstellar and is very much from planet earth. Unless of course you are on another planet than planet earth at this moment. I would know as I am not an alien haha what a ridicoulos idea but anywaÿ how's it going bro wanna be friends this is my addres: Jupiter.
@tbbt921
Luca Santi Lana's voice is nice but not as stong or accurate as sia