John the revelator
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Tell me who's that writin', John the Revelator
Tell me who's that writin', John the Revelator
Tell me who's that writin', John the Revelator
wrote the book of the seven seals

Who's that writin' (John the Revelator)
Who's that writin' (John the Revelator)
Who's that writin' (John the Revelator)
He wrote the book of the seven seals


(O yes, tell me who's that writin') John the Revelator
(Tell me who's that writin') John the Revelator
(Tell me who's that writin') John the Revelator
wrote the book of the seven seals


Look, God walked down the hill one day
Called Adam by his dame
And Adam wouldn't answer
'cause he was naked and ashamed


(Tell me who's that writin') John the Revelator
(Tell me who's that writin') John the Revelator
(Tell me who's that writin') John the Revelator
wrote the book of the seven seals


You know Christ (Christ) had twelve apostels (spirit willing)
Three he layed away (O but the flesh was weak)
He said watch me while I walked (Ooh)
While I go out and prey


Listen


Well Christ rose on Easter morning (Hallelujah)
Mary mother came down to see (the resurrection)
He said Go and tell my disciples (Ooh)
to meet me in Galilee

Yes

Who's that writin' (John the Revelator)
Who's that writin' (John the Revelator)
Who's that writin' (John the Revelator)
wrote the book of the seven seals
He wrote the book of the seven seals (Ooh)
Yeah, yes he did


Tell me why I'm shouting (John the Revelator)
Tell me why I'm shouting (John the Revelator)
Tell me why I'm shouting (John the Revelator)
(wrote the book of the seven seals)


Tell me what I'm shouting (John the Revelator)
Tell me what I'm shouting (John the Revelator)
Tell me what I'm shouting (John the Revelator)
(wrote the book of the seven seals)


(The revelation of Jesus) You know I thought I was a policeman
(The revelation of Jesus) An officer of the law
(The revelation of Jesus) But then I had a revelation
(The revelation of Jesus) Because of what I saw
(The revelation of Jesus) The air was always so gluemy
(The revelation of Jesus) Every day was dull and grey
(The revelation of Jesus) But now I see very clearly
(The revelation of Jesus) O, o, o, o happy day
(The revelation of Jesus) Jesus
(Jesus) Jesus
(Jesus) Jesus
(Jesus) Jesus
(Jesus) Jesus
(Jesus) My God my God
(Jesus) Jesus
(Jesus) Jesus
(The revelation of Jesus) My my my my my my
(Jesus) My my my my
(Jesus) My my my my my my my my
(Jesus) My my my my my God
(Jesus) Yeah yeah
(Jesus) My my my my my God




(The revelation of Jesus) O...
John the Revelator

Overall Meaning

The song "John the Revelator" is a spiritual song that refers to the biblical figure John of Patmos, also known as John the Revelator, who is believed to have written the Book of Revelation in the New Testament. The lyrics ask who wrote the book of the seven seals, which refers to the Book of Revelation, and answers with the name of John the Revelator. The song then continues with references to Adam and Christ, emphasizing the importance of spiritual revelation and the role of faith in understanding the divine.


The lyrics are symbolic and use biblical imagery to convey a message about finding faith and revelation. The reference to Adam highlights the idea of sin and shame, while Christ's resurrection emphasizes the power of faith and the possibility of salvation. The repetition of the question "Who's that writin', John the Revelator?" emphasizes the importance of the biblical figure and the significance of his writings for understanding the divine.


Overall, the song is a powerful spiritual message that encourages listeners to seek out spiritual revelation and recognize the importance of faith and divine guidance.


Line by Line Meaning

Tell me who's that writin', John the Revelator
Asking for the identity of the author of a religious text


He wrote the book of the seven seals
Attributing the writing of a religious text to John the Revelator


God walked down the hill one day, Called Adam by his dame, And Adam wouldn't answer, 'cause he was naked and ashamed
Telling a story from the Bible about Adam's disobedience and shame


Christ had twelve apostels, Three he layed away, He said watch me while I walked, While I go out and prey
Referencing the story of Jesus and his apostles, with an emphasis on his religious teachings and actions


Mary mother came down to see, He said Go and tell my disciples, to meet me in Galilee
Depicting an event from the Bible where Jesus instructs his mother to tell his disciples to meet him in Galilee


He wrote the book of the seven seals
Reiterating the idea that John the Revelator is the author of a religious text


Tell me why I'm shouting (John the Revelator), (wrote the book of the seven seals)
Questioning the reason for excitement or enthusiasm related to the authorship of a religious text


The revelation of Jesus, But then I had a revelation, Because of what I saw
Describing a personal realization about Jesus and his teachings


Jesus, My God my God
Calling upon the name of Jesus and expressing intense emotion or devotion


My my my my my God
Repeating a phrase to emphasize reverence or awe towards a higher power


O... John the Revelator
Closing the song with a reference to the author of the religious text previously discussed




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@JayWisco

Personally I'm not a man of faith but I cannot deny the greatness of this song

@magnebjrnereim7892

God bless you sir!

@richarddavidhartley373

Gospel Rock n Roll a gift indeed !!!

@ellisjahfinelcraddock

Praise the Lord. 💯😊💯

@tmerriett6892

Gettin' in the aisle, and slippin' a disk for JESUS! SING IT, BROTHER CLEOPHUS!

@jeannieab5218

My favorite by far! I do believe my granny self would throw out my back at a singing like this. Fabulous!

@kingcorville

PRAISE THE LORD FOR THE REVELATION OF JESUS!!!

@SquirtleCODM

Elhamdullillah 😂 Preach son

@rondaallen7211

Praise him even more for the actual birth

@kingcorville

@@rondaallen7211 AMEN!!

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