1. An alternative ro… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least five artists which use this name
1. An alternative rock band from the United Kingdom
2. A blues/psychedelic rock band from South Pekin, Illinois
3. A roots-indie rock band from the United States
4. A country trio from the United States
5. A pre-punk band from Sussex, England
1. The Farm are an alternative rock band which formed in Liverpool, England in 1984 and now continue to tour both as The Farm, and as part of The Justice Tonight band. Their album Spartacus stormed to number one in the UK albums chart when it was released in April 1991. The band are seen to be influenced by the Madchester movement, although they had existed for several years before the creation of the genre. The band split in 1996 and reunited in 2004
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2. Farm is a blues/psychedelic rock band from South Pekin, Illinois. Their only LP is the self-titled Farm, released in 1971 and reissued in 2013. The sextet consists of Jim Elwyn (vocals, bass), Steve Evanchik (percussion, harmonica), Gary Gordon (vocals, guitar), Roger Greenwalt (keyboards), Del Herbert (guitar), and Mike Young (drums).
3. Farm is a band from Enosburg Falls, Vermont that plays rootsy indie rock. They have self-released a double album called "Gray Birds".
4. The Farm is an American country music trio consisting of Nick Hoffman (vocals, fiddle), Damien Horne (vocals, keyboard, guitar) and Krista Marie (vocals, guitar). Signed to All In Records in association with Elektra Records and New Revolution, the trio has released the single "Home Sweet Home", which has charted on Hot Country Songs. Horne is a former member of John Rich's songwriting group MuzikMafia, while Marie is a former solo artist for Broken Bow Records and Hoffman plays fiddle in Kenny Chesney's road band. The three met during a songwriting session which included former Western Flyer member Danny Myrick, who also became the group's producer.
5. Not much is known about the band who appeared on the Spark label in 1974 called The Farm except that they did indeed live on a farm, in East Hoathley in Sussex - although the decidedly non-PC "Fat Judy" sounds as though they should have been living nearer to Canvey Island. The line-up consisted of vocalist Bob Brett, guitarists Norman Ley and Alan Davies, bassist Graham Thatcher and drummer Dick Gardiner. - from the notes to "Glitterbest" CD compilation (Phil King)
Messiah
The Farm Lyrics
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With a Bible and a gun and hatred in his eyes
So everbody's looking for a reason to be
Watcher of the skies
You had no reason
You had no reason
No reason for me
No reason for reason
(He's the watcher of the skies)
No reason for me
(Cross my heart and hope to die)
No reason for reason
(Cross my heart and hope to, hope to)
Our father who art in heaven
Comin' over on a 747
Our father who art in heaven
Bank accounts in seven heaven
Never trust a man who's after all your money
Never trust a prophet who's always in a hurry
Designer suits and his mirrored shades
Watcher of the skies
You had no reason
You had no reason
No reason for me
(Cross my heart and hope to die)
No reason for reason
(He's the watcher of the skies)
No reason for me
(Cross my hear and hope to die)
No reason for reason
(Cross my heart and hope to, hope to)
Our father who art in heaven
Comin' over on a 747
Our father who art in heaven
Bank accounts in seven heaven
He loves fast cars
He loves freaky women
Most of all he loves Armageddon
He loves fast cars
He loves freaky women
Most of all, most of all
He loves Armageddon
Armageddon
Armageddon
Armageddon
Fast cars, freaky women
Fast cars, freaky women
Here today and gone tomorrow
Here today and gone tomorrow
Our father who art in heaven
Comin' over on a 747
Our father who art in heaven
Bank accounts in seven heaven
He loves fast cars
He loves freaky women
Most of all he loves Armageddon
He loves fast cars
He loves freaky women
Most of all, most of all
He loves Armageddon
Shine on, shine on sweet [?]
Shine on, shine on sweet [?]
Shine on, shine on sweet [?]
Shine on, shine on sweet [?]
Shine on, shine on, shine on, shine on
Shine on, shine on sweet [?]
Shine on, shine on, shine on, shine on
Shine on, shine on sweet [?]
The Farm's song "Messiah" expresses skepticism and distrust towards religious figures who seem more interested in money and power than in actual faith. In the first verse, the lyrics caution against men who claim to speak for God, yet carry guns and harbor hatred in their eyes. The notion that this type of person has "no reason" for the singer's trust is repeated multiple times throughout the song, emphasizing the layers of mistrust and disillusionment.
The chorus switches to a parody of the Lord's prayer, with lyrics like "Our father who art in heaven, comin' over on a 747 / Our father who art in heaven, bank accounts in seven heaven." This implies that religious organizations have become more like corporations, focused on accumulating wealth and promoting themselves rather than serving a higher purpose.
The verses following the chorus continue the theme of mistrust, this time focusing on prophets who seem more interested in personal gain than spiritual enlightenment. The final verse repeats lines about fast cars and freaky women, emphasizing the idea that these religious figures are often hypocritical and self-serving.
Overall, "Messiah" showcases a disillusioned and skeptical view of organized religion, suggesting that the people in charge may be more concerned with earthly matters than divine ones.
Line by Line Meaning
Never trust a man who's god is in the skies
Do not rely on someone whose only support or guidance comes from a deity.
With a Bible and a gun and hatred in his eyes
Be wary of those who use religious scripture to justify violence and harbor ill-will.
So everbody's looking for a reason to be
Everyone is seeking a purpose or motive for their actions and beliefs.
Watcher of the skies
Refers to a deity or someone who thinks they are all-knowing and powerful.
You had no reason
There was no rational explanation or justification for what you did or said.
No reason for me
Your actions or beliefs had no positive effect on me or my life.
(Cross my heart and hope to die)
An oath or promise that one takes very seriously and will honor at all costs.
No reason for reason
There was no logical or sensible explanation for what happened.
(He's the watcher of the skies)
Similar to the previous 'watcher of the skies' line, refers to a deity or self-proclaimed powerful figure.
Our father who art in heaven
Quoting the beginning of the Lord's Prayer, acknowledging a higher power.
Comin' over on a 747
Suggesting that even God has adapted to modern technology and is able to travel by plane.
Bank accounts in seven heaven
A play on words, referring to the concept of multiple levels of heaven, yet also a nod to materialism and greed.
Never trust a man who's after all your money
Do not trust those whose motivations are purely monetary or self-serving.
Never trust a prophet who's always in a hurry
Be wary of those who are constantly rushing to make prophecies or predictions without thorough thought or research.
Designer suits and his mirrored shades
Describing the lavish appearance of a religious figure who may only care about personal wealth and status.
He loves fast cars
A reference to a deity or powerful figure with a materialistic and superficial focus.
He loves freaky women
Further emphasizing the lustful, hedonistic desires of the aforementioned deity.
Most of all he loves Armageddon
The ultimate goal or desire of this deity is the apocalypse, showing a destructive and nihilistic focus.
Fast cars, freaky women
Reiterating the hedonistic nature of this deity's desires.
Here today and gone tomorrow
Acknowledging the fleeting nature of life, possibly emphasizing the futility of focusing solely on materialistic pleasures.
Shine on, shine on sweet [?]
Repeating a phrase of hope or positivity, although with an unclear reference to what exactly is shining.
Writer(s): Keith Mullin, Peter Hooton, Stephen Grimes
Contributed by Connor J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@mogrieve1402
Saw the farm in Lawrence Kansas. Drummer barely made it to the show 🤣 Great Show tho!
@APO16
14 years ago Wow, just saw the link on Twitter
@Bashey63
just watching this over and over and over again.....still a brilliant video and excellent tune ! I gather its Formby point/pinewoods in the video, but where was the concert scene filmed ???
@nikbattaglia6289
By the way I love this song totally! :-) Damn great band! :-)
@RadioDonNowhere
Es radio doble 9!!!
@lawrysimm
OMG thanks for sharing. Absolutely loved this song (still do) - was on the shoot at the time (can't see myself in the vid though). Brings back great memories :-)
@veronical.lianmaseras4543
Dreadful and embarrassing song and video, you people need hurting.
@calmster
@@veronical.lianmaseras4543 you need hurting ya stupid mug.
@veronical.lianmaseras4543
@@calmster Stupid band and stupid fans Go and hurt your boyfriend, wanker!
@calmster
@@veronical.lianmaseras4543 ooh you're hard.