John the Revelator
The Growl Lyrics
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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 God walked down in the cool of the day
Called Adam by his name
But Adam refused to answer
So 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
Well, Christ had twelve apostles
And three he led away
He said, "Watch with me one hour,
'till I go yonder and pray."
So 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
So 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
So 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
The Growl's song "John the Revelator" is a bluesy, gospel-inspired anthem that takes its inspiration from the Biblical figure of John the Revelator. The song opens with the repeated refrain, "Tell me who's that writin', John the Revelator," which establishes the theme of the song as an exploration of the figure of John and his role in the Christian faith. The lyrics go on to describe God's encounter with Adam in the Garden of Eden, and the shame that led Adam to refuse to answer God's call. This reference to the Book of Genesis sets the stage for the song's larger themes of sin and redemption.
The song also references Jesus' twelve apostles, and his request that they stay awake and keep watch with him as he prays in the Garden of Gethsemane. Three of the apostles fall asleep, illustrating the human weakness that John the Revelator seeks to overcome. Ultimately, the song emphasizes the importance of the book of the seven seals, which John is said to have written while in exile on the island of Patmos.
In summary, "John the Revelator" is a blues-infused exploration of the Biblical figure of John, and the themes of sin, redemption, and human weakness that he embodies.
Line by Line Meaning
So tell me Who's that writin'? John the Revelator
Asking about the author of the book of the seven seals, which is believed to be written by John the Revelator.
Wrote the book of the seven seals
Referring to the authorship of the book of the seven seals, believed to be written by John the Revelator.
You know God walked down in the cool of the day
Describing God's presence in the Garden of Eden.
Called Adam by his name
God called Adam by his name, indicating a personal relationship between them.
But Adam refused to answer
Adam was hiding from God, feeling ashamed and guilty of his sin.
Because he's naked and ashamed
Adam was ashamed of his nakedness and sin, feeling vulnerable and exposed.
Well, Christ had twelve apostles
Referring to Jesus and his twelve disciples who followed him.
And three he led away
Jesus took three of his disciples with him to pray in the garden of Gethsemane.
He said, "Watch with me one hour,
Jesus asked his disciples to stay awake and pray with him for one hour.
'till I go yonder and pray."
Jesus went away to pray, asking his disciples to keep watch while he did.
Contributed by Kayla K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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