"There is always some madness in love. But there is also always some reason… Read Full Bio ↴"There is always some madness in love. But there is also always some reason in madness."
- Friedrich Nietzsche

If you don't know how Joe Fox feels about you or anything else for that matter, you haven't listened closely enough. He'll tell you anything you need to know with ease, albeit in a quiet, no-nonsense manner. You'll know if he loves you or not, what else he loves or hates, and why, if you listen. Joe Fox as you hear him now began about five years ago when he was twenty years old. His collection of instruments consists of guitars, bass, his voice, and a plethora of synthesizers and weird little boxes that hum, buzz and control each other. Given his love of bands like Air and Blonde Redhead, the variety of tools he chose to wield makes perfect sense.

Speaking of electronics: a synth has never sounded so expressive as it has in his songs. 'A' synth? No - I should comment upon the plurality of devices which you will hear....each, like a traveller from a unique, remote crevasse or wrinkle of the globe, stepping up and telling his or her part of the story. The guitars, too, add a sort of urgent narrative.... as if the flesh pressing tightly-wound metal against stained wood knows this isn't possible forever. His vocals, as well, speak with a contempt of his own humanity but a soaring love for all that makes him human. The traces of this human frailty you might pick up from his voice belie his knack for pronounced emotional clarity; you'll never be confused as to how to feel, if you really listen.

Inspired directly by a tragically intense best friend back in the school days, Joe became interested in writing & recording at the age of fourteen. His musical and thematic inspiration could safely be attributed to his family thus: his mother (a teacher of middle eastern music and dance and former pianist) and his father (well-versed in the blues) left many instruments available as precursory playthings to a developing musical personality. He was also most certainly influenced by his sister's musical tastes of the Reagan era, such as the Cure, Devo, & The Talking Heads. Speaking of influences, I feel as if I should mention this: Joe's music and friendship has made probably the most direct and personal effect upon my own tinkering with electronic music and home recording that I can recall.

What you might not find out, however, if your dialogue with him was a bit brief, is that he makes music. Praise be to the attenuation (or volume control) of modern and not-so-modern electronics. Whereas when in person you might be prone to lean in to catch every word, here ... a quick clockwise motion is all that's necessary. This is something you will want to do. You'll probably also feel like moving around quite a bit.

-Ryan Hampton

(for more info, music, photos, etc. go here: http://jfox.raygunarmy.com/)

Like Jesus
joe fox Lyrics

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Mama said boy you need to keep the faith,
Stay strong, even when it sleeps away.
Stay wise while you younger, hold on to the hunger, broken every psrt of me is you
I cant fake it like I just to do. And the words try to push me down when to the ground.
But im back like jesus im reserected im mis reserected. Oh im back, like jesus oh im reserected im rederected.
One day all of this will have its end
Will se laughter in the sky again watch out whos is worth you couse they all gona hurt you.
Mama, said boy you need to keept the faith,

Stay strong, even when it sleeps away,
Stay strong to the cold and rain

And let go of your pain
And im back, like jesus

Overall Meaning

Joe Fox's song Like Jesus is a powerful anthem about resilience, strength, and faith. The lyrics begin with the singer's mother advising him to keep the faith and stay strong, even when it feels like everything is falling apart. He is encouraged to stay wise and hungry, clinging to the parts of himself that are still intact, even in the face of adversity. He acknowledges that it's not easy and that the words of others can push him to the ground, but he's back and resorted even stronger than before. The repetition of "like Jesus" throughout the chorus reinforces the idea of rising up and overcoming obstacles, just as Jesus resurrected from the dead.

The second verse of the song continues the theme of perseverance, reminding us that one day all of this will come to an end but we will find joy again. The singer warns us to be careful of those who will inevitably hurt us, but to keep the faith and remain strong even in the face of betrayal. The reminder from his mother to keep the faith is repeated again, this time with a specific call to let go of pain.

Overall, Like Jesus is an inspirational song that speaks to the human experience of struggle and triumph. It acknowledges the difficulties of life but encourages us to find strength in our faith and resilience in our spirit. The repeated references to Jesus make this a particularly powerful anthem for Christians who find inspiration in Christ's resurrection as a symbol of hope and renewal.

Line by Line Meaning

Mama said boy you need to keep the faith,
My mother taught me the importance of faith and strength, even during tough times.

Stay strong, even when it sleeps away.
Keep your strength and faith alive, even when it seems as though it's gone.

Stay wise while you younger, hold on to the hunger, broken every psrt of me is you
Be smart and hold onto your ambitions, even when faced with obstacles. You have helped me mend my broken parts.

I cant fake it like I just to do. And the words try to push me down when to the ground.
I can no longer pretend to be someone I'm not. Negative words and actions attempt to bring me down.

But im back like jesus im reserected im mis reserected.
Despite trying circumstances, I am back and stronger than ever, much like the resurrection of Jesus.

Oh im back, like jesus oh im reserected im rederected.
Again, I am back and renewed, just as Jesus rose from the dead and had a new direction in life.

One day all of this will have its end
Time eventually comes to an end.

Will se laughter in the sky again watch out whos is worth you couse they all gona hurt you.
Eventually, happiness will return, but be cautious of who you allow in your life because they will inevitably cause you pain.

Stay strong to the cold and rain
Keep your strength during tough times and don't let obstacles affect you.

And let go of your pain
Release the negative feelings that weigh you down.

And im back, like jesus
Once again, I am stronger and more resilient than ever before, like the resurrection of Jesus.

Contributed by Isaac H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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