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Tori Amos — God
Album: Under The Pink
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Released: 1994
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God sometimes you just don't come through
God sometimes you just don't come through
Do you need a woman to look after you?
God sometimes you just don't come through

You make pretty daisies, pretty daisies, love
(Come down and tell me what you mean now)
I got to find, find, find what you're doing about things here
(Inside, inside, what you doing?)
A few witches burning, gets a little toasty
(Hey, what do you know? What do you know?)
I got to find, find, find why you always go when the wind blows

God sometimes you just don't come through
God sometimes you just don't come through, babe
Do you need a woman to look after you?
God sometimes you just don't come through

Well, tell me you're crazy, maybe then I'll understand
(Come down and tell me what you mean now)
You got your nine iron in the back seat just in case
(Inside, inside, what you doing?)
Well, heard you've gone south, well, babe, you love your new four wheel
(Hey, what do you know? What do you know?)
I got to find, find, find why you always go when the wind blows

Give not thy strength unto women
Nor thy ways to that which destroyeth kings (Proverbs 31:3)

Will you even tell her if you decide to make the sky fall
Will you even tell her if you decide to make the sky

God sometimes you just don't come through
God sometimes you just don't come through, babe
Do you need a woman to look after you?
God sometimes you just don't come through
Do you need a woman to look after you?
God sometimes you just don't come through
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 ckcotton wrote:

Had to check to make sure I had already rated this a 1

Tori can't spell or sing.... And is a big reason I turn off RP almost every day when hr "music" comes on.... Just terrible



The irony of a poster who cannot spell "her" accusing Tori of being unable to spell.
Posted 1 year ago by Edweirdo    [ Reply ]
I can't help it - every time a Tori Amos tune gets played on RP, I look over at the song artist expecting to see Alanis Morisette's name.  I like songs by both artists, but can't truthfully state I "love" any song by either artist. (ie. have yet to download any of their music).
BUT I'm glad Tori Amos gets her music played on RP - that's what makes it such a great eclectic station, and why I donate monthly.  Thanks Bill and Rebecca!
Posted 1 year ago by dandueck07    [ Reply ]
Once again Haters from 9 years ago… you are SO dumb.
Posted 1 year ago by tm    [ Reply ]
For the love of god, Bill, will you PLEASE stop playing all this good music one song after another?!? I'm trying to work and finding it impossible this Thursday afternoon!
Posted 1 year ago by mbolch30307    [ Reply ]
People always feel strongly about Tori.  I will ALWAYS hit the NEXT TRACK button, but I'm happy for those who love her music.  RP is always playing stuff I love that people trash in the comments.
Posted 1 year ago by 1902canoe    [ Reply ]
This song is what turned me on to Tori Amos back in the day.
I bought this album, and then Little Earthquakes.  I can't decide which of the two is better, but they seem to be the best of all her albums.
Posted 2 years ago by bc    [ Reply ]
Love Tori...but not on this song.  What was her producer thinking when that guitar was allowed to intro?
Posted 10 years ago by ScottN    [ Reply ]
And on the eighth day, God created the PSD button.
Posted 10 years ago by On_The_Beach    [ Reply ]
Had to check to make sure I had already rated this a 1


Tori can't spell or sing.... And is a big reason I turn off RP almost every day when her "music" comes on.... Just terrible



Posted 11 years ago by ckcotton    [ Reply ]
{#Stop}
Posted 11 years ago by oldfart48    [ Reply ]
 Biscobret wrote:
I almost don't hate this song.

 
{#Lol}
Posted 11 years ago by mmoyer    [ Reply ]
I almost don't hate this song.
Posted 11 years ago by Biscobret    [ Reply ]
Is that... Anthony Weiner?

 (former member) wrote:
We be dancing...  love it...

 

 


Posted 11 years ago by MassivRuss    [ Reply ]
 lmic wrote:

Thomas Jefferson was a Christian. He just didn't believe in the hoo-doo voo-doo version.


  Since all religion is hoo-doo voo-doo, a christian who doesn't believe is....come on, you can say it....an atheist.



Posted 11 years ago by anotherlistener    [ Reply ]
Most excellent tune, excellent album!
Posted 11 years ago by aspicer    [ Reply ]
Good stuff from a goddess! So good in concert.
Posted 11 years ago by Curley24    [ Reply ]

Everybody in my church loves this groovy song...
 
Posted 11 years ago by Lazarus    [ Reply ]
God. She should shut up. 
Music is great though. And, this DOES rise above her usual psychotic repressed feminist drivel. 
Posted 11 years ago by Jelani    [ Reply ]
normally i hate her. something must be wrong with me today. i'm enjoying this one.
i've never, ever said that. someone call the parimedics...
Posted 12 years ago by lily34    [ Reply ]
It's just way to early....
Posted 12 years ago by shellbella    [ Reply ]
Sounds like a porn soundtrack......too much breathy, over-exaggeration going on with the lyrics.

Never been a fan of Ms. Amos. {#No} 
Posted 12 years ago by d48m02h1918    [ Reply ]
You were on such a roll this morning... then the wheels fell off.... {#Stop}
Posted 12 years ago by shellbella    [ Reply ]
Before RP I new little about this artist. I must say I'm impressed with most of her tunes.

I find her material eclectic & sophisticated. Very refreshing indeed!
Posted 12 years ago by Rockit    [ Reply ]
{#Puke}...{#Mrgreen}
Posted 12 years ago by HazzeSwede    [ Reply ]
Hell yeah!
Posted 12 years ago by bluecshells    [ Reply ]
Tori, you always come through! Love you!
Posted 12 years ago by hippiechick    [ Reply ]
 mread wrote:

Nope.  Depends on your definition of "nuts" — by today's standards they themselves would be the nuts.  What are they teaching in school these days?

 
Ummm...  facts?

I come from a long line of teachers (and I would have been one myself, but I prefer to focus on the me good and leave the greater good to someone with more patience), and I can tell you that the teachers only teach what is true, proven, and required by the state that they teach in.  Now if some of the state requirements are complete BS (intelligent design anyone?), that's the fault of the elected state government.

Posted 13 years ago by Byronape    [ Reply ]
I sense a killer set coming on...started with Question-Moody Blues...and this oh yes

SO SPOT ON!!!!!!! 
Posted 13 years ago by Shesdifferent    [ Reply ]
Seriously playful.
Posted 13 years ago by colt4x5    [ Reply ]
"Do you need a woman to look after you?"  Now that's funny!
Posted 13 years ago by GT66    [ Reply ]
Perfect Easter song.
Posted 13 years ago by AcesUp    [ Reply ]

Posted 13 years ago by Mandible    [ Reply ]
Question  —>   God

Hmmm, interesting and clever playlist Bill.

{#Question} 
Posted 13 years ago by panlad    [ Reply ]
 bindi wrote:
lost this CD in a divorce.   . . .and my cat.   oh, a guitar and a stereo I had before we were even married. . . and half my 401 K. . . . that BITCH!  well the 401 is like 1/4 now, the cat died - I bet the stereo did as well. . . .  I really need to replace this CD - it brings back a lot of memories.  Tori is awesome.
 
Sympathies. . . I can add to the list, custody to my three kids, my house and everything in it, my dog. . . and my mind. I got my mind back and happily, my kids.

This track is rather good. . . I love the squeeky guitar. 

Posted 13 years ago by SquiddlyDiddly    [ Reply ]
This is a bad-ass song... in a good way
Posted 13 years ago by scrubbrush    [ Reply ]
booooooooooooooooooooooooooo
Posted 13 years ago by ckcotton    [ Reply ]
lost this CD in a divorce.   . . .and my cat.   oh, a guitar and a stereo I had before we were even married. . . and half my 401 K. . . . that BITCH!  well the 401 is like 1/4 now, the cat died - I bet the stereo did as well. . . .  I really need to replace this CD - it brings back a lot of memories.  Tori is awesome.
Posted 14 years ago by bindi    [ Reply ]
 crockydile wrote:

Profound? I don't think so. Sounds like Tori is looking for a divine vending machine AND I object to the implication that a man who doesn't come through simply needs a woman to take care of him. {#Puke}
 
Me too, as a woman. We can take care of ourselves, and most times, we don't wanna take care of a man, anyway, as they're supposed to be the head of household and should be able to handle stuff on their own.  Any man who "doesn't come through" doesn't need a woman - he needs to, in the words of John Mellencamp, "suck it up and tough it out - be the best can."  So do we all, whether we're male or female. (Oh - and "divine vending machine" - that's just priceless!) {#Clap}

I'm not a Tori Amos fan - she's a Kate Bush-wannabe, as far as I can tell.  Um, and crocky - could you please stop using that puke emoticon? It always makes me feel like I have to throw up, even when I don't feel like I have to throw up.

Thank you.

Posted 14 years ago by Cynaera    [ Reply ]
 lmic wrote:
Thomas Jefferson was a Christian. He just didn't believe in the hoo-doo voo-doo version.
 
Great comment! {#Cheers}
Posted 14 years ago by peter_james_bond    [ Reply ]
 GT66 wrote:
Women..{#Rolleyes} Even God can't escape the complaining.
 
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!!
You just made me snort!! 
Posted 14 years ago by Jelani    [ Reply ]
Women..{#Rolleyes} Even God can't escape the complaining.

Posted 14 years ago by GT66    [ Reply ]
i hear that.

 ckcotton wrote:
 
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Posted 14 years ago by joshtime    [ Reply ]
Absolutely great song, as are most of the ones from her first couple of records.
Posted 14 years ago by Danimal174    [ Reply ]
 
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Posted 14 years ago by ckcotton    [ Reply ]

"There was actually a part of me that felt really yummy going: 'Ok babe, you're in a bit of trouble. Things aren't going well. Put your feet up. I'll make you a cup of tea 'cause you need some advice. I'm not busy this week so you're in luck'. There has been a shift in the way I see myself. Instead of 'poor little human', it's more like: 'Ok, I'm human and maybe you are immortal, but I know stuff 'cause I'm here, so I do have a perspective that I value. That's really a wonderful place, I think. Humans haven't been taught that they should value their perspective. It's always been so much bowing and scraping to the mythological deity. And I'm kind of feeling like He needs a babe. I'm definitely going after the patriarchy in that song. I'm going after the male presence that's dominated religion and calling forth the goddess to do that. It's a goddess thing to do."

"I was a sunday school teacher. I had the biggest class, I had 70 kids in my class because I uhh wore red leather pants to church. but um, I felt like uhh the one thing that was missing from church was the goddess. so I decided that God needed a little help. And this song really gets me off folks, so bear with me. and He's kinda chucklin', y'know He's right here going "rrmmmmm"."
— Tori intro to song; Berlin, Germany 04/09/94

"I wanted this tribal rhythm. I started this whole song at the pueblo in New Mexico. And so I wanted those primal drums going."
— Tori intro to song; during an NPR radio interview, Murfreesboro, TN, 1994

"Lemons and burnt oranges would come barreling down the skyway on the draw if the dark grey cats didn't open up and let those girls twirl in their fluffy new dresses"
— Tori; Under The Pink Songbook


Posted 14 years ago by Mandible    [ Reply ]
 ilibjorn wrote:
Didn't our founding fathers come here to get away from religious nuts?
 
Nope.  Depends on your definition of "nuts" — by today's standards they themselves would be the nuts.  What are they teaching in school these days?

Posted 14 years ago by mread    [ Reply ]
For all the crap I give Tori Amos, I think it's only fair that I go on record that I really like this particular track.
Posted 14 years ago by bbryan    [ Reply ]
 romeotuma wrote:
This song is profound...  and good for the ears...
 
Profound? I don't think so. Sounds like Tori is looking for a divine vending machine AND I object to the implication that a man who doesn't come through simply needs a woman to take care of him. {#Puke}
Posted 15 years ago by crockydile    [ Reply ]
 ilibjorn wrote:
"I do not find in our particular superstition of Christianity one redeeming feature."  -Thomas Jefferson.
 
Thomas Jefferson was a Christian. He just didn't believe in the hoo-doo voo-doo version.

Posted 15 years ago by lmic    [ Reply ]
Tori was clearly hit with a bible one too many times...{#Beat}
Posted 15 years ago by crockydile    [ Reply ]
_sinisterBeauty.

Posted 15 years ago by Bazooka    [ Reply ]
"I do not find in our particular superstition of Christianity one redeeming feature."  -Thomas Jefferson.   Didn't our founding fathers come here to get away from religious nuts?  Who the heck is Tori Amos anyway?  Not a bad song. 7.5
Posted 15 years ago by ilibjorn    [ Reply ]
yes quite bad inindian wrote:
 

badass song in all respects.
 


Posted 15 years ago by 1wolfy    [ Reply ]
{#Meditate} GODLIKE {#Meditate}
Posted 15 years ago by Mandible    [ Reply ]
Such streams of repartee are major pieces that keep me a devoted RP listener. Sometimes I hear a bit that seems out of place on such a graceful radio station...my response? I check the listerner comments, and often, that bit sounds very different when I read about the influences of this or that musician, the terrible times that define the bit, or just insight from the RP rank and file. It takes a village...
 ajamison wrote:
Wow, an actual, well-thought-out and reasonable reply concerning God and the government, on the internet! I think hell just froze over, haha! Even though I believe in God, I really appreciate your sensible reply. Anyway, an interesting song, as always, from Tori.
 


Posted 15 years ago by fatcatjb    [ Reply ]
 inindian wrote:
 

badass song in all respects.
 
{#Roflol}

Posted 15 years ago by OldFrenchie    [ Reply ]
 govna wrote:
badass song in all aspects.
  

badass song in all respects.
Posted 15 years ago by inindian    [ Reply ]
badass song in all aspects.
Posted 15 years ago by govna    [ Reply ]
amazing album
Posted 16 years ago by betsyroks    [ Reply ]
Seems like Tori Amos brings out extreme emotions in RP listeners.  Interesting to read.
Posted 16 years ago by Ericac    [ Reply ]
 Tori wrote:
Hey Excelsior,

Next time you listen to a song, how about hiring a guy who has previously liked a song at least once in his life so he can make a nice comment. Thanks!
 

Posted 16 years ago by rtwingo    [ Reply ]
 toterola wrote:
Hey, this is just a song!

And the last time I checked, no one in government was telling anyone how to believe in this country. (Not counting the "Faith-Based Initiatives" that ol' DumbAss started)

Here's what the smartest of our "Founding Fathers" said on the subject:
"It does me no injury for my neighbor to say there are twenty gods or no God. It neither picks my pocket nor breaks my leg." -Thomas Jefferson

All you religious nuts, keep on believing. Everyone else? Let's go have a beer!
 
HELLO! Madison was the smartest.

Posted 16 years ago by wferrier    [ Reply ]
A lot of this song sounds like me playing Guitar Hero... {#Doh}
Posted 16 years ago by sirrus    [ Reply ]
Easily my favorite Tori song, far and away. And the sentiment is ringing unfortunately true for me today. :(
Posted 16 years ago by DoctorHooey    [ Reply ]
Hey, this is just a song! And the last time I checked, no one in government was telling anyone how to believe in this country. (Not counting the "Faith-Based Initiatives" that ol' DumbAss started) Here's what the smartest of our "Founding Fathers" said on the subject: "It does me no injury for my neighbor to say there are twenty gods or no God. It neither picks my pocket nor breaks my leg." -Thomas Jefferson All you religious nuts, keep on believing. Everyone else? Let's go have a beer!
Posted 16 years ago by toterola    [ Reply ]
dewinter wrote:
I just rated this song "Godlike," that's awesome. Steve Caton on guitar.
Yeah, on second thoughts that scratching sound might not have been chickens. Like he said, a "Cat on" guitar!
Posted 16 years ago by inindian    [ Reply ]
lwilkinson wrote:
The founders were Christian and didn't pick any bones about it. All you have to do is read the Declaration, the Bill of Rights and the Constitution.
Oh yeah, Jesus Christ is written all over the Declaration, the Bill of Rights, and the Constitution. Oh wait... His name doesn't appear in any of those documents. Well.... at least God is all over those documents! Oh wait... God doesn't appear anywhere except in the introduction to the Declaration of Independence (which is a document with no legal power anyhow). ....what was the point again?
Posted 16 years ago by sdn    [ Reply ]
Oh, I hate it when this happens. Someone didn't feed the chickens and they're going nuts in the coop
Posted 16 years ago by inindian    [ Reply ]
Hey Tori, Next time you record a song, how about hiring a guy who has previously picked up a guitar at least one other time in his life. Thanks!
Posted 16 years ago by Excelsior    [ Reply ]
Well stated mread, and while my fingers are a'twitching, I will resist the urge to directly reply and continue what would certainly be a spirited and stimulating debate. Such fun should be had in the general forums (there is actually one going on right now), and I offer my apologies to the song forum readers for perpetuating an OT religion discussion, as these too frequently go out of control. I'll leave it simply with what I had intended the point my initial post to be: The issue of the relationship between religion and government is complex and important. It is not something to be dismissed lightly as the ravings of a couple of wingnuts. There is a wealth of information out there, and I would encourage everyone, no matter which side they're on, to educate themselves about it. Especially with the thoughtful arguments of those you don't agree with. Peace
Posted 16 years ago by smdeeg    [ Reply ]
smdeeg wrote:
Excellent suggestion. I would also suggest additional writing of Thomas Jefferson (author of the Declaration) and James Madison (author/Father of the Constitution, primary defender in The Federalist Papers, and author/champion of the Bill of Rights). Their position on church-state separation is quite well established.
To the authors you cite, "separation" meant that the government must not declare, or establish, any official religion (as in England), nor should it compel any person to belong to any religion. They did not intend that public officials could not acknowledge a diety, behave religiously, or invoke religous principles in decision-making. These actions have become offensive today, mistakenly perceived as violating "separation". The founders believed that our "inalienable rights" were "endowed by their Creator" (uppercase "C"). They crafted the Bill of Rights to protect the people from a government which would limit these rights. Today, too many believe that the government is the source of our rights, not some "creator" (lowercase "c"). You may believe that the "creator" is a god, "mother nature", or whatever you like, even the Judeo-Christian deity or Allah -- that's your right. Sadly, under the "separation" banner, we have gone from acknowledging a higher power -- without prescribing religion -- to criminalizing the idea that individual rights come from ((insert name of any higher power here)) and not from the state.
Posted 16 years ago by mread    [ Reply ]
Single best Tori Amos song. EVAR!
Posted 16 years ago by DoctorHooey    [ Reply ]
lwilkinson wrote:
Man, you anti'god guy reallllly neeeed to go back to high school and read the history of this country before you start talking about "God".
It is unfortunate that high school history education in this country does not generally prove adequate to the task of providing a sound basis to understand this complex topic. I believe very much in religious freedom which comes from a deep respect for the many wonderful religious traditions that exist in this country. To me, it is common sense that having government take any position on religion besides strict neutrality puts such freedom at risk. (Some disagree with this.) So, by "anti'god guy", perhaps you meant someone else.
The founders were Christian and didn't pick any bones about it.
Indeed. Most, but not all, were Christian.
All you have to do is read the Declaration, the Bill of Rights and the Constitution.
Excellent suggestion. I would also suggest additional writing of Thomas Jefferson (author of the Declaration) and James Madison (author/Father of the Constitution, primary defender in The Federalist Papers, and author/champion of the Bill of Rights). Their position on church-state separation is quite well established.
Posted 16 years ago by smdeeg    [ Reply ]
AlienRelic wrote:
I'm thinking maybe that the REAL conflict that tears this century apart is going to be between those who believe in God and try to force that belief down everybody's throats, and those of us who don't, and who will have no more of it. I'm sick of God.
I am not sick of God, just sick of fundamentalists and religious idiots of all ilk trying to cram their vision/version of "God" down the throats of the rest of us.
Posted 16 years ago by PurplePrincess    [ Reply ]
kevin36 wrote:
Mason Jennings's new song "Jesus, Are You Real?" makes all these oh-so-clever, snooty songs about faith and doubt ("Dear, God" and "One of Us") look, well, oh-so-clever and snooty.
Speaking of Mason Jennings....why won't RP allow even ONE of his cuts? Rejected: Mason Jennings - Ballad For My One True Love Rejected: Mason Jennings - Be Here Now Rejected: Mason Jennings - Crown Rejected: Mason Jennings - Crown Rejected: Mason Jennings - Keepin It Real Rejected: Mason Jennings - Lemon Grove Avenue Rejected: Mason Jennings - Lemon Grove Avenue Rejected: Mason Jennings - Living In The Moment Rejected: Mason Jennings - New York City Rejected: Mason Jennings - Nothing Rejected: Mason Jennings - Sorry Signs on Cash Machines Rejected: Mason Jennings - Southern Cross Rejected: Mason Jennings - Southern Cross Rejected: Mason Jennings - Southern Minnesota Rejected: Mason Jennings - Summer Dress Rejected: Mason Jennings - Track 1 Rejected: Mason Jennings - Ulysses
Posted 16 years ago by FluorideFreeMN    [ Reply ]
Man, you anti'god guy reallllly neeeed to go back to high school and read the history of this country before you start talking about "God". The founders were Christian and didn't pick any bones about it. All you have to do is read the Declaration, the Bill of Rights and the Constitution.
Posted 16 years ago by lwilkinson    [ Reply ]
It will be at least 8 years before I can enjoy this song again. Just too much airplay from commercial radio.
Posted 16 years ago by FluorideFreeMN    [ Reply ]
i love tori, she's so freaking talented, so disturbed and hot!! I didn't say I wanted to marry her!!!
Posted 16 years ago by jjbix    [ Reply ]
jpfueler wrote:
It did not mean there should not be a Ten Commandments in a courthouse.
But it didn't mean that they should be there either. For me, Judge Moores sister, acting as his spokesperson, summed it up the best. The issue is not about the Ten Commandments in a courtroom or prayer in school or "under God" in the PoA, these are simply specific battles, the root of the culture war is about the government recognition of God. Her words, and quite telling of what religions are included and which are not. If the government recognizes God, where does that leave Buddhists who have no concept of God the way Christians do? Many thoughtful religious people believe that for freedom of religion to exist the government needs to be out of the God business entirely. History and many current examples tend to support this. So, take which ever side you will, but recognize what is really being discussed, and understand that this isn't just an issue for wacky atheists who sue at the drop of a hat (no matter how much the conservative attack dogs try to make it such). It is an issue for all Americans no matter what your religious beliefs, and cuts very deep to what the relationship between government and religion should be.
Posted 16 years ago by smdeeg    [ Reply ]
This just horrible. Ruins the last two songs which were good its so bad.
Posted 16 years ago by bdblinux    [ Reply ]
Bill is searching for god.
Posted 16 years ago by sigmonsays    [ Reply ]
I just rated this song "Godlike," that's awesome. Steve Caton on guitar.
Posted 17 years ago by dewinter    [ Reply ]
jpfueler wrote:
Indeed the WOT is in part due to a faction trying to do what other religions have done in the past. Jesus and the New testament are rather peaceful in the teachings, but that sure didn't stop the Inquisitors. The problem with Islam, is the ability of having been form by a military man and his rantings giving the extremists so much fodder to justify their twisted world view. Then on the other side are those, like Alien it seems, who make a religion of being anti-religion. Chris Hitchens come to mind, many others who sue at the drop of a hat to remove god from gov't buildings or crosses from public cemeteries, etc. There is no god (imho), but when you're in this Nation of ours, you're in a Nation founded by believers of several sects, who to simplify things decided to not have a national religion like the COE, as many of those founders were of different protestant sects, and deciding who's would be the default was a great way for them to not succeed. So they made sure it would not be a problem. It did not mean there should not be a Ten Commandments in a courthouse.
Wow, an actual, well-thought-out and reasonable reply concerning God and the government, on the internet! I think hell just froze over, haha! Even though I believe in God, I really appreciate your sensible reply. Anyway, an interesting song, as always, from Tori.
Posted 17 years ago by ajamison    [ Reply ]
who is doing that guitar work that I really like? Outstanding compliment to her voice I think. extremely edgy
Posted 17 years ago by Wizzuvvoz    [ Reply ]
dsrtfalcon wrote:
AlienRelic wrote:
I'm thinking maybe that the REAL conflict that tears this century apart is going to be between those who believe in God and try to force that belief down everybody's throats, and those of us who don't, and who will have no more of it. I'm sick of God.
Please. Have you read no history? Welcome to humanity. I fail to see how this century is any different than any other....
Indeed the WOT is in part due to a faction trying to do what other religions have done in the past. Jesus and the New testament are rather peaceful in the teachings, but that sure didn't stop the Inquisitors. The problem with Islam, is the ability of having been form by a military man and his rantings giving the extremists so much fodder to justify their twisted world view. Then on the other side are those, like Alien it seems, who make a religion of being anti-religion. Chris Hitchens come to mind, many others who sue at the drop of a hat to remove god from gov't buildings or crosses from public cemeteries, etc. There is no god (imho), but when you're in this Nation of ours, you're in a Nation founded by believers of several sects, who to simplify things decided to not have a national religion like the COE, as many of those founders were of different protestant sects, and deciding who's would be the default was a great way for them to not succeed. So they made sure it would not be a problem. It did not mean there should not be a Ten Commandments in a courthouse.
Posted 17 years ago by jpfueler    [ Reply ]
AlienRelic wrote:
I'm thinking maybe that the REAL conflict that tears this century apart is going to be between those who believe in God and try to force that belief down everybody's throats, and those of us who don't, and who will have no more of it. I'm sick of God.
Please. Have you read no history? Welcome to humanity. I fail to see how this century is any different than any other....
Posted 17 years ago by dsrtfalcon    [ Reply ]
I'm thinking maybe that the REAL conflict that tears this century apart is going to be between those who believe in God and try to force that belief down everybody's throats, and those of us who don't, and who will have no more of it. I'm sick of God.
Posted 17 years ago by AlienRelic    [ Reply ]
I'll never forget the first time my 17-year-old, malleable self heard this song. Great, classic Tori. Damn, she be snarky.
Posted 17 years ago by agnes    [ Reply ]
liser wrote:
Ummm - this song is about a man, not God. Looking way too deep on this one.
I think she leaves it open to interpretation whether it's about God or a Man. There is a double entendre in the meaning. I don't think it's snooty to put your questions about God out there in song, it might be snooty to judge peoples faith by comparing pop lyrics . . . Whatever it's a beautiful song.
Posted 17 years ago by petercroob    [ Reply ]
This song reminds me a bit of Kate Bush. I really like it.
Posted 17 years ago by Kristi    [ Reply ]
Love it!
Posted 17 years ago by MissAmy    [ Reply ]
Great lyrics!!
Posted 17 years ago by glassman    [ Reply ]
The time signature change at the end makes it..
Posted 17 years ago by davin    [ Reply ]
kevin36 wrote:
Mason Jennings's new song "Jesus, Are You Real?" makes all these oh-so-clever, snooty songs about faith and doubt ("Dear, God" and "One of Us") look, well, oh-so-clever and snooty.
Ummm - this song is about a man, not God. Looking way too deep on this one.
Posted 17 years ago by liser    [ Reply ]
Always loved this one!!!
Posted 17 years ago by SpaceCase    [ Reply ]
Kagin wrote:
Good sound -- don't much care for the subject matter....
Don't care about the subject matter - don't care for the sound. Typical early nineties alterna-crap that doesn't hold a candle to anything on Little Earthquakes.
Posted 17 years ago by ladybinnath    [ Reply ]
I am not a huge fan, but I like this song because of the humor/irony stuff.
Posted 17 years ago by squidish    [ Reply ]
Tori is one of the most underated artists alive, her talent is awesome! God, I love her! Sarah Fimm is another.
Posted 17 years ago by Mari    [ Reply ]
toker wrote:
I like it.
Me too. The more I hear her stuff, the more I like it.
Posted 17 years ago by Kerly    [ Reply ]
I like it.
Posted 18 years ago by toker    [ Reply ]
Mason Jennings's new song "Jesus, Are You Real?" makes all these oh-so-clever, snooty songs about faith and doubt ("Dear, God" and "One of Us") look, well, oh-so-clever and snooty.
Posted 18 years ago by kevin36    [ Reply ]
brandog wrote:
Oooooooooooooooooh...............
AAhhhhhhhhhhhhh.................
Posted 18 years ago by KMH    [ Reply ]
physicsgenius wrote:
I wouldn't have thought this possible, but Tori Amos has actually managed to get worse.
Isn't the fad of being deliberately off-putting over yet?
Posted 18 years ago by meloman    [ Reply ]
Xeric wrote:
Has Kate Bush sued yet? Not that I don't find this palatable enough, but, well . . .
from https://www.paradiseplace.org.uk/Kate/katep8.htm
Published in 'Q' Magazine issue 140 May 1998. Tori Amos, a brilliant and original artist, has often been compared to Kate, this is her view on Kate and the comparison. Note you'll find some Tori links on my general links page. "I'll never forget the first time I heard about Kate," Amos recalls. "I was playing in a club, I was 18 or 19 and somebody came up to me, pointed their finger and said, Kate Bush. I went, Who's that? I wasn't really familiar because Kate didn't really happen in the States until Hounds Of Love. I was shocked because the last thing you want to hear is that you sound like someone else. Then people kept mentioning her name when they heard me sing, to the point where I finally went and got her records. When I first heard her, I went, Wow, she does things that I've never heard anybody do, much less me. But I could hear a resonance in the voice where you'd think we were distantly related or something." So you were never influenced directly by her? "Well... I must tell you that when I heard her, I was blown away by her. There's no question." Did you sing along with the records? "Absolutely. But I knew that I had to be careful, so I didn't voraciously learn her catalogue. I left the records with my boyfriend at the time, because I didn't want to copy her."
Posted 18 years ago by ziggytrix    [ Reply ]
Bill_Kunsler wrote:
God sometimes I just don't get people. why all the hatin'? like there's never been a time in your life when you've prayed for something (if you're into that sort of thing) and it didn't happen (if that's what this song is even about). that doesn't mean "he" exists or not or is good or bad or apathetic or drunk or whatever. she's not trying to convert anybody, man. she's expressing herself. that's art. get over it. fuck critics, especially religious critics who can't take any criticism.
You are getting too deep. I don't object to the content of the lyrics. I object to the fact that it is impossible to discern the lyrics due to bizarre and childish voice effects.
Posted 18 years ago by physicsgenius    [ Reply ]
I wouldn't have thought this possible, but Tori Amos has actually managed to get worse.
Posted 18 years ago by physicsgenius    [ Reply ]
llj4665 wrote:
love that comment too funny!!
just quoting the song... :)
Posted 18 years ago by mrrmt    [ Reply ]
Mari wrote:
... She's great, what a musician! ...
Amen! Screw the naysayers. Tori is one huge talent.
Posted 18 years ago by meloman    [ Reply ]
love that comment too funny!!mrrmt wrote:
a few witches burning gets a little toasty...
Posted 18 years ago by llj4665    [ Reply ]
Bill_Kunsler wrote:
God sometimes I just don't get people. why all the hatin'? etc.
In all seriousness, I agree with your comment, but your location "calmer than you are" slayed me. Your post was a tad bit on the ranting side. Felt the need to share that you made my day with that tasty bit o' irony. It's one case where I wouldn't wanna see the other guy!
Posted 18 years ago by lkbooth71    [ Reply ]
evilmu wrote:
that was just perfect.
Posted 18 years ago by luminousjune    [ Reply ]
Like everything about this except that grating sound. Can live without the grating.
Posted 18 years ago by Odyzzeuz    [ Reply ]
i rather like this one.
Posted 18 years ago by PattonFever    [ Reply ]
Posted 18 years ago by evilmu    [ Reply ]
a few witches burning gets a little toasty...
Posted 18 years ago by mrrmt    [ Reply ]
... She's great, what a musician! ...
Posted 18 years ago by Mari    [ Reply ]
I met her parents. As you may know, her Dad's a minister. He's actually quite cool and though not into all her subjects, respects what she does. They usually go to all concerts in Florida and he'll be the one wearing a Methodist collar.
Posted 19 years ago by schmoooz    [ Reply ]
Has Kate Bush sued yet? Not that I don't find this palatable enough, but, well . . .
Posted 19 years ago by Xeric    [ Reply ]
God sometimes I just don't get people. why all the hatin'? like there's never been a time in your life when you've prayed for something (if you're into that sort of thing) and it didn't happen (if that's what this song is even about). that doesn't mean "he" exists or not or is good or bad or apathetic or drunk or whatever. she's not trying to convert anybody, man. she's expressing herself. that's art. get over it. fuck critics, especially religious critics who can't take any criticism.
Posted 19 years ago by Bill_Kunsler    [ Reply ]
As a liberal artist/Southern Baptist/ethnic minority/social conservative, I've spent a lot of years trying to sort out my feelings about Tori Amos. In theory, anyone who is objective about the nature of art has the ability to separate their own biases from their assessment of the quality (exceptionality) of the art. In reality, no one is objective, especially not the artist who infuses his or her opinions and experiences into the art. What's worse (or better, anyway it's essential), the artist who has no opinions or experiences cannot create art. It's all very messy in a chocolate-in-milk sort of diffused way. And so, I disagree with Tori's take on religion, or rather, I do not share her take, because I wasn't raped as a child and brow-beaten by a fundamentalist minister. (I was mentally abused and brow-beaten by a moderately conservative minister.) So why aren't I turned off by Tori? Why aren't you? Because she's a damn good songsmith. I remember a night I felt so bad that nothing but "Yes Anastasia" playing repeatedly for five hours could undo the damage in my soul. What the hell is that song about? What are, like, 85% of her songs about? But they sure are pretty. My point? Why even bother saying you like her music but disagree with what she has to say? It's such an obvious statement about the nature of art that to verbalize it seems pedestrian. If you're really that uncomfortable with the lyrics to "God," I'm sure Point of Grace has a new CD out this week. P.S. This post is the reason I registered for the RP boards. I friggin' love this station.
Posted 19 years ago by Trustocity    [ Reply ]