For context to the lines, "Meanwhile, we sit just like we don't give a sh** about 50,000 people who are dying today," is a reference to a chapel sermon Tony Campolo: "I have three things I'd like to say today. First, while you were sleeping last night, 30,000 kids died of starvation or diseases related to malnutrition. Second, most of you don't give a shit. What's worse is that you're more upset with the fact that I said shit than the fact that 30,000 kids died last night."
OMG, he said shit? Oops, I just said it too... Didn't he call someone a whore before too? Maybe y'all should quit complaining so much and just open your ears to how ridiculously talented this man is. Wow, this song is amazing, the shivers it sends through my bones, reminds me why I love music so much. Why I love period.
I used to listen to Derek back during my church days and I randomly ran across him on here again. I have to say Even though I no longer hold the same beliefs as he does about god I have a tremendous amount of respect for his message in this song. Keep up the good work and I'll keep listening.
Man, i love it. Christian music that's actually up in your face and presenting the TRUTH. Not to mention I love your mix...this is some pretty good music. Just discovered you Derek, and lovin it. Keep it going. Dare the music industry to catch up with you. :) God bless.
derek, i love this. i pray this would go viral and start a sweep across Christendom. seriously, this stuff asks challenging questions on a very human, deep, and yet gospel centered manner. the toughest question of Christianity (i always ask) is "you're a Christian, so what?" or taking the title from francis schaeffer's book "how shall we then live?" you hit it on the nail once again in a most relevant way. God bless bro. i've always been a huge fan.
And yet, a few letters over, Paul is "cursing" up a storm. See Philippians 3:8. The greek work word "skubala" is translated "refuse or garbage" in the NIV but in greek it's a vulgar word that wasn't said in "polite company." Much like the word "Sh*t" in english. We'd have to lump Derek Webb with Paul, then. Thought: Maybe James meant cursing as an opposite to blessing- In other words, cursing means belittling and defiling the worth of another person?
This may be out of left field, but I watched this today in light of the whole World Vision "reaction". Anyways, lighter note, Derek's delivery movements reminds me of Pensetucky on Orange Is The New Black.
@thatsrougue55 Actually, that is an urban legend. The word has its roots in the Proto Indo-European language from a word from which we also get the word "shed", as in separating from the body.
Man, I don´t know about christians who have problem with this lyrics!! I love it, awesome song!! I believe this song was included in the European release of Stockholm Syndrome..? And by the way, I live in Stockholm and love the title of the album! ;-)
Could it be? Music from a Christian artist that calls Christian's on their homophobia? Huge thanks from a recovering fundamentialist, Derek. Do you know my buddy Brian Meilor? cheers and more cheers, Matt
JZawork, this isn't about approving homosexuality. It's about leading by example and showing the love of God, "the remedy", instead of constantly hating homosexuals. The album itself does a great job at demonstrating this. I don't approve of homosexuality either, but that doesn't mean we should be hateful towards them. It's like when the Bible says to love the sinner but hate the sin
efh0888 Define people like me? lol I am disappointed to hear such a talented artist sing on record cussing, no matter how small. This is the type of song that turns people away from playing it, especially those who have children within arms reach. I ain't saying his heart ain't right, Jesus is my judge and his. But a bro has a right to rebuke. All things are permitted but not all things are good. Derek, I suggest, you rethink and substitute the word "CARE" for "sh@t" God bless Ronnie
Derek Webb I am a fan for your messages in your music. Let me ask you this bro, are you going to sing that in front of Jesus. Or do you not give a sh*t! I realize there are a lot of other profanities that could be said and I know you are trying to push the love message. But cussing a love song of change. Yes, being a Christian is not determined by smoking, drinking, cussing, etc. b/c a lobster would be considered a Christian by that standard! Love the sinner, hate the sin. Perhaps you should R
The artist who does Christian cursing in an artistic way, nice. Look forward to Fuck and Bitch being used in spectacular ways man! But personally using Shit in your songs doesn't make you special. What Fuck and Bitch, prove me wrong Derek. Prove me wrong.
If more Christian music was as honest and real as this, I might listen to it.
For context to the lines, "Meanwhile, we sit just like we don't give a sh** about 50,000 people who are dying today," is a reference to a chapel sermon Tony Campolo: "I have three things I'd like to say today. First, while you were sleeping last night, 30,000 kids died of starvation or diseases related to malnutrition. Second, most of you don't give a shit. What's worse is that you're more upset with the fact that I said shit than the fact that 30,000 kids died last night."
OMG, he said shit?
Oops, I just said it too...
Didn't he call someone a whore before too?
Maybe y'all should quit complaining so much and just open your ears to how ridiculously talented this man is.
Wow, this song is amazing, the shivers it sends through my bones, reminds me why I love music so much. Why I love period.
Love this song. Still not on Spotify. Thanks Christian labels 🙄
Yep. Came here because I couldn't find it there.
How in the hell does this only have 31k views?
I never heard of this artist until this week..wow..wow wow... tell it like it is
Surprised and enjoying this style!
Thank you Derek! God Bless!
I used to listen to Derek back during my church days and I randomly ran across him on here again. I have to say Even though I no longer hold the same beliefs as he does about god I have a tremendous amount of respect for his message in this song. Keep up the good work and I'll keep listening.
Josh Ford this is 8 years later, but he doesn’t believe anymore either
Man, i love it. Christian music that's actually up in your face and presenting the TRUTH. Not to mention I love your mix...this is some pretty good music. Just discovered you Derek, and lovin it. Keep it going. Dare the music industry to catch up with you. :) God bless.
Still so damn good!
derek, i love this. i pray this would go viral and start a sweep across Christendom. seriously, this stuff asks challenging questions on a very human, deep, and yet gospel centered manner.
the toughest question of Christianity (i always ask) is "you're a Christian, so what?" or taking the title from francis schaeffer's book "how shall we then live?" you hit it on the nail once again in a most relevant way.
God bless bro. i've always been a huge fan.
Why is this song omitted from Spotify and or other services?
What a beautiful message couched in a completely rad song!
Love this song. Fucking love your honesty
All right! Derek Webb takes it up another step. Thank you!
I really appreciate that you say it how it really is.
this is still one of my favorites.
And yet, a few letters over, Paul is "cursing" up a storm.
See Philippians 3:8. The greek work word "skubala" is translated "refuse or garbage" in the NIV but in greek it's a vulgar word that wasn't said in "polite company." Much like the word "Sh*t" in english.
We'd have to lump Derek Webb with Paul, then.
Thought: Maybe James meant cursing as an opposite to blessing- In other words, cursing means belittling and defiling the worth of another person?
Still one of the best tracks to come out of a "CCM" artist. PLEASE CUT MORE OF THESE.
It turned out better than what I had expected.
@mattalber is this THE Matt Alber? y'all check him out... he's amazing!
The only honest Christian singer I've ever heard
This may be out of left field, but I watched this today in light of the whole World Vision "reaction". Anyways, lighter note, Derek's delivery movements reminds me of Pensetucky on Orange Is The New Black.
+Travis Smith McKee what' World Vision reaction?
@thatsrougue55 Actually, that is an urban legend. The word has its roots in the Proto Indo-European language from a word from which we also get the word "shed", as in separating from the body.
Great song and great message.
Man, I don´t know about christians who have problem with this lyrics!! I love it, awesome song!! I believe this song was included in the European release of Stockholm Syndrome..? And by the way, I live in Stockholm and love the title of the album! ;-)
Could it be? Music from a Christian artist that calls Christian's on their homophobia? Huge thanks from a recovering fundamentialist, Derek. Do you know my buddy Brian Meilor?
cheers and more cheers, Matt
do you have an album i can buy?
@JamieDavila couldn't have said it better myself :)
@casanovakid55 That's an urban legend. Do your research!
What I MEANT to type was "cool song". Stupid typos!
JZawork, this isn't about approving homosexuality. It's about leading by example and showing the love of God, "the remedy", instead of constantly hating homosexuals. The album itself does a great job at demonstrating this. I don't approve of homosexuality either, but that doesn't mean we should be hateful towards them. It's like when the Bible says to love the sinner but hate the sin
efh0888
Define people like me? lol
I am disappointed to hear such a talented artist sing on record cussing, no matter how small.
This is the type of song that turns people away from playing it, especially those who have children within arms reach.
I ain't saying his heart ain't right, Jesus is my judge and his. But a bro has a right to rebuke. All things are permitted but not all things are good.
Derek, I suggest, you rethink and substitute the word "CARE" for "sh@t"
God bless
Ronnie
zhrob na You proved his point.
Derek Webb
I am a fan for your messages in your music.
Let me ask you this bro, are you going to sing that in front of Jesus. Or do you not give a sh*t!
I realize there are a lot of other profanities that could be said and I know you are trying to push the love message. But cussing a love song of change.
Yes, being a Christian is not determined by smoking, drinking, cussing, etc. b/c a lobster would be considered a Christian by that standard!
Love the sinner, hate the sin.
Perhaps you should
R
The artist who does Christian cursing in an artistic way, nice. Look forward to Fuck and Bitch being used in spectacular ways man! But personally using Shit in your songs doesn't make you special. What Fuck and Bitch, prove me wrong Derek. Prove me wrong.