Reverend Black Grape
Black Grape
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Hey, You know what I mean? Sellin' him your religion Say I walking down a hit song A booming business Buying, selling belief Standing in the pews Talking ballshit, bullshit, bullshit Bullshit, bullshit I want to know, I want to know Can you feel the sprit of the lord? There's nothing more sinister As ministers in dresses Gather round some nice black people While I deliver this message Kill the message You do nothing but socialise And become a menace Put on your reboks man And go play fucking tennis Can I get a witness I said can, I get a witness Oh come oh ye faithful Oh joyful and triumphant Gather around, While I blow my own trumpet Oh pope he got the nazis To clean up their messes He exchanged the gold and paintings He gave them new addresses Clean up your messes Hi, hi furer Hi, hi furer Oh my fathers, fathers, fathers, father By nature he was bendy We are the chi chine tribe And we are over friendly Can I get a witness Yeah I said Come on Can, I get a witness Oh come oh ye faithful Oh joyful and triumphant Gather around me, While I blow my own trumpet Can I get a witness? Poppycock For what we are about to receive Would he agree a stately minuet would be preferable to a rain dance Hey there bothers and sisters Hang in there Yeah Oh come oh ye faithful Oh joyful and triumphant Gather around, While I blow my own trumpet Oh come oh ye faithful You're so joyful and triumphant Gather around, While I blow my own trumpet I want to know I want to know I want to know I want to know Can you feel I said Can you feel Can you feel The sprit of the lord Oh come oh ye faithful, Oh joyful and triumphant Gather around, While I blow my own trumpet Can you feel the sprit of the lord? Can you feel the sprit of the lord?
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Written by: PAUL EVERTON LEVERIDGE, SHAUN RYDER
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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16 facts about this song
Band Origin"Black Grape" is a British band that was formed in 1993 by Shaun Ryder and Bez, who were previously a part of the group "Happy Mondays."
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Song ReleaseThe song "Reverend Black Grape" was released in 1995, and it was one of the first few hits from the album "It's Great When You're Straight...Yeah."
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Music GenreThe song falls under the genre of Britpop, a subgenre of alternative rock that emerged from the United Kingdom in the mid-1990s.
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Chart ProgressionUpon its release, "Reverend Black Grape" climbed the charts, and it peaked at number 9 in the UK Singles Chart.
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Album SuccessThe album "It's Great When You're Straight...Yeah" was a commercial success, topping the UK Albums Chart.
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Critical ResponseThe song, similar to the album, received positive reviews from critics, and it has been praised for its funky rhythms and witty lyrics.
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Live Performances"Reverend Black Grape" was regularly featured in the band’s live performances throughout their active years and often drew a strong response from audiences.
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Band’s Break-upDespite the song’s success and popularity, Black Grape disbanded in 1998. However, they had subsequent reunions and have continued to perform "Reverend Black Grape" in their concert setlists.
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Lyrics ContentThe song's lyrics are packed full of references to religion and cultural figures, showing Ryder’s knack for cultural commentary and wordplay.
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Eclectic Style"Reverend Black Grape" along with other songs on the album shows Black Grape's distinctive style, blending elements of funk, rap, and rock.
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SongwritingShaun Ryder, one of the band's key members, is credited as the main songwriter behind "Reverend Black Grape."
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LegacyThe song has stood the test of time and continues to be considered one of the standout tracks from the Britpop era.
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Influence"Reverend Black Grape" has been a significant influence on other bands and artists in the same genre.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Reverend Black Grape" features the band performing the song in a church, fitting in with the religious theme of the song's lyrics.
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Band ReformationAfter their reformation in 2010, the band went on to perform "Reverend Black Grape" at several acclaimed shows and festivals, reinforcing the song's enduring popularity.
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Pop Culture"Reverend Black Grape" has been featured in several films, TV shows, and video games over the years, contributing to the popular culture.
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