Chocolate Jesus

Tom Waits

About Chocolate Jesus

For song by Tom Waits, see the Tom Waits' album Mule VariationsChocolate Jesus is the common name of a chocolate sculpture by Richard Manderson in 1994 who called it Trans-substantiation 2, by George Heslop in 2006 who called his work Jesus on the Cross and a third one by Cosimo Cavallaro in 2007 he called My Sweet Lord.


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1999
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Well, I don't go to church on Sunday
Don't get on my knees to pray
Don't memorize the books of the bible
I got my own special way

I know Jesus loves me
Maybe just a little bit more
Fall down on my knees every Sunday
At Zerelda Lee's candy store

Well, I've got to be a chocolate Jesus
Make me feel good inside
Got to be a chocolate Jesus
Keep me satisfied

Well, I don't want no Abba Zabba
Don't want no Almond Joy
There ain't nothing better
Suitable for this boy

Well, it's the only thing that can pick me up
It's better than a cup of gold
See, only a chocolate Jesus
Can satisfy my soul

When the weather gets rough and it's whiskey in the shade
It's best to wrap your savior up in cellophane
He flows like the big muddy but that's okay
Pour him over ice cream for a nice parfait

Well, it's got to be a chocolate Jesus
Good enough for me
Got to be a chocolate Jesus
It's good enough for me

Well, it's got to be a chocolate Jesus
Make me feel so good inside
Got to be a chocolate Jesus
Keep me satisfied

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Tom Waits

Thomas Alan "Tom" Waits (born December 7, 1949) is an American singer-songwriter, composer, and actor. Waits has a distinctive voice, described by critic Daniel Durchholz as sounding "like it was soaked in a vat of bourbon, left hanging in the smokehouse for a few months, and then taken outside and run over with a car." With this trademark growl, his incorporation of pre-rock music styles such as blues, jazz, and vaudeville, and experimental tendencies verging on industrial music, Waits has built up a distinctive musical persona. He has worked as a composer for movies and musical plays and has acted in supporting roles in films including Paradise Alley and Bram Stoker's Dracula; he also starred in the 1986 film Down by Law. He was nominated for an Academy Awa… more »

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Written by: KATHLEEN BRENNAN, THOMAS ALAN WAITS

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10 facts about this song

Song Creation
"Chocolate Jesus" was written and performed by the American singer-songwriter Tom Waits. It is one of his most famous songs and was part of his album "Mule Variations" released in 1999.
Album Recognition
"Mule Variations", the album which the song "Chocolate Jesus" is part of, won the Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Folk Album in 2000.
Live Performances
"Chocolate Jesus" gained a lot of popularity when Waits performed it live on the "Late Show with David Letterman" in 1999. It became one of his standout live performances and is still remembered by his fans and followers.
Song Meaning
The song "Chocolate Jesus" is known for its unique lyrics, which are said to satirize the commercialization of religion. It delivers a critique of how Christianity has been used for commercial interests.
Instrumentation
The indie-rock blues song is played with a minimalistic style that Waits is known for. He played it live with only a megaphone and a guitar. This added to the ghostly, eerie feeling the song evokes.
Unique Style
The song showcases Waits' signature gravelly voice and his experimental approach to writing and performing music. It incorporates elements of blues, ballad, and spoken word.
Popularity
"Chocolate Jesus" remains one of Tom Waits' most popular songs, continuing to gain new listeners even two decades after its release. It has over 2 million views on YouTube as of now.
Cover Versions
Although Waits' music, including "Chocolate Jesus," is notoriously difficult to cover due to his unique style, several artists have paid tribute to this song with their own versions, showing the song's enduring appeal and influence.
Influences
Tom Waits has cited a wide range of influences for his music, including blues, jazz, vaudeville, and experimental music. "Chocolate Jesus" symbolizes these diverse influences with its fusion of bluesy melodies and offbeat lyrics.
Controversy
Some listeners found "Chocolate Jesus" to be controversial due to its satirical depiction of religious figures and themes. But it is widely hailed for highlighting the intersection of religion and consumer culture.

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