Jesus Freak
dc Talk
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What will people think When they hear that I'm a Jesus Freak? What will people do When they find that's it's true? Separated, I cut myself clean From a past that comes back in my darkest of dreams Been apprehended by a spiritual force And a grace that replaced all the me I've divorced I saw a man with tat on his big fat belly It wiggled around like marmalade jelly It took me a while to catch what it said 'Cause I had to match the rhythm Of his belly with my head "Jesus Saves" is what it raved in a typical tattoo green He stood on a box in the middle of the city And claimed he had a dream What will people think When they hear that I'm a Jesus freak What will people do when they find that it's true I don't really care if they label me a Jesus freak There ain't no disguising the truth Kamikaze, my death is gain I've been marked by my maker A peculiar display The high and lofty, they see me as weak 'Cause I won't live and die for the power they seek There was a man from the desert with naps in his head The sand that he walked was also his bed The words that he spoke made the people assume There wasn't too much left in the upper room With skins on his back and hair on his face They thought he was strange by the locusts he ate The Pharisees tripped when they heard him speak Until the king took the head of this Jesus freak What will people think When they hear that I'm a Jesus freak What will people do when they find out that it's true I don't really care if they label me a Jesus freak There ain't no disguising the truth What will people think When they hear that I'm a Jesus freak What will people do when they find that it's true I don't really care if they label me a Jesus freak There ain't no disguising the truth No I ain't into hiding People say I'm strange, does it make me a stranger That my best friend was born in a manger People say I'm strange, does it make me a stranger That my best friend was born in a manger What will people think When they hear that I'm a Jesus freak What will people do when they find that it's true I don't really care if they label me a Jesus freak There ain't no disguising the truth What will people think When they hear that I'm a Jesus freak What will people do when they find that it's true I don't really care if they label me a Jesus freak There ain't no disguising the truth What will people think What will people think What will people do What will people do I don't really care What else can I say There ain't no disguising the truth Jesus is the way
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Written by: MARK HEIMERMANN, TOBY MCKEEHAN
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26 facts about this song
Release"Jesus Freak" was released in November 1995 as the first single off the album of the same name by American Christian rap and rock trio, dc Talk.
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Music StyleThe song is noted for its mixture of grunge and rap, contrasting the pop sound that was popular at the time of its release.
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InfluenceThe song's content reflects the band members' faith, with lyrics addressing the subject of Christian belief and commitment. The term "Jesus Freak" was historically a pejorative term, but the band reclaimed it as a positive affirmation of their faith.
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SuccessfulThe song "Jesus Freak" is considered one of the most popular songs by dc Talk, significantly contributing to the album’s multi-platinum certification.
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Legacy"Jesus Freak" is often regarded as one of the most influential songs in Christian music history.
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Music VideoThe music video of the song features the band members in a variety of extreme weather conditions, symbolizing the trials that Christians may face.
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Cover VersionsVarious artists have covered the song including the Christian rock band Newsboys, in which former dc Talk member Michael Tait is a member.
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AwardsIn 1996, "Jesus Freak" won a Dove Award for Rock Recorded Song of the Year. It also won an MTV Music Video award for Long Form Video of the Year.
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Album SuccessThe Jesus Freak album peaked at No. 16 on the Billboard 200, and remained the highest charting Christian album until 2001.
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Anniversary Reissue20 years after the song's original release, an anniversary edition of the "Jesus Freak" album was released in 2015, showcasing the enduring popularity of the track.
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Members of dc TalkThe members of dc Talk including Toby McKeehan, Michael Tait, and Kevin Max Smith, have all enjoyed successful solo careers following the band’s hiatus in 2000, but "Jesus Freak" remains a staple in their individual concerts.
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Christian Rock Pioneer"Jesus Freak" by dc Talk was a groundbreaking fusion of rap and rock genres in Christian music, pioneering a new direction for the industry in the 1990s.
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Highest Peaking AlbumThe album "Jesus Freak" from which the song originates is the highest-peaking album by dc Talk on the Billboard 200, reaching number 16.
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Symbolic Release DateThe song was released on August 1, 1995, a date of significance in Christian history as it's the feast day of early Christian martyr, St. Peter.
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Influential AlbumThe album "Jesus Freak" was considered influential and responsible for bringing contemporary Christian music into the mainstream.
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Grammys RecognitionThe song contributed to dc Talk's Grammy win in 1997 for Best Rock Gospel Album, establishing the band's footprint in the industry.
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Cross-Genre CoverThis song has been covered by popular contemporary Christian artist, Michael Tait, a clear sign of its legacy and cross-genre appeal.
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Unique Songwriting ApproachToby McKeehan, Michael Tait, and Kevin Max co-wrote the song, marking a break from the traditional approach of having a single songwriter.
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Controversial TitleThe term "Jesus Freak" in the song and album title has been linked back to the negative slur against Christians during the Jesus Movement of the 60s and 70s; the band uses it as a badge of honor.
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Music Video RecognitionThe video for "Jesus Freak" was the longest-running video on MTV's 120 Minutes in 1996, breaking barriers for Christian music.
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Cultural InfluenceThe song's mixed genre and lyrics became an anthem for Christian youth, deeply influencing Christian pop culture.
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Inspirational ScoreThe song's feel and melody were inspired by Nirvana’s grunge anthem, “Smells Like Teen Spirit".
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Evergreen PopularityMore than two decades after its release, "Jesus Freak" remains a popular tune in Christian music, speaking to its enduring relevance across generations.
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Anniversary CelebrationIn 2015, the band members reunited to perform "Jesus Freak" as a way to mark the song’s twentieth anniversary, indicating the song's enduring popularity and influence.
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Notable LyricsThe song's lyrics: "What will people think when they hear that I'm a Jesus freak? What will people do when they find out it's true?" had a huge impact on the Christian music scene, encouraging listeners to be unashamed of their faith.
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Re-imagining By Other ArtistsIn 2010, Gotee Records released a tribute album called "Freaked" for the 15th anniversary of "Jesus Freak", featuring various artists putting their own spin on the track.
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