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Jesus, Etc.

Wilco

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Jesus, Etc.

Jesus, don't cry

You can rely on me, honey

You can combine anything you want

I'll be around

You were right about the stars

Each one is a setting sun

Tall buildings shake

Voices escape singing sad sad songs

tuned to chords

Strung down your cheeks

Bitter melodies turning your orbit around

Don't cry

You can rely on me honey

You can come by any time you want

I'll be around

You were right about the stars

Each one is a setting sun

Tall buildings shake

Voices escape singing sad sad songs

tuned to chords

Strung down your cheeks

Bitter melodies turning your orbit around

Voices whine

Skyscrapers are scraping together

Your voice is smoking

Last cigarettes are all you can get

Turning your orbit around

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Translated byAllen Morningstar

About this Song

Jesus, Etc. by Wilco is a melancholic yet hopeful song that explores themes of love, loss, and coping with life's uncertainties. The lyrics reflect on personal relationships and the inevitable changes that come with time. Phrases like 'our love is all we have' emphasize the fragility and importance of human connections. Poignant moments in the song include 'tall buildings shake', possibly referencing the fragility of life and security in a post-9/11 world. The recurring mention of Jesus and spiritual imagery suggests a search for solace and understanding amidst chaos.

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