Jackson Browne Lyrics

    ------ About the song THE REBEL JESUS performed by Jackson Browne

Its a thought provoking song. I like it because it reminds me so much of Jesus and the way he lived. I know I could not live as Jesus and his disciples did. They suffered and I do not know why. He helped the sick & poor people & was given up to suffer. That is the real mystery of the cross. The goodness of Jesus is always forgotten by us.

    ------ About the song I AM A PATRIOT performed by Jackson Browne

Jackson Browne's long-time friend and perennial back-up musician, David Lindley, aka "The Wizard of Strings", aka the high falsetto on the song "Stay," aka the only musician "Acoustic Guitar" has labeled a "maxi-instrumentalist" (as opposed to those who are merely "mega-instrumentalists", LOL) etc., etc., etc. does an absolutely kickass reggae-inflected version of this song on his album Twango Bango Deluxe with Wally Ingram. Not easy to find...totally worth it, believe me.

    ------ About the song THE REBEL JESUS performed by Jackson Browne

I was taken aback by the lyrics and tune of this selection on the Chieftains album, and quickly it became one of my favorite seasonal songs. It sounds so totally Irish, in the direct manner of Celtic peoples, so I was surprised to learn it was written by Jackson Browne. Definitely a keeper, and I agree with the nice review by Brent.

    ------ About the song THE REBEL JESUS performed by Jackson Browne

Jackson Browne's twist on Christmas carols with lyrics that challenge our complacent approach to faith is beyond refreshing. The song fits well on the Chieftains Christmas recording and should give any serious Faith practitioner pause with that age old question: if Jesus came today, would I be one of those who would murder him? While I doubt anything about my theology or politics would line up very well with Mr. Browne, he asks a remarkable question. Have a wrestled with the real Jesus or do I prefer a helpless baby who stays in a manger and has little impact on my life, my treatment of others, my stewardship of this earth or my willingness to submit to God's leading. As with so many Jackson Browne songs, his subtle use of humor is spot on. And his message is solid without being heavy handed. Kudos to Mr. Browne. If you've not heard the Chieftains album (Bells of Dublin) containing this song, I can highly recommend it.

    ------ About the song STAY performed by Jackson Browne

There are two separate people who sing that chorus in Stay, --one is Rosemary Butler sings it one time and David Lindley sings it one time. Rosemary Butler is one incredible voice, hits the real high notes. Lindley is the falsetto.

    ------ About the song IT'S BEEN RAINING HERE IN LONG BEACH performed by Jackson Browne

This is a totally delightful song by the teenage Jackson Browne.

Whoever transcribed the lyrics (probably some nice person from a different culture) missed an important reference.

Instead of "rack and coat" it should be "raccoon coat"

Instead of "I'd croon, won't you come on home big baby" it should be "I'd croon, 'Won't You Come On Home Bill Bailey'"

    ------ About the song IN THE SHAPE OF A HEART performed by Jackson Browne

I think the last verse says it best: "to keep a life from coming apart, and never know, the shallows and the unseen reefs, that are there from the start, in the shape of a heart"...meaning love can be a powerful motivator, but don't expect it to change people...we are who we are...embrace the differences, tolerate and forgive...night swimming is great but there has got to be a morning after...rtk

    ------ About the song THE REBEL JESUS performed by Jackson Browne

I've had the pleasure of meeting Jackson at various gigs and in various places and to answer the pretender yes, he is authentic and practices what he preaches...one of the few voices of this generation that does, along with Bruce Cockburn, CSNY, and others. I'd suggest the pretender try to be less cynical and concentrate on bettering his own pathetic existence. Maybe then he will find out where the rest of us are and will learn how to do something for the greater good rather than just whining from his mothers basement.

    ------ About the song You Asshole You performed by Jackson Browne

I love this song! It's a completely unexpected cut by Mr. Browne. Great lyrics. Short and sweet... The (almost) perfect song! I came across it on an old bootleg and have entertained friends with it for years!

    ------ About the song STAY performed by Jackson Browne

Ever since I was about 14 years old, this song alway put a smile on my face. As a guy that appriciates music and what these guys do as entertainers, Jackson nailed life on the road and made this one of the best driving songs of all time.