Jesus in Vegas
Dancing with the Divine: Jesus in Vegas Revelry
Lyrics
And I'll give you a free ride to this underground stadium. They'll pick up the fair and they'll even tip you, don't even worry about it, man. You'll love this joint. We'll stop off, we'll buy some booze, and, uh, you'll bring it in and it's just incredible. The girls will be all over you.
Describes an invitation to an underground stadium with promises of free rides, tips, and a lively atmosphere with alcohol and attention from girls.
I am the Lord of the very last dance
Portrays the speaker as a figure with authority, claiming to be the "Lord" of the final dance.
I've got 'Tommy' on the leg of my pants
References the word "Tommy" on the leg of the speaker's pants, possibly alluding to The Who's rock opera "Tommy" or indicating a connection to rebellion or counterculture.
I've got the audience in the palm of my hands
Expresses control over the audience, suggesting a charismatic and influential presence.
My good friend Sinatra on my right
Mentions the presence of the speaker's friend, Sinatra, adding a touch of celebrity and sophistication.
Andrew Lloyd Webber is doing the lights
Notes Andrew Lloyd Webber handling the lights, possibly emphasizing a theatrical or grandiose performance.
It's twice a night for twenty-five nights
Indicates a recurring performance schedule of twice a night for twenty-five nights, highlighting a prolonged engagement.
One more litle line, then everyone back to mine
Suggests a desire for another line of a substance, with an invitation for everyone to return to the speaker's place.
Jesus in Vegas, taking care of business
Introduces the phrase "Jesus in Vegas," possibly metaphorical, implying a powerful or divine presence in the midst of hedonistic activities.
Jesus in Vegas
Reiterates the theme of "Jesus in Vegas," emphasizing the speaker's engagement in various activities.
I'll pull your goddamned tongue right out by the roots
Conveys a threat, implying violent consequences for disobedience or disrespect.
Jesus in Vegas, taking care of business
Repeats the idea of "Jesus in Vegas" taking care of business, reinforcing the speaker's assertive role.
Jesus in Vegas
Reiterates the theme with a potential violent consequence for disobedience.
I'll pull your goddamned tongue right out by the roots
Repeats the threat of pulling out the tongue, emphasizing the speaker's authority and severity.
I've got Basie conducting the band
References Basie conducting the band, adding another layer of musical and entertainment references.
I got a penthouse suite at the Sands
Highlights the speaker's luxurious lifestyle with a penthouse suite at the Sands, suggesting opulence and success.
And my feet never touch the ground
Symbolically suggests a detachment from reality, with the speaker's feet never touching the ground.
Are there any Branch Davidians in the house?
Poses a question about the presence of Branch Davidians, possibly referencing a controversial religious group and adding an element of satire or dark humor.
Here's Jim Jones as a pantomime horse
Introduces Jim Jones as a pantomime horse, merging references to infamous figures with showbiz elements.
That showbiz gets right up your nose
Reflects on the negative impact of showbiz, implying that it can be intoxicating or addictive.
One more little line, then everybone back to mine
Repeats the desire for another line, reinforcing the theme of substance use.
Jesus in Vegas, taking care of business
Reiterates the theme of "Jesus in Vegas" taking care of business, maintaining a strong and assertive tone.
Jesus in Vegas
Repeats the phrase with a potential violent consequence for disobedience.
I'll pull your goddamned tongue right out by the roots
Reiterates the threat of pulling out the tongue, emphasizing the severity of consequences.
Jesus in Vegas, taking care of business
Repeats the theme of "Jesus in Vegas" taking care of business, underscoring the speaker's authoritative role.
Jesus in Vegas
Reiterates the phrase with a potential violent consequence for disobedience.
I'll pull your goddamned tongue right out by the roots
Reiterates the threat of pulling out the tongue, maintaining a forceful and intense tone.
Jesus in Vegas, taking care of business
Repeats the theme of "Jesus in Vegas" taking care of business, continuing the assertive and powerful portrayal of the speaker.
Jesus in Vegas
Reiterates the phrase, reinforcing the speaker's role as "Jesus in Vegas" and the theme of taking care of business.
(repeat)
Repeats the last line, creating a sense of rhythm and finality to the lyrics.
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