Father Bruce
Revelations of a Rebel Preacher: Father Bruce's Unfiltered Wisdom
Lyrics
He's a lonely preacher and he lives at the Swiss Hotel
Describing Father Bruce as a lonely preacher residing at the Swiss Hotel.
One night in the middle of a sermon, oh, out the window he fell
Narrating an incident where Father Bruce fell out of a window during a sermon.
Oh, oh, Lenny, we're so glad you're getting well well well
Expressing joy and relief at Father Bruce's recovery and well-being.
You see the hardheaded people all dress up in a big black robe
Observing people in authority (possibly religious leaders) wearing black robes.
They say his word offend them,
Noting that these authoritative figures are offended by Father Bruce's words.
you know they're hiding their heads in the hole
Suggesting that those critical individuals are avoiding facing the truth.
The words are killing dirty, I use it in the last line
Highlighting the impact of harsh words, possibly emphasizing their destructive nature.
But use a short word for loving,
Contrasting the use of harsh words with the simplicity of expressing love.
and dad, you wind up doing time (you end up in jail)
Warning about the consequences of expressing love in a straightforward manner.
Father Bruce is up and walking
Announcing Father Bruce's recovery and ability to walk again.
Look out, he's gonna start talking
Anticipating Father Bruce's resumption of preaching.
Oh, oh, Lenny, we're so glad you're getting well, well, well
Reiterating joy for Father Bruce's recovery.
Now won't you get your feet out, Catholic
Encouraging Catholics to pay attention as Father Bruce returns.
Father Bruce is back in town
Celebrating Father Bruce's presence in the town and rejecting criticism.
You know he's our kind of preacher
Expressing support for Father Bruce and refusing to criticize him.
Ain't none of us gonna put him down
Affirming the acceptance and admiration of Father Bruce among the community.
He's trying to say something to you, listen while you're still around
Encouraging listeners to pay attention to Father Bruce's message while they can.
Who's gonna carry all the workload when you're ten feet under ground
Pondering who will take on responsibilities when Father Bruce is no longer around.
Father Bruce is up and walking
Reiterating Father Bruce's recovery and mobility.
Look out, he's gonna start talking
Anticipating Father Bruce's return to preaching.
Oh, oh, Lenny, we're so glad you're getting well, well, well
Expressing joy and relief at Father Bruce's recovery.
Now you may say he's got a bad mouth, but I heard you just the other night
Addressing the criticism that Father Bruce has a foul mouth.
When you're car wouldn't start, boy, the words you said were out of sight
Recalling a situation where the speaker heard someone using strong language.
Well, you're a loco Charlie, wouldn't say that word out in a crowd
Comparing the speaker to someone named Loco Charlie, suggesting a double standard.
But Lenny's right up front, baby, speaking his mind right out loud
Defending Father Bruce's upfront and honest communication style.
Father Bruce is up and walking
Confirming Father Bruce's ability to walk and foreshadowing his return to preaching.
Look out, he's gonna start talking
Anticipating Father Bruce's resumption of speaking and delivering messages.
Oh, oh, Lenny, we're so glad you're getting well, well, well Fuck!
Reiterating joy for Father Bruce's recovery with an exclamation at the end.
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