Petra did two versions of this song (well, three if you count the reprise on Come and Join Us). Putting all of these references together forms the thesis: Love one another, stay true to the music, and work hard for your dreams. Perhaps the most interesting line in the song, “If you wanna be a singer or play guitar / Man you’ve gotta sweat or you won’t get far /’Coz it’s never too late to work nine to five,” refers to the “curse of man” found in Genesis 3:17.
“Love Cliff Richard, but please don’t tease,” talks about a bad boy rock and roller (arguably the cornerstone of British Rock), going soft. “Love your Neighbor,” is a reference to the moral of the Good Samaritan. Having said that, a closer examination reveals a few deeper references. Argent version (1973):Īmong the first couple listenings, one almost get the feeling that Argent rushed the verses. So, join me as I compare the original Argent version against the Petra and Kiss versions. As this is the first official article of, God Gave Rock and Roll to you (II) is the perfect song to juxtapose against itself.
#God gave rock and roll to you ii series#
This has led me to the idea for a series of articles: juxtapositioning cover songs with the original. It’s also a well known fact that I love a good cover AND I love juxtaposition. It is my responsibility to put Rock and Roll, or whatever music that inspires me, in the soul of everyone who will listen.
I also believe that is my mission, nay, my duty to share said music.
However, I do believe that God did, in fact, give us Rock and Roll. I am committed to going beyond Rock, into Classical, Rap, World Beat, Country, or whatever else inspires me. It’s unofficial only because while I love Rock and Roll, this website is not specific to just one genre. ’s unofficial anthem is God Gave Rock and Roll to You.
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