Jesus Was a Crossmaker
Various Artists · Other Songs - Various Artists
(Sill)
Sweet silver angels over the sea
Please come down flying low for me
One time I trusted a stranger
'cause I heard his sweet song
And it was gently enticing me
Though there was something wrong
When I turned he was gone
[Chorus:]
Blinding me his song remains reminding me
He's a bandit and a heartbreaker
Oh but Jesus was a crossmaker
[Chorus]
He wages war with the devil
A pistol by his side
And though he chases him out my window and
Won't give him a place to hide
He keeps his door open wide
Fighting him
He lights a lamp inviting him
He's a bandit and a heartbreaker
Oh but Jesus was a crossmaker
[Chorus]
I hear the thunder come rumbling
The light never looked so dim
I see the junction get nearer
And danger's in the wind
And either road's looking grim
Hiding me I flee desire's dividing me
He's a bandit and a heartbreaker
Oh but Jesus was a crossmaker
Yeah but Jesus was a crossmaker
About Jesus Was a Crossmaker
Various Artists delivers "Jesus Was a Crossmaker," a haunting folk recording that blends traditional storytelling with a somber, acoustic arrangement. The track explores themes of religious iconography and the human cost of faith, utilizing a sparse instrumentation that emphasizes vocal nuance and atmospheric tension. As a collaborative effort, the song reflects a broader tradition of cross-cultural folk music where diverse voices converge to address spiritual and historical narratives. Its enduring appeal lies in its ability to evoke deep contemplation without relying on explicit lyrical exposition, allowing listeners to project their own interpretations onto the melancholic melody. This recording stands as a testament to the power of unadorned acoustic performance in conveying complex emotional landscapes.