Are Twenty One Pilots Christians?

[@char5657]

Love hearing people talk positively about Tyler and Josh’s faith. Everything I hear isn’t so positive and people (or so called “fans”) get mad at them because of their beliefs. Loved listening to this and appreciated the topic!

[@wiseworksstudio]

Thanks! I think it is inspiring and many times important for us to talk about! It has effected their music so much, and to ignore it would be ignoring a whole world of their creativity!

[@DustinSmith796]

The back of the Trench CD gives a thanks to God in the credits

[@vidhoard]

So does Clancy! :)

[@Blurredie]

Where?​@@vidhoard

[@vidhoard]

@@Blurredie the back of the cd?

[@PairoDraws]

And the blurry face vinyl cover too

[@Blurredie]

@@vidhoard thanks 😁

[@chris_mac]

Because trees is about uniting and questioning God and it’s showing Tyler loves God and is calling out to him …I think he’s encouraging others to try to call out to Him as well ❤️

[@wiseworksstudio]

I agree! I think it’s a song that if you understand the message could help many people of faith find healing emotionally and relationally with God.

[@Fried-chicken-person]

I know this is a pretty old video, but I just found it. Honestly, I’m very glad this is being discussed. Seeing bands such as them that aren’t repetitive and fake about their thoughts on God. Most talk about Tyler (since he is more open), but I do wonder about Josh. I pray for them both. They helped lead me to God through my doubts, disbelief, and suicidal episodes. May God be with them forever and they with God.

[@MrKlarc19]

I know this is a year old but listen to the song "Clear". They are telling you exactly what they are doing.

[@wiseworksstudio]

It’s super cool to discover right?

[@alergeff]

Finally, people who speak positively about the boy's faith. Most of the fans look down on the fact that they're Christian.

[@wiseworksstudio]

That’s sad! 😕 their faith is a big part of their art

[@АндрейМазуров-ч2й]

Their new song Backslide is very strong. Navigating, Snap Back and Paladin Strait too

[@ionknow6405]

I grew up Christian and in the past couple of years I have started to drift away. I couldn’t put in my own words when I ask myself if I believe in God but in the songs Trees and Implicit demand for proof it just takes the words out of my mouth. In Trees I relate to when Tyler sings “I want to know you I want to see I want to say hello”. I just want a sign to know that someone is out there and just ask questions that haven’t been answered. In the song implicit demand for proof when Tyler sings “I mean no disrespect I am simply very perplexed by your ways”. That’s how I feel about religion right now. Like I am happy that others find comfort and have faith in what they believe in but it’s just not for me and hopefully someday I too can find the same comfort.

[@wiseworksstudio]

Thanks for sharing this! That means a lot you would take time to tell me how you feel here. I know I deal with my own doubts and questions often as well. I think the detail that Tyler calls the song Trees, and it’s standing in the trees asking God for a sign from Him is significant. I look at my own life and I see things that hurt and don’t make sense, and I see prayers answered. But with Trees it reminds me that the Bible tells us that nature itself is own way we can find confidence in God’s existence. But believe in God is a very personal thing. It is something you can talk yourself out of, or into. But at its core it’s about faith in Jesus. I do find comfort believing in God, however I can’t say I haven’t pushed for God to show me an extra sign. And in many ways, He has. I am reminded of something Jesus said to people while he was on earth. He said those who are seeing Him then and witness all this proof that he is God are blessed. But even more blessed are the ones who believe without seeing Him. I hope this shows you I really appreciate you opening up about something so personal here. It means a lot you are share if this! I hope along this journey you find true peace and clarity for your faith.

[@ionknow6405]

@@wiseworksstudio Thanks for the response. It really struck me when you said that people are more blessed when they believe without seeing. I really do admire those people that have great faith in Jesus since it’s difficult for me to do the same thing. I appreciate those words that you said and it will stick with me in my questioning times.

[@wiseworksstudio]

Thanks for these words! I hope I can help in whatever way I can along your faith journey. 💪

[@jennybaker5713]

Sometimes It is extremely hard to have faith that God is there or exists. I'm very limited as a human by sin, doubts, and my bishops. The things that I am thinking and feeling can chance constantly. THANK GOD that he is not limited by my struggles. My doubting can NOT make him any less real than he is. No matter what I'm going through at the time, my faith could be plummeting, or I could be having an awful day; JESUS stays consistent. He is the rock and my weakness could never change that fact. As for all the horrible things that happen in life, we don't know why they happen. I question why.... But I am not God. He knows all things and all things are to his ultimate purpose. Does God's goodness rely on what he gives us? If it does then his goodness decreases when things go badly. God's goodness does not change every time our circumstances change. God's goodness is not based off of what he does for us. It is based off of WHO HE IS. This is why I have a hope and a purpose.

[@somethingamusesme]

@@jennybaker5713 the reason why is in the Bible, sadly most Christians don't read the Bible these days (I am not exempt). Also, if you knew why, it would make you angry at humans. Read Genesis for example, God's love is so sharp it speared through my heart when I was losing faith, but then I read the book of Genesis. It made me realize that we are not deserving of God's love as humans. But still he gave us redemption through christ, it's a sad love reality (the Bible until now).

[@frequencygray7909]

Hey Joe, I don't know if u know this but in the Trench booklet there is a dedication of the album to God, for giving us His Son and leading the band's mission. Very powerful stuff, its there in the booklet!

[@wiseworksstudio]

That’s awesome! I actually forgot about that until you said this. Thanks for the comment!

[@frequencygray7909]

@@wiseworksstudio Fs fs!

[@АндрейМазуров-ч2й]

Hello. Where can I see this?

[@alyaaamer48]

Yk it's weird I'm not even a Christian and this band made my faith even stronger and they helped me as my mental health wasn't in the best shape ps. I'm a Muslim.

[@wiseworksstudio]

Honestly that’s a beautiful thing! We all are on the search for a higher power and how that effects our daily life and our eternal souls. And their music really speaks to that. Especially the songs relating to God. Thanks for leaving this comment Alyaa and sharing!

[@alyaaamer48]

@@wiseworksstudio well said! and you're welcome keep up the great work!

[@mr_mattsz]

Yep. They were so creative about sending a message in their song lyrics that is really meaningful.

[@ericmontiel3234]

I see T.O.P as the greatest Trojan horses for Christ I've ever seen. I just saw them in concert and we were legit worshiping during "Trees" I believe they have a secret mission of bringing people to Christ.

[@jennifercain4559]

💯

[@wiseworksstudio]

Thanks Eric! That is an interesting idea! Yes Trees I believe has always been like a tithe to God for their show. In many ways what they do is very worshipful! Personally I think they lead by example. What I mean by that is their lives and conduct are set up to not contradict themselves. Sadly, I believe if they were to come out and share the gospel at a show or in a video, I don't believe they would find much response. Simply because that is a very personal choice that many people make for themselves day to day. That seems like it would be a very hard sell. God could definitely do a work in people and use them to bring others to salvation, but I'm not sure if a secret mission is what they have in mind. When I first became a fan for a few years I thought a similar thing, but lately I have had a different thought. Here is my best guess. 1. For shows, it is a celebration of life and to keep moving forward. They have songs about God and end with trees because it's meaningful to them, and also, like I said, they are giving a tithe back to God for what He has given them. It is very discouraging to me (and I'm sure them as well) that the fan chant for trees has become "Here we f**king go!". Not sure why fans would do this when they themselves don't use language in their songs, or videos, or interviews at all. 2. The truly curious fans could see their lives and be convinced. A fan does't need to dig far to learn about their faith and how it is so important to the music. Yet so so many people ignore that side. But a few fans could see it, and WILL either be encouraged, or come to faith themselves. Again they are leading be example on this front. 3. They are helping the mental illness that is so powerful these days. Their main message has been find a kitchen sink if you have nothing else, and stay alive! This is beneficial for salvation! The less people finding themselves in a place considering taking their life is definitely a win for humanity, and the God that gave us life. 4. They are artists and they love good music and telling stories. Their secret narrative of Dema is complex and ready to be discovered around every turn. I myself understand this passion! It's fun, and it adding more artistic depth to an already beautiful body of work. Sorry for all this information, but I have to say I have been wanting to discuss this very idea with other fans to see what you think. I agree almost all they do is very worshipful, and that in itself is a powerful victory for people to possibly come to Christ. I have been following the church that Tyler grew up in and his family goes to online for a while now. It has helped me understand in many ways his faith background and even how he thinks of his faith in a small way. They are called five14 church, look them up here on youtube. Thanks again Eric for the comment! I appreciate you!

[@ericmontiel3234]

@@whatever9554 you should listen to thier first album

[@cookieguy1770]

@@whatever9554 if i may. GOD's existence does not depend on your belief in HIM.

[@cookieguy1770]

@@whatever9554 Please explain how that's your reason.

[@N-VAMusic]

I am secular, but I have been a huge fan of TOP since 2011. Their expression of faith is eloquent and thoughtful, leaving room for others to relate in their own ways.

[@Da_WizIV]

Dude I loved this video! This has been something that I have been thinking about for years. It’s what draws me to their music over and over. Trees is my favorite song and I thought I’d share what the song means to me personally. I look at it in 3 parts each time he begins to restart singing the lyrics again. The first time he sings through the lyrics you notice how the actual music itself isn’t as intense as later on. I believe that this first time through is him considering that God is out there but that he as a human is just too cowardly to chase after God and seek righteousness and he slumps back into the mindset that maybe God can’t help me after all. I believe that the little piano rif after shows that he is in a little bit of a depressing state of mind. Then the second time he sings through the lyrics the music gets way more upbeat thanks to Josh’ drums and after we listen to him sing through the lyrics a second time it doesn’t sound so much like he’s questioning God like he was the first time around. It sounds like he’s accepting that he is human and at times can be a coward but that he very much understands that God is real and actually can save and help him. Then the best part of the song in my opinion, which leads me to tears almost every time I listen to it, is the ending. He doesn’t sing through the lyrics again but it is just the music continually growing more and more powerful. I believe this to mean that the human has passed from their life on this earth and they are on their journey to meet God face to face finally so that their faith becomes sight and they finally see that God has been awaiting their arrival all along and they weren’t alone after all. The very very end when Tyler screams “hello” is the most powerful thing to me because it makes me think about that moment when he walk through the gates of heaven and see God calling out to us saying hello right back as we are so excited to finally meet our Savior. I hope that this explanation of what Trees means to me was enjoyable for you to read. Thanks!

[@wiseworksstudio]

Thanks David!! This is a beautiful breakdown! I love how for you it has parts to it and has a clear story. That’s what they want their music to be for. To take it for yourself and find comfort. Their music is literally our kitchen sink in many ways. That’s awesome dude! Thanks for sharing.

[@vidhoard]

Tyler gives thanks to God on the back of the new record Clancy saying: "A giant shoutout to God, thank you for keeping me alive." It seems his faith may still be there. ❤

[@wiseworksstudio]

Obviously we can’t know his relationship with God since he has not chosen to share that openly. But that is significant and I don’t see any evidence that he has lost his faith.

[@vidhoard]

@@wiseworksstudio my thoughts exactly.

[@krismm17]

They are so metaphoric and it’s almost intuitive the cycle you talk about is exactly! Exactly what I go through in my life! It’s insane! That’s why I vibe so much! It’s been a light for me

[@wiseworksstudio]

That’s great Kristy! Thanks for sharing 💪

[@JamesBritemusic]

Honestly an underrated Podcast love this! Keep it up

[@wiseworksstudio]

Thanks so much James! That means a lot!

[@iron1607]

i know this is 2 years old but i love tylers no phun intended

[@ccraisins2005]

What I love about TOP is that even if you're not religious you can appreciate their music. They don't shove it down your throat. They almost make having faith cool in an emo way...if that makes sense? They're a band I can listen too by myself and I can listen to them with my kids. Has anyone noticed they haven't performed Guns for Hands since the Parkland school shooting? I wish someone would ask them if there is a connection there.

[@brocingold4513]

They put it back on the setlist for the club shows on the takeover tour! I think they just had to roseate it out for a bit.

[@xmrgx]

i'm a christian and i've been to three diferent tøp concerts in diferent countries and they always end with Trees (don't know much about the recent eras). anyway, it's always like a time of praise and adoration to the point it's kinda weird. but i still see how it's a special moment, and i hope the real meaning still reaches new generations. (even if the band don't admit to it)

[@Rev11CIB]

Praise Jesus! Love Ty and Josh

[@chris_mac]

ME TOO THEY ARE MY FAVORITE CHRISTIAN MUSIC TO LISTEN TOOOOO AND NOBODY ELSE GETS IT W ME THANK GOD U GET IT !!: yayyyy

[@wiseworksstudio]

Lol I’m glad you can relate! Thanks!

[@mainbreakfast]

It would be cool to see them be more forth coming about their faith and the Truth out there. Maybe even after the dema universe wraps up.

[@blvrryvhs]

It would be so great, I think what comes after Clancy will be more reminiscent of Vessel

[@MechaKnuckles]

​@@blvrryvhsIdk if you've heard the leak, I won't spoil it. But the new song has subtle Christian elements in it. I wonder if later songs on Clancy will be about faith.

[@blvrryvhs]

@@MechaKnuckles next semester is so good and soooo has faith elements, glad they’re having a return to form

[@MechaKnuckles]

The voice that stops Tyler on the road might be God. Just a personal theory I have.@@blvrryvhs

[@MechaKnuckles]

@@blvrryvhs The voice that stops Tyler on the road might be God.

[@micah8260]

i found it interesting that the wasn't really any christian themes in scaled and icy. every album has had them up until this point

[@wiseworksstudio]

Yeah, Trench was the same way, but I actually think that an argument can be made for Formidable. That song does not really make clear sense if you try to interpret it through a person or a number of people. But listen to it from a perspective of God. Let me know what you think!

[@SeriouslyServin]

Yes! Scaled And Icy is propaganda so it’s crazy! But YES Formidable! I would say for Trench, Morph does talk about God though! “Above is blind belief, under is sword to sleeve, and around is scientific miracle. Let’s pick above and see.” But like he was saying in the video, Tyler was experimenting a world without God, but he still is a Christian.

[@yogurtyearner]

@@wiseworksstudio I feel like even though Trench was done as an experiment of a world without God, He was still very much there in the music, or at least His absence was. Like Sarah said, Morph mentions God, and Leave the City has some references to Him. Tyler has said that the opening lines are about him struggling with faith. SAI feels completely devoid of a God, not in the way Trench does as an intentional removal of Him with bits and pieces poking through, but more of an outside perspective as if he wasn't even there

[@mathmatics8034]

Many of the current fans seem very anti religion and anti America which is very odd to me. Tyler seems to be quite a religious conservative person and the fans did not seem this way long ago. Wonder why that is. Anyway great video. Well wishes and all the best.

[@chris_mac]

Those two are my favs too because they are their most godly songs yes !!:)

[@wiseworksstudio]

That’s awesome Christina!

[@chris_mac]

Trees and March to the sea I mean :)

[@wiseworksstudio]

Yes I remember! I also love taxi cab which I failed to mention on the podcast.

[@chris_mac]

@@wiseworksstudio oh you know I didn’t know their earlier music was more godly and so I’ll take a deeper listen to that one , I just listened to “clear” last night while reading lyrics and I was blown away at how he was talking about his father cleaning him if his dirty blood! Wow that’s a very -‘Jesus/dying for our sins’ heavy line ! Amazing

[@chris_mac]

@@wiseworksstudio I really only discovered them two years ago they got me through some very dark times when I needed to hear there anointed music so I started with trench it’s all I knew so I’m well versed in most songs on their albums except the one before regional at best

[@NotEnoughAlpacas]

Yoooo a podcast with Clifford. Awesome!

[@wiseworksstudio]

He does have his own podcast as well! You should look it up!

[@Wibblywobbly03-o7]

Dont know what the chance is you will see this but "Clear" off of the album Regional at Best really explains tylers point of view when introducing christian/evangelical writing in his music.

[@Wibblywobbly03-o7]

and i just saw someone else commented this... oops! great video!

[@wiseworksstudio]

Thank you!

[@durg8909]

Listen to “Leave the City”. Fire is a metaphor for faith in God throughout TOP’s songs, but Tyler is losing his faith.

[@MechaKnuckles]

I don't know if it's him saying he will lose his faith. Leave The City is a multi-layered song that also connects to the idea of su**ide as well as leaving Dema (breaking the cycle of depression). The lyric that confuses me the most is "in time I will leave the city, for now I will stay alive". I don't know which side means what.

[@durg8909]

@@MechaKnuckles “The burning is so low it's concerning 'Cause they know that when it goes out It's a glorious gone It's only time before they show me Why no one ever comes back with details from beyond” Tyler is clearly doubting the after life here. Leaving the city is usually seen as a good thing, representing leaving your mental struggles behind. One of these mental struggles is his spiritual battle. When he dies, he’ll leave the city, because your spiritual battles end. You’ll either be in heaven, hell, or you’ll learn neither even exist. “In time I will leave the city. For now I will stay alive.” This battle will end when he dies, but for now he’s staying alive so it continues.

[@lovrohadzic4261]

bro you deserve more subs :D

[@Odd1006]

I do kind of question how much of Christians they are, with some of the stuff theyve done with lgbt, like wearing a pride flag at a concert. Idk i guess that doesnt mean they out right support it but definitely a bit questionable. I still love them as a Christian but yea not sure exactly what their beliefs are.

[@wiseworksstudio]

I have had similar questions. But the place I have landed on the matter is their music is first a help against suicidal thoughts. It’s probable that no matter how they feel on this issue that they want to show support to the fans in that community that they have worth as people. Rather than a statement of support for the lifestyle. If you follow the Joseph family members on Instagram, you will see that Tyler has promoted his dad‘s devotional book that he’s written for their church and is still very connected in the Christian community especially through his family. And this was after concerts to which you are referring. You will also find if you dig that charity organizations. Tyler and Josh are connected with as well as friends they are still close to are based out of their church affiliations. And I could be wrong, Tyler has said that his personal faith does look different than the faith his parents have.

[@jessicafoulger2177]

​@@blvrryvhsit's a positive thing to show support for the LGBTQ+ community and the fact they are allies is comforting. Music is for everyone and unites all different kinds of people. You can be religious and still be accepting of gay people.

[@blvrryvhs]

@@jessicafoulger2177 forgot i commented that, definitely had some view shifts since then. i agree, music is for everyone

[@krismm17]

DOUBT all of there music is about faith and revealing truth

[@flurriex]

underrated

[@jenniferwinn4657]

Tyler talks about his Christianity a bit here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5quiHmsi7WEh7s

[@wiseworksstudio]

Thank you! Yes I have seen this interview moment. Thanks Jennifer!

[@lemonbirdo1353]

They're living in the world.

[@jsh_vanbuskirk_2787]

True 😢

[@joelwcrumbley]

I think Trees emulates the story of Zacchaeus in the Bible. I always have.

[@amandaecheona1457]

In the rap world this is Kendrick Lamar, it's masked behind narrative story telling and provactive words and imagery but it's still poi ting to something that resembles good news

[@wiseworksstudio]

Kendrick is awesome! I love his music and I have a music video reaction for N95 coming today. His profession of Christianity is a strange one at this point. I’m not sure if you know this but with this latest era he seems to be dabbling into some strange ideas. Check out this video breakdown by a guy I watch called Ruslan: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4rLhGuwjapqqK8

[@amandaecheona1457]

@@wiseworksstudio I follow him as well! Thank you Ruslan also linked 2 other points of view by 2 different KZbin and they were also interesting. Especially since the 1st line of the song is describing what the world is like and the the following song seems to describe the state of the world. I don't have an opinion yet but all very interesting 🤔

[@Roberto-dw5jz]

Fun fact: Twenty One Pilots isn't actually Christian Band but Tyler and Josh is Christians

[@wiseworksstudio]

yeah we know. They are a Rock band that deals with mental health and hope. But they do write music occasionally that deals with the emotions of a relationship with God.

[@Roberto-dw5jz]

@@wiseworksstudio yeah

[@Sam-hk7xt]

they were up till trench and tyler atleast isnt a theist anymore and openly criticizes religion

[@OstentatiousGrace]

this is not true. the religion that tyler is criticizing is fictional and is used as a storytelling device for the album's characters. he thanks God in clancy's album credits along with Trench's credits, and its still very clear he's a christian.

[@eddiearellano155]

Christian gaslighting…

[@wiseworksstudio]

Why do you think that?

[@troyan4aic]

TOP are definitely not Christians a fact, just listen to lyrics….

[@Robert._.j.Oppenheimer]

Have you? Listen to March to the sea. It’s about god telling Tyler to follow him instead.

[@angelinaxarmstrong]

They literally are😂

[@andrewrivera190]

A very good friend of mine is a worship leader. The man who trained my friend is good friends with Tyler and attends the same church. They are not very outspoken about their faith but they definitely are Christians. Lol