Christians React To Bad Religion - American Jesus Reaction!!

[@solitude7566]

This is one of my favorite reactions ever. The two go in with the preconceived notions (don't blame them lol) and then the big 180. There's also a good Palestine take baked in which is extra relevant today. Well done.

[@VinAndSori]

Appreciate it

[@MainelyW212]

It’s not Bad Christianity, Bad Judaism, or Bad Buddhism.... It’s Bad Religion.

[@SoDamnMetal]

really? i don't remember the part about the american buddha or mohammed

[@MainelyW212]

So Damn Metal .... yeah.... and Muslims and Buddhists don’t claim America was founded in the name of Mohammad or Buddha....my point is that it’s not “Religion is bad”..... it’s “Bad Religion” witch many evangelicals (extremists) are practicing and pushing on others while ignoring the basic fundamentals their religions are supposedly teaching them.

[@dr.phibesinred6066]

@@SoDamnMetal Muslims and Buddists are a minority in the US. Just like in Europe. You might be sarcastic and say "wait another 10-20 years". But the USA, just like Europe, are based on Christianity (American politicians swear on the bible, don't they?), so it's only fair to pick the main religion and critisize the bad parts.

[@gorillaump5869]

EXACTLY!!

[@ingobordewick6480]

@@dr.phibesinred6066 if you read the constitution, America was not build on Chrstianity. The founders fled Europe because of Religious doctrines putting on people from the government. It's sad what America has become these days. People like Jefferson would freak out if they stand up and see this...

[@biggusfrumpus6193]

Bad Religion is the thinking man's punk band. The lead singer is a professor at Cornell. I love this band!

[@seelenwinter6662]

AMERICAN JESUS I don't need to be a global citizen 'Cause I'm blessed by nationality I'm a member of a growing populace We enforce our popularity There are things that seem to pull us under and There are things that drag us down But there's a power and a vital presence It's lurking all around We've got the American Jesus See him on the interstate We've got the American Jesus He helped build the president's estate I feel sorry for the earth's population 'Cause so few live in the USA At least the foreigners can copy our morality They can visit but they cannot stay Only precious few can garner our prosperity It makes us walk with renewed confidence We got a place to go when we die And the architect resides right here We've got the American Jesus Bolstering national faith We've got the American Jesus Overwhelming millions every day He's the farmer's barren fields, the force the army wields Expressions on the faces of the starving millions The power of the man, the fuel that drives the klan He's the motive and the conscience of the murderer He's the preacher on TV, the false sincerity The form letter that's written by the big computers The nuclear bombs, the kids with no moms And I'm fearful that he's inside me (In god we trust Because he's one of us Break down, cave in He can redeem your sin Strong heart, clear mind And infinitely kind You lose, we win He is our champion) We've got the American Jesus See him on the interstate We've got the American Jesus Exercising his authority We've got the American Jesus Bolstering national faith We've got the American Jesus Overwhelming millions every day One nation, under God One nation, under God One nation, under God One nation, under God

[@Draugh39]

Have you listened to "Stiff Little Fingers"?

[@iota328]

100% Absolutely! Bad Religion is amazing and always will be. They make you think. The world needs more of this type of music. Greg, Jay, Brett and the guys are amazing.

[@smoothcremeux44]

There is a lot of “thinking man’s punk bands”

[@redfiveroe1138]

PHD so doesn't that make him Dr. Graffin?

[@crookedsouls]

The song is about George Bush Sr stating that 'Jesus was on the side of America' during the Gulf war. So Jesus loves America more than another country, which the rest of the world found amusing, to the American mindset about themselves.

[@markr.3332]

Crooked Souls I actually didn’t know that, thanks 👍🏻

[@tarjeidavidsen7611]

I think a lot of Europe probably remembered another guy, some time ago, saying something similar. But his exact words were "Gott mitt uns"

[@davebcf1231]

Not what the guy who wrote it has said about it, but to each their own I guess.

[@crookedsouls]

@@davebcf1231 Lead singer Greg Graffin and guitarist Brett Gurewitz wrote the song in response to US President George H. W. Bush's comment that the US would win the Gulf War (the first one) because God is on their side. It's pretty much a satirical view on the general American thought that the United States is the most powerful nation in the world because it is "One nation under God." www.songfacts.com/facts/bad-religion/american-jesus

[@davebcf1231]

@@crookedsouls lol songfacts. I'll take interviews with them over that. No citation or anything. Just someone's interpretation. Even one guy in the comments saying Vedder may have sang on it to spite Repubs. Graffin responded to something similar on Rock Feed's Wikipedia: fact or fiction. He said Vedder sang on that album because he was a big fan. Pearl Jam wasn't famous yet and Graffin ran into Vedder and asked him if he wanted to sing some backing vocals and a feature for the album. He jumped at the chance since he was a fan. There was nothing more to it than that.

[@garse70]

Opened up for them in ‘85. I was 16 yrs old. Was the best day of my life. Couldn’t have been nicer guys. The bassist laughed at me bass amp, and offered his bass amp for me to use. As long as we let their drummer use our drummers cymbals. It worked out.

[@defeatstatistics7413]

Jay Bentley? Dude is my hero.

[@inhumation_]

cap

[@mikethompson5212]

Got to open for them too for a handful of dates around the Midwest. Much more recently. Along with Stiff Little Fingers and The Offspring filling out the bill.

[@timbristle8200]

I was in punk band that opened for them in '89. Their bass player gave me. a No Control cassette that I have to this day.

[@danielmoynihan100]

DIY.

[@krustykrab34]

The truly intelligent discussion that unfurled after watching their faces react to the song was completely unexpected and wholly welcomed! That was fantastic.

[@marvelmite1]

Agreed! I watched this blind and know many self identified Christian's who take personal offence to this with seeing context! Very open minded, thought out comments, great vid!

[@jessegifford7913]

@@marvelmite1 I believe Gregg Graffin has said he regrets using the Cross Buster as their symbol (and maybe even calling themselves Bad Religion) because it turns people off without hearing their music. While they're clearly not huge supporters of organized religion, they don't spend nearly as much time attacking religion as the band name/symbol would suggest.

[@threeinacoinofficial2900]

Jesse Gifford too true. I saw an early interview where Greg said Jay or Brett (can’t remember) showed him the design and was just impressed at how offensive it was, without connotations, and that’s punk!

[@ItsAsparageese]

@@threeinacoinofficial2900 Yep, plus the guys were like ... 15? When they chose that logo haha, very different set of values and motives from a more adult critic of religion

[@jenwendy7]

I feel the same way. Very satisfying to see this song resonate here.

[@davemcculloch8220]

As a Bad Religion and Punk fan who grew up disliking organized religion, I have to say thank you. Thank you for not seeing the "Crossbuster" logo and deciding before you listened. As I have gotten older, I have gone from someone with very closed off views of religion, to someone who realizes that it is not all corrupt, and although the structure doesn't work for me, it does bring comfort and strength to those who feel differently. If more people took the time to listen to others with whom they don't necessarily agree, we would all be better for it. Great Job Vin and Sori!

[@LongGone77]

Great post!

[@StopTeoriomSpiskowym]

Religion its only indoctrination. enslaving people by telling them what to think and how to thing. Christan ans catholic show how they read holy Bible but religion served only interpretation of this. I still try to ask Christians about Putin a murderer who is believer (he is christian) of course they nothing to say like christianity mouderous not exist like as if he had ceased to be a Christian after the murder. But when christian he planned the murder, he was christan. Its Ok.

[@voiceofreason1208]

I was raised with faith in Jesus Christ and discovered punk and all heavy music around 6th grade which was in the mid 80s for me. Talk about a conflicted soul! I never took this song as anything other than standing against the idea that Jesus Christ somehow loves the United States more than anyone else. Also, it seems to be making a statement about Christian nationalism which I am completely against. I want government out of my faith and I sure as heck don't want a theocracy in government. That never ends well. We don't have to believe what each other does, but if we all at least respect each other's right to their own beliefs, this world can be at least 50% better than it is. 👍

[@StopTeoriomSpiskowym]

@@voiceofreason1208 In Jesus?

[@voiceofreason1208]

@@StopTeoriomSpiskowym In Jesus what? Not sure what you mean. Everyone has the right to believe or not believe whatever they want. We ALL also have the responsibility not to harass each other because of what they do or do not believe in. IF we as common people were able to actually do that, yes society would be better.

[@nilsjurgensen1894]

That moment when you realize that punk rock bands telling you the truth, even when it hurts. Thats why i'm listining this stuff since 30 years. You have to react to Dead Kennedys 'California über alles'. Greetings from Germany.

[@jensbaumann6945]

Moin Nils schätze wir sind ziemlich die gleiche Generation... einfach mal nen schönen Gruß. Immer schön auf Leute mit Geschmack zu treffen... ich find aber die we have got a bigger Problem version noch besser... jazziger.. egal kennedys sind groß

[@swamprabbit66]

DEAD KENNEDYS!!!

[@antimatter2380]

Same here, and as I get older, this whole album becomes more true and way more meaningful. It's also extremely disappointing that after 25+ years, nothing has changed.

[@nilsjurgensen1894]

@@antimatter2380 Yeah, sad but true. As my mother use to say: With every train comes a dumbass in to Town...😉

[@eisernfront8549]

Greetings my friend. Remember Iron Front.

[@kelea4198]

This is a great reaction. Their eyes, mouths, facial expressions. Is this their introduction to Bad Religion? It would explain a lot. Great song. Great band. The back up vocals are strong on this one. "You Lose, we win, he is our champion."

[@Reece_Hart]

These guys are hands down my favourite punk band. Greg is a genius when it comes to his lyrics.

[@tattooeduglyguy3376]

The new album is really good. :)

[@Wulfy96]

Same been listening to them for like 9-10 years. I love the new album too

[@TheHeartsdivided]

Mr Brett

[@chrisjett5830]

Most punk and ska music is political! Punk rock is my religion

[@chrisjett5830]

Also bush said "we will win because God is on our side". -american jesus

[@Pastega-]

I remember listening to this as a kid and instead of being offended, it changed my view of how those that were not American Christian or Christian of any kind thought of us. Made me really dive into the real Jesus. God can speak through whom ever he wants! Great reaction!!

[@bradoflynn7371]

Do more Bad Religion songs. This is a hilarious reaction to me, Bad Religion has been my favourite band since I was a teenager and I've heard this song so many times over the last 20 years that perhaps I've become desensitized to just how subversive and hard-hitting this song is. It's cool to see someone react to it for the first time. Also, do more Dead Kennedys songs. I'm digging this channel.

[@camaro25]

This song is just as relevant today as it was when it first came out. It's my favorite song of all time. It's just so good.

[@felipecalcado7414]

Exactly same here man

[@patgeta2678]

Great video, y'all. As an Atheist, it's awesome to see Christians actually listen to a song like this and not dismiss it based on the band's and/or song's name, and then actually think about it's meaning. This is the first video of your's I've watched, and I enjoyed how in depth you went, relating the lyrics to events taking place at the time the song was written. You even recognized a few things the song expressed that I thought you might miss, like the dangers of politics and dogmatic religion intertwining. I hope you take the time to listen to more Bad Religion tunes if you haven't already. I think you would really enjoy, understand, and consider their commentary on Religious, Political, Social, and Personal issues. Again, great video.

[@voiceofreason1208]

I'm 50 and was raised with faith in God and Jesus Christ. I also discovered heavy music around the age of 12. 🤣🤣 I take or leave bad religions music for obvious reason. I love the fast aggressive sound of their earlier albums, say Suffer and and prior. Great stuff to skate to! Obviously I don't agree with everything they say but a lot of the social and political commentary is spot on. Even this song, never once did I take this as a slam against Christianity on a whole, but the idea that somehow Jesus Christ loves the United States more, or that he's a uniquely American idea. Also making comment against Christian nationalism, which I'm totally against. I like the government out of my faith and I like keeping faith out of government. Those two mix about as well as oil and water.

[@healthyb-fu5zd]

You're a fool if you don't understand the fact that Christianity is responsible for the creation of the most prosperous civilization the world has ever know. Read a fucking book.

[@tylerwest9962]

Great video you two. This was the first video of yours I've seen. I really appreciate that you came into it with an open mind and actually listened to what the band was saying; opposed to just calling it blasphemy and moving on.

[@ericpirillo7260]

Now your tapping into my youth, nice choice. Intelligent, real dudes , not attacking followers of gospel but the false politics in the name of religion.

[@Weeks340]

I love Bad Religion and I was anticipating a different reaction but you guys showed a lot of understanding and respect to a band that helped shape my life. Good job .

[@wtbgamegenie]

I don’t know what I was expecting when I clicked “Christian’s react to bad religion” but it certainly wasn’t hearing a Christian explain the nuanced historical context of a Bible verse for the first time on KZbin. Subbed

[@rw-gh2gg]

Those 3:06 - 3:10 faces say everything without a single word spoken LOL

[@adamdev9391]

lol

[@Draugh39]

Punk-slapped. ....

[@EBear-nt2li]

Agreed. This is what happens when the mind is thinking, challenged, and blown away. Most of the metal they listen does not have this effect.

[@ItsAsparageese]

You'd think, but it's really easy to assume they'll react differently than they did

[@adrianmendoza5467]

One looks frustrated with the lyrics and the other is scared and intrigued at the same time

[@taramerryman7330]

I love how they actually understood what Greg was saying. Bad Religion has been my favorite punk band since I was 15 in the early 90’s. A lot of their lyrics hold a mirror to society as a whole and forces us to look at ourselves and challenge what we follow and believe blindly. Their new album “Age of Unreason” is no different and may just be one of their best efforts to date. 🤘

[@kurtward3796]

Great way of saying it, the use their art and certainly Greg's phenomenal lyracs as a mirror for society

[@nikoma_]

Same here and completely agree ✅🚫✝️

[@offspringfan1288]

They did what rage against the machine wanted to do.. not knocking on RATM because I love them to death, but Bad Religion did it better in my opinion!

[@troyo911]

They didn't though. They didn't realise that the lyrics in the first verse were sarcastic.

[@themagicman1986]

The look on Vin’s face was worth the whole video. This is a great song that more Christian’s need to listen to....or relate to.

[@seelenwinter6662]

AMERICAN JESUS I don't need to be a global citizen 'Cause I'm blessed by nationality I'm a member of a growing populace We enforce our popularity There are things that seem to pull us under and There are things that drag us down But there's a power and a vital presence It's lurking all around We've got the American Jesus See him on the interstate We've got the American Jesus He helped build the president's estate I feel sorry for the earth's population 'Cause so few live in the USA At least the foreigners can copy our morality They can visit but they cannot stay Only precious few can garner our prosperity It makes us walk with renewed confidence We got a place to go when we die And the architect resides right here We've got the American Jesus Bolstering national faith We've got the American Jesus Overwhelming millions every day He's the farmer's barren fields, the force the army wields Expressions on the faces of the starving millions The power of the man, the fuel that drives the klan He's the motive and the conscience of the murderer He's the preacher on TV, the false sincerity The form letter that's written by the big computers The nuclear bombs, the kids with no moms And I'm fearful that he's inside me (In god we trust Because he's one of us Break down, cave in He can redeem your sin Strong heart, clear mind And infinitely kind You lose, we win He is our champion) We've got the American Jesus See him on the interstate We've got the American Jesus Exercising his authority We've got the American Jesus Bolstering national faith We've got the American Jesus Overwhelming millions every day One nation, under God One nation, under God One nation, under God One nation, under God

[@bryanmerritt2744]

@@seelenwinter6662 don't f with greg g!

[@stellamaris9172]

Bad Relgion fan, former evangelical Christian here(now agnostic. I still find value in Christ's teachings as well as those of the Buddha, etc.), and I love what you had to say-very thoughtful and relevant! The world needs more Christians like you!

[@fredfune1219]

I appreciate both your genuine conversation about this song and the topic at hand. I remember being in Jr High when we invaded Kuwait. And at the same time, I was discovering Bad Religion and was inspired by their thought-provoking lyrics. I always believe that they were true to their nature of a Punk Band, by questioning those things that we take for granted as "truth" or "Belief".

[@solitude7566]

The take on the lyrics seem pretty spot on. It's nice to see song reactions that go into so much detail over every line, well done.

[@TheNeonParadox]

There's a reason their vocalist is currently a professor at Cornel with multiple PhDs. He's a smart guy, and that comes through in his music. Glad you guys understood it and liked it.

[@ShadyLurker84]

God Song Atheist Peace God's Love Come Join Us Epiphany Seriously, you could do Bad Religion for a month and be blown away everytime by their lyrics and music. Even their first album when they were merely teenagers have some very clever pokes at religion. Also, Eddie Vedder from Pearl Jam sang backup on this song.

[@barbaramelian509]

Yes! He sang back up vocals in American Jesus and he sings the second verse in Watch it die. Eddie is a self-proclaimed BIG fan of Bad Religion :) .

[@xSergioRottenx]

Bad Religion - Sorrow Make the punk week a punk month.

[@viralchowda]

Yep, Sorrow is one of my most favorite Bad Religion songs.

[@AProblemSituation]

Sorrow is an amazingly good song.

[@jmschmidt320]

I am today 46, been into BR since the mid 80's (edit: 1990 "Against the grain" is more true), and saw them for the first and last time in Gothenburg, Sweden, summer 17. Going to Madrid, Spain, next week and will see them again. I will be waiting for that song cause it is beyond and without a question one of the strongest they have written (amongst sooo many)

[@sixt9coug]

xSergioRottenx Especially with the major biblical references throughout, it would be fun.

[@Wtfjexxican]

I was so proud when my 4 year old was singing along with Sorrow a couple years ago. This band is amazing!

[@DugiDevetCarabolium]

Guy i love your reactions here and thematic conversation you touch, because i was a kid from that period you talk to. I got so much flashback with your reactions when song playing yoouuu :O and after the song conversation, i remember everything. Cheers guys!

[@lowbow9028]

Check out Greg Graffin, singer. Very clever guy. Pretty good solo Career too.

[@cirith100]

Low Bow didn’t know he had solo records

[@argentrader]

"American Lesson" is a great album by Graffin.

[@greatmotherfuckers]

@@argentrader "American Lesion"

[@scottmclarty2400]

"I always wanted to be a missionary" Next Bad Religion reaction should be Come Join Us

[@robertcraane7910]

Deepest respect that you did this... Every word is truth...

[@Gnarkill1959]

*Looks at crossbuster* 'This is gonna be a Christianity is a terrible religion video'' *30 seconds into the song* 🤯🤯🤯

[@jessegifford7913]

That exact reaction is why the band has expressed regret at using the crossbuster as their symbol. It was mostly a result of edgy kids being edgy and choosing a symbol that would piss people off, as adults the recognize how counter productive that is.

[@dport9563]

Bad Religion Songs 21st Century Digital Boy I Want to Conquer the World Generator

[@jensbaumann6945]

Suffer, Sanity, you are the government, land of competition, we are only gonna die from our own arrogance, how much is enough..... and so on

[@claudioferraro1652]

The god song and operation rescue, bad religion rules

[@teapot6517]

Los Angeles is burning, sorrow

[@portugahbk]

Cease

[@aderbalnunesm]

if I put my favorite songs here, will not fit in the comments lol

[@damnpete]

I like how Vin is pretty well educated and the fact that he comes from a very different background than myself yet still we agree on many topics. This is one of my favorite songs, one of my favorite bands. I think this is in part a criticism towards the USA general mentality of superiority towards the "rest of the world", part criticism towards the intermingling of the politics with religion and the banalization of religiousness, subverting faith to manouver and manipulate the masses. We frown upon foreign religion-states, yet one could say that USA is one as well, and I think that's the root of the songs criticism. Now, even though Vin is really conscious of a lot of the issues, I have to disagree with the use of "protecting" that he uses to define the military actions... It's funny how it always happens to be that the countries that USA is so worried about "protecting" are those that have oil reserves... must be a coincidence, right?

[@papaflashss2593]

I was ready to get really mad when they took the headphones off, but they both are reasonable and they both understand what he was saying with American Jesus. Thank lawd.

[@crassforever.4271]

Good band tuneful and intelligent. Like watching your videos always interesting and fair. For Punk week maybe try Crass "Do They Owe Us Living?". Thanks.

[@captaincrespo3327]

Crass Forever. Yes 10000%. They’ll probably hate it tho haha

[@victorbautista5749]

CRASS!!!!-

[@victorbautista5749]

CONFLICT!!!

[@alfonsokabob4910]

My favorite song by one of my favorite bands. Bad Religion fucking rocks

[@michaelstreich7734]

Finally, Vin was TRIGGERED!

[@broccoli919]

I am just an atom in an ectoplasmic sea Without direction or a reason to exist The anechoic nebula rotating in my brain Has persuaded me contritely to persist

[@dirkroettgers]

Thanks for taking this on with an open mind and with honesty, even though you had no reason to expect this would conform with your world view. Doing that takes courage. Also, thanks for voicing your views plainly, I learned a bit more about how conservative Americans think.

[@dbessent76]

Bad Religion's lyrics weren't a criticism of Christianity, but a criticism of the political system that hides itself in the cloak of Christianity.

[@slingster]

This song was included on their Christmas album which donated a portion to victims of sexual abuse by priests.

[@Deathmetal-e7i]

Hahaha

[@healthyb-fu5zd]

Ie: drawing even more unjustified attention to the criminal priests. If they actually gave a shit about helping children, they would draw attention to the fact that hundreds of thousands of children are abused by government employees (teachers) every year.

[@groundef]

Religious, Christian, agnostic, atheist, doesn’t matter, because the song and lyrics are phenomenal and brought up valid points. I agree 100%. One of my favorite songs of all time. It’s not about the gulf war, or a specific time. It’s just the attitude, sense of entitlement and favoritism, and the history of the USA christianity. God’s favorite country. Lol.

[@psychoticbunnyrabbit9186]

If you´re doing Punk Week, play some Misfits. The early stuff with Danzig. Bullet, Skulls, Astro Zombies, Last Caress, Bloodfeast, Queen Wasp...

[@Nudelnsohn]

Bullet would be very interesting to see . *giggle*

[@skornthesnake6935]

Anything off Earth AD. except Die Die. Just so over played. The thrashy jams kill though

[@gorillaump5869]

Misfits have nothing intelligent to say and that's their aim, Its Horror punk. These 2 wouldn't go past the first minute of 20 eyes.

[@fullskapunkalchemist3471]

Hybrid Moments and She might be interesting, but in terms of lyrics the only good songs from the misfits are actually Graves' songs (ie descending angel, Saturday nights, and dig up her bones) despite the fact that in terms of music Danzig is way better than Graves.

[@jommywop]

Ah Bad Religion. Making Christians think twice for almost 40 years. One of my personal favorite bands. Opened my eyes to the patent absurdity of all religion and I'll be grateful until I'm rotting in the ground.

[@mightybrotherx]

So happy you react to Bad Religion.

[@CapeetoMeHigh]

i'm from Europe and i ve been fan of Bad Religion for SOOO long.. i ve heard many songs/groups i like on your channel and appreciated your analysis and reactions in general, but i must say finding em here and finally havin an "explaination" from a closer point of view it was awesome! keep up your good work and, in case you want some more Bad Religion go for Los Angeles is Burning, You , Epiphany!

[@henrikduende]

"Atheist peace" May i suggest a Bad Religion week :-))

[@jmob919]

There are enough songs that deserve play that they could literally spend two weeks at two songs a day and still have great songs left over!!

[@satansbrother2071]

Agreed

[@John57945]

HAIL ATHEISM!

[@marxismleninismkanyeism6440]

@@John57945 the song is talking about the hypocrisies in atheism and about how so many of us see themselves as higher because we dont believe in god

[@John57945]

I disagree. I think the song is about how Christian US citizens see themselves as better than others for being born in the US. This song has nothing to do with Atheism.

[@ExUSSailor]

This song is the greatest condemnation of American Exceptionalism ever written.

[@bluespinsix6987]

I’m glad to see you listen with an open mind. Good show

[@zombiewriter7530]

Bad Religion have Some of the most intelligent lyrics. And they are a kickass live band. Let's have a reaction to T.S.O.L. code blue. :)

[@onwardyuh4008]

Weathered Statues T.S.O.L

[@krustykrab34]

I don't think they'd make it through the song, right?

[@paranoidplane9799]

Do Bad Religion still tour??

[@squidwardtentacles3815]

@@paranoidplane9799 Yes! I just saw them last month and it was amazing.

[@3rdmember]

They would never do code blue.way to explicit for them.

[@stephenclair6343]

Thank you so much for the great reaction. You should definitely react to more bad religion songs. Check out this Canadian punk band named Propagandhi. They are another punk band who discuss religion and politics in their songs. Love you guys!

[@DIYMississippiFilmworks]

Started the video expecting one reaction...got a nice surprise with the reaction I got. Thank both of yall for understanding what the song was about and not just reacting to the Band's logo and name.

[@Damiana_Dimock]

YASS, GURL!! 'Bout time we get to Bad Religion! Unlike The Plasmatics and the Sex Pistols, Bad Religion is in a genre of Punk alongside The Clash and The Dead Kennedys, a genre that is dense af lyrically. One of the biggest Pop Punk bands with serious lyricism. My biggest concern while watching the song was being concerned that they might've assumed the band's lyrics are sincere and not performing a character--singing from a different POV. Based on a part of the discussion I definitely recommend checking out Straylight Run's cover of the Bob Dylan song, "With God On Our Side." I hope Propagandhi is next, maybe also check out one of my favorite band The Broadways "15 Minutes," "Police Song," or Everything I Ever Wanted To Know About Genocide I Learned In The 3rd Grade." And a band I loved in high school but haven't really followed all that much Anti-Flag "Angry, Young, And Poor," "Police Story," "Die For The Government," or "Visques, Puerto Rico: Bikini Revisited." Also, some songs off my favorite Rancid album, Life Won't Wait, "Bloodclot," "Life Won't Wait," and "Wrongful Suspicion."

[@tejashbohra3311]

welcome to BAD RELIGION and punk rock!!!

[@jmarasco510]

Incredible band. Great lyricist.Greg is very intelligent.. 2 ph. D's. They are not anti-religion, however they themselves aren't religious. They mostly sing about politics and corruption. Great reaction. First bad religion reaction ive seen. I highly recommend u do many more by them. They will blow your mind

[@thebleeding6518]

This is a very refreshing perspective to see from Christians. Thanks for sharing and being open minded and receptive to this message

[@Simbstah1]

This one i really enjoyed! Your dissection of the song and the meaning behind it makes it so good with Bad Religions deeper than avarage lyrics and meanings. You should really check out more of this, they have songs about social problems (Billy, the numbers game), religious problem throughout the years (Sinister Rouge, The new dark ages, Gods love), the upcome of mankind (Fertile Crecent) and lots of philosophical songs (Chimeara).

[@Simbstah1]

Also, they just pushed album no. 15 and have yet to release a bad song.

[@mr.esmathvideos9222]

Thank you for this thoughtful reaction. I appreciate your openness. Probably too late for this request, but their song “Faith Alone” is another thought-provoking song.

[@awglasgo]

You should do "Let Them Eat War". One of my favorite songs and contains a deep message.

[@buckyhate7695]

Lots of bands have criticized evangelical Christianity . Only Bad Religion can do so, in such an eloquent and direct way. They are Punk Rock, for people with unsinkable intellect.

[@josephmelnyk9988]

The weird but awesome thing about Bad Religion is they have both non-believers and Believers as fans of their music

[@trumphatesyou]

I'm in the middle!

[@josephmelnyk9988]

@@trumphatesyou some people are

[@andrewheitmeyer9945]

I’m considered a believer and I’ve been listening to them since middle school…2000-2002. I don’t agree with their politics or other nonsense but shit I’ll still listen to them.

[@josephmelnyk9988]

@@andrewheitmeyer9945 I guess you're of the minority

[@sylentlight6771]

Thank yall so much for reviewing this song! The first time I saw yall you were reviewing Ghost and now that you have reviewed a song by Bad Religion - one of the most iconic punk bands ever... AND really understood and payed attention to the lyrics I'm subscribing. There are SO many punk bands out there with such important messages in their lyrics but the vast majority of people just brush them off and don't even give them a chance because "Oh, punk rock, 3 chords and anarchy, that's all it is" and they don't see that the usually simplistic instrumentals are meant to not overshadow what they are trying to say. Yall have earned much respect from me with this, thank you!

[@vhugom]

Bad Religion is an amazing band, more please, The Answers, Only Entertainmet are great songs.

[@davidharris9381]

I've never seen your videos before and from the tagline, I didn't expect you to get the message of this song. Deepest respect for your open minds and understanding.

[@FrancoUnAmericano]

Greg wrote a book together with a priest. It's kinda interesting.

[@Weeks340]

Have you thought about the universe? How did it make you feel?

[@goatmansasquatch1485]

@@Weeks340 I’m high

[@andyphelps6993]

What book?

[@user-xf2pp4re1g]

@@andyphelps6993 Is belief in god good, bad or irrelevant? Edited by Preston Jones

[@andyphelps6993]

@@user-xf2pp4re1g thank you.

[@travisdobbe9897]

Excellent vid! I found this randomly as a BR fan. Coming from a Christian upbringing, it makes me smile to see y'all approach this intelligently. They dont hate religion or christianity. They, like many punk bands, point out the flaws of belief without question.

[@sicksons7791]

they've got 40 years of jaw dropping lyrics just like this...

[@brianeggo]

Really nice to see such a fair and thoughtful reaction. The band's name & logo are provocative, and so is the song title ... but lyrically I'd say they're head and shoulders above most other bands.

[@mikemontgomery2654]

I love how one bad religion song got you two talking so profoundly. I’d love to see what one album does.

[@voodooskullman5137]

True power right there ....... TRUTH

[@ItsAsparageese]

I LOVE this. What an awesome and authentic and sincere reaction! Mad props to you guys for recognizing what the song is criticizing and engaging with that in a good faith discussion, instead of oversimplifying and misunderstanding its message. This is really cool to watch and your open-mindedness is a true virtue. You're doing a great job practicing the kinds of humble qualities that I understand Christians are *supposed* to try to cultivate in themselves. Amen, more people need to quit letting themselves get so triggered by challenges to practices and ways of thinking that turn up in their communities! Bad Religion is my favorite band and it's awesome to see their message being heard for what it truly is. I have no doubt that many Christians and punks and everyone in between have been and will continue to be brought together in honest discussion, thanks to you helping to elevate the discourse. :)

[@lokidecat]

Same album: "Struck A Nerve".. arguably the best song I've ever heard by them. They are my favorite band. Against the Grain, and No Control are two albums I can listen to endlessly. Great reaction.

[@ryanweible9090]

i woudl argue that "Struck a nerve" should be required listening for any christian. Also reminds me of the song from brave saint Saturn "the heart still beats"

[@DaveTheFuckingBrave]

I only find the final lyrics of this tune to be really connected to Christianity. Not sure about the chorus nor the two main verses. That final lyrics segment is so powerful though : I try to close my eyes but I cannot ignore the stimuli. If there’s a purpose for us all it remains a secret to me. Don’t ask me to justify my life

[@voodooskullman5137]

Why do we pity the dead

[@southpawdj]

I'm an Ex solider, and yes Bad Religion was my favorite band before I signed up. I was enlisted during the mid-90s , and I was torn the entire time. After I got out their music has become a cry for all to listen.

[@Xorgrim]

Well, the US had armed Saddam against Iran in the 80s and promised him, he could keep all the oil fields he would conquer. But he didn't. And he still wanted his oil fields. So he took them from Kuwait. But then the US said, wait a second, the Kuwaites deliver their oil to us, you can't take that oil. It's ours. That 's why the US went to "rescue" them.

[@TheHeartsdivided]

So good. Genuine dialogue. More videos like this can only help. To Interpret intelligence especially poetic resistance to the populace is not a fashion. Compelling!!

[@MickeRamone]

Ok im subscribed, this was very interesting to see you guys reaction, PLEASE do more BAD RELIGION, they are insanely good and especially the lyrics

[@corwin32]

This was a fantastic conversation. I'd love to buy y'all a coffee. Also--thanks for listening to the _whole_ song before discussing it.

[@mikepowell4772]

That face when he realizes everything during a Bad Religion song \m/

[@Ramblebar]

Found this randomly on KZbin while watching Bad Religion videos and although I thought this was gonna be two evangelicals bellyaching and whining about how this song tears down christianity and christians but was pleasantly surprised that this was an intelligent conversation although I disagree ardently with their evangelical slant KUDOS that being said I have been a fan of Bad Religion since I was a young teenager in Lakewood,Colorado (especially Suffering 🤟🤟🤟) and even though I have not been all that crazy about their output in recent years I will always go to the mat and continue to have immense respect for Bad Religion because as a Punk Kid among lameasses who just liked lame mainstream music and psuedo hippies who liked shit such as Phish,Grateful Dead,Widespread Panic and String Cheese Incident Bad Religion was one of the bands who would always come through Denver when a good number of bands would bypass Denver in the 90's(BR would at times even come twice in a year) and having the pleasure of being at those shows I will always have immense respect for Greg.Brett and the Boys !!!

[@vladtepes9614]

The video maker left out some of the lyrics - I don't need to be a global citizen, 'Cuz I'm blessed by nationality. I'm member of a growing populace, We enforce our popularity. There are things that seem to pull us under and, There are things that drag us down. But there's a power and a vital presence, That's lurking all around. We've got the American Jesus, See him on the interstate. We've got the American Jesus, He helped build the President's estate. I feel sorry for the Earth's population, 'Cuz so few live in the U.S.A. At least the foreigners can copy our morality, They can visit but they cannot stay. Only precious few can garner our prosperity, It makes us walk with renewed confidence. We got a place to go when we die, And the architect resides right here. We've got the American Jesus, Bolstering national faith. We've got the American Jesus, Overwhelming millions every day. He's the farmer's barren fields, (In God) The force the army wields, (We trust) Expressions on the faces of the starving millions, (Because He's one of us) The power of the man, (Break down) He's the fuel that drives the Klan, (Cave in) He's the motive and the conscience of the murderer, (We can redeem your sins) He's the preacher on T.V., (Strong heart) The false sincerity, (Clear mind) The form letter that's written by the big computers, (And infinitely kind) The nuclear bombs, (You lose) The kids with no moms, (We win) And I'm fearful that he's inside me... (He is our champion) We've got the American Jesus See him on the interstate We've got the American Jesus Exercising his authority We've got the American Jesus Bolstering national faith We've got the American Jesus Overwhelming millions every day One nation, under God...

[@pssthpok]

The counterpoint lyrics dovetail beautifully with the main lyrics, and I always found them kind of freaky... made me wonder if people actually had thoughts like this.

[@MrSquare]

I've seen quite a few reactions to this song and it's just absolutely fantastic to have you guys nail the meaning in the first sentence you say after the song finished.

[@ingovonderluhe2174]

Amazing Live Band,Amazing political Lyrics....now its a NEED to react to DEAD KENNEDYS/JELLO BIAFFRA !!!

[@SimonH109]

They did Holiday in Cambodia

[@donkeykong910]

This man almost got it. Lol, almost. You know he got in trouble for his pg rated understanding. This lady shot daggers all day

[@ProgrammedForDamage]

May I suggest the book "Is Belief in God Good, Bad or Irrelevant?" which is a compilation of e-mails between Greg G and a pastor.

[@spinynorman5269]

A very interesting read. The man Greg corresponds with is called Preston Jones.

[@edwinbonilla7986]

The critics Dr. Graffin drops in this songs are pure truth, and you can underline it with red when you've seen amerincan missionaries working in your country.

[@rebbeshort]

I'll help you out here Edwin with your good comment... You mean "critiques" not critics there.

[@20eyes75]

Great reaction! Would love to see some Descendants or Minor Threat or even Black Flag

[@basedsalty6970]

What about the Bad Brains...

[@trevcornwall8160]

Great song! And great review! By the look on your faces during the song I didn't think it was gonna go that way but fair play! And by the way I shower every day fyi we're no different across the pond but I'm sure you weren't fooled haha

[@xSanctusx]

We are getting closer and closer to Rise Against... I'm waiting...

[@wasskay13]

Uh-oh. The secret is out. BR just got more fans. Lol. Really appreciate everything you said. In a world of “them and us” 😉, this critique was very refreshing to see. I’ve been an atheist for as long as I can remember but would never in a million years tell you or anyone what to believe. I respect your point of view (may not agree) and see this video as a respectable way of opening dialogue and having an intelligent conversation. Mad respect to you both! You’re just scratching the surface guys. You’ve got about 17 albums to go! 😆

[@phrozt]

I'm not sure if you looked into it at all, but I'm hoping you found an explanation on why they call themselves "Bad Religion" and what a "bad religion" is. It's pretty profound, but when your front man is a doctor and a teacher, it's to be expected he has a profound outlook on our culture.

[@michaeldugan3544]

Been watching for awhile. Bad Religion is my favorite band. This made me subscribe. I love the open discussion.

[@francescopresotto4796]

What did you expect from the best in business? Nothing but good!!!!

[@KernowekTim]

Two lovely, fair-minded human beings. I was very impressed by them listening to the whole recording, before, commenting. God bless them both.

[@jeroenkoster1366]

I think you will like a lot of Bad Religion songs; good, intelligent and thought provoking lyrics guaranteed.

[@ryanweible9090]

i enjoyed your take. was a bit worried for a second . I noticed you mentioned how many of the big worship bands have not used their microphone to criticize this stuff, and you are right, one(really two i guess) that i felt is good at this is the band "five iron frenzy" and especially their side project "brave saint saturn" some really good ones to check out are "heart still beats" and "blessed are the landmines", and for fif "giants" "anchors away" " the day we killed" " banner year" "american kryptonite" and "God hates flags"

[@grayskull1521]

You should do a reaction to Propaghandi.

[@laceemtight2651]

haillie sellase up your ass!

[@peboblank2786]

The only good fascist is a dead fascist or anything off How to clean everything.

[@helmutschieder6835]

Oh yeah! Do "fuck Religion"

[@mrmadisonlv]

Anti-Manifesto!! Ska Sucks!

[@MrSkullHead1250]

I went to the annual ''Punk in the park'' festival this year, which was in Orange County California. Bad Religion headlined the event, and it was a great experience. Got to see a bunch of bands I never heard of, and of course the ones I have. I'm newer to punk music. I grew up with samplings of different punk songs, especially in the 90's and early 2000's, but I wasn't like hardcore into the genre. Punk has sort of come in clutch in my life though, I'm hearing so much I can relate to, and getting my eyes opened to the community, and ears open to new songs. Suicidal Tendencies has had the biggest effect on me, and I can say that they are my favorite punk band for sure, followed by Dead Kennedys lol.

[@ricardorodriguez7313]

Listen to the Dead Kennedy's Police Truck

[@bossiebos881]

Dean h He actually does understand the sarcasm/cynicism , she doesn’t always. He gets the song pretty much to it’s fullest extent. Ironically, her reaction to using the word “nigger” as opposed to his was fun to watch. xD Fun fact: DK’s longtime drummer is African-American himself, which makes her reaction even more funny. Could see her brain going “you can’t use that word!” Yes. Yes, you can.

[@bossiebos881]

Dean h Only the first part of my response was aimed at you. The rest was just me saying stuff. Sorry for the confusion. :)

[@natemiller5915]

Nailed it guys! As a long time BR listener it was nice to have a breakdown of the song. There songs are usually are hard and fast and it's difficult to extract all the wisdom in their words

[@matthewmohri9990]

Oh Dear Lord, people reacting to a PHD Level Professor who teaches at UCLA and Cornell Universities as well as has written books on theoretical evolutionary biology.

[@AAFJohnBanks]

I'm glad you finally did a Bad Religion reaction video! This band is amazing! Btw, another god song is Sinister Rouge and God Song.