A Rocket & A Bomb

Speaking of taste...one of my favorite songwriters is Michael Knott (of LSU, Aunt Bettys, Cush - the most u2-like of knott's stuff, Lifesavers fame). Much like Dylan, he's got a lot of rough edges, a bit of maverick and is often misunderstood. He is an alcoholic, recently divorced, but has a clear love for his Maker. This belief in God however, does not mean he does not question God or his own struggles. His music is all about authenticity & asking real life questions. One of my favorite songs & albums by him is entitled Rocket & A Bomb. In it he questions & recognizes some of the bizarre things we often pray for. I think we often forget that prayer, like all forms of communication, needs to be two-way. We are very good at making requests and even making demands of God, but we often forget to listen to what He is telling us.

"Rocket and a Bomb"

Mr. In and Mrs. In

Can you please tell me what's in

And what is wrong with me

I'm never in your company

Mr. Out and Mrs. Out

What is this all about

Before you know it you've come in

And all I ever wanted

Was a good job and some bus fare

And a rocket and a bomb

A rocket and a bomb

Mr. Bill is there a Mrs. Bill

Does she tell you how you should feel

Does she let you get away

Will Sluggo come and make me pay

Mr. Bank is there a Mrs. Banks

Is she the one that turns the crank

Is there a Mary Poppins still

And all I ever wanted

Was a good job and some bus fare

And a rocket and a bomb

A rocket and a bomb

Mr. Life and Mrs. Life

Are you really in for life

Are you planning to make a break

Could it be a big mistake

Mr. God is there a Mrs. God

Could she help me find a job

One that pays enough to take

A rocket and a bomb

My favorite lyrics may sound simple from the outside, but when you savor them, explore them - suddenly you taste their actual depth. U2's lyrics have always done that for me and that is why I like Knott's music as well.