The song "Jesus Piece" by Genetikk tells the story of a person who is immersed in a lifestyle of wealth, drugs, and excess. The lyrics describe the presence of a weighing scale on a table, symbolizing the measurement of drugs being sold. The protagonist also wears a "Jesus Piece" on their gold chain, which refers to a pendant of Jesus or a religious symbol. The lyrics also mention plastic bags full of money being counted next to them and the comparison of a handprint on someone's cheek to the Virgin Mary. The lyrics express a disregard for religious practices such as praying the rosary and portray money as dirty and corrupting. The protagonist's eyes are described as red, possibly from drug use or crying, and there is a reference to a sexual encounter with someone whose legs are wrapped around their neck like the pendant on their gold chain. As the song continues, the lyrics depict the protagonist rolling marijuana joints and having a lot of money, highlighting the connection between wealth and drugs. The lyrics also mention the feeling of being high and the need for something like a parachute to come down from that state. Despite their extravagant lifestyle, the protagonist doesn't feel fulfilled and experiences a constant sense of unease. The chorus emphasizes the weight and burden carried by the protagonist, represented by ten Jesus Pieces, symbolizing heavy gold chains with Jesus pendants around their neck. The lyrics mention a long list, possibly referring to the consequences or troubles associated with their lifestyle, which is compared to endless papers. The second verse delves deeper into the protagonist's inner thoughts and mental struggles. They describe the weight of their thoughts, which they compare to dividing bricks in their mind. The lyrics also touch upon the protagonist's success and the envying eyes of those around them. Despite their apparent wealth and fame, the protagonist expresses a sense of fear and darkness, demonstrated by mentioning burning blunts to ward off their anxiety. The lyrics also touch upon the relationship between the protagonist and a partner who willingly endures pain for their pleasure, likening it to the desire for intimate piercings. The mention of the Devil's advocate as their lawyer suggests a moral ambiguity and perhaps a justification for their actions. The lyrics conclude with a reference to being broke despite the belief that time equals money, and a comparison between the protagonist's dedication to their lifestyle and the pendant hanging from their gold chain. Overall, "Jesus Piece" portrays the protagonist's indulgent and troubled lifestyle, their conflicted emotions, and the weight and consequences of their actions. The lyrics reflect themes of excess, wealth, drugs, and the complex relationship between religion and personal beliefs.
