Take for example; a christian artist that sings/composes christian songs and not-so-christian songs? Of course I am not attacking any religion/and or belief, I simply want to know what others have to say about this controversial yet interesting subject.
The reason i specify with christians are for the artist Jackie Velasquez; Switchfoot, Greed...again, i am not wanting to point anyone out in particular. I am simply stating facts and examples.^.^ What do you think?
Please no offending.
2007-09-19 09:02:12 · 21 answers · asked by CM 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Of course they should be able to sing "secular" music. However, as Christians, they should let their beliefs guide them in the songs they choose. I would hate to see a Christian artist record a song beliitling women ny using some of the language we hear today, or dropping the "N word" in a song. I have listened to a fair amount of Christian Cintemporary music, the artists you pointed out and even some from many years ago. Some of the earliest Christian contemporary artists have had success crossing over into pop - most notably Amy Grant (who had a triple platinum album of pop songs) and Michael W. Smith. Their wanting to be able to different styles of music did not lessen my appreciation of them as Christian artists one bit. And i always figured that perhaps a person who becomes familiar with one of these artists after hearing their music in a non-christian setting (on an adult contemporary radio station for instance) might then discover this artist, and give their Christian music a listen as well. Not that I feel that the artist should necessarily be out there trying to convert everyone, but perhaps that person will be touched by a song that they may otherwise have never even bothered to listen to.
An artist should feel free to record whatever music they like.
2007-09-19 09:22:02 · answer #1 · answered by artistictrophy@sbcglobal.net 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There's nothing wrong for christian singing non-songs.The perception always varied on individual. For instance, you are a rock singer by profession before you became a christian, does that mean you cannot sing non-christian song anymore? Absolutely No. Many characters mentioned in the bible are from all walks of lives. Worst are the tax-collector during Christ time. But they were not rejected at all. Instead, they were credited for their true and sincere repentance. A person may be constantly singing christian songs yet 'singing out' with his unwillingness to offer help when he sees a person in need, so what's the point? Don't you think so? It's your sincere heart to obey and follow Him that can lead you to heaven not your song.
2007-09-19 16:29:05 · answer #2 · answered by boonji86 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that it is perfectly ok for a christian artist to sing non-christian songs- however- I will clarify a bit here. The songs that the Christians sing must not contradict scripture. If a Christian artist is singing songs with vulgarity in it,etc, then no it is wrong- but I don't think that a Christian has to only sing Christian songs- I am a musician and and a Christian, and I sing and play the violin- both Christian and non- christian songs- however if I got a gig that would have me compromise my faith, I would refuse.
2007-09-19 16:08:31 · answer #3 · answered by AdoreHim 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Or, what about those heathen musicians that get Saved and start singing for Jesus?
Bob Dylan, the guy who was a 2nd singer with Sabbath, the guy who sang for Foreigner.
I'm not really that worried about the song, so much as the heart for God that a person demonstrates. Some songs are just good positive spiritual stuff: like "lean on me". It's good. Not so worried that it wasn't "Christian".
It's the heart issue.
2007-09-19 16:11:34 · answer #4 · answered by TEK 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think it's any big deal if they sing songs that aren't blatantly christian, as long as they're not glorifying sin. I was on a christian industrial mailing list and a couple of the artists felt they should be able to use profanity, because it "expressed how they were feeling" (really I think it was more because they wanted to be "cool" like Trent Reznor...), and things like that I would have a problem with.
2007-09-19 16:08:56 · answer #5 · answered by Rossonero NorCal SFECU 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Many times they are on Christian labels and sing "Christian" songs, but non-Christian radio picks up on it and they become popular in the non-Christian media.
I am all for it. They are using music to reach the non-Christian. If someone hears a song that they like and buys the CD, then they will get "Christian" and non-Christian music together. I consider it spreading the Gospel.
Third Day rocks BTW!
2007-09-19 16:21:33 · answer #6 · answered by MrMyers 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I really don't mind either way... I don't think it's a sin for them to play non-christian tunes, no more than it would be to have a conversation about something other than faith or Jesus.
And if they DO make money on it, well, they probably tithe on it as well, so the more the merrier... eh? Interesting question because it seems like if someone or some "group" doesn't fall within our definition of "Christian" does that mean they aren't?????? or is that really for us to decide.... hmmm.....
2007-09-19 16:13:37 · answer #7 · answered by Zipperhead 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it's great they sing secular songs, and are in the secular world...as long as they aren't contradicting their beliefs in what they are singing. They have to remain a good example.
I don't want to point fingers either but Jessica Simpson (I'm a fan of hers, so don't hate) example; way back it was all about how she was a preachers daughter and miss goody-goody and now look at her. It's her life and she can do what she wants, but thats how other get bad names.
2007-09-19 16:08:55 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since when is a musician obligated to only use lyrics (and it's only the lyrics that distinguish the songs here) that explicitly reference his or her religion? That's ridiculous.
In fact, I'm willing to bet that the far majority of musicians who are Christian are not doing stuff sold as "Christian Music".
2007-09-19 16:07:56 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
No prejudice !
Why controversial ?
Let them sing their heart !
Who is controlling what down there ??? tell me !
Are you offended if they sing love ? or even sex ?
What are we humans made of ?
We are not God ! (as described to us by other humans)...
Are Christians wild animals ? or made out of s different flesh ?
Do they eat, digest and **** like everyone on this planet Earth ??
If yes, then the Christian singers can sing any song they want.
2007-09-19 16:11:57 · answer #10 · answered by Sweet Dragon 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋