Released: 2024
Tommy Genesis’ “Church” is a wild ride through sensuality, rebellion, and deep personal exploration. This song blends themes of heaven and hell, spirituality, and earthly pleasures. It’s all about taking someone on a journey through her intense world, with provocative and daring imagery.
The song starts with the line “I can take you to hell and back”, setting the tone for a rollercoaster of emotions and experiences. Tommy’s imagery is bold and unapologetic, as seen in “My pony tail whipping on my crack” and “My leather jeans strapped to my bike”. She’s not afraid to push boundaries.
In the line “Ass out my chaps, slap my cellulite”, she’s celebrating her body and owning her sexuality. This verse paints a picture of confidence and defiance. The phrase “I can take you to the paradox where everything that’s found is lost” suggests a place where conventional rules don’t apply, and things are topsy-turvy.
The chorus repeats “I can take you to church, I can take you to the crib, I can take you to the river, I can take your big”. Here, ‘church’ could mean a place of worship or an intense experience. ‘Crib’ is slang for home, ‘river’ could symbolize a cleansing or emotional journey, and ‘big’ might refer to taking someone’s heart or their full attention.
Tommy’s provocative question “Oh my god, I think he loves me, but do I love him? Should I baptize him in this pussy?” mixes sacred and profane imagery, challenging traditional notions of purity and love. She’s questioning her feelings and contemplating the power she holds in a relationship.
In the verse “I could take you to purgatory my other half my love story”, she’s talking about a complicated love, somewhere between heaven and hell. “My demon likes your angel wings, my potty mouth, your diamond teeth” contrasts her rough edges with her partner’s perceived purity. She’s embracing both sides of her personality.
“I could take you to the underground where they know my name it’s my hometown” indicates a place where she’s well-known and comfortable, likely referring to her roots or the music scene she thrives in. This is where she feels at home and in control. She calls herself “Tommy G that bitch died for me, I’m a martyr there, I’m a father there”, highlighting her influence and importance in that space.
The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the journey she offers. It’s a mix of spiritual and physical destinations, all leading back to the intense, immersive experience that Tommy promises. The song ends with the line “I could take you to the underground where they know my name it’s my hometown”, cementing her identity and dominance in her world.
“Church” is an unapologetic, raw, and deeply personal track. Tommy Genesis blends spiritual themes with raw sexuality, inviting listeners into her unique world. It’s a powerful statement of self and an exploration of intense experiences.
