Evanescence somewhat started as a Christian band.
And Amy's voice is too beautiful to ignore just because of your beliefs. If you like it, appreciate it for the way it sounds. You don't have to approve of the lyrics to like the music. :)Is Amy Lee of Evanescence gothic??? like i mean are they bad to listen if your a true christian??
u know what, thank u for asking this question, i have the same problem too, cos amy lee really has an irresistible voice, but i'm kind of disappointed about some of their lyrics and their interviews. and i'm worried about subliminal messages in songs..
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and also, fyrechick, thanks for your enlightening answer, it helped me.. =)
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There is nothing wrong with listening to her music. Your not going to change your beliefs because of the music. As long as you don't change your Christian beliefs over something than you really don't have to worry.
My step father is a pastor, he has his doctorate in christian theology and doctrine. He also listens to secular (non christian) music.
There isn't anything wrong with it as long as you don't allow for it to influence your Christian beliefs. After all it was God who gave her such a good voice.
Amy Lee has recently stated they don't like being called a Christian band. Most Christian stores have pulled Evanescence CD's from their shelves at the band's and record label's request.
Their music is a bit dark at times, but some of it is positive. ';Bring Me To Life'; is a really good example of one of the more positive songs. It features Paul McCoy, the lead singer of 12 Stones, who are a wonderful Christian band.
You need to let the Holy Spirit guide you in deciding what you listen to or see on television. The Holy Spirit is basically the Christian's conscience and will convict and guide us individually on what is right and wrong for us. You'll just feel it in your heart or gut if it's wrong for you. That does not necessarily mean it is wrong for someone else.
sure! go ahead! i'm christian, and i listen to nonchristian songs. it's just that some songs are too obscure and weird.
no, her music is not gothic or devilish. if you feel like this music helps you in some way and you enjoy it, then go ahead. its not a bad influence
Hi there- Im glad that you are mature enough to think and ask questions like this. Really being a Christian means you are trying to be ';Christ like';. What you need to ask yourself is 1- Does listening to them change what you are trying to represent 2- Just because someone says they are Christian are they a good witness to that. Listening to them is a personal decsion but I did find some quotes from Amy Lee and crew a few years ago that at least say a little on their view of being consideerd a Christian bad. During a 2003 interview with Entertainment Weekly, Ben Moody stated, ';We're actually high on the Christian charts, and I'm like, What the f--k are we even doing there?';[8] This went against earlier sentiments by Moody that ';We hope to express in our music that Christianity is not a rigid list of rules to follow...'; and also ';The message we as a band want to convey more than anything is simple鈥擥od is Love.';[9] This has led to criticism of the band within the Christian community, even moreso given that the band themselves approved of the plan to distribute Fallen to the Christian market.[10] Terry Hemmings, CEO of Christian music distributor Provident, expressed puzzlement at the band's about-face, saying ';They clearly understood the album would be sold in these [Christian music] channels.';[11] Ex-vocalist and keyboardist David Hodges eventually left the band over the controversy, with other members stating that he had been pulling them in more of a Christian direction than Lee and Moody were comfortable with.
I think you should check out the lyrics to her music. It sounds like she has a very good grip on the spiritual alement of life. I also beleive she hs a firm grasp on what god means to her.
If someone tells you not to listen ask why. Ask them to give you one solid reason why you should not hear someone else's point of view. I find most organized religion controlling in their do, do not do. Decide for your self. be all that you can be, the greatest challenge of them all.... yourself.
I am christian and I believe you can listen to any music that you believe is good for your spirit. I mean if Madonnas song jump motivates you to get up early in the morning and go for a jog than great,(works for me!). If Evanescence helps you to deal with an emotion that you know you are feeling but dont know how to express it then listen to it. I listen to music that does not offend anyone or god. Evanescence are a good band, some of their music is quite beautiful,(immortal me). Just because you love god does not mean that you should only listen to Hill Song. For example- you may be having a bad day and after praying still feel like you need a physical release- headbang to that song - you are not hurting anyone. As long as it is not offensive to anyone or to god, and it doesn't make you feel in any way unwholesome-(for lack of a better word), then it is a gift from god- as many things are.
i dont think amy lee calls herself gothic. but her band evanescense is labelled gothic rock or something like that.
Amy Lee isn't really gothic- maybe her style of clothing is but her style of singing isn't. She has a very light voice(some even say it opera or christian) with a 'rock' band to back it up. The contrast makes for some amazing music- and is appropriate for anyone.
Yeah she's an awesome singer, better than alot. ';gothic'; I think is a form of expression, of art. Its not BAD, and no her songs are not gothic. I think you'll be safe. If you enjoy her songs, you obviously have good taste.
Uhhh. Evanesance is a Christian band. So.. I think you don;t have a problem.
Also, not accepting people because they are gothic or dress differently is a distincly non-christian thing of you to do. Jesus told his followers they were not allowed to judge others. Only love.
HI Jordan,
First let me say it is great to hear that you are picky about what you listen to. That shows a great deal of maturity in your faith.
Phillipians 4 tells us what we should think on. I think that is a great way to measure what we should watch on TV and in movies, and listen to as far as music and comedy. If it is something that encourages your walk with Christ then great. If it is something that condemns Christ, his followers and his values it might be something to avoid.
the only bad songs to listen to are the ones that promote killing, random sex, homesexual sex, and things along those lines. i dont know any song by evanescence that falls into those categories. there is a difference between goth and satanic. they are alright to listen to
Evanescence is basically a Christian band. I couldn't see why you couldn't listen to it, it certainly doesn't go against your faith. It's only for commercial purposes that they don't mention Jesus in their songs. But you could easily imagine if they did, the songs always sound like they're missing that part if you listen closely.
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