Tim McGraw just sent a political message with the release of his new song, “Different” — and the track has a religious twist at the end, just in time for Easter.
On Friday, April 3, the country legend took to Instagram to share the exciting announcement with his followers.
“This song has been in my pocket for a few years now,” he captioned the update, which also included a clip of the new track. “I have loved it, been inspired by its message and thought that there couldn’t be a better time to release it for ya’ll.”
McGraw concluded, “In the times we live in, sometimes a gentle reminder of what the ‘message’ really means can hit home in many ways. I hope you have a wonderful, grateful and fulfilling Easter weekend.”
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In December, the “Live Like You Were Dying” singer, 58, debuted “Different” at a Las Vegas concert.
The lyrics speak of a man who is ostracized for being different. McGraw sings in one verse, “Some like to criticize the way I live my life. /You see, I like my wine and I spend my time with a bunch of guys. /I ain’t ashamed to admit, that some of my best friends /Live their lives and sometimes die out on the edge. / You might call them whores and freaks. /But they’re just like me, different.”
At the end, however, the narrator reveals that he is Jesus Christ. McGraw sings:
“My name is Jesus /I live in Galilee /There’s an angry crowd right now coming after me /You’ve never seen such fear /You’ve never seen such hate /And if I’m right, before tonight, I will be betrayed / With a kiss from another man / That’s how I’ll know I am different.”
In the comments of McGraw’s Good Friday post, fans praised the country crooner for his meaningful message amid political turmoil in the U.S. and globally ahead of the Christian holiday.
“Perfect for the day and for our times❤️❤️❤️,” one Instagram user wrote.
Another fan shared, “Absolutely beautiful song! Brought tears to my eyes! Then full on sobbing when we saw you perform this song in Vegas! Please, please, everyone, please listen to this beautiful, moving song! 🎧.”
Someone else echoed, “Great song, Tim! Perfect tune for this season of difficulty. Happy Good Friday, and wishing you and your family a blessed Easter.”
A different fan declared, “Song is incredible.”
Meanwhile, yet another follower commented, “Thank you for this thoughtful song with its special message, especially in times like these. 😍❤️ I wish you and your family happy Easter 🐣🌼☀️❤️.”
What do you think of McGraw’s newly-released song?
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