God" — Xtc, "dear

XTC 's "Dear God," written by Andy Partridge, is one of the most polarizing and enduring tracks of the 1980s. Originally released as a B-side to the single "Grass" in 1986, it was excluded from the initial pressing of the album Skylarking because Partridge felt he had "failed" to capture the vastness of human belief in such a short song. However, intense radio play in the United States—driven by its controversial lyrics—forced a re-release of the album that included the track. The Inspiration and Composition

: Many listeners find the song deeply emotional because it speaks to a "heartbroken believer"—someone who desperately wants to believe but finds the reality of the world makes it impossible. Impact and Controversy XTC, "Dear God"

: The title and concept were inspired by a series of children's books titled Dear God , which Partridge viewed as exploitative. XTC 's "Dear God," written by Andy Partridge,

Watch the official music video, which famously uses a child's perspective to frame the song's challenging questions: XTC - Dear God YouTube• 8 Jun 2018 The Inspiration and Composition : Many listeners find