Discover the story of the song > Dishes – Pulp

The protagonist in the song is not Jesus, but he is someone who stays at home and does household chores like washing the dishes. He asks his partner about her day and if she's still having troubles. Someone told him to be careful when he was 33 because it was a difficult time for them, but he will get through it even though he can't perform miracles. He wishes he could turn water into wine, but he has to focus on finishing the dishes. He offers to read a story or provide a light if his partner needs it. He knows he is just a regular person, but he is doing his best to help his partner. He mentions again that he can't make water into wine, he has to finish the dishes. He is not worried that he will never touch the stars because they belong in heaven and he is happy being on earth.