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Christian Comedian Tim Hawkins recently sat down with The Christian Post<\/a> to discuss comedy and his upcoming tour, which begins in North Carolina<\/a> August 20. Known for his parodies of popular songs, such as a parody of the song \u201cHey There Delilah\u201d done through the point of view of the Biblical Samson, the 30-year comedy veteran discussed settling into his craft. \u201cI have a little more rest,\u201d he said of going from 100 shows a year to 40. \u201cI think in the first part of your career as a comedian, you are always trying to grind it out and trying to prove yourself, and now after many years of doing it, I feel more comfortable.\u201d<\/p>\n

He also said that the key to comedy is reaching people on an emotional level and saying things that people can relate to. In an era where bad news seems to be the mode of the day, he stated he wanted to be a \u201clittle bit of joy.\u201d In particular, he noted how music, which he incorporates throughout his shows, enhances that emotional connection with his audience. \u201c\u2026 music has always connected me on a deep emotional level. I always wanted to bring that energy to the show, even in comedy. I love musical comedy.\u201d Music, he said, has something for everyone. \u201cThe kids might like the energy of [the music]; the adults might like the lyrics; it has a lot to offer and bring to a different show.\u201d<\/p>\n

He also addressed doing comedy when even popular figures like Dave Chappelle<\/a> are getting \u201ccanceled.\u201d Chappelle has been under fire for several years due to what some people perceive as his \u201ctransphobic\u201d jokes. The comedian recently had a venue cancel a show of his last minute in Minneapolis. The show, which had sold out in minutes when it was first announced, was moved to another theater but it was a smaller venue. Hawkins acknowledged the difficulties in an age where being offended is a virtue but also stated it wasn\u2019t something he focuses on. \u201cWe live in a cancel culture; we live in a culture that is open for trolling, open for doxing and open for a lot of negativity\u2026 I figured that what people have to say about what I do is just none of my business. There are people out there that really like what I do, and I try to find those people, and I\u2019m good enough for that\u2026 I\u2019m not here to be everybody\u2019s cup of tea.\u201d<\/p>\n

More than anything though, Hawkins emphasized the role his Christian faith has in his comedy. He said he felt the joy from comedy is a way of bringing a greater connection to God, of letting people see a testimony that is beyond \u201cperfect packaging\u201d and is \u201cjust real.\u201d \u201cI just love God I always have,\u201d he said. \u201cI always thought He was the greatest.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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