Common lyrical themes include misogyny, homophobia, anti-Semitism, racism, ridicule of the unfortunate, and insults directed towards other bands (examples: "Limp Bizkit Think They're Black, But They're Just Gay" and "Anyone Who Likes The Dillinger Escape Plan Is a Faggot"). Some examples of their controversial song titles are "Hitler Was A Sensitive Man", "I Hope You Get Deported", and "Your Kid Committed Suicide Because You Suck" (the original title was "Conor Clapton Committed Suicide Because His Father Sucks"; it was changed because Earache records were afraid that the label might have been sued in response to this song). One recurring song title is "X is gay", with X being a person, place, thing, idea or event. Some well-known examples are: "Technology Is Gay", "The Internet Is Gay", "Windchimes are Gay", and "The Word 'Homophobic' Is Gay".
The sound of a typical Anal Cunt song is that of loud, extremely distorted guitars playing very simple riffs (often using only open strings), blast beat drumming, and loud (often unintelligible) screaming.
Anal Cunt was founded in 1988 in Massachusetts by Seth Putnam. He chose the name by making a list of obscene words, and then trying to find what he believed to be the most stupid, offensive combination of them--Anal Cunt. The band was meant as a joke, and was to only release one album and do one show; however, the band went strong for more than 20 years before Seth Putnam's death.
Anal Cunt's take on making song titles a joke in themselves may have influenced many other hardcore and grindcore bands who attempt to get laughs from humorous, but often cryptic, titles.
Since 1997, Anal Cunt has also become known for its acoustic black metal side-project Impaled Northern Moonforest, another joke band.
In 2000, they released Split With The Raunchous Brothers. The tracks on the album are: "I'm Hitler", "The Guy Who Shot His Kid Up With AIDS is Awesome", and "I Went Back In Time, And Voted For Hitler".
Additionally, infamous punk rocker GG Allin has a song titled "Anal Cunt", but there is no relation between them, although according to Putnam, Allin requested Anal Cunt to be his backup band on one particular tour. This never happened, most likely owing to Allin's death.
In October 2004, Seth Putnam overdosed on "a combination of heroin, crack, alcohol, and two months worth of Ambien sleeping pills done all at once." As a result, he was comatose for several days and sustained severe nerve damage, needing months of physical therapy to recover. According to Putnam, doctors had intended to "pull the plug", fearing he'd spend the rest of his days as a vegetable. Some observers considered this poetic justice, given such Anal Cunt song titles as "Jack Kevorkian Is Cool" and "You're in a Coma". Surprisingly enough, in the same news post he confirmed that there will be a new Anal Cunt album.
Seth Putnam died of a heart attack on June 11th, 2011.
Pottery's Gay
Anal Cunt Lyrics
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pottery's gay, pottery's gay [x4]
you could'nt afford college, you took a night class
you made a clay dildo, and shoved it up your ass
[chorus]
Analyzing these lyrics is a difficult task, as they contain controversial and offensive language. However, the interpretation of these lyrics is crucial in understanding the meaning and the message that the song wants to convey.
The chorus, which is repeated four times, suggests that the act of pursuing pottery is connected with homosexuality. The usage of the term "gay" in this context is highly derogatory, and it reinforces the negative homophobic stereotype that associates any artistic activity with homosexuality. Moreover, it could be interpreted as a direct attack to anyone who is interested in pottery or art, suggesting that they are less masculine or less worthy than those who are involved in activities that are traditionally associated with men.
The second line is even more explicit and offensive, as it describes a hypothetical scenario in which someone who couldn't afford college decided to take a pottery class and, as a result, created a clay dildo and inserted it into their anus. This line is highly vulgar, and it reinforces the stereotype that associates homosexuality with deviant sexual behavior. Furthermore, it suggests that pottery is a useless and frivolous activity, reinforcing the idea that any form of artistic expression is a waste of time and money.
In conclusion, the lyrics of "Pottery's Gay" are highly offensive and derogatory. They reinforce negative stereotypes and reinforce the idea that art is a frivolous and useless activity. Instead of promoting creativity and self-expression, the song promotes homophobic ideas and reinforces the value of toxic masculinity.
Line by Line Meaning
pottery's gay, pottery's gay
this particular hobby or form of art is considered undesirable or uncool
you could'nt afford college, you took a night class
you were unable to pay for a more expensive education and thus settled for a cheaper, less desirable option
you made a clay dildo, and shoved it up your ass
as a result of taking the night class, you made a sexually explicit object and inserted it into your own body for personal pleasure
Contributed by Addison D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@jilemnicky93
Nice to know there are more options in life than just going to college.
@doodooheadpleighboy4255
Their guitarist literally finished college and joined this band right after. RIP JOSH FUCKIN MARTIN.
@MilwaukeeF40C
This is a good incidental song to play when your mom makes you go to Pottery Barn or Pier 1.
@crushingbelial
Best lyrics ever. I still remember the first few lines and laugh
@CaslavTomovic
awesom'