McCulloch has released two albums: 1995's Shame-Based Man (praised by All Music Guide as the "most remarkable of comedy albums: one that bears [frequent] repeated listenings") and 2002's Drunk Baby Project. As with his television work, these feature a mixture of music and monologues.
McCulloch also directed the music video for The Tragically Hip's song "My Music At Work", from their 2000 album 'Music @ Work'. McCulloch has stated on his website that he is close friends with Tragically Hip frontman Gord Downie. The video shares much in common with many "Kids In The Hall" sketches, including its office setting, camera angles, and some thematic elements. In it, the members of The Hip are depicted as co-workers in a stereotypical office building. Fed up with the bleakness of their work-a-day routines, they unite to form a rock band during their off-hours. The video cuts between several sketches showing the blandness and banality of corporate work, a humorous sequence showing Downie printing flyers for one of the band's shows (only to be caught by his boss playing the photocopier like a musical instrument), and the band performing on-stage (presumably at the show the flyers were being printed for).
Acid Radio
Bruce McCulloch Lyrics
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Caller: Um, I was on the subway and, and I heard this guy talking about how, how, how he did all this acid in Grade 8. And... the guy, uh, he looked on acid. Like he was on it then. And the guy must be like 60, you know? So, I just want to say that people should be, um... more responsible when they're taking public trans, uh, transportation, because, first of all, if they're going to mutter to themself, that's one thing, which I don't like and I don't like that at all, when people just, they're alone and they mutter. But, if they're going to mutter to themselves, they should not be allowed to mutter bullshit, because then children hear it and, all of a sudden, they think dogs are cats. It's really hard to figure stuff out, so if you see a rantin' guy and he's only got like one shoe on and he says he did all this acid in Grade 8 and he's on acid, then, um, I don't know, maybe, maybe, uh, you'll, you'll turn gay. Because, uh, uh... something happened to me.
The lyrics of Bruce McCulloch's "Acid Radio" begin with a radio DJ taking a caller's opinion on a man he encountered on the subway, who was on acid and muttering to himself about doing acid in grade 8. The caller expresses his concern that people who are taking drugs and behaving erratically in public spaces should be more responsible, as they can negatively influence younger generations. The caller also suggests that if someone encounters a person who is behaving strangely and delirious, then they should try to stay away, as the situation could be dangerous and they could be harmed.
The message of the song is clear, drugs should be used responsibly, and not in a way that disturbs or influences others around them. The use of the word acid is used to refer to various drugs that have hallucinogenic properties. The lyrics can be interpreted as a warning about the negative impact of drug use, and the importance of remaining safe, and avoiding harmful situations.
Overall, "Acid Radio" is a thought-provoking song that deals with the serious issue of drug use and its potential negative impact on society. The song encourages listeners to be responsible in their drug use, and to be mindful of how their actions may impact those around them.
Line by Line Meaning
DJ: Caller, go ahead.
The radio host invites listeners to speak on air.
Caller: Um, I was on the subway and, and I heard this guy talking about how, how, how he did all this acid in Grade 8.
A person reports hearing a stranger discussing their drug use on the subway.
And... the guy, uh, he looked on acid. Like he was on it then. And the guy must be like 60, you know?
The singer observes that the man appeared to be under the influence of drugs and is surprised that someone his age would still be using them.
So, I just want to say that people should be, um... more responsible when they're taking public trans, uh, transportation, because, first of all, if they're going to mutter to themself, that's one thing, which I don't like and I don't like that at all, when people just, they're alone and they mutter.
The caller expresses concern about responsible behavior on public transportation and expresses dislike for people muttering to themselves.
But, if they're going to mutter to themselves, they should not be allowed to mutter bullshit, because then children hear it and, all of a sudden, they think dogs are cats. It's really hard to figure stuff out,
The caller believes that people should not be allowed to speak nonsense on public transportation because children might hear it and become confused about the world.
so if you see a rantin' guy and he's only got like one shoe on and he says he did all this acid in Grade 8 and he's on acid, then, um, I don't know, maybe, maybe, uh, you'll, you'll turn gay.
The singer warns listeners that if they encounter a person who appears to be on drugs and is ranting about their past drug use, they might be at risk of becoming homosexual.
Because, uh, uh... something happened to me.
The caller implies that they had a personal experience that supports their previous warning.
Contributed by Mila K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Matthew Besson
"One shoe on." That's what I love about living in the city. Crazy shit like this. It recharges me, makes me feel young.
Perdition Comic
LOVE BRUCIO! :)