Sweat Loaf
Butthole Surfers Lyrics


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Daddy?
Yes, son.
What does regret mean?
Well son, the funny thing about regret is that it's better to regret
Something you have done than
To Regret something that you haven't done
And by the way, If you see your mom this weekend, will you be sure and
Tell her...
SATAN SATAN SATAN!!!!





Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Sweat Loaf" by the Butthole Surfers are uniquely bizarre and contain a twisted sense of humor. The spoken words between the father and son in the middle of the song are particularly interesting. The conversation starts with the son asking his father what regret means, to which his father replies with an ironic twist that it's better to regret something you have done than to regret something you haven't done. The father's response indicates that he wants his son to take risks in life and live with the consequences, positive or negative, rather than live with the regret of not trying anything.


However, the father's message is quickly interrupted by the sudden outburst of the word "Satan" repeated three times. This unexpected and jarring interruption adds to the dark and ominous tone of the song. The use of Satan, often associated with evil and the darker aspects of human nature, suggests that the father's words and message may not be as wholesome as they initially appear to be. It is possible that the father may be encouraging his son to engage in reckless or even dangerous behavior, which may lead to ultimate destruction.


Overall, the lyrics of "Sweat Loaf" are intriguing and contain deeper layers of meaning than what appears on the surface. It is a song that can be enjoyed either for its amusing and absurd lyrics or for the hidden messages contained within.


Line by Line Meaning

Daddy?
The singer is addressing their father.


Yes, son.
The father responds to his child.


What does regret mean?
The child inquires about the definition of regret.


Well son, the funny thing about regret is that it's better to regret Something you have done than To regret something that you haven't done
The father explains that it's better to take risks and try new things, even if it results in regret, rather than regretting not taking those risks or never trying at all.


And by the way, If you see your mom this weekend, will you be sure and Tell her...
The father changes the subject and asks the son to deliver a message to his mother.


SATAN SATAN SATAN!!!!
The father's abrupt outburst of the word 'Satan' is likely a non-sequitur or a joke, and does not have a direct connection to the previous conversation.




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