Mr. Green Genes
Frank Zappa Lyrics


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Eat your greens
Don't forget your beans & celery
Don't forget to bring
Your fake I.D.
Eat a bunch of these
MAGNIFICENT
With sauerkraut
MMMMMMMMMMM
Sauerkraut
Eat a grape, a fig
A crumpet too...
You'll pump 'em right through
Doo-wee-ooo

Eat your shoes
Don't forget the strings
And sox
Even eat the box
Your bought 'em in
You can eat the truck
That brought 'em in
Garbage truck
MMMMMMMMMMMMouldy
Garbage truck
Eat the truck & driver
And his gloves
NUTRITIOUSNESS




DELICIOUSNESS
WORTHLESSNESS

Overall Meaning

"Mr. Green Genes" is a very bizarre and surreal song by Frank Zappa, and it's not exactly clear what the meaning behind the lyrics is. At first glance, it appears to be an advertisement for healthy eating, with the singer reminding us to eat our greens, beans, and celery, as well as sauerkraut and other healthy foods. However, the lyrics then take a strange turn, with the singer exhorting us to eat our shoes, the box they came in, and even the garbage truck that brought them. The use of the phrase "fake I.D." seems to suggest that something shady or illicit is going on, although it's not clear what.


One possible interpretation of the song's meaning is that it is a commentary on consumerism and the way in which we are constantly encouraged to buy things, even if they are useless or unhealthy. The repeated use of the phrase "MMMMMMMMMMM" suggests a kind of mindless, animalistic pleasure that comes from consuming things, even if they are not good for us. The lyrics could also be seen as a critique of the food industry and the way in which it promotes unhealthy eating habits, as well as a commentary on the way in which capitalism encourages us to consume more and more, regardless of the consequences.


Overall, "Mr. Green Genes" is a surreal and enigmatic song that defies easy explanation. It is one of Frank Zappa's most famous songs, and it is still popular among fans today, despite being nearly 50 years old. The song's odd lyrics, catchy melody, and eclectic instrumentation make it a classic of the psychedelic rock genre.


Line by Line Meaning

Eat your greens
Consume your vegetables


Don't forget your beans & celery
Remember to include legumes and vegetables in your diet


Don't forget to bring Your fake I.D.
Remember to bring your fake identification card


Eat a bunch of these MAGNIFICENT With sauerkraut MMMMMMMMMMM Sauerkraut Eat a grape, a fig A crumpet too... You'll pump 'em right through Doo-wee-ooo
Enjoy a large quantity of these delicious and nutritious foods, including sauerkraut, fruit, and baked goods, with confidence that they will be easily digested


Eat your shoes
Consume your shoes


Don't forget the strings And sox
Include the shoelaces and socks in your diet


Even eat the box Your bought 'em in
Also consume the packaging the shoes came in


You can eat the truck That brought 'em in Garbage truck MMMMMMMMMMMMouldy Garbage truck
Go ahead and eat the truck that brought the shoes, even if it's old and dilapidated


Eat the truck & driver And his gloves
Consume not only the truck, but also the driver and his gloves


NUTRITIOUSNESS DELICIOUSNESS WORTHLESSNESS
These items possess attributes of nutritional value and flavor, but are ultimately without practical value




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Written by: Frank Zappa

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