sodomy
Hair Lyrics


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Sodomy, fellatio
Cunnilingus, pederasty

Father! Why do these words sound so nasty?

Masturbation can be fun
Join the holy orgy, Kama Sutra, every one




Overall Meaning

The above lyrics belong to the song "Sodomy" from the musical Hair. The song belongs to the controversial musical that celebrates the counterculture movement of the 1960s. The lyrics of the song are provocative and meant to challenge the traditional societal norms of sexuality.


The song starts with a list of sexual acts that were considered taboo at the time it was written, including sodomy, fellatio, cunnilingus, and pederasty. These words might have sounded scandalous and offensive at the time, and the singer is asking why they sound so nasty. By posing the question, the singer challenges the moralistic attitude towards sexuality that was prevalent at the time.


Later, the song suggests that masturbation can be fun and invites everyone to join the holy orgy, emphasizing the freedom of sexual expression. The use of religious imagery in "holy orgy" highlights the hypocrisy of society that advocates for the repression of sexual desires while promoting stoic religious values.


Overall, the song "Sodomy" is a sexual liberation anthem that challenges the conservative attitudes of society towards non-procreative sex. It challenges the conventional thinking that considers sex a taboo subject and emphasizes the importance of sexual freedom and expression.


Line by Line Meaning

Sodomy, fellatio
Engaging in anal or oral sex


Cunnilingus, pederasty
Performing oral sex on a female or engaging in sexual activities with young boys


Father! Why do these words sound so nasty?
Questioning why society has deemed certain sexual acts as taboo or immoral


Masturbation can be fun
Advocating for the pleasure of self-stimulation


Join the holy orgy, Kama Sutra, every one
Encouraging sexual exploration and experimentation through the use of various positions and techniques




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Comments from YouTube:

@KatesFree

I sang this song in the middle of the frozen foods section of the supermarket I was three. At the top of my lungs. My mother pretended she didn't know who I was.

@jimfrickert5488

Kate's Free, that is HILARIOUS!!!

@Liweiyang43

Hahahhaha😂😂😂😂😁😁

@ninahagen1453

Hahahaha, so cute.

@imanamusic2011

😂

@goolibay

Thats funny hahahhaha

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@LoreleiMission

When I was growing up we had the stage soundtrack record in our home. I was only ten years old or so, and I was quite confused by this song. Finally I memorized each of the words and went to my dad and asked him what each word meant. I don't think he was familiar with the record so he must've been very confused about how I'd come up with the list of words to ask him about. Poor guy defined each word honestly to me, though.

@virvisquevir3320

LoreleiMission - What a good dad you had! Honesty is the best policy. Rest in peace.

@craigcraig8907

That's a good dad

@bernicecross8691

Me too. But I was 15 and I ran around singing "sodomy". My dad would get so passed if he heard me. So I could only sing it in private. "Masterbation can be fun".

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