Sodomy
Steve Curry;Galt MacDermot Lyrics
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Fellatio
Cunnilingus
Pederasty
Father, why do these words sound so nasty?
Masturbation
Join the holy orgy
Kama Sutra
Everyone!
In Galt MacDermot's song "Sodomy," he introduces a list of taboo words such as sodomy, fellatio, cunnilingus, and pederasty, and a child's innocent question to their father is why these words sound so nasty. Through this lyric, MacDermot is possibly pointing to the fact that these words are often associated with shameful and scandalous behaviors. However, the following lyrics suggest a departure from the social stigma surrounding these topics. Masturbation is presented as something that can be fun, and he encourages everyone to join a holy orgy as per the Kama Sutra. Perhaps, the artist is making a statement that emphasizing the shame surrounding certain actions might ultimately be more harmful than the actions themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
Sodomy
Engaging in sexual intercourse that deviates from conventional sexual practices
Fellatio
Performing oral sex on a male
Cunnilingus
Performing oral sex on a female
Pederasty
Sexual activity involving a man and a boy
Father, why do these words sound so nasty?
Asking why society views non-traditional sexual practices as taboo or immoral
Masturbation
Sexual self-stimulation
Can be fun
Expressing the enjoyment that can come from masturbation
Join the holy orgy
Encouraging participation in sexual exploration without shame or judgment
Kama Sutra
A text that explores various sexual positions and practices
Everyone!
Emphasizing that sexual exploration and pleasure is for all people, regardless of gender or sexual orientation
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
Written by: Jack Loyd Grisham, Ronald Lewis Emory, Sean Greaves
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