Buffalo
Stump Lyrics


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Big bottom
Swing big bottom
Swing-a-linga
Big bottom
Swing big bottom
Swing-a-linga
It's blubbery burberry baby
It's blubbery burberry
Big bumpy bump
Big bumpy
Bop-a-lula
Big bumpy bump
Big bumpy
Bop-a-lula
In terylene tartan lady
In terylene tartan lady
Big bottom
Swing big bottom
Swing-a-linga
Big bottom
Swing big bottom
Swing-a-linga

How much is the fish?
How much is the fish?
How much is the chips?
Does the fish have chips?
How much is the fish?
How much is the chips?
How much is the fish?
Does the fish have chips?

I don't want a drink but I'll go to the bar
I'd go for a walk but I ain't got a car

Exclamation mark click-click-click...
Exclamation mark click
Exclamation mark click-click-click...

I like when it's different but it's just not the same
I like when it's different but it's just not the same
The weather is perfect except for the rain
The weather is perfect except for the rain

Big bottom
Swing big bottom
Swing-a-linga
Big bottom
Swing big bottom
Swing-a-linga

Immaculate molars baby
Immaculate molars baby
Big bottom
Swing big bottom
Swing-a-linga
Big bottom
Swing big bottom
Swing-a-linga

How much is the fish?
How much is the fish?




Don't mention hamburgers Harry...
How do I get off the bus?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Stump's song "Buffalo" are quite difficult to interpret as they seem to lack a coherent message or meaning. The repetition of the words "Big bottom" and "Swing-a-linga" makes it seem like it might be some sort of chant or mantra. The line "It's blubbery burberry baby" could be interpreted in a few ways - it might be a reference to someone's physical appearance, or it might be a metaphor for excess or luxury. The lines "In terylene tartan lady" and "Immaculate molars baby" are similarly enigmatic and don't seem to contribute much to the overall meaning of the song.


The second section of the song starts with the repeated question, "How much is the fish?" This could be interpreted in a few ways - it might be a literal inquiry about the cost of a fish, or it might be a metaphor for something else entirely. The subsequent lines ("How much is the chips?"; "Does the fish have chips?") add to the confusion. The lines "I don't want a drink but I'll go to the bar" and "I'd go for a walk but I ain't got a car" seem to reference someone who is feeling discontent or restless but doesn't quite know how to address those feelings.


The final section of the song restates the "Big bottom, swing big bottom, swing-a-linga" chant, along with the phrases "Immaculate molars baby" and "How much is the fish?" The final line, "How do I get off the bus?" adds to the general sense of uncertainty and confusion that runs throughout the song.


Overall, "Buffalo" seems to be a somewhat nonsensical song that doesn't convey a clear message or meaning. It might be seen as a reflection of the feelings of disconnection and uncertainty that many people experience in their daily lives.


Line by Line Meaning

Big bottom
The large derriere


Swing big bottom
Move your large bottom in a wide sweep


Swing-a-linga
Swing rhythmically


It's blubbery burberry baby
The bottom is fat and jiggly


Big bumpy bump
The bottom has lumpy contours


Bop-a-lula
Singor shout out loud with joy and pleasure


In terylene tartan lady
A woman wearing retro synthetic fabric patterned with tartan


How much is the fish?
Asking the price of seafood


How much is the chips?
Asking the cost of fries


Does the fish have chips?
Inquiring if a fish dish comes with fries


I don't want a drink but I'll go to the bar
Going to the bar with no intention of drinking


I'd go for a walk but I ain't got a car
Yearning to walk but lacking transportation


Exclamation mark click-click-click...
Sounds of computer keys


I like when it's different but it's just not the same
Enjoying variety, but not finding it satisfying


The weather is perfect except for the rain
Weather is great, except for the presence of rain


Immaculate molars baby
Having perfect teeth


Don't mention hamburgers Harry...
Warning to avoid discussing food


How do I get off the bus?
Inquiring about proper exit strategy from public transportation




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@Flypool

If one day I found my own country, this will be the national anthem

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I would like to apply for citizenship of your country

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Count me in.

@johngerity

You do realize this whole song is a rip on American tourists visiting England right?

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