Swallowing Shit's last show occurred June, 1997, at the West End Cultural Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Picketed and stormed by nearly 300 Christians angered by their smash radio hit "Pro-Abortion, Anti-Christ", the show signaled the end of an era in Winnipeg, as the band were subsequently banned from public performance by city council, citing an obscure and hitherto unenforced 103-year old civic ordinance criminalizing challenges to the authority of the Church within city limits.
Many of the ever-changing membership are still active in the Winnipeg music scene. Todd (guitar) plays bass for Propagandhi, Mike (vocals) sings for Putrescence and books shows in Winnipeg, Jahmeel (bass) is now based out of Vancouver and plays bass in numerous projects including the Black Halos and Cory (drums) is currently playing in a black metal project with other former members of Malefaction in Of Human Bondage.
Pro-abortion Anti-christ
Swallowing Shit Lyrics
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A) to live free from the threat of sexual harassment or violence,
B) to obtain safe and effective contraception,
C) to unrestricted access to abortion. pro-choice poses a threat to the state because it places power and dignity back into the hands of womyn.
Wimmin must be free from oppression based on sex, race, class, sexual orientation and/or physical ability which means: abortion without apology! the religious right must be crushed and every law governing the right to choose must be repealed now.
The song Pro-abortion Anti-christ by Swallowing Shit is a provocative punk rock anthem advocating for reproductive freedom and the right to choose. The lyrics assert that reproductive freedom is a basic human right for all women to live free from the threat of sexual harassment, obtain safe contraception, and access to unrestricted abortion. The song highlights that the power and dignity of women have been undermined by patriarchal institutions that seek to control and regulate their bodies. By promoting pro-choice and advocating for the right to choose, women can take control of their own bodies, lives and destiny.
Furthermore, the lyrics critique the religious right and their anti-abortion stance, insisting that they must be crushed for the sake of reproductive freedom. The song is unapologetic and radical in its stance, insisting that every law that restricts women's right to choose must be repealed now. The song's message encourages women to stand up for their right to reproductive freedom, reject oppression based on sex, race or class, and embrace abortion as a basic human right without any apology.
Line by Line Meaning
Reproductive freedom: a womyn′s right
A woman has the right to make choices concerning her reproductive health without interference from the state or other political entities.
to live free from the threat of sexual harassment or violence,
Women should be able to exist without the fear of violence or sexual harassment from men or anyone else.
to obtain safe and effective contraception,
Access to contraception is essential to allow women to plan their families and lives.
to unrestricted access to abortion.
Women need to have the right to access safe and legal abortions so they can make choices about their own lives and bodies.
pro-choice poses a threat to the state because it places power and dignity back into the hands of womyn.
The government fears pro-choice movements because it takes power away from the state and gives it back to women, allowing them to control their own lives and destinies.
Wimmin must be free from oppression based on sex, race, class, sexual orientation and/or physical ability which means: abortion without apology!
Women should be free from all forms of oppression and have the right to choose whether or not to have an abortion without being judged or shamed for their decision.
the religious right must be crushed and every law governing the right to choose must be repealed now.
Religious groups and their influence on laws concerning reproductive rights should be removed so women can make choices about their own bodies without interference or stigma.
Contributed by Elliot F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Todd the Rod got brutal
Jeff Tennis
America still didn't get the memo in 2022!