The Presidents of the United States of America, commonly referred to as sim… Read Full Bio ↴The Presidents of the United States of America, commonly referred to as simply The Presidents or PUSA is a Grammy-nominated American alternative rock band. The band formed in Seattle, USA, in 1993. The three-piece currently comprises vocalist and "basitarist" Chris Ballew, drummer and vocalist Jason Finn and "guitbassist"/vocalist Andrew McKeag. Long time "guitbassist" and vocalist Dave Dederer departed the band in 2004, after 11 years. They have released five studio albums since forming in 1993. Their whimsy electric live performances have maintained loyal fans for some time.

The band released their self-titled first album in March 1995 via PopLlama Records. After they garnered massive acclaim, Columbia Records quickly signed them. The album peaked at number six on the Billboard 200 and has shipped over three million copies. The RIAA has certified it as triple platinum. Songs "Peaches", "Kitty", "Lump", and "Dune Buggy" received major airplay.

Their 1996 follow-up album, "II", did not reach the same acclaim, though it reached the top forty on the Billboard 2000. Single "Mach 5" also garnered some airplay. The band then fell of the radar for many listeners, dropped by their major label. However, their albums of the new millennium, 'Freaked Out and Small' followed by 'Love Everybody' and 'These Are the Good Times People' (released in 2000, 2004, and 2008, respectively), picked up positive critical reviews, such as from the All Music Guide. Although their touring schedule became more sporadic into the 00s and 10s, they continue to perform and satisfy audiences with their off-beat humor and catchy hooks.

Carolyn's Booty
The Presidents of the United States of America Lyrics

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I caught a glimpse of Carolyn's Bootie
As she was going from the bathroom into my bedroom (into my bedroom)
Somethin' about a curse did something to my penis
She's got the curves just like on the Venus de Milo (Venus de Milo)

Later on, I laid my hands on her
Later on, I laid my hands on her
Later on, I laid my hands on her

Later on

I caught a glimpse of Carolyn's Bootie
As she was getting dressed for work in my room (in my room)
I saw the moonbeam shine on her bootie,
I saw the sunbeam shine on her butt, I like it (me like it)

Later on, I laid my hands on her
Later on, I laid my hands on her
Later on, I laid my hands on her
I wanna kiss some bootie

Curvaceous
So delicious

Mmmm Nutritious
B-b-b-b-b-b-bodacious

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of The Presidents of the United States of America's song Carolyn's Booty tell a story of the singer catching a glimpse of Carolyn's butt as she was moving around his house. The very sight of her luscious curves had an immediate effect on him, which he refers to as a curse that affected his penis. The chorus implies that he later got his hands on her, possibly hinting at a sexual encounter. The second verse describes another incident where he saw the moonlight and sunlight reflect on her booty.

Through the song, the singer describes his admiration and obsession with Carolyn's booty, using adjectives such as "curvaceous," "delicious," "nutritious," and "bodacious." The lyrics can be interpreted as a playful ode to the female form, but also showcase a typical male behavior of objectifying women and reducing them to their physical attributes.

Interestingly, the band is known for their humorous and irreverent lyrics, often parodying popular culture and society's norms. Carolyn's Booty is one of their more risqué songs, but it still carries the band's signature tongue-in-cheek sense of humor.

Line by Line Meaning

I caught a glimpse of Carolyn's Bootie
I saw a brief view of Carolyn's buttocks

As she was going from the bathroom into my bedroom (into my bedroom)
She walked from the bathroom to my bedroom

Somethin' about a curse did something to my penis
There's something sexually stimulating about Carolyn's presence

She's got the curves just like on the Venus de Milo (Venus de Milo)
She has a figure akin to the famous statue of Venus de Milo

Later on, I laid my hands on her
I touched her later

I caught a glimpse of Carolyn's Bootie
I saw her buttocks again

As she was getting dressed for work in my room (in my room)
She was putting on work clothes in my room

I saw the moonbeam shine on her bootie,
I noticed the moonlight on her buttocks

I saw the sunbeam shine on her butt, I like it (me like it)
I enjoyed the sight of sunlight on her behind

I wanna kiss some bootie
I want to kiss her buttocks

Curvaceous
Shapely