Tom's songs are known for being critical of political correctness and "woke" culture. In February 2021, his release "Fake Woke" was temporarily removed from several major streaming and download platforms, in what many fans interpreted as censorship. However, it was restored after a few days.
Buttholes
Tom MacDonald Lyrics
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As they say he is (what)
He really only tryna make America great again
(oh) the Bible's just a book for
People scared to be Atheist
Did we land on the moon? I mean
Maybe they fakin' it (heh)
The earth could be flat
And Americans might even be
Nicer than Canadians (meh)
Unpopular opinions got us caught
Up into craziness and hatin' one another
But we're all just homo sapiens
Someone's always gonna hate you
No matter what
Might as well just be yourself and
Let people think you suck
Opinions are like buttholes
Everyone got one they cover up
And all you gotta do is follow through when
You yellin' that you don't give a fuck
I ain't lettin' anyone piss in my Cornflakes
Stay the hell out my face and I
Will stay out of your way
I know that life is cruel
And lately it ain't fair at all
You hate your job, your phone is lost
There's evil men and racist cops
Yeah, I don't care if you are black
Or white or gay or straight
Or old or young or smart or dumb or
Where you're from or what you make
The only thing I care about is
Livin' like I'm not afraid
Of dyin' while I'm sleepin'
So I seize it while I'm still awake
We're so angry, hatin' everyone we don't know
We can't even take a joke
We should really let it go
(Let it go though)
And be happy, stop talkin' shit on our phones
And blockin' everyone we know
We've been bein' buttholes (Bein' buttholes)
Maybe the feds killed Biggie and Pac (hmm)
Maybe the Ku Klux Klan just needs
Some love and a hug (no)
Maybe 9 11 really was an inside job
And the Christians are
Right: homosexuality's wrong (heh)
Or the Illuminati really want the
Best for the people (uh uh)
And abortions are murder
So they should just be illegal
'Cause I don't know, that's all I'm sayin'
These opinions drive us crazy
Got us fightin' so much lately
We're divided from our neighbours
Someone's always gonna hate you
No matter what
Might as well just be yourself and
Let people think you suck
Opinions are like buttholes
Everyone got one they cover up
And all you gotta do is follow through when
You yellin' that you don't give a fuck
I ain't lettin' anyone piss in my Cornflakes
Stay the hell out my face and I
Will stay out of your way
I know that bein' you is
Harder than it sounds
You're the only one who can
So be you and do you proud
Yeah, I don't care if you are black
Or white or gay or straight
Or old or young or smart or dumb or
Where you're from or what you make
The only thing I care about is
Livin' like I'm not afraid
Of dyin' while I'm sleepin'
So I seize it while I'm still awake
We're so angry, hatin' everyone we don't know
We can't even take a joke
We should really let it go
(Let it go though)
And be happy, stop talkin' shit on our phones
And blockin' everyone we know
We've been bein' buttholes (Bein' buttholes)
Everyone a butthead, everyone end up dead
Everybody upset, everybody blood red
Everybody feels like no one cares
Everything is fucked up
Everything is tough luck
I have had enough dumb, everybody shut up
Everybody thinks that life ain't fair
(Shut up)
We're so angry, hatin' everyone we don't know
We can't even take a joke
We should really let it go
(Let it go though)
And be happy, stop talkin' shit on our phones
And blockin' everyone we know
We've been bein' buttholes (Bein' buttholes)
We're so angry, hatin' everyone we don't know
We can't even take a joke
We should really let it go
(Let it go though)
And be happy, stop talkin' shit on our phones
And blockin' everyone we know
We've been bein' buttholes (Bein' buttholes)
In these lyrics, Tom MacDonald tackles the divisive nature of society and the prevalence of hate and judgment. He starts by expressing that Donald Trump may not be as bad as many perceive, suggesting that he may simply be trying to make America great again. He also challenges the belief that the Bible is the only source of moral guidance, suggesting that it is a book used by those afraid to identify as atheists. He then questions whether the moon landing was real, pointing out that there are people who believe it could have been faked. Tom MacDonald further presents controversial ideas such as the possibility of a flat earth and the notion that the presidents could be aliens, highlighting the absurdity of some conspiracy theories. He also playfully suggests that Americans might actually be nicer than Canadians, breaking the stereotype that Canadians are inherently polite.
The chorus emphasizes the idea that no matter who we are or what we do, there will always be someone who dislikes or hates us. Tom MacDonald encourages individuals to be true to themselves and not worry about what others think. He uses the metaphor that opinions are like buttholes, suggesting that everyone has their own opinions but often covers them up. He encourages people to follow through with their beliefs, even if they are met with opposition.
Throughout the song, Tom MacDonald stresses the importance of acceptance and unity. He states that he doesn't care about someone's race, sexuality, age, intelligence, or background; what matters to him is living without fear and seizing opportunities. He challenges the divisive nature of society and calls for people to let go of hatred, to stop talking negatively about others online, and to start embracing happiness. He urges individuals to be themselves and take pride in their uniqueness.
In the final verse, Tom MacDonald suggests that the negativity in society makes everyone angry and leads to conflict. He highlights the prevalence of upset and the feeling that nobody cares. He emphasizes that everything seems messed up and tough, and calls for everyone to stop talking and start listening to one another. The repetition of the chorus throughout the song reinforces the message that it is essential to let go of hate and judgment. By doing so, we can foster a happier and more fulfilling society.
Line by Line Meaning
Look, Donald Trump isn't as bad
Let's reconsider our negative perception of Donald Trump
As they say he is (what)
The media might be exaggerating his faults
He really only tryna make America great again
His intention is to improve the country
(oh) the Bible's just a book for
For those afraid to embrace atheism, the Bible serves as comfort
People scared to be Atheist
Those who fear being atheist rely on the Bible
Did we land on the moon? I mean
Perhaps the moon landing was a fabrication
Maybe they fakin' it (heh)
There's a possibility of deception
The earth could be flat
Contrary to popular belief, the Earth might not be a sphere
The presidents could be aliens
We might have extraterrestrial leaders
And Americans might even be
Challenging the stereotype that Canadians are nicer
Nicer than Canadians (meh)
Canadians may not be as kind as we think
Unpopular opinions got us caught
Controversial viewpoints have divided us
Up into craziness and hatin' one another
Resulting in chaos and animosity
But we're all just homo sapiens
In the end, we are simply human beings
Someone's always gonna hate you
No matter what, there will always be haters
No matter what
Regardless of the circumstances
Might as well just be yourself and
It's better to be true to yourself and
Let people think you suck
Let others have their negative opinions
Opinions are like buttholes
Everyone has an opinion, just like everyone has a butthole
Everyone got one they cover up
Most people hide their opinions
And all you gotta do is follow through when
The key is to stick to your beliefs when
You yellin' that you don't give a fuck
You're proclaiming that you don't care
I ain't lettin' anyone piss in my Cornflakes
I won't allow anyone to ruin my day
Stay the hell out my face and I
Please keep your distance and
Will stay out of your way
I'll do the same for you
I know that life is cruel
Acknowledging that life can be harsh
And lately it ain't fair at all
Especially in recent times
You hate your job, your phone is lost
Experiencing dissatisfaction with work and misplacing your phone
There's evil men and racist cops
We encounter wicked individuals and racist law enforcement
Yeah, I don't care if you are black
Race, whether black
Or white or gay or straight
Or white, gay, or straight
Or old or young or smart or dumb or
Regardless of age or intelligence
Where you're from or what you make
Or your origin or income
The only thing I care about is
The sole aspect that matters to me is
Livin' like I'm not afraid
Living fearlessly
Of dyin' while I'm sleepin'
Fearful of dying in my sleep
So I seize it while I'm still awake
Therefore, I make the most of my waking moments
We're so angry, hatin' everyone we don't know
We have become filled with anger and hate towards strangers
We can't even take a joke
We have lost our ability to laugh at ourselves
We should really let it go
It's time to release our frustrations
(Let it go though)
We need to truly let it go
And be happy, stop talkin' shit on our phones
We should cease spreading negativity through our phones
And blockin' everyone we know
And cutting off connections with those close to us
We've been bein' buttholes (Bein' buttholes)
By behaving in this manner, we've been acting like jerks
Maybe the feds killed Biggie and Pac (hmm)
Possibly, the authorities were responsible for the deaths of Biggie and Pac
Maybe the Ku Klux Klan just needs
Perhaps the Ku Klux Klan requires
Some love and a hug (no)
Some compassion and affection (unlikely)
Maybe 9 11 really was an inside job
There's a chance that 9/11 was an orchestrated event
And the Christians are
Furthermore, Christians might be
Right: homosexuality's wrong (heh)
Correct in their belief that homosexuality is sinful
Or the Illuminati really want the
Alternatively, the Illuminati may genuinely desire
Best for the people (uh uh)
The welfare of humanity (unlikely)
And abortions are murder
And abortions should be considered as taking a life
So they should just be illegal
Therefore, they ought to be prohibited
'Cause I don't know, that's all I'm sayin'
Because, quite honestly, I'm uncertain
These opinions drive us crazy
These differing viewpoints cause us insanity
Got us fightin' so much lately
Resulting in excessive conflict in recent times
We're divided from our neighbors
We've become estranged from our fellow citizens
Everyone a butthead, everyone end up dead
Everyone is being difficult, and eventually, everyone will die
Everybody upset, everybody blood red
Everyone is angry, everyone is agitated
Everybody feels like no one cares
Everyone feels neglected and unimportant
Everything is fucked up
Everything is in disarray
Everything is tough luck
Everything seems to be consistently unlucky
I have had enough dumb, everybody shut up
I'm tired of stupidity, everyone should be quiet
Everybody thinks that life ain't fair
Everyone believes that life is unjust
(Shut up)
(Stop talking)
I know that bein' you is
I'm aware that being yourself is
Harder than it sounds
More challenging than it appears
You're the only one who can
You are the only one capable of
So be you and do you proud
Being true to yourself and finding self-satisfaction
Lyrics Β© REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: NOVA PAHOLEK, THOMAS MACDONALD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Michelle00200
Who else here just discovered this dude and has been binge watching his videos! How am I now just discovering Tom!? Absolutely amazing!
@shaundowd3272
I found Tom six months ago. The first video I watched was "I Wish". I subsequently fell into a music video rabbit hole π³ that I have yet to pull myself out of!! π€£ He and his girlfriend Nova are creative geniuses. Welcome to the gang!!
@woody33jam
I just found this. I am an old man but love this dude.
@Michelle00200
@@shaundowd3272, Iβm so down the rabbit hole that Iβm watching reaction videos. lol. I even got my husband hooked and heβs not even into music like that. Tom and Novas skills are off the Richter scale
@nickhill8612
@@Michelle00200
I just found this guy and I can't get enough.
@paulettebarrow9791
@MICHELLE, ME,, 3 DAYS AGO
@karenpettit2322
Im 51 and I just love you. Thank you for sticking up for America. I support you 100%. God Bless America!!!
@philipprovo1599
Did you listen to the lyrics
The bible is only for people afraid to be atheist
That's why he has a upside down cross on his neck
But yeah,God bless America
@strykerstruckgaming8007
Born in 84 and grew up with Eminem as my idol and all time fav rapper I knew this day would come. I can finally say that you sir have taken the torch and brought rap and everything it stands for back into the light. What you stand for is remarkably inspiring and I thank you! Hope to see you live some day! Much love to you and your fam. Keep it real.
@zippycfpv3619
Mnm is a joke compared to Tom. Iβm sorry you looked up to that joke.