Uncle Outrage was started in 1999 as a joke/hobby by Nils Rasmussen. He produced 3 albums (a total of 87 songs) over the next 3 years through mp3.com. As the band grew in popularity (even having the 3rd most plays on mp3.com in Canada at one point), Nils decided that he needed help in order to play demands for live performances. He recruited his best friend Matt "H" on guitar (whom he has known since kindergarten), Matt Poles on bass, and Ryan Holmes on synth.
It took about a year for the band to really find their sound as a cohesive group before they finally released Bonecock Vol. 1 in early 2004. Earlier in the year, they had released a limited copy of a self titled CD. After being disappointed with the overall quality of that album, they decided to take matters into their own hands. Bonecock Vol. 1 was produced almost entirely in a studio set up in Nils' basement. The band was far more satisfied with the new sound, and it seemed the public was too. The album was well-received in the Edmonton area, and word of mouth spread their songs throughout the United States and the rest of Canada. This album allowed Nils to work with some of his music idols from bands like The O/gONNAgETgOT, Betty's Trash, Erotic Golf, and Switchee. The group continued to play shows around Western Canada as they began writing their follow-up album Dance Extreme in 2006. Dance Extreme took the band in a slightly new direction with higher standards in recording quality, and had the guys taking their work a little more seriously.
The following year presented many stresses in the personal lives of the band, causing a lull in producing new material as well as live performances. After a long period of consideration, H and Ryan decided that they couldn't continue being a part of UO. Despite this unhappy turn of events, Nils continued to crank out new songs on his own, with the help of Poles for basslines and song structure. For the first time in six years, Nils was working on his own, and unable to perform live once again. After about 2 years of hard work, The Chinchilla Album is born. While still maintaining the tongue in cheek nature that Uncle Outrage started out with, in songs such as "Superbowl" and "A.D.D", the new album also explores new ideas and diverse genres. Songs such as "Kingfish", "Fear Of God", and "Strange Harvest" demonstrate Nils' lyrical prowess. Whereas before, the band was struggling to compromise in order to suit everyone's tastes, the newest offering from Uncle Outrage still has the patented UO sound, but with more eclectic elements.
My Name Is Gay
Uncle Outrage Lyrics
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One that doesn't sound like nothings.
I don't agree with you
When you say my name is real cool.
Nils Helm sounds like a faggot's name:
One that's boring and always brings me shame.
My name is gay.
My name is gay.
I want a pretty name.
l'll take anything.
I'd rather be named This-kid's-a-big-f**king-faggot Rathmonson.
This-kid's-a-big-f**king-faggot Rathmanson..
I would be a lot more happy with that name.
The lyrics of Uncle Outrage's "My Name is Gay" reflect the frustration and anguish of the singer, who is unhappy with his name. He yearns for a name that is considered pretty, something that would boost his self-esteem and make him feel comfortable with who he is. The singer is defiant towards people who compliment his current name, Nils Helm, and instead considers it as a name that sounds boring and shameful.
The lines "Nils Helm sounds like a faggot's name: One that's boring and always brings me shame. My name is gay," are indicative of societal stigmatization towards the LGBTQ+ community. The word "gay" is used as a derogatory term to describe something that is considered uncool or undesirable, and the singer's frustration with his name is a reflection of the societal pressure to conform to heteronormative standards. The desire for a name that is more outrageous and obnoxious, such as "This-kid's-a-big-f**king-faggot Rathmanson," is an indication of the rebellion against societal norms, and an attempt to find comfort in one's own skin.
Overall, "My Name is Gay" is a highly introspective and poignant portrayal of the struggles of societal stigmatization towards the LGBTQ+ community. It highlights the need for a more open and accepting society that celebrates diversity and individuality.
Line by Line Meaning
I want a pretty name,
Uncle Outrage desires a charming name for himself.
One that doesn't sound like nothings.
He wants a name that has weight and meaning to it.
I don't agree with you
Uncle Outrage does not share the same opinion as the other person.
When you say my name is real cool.
The other person claims that Uncle Outrage's name is great.
Nils Helm sounds like a faggot's name:
Uncle Outrage believes that the name Nils Helm sounds like a derogatory term for gay people.
One that's boring and always brings me shame.
He finds the name to be dull and causes him embarrassment.
My name is gay.
Uncle Outrage reveals that his current name is associated with homosexuality.
No, no, no.
He vehemently denies the idea of having a cool name.
I want a pretty name.
Reiterating his desire for a charming name.
l'll take anything.
Uncle Outrage is open to any name despite the desire for it to be pretty.
I'd rather be named This-kid's-a-big-f**king-faggot Rathmonson.
He expresses a preference for a name that is vulgar but heterosexual rather than a name with homosexual connotations.
This-kid's-a-big-f**king-faggot Rathmanson..
Uncle Outrage repeats the preferred alternative name.
I would be a lot more happy with that name.
He speculates that he would be happier with a vulgar but heterosexual name as opposed to his current one.
Contributed by Eli J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@NaoyaToudou
i was never a fan of uncle outrage until i heard this song... i love the angry feeling it gives off :)
@DrNilsRasmussen
If anyone hasn't heard, UO is soon releasing a 15 track full album on February 28th, taking pre-orders now. It is easily the album of which I am most proud. Do yourself a favor and check out some of the new tunes I've posted here on YouTube!
@nyanoid9092
uncle outrage is so good
@DrNilsRasmussen
Aww thanks. You're too kind ☺
@godlike3712
Yesssss
@IamPussy
@@DrNilsRasmussen Nils? sounds like a faggot's name
@CrazySprite
I am in love
@moonmeadow
Samee a friend showed them to me and I love it
@slutyslutterson6686
you have a cool username
@CrazySprite
@@slutyslutterson6686 thank you very much