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.
Worst In The World
Uncle Outrage Lyrics
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All I need, is what I have right here
Can never finish, never win it
Fall apart into sand, to sand, to sand, to sand.
Now I'm left half a man, with still a lot of shit
In my hands, my hands, my hands, my hands.
First you wash 'em then you rinse
I am not king
Pull back your boys,
Retract your girls.
I am the worst in the world.
I wanna be a man,
Just want to be a man
I want to be a man,
Just want to be a man.
Do the break down. Like this.
First you wash 'em then you rinse.
I am not king
I am no prince
Pull back your boys,
Retract your girls.
I am the worst in the world.
I wanna be a man,
Just want to be a man
I want to be a man,
Just want to be a man.
Ut dut ndut duh.
The opening lines of the song "Look at me, I'm a superstar, all I need is what I have right here" indicates a certain sense of arrogance and overconfidence in one's own abilities. However, the following lyrics "Can never finish, never win it, fall apart into sand" suggests a lack of conviction and a fear of failure. This self-doubt and uncertainty is highlighted in the repeated phrase "to sand, to sand, to sand" which indicates a sense of decay and dissolution. The lines "Now I'm left half a man, with still a lot of shit in my hands" further emphasizes the feeling of being incomplete and unfulfilled, despite having achieved some level of success.
The chorus of the song "I am the worst in the world" is a paradoxical statement in that it seems to contradict the earlier claims of being a superstar. However, it could be interpreted as a self-deprecating statement meant to express a certain level of humility and a willingness to acknowledge one's own flaws and shortcomings. The repeated refrain "I wanna be a man, just want to be a man" highlights the desire to be respected and seen as a whole person, rather than just a superficial image or idea. Overall, the lyrics seem to express a sense of disillusionment with fame and success, and a longing for something more genuine and authentic.
Line by Line Meaning
Look at me, I'm a superstar
I am seeking attention and admiration from others, and believe that I am better than most people.
All I need, is what I have right here
I am content with what I already possess and do not require more materialistic possessions or successes to make me happy.
Can never finish, never win it
I am not able to complete tasks or win competitions, leading me to feel defeated and frustrated.
Fall apart into sand, to sand, to sand, to sand.
My life is crumbling and falling apart, leading me to feel lost and hopeless.
Now I'm left half a man, with still a lot of shit
I feel incomplete and insufficient, even though I still possess a lot of possessions or accomplishments.
In my hands, my hands, my hands, my hands.
I am in control of my life and the things that I possess, and it is my responsibility to make the most of them.
First you wash 'em then you rinse
To properly clean something, it must go through a process of washing and rinsing.
I am not king
I do not hold the highest position of power and control over others.
I am no prince
I am not next in line for the throne and therefore do not possess the same level of privilege and entitlement.
Pull back your boys,
Tell your male friends to stay away from me or not associate with me.
Retract your girls.
Tell your female friends to stay away from me or not associate with me.
I am the worst in the world.
I believe that I am the most inadequate and worthless person in the world.
I wanna be a man, Just want to be a man
I desire to become more mature and responsible, and take on the traits that are commonly associated with being a man.
I want to be a man, Just want to be a man.
I crave the respect, power, and control that is commonly given to men in society.
Do the break down. Like this.
Now that I have expressed my feelings and frustrations, let me guide you through a musical breakdown to further display my emotions.
Ut dut ndut duh.
Nonsensical sounds that continue the musical breakdown and display more of my emotions and feelings.
Contributed by Alexandra M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.