I Might Be A Cunt, But I'm Not A Fucking Cunt
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"I Might Be A Cunt, But I'm Not A Fucking Cunt" is a song by TISM
, released as the second single from their album www.tism.wanker.com
in 1998.
Due to lyrical content, the song was almost universally banned, as was the video for both the lyrical nature of the song and the sexual nature of the video. The title of the song references the 1996 film From Dusk Till Dawn
when George Clooney
's character says the line "I may be a bastard, but I'm not a fucking bastard."
to those in the lower class who are proud of who and what they are, as noted in the line "I might have gone to uni
, but at least I know I'm dumb." On another level, it is a criticism of those same people, those who revel in their mediocrity.
The video, directed by Craig Melville
, is a parody of the Mimi Macpherson sex video.
At the beginning, actual video footage of the wedding between Pamela Anderson
and Tommy Lee
is shown. It then cuts to a video of a couple undressing, and having sex. According to the timestamp in the corner, it was filmed on 14 March 1998 (the timestamp is in Australian date notation). The male then adjusts the camera, to reveal a TISM member reading a book. The woman then dons flippers. The man, after a fast forward, can be seen in a Jeff Kennett
mask and cricket pads. The woman then gives him fellatio, and it abruptly cuts to static.
The video was played once on SBS
Australia's 'Alchemy' show which its hosts at the time said would never play again, even though viewer demand was high for a repeat in the following weeks. The video is available uncensored on the initial pressings of the album www.tism.wanker.com
(1998) and on the second DVD of The White Albun
(2004).
, the head of the Australian RSL
, wrote a letter of complaint to Shock Records
asking for TISM to be fired from the label, and describing the song as "...Dropping [Australia's standards] through the floor into the proverbial sewer".
Ron Hitler-Barassi responded to criticism in an interview:
version is exactly the same as the album version, except that the words fucking and cunt are removed.
"Kate – Fischer of Men" is also on Att: Shock Records Faulty Pressing Do Not Manufacture, the bonus CD which came with the initial pressing of www.tism.wanker.com
(1998).
TISM
TISM was a seven piece anonymous alternative rock band from Melbourne, Australia. The group was formed in 1982 and enjoyed a large underground/independent following. Their third album Machiavelli and the Four Seasons reached the Australian national top 10 in 1995...
, released as the second single from their album www.tism.wanker.com
Www.tism.wanker.com
www.tism.wanker.com is the name of a 1998 album by Australian alternative rock group TISM .The album title references an internet URL which, at the time of release, was a subdomain provided by a friendly person overseas who had registered wanker.com, as TISM were not able to obtain their preferred...
in 1998.
Due to lyrical content, the song was almost universally banned, as was the video for both the lyrical nature of the song and the sexual nature of the video. The title of the song references the 1996 film From Dusk Till Dawn
From Dusk Till Dawn
From Dusk till Dawn is a 1996 horror film directed by Robert Rodriguez and written by Quentin Tarantino. The movie stars Harvey Keitel, George Clooney, Quentin Tarantino and Juliette Lewis.-Plot:...
when George Clooney
George Clooney
George Timothy Clooney is an American actor, film director, producer, and screenwriter. For his work as an actor, he has received two Golden Globe Awards and an Academy Award...
's character says the line "I may be a bastard, but I'm not a fucking bastard."
Song
On the literal level, the song focuses on a man who admits that he has faults, but when viewed in perspective, those faults are not entirely bad. For example having sex with "your sister" makes him bad, but he's not entirely bad because he refuses to have sex with "your mum". Eventually the man concedes that he might not be able to control all of his urges and makes the leap from cunt to fucking cunt by asking for "your mum's number." On a figurative level the song operates on numerous levels, carrying on the themes of the album. On one level, it is a paeanPaean
A paean is a song or lyric poem expressing triumph or thanksgiving. In classical antiquity, it is usually performed by a chorus, but some examples seem intended for an individual voice...
to those in the lower class who are proud of who and what they are, as noted in the line "I might have gone to uni
University
A university is an institution of higher education and research, which grants academic degrees in a variety of subjects. A university is an organisation that provides both undergraduate education and postgraduate education...
, but at least I know I'm dumb." On another level, it is a criticism of those same people, those who revel in their mediocrity.
Video
Craig Melville
Craig James Melville is an Australian television comedy director. He is best known for his collaborations with comedians John Safran, Lawrence Leung and The Chaser.- Television :* Lawrence Leung's Unbelievable - Director/Producer...
, is a parody of the Mimi Macpherson sex video.
At the beginning, actual video footage of the wedding between Pamela Anderson
Pamela Anderson
Pamela Denise Anderson is a Canadian-American actress, model, producer, author, activist, and former showgirl, known for her roles on the television series Home Improvement, Baywatch, and V.I.P. She was chosen as a Playmate of the Month for Playboy magazine in February 1990...
and Tommy Lee
Tommy Lee
Thomas Lee Bass , best known as Tommy Lee, is an American musician and founding member of glam metal band Mötley Crüe. As well as being the band's long-term drummer, Lee founded rap-metal band Methods of Mayhem, and has pursued solo musical projects...
is shown. It then cuts to a video of a couple undressing, and having sex. According to the timestamp in the corner, it was filmed on 14 March 1998 (the timestamp is in Australian date notation). The male then adjusts the camera, to reveal a TISM member reading a book. The woman then dons flippers. The man, after a fast forward, can be seen in a Jeff Kennett
Jeff Kennett
Jeffrey Gibb Kennett AC , a former Australian politician, was the Premier of Victoria between 1992 and 1999. He is currently the President of Hawthorn Football Club. He is the founding Chairman of beyondblue, a national depression initiative.- Early life :Kennett was born in Melbourne on 2 March...
mask and cricket pads. The woman then gives him fellatio, and it abruptly cuts to static.
The video was played once on SBS
Special Broadcasting Service
The Special Broadcasting Service is a hybrid-funded Australian public broadcasting radio and television network. The stated purpose of SBS is "to provide multilingual and multicultural radio and television services that inform, educate and entertain all Australians and, in doing so, reflect...
Australia's 'Alchemy' show which its hosts at the time said would never play again, even though viewer demand was high for a repeat in the following weeks. The video is available uncensored on the initial pressings of the album www.tism.wanker.com
Www.tism.wanker.com
www.tism.wanker.com is the name of a 1998 album by Australian alternative rock group TISM .The album title references an internet URL which, at the time of release, was a subdomain provided by a friendly person overseas who had registered wanker.com, as TISM were not able to obtain their preferred...
(1998) and on the second DVD of The White Albun
The White Albun
The White Albun is the final studio album by Australian alternative rock band TISM. The title is a reference to and deliberate misspelling of The White Album, an unofficial name for the album The Beatles....
(2004).
Controversy
The single release of the song brought controversy back to TISM once again. The song and its accompanying music video of a couple having sex was banned by the SBS, ABC's rage and Triple J due to its content. Bruce RuxtonBruce Ruxton
Bruce Caryle Ruxton AM, OBE is an Australian ex-serviceman and former President of the Victorian Returned and Services League.-Early life:Ruxton grew up in Kew, Victoria...
, the head of the Australian RSL
Returned and Services League of Australia
The Returned and Services League of Australia is a support organisation for men and women who have served or are serving in the Australian Defence Force ....
, wrote a letter of complaint to Shock Records
Shock Records
Shock Records is Australia's largest independent record label. It helps distribute records from overseas records labels such as Epitaph Records, and also for small record labels designed specifically for that band such as Cement Records...
asking for TISM to be fired from the label, and describing the song as "...Dropping [Australia's standards] through the floor into the proverbial sewer".
Ron Hitler-Barassi responded to criticism in an interview:
Track list
The karaokeKaraoke
is a form of interactive entertainment or video game in which amateur singers sing along with recorded music using a microphone and public address system. The music is typically a well-known pop song minus the lead vocal. Lyrics are usually displayed on a video screen, along with a moving symbol,...
version is exactly the same as the album version, except that the words fucking and cunt are removed.
"Kate – Fischer of Men" is also on Att: Shock Records Faulty Pressing Do Not Manufacture, the bonus CD which came with the initial pressing of www.tism.wanker.com
Www.tism.wanker.com
www.tism.wanker.com is the name of a 1998 album by Australian alternative rock group TISM .The album title references an internet URL which, at the time of release, was a subdomain provided by a friendly person overseas who had registered wanker.com, as TISM were not able to obtain their preferred...
(1998).
- "I Might Be A Cunt, But I’m Not A Fucking Cunt"
- "Drop The ’Tude"
- "Kate – Fischer Of Men"
- "I Might Be A Cunt, But I’m Not A Fucking Cunt (Karaoke Version)"