Takin' Retards To The Zoo
Dead Milkmen · Now We Are 20 [2003]
Except to get a load of retards and drive 'em to the zoo
Oh oh oh takin' retards to the zoo (x2)
Load 'em on a bus just for laughs
Down a winding road stepping on the gas
Down a winding road just daydreaming
Down a winding road with the retards screaming
Oh oh oh takin' retards to the zoo (x2)
One of them blowing a big spit bubble
Slam on the brakes at the first sign of trouble
Head on collision bodies everywhere
Head on collision retards beware
Oh oh oh takin' retards to the zoo (x2)
Takin' Retards To The Zoo
Takin' Retards To The Zoo stands as a quintessential example of the Dead Milkmen's signature brand of punk rock comedy. Released on the 2003 compilation Now We Are 20, the track captures the band's enduring ability to blend irreverent humor with energetic instrumentation. The Dead Milkmen built their reputation on witty, observational songwriting that often satirized everyday life and social norms. This recording reflects the group's long-standing commitment to the punk genre, maintaining the spirited delivery that defined their earlier work on albums like Bucky Fellini and Beelzebubba. The song serves as a reminder of the band's influence on alternative rock, showcasing their knack for creating memorable, character-driven narratives. It remains a notable song in their extensive discography, illustrating how their unique voice continued to resonate with fans decades after their initial rise to prominence in the punk scene.