I Sucked a Lot of Cock to Get Where I Am

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About I Sucked a Lot of Cock to Get Where I Am

"I Sucked a Lot of Cock to Get Where I Am" is a song by Australian rock band, Regurgitator lifted from the band's debut studio album Tu-Plang. The song was not commercially released in Australia, however a 7" Vinyl single it was released in US in November 1996 and in the UK in 1998. The song was attacked by Australian radio broadcaster Alan Jones, who campaigned to have it removed from youth radio station Triple J's playlist. Christian group's also expressed outrage at the song. The song remains a fans favourite. The song ranked at number 23 on Triple J's Hottest 100 in 1996. Ben Ely said "I loved his idea of intense lyrical ideas with almost sweet pop melodies." Quan Yeomans said "I guess the main inspiration for this tune was probably our recent signing to the record company. I recall Warner 'loving' the song but being a bit apprehensive about leaving the title as it was. I believe they bandied other more palatable titles about, "Rinsing" comes to mind–but inevitably caved into our infantile demands."In 2019, Tyler Jenke from The Brag ranked Regurgitator's best songs, with "I Sucked a Lot of Cock to Get Where I Am" coming it at number 5. Jenke said "Describing an attitude of doing anything to reach the top, 'I Sucked a Lot of Cock to Get Where I Am' remains as one of Regurgitator's breakthrough hits, proving they can make memorable, catchy rock that resonates with fans everywhere – despite the questionable language" 


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i sucked a lot of cock to get where i am
i only want to be the best that i can
my mouth is stained i can't complain
i keep on rinsing it again and again

whoa-oh whoa whoa yeah-eah-eah-eah
whoa whoa yeah-eah-eah-eah
whoa-oh whoa whoa yeah-eah-eah-eah
whoa yeah-eah-eah

take a look at me
tell me what do you see?
i've got all i want
i'm on top of the heap
now they suck up to me
i sucked more cock
you can get what you need
just get down on your knees

you've sucked a lot of cock to get where you are
your smile is stretching but you're gonna go far
your life is pain you can't complain
you keep on rinsing it again and again

i know i know-whoa-oh-oh-oh
i sucked a lot of cock to get where i am
i know i know-whoa-oh-oh-oh
i only want to be the best that i can

i know i know-whoa-oh-oh-oh
i sucked a lot of cock to get where i am
i know i know-whoa-oh-oh-oh
i only want to be the best that i can

i know i know-whoa-oh-oh-oh (x6)

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Regurgitator

Regurgitator is an Australian rock band from Brisbane that consists of Quan Yeomans (lead vocals, guitar), Ben Ely (bass, vocals), and Peter Kostic (drums). The band formed in 1993, its original line-up consisting of Yeomans, Ely and drummer Martin Lee. Regurgitator's debut studio album, Tu-Plang earnt the band a significant following, before the release of their second album, Unit in 1997 that propelled the band into mainstream success, winning the ARIA Award for Best Album of 1998 and going three times platinum. more »

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Written by: BEN ELY, MARTIN LEE, QUAN YEOMANS

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10 facts about this song

Band Formation
The song "I Sucked a Lot of Cock to Get Where I Am" is by an Australian band named Regurgitator, which was formed in the early 90s. This song is one of their early hits and the band is known for its unique mix of rock, pop, and electronica.
Controversial Title
This track has one of the most contentious titles in the history of alternative music. The song was subject to bans and censorship due to its explicit content and provocative title.
Album Presence
The song is included in their debut album, "Tu-Plang," which was released in 1996 and is considered a landmark album in the history of Australian alternative music.
Satirical Theme
Despite the controversy, the song is not about explicit sexual content as it might seem from the title. It is often interpreted as a satirical take on the music industry, hinting at the sacrifices, both ethical and moral, people often make to attain success.
Triple J Hottest
Despite the controversy, "I Sucked a Lot of Cock to Get Where I Am" found a place in the annual Triple J Hottest 100 chart in 1996.
Music Video
Although the song was banned on some radio platforms, it still managed to have a music video that was aired on music channels across the country, further escalating the song’s popularity.
Band's Reputation
The song played a significant role in establishing Regurgitator’s reputation as a band known for their unabashed candor and originality.
Live Performances
"I Sucked a Lot of Cock to Get Where I Am" remains a popular choice in Regurgitator’s live performances, often generating enthusiastic responses from audiences.
Shock Value
The song is known for its shock value, given its frank and blunt title. The band often utilizes this as an artistic tool to spark dialogue and intrigue about their content.
Cultural Impact
Despite the controversy, it became one of the classic indie songs of the mid 90s in Australia, serving as a reminder of the evolving musical landscape and challenging societal norms and standards of the time.

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