Mother Quote by Nick Cave
““Listen, ah don't wanna speak ill of the dead but have ah told you that mah mother was a great whopping whale of a cunt? Well she was precisely that - a great whopping whale of a hog's cunt with a dirty maggot for a brain.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Radio, 1990s
A vulgar, graphic metaphor highlighting contempt for a mother’s perceived stupidity.
In simple terms: Harsh insult using animal imagery.
Avoid demeaning language.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal argument
- artistic expression
- social critique
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why use extreme imagery to convey disdain?
- What impact does shock have on audience?
May be offensive and alienate listeners.