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“Why did the chicken cross the road? Because he's a goddamn chicken he doesn't know what the **** he's doing” quote by Thom Yorke
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“Why did the chicken cross the road? Because he's a goddamn chicken he doesn't know what the **** he's doing”

Thom Yorke

About This Quote

Source Interview: Rolling Stone, 2009

A joke subverts expectations, revealing absurdity in mundane questions.

In simple terms: The chicken crossed because it’s clueless.

Key Takeaway

Question assumptions.

Themes

humor absurdity questioning

Mood

playful provocative

Type

satirical humorous

When to use this quote

  • stand‑up comedy
  • creative writing
  • critical thinking
  • social commentary

Key Concepts

Existentialism satire communication

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does the joke reveal about human certainty?
  • How can absurdity spark deeper insight?
A Different Perspective

Humor can mask serious critique.

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