Funny Quote by W. Kamau Bell
““Funny is like sexy, and they are kind of related. What turns one person on is hilarious to another person. And vice versa. And you can see all of this at the nexus of clowns. Many people think clowns are hilarious. (Many others think clowns are creepy.) But there is a certain percentage of people who think clowns are sexy. Don't believe me, Google "clown porn" right now. I dare you. And if you don't need to Google that, then it's because it is already saved on your browser. So when these dudes say, "Women aren't funny," they are forgetting a classically important addendum: "to me." They should be saying, "Women aren't funny to me." But they don't say "to me" because if you are a man in America, you are considered the norm. (Remember it's the NBA and the W[omen's]NBA, not the WNBA and the M[en's]NBA.) And if you are a white man in America, then you are also considered the norm.””
About This Quote
Source Stand‑up routine, Comedy Special “The Problem with…”, 2020
Humor and sexuality are subjective; what’s funny or sexy varies by individual perspective and cultural norms.
In simple terms: Funny and sexy are personal; not universal.
Key Takeaway
Recognize personal taste in humor and attraction.
Themes
humor
sexuality
subjectivity
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
social
commentary
observational
When to use this quote
- dating advice
- marketing comedy
- media analysis
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
social norms
gender
culture
perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you navigate humor that offends?
- What role does culture play in defining “funny”?
A Different Perspective
Not everyone agrees; humor can be offensive or harmful.
