BOBBY BROWN (FRANK ZAPPA)
Talking Points
1. Why is the boy called Bobby Brown ?
2. Evaluate Bobby Brown's sexual development !
3. The song evaluates the descent of a hopeful boy. Explain !
4. "The song is an extreme, sexualized example of young, opportunistic Americans who do "anything to get ahead"." Comment on that statement !
5. Why do you think the song became a hit ?
6. Is it realistic that a hetero turns into a homo ?
7. What is normally meant by the "American dream" ? Is the term used ironically here ?
8. Do you think the song is anti-homosexual ?
9. The singer seems to insinuate that women's liberation drove some men into homosexuality. What is your opinion ?
10. The lyrics of this song might enrage several groups of people. Which ones and why ?