The Oozes, Bitchboy | Wacky Wednesday

In the 35th edition of Wacky Wednesday (2025), we break down the unique “Bitchboy,” performed by queer London punk band, The Oozes.

Do you know what day it is? It is Wednesday, folks! Do you know what that means? Why, it is Wacky Wednesday! In the spirited column Wacky Wednesday, we analyze, break down, and explore songs from various musicians of various genres that can be considered unique, unusual, or ‘wacky.’  These songs can be new or old; the only requirement is that they ‘catch the ears’ because of their distinctiveness.  With the background established, in the 35^th edition of Wacky Wednesday (2025), we break down the unique “Bitchboy”, performed by The Oozes. Wacky Wednesday vibes commence!

“Good boy.” Uh-oh! Oh, snap! That simple phrase, the first lyrics of the song, mind you, should indicate that The Oozes’ “Bitchboy” is something else! Something else might be an understatement… Sure enough, the queer London punk band comprised of Tom Gilbert (vocals), Ciara Clarke (Bass Guitar), Olly Chrich (Drums),  and Cherry Cicely (Electric Guitar) doesn’t disappoint. “Bitchboy,” which clocks in under two minutes, is not that innocent, Britney! From the start, “Bitchboy” is aggressive, assertive, loud, and noisy.  Hell yeah, the spirit of punk is alive and well 🤘! The song thrives thanks to its roaring, distorted guitar, the firm foundation provided by the bass, and pummeling drums. The tempo is quick, further amplifying the energy.  Of course, trans 🏳️‍⚧️ frontman Tom Gilbert is electrifying, kicking ass and taking names.

“Bitchboy” is Q-U-E-E-R to the nth degree.  A bitchboy is gay slang, with Wiktionary 😏 defining it as ‘A bottom, usually a younger, submissive male.’ The bottom is the passive role, often associated with submissiveness in anal sex. Tom Gilbert owns the fact that he’s a bitchboy:

“I’ve really fucked it up this time

(Bitchboy bitchboy)

I had a dream that we were fine…

Then I woke up and had a cry…

Oh, I’m a cunt, and the end is night

Bitchboy, bitchboy, I’m a fucking bitchboy

All I want in this whole world is to be your

Bitchboy.”

Ah, the emotional bottom! Tom circles back around to good boy, which, in this context, is a submissive role. Aww, shit, it’s giving praise kink! It’s not all sex, though.  “Bitchboy” also gives us disturbing lyrics where his cat 🐈‍⬛ eats him 😳, the devil 😈 eats the cat 🐈 (not surprising), etc. Ultimately, Tom’s requests are simple: to be his bitchboy, and his good boy. A wild, queer, and kinky ride, “Bitchboy” rocks 🤘!