January 4, 2008 Phrases That Have Forever Been Tainted

There are certain phrases that are used in everyday language that have become tools for marketing or have been used by celebrities. There are also a small percentage of these phrases that actually catch on, and completely change the way you think about that word. Take “That was easy” for example. This innocent phrase has now infected millions like the bubonic plague from days of yore. It is almost impossible to say that phrase now without someone gleefully adding their two cents with “EASY BUTTON! Haha I’m so clever!” Goddamn Staples, ruining the fun for everyone. I gotta give them credit though, it’s probably one of the most successful branding campaigns ever.

And what about “It’s getting hot in here.” I know what you just thought, you can’t deny it. That song has forever morally corrupted so many individuals. That presents for an awkward setting when people at work say it during meetings. There’s one conference room that’s notorious for heating up quickly, and inevitably someone has to say it, “It’s getting hot in here,” and I look around the room and can count the number of people that are thinking, “So take off all your clothes.” Well so much for that one. I think I’ll just switch to, “It’s uncomfortably warm in here.” Maybe that one will elicit some different responses.


Song of the Week: “Little Wing” by Stevie Ray Vaughan. Just makes me want a nice glass of whiskey and a comfortable chair.

Quote of the Week: “How much money do you have in your wallet?” – Bar Manager in DC
“I don’t know, like $90.” – Me
“Great, we’ll take that.” – Bar Manager. Long story.

Random Fact of the Week: Shanghai, China boasts 4,000 skyscrapers - double the number in New York City.

Picture of the Week: Dear Polar Bear: You just got Global Warmed.

Until next week, but what about me and my blue collars?


Fred