Waits mangles both minds and the German language, as translation expert Justine Houyaux rejoins Sam and Martin for this call to punctuality. We explore linguistic alterations in other directions, as well as the image of madness and the ways that meaning is projected onto misheard or uncomprehended language.
Music extracts used for illustrative/review purposes include:
Kommienezuspadt, Alice, Tom Waits (2002)
Prisencolinensinainciusol, Super Best, Adriano Celentano (1992/1974)
Komme Nie Zu Spät, The Alice Demos, Tom Waits (1992 - unreleased)
Il Seme del Rap, Quel Punto, Adriano Celentano (1994)
You Know Me (music video, dir. Phil & Olly/Diamond Dogs), Reality Killed the Video Star, Robbie Williams (2009)
A collection of Mondegreens, via YouTube
Justine Houyaux' website for further reading
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