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The Ass-Kickers' Song

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"The Ass-Kickers' Song" is a musical comedy sketch performed by the Canadian comedy troupe The Kids in the Hall, which aired on their self-titled television series in the early 1990s. The sketch features Bruce McCulloch and Mark McKinney as aggressive working-class men who sing a song about kicking rear ends. It serves as a satirical take on exaggerated hyper-masculinity and bar-room tough guy tropes. The sketch is characteristic of the troupe's absurdist and often dark comedic style.

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What is 'The Ass-Kickers' Song' sketch from Kids in the Hall about?

'The Ass-Kickers' Song' is a musical sketch performed by the Canadian comedy troupe Kids in the Hall. The sketch features a humorous, high-energy song that satirizes aggressive, macho attitudes through upbeat, catchy musical styling.

Who performs 'The Ass-Kickers' Song'?

The sketch was performed by Kids in the Hall, a legendary comedy troupe formed in 1984 by comedians from Toronto and Calgary. The group originally consisted of Dave Foley, Bruce McCulloch, Kevin McDonald, Mark McKinney, and Scott Thompson.

Where can I watch 'The Ass-Kickers' Song' sketch?

'The Ass-Kickers' Song' originally aired on the Kids in the Hall television show, which was broadcast on networks like CBC and CBS in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Classic sketches from the troupe are widely available today on various streaming platforms and DVD compilations.

Is 'The Ass-Kickers' Song' a recurring bit in Kids in the Hall?

While Kids in the Hall are famous for their recurring characters, 'The Ass-Kickers' Song' served as a specific, one-off musical sketch. However, its memorable melody and comedic timing have made it a cult favorite among fans of the troupe's musical numbers.

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