Mistah Eliot – He Wanker TISM

"Mistah Eliot – He Wanker" by TISM is a satirical #Rock track from 1993 that critiques pretentiousness in art and literature. The lyrics humorously mock literary figures, blending absurdity with social commentary. Its unique blend of punk energy and witty wordplay has made it a memorable anthem in Australian music culture.

[Verse 1]
Well, T. S. Eliot tuned the radio, couldn't get rid of the static
Serves him right for being so enigmatic
T. S. Eliot crashed his motor car, snapped a clutch cable
I bet you my youngest daughter could drink him under the table

[Chorus]
T. S. Eliot
T. S. Eliot
T. S. Eliot
T. S. Eliot
Oh, Thomas

[Verse 2]
Well, T. S. Eliot lost his wallet when he went into town
Serves him right for hanging out with the likes of Ezra Pound
T. S. Eliot thinks he's famous because he's a genius
But don't you know I'm ambivalent about the modernist achievement?

[Chorus]
T. S. Eliot
T. S. Eliot
T. S. Eliot
T. S. Eliot
T. S. Eliot
(Hey girls, there ain't no maybe)
T. S. Eliot
(Well I'm your favourite teacher, baby)
T. S. Eliot
(He's only a poet)
T. S. Eliot
(Well, I'm your man and don't you know it, baby, yeah)

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