"What a kid I got, I told him about the birds and the bee and he told me about the butcher and my wife"
- Rodney Dangerfield
About this Quote
In this quote, comedian Rodney Dangerfield is expressing his surprise and amusement at his kid's unforeseen action to a conversation about the "birds and the bees." This expression is typically used to describe the topic of sex and reproduction, which parents usually need to describe to their children at some point. However, rather of learning about this topic, Dangerfield's kid obviously shared details about a butcher and his partner. This unforeseen twist highlights the amusing and unforeseeable nature of kids, and Dangerfield's delivery of the quote contributes to the comical effect. In general, this quote showcases Dangerfield's wit and ability to find humor in everyday circumstances.
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