Wesley Willis

[Earl]

It has been four years since the premature death of professional mentalist Wesley Willis.

Willis, a chronic schizophrenic, was a punk rock phenomena from Chicago who developed a large welt in the centre of his forehead due to his habit of headbutting people.

The nutjob became something of a cult icon in the 1990s with his unmistakable offensive rants and simple melodies. Songs such as Casper the Homosexual Friendly Ghost and Mr. Magoo Goes to Jail made him a huge favourite with gurning morons who flocked from miles around to witness the freakshow.

Willis, like The Matrix, has to be seen (or heard) for ones self to be fully appreciated.

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[Fenella]

How come I've never heard of the people you talk about?

[Earl]

You're an ignoramus!

Don't worry about it, we aim to be educational as well as entertaining.

[Alpha]

Hmmmm, weird.

[Fenella]

Hmm, yes, I suppose I could have phrased the question a bit better.

OK, how come you talk about obscure people?

[Earl]

Because I know people won't have heard it all before?

It's the anniversary of his death, or was a couple of days ago, so it's topical.

[Ck]

Is it him out of different strokes?

[Earl]

Watchoo talkin' bout Willis?