Butthole Surfers - Cough Syrup Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What album is Butthole Surfers' song 'Cough Syrup' from?

   The song 'Cough Syrup' by Butthole Surfers is from their seventh studio album 'Electriclarryland,' which was released on May 6, 1996 by Capitol Records.

2. What was the original title of the album 'Electriclarryland'?

   The original title of the album 'Electriclarryland' was going to be 'Oklahoma!', but it was changed to avoid potential legal issues.

3. What is the album 'Electriclarryland' a parody of?

   The album 'Electriclarryland' is a parody of Jimi Hendrix's third studio album entitled 'Electric Ladyland.' This is a common trend with Butthole Surfers, as they have used parody titles for their releases before.

4. Why was the artwork of 'Electriclarryland' album changed?

   The original album artwork, inspired by the 1974 Hi-Fi murders, was deemed too graphic and was replaced with a cover depicting a prairie dog.

5. Did the album 'Electriclarryland' receive any notable certifications?

   Yes, the album 'Electriclarryland' was certified gold by the RIAA on August 20, 1996, indicating robust sales and popularity.

6. Was 'Electriclarryland' album released in a clean version?

   Yes, 'Electriclarryland' was released in a clean version with profanities removed, and the band was credited as 'B***H*** Surfers' on that version.