Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: grindcore
Song Meaning of “Cat Olympics” by Beaten To Death
The song “Cat Olympics” by Beaten To Death explores the absurd and humorous nature of feline culture. The song follows the story of two cats who come up with the idea of a Cat Olympics to compete against one another in a variety of events. The first cat boasts that his jumps will be the highest, his speed the fastest and his preening the most outstanding. The second cat boasts that she will outshine him in the long run and that she will be crowned the champion of the Cat Olympics.
The lyrics of the song contains many metaphors about competitiveness and the drive to be the best. They contrast the cats’ confidence in each other with the overall futility of their endeavors, pointing to the fact that there really isn’t any winner in a competition of cats. The song reflects on the human tendency to take on seemingly impossible tasks that result in no real gain. It also serves as a reminder to lighten up and take a step back to enjoy the simpler moments in life.