Stuff You Should Know Short Stuff: Mullets: 'Nuff Said
Apr 29, 2020
Dive into the world of mullets with a playful exploration of this iconic hairstyle! Discover its journey from a trendy 80s skater cut to a symbol of cultural identity. Enjoy amusing personal anecdotes as the hosts reminisce about their own teenage hairstyles. Delve into the mullet's rich history and its unexpected connections to rock music and movies. From serious fashion statements to cheeky humor, this discussion guarantees a delightful look at the 'business in the front, party in the back' phenomenon!
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Josh's Mullet
- Josh Clark had a mullet in the 80s, influenced by the skater style.
- He describes it as short and spiky in the front with longer hair in the back, a look he now finds embarrassing.
Mullet Origins
- The Beastie Boys popularized the term "mullet" with their 1994 song "Mullet Head."
- However, the origin of the term, potentially related to the mullet fish, remains unclear.
Ancient Mullets
- The mullet hairstyle has a long history, possibly dating back to ancient times for practical reasons.
- Homer's Iliad describes spearmen with a similar hairstyle, and prehistoric people may have adopted it for protection from the elements.