This phrase was made famous by Christopher Walken in the SNL sketch "More Cowbell". He plays a famous record producer, who insists that Blue Oyster Cult increase the volume of the cowbell in their studio recording takes of "Don't Fear the Reaper".
by Moose Boy May 2, 2008

by MikeOxLongJackMehoff July 21, 2023

by Cpdough18 February 28, 2022

Someone who’s been labeled rude, called out for being blunt or real, or misunderstood for not sugarcoating things.
It’s not necessarily bad—it means authentic, unfiltered, and unapologetically raw.
It’s not necessarily bad—it means authentic, unfiltered, and unapologetically raw.
by Dihick June 24, 2025

by Plain Fever Beaver February 18, 2024

by TrizzyB November 11, 2015

