Spent shell

A used condom

1. Dude, someone left a spent shell on my sidewalk again.

2. WTF! If you are going to throw a spent shell in the toilet at least make sure it gets flushed.

by milkacow June 13, 2010

Selling Out

A rather obsolete term people use to describe bands that have become more mainstream/commercial, usually after signing to a major label. Of course, just because a band has become more mainstream doesn't mean they've 'sold out'- it just means they have more money to spend on professional recordings, greater exposure, etcetera. And as long as a band does not prioritise money over their artistic vision then they should not be accused of wrongdoing. And the fact is, the majority of people who accuse bands of selling out are just irate at the fact that their music is no longer exclusive to them and the niche audience that they can brag about being a part of. So long as money exists people will always have a reason to accuse a band of being in cahoots with men in black suits. Besides, a lot of landmark albums in specific genres have been released when a band had signed to a major label. A band can't help it if their music appeals to the mainstream, so give them a break. And the only artists who should be accused of selling out are those manufactured by heartless record execs with a fetish for money, not those who set out to be a band and sign to a major to gain greater exposure and the recognition they deserve. At the end of the day, everyone's a sellout anyway: we all support the establishment whether we intend to or not, so don't forget that next time you target another band with the 'selling out' ethos.

Dude 1: God, why are you listening to Green Day? they've totally sold out since signing to Warner Bros. You should listen to the Sex Pistols, at least they're not some commercial wannabe rock band.
Dude 2: You do realise that the Sex Pistols were signed to EMI, Virgin and even Warner Bros. right?
Dude 1: (remains silent)
Dude 2: Exactly... so your 'selling out' arguments a bit naive isn't it?

by Firelovesugar March 8, 2011

selling out

Success/fame or any other kind of personal gain at the cost of credibility; and ANYBODY could be a sellout not just a musician/band. There's things that you get naturally and there's things that require selling out to have. And what sucks more is that you can't go back after you did it.

I don't want to name names so I can't give an example of selling out.

by C.F.C. November 16, 2007

selloutism

To surrender to materialistic ideals. To take an idea mainstream. To not be yourself.

Due to the selloutism of our society, people have forgotton that the best things in life are free.

by annielennoxisprettyawesome March 26, 2007

license to sell hot dogs

your fly is open and your dick is hanging out

hey buddy, do you have a license to sell hot dogs?

by Budi September 23, 2007

shell toes

Adidas shoes with the toe of the shoe that is a large rubber cap that has lines running along it, making it look like a shell. Found commonly on the Adidas Superstar and Superstar II's.

I'm just a sneaker pro, I love Pumas and shell toes. ~ Nelly

by Shadow (Merc.) April 14, 2006

Selling the bag

Sell out, fumbling, bullshitting, not doing the right thing

“You selling the bag”

by T finesse November 22, 2020