The Perfect Sound
Oh, what a pity, can't you understand . . .
Oh, what a pity, can't you understand . . .
In the comic, some music is introduced as a masterpiece in the manner of a purely orchestral work, such as a classical concerto. Cueball points out the opening sequence to his friend and states that it should be considered art.
When the chorus sets in and the song unfolds its lyrical brilliancy, his friend has no other comment to make except that there must be something wrong with Cueball, as it turns out to be the song "Mickey", performed in 1982 by one-hit-wonder Toni Basil. The lyrics, as well as the instrumentation of the song, were in fact rather simple, being a perfect example of bubblegum pop in the early 1980s.
Cueball's actions might be seen as a critical approach towards over-interpreting music. The comic's title, as well as the stereo setup depicted, could perhaps also denote a sidesweep on audiophiles.
The title text parodies a line from the song and links it with the incomprehension of Cueball's friend.