Marilyn Manson
(2000)

Thank you for taking a moment out of your busy schedule for the public. What should I call you? Marylin, Mary, Mister Manson, Ms. Manson?

MM: You can call me anything you want and anytime you want, big stud!

When did you first want to become a freak?

MM: When I found out there was a huge amount of fame and fortune that came with it.

Is Marylin Manson your real name?

MM: No. My given name is Seymour Hiney. So you can see why I wanted to use a different name on stage.

Why did you decide on Marilyn Manson as your stage name?

MM: In order to become famous quickly in our society, you have to either become a supermodel or a serial killer. Other members of the band are named Twiggy Ramirez and Madonna Wayne Gacy.

Who was your biggest role model growing up?

MM: Isn't it obvious?

Why don't you let me ask the questions Carolyn?

MM: I've patterned my life after Michael Jackson. Isn't that clear by just looking at me?

I said stop asking me questions. Who the hell do you think you are, the Sphinx?

MM: No I don't think I'm the Sphinx.

What color lipstick are you wearing?

MM: Burnt cherry. You can get it at your local K-Mart.

How do you get skin so pale?

MM: By bathing in bleach every week. You can also get that at your local K-Mart.

Do you spend a lot of time at K-Mart?

MM: Yes, I'm an avid K-Mart shopper. As a matter of fact, we're in negotiations for an endorsement deal for transsexual underwear. I might join up with Martha Stewart and that Charlie's Angels chick for some promos. So that's something to look out for.

What's your favorite ride at an Amusement Park?

MM: The tea-cups. But sometimes I get dizzy and throw up all over myself.

How is that different from how you spend the rest of your time?

MM: Not much different at all.

What do you think about Alan Greenspan?

MM: I would say if I had a dollar for each time time he tinkered with the Federal Interest Rates, I'd retire and start acting normal.

What other musical artists do you enjoy and respect?

MM: Without doubt, I'm in love with those little pop tarts in Hanson. I've been trying to get them to join our tour for years. It's just that I tour past their bedtime.

Many of your critics say you are a bad influence on our youth. What do you say to your detractors?

MM: I say I'm in this for money just like everyone else. I used to be a part of the Peace Corps. I taught English in Uganda for two years, and what did it get me? Nothing! Now I'm a clown. Supposedly, all the world loves a clown. Why can't they?

That's it. I've warned you about asking questions but you have to continue to disregard authority. Are you ready to get bitch-slapped?

MM: I was born ready.

Then it's on. . . .