"Why I Hate Women" is the fourteenth studio album by American rock band Pere Ubu. The album, released in 2006, was produced by band frontman, David Thomas, and is regarded amongst the group's most powerful late-period works.
The album sees the band continue to push the boundaries of rock music, venturing into a dark, post-punk sound. Lyrically, David Thomas elaborates on feelings of alienation, solitude, and existential fears, while maintaining a critically-acclaimed surrealistic approach. The title of the album is a nod to novelist Jim Thompson's pulp paperback, and not to be taken literally. Despite its seemingly contentious title, the album delves into the complexities of human relationships and tensions between the sexes, rather than serving as a manifesto of misogyny.
The album received positive critical acclaim upon its release for its raw, powerful execution and the experimental style that Pere Ubu has become renowned for. The band on this album included the lineup of David Thomas, Keith Moliné, Robert Wheeler, Michele Temple, and Steve Mehlman, each contributing to the distinctive sound of the record.
The album's track listing includes songs such as "Blue Velvet", "Two Girls (One Bar)", "Texas Overture", and "Stolen Cadillac", all of which showcase the band's highly unique sound. In all, "Why I Hate Women" stands as a testament to Pere Ubu's longstanding creativity and influence in the sector of experimental rock.
