Quote by Rodney Dangerfield

Boy were we poor, if I wasn't born a boy I would of had nothing to play with.

Boy were we poor, if I wasn't born a boy I would of had noth

Summary

This quote captures a sense of economic hardship and disparity in a humorous manner. The speaker reflects on their impoverished childhood, emphasizing that their gender was the only thing that provided them with something to play with. It implies that the speaker's family lacked the means to buy toys typically associated with childhood, highlighting the extent of their poverty. The quote touches upon the limited resources and opportunities available to the speaker, painting a bleak picture of their upbringing, while simultaneously expressing resilience and finding humor in the situation.

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Humor Funny

By Rodney Dangerfield

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