The song "Gingers Have Souls" by The Gregory Brothers is a response to an episode of the popular animated TV show South Park, titled "Ginger Kids." In this episode, one of the characters, Cartman, gives a presentation in which he claims that red-haired people, or gingers, do not have souls. The Gregory Brothers, known for their viral YouTube series "Auto-Tune the News," created this song as a comedic parody and commentary on the controversial episode. They express their frustration and annoyance with South Park's portrayal of red-haired individuals and refute the idea that gingers lack souls. The lyrics of the song highlight the emotional impact that such stereotypes can have on those who are targeted. The singer acknowledges that it hurts their feelings, even if they try to act like it doesn't. They reference the line from the South Park episode and counter it by stating that only God can determine who has a soul and who doesn't, emphasizing that red-haired people are no different from others in this regard. The song also addresses the bullying and ridicule that red-haired individuals, particularly the singer themselves, have experienced. They express their frustration with being called derogatory names like "ginger" and "fat ginger." The singer defends their identity, being proud of their red hair, freckles, and the way they were created by God. Overall, "Gingers Have Souls" is a satirical and light-hearted response to the South Park episode, challenging negative stereotypes and promoting self-acceptance for red-haired individuals.
