| "Bloke" | ||||
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| Single by Chris Franklin | ||||
| B-side | "Jack Off Australia" | |||
| Released | 2000 | |||
| Studio | Espy Records (St Kilda, Victoria) | |||
| Length | 3:50 | |||
| Label | EMI | |||
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| Lyricist(s) | Chris Franklin | |||
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"Bloke" is a song performed by Australian comedian Chris Franklin, released as a parody of Meredith Brooks's song "Bitch" with the lyrics changed to reflect the stereotypical Australian male lifestyle. It debuted at number 15 on the Australian Singles Chart before eventually reaching the number-one spot and staying there for two weeks, becoming the 12th-highest-selling single of the year 2000. It received a platinum certification from the Australian Recording Industry Association for shipments of over 70,000. The song was later nominated for Best Comedy Release and Highest Selling Single at the ARIA Awards.