Okie dokie smokey

Posted by Brian from Shawnee on September 26, 2005

In Reply to: Okie dokie smokey posted by ESC on September 25, 2005

: : : I was recently told that the term "okie dokie smokey" was offensive to African Americans. Does anyone know the origin of this saying or why it is offensive?

: : The "okie dokie" part wouldn't be offensive. It's just a jovial elaboration of "ok." But "smoke" is an offensive racial epithet, and even in combination with the jokey rest, inappropriate language.

: Smokey makes me think of CB language -- a state trooper. Refers to their Smokey Bear hats.

I knew a gay guy who used to say "okie smokey" all the time. I just figured it was a gay thing.