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Smack My Bitch Up
The Prodigy Lyrics


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Change my pitch up
Smack my bitch up
Change my pitch up
Smack my bitch up

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Smack my bitch up
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Smack my bitch up
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Smack my bitch up

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Overall Meaning

The lyrics to The Prodigy's song "Smack My Bitch Up" have been a controversial topic of discussion since its release in 1997. Some have interpreted the lyrics as promoting violence against women, and as a result, it has been banned at some venues and even publicly denounced by feminist groups. However, a closer analysis of the lyrical content suggests a more nuanced interpretation.


The repeated phrase "Smack my bitch up" can be seen as a metaphor for indulging in a hedonistic lifestyle or giving in to one's impulses and desires. It can also be interpreted as a way of reclaiming and subverting a misogynistic phrase, turning it into something empowering. In fact, the song's music video, directed by Jonas Åkerlund, features a female protagonist who engages in wild and debaucherous behavior, challenging traditional gender roles and expectations.


The lyrics also reference changing one's pitch, which can be interpreted as a metaphor for changing one's mindset or mindset-altering substance use. The song's frenetic beats and distorted soundscape further support the idea of losing oneself in a state of exhilaration and abandon.


Overall, while the lyrics to "Smack My Bitch Up" have been controversial and divisive, they can be seen as a provocative and subversive commentary on societal norms and gender roles.


Line by Line Meaning

Change my pitch up
Alter my tone or demeanor


Smack my bitch up
Commit acts of violence and aggression towards a woman


Change my pitch up
Alter my tone or demeanor


Smack my bitch up
Commit acts of violence and aggression towards a woman


Change my pitch up
Alter my tone or demeanor


Smack my bitch up
Commit acts of violence and aggression towards a woman


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In this manner


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In this manner


Smack my bitch up
Commit acts of violence and aggression towards a woman


Like this
In this manner


Like this
In this manner


Smack my bitch up
Commit acts of violence and aggression towards a woman


Like this
In this manner


Like this
In this manner


Change my pitch up
Alter my tone or demeanor


Smack my bitch up
Commit acts of violence and aggression towards a woman


Change my pitch up
Alter my tone or demeanor


Smack my bitch up
Commit acts of violence and aggression towards a woman


Like this
In this manner




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Liam Howlett, Cedric Ulmont Miller, Tim Randolph, Mike Smith, Keith Mathew Thornton

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