Smack My Bitch Up
Prodigy Lyrics
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Change my pitch up
Smack my bitch up
Change my pitch up
Smack my bitch up
(Like this)
Change my pitch up
Smack my bitch up
Change my pitch up
Smack my bitch up
(Like, like this)
(Like this)
(Like this)
Smack my bitch up
(Like this)
(Like this)
Smack my bitch up
(Like this)
(Like this)
Change my pitch up
Smack my bitch up
Change my pitch up
Smack my bitch up
(Like this)
The controversial lyrics to Prodigy's "Smack My Bitch Up" have been the subject of much debate and outrage since the song was released in 1997. Some listeners saw the lyrics as promoting violence and misogyny towards women, while others argued that they were simply a playful, provocative expression of raw energy and rebellion.
Interpreting these lyrics requires understanding the context of the song and the cultural moment in which it was released. "Smack My Bitch Up" was a response to the rave and techno scenes of the 1990s, which were characterized by a frenzied, drug-fueled energy and a disregard for traditional social norms. The lyrics can be understood as a celebration of this anarchic spirit, urging the listener to embrace their most primal urges and desires without shame or hesitation.
At the same time, however, the lyrics also carry a darker, more disturbing message. By using the phrase "smack my bitch up," the song seems to condone violence against women and perpetuate harmful gender stereotypes. Some have argued that this language reinforces a culture of misogyny and contributes to the objectification and abuse of women.
Ultimately, the interpretation of these lyrics is a complex and contentious issue that reflects broader debates about the role of music and popular culture in shaping social attitudes and norms.
Line by Line Meaning
Change my pitch up
Modify my tone or manner to conceal my true intentions
Smack my bitch up
Commit an act of violence against a woman
Change my pitch up
Adjust my approach to avoid detection or suspicion
Smack my bitch up
Physically assault a woman for my own pleasure
Like this
Continuing with the same behavior and attitude
Smack my bitch up
Inflict pain and harm on a woman as a form of domination
Like this
Maintaining my destructive and violent behavior towards women
Like this
Continuing to act with disregard for the safety and well-being of others
Smack my bitch up
Showing no remorse or empathy for the harm caused to the woman
Like this
Persisting in the same harmful patterns and attitudes
Change my pitch up
Mask my true self to avoid accountability for my actions
Smack my bitch up
Reinforcing and perpetuating violence against women
Change my pitch up
Continuing to manipulate and deceive others to avoid consequences
Smack my bitch up
Glorifying and normalizing the harmful treatment of women
Like this
Remaining unrepentant and unaccountable for my actions
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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@erinholz
My parents were huge fans of prodigy and didn’t feel like skipping this song so they told me the lyrics were “snap my picture” and I fucking believed them until I recently revisited this album
@kw271
And you will explain Lady GaGa videos to yours.
The cycle is complete.
@k.ohalloran8758
LOVE this so much, thanks!!
@trentbateman
Your parents are geniuses
@mEDIUMGap
And how to explain to a kid that a bitch is not an actual bitch
@mrbriceno3949
Hahahahahah i know what your daddy wanted to do
@zodiac909
No matter how much time passes, Prodigy remains timeless.
@Zoonjse
Almost 20 years, and im like wtf ? itcame out yesterday. This song is new, and forever reverent.
@scotty193
Motorhead remains timeless u Fart Knocker this is just exercise and a bit of a laugh.
@notyours5780
Thats the definition of timeless lol