His work consists mainly of short-form self-directed "monologues about life" shot in his grandparents' home. As of March 2008, Crocker's videos have received a combined 45.8 million plays on MySpace, and his vlog channel on YouTube is the 18th most viewed of all time in all categories, with over 153 million views. Although he has produced dozens of videos, Crocker gained international fame from his viral video tearfully defending Britney Spears's "lackluster MTV comeback" with over four million views in two days. The video received international media attention, hundreds of parodies, criticism and generated death threats for the androgynous performer.
Crocker's detractors and critics have accused him of narcissism, melodramatics, histrionics, and using Spears' personal shortcomings to bolster his own fame. Others have accused Crocker of acting in the "Leave Britney Alone" video, although he insisted it was a genuine on a September 2007 appearance on Maury Povich's Maury show.
In September 2007 Variety magazine revealed Crocker had signed a development deal with 44 Blue Productions to star in a documentary-style reality television show.
On September 19, 2008 Crocker released his first single "Mind In the Gutter" from his debut album Turned On set for release in January 2009. It has yet to be confirmed if he is signed to a label or not.
Fly Swat
Chris Crocker Lyrics
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We've got them haters in here
That think that talking a bunch of mess
Makes them look big and bad
I'm gonna just get my fly swat
Buzzin’ like a bee
But you're stinging like a fly
Fly swat 'cha
Buzzin’ like a bee
But you're stinging like a fly
I'm gonna fly swat 'cha
Fly swat 'cha
You know when a bitch is fuckin' harmless
But have the nerve to fuckin' start shit
Who the fuck you think think you’re fooling fool?
You're the mother fucking fool
Hopefully your insurance covers shit talking
‘Cause I’m ‘bout to watchyour talking
If you had sense you, you , you be runnin’
If you don’t stop that buzzin’ buzzin’
Flies up in here
Buzzin’ in my ear
You ain't proven nothing
When you're callin' me a queer
We got flies up in here
Their buzzin’ in my ear
I'm gonna fly swat 'em
Fly swat 'em
Buzzin’ like a bee
But you're stinging like a fly
I'm gonna fly swat 'cha
Fly swat 'cha
Buzzin’ like a bee
But you're stinging like a fly
I'm gonna fly swat 'cha
Fly swat 'cha
Just because I'm feminine like Dolly Parton
Doesn't mean you won't get hit
When the wig comes off and
Who the fuck you think think you’re fooling fool?
I'm motherfuckin' knockin’ fool proof
Go ahead and start your barking
A bitch like you needs an electric collar
You're worthless
You worthless garbage
Yeah your life
You couldn't even pawn it
Flies up in here
Buzzin’ in my ear
You ain't proven nothing
When you're callin' me a queer
We got flies up in here
Their buzzin’ in my ear
I'm gonna fly swat 'em
Fly swat 'em
Buzzin’ like a bee
But you're stinging like a fly
I'm gonna fly swat 'cha
Fly swat 'cha
Buzzin’ like a bee
But you're stinging like a fly
I'm gonna fly swat 'cha
Fly swat 'cha
Lemme get my fly swat
I'm going to terminate
Anybody who I think is fake
Get a grip bitch, I'm the best
Look in the mirror fly, how grotesque
Flies up in here
Buzzin’ in my ear
You ain't proven nothing
When you're callin' me a queer
We got flies up in here
Their buzzin’ in my ear
I'm gonna fly swat 'em
Fly swat 'em
Buzzin’ like a bee
But you're stinging like a fly
I'm gonna fly swat 'cha
Fly swat 'cha
Buzzin’ like a bee
But you're stinging like a fly
I'm gonna fly swat 'cha
Fly swat 'cha
You need to mind your buzznus
And buzz off
You need to fly away you little pest
Let me put this bitch in a coffin
Let me get my fly swat
The lyrics of Chris Crocker's Fly Swat deal with the theme of calling out haters who try to bring others down with their negative comments. In this song, Chris is using the metaphor of flies and a fly swat to signify the haters buzzing around in their ear, and the action that needs to be taken to get rid of them. Chris is telling them to back off and stop their nonsensical words. The song also highlights the idea that people should be accepted for who they are, regardless of their appearance or behavior. Chris boldly asserts that the haters are the ones who are foolish and worthless, not the ones they target with their words.
In terms of the musical arrangement, the song has a high energy and intense beat that is fitting for the strong message it conveys. Chris delivers the vocals with a fierce attitude that reinforces the idea of standing up to those who try to bring you down. The use of metaphors also adds depth to the song, making it more engaging for listeners.
Line by Line Meaning
Attention please
I have something important to say
We've got them haters in here
There are people around who dislike and criticize me
That think that talking a bunch of mess
They believe that insulting and attacking me with their words makes them appear tough and powerful
Makes them look big and bad
In their minds, they feel superior by putting down someone else
I'm gonna just get my fly swat
I am prepared to retaliate and defend myself against such petty behavior
Buzzin' like a bee
You are annoying and persistent
But you're stinging like a fly
Your insults are weak and ineffective
I'm gonna fly swat 'cha
I will take immediate action to put an end to your behavior
Fly swat 'cha
You know when a bitch is fu*kin' harmless
Deep down, you are aware that I am not a threat to you in any way
But have the nerve to fu*kin' start sh*t
Yet, you still choose to provoke and belittle me
Who the fu*k you think you’re fooling fool?
Do you honestly believe that your behavior is impressing anyone?
You're the mother fu*king fool
Actually, you are the one being foolish and immature
Hopefully your insurance covers sh*t talking
If you continue with your negative behavior, be prepared for the consequences
‘Cause I’m ‘bout to watch your talking
I am monitoring your behavior and ready to act
If you had sense you, you, you be runnin’
If you were smart, you would remove yourself from this situation
If you don’t stop that buzzin’ buzzin’
If you don't cease with the annoying and persistent behavior, there will be consequences
Flies up in here
There are annoying and bothersome people around
Buzzin' in my ear
Their comments and insults are persistent and annoying
You ain't proven nothing
Your behavior does nothing to prove your superiority or impress others
When you're callin' me a queer
You are using derogatory language to insult me
We got flies up in here
These negative people are present here
Their buzzin’ in my ear
Their negative comments and insults are bothering and irritating to me
I'm gonna fly swat 'em
I am going to defend myself against their negativity and toxic behavior
Just because I'm feminine like Dolly Parton
My femininity does not mean I am weak or inferior
Doesn't mean you won't get hit
Don't assume that you can underestimate me and get away with your negative behavior
When the wig comes off and
When I let down my guard and retaliate
Who the fu*k you think you’re fooling fool?
You are not impressing anyone with your negative behavior and insults
I'm mother fu*kin' knockin’ fool proof
I am strong and will not allow you to upset or intimidate me
Go ahead and start your barking
You can insult and criticize all you want, but it won't have any real effect on me
A bitch like you needs an electric collar
Your behavior is so destructive that you need to be shocked into changing your ways
You're worthless
Your negative behavior is not valuable or impressive in any way
You worthless garbage
Your behavior is nothing more than trash and pollutants in society
Yeah your life
Your existence as a negative person
You couldn't even pawn it
Your existence and behavior hold no value and are depressing
Lemme get my fly swat
I am preparing to defend myself against your negative behavior
I'm going to terminate
I will put an end to your toxic and negative behavior
Anybody who I think is fake
I will expose and eliminate anyone who is not genuine or sincere
Get a grip bitch, I'm the best
You need to accept that I am doing my best and won't be intimidated by your behavior
Look in the mirror fly, how grotesque
You are unattractive and disgusting in your behavior
You need to mind your buzznus
You need to stop being so persistent and annoying
And buzz off
You need to leave and stop causing problems
You need to fly away you little pest
You need to remove yourself from this situation and stop being a nuisance
Let me put this bitch in a coffin
I am going to silence and defeat this negative behavior
Contributed by Grace R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Emperor Zarbon
This is why I love being in the LGBTQ space community ❤️😍 👄 🌈
Ashley Kutcher
The best song to put haters in their place loved this song since 2011 ❤
Dundee Keizer
THIS SONG IS FUCKING AWESOME ONE OF MY FAVOURITES LOVE CHRIS CROCKER LOVE ALL HIS SONGS HE BROUGHT OUT LAST YEAR I HAVE THE ALBUM WITH THIS SONG ,MIND IN THE GUTTER AND FREAK OF NATURE ECT. CANT WAIT TO GET HIS OTHER ALBUM BIG FAN OF CHRIS CROCKER/CUNNINGHAM AND ALL HIS YOU TUBE VIDEOS
Ashley Kutcher
This was always iconic
Ezra Nash
YOU'VE NO IDEA HOW LONG I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS <3 I SAW IT ON YOUR EP THING AND I'VE JUST BEEN SO EXCITED <3 I LOVE IT!
ThunderFvck
LOVE THIS SONG <3
PixieStixCreations
Love this! Great sound!
kinyune
you emphasize your words so well....such emotion behind this too. saw the ep, xD LOVE IT!
MsCrzyBoy
This song is epic! brilliant!
Alice McClelland
OMGGG I LOVEEE HIS VOICEEEE