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Shifty Shellshock, Iconic Frontman of Crazy Town and ‘Butterfly’ Singer, Passes Away at 49

Shifty Shellshock, Crazy Town's frontman and "Butterfly" singer, has died at 49. Discover the details of his sudden death and his legacy.

Crazy Town’s debut album, “The Gift of Game,” was released in November 1999, and the band supported the Red Hot Chili Peppers on tour shortly after. In October 2000, Crazy Town released “Butterfly” as the third single from “The Gift of Game.” The song, which samples the Red Hot Chili Peppers’ “Pretty Little Ditty,” became the band’s biggest hit, reaching No. In October 2000, Crazy Town released “Butterfly” as the third single from “The Gift of Game.” The song, which samples the Red Hot Chili Peppers’ “Pretty Little Ditty,” became the band’s biggest hit, reaching No.

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