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Obituary for Shift Shellshock of Crazy Town

Today, the world bids a bittersweet farewell to Shift Shellshock, the charismatic frontman of Crazy Town, who has unexpectedly decided to rock out with the Grim Reaper. Born Seth Binzer, Shift took his final stage dive on July 5, 2024, leaving behind a legacy as colorful and unpredictable as his tattoos.

Shift rose to fame as the voice of Crazy Town, the band that gave us the unforgettable hit "Butterfly." Despite numerous ups and downs, including battles with addiction, rehab stints that rivaled his concert tours, and the occasional courtroom cameo, Shift never stopped chasing the highs—both musical and otherwise.

His fans knew him as a wild child with a knack for catchy hooks and an unfiltered approach to life. Shift's off-stage antics often made headlines, but it was his raw talent and magnetic presence that truly set him apart. Whether he was crooning about love or chaos, Shift always performed with a fervor that left audiences wondering what he’d do next.

Shift is survived by his ex-wives, numerous children whose names he occasionally remembered, and a pet iguana named Chaos. In his honor, Crazy Town fans are encouraged to pour out a bottle of their finest (or cheapest) booze and crank up "Butterfly" one last time.

As he takes his final encore in the afterlife, we can only imagine Shift, microphone in hand, screaming "Come my lady, come, come my lady!" to a crowd of bewildered angels. Rest in peace, Shift Shellshock—you were one crazy town indeed.

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