Released in May 1999, The Bad Touch is one of Bloodhound Gang’s most recognizable songs, featured on their album Hooray for Boobies. The track blends Euro disco, dance-pop, synth-pop, and rap rock elements, creating an infectious beat that became a global hit.
Written by Bloodhound Gang’s frontman, Jimmy Pop, the song is packed with tongue-in-cheek humor and playful innuendos, famously referencing the Discovery Channel in its chorus: “You and me, baby, ain’t nothing but mammals / So let’s do it like they do on the Discovery Channel”. Its lyrics are filled with quirky metaphors and pop culture references, making it a standout in Bloodhound Gang’s catalog.
The Bad Touch was a major hit in Europe, reaching number one in countries like Germany, Ireland, Italy, Norway, Scotland, Spain, and Sweden. Outside Europe, it peaked at number five in Australia, number four in New Zealand, number nine in Canada, and number 52 in the United States.
The song’s music video, filmed in Paris, features the band dressed in “MonkeyRat” costumes as they engage in various antics around the city. Some scenes were later edited due to controversy.