From TikTok bimbo to up-and-coming musician: Chrissy Chlapecka on the continual evolution of her career

This story was originally published on Passionfruit.

Immediately noticeable with her bright pink hair, Chrissy Chlapecka (@chrissychlapecka) launched her content for 2023 by strutting down a sidewalk in near-zero degree weather, wearing only a bikini, a neon-pink faux-fur coat, and thigh-high boots as she sang her lyrics, “I’m so hot I’d fuck myself.” 

In an interview with Passionfruit, Chlapecka, who has over 5 million TikTok followers, spoke on the evolution of her career as a content creator leading up to the release of her debut single “I’m So Hot,” providing insight and advice for aspiring creators.

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