Toxic is widely celebrated as one of Britney Spears’ most recognizable singles but not many fans know the true inspiration behind the beloved track.
Released back in 2003, the catchy pop tune – which sees the singer candidly describe her lover as dangerously addictive – quickly soared up the charts.
After peaking at number nine in the Billboard Hot 100, it has remained one of the star’s most iconic tracks – but the true story about the song recently come to light once again.
It turns out the song was inspired by British TV star, Dr. Noel Fitzpatrick – who is also known as The Supervet.
While it’s not clear if Britney has knows about the existence of the popular TV vet, he did have a relationship with prolific songwriter Cathy Dennis – the woman who wrote the hit song.
The 56-year-old dated the veterinarian in the early 2000s, after they reportedly met when Cathy brought her beloved Labrador Charlie to his veterinary surgery.
Noel called time on the romance in 2003. That same year, Cathy wrote the popular song.
It was first offered to Australian pop icon Kylie Minogue, before it was eventually presented to Britney.
Toxic is widely celebrated as one of Britney Spears’ most recognizable singles but not many fans know the true inspiration behind the beloved track
It turns out the song was inspired by British TV star, Dr. Noel Fitzpatrick – who is also known as The Supervet
One shocked fan tweeted: ‘Today I learnt that “Toxic” by Britney Spears was written about Noel Fitzpatrick (SuperVet).’
Another wrote: ‘My friend just told me that the Britney Spears song “Toxic” is about supervet Noel Fitzpatrick. Why have you all kept this from me?’
‘Toxic by Britney Spears being inspired by the writer’s breakup with Noel Fitzpatrick the supervet has changed the trajectory of everything for me,’ another claimed.
One fan stated: ‘Mind officially blown… proof even nice guys can be toxic bad boys!’
‘I can’t cope. Britney Spears “Toxic” is about the supervet?’ another quizzed.
Meanwhile on Reddit, one user joked: ‘I feel like as far as break up songs go, Toxic being written about you is the best it gets. Noel’s probably riding that high into the sunset.’
Noel has been the face of several television series, including The Bionic Vet and The Supervet.
His veterinary practice includes two hospitals specializing in orthopedics and neurosurgery and oncology and soft tissue surgery in Surrey, England.
Music lovers have been left stunned to realize who the real inspiration behind the lyrics might be
Released back in 2003, the catchy pop tune – which sees the singer candidly describing her lover as dangerously addictive – soared up the charts
Cathy also wrote hits such as Kylie’s pop smash, Can’t Get You Out Of My Head, which some fans also believe was inspired by her romance with Noel.
Meanwhile, Britney’s real life romance could be the subject of a future track amid concerns for the star after she recently rekindled her relationship with ex-convict Paul Richard Soliz.
The song was co-written by Cathy Dennis (pictured), who penned the track after she split from Noel
On Valentine’s Day, she was spotted spending time with her former handyman and his children, confirming they were back on.
A source told DailyMail.com that Britney was hesitant to get back together with her felon ex for one reason, and it wasn’t because of his past criminal record or previous claims that he was ‘using her for clout.’
According to an insider, the Lucky singer was torn due to accusations that he is a ‘deadbeat dad.’
The source claimed that she lovesPaul, who has a criminal record that includes charges of disturbing the peace and felony firearm possession, ‘makes her the center of his world’ after feeling like her ex-husband Sam Asghari was ‘never present.’
‘Britney felt like Sam ignored her and was never present,’ the insider told DailyMail.com.
‘He was always playing video games and she felt he never really wanted to spend time with her unless it was for a social media post, or if he needed some help getting an audition.’
‘Paul makes Britney the center of his world.’ Last year, DailyMail.com exclusively spoke to the mother of five of his nine children last year, who accused him of being a ‘deadbeat dad’ and failing to pay child support.
‘Britney had to fight so hard to get her boys back in her life, so this was the one thing that really made her question him,’ the insider dished.
