Topsy (Bob's Burgers)

Topsy is a fictional elephant featured in the Bob's Burgers animated television series. She is primarily referenced within the context of a song written and performed by Louise Belcher, one of the show's main characters. The song, typically referred to as "Electric Love," recounts the historical story of the real-life Topsy, an elephant who was publicly electrocuted in 1903 at Coney Island.

Louise's song offers a darkly humorous and somewhat inaccurate retelling of Topsy's fate, focusing on the dramatic and arguably sensationalized aspects of the event. The song itself is often used to illustrate Louise's morbid sense of humor and her fascination with the macabre. While the song is catchy and popular with fans, it's important to note that it takes liberties with historical accuracy for comedic effect. The song's repeated chorus and memorable lyrics, although based on a tragic event, contribute to the show's characteristic blend of absurdity and heartwarming moments. Topsy, in the Bob's Burgers universe, is therefore more of a recurring comedic element and a vehicle for Louise's character development than a deeply explored historical subject.