What is butcher pete?

Butcher Pete is a character often referenced in pop culture, particularly in music. He originated in a 1950s rhythm and blues song called "Butcher Pete" by Roy Brown, in which the titular character is described as a man who would "chop, chop, chop" anything that moves. The song became popular, and has been covered by various other artists in the decades since.

In more recent years, Butcher Pete has also been the name of a character in the popular video game series Fallout. In the games, Butcher Pete is a notorious serial killer who is often mentioned in passing by NPCs, but never actually seen or encountered by the player.

Overall, the character of Butcher Pete has become somewhat of a cultural icon, representing the trope of the dangerous, unpredictable killer who strikes fear into the hearts of those around him.