Instagram/@lilpump
Without a doubt, Lil Pump has released his latest video for the song “TBP” and it is a great watch. Dancing with his Latin fans and speculating about another number one hit, he is seen liberally throwing around 2000 Colombian pesos in one of the scenes of the video, which has caused quite a stir on the Internet. The event left its mark and received varied responses from social media users.
Advertisement
The artist, who is actually called Gazzy García, was very happy and shared his joy through a bilingual caption. He stated that he is very grateful for the Latin support and hopes that this song will also reach number one. The atmosphere of the video is indeed a very lively party, with the money throwing act being the most controversial part and yet the one that captures a wide range of responses from the audience.
The choice of currency has been one of the main points of discussion. A user identified the denomination and said: “Very soft, billions of 2 thousand Colombian pesos, 50 cents haha.” This was a comment about the low value of bills compared to US currency, which continues to appear in the comments section. Another commenter took exception to the rappers’ choice and directly asked: “At least 50 dollar bills, but why 2 thousand? Nooo, bro! It wasn’t like that!”
The discussion not only continued to swirl, but some users resisted the boast. One of them thought that “large denominations are used for something else,” implying that small denominations are fine for that type of spectacle. Another user who was a little more critical of the whole drama stated, “The girls are so embarrassing, this whole thing is” and expressed his feeling of being embarrassed by the content of the video.
The comments were also about Lil Pump’s life being full of problems and ups and downs related to love. One user joked, “The girl he was with in 7th grade won’t appreciate this one,” while another said, “This weekend he’s going to feel down for someone he barely remembers.” The comments revealed that fans often associate the rapper’s extravagant public displays with his personal life and emotional state.
The ethical side of the controversial money scene also emerged. One viewer stated, “I’m one of your fans and I like your music, but if you have so much money, why don’t you help the needy families living on the streets instead of throwing money away? The point is that you won’t take any of it to heaven, so…” This was a very serious and different point of view compared to the usual fun and party atmosphere of the video.
One Portuguese commentator noted: “The excitement ends but the money does not end,” suggesting that the idea of infinite resources inspired him. Another boy made a suggestion referring to the location of the money throwing activity saying, “Go to the club and spray the money, no, not at home bro,” indicating the wrong location of the money throwing action.
Among the comments, there have also been comparisons with other celebrities, “Every day he looks even more like Jaden Smith,” one comment compared their scandalous public personalities. There were also statements from fans about the mere entertainment value of the whole situation, for example, one wrote: “Pump always has fun, I wish I could hang out with this guy”, thus acknowledging the rapper’s carefree personality.
The value of money continued to be a source of jokes, with one user giving the calculations: “I can make 3 bags that are then worth 150 dollars to fill 3 bags with 500 thousand pesos, I have a real party hahahaha”, thus putting the monetary spectacle in an everyday context. Another simply said “It’s two Colombian pesos,” emphasizing that the US dollar is equivalent to the minimum.
Lil Pump, who rose to fame in 2017 with the song “Gucci Gang,” hasn’t given up his party-driven, revenue-focused murder that can’t be overlooked. The rapper recently reunited with Smokepurpp for a new song. The new clip is like a bridge that has different connections with the Latin audience but at the same time is light and fun. Reactions to the money scene are also indicators of how different types of admiration and criticism can accompany such displays, especially when the value of the currency becomes part of the discussion.
Advertisement
The audience’s mixed reactions to Lil Pump’s latest visual release are a clear sign that even with colorful music videos and a lavish lifestyle, viewers are still divided over the message behind displays of wealth. While some fans appreciate the over-the-top hype, others reflect on the practicality and ethics of such spectacles. This isn’t the first time Lil Pump has offered money in a viral challenge. The discussion surrounding “TBP” is growing as more viewers get involved and reveal their opinions on the rapper’s new creative style. He has also previously offered significant rewards for finding a mysterious woman.
