Rapper Lil Pump has never been one to shy away from controversy, and his latest move proves just that. The “Gucci Gang” rapper took to social media earlier this week to announce plans for releasing a diss track squarely aimed at Vice President Kamala Harris. The news has created a storm of reactions and discussions, gaining headlines and raising eyebrows across both political and entertainment landscapes.
Lil Pump says he’s dropping a Kamala Harris diss track soon PIC.TWITTER.COM/PRFYKVZFAE
— SAY CHEESE! 👄🧀 (@SaycheeseDGTL) AUGUST 2, 2024
Lil Pump wrote in his tweets that Kamala Harris “isn’t even Black” and is Indian only. She is of Indian-Jamaican origin. This has been widely condemned as factually wrong. He also went on to trash her vice presidency as the worst VP in American history, calling her a DA who locked up over 1,500 people for weed-related offenses.
Though political commentary is not Lil Pump’s strong point, music definitely is. He reportedly puts so much effort into the craft with this diss track, which will come up strong with memorable lyrics.
Lil Pump’s comments were part of a continuing trend of earlier statements where he expressed his approval for former President Donald Trump. The rapper has further gone ahead to encourage his colossal following to continue voting for Trump in the 2024 elections, stating, “If you vote for Kamala, you ain’t black.” It is part of a bigger narrative of how far-right figures—such as Loomer and several others—have constantly harassed Harris on matters touching on her identity and political decisions.
Lil Pump has not really made a political name, much less comments. However, the rapper has been known to make some headlines over his outlandish support for former President Donald Trump and controversial statements about political figures—most notably Vice President Kamala Harris. Perhaps what appears to be his political activity seems more like allegiance to Trump and provocative lines rather than deep political analysis.
Lil Pump’s support for Trump was certainly the most cited issue, mainly in the 2020 electoral cycle. Some fans praised him for being so bold, while others condemned him for aligning with a man hewn from divisive rhetoric and policies. Such statements by him have managed to call President Joe Biden “Sleepy Joe” or express admiration for Donald Trump, thus ultimately polarizing attitudes within the audience base and the general public.
Pump’s recent comments regarding Kamala Harris—the racial identity one among them—have amounted to a very huge backlash and discussion related to race and identity politics. He would also rail against other artists like Megan Thee Stallion over political affiliations, labeling their support for Harris an “embarrassment to the culture”. This proves that even if he is not a traditional political commentator, he is certainly someone who indulges in provocative and at times controversial political discourse.
Kamala Harris needs Megan the stallion shaking ass to have people show up to her rally.
Donald Trump needs himself to have people show up to his rally.
One person is powered by the people, the other is powered by the establishment.
Trump 2024 🇺🇸
— Lil Pump (@lilpump) JULY 31, 2024
The responses to the political endorsement, especially on social media, have been mixed. Some users express surprise or confusion over the fact that he is supporting Trump; their comments thereby showcase how unexpected the endorsement was to them. Some others rebuke him for not being politically savvy or for changing his views to attract attention. For instance, some fans have pointed out the contradictions of his political stand, particularly in light of his criticizing Trump back in 2016.
Sources close to the artist have indicated that he has been putting in some sleepless nights at work on the track, set out to be entirely provocative and carry with it the boldness factor that will resonate with his fan base. This whole thing is just to make sure that he comes up with something irrigating his characteristic boldness off a beat said to be the most talked about.
Specifically, the announcement of a Kamala Harris diss track has set the stage once more for controversy. All business, pure and simple, to give powerful lyrics and feed his fan base. Reactions, just like this time, will continue pouring in. One thing is straight as a razor: this act very clearly puts him in the eye of another firestorm, victorious in proving he is undeniably as provocative as ever.
