| "Pump Rock x Heavy Metal" | |
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| Song by Lil Pump | |
| from the album Lil Pump 2 | |
| Released | March 17, 2023 |
| Recorded | 2023 |
| Genre | Rap metal [1] |
| Length | 2:57 |
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"Pump Rock x Heavy Metal" is a song by American rapper Lil Pump, released on March 17, 2023, as part of his third studio album Lil Pump 2 . [2] [3] The track drew attention for its stylistic departure from Pump's usual trap-oriented sound. [4]
The song quickly went viral on platforms including Twitter and TikTok. Reactions ranged from amusement to harsh criticism, with one listener reportedly calling it "a terrible day to have ears." [5] Many fans mocked the track's production and lyrics, while Ultimate Guitar summarized the general response as "no mixing, no autotune, just straight ass." [6] Despite criticism, some TikTok users enjoyed its chaotic punk-inspired energy. [5]
The song begins with "a driving, more hardcore punk sound" before switching to a rap section in which Lil Pump repeatedly shouts "This that heavy metal shit." [5] Critics identified it as a rap-metal crossover, noting abrupt stylistic shifts and inconsistent tone. [1] It briefly starts as a punk-inspired track and then changes its overall production, with some exaggerated lyrical references to self-harm. [4] MetalSucks described it as "the worst metal song of the year," citing clumsy attempts to imitate classic nu metal elements such as the "Blind" intro by Korn. [7]
The song received overwhelmingly negative reviews. Social media users ridiculed it for its lack of cohesion and musicality. [5] Critics called it an "ill-advised crossover," and multiple outlets labeled it one of the worst metal songs of 2023. [4] [7] [8] Clash Music noted that while the album sought to revive Pump's chaotic energy, songs like "Pump Rock x Heavy Metal" highlighted the limits of his experimentation. [9]
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