Lil Pump, born Gazzy Garcia on August 17, 2000, is a renowned American rapper from Miami, Florida. He skyrocketed to fame in the late 2010s as a pioneer of the SoundCloud rap movement, characterized by his simplistic style and energetic persona. His breakout single “Gucci Gang” (2017) reached number three on the Billboard Hot 100, paving the way for his debut album “Lil Pump” later that year.
Profile Summary
| Full Name: | Gazzy Garcia |
| Date Of Birth: | August 17, 2000 |
| Place Of Birth: | Miami, Florida, U.S |
| Nationality: | American |
| Occupation: | Rapper, Songwriter |
| Labels: | The Light Global, Interscope |
| Net Worth: | $12 Million |
Early Life And Education
Lil Pump, born Gazzy Garcia on August 17, 2000, in Miami, Florida, comes from a Colombian heritage. In a candid interview with J. Cole in 2018, Garcia revealed that his parents divorced when he was just 6 years old.
His cousin, Lil Ominous, played a pivotal role in his early life, introducing him to Smokepurpp at the age of 13. This meeting sparked a collaborative relationship that would shape his future in music. Garcia’s tumultuous educational journey saw him expelled from multiple schools, ultimately leading to his departure from opportunity high school in the tenth grade due to fighting and inciting a riot.
Career
Lil Pump’s rap career took off when Smokepurpp produced a track and asked him to freestyle in 2016. He released his debut single, “Lil Pump,” on SoundCloud, followed by several successful singles that garnered millions of streams. His popularity grew, and he performed at Rolling Loud Festival and co-headlined the No Jumper tour.
In 2017, he signed with Tha Lights Global and Warner Records, but the contract was voided due to his age. His debut album, “Lil Pump,” was released in October 2017, featuring prominent artists and earning him widespread recognition. The album’s success was fueled by the hit single “Gucci Gang,” which peaked at number three on the Billboard Hot 100 and was certified triple platinum.
Lil Pump released “I Shyne” in January 2018, sparking a label bidding war. He re-signed with Tha Lights Global and Warner Records for $8 million. He released “Esskeetit”, performed on The Tonight Show, and was featured on XXL Freshmen Class. He collaborated with Kanye West, Adele Givens, and others on “I Love It” and “Arms Around You”, and cancelled his Harverd Dropout tour.
Lil Pump faced backlash in December 2018 for racist lyrics in his song “Butterfly Doors”, which he later edited out and apologized for. He released “Be Like Me” with Lil Wayne in February 2019, performed on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and dropped his debut album Harverd Dropout. In 2020, he announced a hiatus, then teased a new album, Lil Pump 2, and released several SoundCloud exclusives, including “Life Like Me” and “Lil Pimp Big MAGA Steppin”.
Lil Pump released an NFT collection in March 2021. He then released singles “Racks to the Ceiling” (August 2021) and “All The Sudden” (April 2022), followed by four more singles. His album Lil Pump 2 was announced in March 2023, featuring Smokepurpp, YoungBoy Never Broke Again, and Ty Dolla Sign, but despite promotion, it failed to chart. A deluxe version was released on September 15, 2023, with four new tracks.
Personal Life
Lil Pump has openly discussed his struggles with dyslexia, revealing on social media and in his lyrics that he faces challenges with reading due to the condition.
Legal Issues
Lil Pump was arrested multiple times in 2018:
- August 29: Driving without a license in Miami
- September 3: Parole violation, sentenced to “a few months” in jail (but appeared on SNL on September 29)
- December 4: Possessing marijuana in Copenhagen, fined $700-800 and banned from Denmark for 2 years
- December 13: Disorderly conduct
Lil Pump Net Worth
Lil Pump has amassed a $12 million fortune, earning him a spot among the music industry’s wealthy elites. His successful career and Warner Brothers contract have fueled his wealth, landing him on Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list.
