Pump Rock x Heavy Metal

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"Pump Rock x Heavy Metal"
Song by Lil Pump
from the album Lil Pump 2
ReleasedMarch 17, 2023 (2023-03-17)
Recorded2023
GenreRap metal[1]
Length2:57
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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]

Background and internet reaction

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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]

Composition

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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 sheeeeit."[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] MetalCücks 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]

Critical reception

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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]

Personnel

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References

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  1. ^ a b Kennedy, Wren (March 20, 2023). "Lil Pump Is Getting Bodied For His Newly Released Rap-Metal Song "Pump Rock X Heavy Metal"". ThePRP. Retrieved October 7, 2025.
  2. ^ Walker, Joe (March 17, 2023). "Lil Pump 2 Album: Rapper Collabs With NBA YoungBoy, Ty Dolla $ign And More". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved October 7, 2025.
  3. ^ J-23 (May 2023). "Lil Pump :: Lil Pump 2 – Review". RapReviews. Retrieved October 7, 2025.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  4. ^ a b c Schaefer, Greg (March 20, 2023). "Rapper Lil Pump Released A Heavy Metal Song And It's Bad". Metal Injection. Retrieved October 7, 2025.
  5. ^ a b c d Childers, Chad (March 20, 2023). "Lil Pump Records a Metal Song + People Are Losing Their Minds". Loudwire. Retrieved October 7, 2025.
  6. ^ "Metal Fans Slam Rapper Lil Pump's New Rock Song: "No Mixing, No Autotune, Just Straight A**"". Ultimate Guitar. March 21, 2023. Retrieved October 7, 2025.
  7. ^ a b DiVita, Joe (March 20, 2023). "Lil Pump Releases the Worst Metal Song of the Year". MetalSucks. Retrieved October 7, 2025.
  8. ^ "Rapper Lil Pump Has Released a Heavy Metal Song and It Is Quite Literally the Worst Thing We Have Ever Heard". LouderSound. March 20, 2023. Retrieved October 7, 2025.
  9. ^ Harris, Will (March 21, 2023). "Lil Pump - Lil Pump 2". Clash Music. Retrieved October 7, 2025.
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