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25 Facts You Need To Know About 'Gucci Gang' Rapper Lil Pump
Here's everything you need to know about 'Gucci Gang' rising star Lil Pump, who's making waves around the world...
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1. Is Lil Pump dating Amber Rose?
Some fans think that Lil Pump and Amber Rose are dating after they were spotted at Rolling Loud music festival together. Rose was pictured lighting a cigarette for Pump and she watched him perform from the side of the stage. However the pair are yet to comment on the speculation. Picture: Instagram/Getty
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2. How did Lil Pump's feud with J. Cole begin?
Lil Pump's feud with J. Cole dates back to the early stages of his career. It's not clear why, but the 'Gucci Gang' rapper recorded a number of videos yelling "f*ck J. Cole". He then recorded a J. Cole diss track with the chorus "f*ck J. Cole". This resulted in Cole finally addressing him on KOD song '1985'. Picture: Getty
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3. What is Lil Pump's real name?
His real name is actually Gazzy Garcia! However the rapper goes by the stage name Lil Pump. Picture: Instagram
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4. How old is Lil Pump?
Lil Pump was born on 17 August 2000 - making Pump currently 17-years-old.
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5. Lil Pump is worth an astonishing amount of money.
Lil Pump was previously reported to be worth around $150,000 in 2017. However following the huge success of his song 'Gucci Gang' and his record deal with Warner Bros, Lil Pump claimed in an Instagram video that he's actually worth around $10 million!
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6. Did Lil Pump really drop out of Harvard?
It's not currently known whether Lil Pump did actually attend Harvard University. However the teenage rapper addressed the rumours on Twitter, writing: "I really did drop out of Harvard to save the rap game". But there are no details about potential subjects, courses or scholarships to back up his claims. Picture: Instagram/Twitter
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7. What is Lil Pump's relationship with Lil Yachty?
As well as having similar names, Lil Pump and Lil Yachty have a great relationship and plan to release a collaborative mixtape together, as well as going on a joint tour in 2018. The two rappers, who have become symbols of the new "mumble rap" trend, confirmed the news on Twitter. Picture: Instagram
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8. Lil Pump's 'Gucci Gang' video has over 220 million views on YouTube!
The official video for Lil Pump's breakout hit 'Gucci Gang' currently has over 227 million views on YouTube. The eye-catching visuals feature the teenager walking through a school with a tiger, while serving drugs to his friends outside. Picture: Instagram
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9. What is Lil Pump's Instagram?
Lil Pump is very active on Instagram and can be found under the username "lilpump". Despite his short-lived success, Pump currently has over 6 million followers and is one of the fast growing rappers on the social platform. His Twitter username is "lilpump" and his Snapchat name is "lilpumpjetski". Picture: Instagram
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10. Lil Pump's first big song was called 'Boss'.
One of his first songs to become popular was called 'Boss'. The track, which only lasts 1 minute 42 seconds, has over 48 million views on YouTube! The song's repetitive chorus is "Yeah, I came in with the sauce, B*tch, I flex Rick Ross". Picture: Instagram
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11. What is Lil Pump's relationship with Miranda Cosgrove (iCarly)?
Lil Pump makes no secret of the fact he wants to have a relationship with iCarly actress Miranda Cosgrove. The rapper frequently mentions the 24-year-old on social media and even baked a cake with her face on it! "ICARLY IM TRYNNA F*CK so I made u a cake ESSKEETIT," he captioned the post. Picture: Instagram
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12. Did Lil Pump know Lil Peep?
Lil Pump was good friends with Lil Peep, who sadly passed away in November 2017. Although there is no official cause of death, Lil Peep was rumoured to have taken drugs that were laced with another substance. Pump took to Instagram to send his condolences. "Rip Peep," he wrote. Picture: Instagram
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13. Lil Pump is covered in tattoos!
Despite his tender age, Lil Pump is already covering his body in lots of tattoos. The rapper has ink on his neck, arms and a huge Gucci crest on his chest. Picture: Instagram
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14. Has Lil Pump released an album?
Lil Pump released his self-titled debut mixtape in October 2017. 'Lil Pump' is a 14-track project that includes his hit single 'Gucci Gang'. However the teenage rapper is yet to release his debut album.
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15. Lil Pump has his own cartoon character!
Lil Pump likes to release music alongside a cartoon character of himself. Every single piece of single and mixtape artwork includes a cartoon version of rapper, featuring his signature colourful braids.
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16. Lil Pump has astonishing numbers on his Soundcloud page!
Lil Pump's first ever song on Soundcloud is called 'Elementary' and currently has over 13.5 million plays! While every song from his debut 14-track mixtape 'Lil Pump' has over 2 million plays each. Picture: Instagram
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17. Lil Pump went independent after his Warner Bros. record contract was made void.
Lil Pump became a free agent in January 2018 after his Warner Bros. contract was officially deemed void. The 'Gucci Gang' rapper was only 16 when he signed, which made him underage. Pump then took to Twitter to reveal he planned to go independent and sign himself. Picture: Instagram/Twitter
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18. Is Lil Pump signed to DJ Khaled's 'We The Best Music'?
DJ Khaled sparked huge rumours that Lil Pump signed to his record label We The Best Music in January 2018. The music mogul posted a series of photos of himself with the 'Gucci Gang' rapper. "I TOLD MY LAWYER THIS IS URGENT !! Let’s get this deal done!" wrote Khaled on Instagram. However there is currently no confirmation about a record deal. Picture: Instagram
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19. When did Lil Pump release his 'Harvard Dropout' mixtape?
In January 2018, Lil Pump announced that he will release a new 'Harvard Dropout' mixtape. The teenage rapper, who claims he really dropped out of the prestigious US university, appears ready to dedicate a whole mixtape to the project. However it's not currently clear when he plans to release the mixtape or when he plans to release his debut album. Picture: Instagram
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20. Did Lil Pump sign to Gucci Mane?
Lil Pump appeared to confirm signing with Atlanta music mogul Gucci Mane in February 2018. Dooney Battle, who is part of Lil Pump's team, seemingly revealed the news via an Instagram video of Pump wearing a 1017 chain and shouted out "signing day, Lil Pump signing day". However Lil Pump is yet to officially confirm the news himself. Picture: Instagram
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21. Has Lil Pump been arrested?
Lil Pump was arrested on Wednesday 14th February 2018 after firing a gun in his own home. According to reports, the rapper told police that three men had attempted to break into his house, adding that they shot a single bullet through his door. However, police later reported that Pump was actually home alone and that the bullet hole was shot form inside the house. Pump was arrested, sent to Juvenile Hall and later released with an ankle monitor.
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22. When did Lil Pump release his 'Eskeetit' song?
“Only wear designer, esskeetit,” he raps on the track, which flips his signature catchphrase. “Hoppin’ out the Wraith, esskeetit / Smashin’ on your bitch, esskeetit / Runnin’ up a check with no limit.” Picture: Instagram
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23. Does Lil Pump have a child with Miranda Cosgrove (iCarly)?
Lil Pump sparked rumours that he had a child with iCarly actress Miranda Cosgrove in March 2018. Pump has expressed an interest in dating Cosgrove in the past and posted a picture of himself with a child, alongside the caption: "Just had a 1 year old daughter wit iCarly." There is currently no proof the pair have had a child together. Picture: Instagram
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24. Who is Lil Pump signed to?
On March 13th 2018, news broke that Lil Pump had reportedly signed a staggering $8 million recording contract with Warner Bros. Spanning over the course of seven years, Pump will receive the $8 million advance, and then $9,000 for the first year, $12k for the second and $15k for the 3rd through 7th contract years.
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25. Who is on the official Lil Pump 'Gucci Gang' remix?
Lil Pump premiered the official remix to his single 'Gucci Gang' on Drake's OVO Sound Radio. The 8-minute song features an all-star line-up including 21 Savage, Gucci Mane, French Montana, J Balvin, Bad Bunny and Ozuna. However there is no news on when the song will be officially released. Picture: Instagram
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26. What is Lil Pump's ethnic background?
Lil Pump aka Gazzy Garcia was born to a Cuban father and a Mexican mother, which gives him Latin American heritage. The 'Gucci Gang' rapper grew up in Miami, South Florida.
