A closer look at the defining struggles that shaped Lil Pump's life and career.
Gazzy Fabio Garcia (Lil Pump) is an American rapper who gained fame in the late 2010s as part of the SoundCloud rap movement. Known for his minimalist music and energetic public image, he achieved mainstream success with his 2017 single "Gucci Gang," which reached number three on the Billboard Hot 100. This single led to the release of his self-titled debut album later that year. He is primarily known for his contributions to contemporary rap music and his presence in popular culture.
In January 2018, Lil Pump's contract with Warner Bros. Records was voided because he was a minor at the time of signing.
On February 15, 2018, Lil Pump was arrested for discharging a weapon in an inhabited place after a home invasion attempt at his residence in San Fernando Valley. Police found evidence suggesting the bullet came from inside the home, leading to an investigation of his mother for endangering a minor and having an unsecured firearm.
In August 2018, Lil Pump announced a tour to promote his unreleased album Harverd Dropout, but it was cancelled a month later due to unforeseen circumstances.
On August 29, 2018, Lil Pump was arrested for driving without a license in Miami.
In October 2018, Lil Pump's manager told Billboard that Lil Pump had served a prison sentence, but did not provide details.
On December 4, 2018, Lil Pump was arrested by Danish police in Copenhagen for possessing marijuana and was fined. He was subsequently banned from entering the country for two years.
On December 13, 2018, Lil Pump was arrested at a Miami airport for disorderly conduct after arguing with security employees during a luggage search for cannabis.
On December 16, 2018, Lil Pump was accused of being racist towards Asians after previewing a snippet of his new song "Butterfly Doors" which contained Asian stereotypes and slurs.
In 2019, Lil Pump released his second album, Harverd Dropout, which peaked at number seven on the Billboard 200 but received negative reviews from critics.
In December 2020, Lil Pump was banned from JetBlue after refusing to wear a mask on a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles during the COVID-19 pandemic.
In November 2021, the IRS filed a lien on Lil Pump's Miami home for unpaid taxes in the amount of $1.6 million.
On December 14, 2021, Lil Pump and producer Ronny J released a new album titled No Name, which was not promoted on social media, leading to commercial failure.
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