Who says romance is dead? Billionaire Mark Zuckerberg has put his full heart—and surprisingly, his vocal cords—into celebrating his anniversary with Priscilla Chan, his wife, by teaming up with hip-hop artist T-Pain for an unexpected Acoustic version of the raunchy classic “Get Low.” Released late Wednesday, this unique collaboration, under the catchy moniker Z-Pain, blends Zuckerberg's tech mogul persona with T-Pain’s musical flair.
The reinterpretation of the 2002 hit, originally by Lil Jon and the East Side Boyz, marks more than just music; it serves as tribute to their longstanding romance. The couple first met at Harvard back when Zuckerberg was still the nerdy college kid who would go on to change the social media world forever. “Get Low” was playing during their first encounter at a college party, and it quickly became part of their romantic rituals, featuring on their annual dating anniversary.
“Every year we listen to it on our dating anniversary. This year I worked with @tpain on our own version of this lyrical masterpiece,” Zuckerberg shared on Instagram, expressing his affection with heartfelt emojis. He also included snapshots of the recording sessions, crafting the modern-Day love song.
Fans have been buzzing about Zuckerberg performing lyrics like, "can I play with your panty line," and “security guard is sweating me now,” delivered with the signature auto-tune flair T-Pain is known for. One internet comment humorously encapsulated the mixed reactions: “I never thought I’d hear Auto-Tune Zuck singing ‘motherf—er’ and ‘panty line,’ but here we are.”
While many have embraced the humor and novelty of Zuckerberg's cover, some social media users expressed their discomfort at hearing the Facebook founder crooning explicit lyrics. “I did not need to hear Mark Zuckerberg sing ‘til sweat drops down my balls’—what have we come to?” lamented one displeased fan on X, formerly known as Twitter.
Interestingly, the pair initially sparked intrigue earlier this week when Zuckerberg posted on social media about their studio session, teasing fans with hints of the impending release. Shortly after, T-Pain responded, calling Zuckerberg simply “Z” and declaring, “It is time...” as he drummed up excitement among followers, fueling curiosity about this unlikely partnership.
But this musical endeavor isn't Zuckerberg's first public display of affection for Chan this year. Earlier, he awed her with extravagant gifts, including lavish experiences and personal tokens, like the seven-foot-tall turquoise statue sculpted to resemble her, cementing their bond.
Summer flirtation aside, there have been more serious undertones to Zuckerberg's recent behavior. This release is emblematic of Zuckerberg's attempt to soften his image, often perceived as cold and mechanical. Gone are the images of hoodies and rebellious tech startups; he’s been leaning more toward flamboyant expressions—be it through jiu-jitsu, surfing, fashion statements, or now, music.
It's quite the transformation from the Zuckerberg who once famously testified before Congress about Facebook's role in political turmoil. Now, he seems focused on entertainment, participating more vigorously within pop culture circles. This new persona—less the stiff executive and more of the approachable celebrity—may also mirror T-Pain's recent revelations about his identity struggles as a creator.
Prior to this collaboration, the two stars had already established a friendly rapport online, with T-Pain previously gifting Zuckerberg jewelry, solidifying their bond over music and lifestyle. During the recording sessions, T-Pain took on the role of not only producer but also collaborator, harmonizing with Zuckerberg's quirky verses and wrapping them with his vocal expertise.
Zuckerberg’s acoustic rendition of “Get Low” is available on Spotify for anyone curious to hear how the Meta CEO’s voice matches up against T-Pain’s recognizable sound. Mock album covers circulating include both musicians strumming acoustic guitars, marking this as yet another signature moment of Zuckerberg attempting to shake off his former tech CEO image.
Nevertheless, the consensuses are varied. While many fans applaud this celebratory gesture, others raise their eyebrows at the concept of Z-Pain and its cheeky take on the original material. “Happy anniversary! Thanks for letting me be part of this,” T-Pain responded to Zuckerberg's post, showing the camaraderie between the two artists.
Love, humor, and maybe even cringe combine as Zuckerberg continues to reshape his public image, and for some, this celebration of personal milestones through humor and music is just what they needed to see.
