
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has taken an unexpected leap into the music world, releasing a fresh take on the early 2000s hit "Get Low" alongside rapper T-Pain. This surprising move is part of Zuckerberg's broader rebranding efforts and offers a personal tribute to his wife, Priscilla Chan.
In a heartfelt Instagram post, Zuckerberg revealed that the track, which he described as a "lyrical masterpiece," holds sentimental value for him and Chan. It was the soundtrack to their first meeting at a college party, a memory they revisit every year on their dating anniversary. Now, with T-Pain by his side, Zuckerberg has crafted a new version of the song, laced with humor and nostalgia.
The remix, dubbed NSFW for its playful lyrics and tone, is a result of the collaboration between Zuckerberg and T-Pain, who were not originally associated with the track. Together, they form the musical duo "Z-Pain." The song, now available on Spotify, showcases a heavily auto-tuned Zuckerberg singing about nightclub antics and run-ins with security staff.
Accompanying the track's release is an Instagram post filled with behind-the-scenes glimpses of the recording process, featuring both Zuckerberg and T-Pain in the studio. Also included is a nostalgic college photo of Chan and Zuckerberg, harking back to their days at Harvard.
“Twenty-one years later, I can't get quite as low, but it brings back a lot of fond memories,” Chan shared in response to the song.
Priscilla Chan appeared delighted by the gesture, describing it as "so romantic" in a video shared on Zuckerberg's Instagram Stories. This musical venture is just one chapter in Zuckerberg's ongoing transformation, which has seen him shed his previous image as one of Silicon Valley's more introverted and controversy-prone figures.
Recent years have brought a slew of improvements to Zuckerberg's public persona. He's delved into jiu-jitsu, embraced a stylish wardrobe, and even tried his hand at fashion design. Not to mention, he's celebrated his milestone 40th birthday aboard a luxurious new superyacht. With each move, Zuckerberg continues to distance himself from past controversies and embrace a more dynamic public image.