What to know:

  • Mark Zuckerberg and T-Pain collaborated on an acoustic cover of “Get Low” under the name Z-Pain.
  • Zuckerberg recorded the song as an anniversary tribute to his wife Priscilla Chan, as it played when they first met at a Harvard party 21 years ago.
  • The duo released the track on Spotify along with a music video featuring both artists playing acoustic guitars.

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has surprised everyone by venturing into music with an unexpected collaboration with T-Pain. 

Mark shared on Instagram that he and the renowned rapper joined forces to create an acoustic rendition of th popular 2002 club anthem, Get Low, releasing it under the moniker “Z-Pain.”

As The Verge reports that the song holds special significance for Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla Chan, as it played when they first met at a Harvard college party. The couple has made it a tradition to listen to the original track on their yearly dating anniversary.

Chan appeared delighted with her husband’s musical tribute. In a reaction video shared on Instagram, she laughed and called it “so romantic,” adding that while she “can’t get quite as low” after 21 years, the song brings back many fond memories.

The collaboration showcases a different side of Zuckerberg, who has recently been working to refresh his public image. From his dedication to jiu-jitsu to adopting a new fashion sense complete with a signature gold chain, this musical venture marks his latest attempt to connect with popular culture.

T-Pain defended the collaboration in a follow-up video, emphasizing the importance of having fun regardless of public opinion. The unlikely duo recorded the track in a professional studio, with both artists wielding acoustic guitars for their stripped-down version of the club classic.

While the song does not play on the Instagram post, you can listen to it on Spotify. The song marks Zuckerberg’s official debut as a recording artist. Whether this signals the beginning of more musical ventures from the Meta CEO remains to be seen, but it certainly has people talking.