The renowned Argentine rapper Trueno gave a concert in Arequipa, where he surprised the public not only with his music, but also with an unexpected phrase in Peruvian slang. The moment quickly went viral on social media, especially in TikTok where his fans did not hesitate to share the exact moment in which the singer made the audience vibrate.
The singer surprised the audience at the Beer Garden in Arequipa with his viral song ‘Real Gangsta Love’, and at the end of the song, he left everyone stunned by using a unique Peruvian slang.
What happened at the Trueno concert in Arequipa?
On September 13, Argentine rapper Trueno arrived in Arequipa with his successful world tour ‘The Last Dance’ which left all attendees impressed. The event was a resounding success not only for his music, but also for the special connection he generated with the Peruvian public by using popular local slang.
During the performance of his hit ‘Real Gangsta Love’, One of the most anticipated songs of the night, Trueno thrilled the audience who sang along to each verse of the catchy lyrics. However, the highlight came when, at the end of the song, the rapper said in all his style: “My ‘cause’ is a f***ing f***.” The phrase, which is commonly used in Peru to refer to a close friend, made fans explode, who did not expect to hear their idol speaking in their slang.
The word “causa” is used in a similar way to terms such as “pana”, “compadre” or “hermano” in other Latin American countries.
Fans did not hesitate to express their surprise. Photo: TikTok/luana08a
Who is Trueno, the singer famous for his song ‘Real Gangsta Love’?
Mateo Palacios Corazzina, better known as Trueno, has forged an impressive career in just a few years. He started in the world of freestyle in 2015, participating in the famous Buenos Aires freestyle battles. However, his popularity took off in 2019 when he collaborated with Bizarrap in one of their iconic freestyle sessions. Since then, his career has been on the rise, releasing three albums: ‘Atrevido’ (2020), ‘Bien o Mal’ (2022) and his most recent work ‘El Último Baile’ (2024).
Throughout his career, Trueno has worked with big names in the music industry such as J Balvin, Duki, Nathy Peluso and his ex-partner Nicki Nicole with whom he shared several collaborations. In addition, he has been part of international festivals such as Lollapalooza and Vive Latino, consolidating himself as a key figure in Latin American urban music.
‘Real Gangsta Love’, the social media sensation
Trueno’s success is not only limited to the stage, but has also conquered digital platforms. His song ‘Real Gangsta Love’, released in May 2024, has been a true viral phenomenon on TikTok, where thousands of users have used the song in their videos and choreographies. The catchy lyrics and enveloping rhythm have managed to position this single at the top of several music charts.
On Spotify, the song is ranked fourteenth in the global Top 50, while on YouTube it has accumulated 24 million views in just one month, ranking sixth among the most popular music videos on the platform.