As Iranian missile strike footage circulates across social media platforms, one song has emerged as a defining soundtrack: “Boom, Boom, Tel Aviv.” The track, released on June 20, 2025, has made waves not just for its aggressive beat, but for its political message—capturing global attention and becoming a viral phenomenon overnight.
The song addresses Iran’s missile response to Israeli actions, particularly in light of escalating violence against Palestinians. Within just 24 hours of its release, “Boom, Boom, Tel Aviv” reportedly amassed over 577 million views across platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter). Many users paired the song with footage of Iran’s missile strikes, creating viral montages that cast the military retaliation as poetic justice for what they describe as decades of Israeli oppression in Palestine.
A sample of the lyrics reads:
This is what you get, for all your evil deeds
You were mocking dead kids / but now you’re getting hit
Iranian missiles have your entire skyline lit
Now you feel terror like the Palestinians
The emotionally charged lyrics have resonated with global audiences, especially among those critical of Israeli policies. The track not only voices support for Iran’s retaliatory actions but also critiques perceived Western complicity in Israeli military aggression, particularly in Gaza.
The song was written and performed by Lucas Gage, a former U.S. Marine turned political artist and activist. In an interview with the Tehran Times, Gage explained the inspiration behind the track, saying the driving force was a “universal desire for justice.”
“For two years, people have watched in horror as Israel committed what can only be described as genocide. There had to be some cultural response,” he said. “This song is that response—a musical reckoning.”
Gage revealed that he had been creating politically charged music for months, focused on exposing what he describes as Israeli crimes and the dangers of unchecked Zionist power. “After Iran’s retaliation, the lyrics practically wrote themselves,” he said.
He emphasized that music, unlike policy papers or speeches, speaks directly to the heart. “People are emotionally driven. Music moves those emotions like nothing else,” Gage added. “The enemy has weaponized culture. It’s time we use culture to push back.”
“Boom, Boom, Tel Aviv” has sparked widespread online commentary. One user on X remarked, “This song is hitting harder than the missiles.” Another joked that it should be “nominated for a Grammy,” noting its cultural impact.
Gage also used the moment to speak directly to the Iranian people, saying many Americans are disillusioned with their government’s foreign policy. “Our country has been hijacked by hostile interests. The wars we’ve fought, the lives we’ve destroyed—they don’t reflect the will of the American people,” he said. “We don’t want war with Iran. We want justice, peace, and freedom from this cycle of manipulation.”
The track’s explosive rise online—and its use as a tool of resistance—marks a powerful moment where art, politics, and warfare collide. Whether viewed as an anthem of defiance or an incitement to division, “Boom, Boom, Tel Aviv” is undeniably a song of its time.
