Ever wondered how a couple of broke 19-year-olds could quit their jobs, launch a meme token on Solana, and rake in over $160,000 in just a few days? Welcome to the wild world of Bagwork, a project that's redefining viral marketing in crypto. This isn't your typical blockchain tale—it's packed with streaking at baseball games, gym pranks, private jets, and even a potential lawsuit from Drake. Let's break it down step by step.
The Launch: From Zero to Viral on Pump Fun
Bagwork kicked off as a simple Solana token created by two anonymous teens using Pump Fun, a popular platform for launching meme coins with low barriers to entry. Pump Fun lets anyone create and trade tokens easily, often leading to quick pumps (price surges) driven by community hype. These guys ditched their day jobs to go all-in on crypto, betting on their antics to draw attention.
Their first big break? One of them streaked across a Dodgers game while streaming live. The Bagwork ticker flashed on screen, sparking buys from viewers. He ended up in jail but bailed out using token fees—talk about crypto paying the bills!
The Slap Heard 'Round the Crypto World
Things escalated at Zoo Culture gym, where one Bagwork boy snatched fitness influencer Bradley Martyn's hat. Martyn's retaliatory slap went mega-viral, all while the duo sported shirts emblazoned with the Bagwork ticker. This stunt alone netted them $40,000 in fees as the token's volume exploded.
Viral moments like this are gold in the meme coin space. They leverage social media buzz to drive trading activity, turning memes into money. Bagwork's market cap soared past $30 million, proving that controversy can be a killer marketing tool.
Private Jets and Vegas Vibes Courtesy of Pump Fun's Founder
The hype didn't stop there. Alon, the founder of Pump Fun, hooked them up with a private jet to Vegas and ringside seats for the Canelo fight. In under 60 hours, they'd made over $120,000. From filming in Vegas to live buys from traders, the token kept pumping.
They even leaked Drake's new album, getting blocked by the rapper and sparking more virality. But this could backfire—leaking copyrighted material isn't a joke, and legal trouble might be looming.
The Numbers: $160K and Counting
As of now, Bagwork's creators have pocketed more than $160,000 in fees. The token's still live, with the duo streaming their adventures. This rags-to-riches story highlights the chaotic, high-reward nature of meme tokens on Solana, where platforms like Pump Fun democratize crypto launches but also invite risks like rugs (scams) or volatility.
What's Next for Bagwork?
Will the hype sustain, or will a Drake lawsuit crash the party? Bagwork embodies the "CCM" (Crypto Chaos Mode), where bold stunts meet blockchain. For blockchain practitioners eyeing meme tokens, it's a reminder: Virality can multiply gains, but always DYOR (do your own research) and watch for red flags.
If you're into Solana meme coins, check out similar projects on Pump Fun or follow threads like this one from @StarPlatinumSOL for the latest scoops. What's your take—genius marketing or reckless gambling?