Black Eyed Peas' 'Pump It' Hits Billion-View Milestone on YouTube
The 2005 music video for 'Pump It' has officially entered YouTube's Billion Views Club, becoming the group's fourth video to achieve that feat. The track, which samples Dick Dale's 'Misirlou,' was a top 20 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 and appeared on the album 'Monkey Business.' The band previously reached the billion-view mark with 'Where Is the Love?,' 'RITMO,' and 'My Humps.'
The 2005 track, built on a surf-rock sample, was a chart staple, peaking at No. 18 on the Hot 100 and anchoring the *Monkey Business* album, which narrowly missed the top spot on the Billboard 200. Its visual, filmed in Los Angeles, prominently featured a branded Honda Civic Hybrid that later served as a tour giveaway.
Beyond its initial run, the song has been reworked multiple times, including a remix on 2009's *The E.N.D.* and a 2022 EDM version by Tiësto. The milestone arrives amid renewed interest in the group, following Fergie's 2018 departure and their recent public reunion at the 2026 American Music Awards.
This milestone could reinforce the enduring commercial power of mid-2000s pop-rap for younger streaming audiences, potentially driving renewed playlist placements and licensing opportunities for the group. It may also signal that legacy acts can maintain cultural relevance through digital platforms, encouraging other artists to revisit their catalogs. For fans, the achievement could heighten anticipation for a full reunion tour, though the band's current trio dynamic may be affected by Fergie's potential return.