During a live stream on April 8, 2025, popular Twitch streamer Kai Cenat received a heartfelt surprise from musician David “D4vd.” As he unboxed the package in front of his audience, he discovered a personalized plaque expressing gratitude for his role in making D4vd’s track “Romantic Homicide” go viral.
Thrilled by the gesture, Kai announced his intention to display the plaque in his room and extended a shoutout to the artist. Reflecting on their earlier interaction at the Streamy Awards, he shared:
“He came up to me during the Streamy Awards and said my reaction to his song changed his life forever.”
Included with the plaque was a note from D4vd, which stated:
“It was only right to send you a plaque now that Romantic Homicide is a 3x platinum. Appreciate you forever bro -D4vd.”
The Ripple Effect of Kai Cenat’s Influence
In a recent appearance on Triple J Radio, D4vd recounted the struggles he faced early in his career:
“The videos I would post on YouTube would get copyright striked because the music I would use was mainstream radio music. I cried to my mom about it and she said, ‘If you’re not making money, how about you make your own song?’ I was like ‘I could probably do that.'”
Motivated by his mother’s advice, D4vd started creating original music, incorporating his songs into Fortnite montages. However, it was Kai Cenat’s enthusiastic reaction to “Romantic Homicide” that propelled the track to new heights. In a YouTube video showcasing Kai’s live reaction, he remarked:
“The person who made this song came to me during Streamys (Streamy Awards), and he said I was the reason he blew up… I wish the best for him, bro. He’s actually very talented.”
D4vd is no stranger to collaboration, having worked alongside popular creators such as Pokimane and Jasontheween. Adding to his credentials, he also has a history with Fortnite, having collaborated with Epic Games last year to feature his music within the game.
In other developments, Kai Cenat faced a temporary suspension from Twitch following a hacking incident, which resulted in loss of access to several social media accounts due to a security breach. This intertwining of personal achievements and challenges continues to shape his narrative as a leading figure in the streaming industry.