Rapper 4Xtra, from Los Angeles, suffered a severe hand injury during Fourth of July celebrations in 2025 after a firework exploded in his hand.
Hours before the he posted a video on social media where he was seen holding two firecrackers and joking about “blowing someone up,” which was intended as playful banter but turned out to be an ominous foreshadowing of the accident.
Eyewitness videos and reports confirm that the firework—reportedly an M80—detonated prematurely, causing serious damage to one of his hands. Following the explosion, graphic images and videos circulated online, showing his bandaged arm and bloodied fingers, fueling concerns among fans and sparking widespread discussion on social media.
Some sources and social media posts even claim that 4Xtra may have lost his hand entirely, although as of now, there is no official confirmation from the rapper or his representatives regarding the full extent of his injuries.
The incident has quickly gone viral, with the original video and aftermath being widely shared across platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter).
Reactions online have ranged from expressions of sympathy and prayers for his recovery to mockery and memes referencing the incident.
