What was intended as a tribute has sparked outrage. Rapper DaBaby is under fire for his new video “Save Me,” which he claims was created to honor Iryna Zarutska.

Instead of offering a respectful homage, the video graphically recreates the fatal stabbing that took her life—a choice many argue crosses the line between art and exploitation.

The release has ignited fierce debate across social media, with critics saying the video sensationalizes trauma rather than commemorating a life lost.

Community leaders and mental health advocates have called it “deeply triggering,” accusing DaBaby of re-opening wounds for survivors and the community that mourns Zarutska.

Others argue that while art often confronts harsh realities, the explicit nature of the reenactment is gratuitous and insensitive.

Supporters of DaBaby defend the project as artistic expression meant to shed light on violence and its consequences, insisting his intent was not to shock but to spark awareness.

Yet even some fans admit the execution feels exploitative, blurring the line between social commentary and sensationalism.

The controversy has left many asking: when does a tribute stop honoring the victim and start using their tragedy for shock value?

In this case, the answer remains bitterly divided—but what’s clear is that DaBaby’s “Save Me” video has become one of the most polarizing artistic statements of the year.