The music video, released in February 2010, became a major cultural talking point.
While producing the beat, Smiley felt the rhythm shared a similar vibe with Cheloo's signature style. He invited the rapper to collaborate, and the final track featured lyrics written half by Smiley and half by Cheloo. Smiley feat. Cheloo - Plec pe Marte (Official Video)
Both artists denied the accusations of racial harassment. The CNA eventually ruled that the video did not aim to incite hatred and declined to ban it from social or media platforms. Impact and Legacy The music video, released in February 2010, became
The ACRR claimed that a T-shirt worn by Cheloo featuring the phrase "White and Proud" and the number "14" promoted racist messages. Both artists denied the accusations of racial harassment
Shortly after its release, the Civic Alliance of the Roma in Romania (ACRR) filed a complaint with the National Audiovisual Council (CNA), requesting the video be banned.
Smiley reportedly composed the melody and main lyrics for the song in approximately 30 minutes.