Gigi Lamayne Drops Life Gems Following Backlash Over R200K Romantic Getaway: “Pray for My Happiness”

Gigi Lamayne Drops Life Gems Following Backlash Over R200K Romantic Getaway: “Pray for My Happiness”

  • Gigi Lamayne and Reason trended online after allegedly spending R200,000 on a baecation to celebrate their anniversary
  • Gigi Lamayne responded to the backlash over the high price with a positive and reflective message
  • Netizens reacted with mixed reactions, with some arguing that she should've ignored the negativity
Gigi Lamayne responds to baecation criticism
Gigi Lamayne reacted with life advice following backlash over R200K romantic getaway. Image: gigi_lamayne, reasonhd
Source: Instagram

Award-winning rapper Gigi Lamayne is in her soft girl era, and we love that for her. The rapper and her beau, Sizwe Alakine, popularly known as Reason, trended after allegedly spending R200,000 on a romantic getaway.

While fans cheered on the couple, specifically Gigi Lamayne, following the trip, some critics questioned the price tag. Reason previously defended Gigi Lamayne on a podcast, and she returned the favour with a post about positivity and gratitude following backlash over their romantic getaway.

Gigi Lamayne responds to backlash over R200K baecation

Taking to her verified X account on Wednesday, 23 July 2025, Gigi Lamayne responded to the criticism with a calm and inspiring message. Instead of clapping back with negativity, Gigi Lamayne shared a list of life lessons and encouraged people to embrace love, happiness and positivity. The post was captioned:

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“I’d like to ask people who love me to: 1. Google the price of the Blue Train, 2. Pray for my happiness because I really am happy, 3. Love the happiness you see for other people, so that it locates you (law of attraction), 4. Pray against anyone who speaks badly of anyone, 5. Tell your friends and family how much you love them.”

Netizens weigh in after Gigi Lamayne shares life advice

In the comments section, netizens shared mixed reactions. Several netizens applauded Gigi Lamayne for speaking up, while others advised her that she shouldn’t have responded to the negative comments.

Here are some of the reactions:

@KAT_JKC advised:

“Sometimes you just have to let banter be banter.”

@Syzzzzz_122 explained:

“My dear, the sooner you realise that this app is full of vile people, the better. No need to explain and respond to negativity. Just focus on what truly brings you HAPPINESS❤️”

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@mz_mnganga remarked:

“I googled it the first time you announced. Ayi bandla ❤️🔥🎉”

@sunnysiide__ suggested:

“As long as you don't give Reason a 6th kid.”

@thekelo_Teekay trolled:

“Chomie, with this money you can get married and secure your man, use your brain, cause now you're bragging, next thing another girl from a rich family will take him from you. For example, look at the Tony Dayimane situation. Rappers can’t be trusted, these people speak American lingo even though they’ve never been to the USA 🤷‍♂️ Some of them left hip hop to do Amapiano 🙆‍♀️”
Gigi Lamayne reacts to baecation backlash
Gigi Lamayne dropped life gems following backlash over R200K romantic getaway. Image: reasonhd
Source: Instagram

Reason and Gigi Lamayne joke about lobola

From loving each other on the low, Reason and Gigi Lamayne have been melting hearts with their content as a couple

Briefly News reported that Reason and Gigi Lamayne set social media abuzz after sharing a joke about lobola.

Reason shared a video of him and Gigi having a light-hearted conversation about marriage and dowry. He captioned the post with an inside joke.

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In the comments, netizens were left in stitches. Some pointed out that the idea was unique and would be a worthwhile investment.

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Tayananiswa Zvikaramba (Editor) Tayananiswa Zvikaramba is an entertainment writer at Briefly News. He previously worked as a profiler, sports, human interest, entertainment, and current affairs writer at Pindula (2016-2022) and iHarare (2022-2025). He holds a BA Honours in Archaeology from the University of Zimbabwe (2010-2013), YOAST SEO for Beginners (2023), YOAST Block Editor Training (2023), and YOAST Structured Data for Beginners (2023). Email: tayananiswa.zvikaramba@briefly.co.za