Nepo Baby vs. Lapo Baby — The Battle of Birthrights
If you’ve ever opened your feed and seen someone go “Why’s this 21-year-old directing a blockbuster?” or “How come she already has a skincare line and a fashion label?”, chances are — you’ve just encountered a Nepo Baby.
But let’s not lie — while Nepo Babies are out here building legacies off their father’s “I’m proud of you” speech at the Oscars, Lapo Babies are crafting survival skills from hustle and heartbreak.
Let’s break it down:
👑 Nepo Babies
- Full name: Nepotism Beneficiaries
- Started life with private tutors, trust funds, and press tours
- Their biggest struggle? Choosing between acting or launching a tequila brand
- Their CV reads: “My dad is the industry.”
🥴 Lapo Babies
- Full name: Lack and Poverty Babies™
- Started life with Power Holding Company as their greatest villain
- Their biggest struggle? NEPA, JAMB, and deciding between noodles or garri for dinner
- Their CV reads: “I survived ASUU strike and still showed up.”
Why it’s a Meme?
Because it’s painfully relatable. While Nepo Babies get called “self-made” with 0 self-awareness, Lapo Babies are fighting generational curses, balancing side gigs, and still trying to soft life on a debit card with N207.46.
But listen — this isn’t just about rich vs. poor. It’s about how absurd the internet can feel when you’re trying to figure life out and someone your age is debuting at Paris Fashion Week because their dad “used to be in a band.”
Final Thought
Being a Lapo Baby is not a punchline — it’s proof that you’re building from scratch, rewriting your story, and showing up despite the odds. So yeah, you might not have a stylist or family name to drop… but you’ve got vibes, vision, and maybe, a solid savings goal on Cowrywise.
That’s a start.
And trust us — that’s Jiggy.