Blink 182 Concert Scam: Witty Tweet by M. Lockwood Porter Goes Viral

In a tweet that has taken Twitter by storm, user M. Lockwood Porter shared a nostalgic and witty story that has amassed thousands of interactions. The tweet, which was posted on January 8, 2019, from Tulsa, OK, humorously recounts how Porter and a friend managed to attend a Blink 182 concert during high school by pulling off an unexpected scam in their extremely Baptist Oklahoma town.

The tweet reads: "My best friend and I wanted to go to a Blink 182 concert in high school but couldn't afford tickets, so we told everyone in our extremely Baptist Oklahoma town that God called us to spread the gospel at an evil secular concert but we needed donations to get in. We turned a profit."

The post has garnered significant attention, with 1,480 Retweets, 1.5K Quote Tweets, and an impressive 13,951 Likes. The tweet was a reply to @Nicole_Cliffe, adding a layer of engagement with another social media personality.

Comments from users reveal a mixture of amusement and commentary on religious fundraising tactics. One user noted, "True care, truth brings," while another humorously commented, "Future clergy, I see." The lighthearted scam even drew comparisons to real-life evangelists, with one user stating, "Didn't do anything worse than any 'real' evangelist," and another adding, "Easy grift."

Some comments took a more critical stance, highlighting the broader issue of religious fundraising. One user remarked, "Evangelicals use the same method: 'Give us money to spread the gospel,' from their 60 million dollar mansions, jet planes, and limousines. Hallelujah and Amen." Another user humorously summarized the situation with, "Profit over prophet!"

The tweet has sparked discussions about the lengths people will go to for concert tickets and how religious contexts can be manipulated for personal gain. One user jokingly commented, "How'd you do?" to which another replied, "We're actually down two members now."

This viral tweet by M. Lockwood Porter not only highlights a cheeky teenage adventure but also opens a window into the complex and often humorous dynamics of religious communities and fundraising. Whether viewed as a clever hustle or a critique of evangelistic practices, the story has certainly resonated with thousands of Twitter users.

For those interested in following more of M. Lockwood Porter's engaging content, the Twitter handle is @mlockwoodporter. This tweet is an example of social media's power to bring to light humorous and thought-provoking stories from everyday life.