We’ve All Been There: The Viral TikTok Trend That Celebrates Saying ‘Somethin’ Stupid’
Let’s face it—everyone’s had a moment where they’ve said something truly dumb. That One Sound, a column by internet culture reporter Charlotte Colombo, dives into the origins of TikTok’s most popular sounds. This week’s feature? A viral trend capturing the cringe-worthy moments we’d all rather forget.
The Scenario
Picture this: you’re at a social event, and things are going great. The conversation is smooth, the energy is high, and you’re feeling on top of the world. Then, out of nowhere, you say something ridiculous. Cue the awkward silence. The vibe is dead, and all you can do is mentally pack your bags and retreat.
While most of us hope these moments disappear into oblivion, TikTokers are embracing them in a hilarious new trend.
The Sound
The trend features users lip-syncing to the lyrics:
“And then I go and spoil it all by saying something stupid like I love you.”
But instead of the iconic “I love you,” they replace it with something absurd they’ve actually done—be it an ill-timed dance, an inappropriate comment, or an outlandishly clueless remark.
Some standout examples? Doing random Fortnite emotes at the wrong time, ruining romantic vibes by asking about an ex, or quoting awkward movie lines like those from Shark Tale.
The Origin
The sound comes from the classic song “Somethin’ Stupid,” originally performed by Carson and Gaile in 1966. However, Frank Sinatra’s 1967 rendition solidified the song’s legacy.
The version taking TikTok by storm is more contemporary, though—it’s Jennifer Lawrence’s rendition from the 2015 movie Joy. A TikTok featuring her performance has racked up 4.1 million views, and the sound has been used over 248,500 times.
Celebrities Join the Fun
Even celebrities and public figures aren’t immune to doing “somethin’ stupid.” Sabrina Carpenter joined the trend, referencing her viral “that’s that me espresso” moment.
Joe Jonas participated, poking fun at his now-infamous line, “How the tables have turned.”
Even the Democratic Party got involved, using the trend to mock Donald Trump’s recent controversial remarks about Vice President Kamala Harris.
The Takeaway
Whether it’s a random dance, a cringe-worthy comment, or a hilarious TikTok trend, we’ve all had moments where we’ve said—or done—something undeniably stupid. At least now, we can laugh about it.
