Let’s face it—we’ve all had those moments where we’ve said or done somethin’ stupid that completely ruined the vibe. And TikTokers are embracing the cringe with this latest trend, hilariously reflecting on their most awkward or vibe-killing moments.
That One Sound:
Cringing Over TikTok’s Viral “Somethin’ Stupid” Trend
That One Sound, a column by internet culture reporter Charlotte Colombo, dives into the origins of TikTok’s most popular audio clips. This time, it’s all about the viral trend that has everyone reliving their biggest vibe-killers.
Picture it: a social gathering is going great—the conversation’s flowing, the mood is perfect, and you’re on top of your game. Then it happens. You say something ridiculously dumb. Boom. The vibe dies instantly, leaving you wishing you could vanish on the spot.
The Trend
This TikTok trend has 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 classic “I love you,” they hilariously replace it with their own vibe-killing blunders—whether it’s an awkward dance move, an inappropriate comment, or something clueless that only they could pull off.
Examples include:
- Doing a random Fortnite emote mid-conversation.
- Killing a sweet moment by asking about an ex.
- Quoting unintentionally funny, vibe-killing movie lines, like ones from Shark Tale.
Where Did It Come From?
The sound is an excerpt from the timeless classic Somethin’ Stupid. Originally released by Clarence Carson Parks II and Gaile Foote in 1966, the song became legendary with Frank Sinatra’s 1967 version.
However, the version taking over TikTok is more recent—it’s Jennifer Lawrence’s rendition from her 2015 film Joy. A clip of Lawrence singing the song has racked up 4.1 million views, and the sound has been used in over 248,500 TikToks.
Celebrities Join the Fun
Even celebrities are embracing their “somethin’ stupid” moments.
- Sabrina Carpenter poked fun at her viral phrase, “that’s that me espresso.”
- Joe Jonas reflected on his infamous “How the tables have turned” video with his brothers.
- Even the Democrats’ official TikTok account joined the trend, using it to mock Donald Trump’s recent remarks about Kamala Harris.
Why It Resonates
This trend reminds us that cringe-worthy moments are universal—whether you’re a TikTok user, a celebrity, or even a political party. And as TikTok proves, sometimes all you can do is laugh about it and move on.
