Couples have taken TikTok by storm, showcasing the ‘casual’ moments they experienced prior to officially dating, all set against the catchy backdrop of Chappell Roan’s popular track, ‘Casual.’
This trending phenomenon, dubbed “casual things we did before we started dating,” has spurred a wave of joyful, awkward, and touching stories shared by couples reflecting on the journey that led to their romantic relationships.
Accompanied by Roan’s upbeat song, which debuted in 2022, creators are reveling in those lighthearted instances that occurred before commitment. The inspiring track has amassed over 279,000 posts on the platform and secured a spot at #8 on the TikTok Billboard Top 50, making it an anthem for this emerging trend.
The playful lyrics and upbeat energy of ‘Casual’ resonate deeply, encapsulating the enjoyable yet sometimes clumsy phase couples often navigate before taking their relationship to the next level.
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Prominent TikTok personalities, such as Brianna LaPaglia, Dakota Wright, and the fun duo Ju & Chan, have also embraced this trend, sharing their memorable instances from the period before they became committed partners.
For instance, in the video featuring Ju & Chan, Chan reveals how her husband would “casually” attend all of her gymnastics competitions, even after she faced medical retirement and could no longer participate.
She fondly remembers how he supported her by watching her prepare mats for other gymnasts, showcasing a sweet and subtle display of affection that ultimately paved the way for their romantic relationship.
A particularly viral moment, racking up over 8.7 million views, originated from TikToker lia.michii, who humorously recounted a snapshot of her and her soon-to-be boyfriend. In the photo, he was casually holding her leg, a gesture that playfully served as a precursor to their budding romance.
Not to be left out, Trisha Paytas participated in the trend, sharing that her relationship with her husband didn’t feature a lengthy pre-dating phase. She humorously stated, “Nothing. We got engaged the same year and bought a house right away.”
This trend is just one of many couple-centric viral phenomena on TikTok this year, alongside the Beckham Test, the moon phase soulmate trend, and the entertaining ‘I trust my wife’ challenge.
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