TikTok has sparked yet another trend, this time in the form of a meme that has individuals reflecting on society, but not in a positive light.
TikTok, the popular social media platform, is constantly filled with new memes that captivate its users and lead them to join in on the viral trends.
TikTokers have a passion for showcasing their comedic talents, from the popular ‘Symphony’ dolphin to the trending ‘fully conscious baby’ meme. And now, they have yet another opportunity to flex their humor muscles.
The viral ‘Humans saw this’ meme, which has gained popularity since August 2024, allows users on social media to satirize society and the excessive habits of humanity. Here’s a breakdown of how it functions.
@lilly.his life is worth more #nature #aestheticlife #lifeisbeautiful #lifeisgood #relatable #foru #explorepage✨ #viraltiktok #natureaesthetic
TikTok’s ‘Humans Saw This’ Meme Explained
The meme entails users sharing stunning footage of various natural landscapes, including waterfalls, oceans, mountain ranges, and many other breathtaking scenes.
Text overlay then shows “Humans witnessed this and created…”, highlighting a societal aspect that the viewer considers a hindrance to fully experiencing life and all it has to offer.
@asifam WILD (credit to whoevers idea this was)
A few well-known examples of societal phenomena include working a 9-5 job, utilizing salesforce, paying taxes, attending school and taking exams, and facing nepotism and capitalism. Nevertheless, there are countless other examples that exist.
The meme offers users a chance to share their grievances about contemporary society and question societal norms that dictate what truly matters in life. Would you rather experience the marvels of nature or spend 40 hours a week working?
The background music used may differ, but the most popular option is Black Country, New Road’s ‘Intro’, which has already been featured in over 18,000 videos on TikTok. Many of these videos have gained millions of views and likes.
@_giuliaboccali_ like bro wtf #madeira #waterfall #madeiraisland #madeiraportugal #nature #outdoors #travel
One user commented, capturing the mindset of those participating in the trend, “Why can’t we just continue to live our simple, silly lives?”
Another person added, “I hope we can see a balance between land and cities,”and went on to express their desire for society to resemble Netflix’s Arcane, which features elements of “magic, nature, and buildings”(same, TikTok user, same).
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