Have you ever been struck with a sudden realization that turns your world upside down? You know, like the moment you realize you’re growing up and won’t be a college kid forever? Or that your summer internship could end up being your career for the next forty years? If so, you’ll love the “Oh Lord” TikTok trend, which is perfect for those moments when things get *way* too real, too fast.
The trend, also known as the #OhLordChallenge, uses audio from TikToker @JazzyFizzle, whose original TikTok captures the moment you remember that your parents were once the same age you are now. I’m cracking up at the way creators are putting their own spin on the trend, like TikToker @landonmoss who says, “when you accidentally send the screenshot to the person you screenshotted.” Oh lord, indeed.
To try the TikTok trend for yourself, think of a time when you realized something that shook up your world, whether it’s remembering your impending adulthood or that consciousness exists. It can also be something more lighthearted, like realizing you’re smiling when texting someone new or the moment your friend drives past their exit and you suddenly remember you were supposed to be giving them directions. Whether it’s a general “facepalm” moment or a random thought that keeps you up at night, chances are, it’s the perfect idea to use as inspiration for the “Oh, Lord” TikTok trend.
Once you’ve brainstormed your content, grab the original audio from TikToker @JazzyFizzle and film various clips of yourself having a sudden realization — ideally from multiple angles. Bonus points if you’re sitting in a chair, having your realization in a random place, and are able to remain deadpan the entire time. Then, sync the video clips with the audio, which opens with the sound, “oh lord,” and let the fun begin! If you need some inspiration, check out this amusing version, or this relationship-inspired example from @miss_xanon.
The #OhLord TikTok trend had me cracking up today, and I’m already plotting how I’m going to try it myself. Once you create your own version, I can guarantee you’ll hear the “oh, lord” soundbite every time you’re hit with a sudden realization in the middle of the day or night — and I hope you’ll crack a smile instead of plummeting into an existential crisis.