The one and only Cardi B has teamed up with Tinder to give the college with the most right swipes a free concert. Unfortunately, UConn didn’t make the cut and honestly, that’s okay. Because even though Cardi B is great, Tinder really isn’t worth it.
I’ve done the Tinder thing. I met a few guys, had some fun, and loved every second of it. Until one day I had the realization that it’s not all it’s cracked up to be.
First of all, no one on the app really knows what they want. The terrifying question of “what are we” inevitably creeps up on every relationship and most of the time shatters the whole thing entirely. One or both of you eventually catch feelings, but someone is bound to be scared of commitment and end it all. The easy fix is to figure out exactly what you’re looking for before you even make an account and lead someone on, but that’s easier said than done.
And then, of course, the fact that the candidates are lacking. Don’t get me wrong, there are some very nice guys on Tinder. But the majority are a little gross. Just last week a girl here at UConn received a message that included a racial slur against her. Finding a relationship with one guy that will maybe work out, in my opinion, doesn’t make up for the rest of the not-so-great ones you might have to deal with.
But the worst part of all of this is the awkward run-ins. UConn is a huge school, but odds are you’ll see someone you matched with at one point or another. Maybe you even messaged for awhile, and then chances are they know exactly who you are. Trust me, nothing is more awkward than making eye contact with a Tinder match and then uncomfortably shuffling away.
I understand the appeal of the whole thing. It’s a lot harder to approach someone in person than it is to swipe right and shoot them a quick “hey”. But it’s also important to live in the moment and not let your phone control yet another aspect of your life. If you want to try it out, absolutely go for it. Just be prepared for the potential of a rude awakening. And who knows, maybe in 10 years I’ll test out eHarmony and see if guys really do mature with age…or will they still be sending cringe worthy pick-up lines?
Sorry Cardi, but I’m off of Tinder for good. And not even a once-in-a-lifetime concert is going to bring me back.