And this is your 2024 TikTok rap.
TikTok reveals its top trends of the year, including Jules Lebron’s The “very shy, very careful” catchphrase, an attraction to a baby hippo named Moo Deng and Logan Moffitt’s Cucumber-centric dishes.
baby animal
Many people around the world were mesmerized by the emergence of two popular baby animals: moo deng And pesto penguins. Both the animals had earned their claim to fame just a few months ago.
“Moo Deng, Thailand’s lovable pygmy hippo, and Pesto, a large king penguin from Australia, along with the other Knights of the Round Table, have captured Internet hearts around the world,” said one. tiktok statement,
people have become Charmed by Mu Deng and Pesto, following their daily routine on social media, selling animal-themed merchandise, and creating artwork Inspired by animals.
“Their popularity crossed borders, not only connecting people over a shared love for animals, but also sparking conversations about their welfare and conservation,” TikTok said.
“Very shy, very careful”
influencer jules lebron It got over 54 million views on social media after reminding everyone why they should do it “Very shy, very cautious.”
Although the trending word and catchphrase rolled off the tongue in August, it was so infectious that Dictionary.com deemed it the year of 2024. word of the year,
Many influencers and celebrities like Olivia Rodrigo, Lindsay Lohan, and Khloe Kardashian have also added “hesitation” to their vocabulary.
“The #Demure trend not only coined a new idiom, but also empowered self-expression and influenced various trends.” TikTok wrote in a statement,
Cucumber Dishes
logan moffitt, a food influencer Known as the “cucumber man”, who specializes in cucumber salads, he gained tremendous popularity in 2024 after sharing his Cucumber recipe.
Moffitt uses the same cooking ingredients in her videos: a cucumber, mandolin, and clear cylinder jars.
In his most viral TikTok, Over 43 million viewsMoffitt makes her own version of Creamy Cucumber California Rolls that tempts many people’s appetite.
Grocery stores faced shortages of vegetables due to the desire to buy cucumbers. According to senior vice president of merchandising at FreshDirect, the online grocer saw 172% increase Cucumber sales increased in July compared to last year, which can be attributed to the TikTok trend.
Although her recipes received millions of views, they also faced backlash, including a salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers and a reported increase in ER visits due to the cooking method.
Early chefs like Jackson Dean, went viral After cutting his finger while using a mandolin, Moffitt told the audience to “be careful” when using sharp instruments.
TikTok is making an impact on today’s society by teaching them new food recipes, learning about endangered species, or expanding their vocabulary and mindset.
“Throughout 2024, TikTok continues to redefine how we discover, create and connect through the shared language of video,” said James Stafford, TikTok’s global head of content. “We celebrate our global community who have inspired and entertained us this year, as we remain committed to nurturing a positive and inclusive environment where everyone can bring joy, have a unique voice and a chance to shine “
