Top Social Media Trends You Should Know

Discover the latest slang and trends taking over the internet

Co-authored by Jemaree Jay and Bailey Cho

Last Updated: November 1, 2025 Fact Checked

Want to know what’s trending online and what all the kids are talking about? Check out our weekly round-up of trending articles covering viral slang, challenges, and more. We’ll also provide a quick overview of upcoming trends you need to know, with insights from trend and slang experts!

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My Birthday Funko Pop Finder

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Every Funko Pop comes with a special collection number on the box, and you find out which iconic character is your perfect match. Just plug your birthday month and day into our Birthday Funko Pop Finder!

Meet the wikiHow Experts

Shayan Faraz (also known online as Chum) is a content creator based in Ann Arbor, Michigan who examines cultural trends. He has over 35,000 followers and over 7 million likes on his TikTok page @chummertok.

Jemaree Jay is a content creator based in Miami, Florida who examples pop culture trends through a comedic lens. He shares his content on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube under the handle @jemareejay.

Jose Rivera is a social media strategist and content creator with over 5 years of experience. He has generated over 200M views across YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram.

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“There Were 2 Kids in the House” Meaning

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Curious about the viral Minecraft horror story taking over TikTok? Social media strategist and content creator Jose Rivera says, “The story surfaced around mid-2025, when clips of a supposed young player named Khan began circulating.”^{[1]
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Expert Interview} We’ll explain everything you need to know about the “There were 2 kids in the house” kidnapping story, including whether or not it’s real, how to spot fake stories, and other Minecraft horror stories.

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The Bird Theory Test

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The Bird Theory Test is currently trending on TikTok because it’s an easy way for people to test their relationships. We’re breaking down this viral test, explaining what it is, how to do it, and whether it’s actually backed by psychology!

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Omega Pheromones Quiz

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Many animals have pheromones, which are the chemicals released to attract partners. Answer a few quick and simple questions in our Omega Pheromones Quiz to discover your signature scent!

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“Maui Wowie” Meaning

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In this article, we’re breaking down the viral “Maui Wowie” trend where creators hang off street signs and lip-sync the lyrics, “Going back to Honolulu just to get that, that Maui Wowie.” According to content creator Jemaree Jay, “Maui Wowie is a type of marijuana from Honolulu, Hawaii, so that’s why Kid Cudi says he’s ‘going back to Honolulu’ to get it in the song.”^{[2]
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Expert Interview} We explore what “Maui Wowie” means, why it’s trending on TikTok, and how to make your own video to participate in the trend!

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Upcoming Trends

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New slang and trends are constantly popping up online. Things move fast on the internet, especially on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Users are always coming up with new slang and challenges, so check out the articles below for upcoming trends you need to know about:
- “Don Dada” Meaning: Jay says this term is commonly used in Jamaica, but it’s trending now because of the NBA Youngboy song “Ms. Gaulden.”^{[3]
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  Expert Interview} We’re providing a breakdown of the word “don dada,” including what it means, where it comes from, and how to use it correctly.
- “Doi Doi Doi” Meaning: This trend involves cupping your hand over your mouth and saying “doi doi doi.” We’ll explain what it means, why it’s trending, and how to do it.
- “Dada Man” Meaning: Content creator Shayan Faraz says, “[This] is a new TikTok trend and phrase where men jokingly speak to each other in exaggerated baby voices.”^{[4]
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  Expert Interview} Learn where the viral joke started and how to use it yourself!
- “Am I a Pick Me Girl?” Quiz: “Pick me” girls seek validation and attention from guys, and if you’ve been wanting to know if you give off those vibes, check out our quiz!
- Lily Allen’s “West End Girl” Album Analysis: Take a deep dive into Lily Allen’s tell-all album, including the meaning of the album, song analyses, and the creation process.