Why it worked
The video taps into a relatable emotional experience of receiving a thoughtful message from a friend, especially one that evokes a shared memory or feeling. The use of a popular song by 'The Cure' likely resonates with a specific audience, adding to its appeal.
Summary
The video shows a person reacting to a text message from their friend. The text message mentions that "The Cure" was played at a bar and the sender's first thought was of the recipient. The recipient appears emotional, touching their face and looking thoughtful.
Structure
- 1Person reacts to text message
- 2Text message details song and thought
- 3Person shows emotional reaction
- 4Person touches face and looks thoughtful
On-screen text
They just played the cure at the bar
And the first thought I had was you.
Don't make me cry
My homeboy will text me
things like this and it's the
most luv I've felt in
months