"Come stay with me in Toronto"

@sarahlemoinee

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Why it worked

The video uses a relatable "then vs. now" format, contrasting idealized future plans with humorous, exaggerated past problems. This contrast creates a strong emotional resonance and humor, making it highly shareable.

Summary

The first slide shows three friends embracing and making plans to see each other in different cities. The second slide contrasts this with a humorous depiction of past struggles and less desirable situations the friends experienced.

Structure

1Friends making plans to meet
2Contrasting past struggles
3Humorous depiction of past problems

On-screen text

"Come stay with me in Toronto" "When are you guys coming to Montreal" "Group FT tonight" "Book your flights to Germany!" But there was once a time.... "Guys we got robbed" "Pre at ours tonight" "What should we cook for dinner" "Guys we have bed bugs" "Can I borrow a shirt" "Send utility money"

Original caption

AND THEN THERE WAS A TREND ABOUT HOW MUCH YOU MISS YOUR FRIENDS TO AN OASIS SOUND 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭 holy shit I’m on my period and so emotional I’m crying right now