We’re only halfway through 2025, but the internet has already been a chaotic, creative, and hilarious place. From bizarre livestreams to strangely accurate face filters, trends this year are more layered than ever, blending humour, nostalgia, tech, and a touch of existentialism. Here are 10 of the biggest internet trends that have defined the year (so far):
1. “Delulu is the Solulu”
It began as a joke — a way to excuse unreasonably positive thinking — but “Delulu is the solulu” became a Gen Z anthem in a hurry. Whether it’s wishing for a job, a situationship, or a sold-out concert ticket, remaining delusional was the mood of the year. It has become a good internet trend for some time.
2. AI Boyfriend/Girlfriend Filters
These Instagram and TikTok filters mimicked the intimate scenes with a virtual partner — and they went viral. Used in all seriousness or jest, they spoke to the amusing (and somewhat isolating) virtual fantasy world.
3. Corecore Is Back
The emotional, disordered look called “corecore” was revived big time. Videos merge glitchy graphics with somber sound and reflection on contemporary life. It’s half moodboard, half therapy, and all internet-bred.
4. Instagram Notes Confessions
Instagram’s Notes feature — initially for brief status updates — became an impromptu confessional booth. Individuals started posting crushes, ridiculous thoughts, or inside humor, which sparked meme threads and parodies on other platforms.
5. TikTok Duet Chains
TikTok creators started employing the platform’s duet feature to create chains of storytelling — from soap opera-style scenes to surreal comedy. Chains grew up to 30 parts, becoming spontaneous series with cult-like fans.
6. NPC Livestreams 2.0
Remember when streamers acted like video game NPCs? That trend came back, but this time, with better setups and satirical humour. People watched creators say “ice cream so good!” or complete fake “missions” for hours — both hilarious and oddly hypnotic.
7. “You Look Like You Listen To…”
This trend left creators stumped as to someone’s music preference or life based solely on their appearance. Sometimes apt, sometimes brutal — but always comment-section gold.
8. AI-Generated Music by Fake Artists
AI software enabled listeners to produce music with completely artificial voices and non-existent personalities. Some of the songs even ended up on trending playlists, creating controversies about authenticity and the future of music. we can see the music die with a smile is generated with AI and the singer was shocked when she hear her AI version singing this song the internet trends really expload a lot.
9. Executive Lunch vs Goblin Dinner
A spin on the “girl dinner” meme, this iteration layered workplace and personality implications. Individuals explained their food — or existence — in ridiculous dualities: pretty salads versus messy junk feasts.
10. Meme Resurrections
Grumpy Cat, Minions, and even Vine-style edits are becoming popular again thanks to AI animation and remix culture. The internet just can’t allow the classics to perish.
2025 trends are more than just passing amusement — they show us how we deal, relate, and make things online. Whether it’s with humor, nostalgia, or outright delusion, one thing’s certain: the internet never stands still.
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