TikTok’s Newest Trend: Slime Your Homie Day Explained

NEW YORK, NY — TikTok users are buzzing about February 26, a date that has been dubbed “Slime Your Homie Day.” Despite its viral popularity, the trend is merely an internet joke with no actual significance behind it.

This latest TikTok sensation follows the often heartbreaking Anglerfish story and has taken social media by storm. The phrase “slime your homie” does not refer to literal goo; rather, it uses slang where “slime” means to betray, and “homie” refers to friends. Thus, the day is orchestrated to humorously suggest backstabbing one’s friends.

The absurdity of the trend has led many TikTok users to express concerns about their safety, with some advising friends to stay indoors or avoid social interactions on February 26. The idea seems to be that friends are at risk of being “slimed,” or tricked, by their peers.

The trend appears to stem from Drake‘s track “Slime You Out,” which centers on themes of manipulation and exploitation. This connection provides a backdrop for the viral nature of the trend.

It is believed that the trend was ignited by TikTok user @notfromadonis, whose video of himself and a friend walking through a parking lot featured the text, “On February 26 slime ya hb.” That video gained significant traction, amassing over 6.2 million views and encouraging others to join in on the joke.

As the trend evolved, more users began to adopt similar messages, resulting in a widespread phenomenon across TikTok. However, despite the hype, there are no planned events or activities tied to February 26, leaving it a lighthearted jest among users.

In the end, while some might take the day seriously, “Slime Your Homie Day” is simply the latest instance of internet humor, reminding users to not take everything they see on social platforms at face value.