The story
The term predates 2021 but became popularized as a TikTok trend. (See usage notes)
Etymology from Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.
song of the summer
Today it means: A popular, upbeat, or catchy hit (song) that dominates culture and airwaves between Memorial Day and Labor Day, characterized as an inescapable anthem, defined by its high energy, danceability, and shared cultural resonance. Full definition →