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What is 'Holy Airball'?
“Holy Airball” is a viral phrase that took off on TikTok recently to humble brag. The phrase originates from sports, where someone completely misses their shot. Whether it’s a basketball shot that doesn’t even touch the rim or a swing that connects with nothing but air, the phrase is usually used to imply a huge ‘miss’. It exaggerates the moment, adding a mock sense of awe to a hilarious blunder.
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Origins and Trend
The phrase first gained traction in sports meme communities on Reddit and TikTok, where users started replying to comments that missed the mark with “Holy Airball”. It was the kind of joke that thrives in comment sections, often used ironically to elevate a cringey comment into a meme-worthy moment.
Recently, it has developed into a way to humble brag. In these videos, creators share a vague statement about themselves, followed by a response that misinterprets their meaning, followed by a reveal that showcases the true, often surprising, context. The idea here is that instead of you being the ‘missed shot’, the other person’s assumptions are the ones off the mark.
Famous Holy Airball Example
Notable example of the trend comes from TikTok creator Alianna Thiams (@thebestofaliii), who surprised viewers by revealing that her father is none other than Akon—the famous singer, songwriter, and featured artist on Jeezy’s “Soul Survivor,” the track commonly used in this trend.
How to Create Holy Airball with YouCam Perfect
Now you might be wondering, how can you get on with the trend as well? The answer lies in YouCam Perfect!
Here’s how:
- Open YouCam Perfect and upload your photos or video stills: Available on IOS and Android, download and open the YouCam Perfect app and upload a frame that captures the moment, this is your Holy Airball moment.
- Click on Photo Edit and tap “Add Text.”: After uploading your photo, type out “holy airball”. Try using bold, dramatic fonts like Impact, and make it pop. You can even add a border to get that classic TikTok font.
- Save and share it! Upload your edited photo onto TikTok to join the trend.
Some Ideas for Your Holy Airball
Having trouble with what to humble brag about? Consider these:
- ‘They thought I was just a normal student…’: Start with a casual “I enjoy class,” then hit them with the Holy Airball moment: a quiet flex like winning a national competition, publishing research, or getting invited to an elite academic program.
- Flex that bag: Start with a statement like ‘Told them I run a business’, then cut to a reveal of your actual job. Holy Airball your business and the bag it pulls.
- Show-off your unique relations: Begin with you at a concert or behind-the-scenes, cut to a shot with you on stage, backstage, or even related to a famous artist. Insert “HOLY AIRBALL” just before the jaw-dropping reveal.
Final Thoughts
“Holy Airball” is the perfect blend of internet irony and meme-worthy chaos. It takes a normal assumption and gives it an exaggerated, almost divine twist that makes it jaw-dropping.
Whether you’re calling out a misunderstanding or turning your own flex into humorous brags, this trend is a fun way to join the culture of self-aware humor. So grab YouCam Perfect, make your masterpiece, and give your brags the holy treatment they deserve.
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