Fans at Harry Styles’ Together, Together tour are now enthusiastically singing Australian band 5 Seconds of Summer’s “Telephone Busy” lyrics during the instrumental break of Styles’ song “Ready, Steady, Go,” creating a new viral trend. The trend, which started with a fan remix on TikTok by user @millsberry75, has gained momentum as fans passionately join in during Styles’ performances at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
5 Seconds of Summer acknowledged the remix in August during a DJ set at Lollapalooza festival, incorporating it into their performance. Videos circulating on social media show an increasing number of fans participating in the chant, with the volume growing louder as the trend spreads. This unexpected fan interaction has delighted many, showcasing the power of online trends translating into real-life experiences within fandoms.
The history between One Direction, where Harry Styles rose to fame, and 5 Seconds of Summer adds to the excitement. Initially, the Australian band gained exposure when One Direction member Louis Tomlinson shared their music online. Since then, the two fan bases have overlapped, leading to a shared celebration of music and camaraderie.
5 Seconds of Summer has expressed appreciation for the fan enthusiasm, while Harry Styles has yet to directly acknowledge the trend. With numerous upcoming shows on Styles’ tour, including at Madison Square Garden and Rogers Stadium, the possibility of the chant becoming even more widespread is high. Fans are eagerly embracing this new phenomenon, eagerly anticipating its continuation at future concerts.