Tiktok Trend - Dame Tu Cosita - May 2025

The “Dame Tu Cosita” trend started catching fire in May 2025 and has quickly taken over TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts.

It’s fast, funny, and super visual. With just one simple move — stepping back — creators can go from “serious” to “surprise” in a second. The magic comes from timing your movement to the beat of the viral sound: Dame Tu Cosita by 𝐌𝐢𝐤𝐨𝐭𝐨.

If your content is visual, expressive, or just plain fun, this trend is perfect to join in!

What’s this trend all about?

This trend uses a remix of the song "Dame Tu Cosita" as its audio base. The formula is simple but powerful:

  • You start the video close to the camera with a serious, confused, or pensive face.
  • Then — on the beat drop or key phrase (“Ay, toma!”) — you step back quickly.
  • As you move, you show more of your background and change your expression — usually into a smile, a pose, or a little dance.

The transition from “close-up serious” to “stepping back and smiling” is what makes it pop.

What kind of videos people are making

  • Example 1: A blonde girl starts serious and steps back into a bright room, smiling.
  • Example 2: A guy with pink lights shows a moody close-up before pulling back and grinning wide.
  • Example 3: A girl holding her phone turns from thoughtful to excited on the beat.
  • Example 4: A guy sings along to the track and pulls back to show off his space and energy.
  • Example 5: A girl talks into her phone before suddenly moving back and lighting up with a smile.

Want to use it? Here’s the step-by-step

  • Open TikTok or Reels and search for the sound: Dame Tu Cosita by 𝐌𝐢𝐤𝐨𝐭𝐨.
  • Pick your spot — somewhere that will look cool, funny, or surprising once revealed.
  • Listen to the sound to learn the exact cue for the step back (usually right at “Ay, toma!”).
  • Plan:
    • Your starting face/expression
    • How you’ll step back (step, jump, spin)
    • Your final look: smile, dance, pose
  • Record your video:
    • Start with your face close-up and serious.
    • On the beat, move back quickly.
    • End with energy — big smile, hand gestures, or a little move.
  • Trim if needed and check your timing!
  • Add fun text or emoji if you want, plus a simple caption and hashtags like #dametucosita #trend #stepbackchallenge

When it works best (and why)

  • The move back is perfectly in sync with the beat drop
  • Your “before” and “after” expressions are super different
  • You have a cool, fun, or unexpected background reveal
  • Your camera movement feels natural — not stiff
  • The vibe matches your niche — whether it’s fashion, humor, lifestyle, or nightlife

When it doesn’t work (and why)

  • Your move back is late or too early — timing is key!
  • The change in your face or energy isn’t big enough
  • Your setting doesn’t add anything new or interesting
  • You over-edit it — this trend should feel spontaneous and light
  • You use the wrong version of the sound — that can hurt your reach

It’s a fun, fast, and easy trend to try. And the best part? You can always make it your own.

More examples

@moncluscarol

cosita

♬ Dame Tu Cosita - 𝐌𝐢𝐤𝐨𝐭𝐨
@timurtopaboy

cosito tu dami

♬ Dame Tu Cosita - 𝐌𝐢𝐤𝐨𝐭𝐨
@tatianakaer

Dame tu cosita

♬ Dame Tu Cosita - 𝐌𝐢𝐤𝐨𝐭𝐨
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