Tiktok Trend - Have We Changed, Did We Make It? - April 2025

The “Have we changed / Did we make it?” trend started spreading in April 2025 and quickly became one of the most heartfelt formats on TikTok and Instagram Reels.

It mixes transformation, nostalgia, and visual storytelling into short but powerful videos that show how far someone has come — whether it's growth, healing, friendship, or success.

What’s this trend all about?

This trend blends two ideas: asking a question about change (“Have we changed?” or “Did we make it?”) and then answering it with a visual reveal.

It shows a clear “before and after” — usually a throwback moment, followed by a glow-up, progress, or emotional evolution.

The video is synced with a beat drop using the trending sound DREAMZ by EMPIRICAL, which gives the transformation a satisfying emotional payoff.

What kind of videos people are making

  • Example 1: A girl riding a horse with the text "How it's going" before showing an earlier video of her learning how to ride.
  • Example 2: A little girl being helped to walk with support, then a later clip showing her stronger but still struggling — a clear sign of progress in therapy.
  • Example 3: Two kids shown in a throwback photo and then styled, grown-up, and successful — with the answer “yes we did ❤️🤞”.

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

  • Pick a story: a friendship, personal goal, health journey, makeover, or progress moment.
  • Choose your “before” clip or photo: something from 1-3 years ago, or a clear “day 1” moment.
  • Find a strong “after” shot: something recent that shows the result, glow-up, or progress.
  • Use the trending sound: DREAMZ by EMPIRICAL.
  • Time your transition: make sure the “after” clip hits right on the beat drop for max effect.
  • Add clear text overlays:
    “2022: did we make it??” / “2024: have we changed?”
    → followed by “2025: yes we did ❤️” or “yes we are ✨”.
  • Post it with a short caption and trending hashtags like:
    #didwemakeit #havewechangedit #glowup #dreamz #fyp

Why this trend hits hard

  • It’s visual and emotional: People love to see progress and growth — it feels human and inspiring.
  • The text adds story: It turns two clips into a full emotional arc with just a few words.
  • The music brings emotion: DREAMZ has a dreamy, nostalgic energy that lifts the whole video.
  • It’s relatable and shareable: Everyone has moments of doubt or change they can reflect on.

What to avoid

  • Weak transitions: If the beat drop isn’t synced, the video might feel flat.
  • Low quality clips: Make sure both clips are clear and easy to connect emotionally.
  • Unclear storytelling: If people don’t get what changed or improved, the impact is lost.
  • Too much text: Keep it simple and readable — don’t overexplain.

Whether you’re sharing a personal journey, friendship, parenting, sports, therapy, or just a fun glow-up — this trend is a beautiful way to show how far you’ve come.

More examples

@elisaundsamba Every beginning is hard just keep working on it 🫶🏼 #horsebackriding #ridingmyhorse #gianthorse #bighorse #dressagehorse ♬ DREAMZ - EMPIRICAL
@nawaxiukevlogs Hard work pays off 🙌❤️ #cerebralpalsy #hopeforhie #hie #disability #disabled #wheelchairuser #physicaltherapy #DMI ♬ DREAMZ - EMPIRICAL
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