The past few days have been nothing short of draining. Going to bed Tuesday night hearing that another unarmed black man was killed, only to attempt to sleep Wednesday night after watching the Falcon Heights shooting video was nothing short of tragic. In times like these, it is crucial to remember that as a black person in America, our self-care is crucial.
On Thursday afternoon, #CarefreeBlackKids2k16 started trending on Twitter. It was started by Heben Nigatu, the co-host of one of our favorite podcasts, Another Round and a co-writer for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. The hashtag resurrected some of our favorite viral videos of all time, as well as some new ones we haven’t seen before.
I am following @heavenrants and #CarefreeBlackKids2K16 because boy do I need this today. You might too.
— Lin-Manuel Miranda (@Lin_Manuel) July 7, 2016
If you need a pick-me up or something to brighten your day, take a look at our amazing kids.
When this little girl killed it!
#CarefreeBlackKids2k16 my child https://t.co/F4Ojky3NAM
— Julia (@juliaocw) July 7, 2016
Mr. Postman, the carefree black kid version.
#CarefreeBlackKids2k16 https://t.co/AzG0YztGdR
— Heben Nigatu (@heavenrants) July 7, 2016
Let’s not forget the most classic vine of all-time.
@heavenrants #CarefreeBlackKids2k16 ICONIC https://t.co/ooGT0mScBW
— Eyezora (@eyezora) July 7, 2016
When your whole family lit.
#CarefreeBlackKids2k16 https://t.co/vfJV3Daiba
— Squidward Tortellini (@Zeadache) July 7, 2016
Carefree enough to join your mama in dance.
#CarefreeBlackKids2k16 https://t.co/mUMFkV1qpJ
— Robyn (@Swaggy_Peete) July 7, 2016
Best “Drunk in Love” cover, ever….
THOSE BABY CHEEKS 👼🏾 #CarefreeBlackKids2k16 https://t.co/0lh2Pi7prh
— Heben Nigatu (@heavenrants) July 7, 2016
…and the best jig to a Jay-Z song, ever.
#CarefreeBlackKids2k16 https://t.co/ycPHcYLV1B
— Stacey E. Singleton (@staceyNYCDC) July 7, 2016
You just really can’t out do black kids.
https://t.co/93olfzxacA #CarefreeBlackKids2k16
— TheThirdPew (@NathanZed) July 7, 2016
“The whole world makes me happy.”
Let her sweet voice touch your soul #CarefreeBlackKids2k16 pic.twitter.com/pmzS6gfdkG
— It’s My Birthday ✨ (@kayarand) July 8, 2016
Just adorable.
“It’s a beautiful day to smile” 😭😭 #CarefreeBlackKids2k16 https://t.co/LhuXrYuipY
— Heben Nigatu (@heavenrants) July 7, 2016
We literally make fun out of any moment.
#carefreeblackkids2k16 https://t.co/2rn6t40Rp6
— Gabby DUB (@GabbyW626) July 8, 2016
And we serve as the best squad.
I’m at my happiest when I’m w/ them. They’re loud & so extra. I love them so much. #CarefreeBlackKids2k16 pic.twitter.com/8xGDHC48ii
— cliff bar (@civilwarcliff) July 7, 2016
Teach them at a young age…
#CarefreeBlackKids2k16 in Chicago of all places. pic.twitter.com/bKtz6HmP0Z
— Qui (@anonquiqui) July 8, 2016
…and get them in “Formation.”
My 5 year old daughter and little sister is in FORMATION ✊🏾✨ daughter hits dab at the end lol #CarefreeBlackKids2K16 pic.twitter.com/SnNC6YXOxC
— GEM. (@ROZtheCreator) July 8, 2016
Lifting spirits, one action at a time.
They prolly won’t ever know how much they’ve lifted my spirits today. Love my fam. #carefreeblackkids2k16 pic.twitter.com/rTRRtifyk1
— insertsumthingclever (@_bri_elise_) July 8, 2016