While scrolling through your FYP on TikTok, you might have come across the ‘I got 21 bullets inside of this chip’ trend. Here’s everything to know about it.
The viral ‘I got 21 bullets inside of this clip’ trend on TikTok highlights lyrics from the rap song Hardest Ese Ever by That Mexican OT.
The track, originally released in December 2021, saw a resurgence in popularity in March 2025 as users began lip-syncing to the lyrics and showing off grillz or mock-grillz in their teeth. The format has captivated millions on TikTok and become a viral sensation.
How the trend works
Videos following this trend typically begin with the caption, “You have something in your teeth,” prompting the creator to act as if they’re picking food out of their teeth.
Then, as the beat drops and the lyrics “I got 21 bullets inside of this clip” play, they smile to reveal grillz or creatively improvised versions, such as foil or reflective material, while lip-syncing to the song.
This creative mix of humor and swagger has made the trend widely appealing, encouraging a range of interpretations.
Origins and popularity
‘Hardest Ese Ever’ was released by That Mexican OT on December 31, 2021, alongside a YouTube music video that garnered over 27 million views. The song’s intense beat and catchy lyrics laid the foundation for its viral resurgence.
On February 15, 2025, TikToker iamorlandojames ignited the trend by posting a video using the lyrics. His post, which included the signature caption and grillz reveal, amassed over 35.3 million views.
The trend gained widespread traction throughout March 2025. On March 9, TikToker diamantblazi joined the movement with a video that skyrocketed to over 85 million views and 10.3 million likes.
Another notable entry came on March 12, when TikToker kadidja.becher posted her take, earning over 24.1 million views.
As of March 2025, over 123,300 TikToks have been made using the viral audio, with creators adding their own unique spin to keep the momentum going.
Whether flaunting actual grillz or getting creative with makeshift foil versions, the trend has become a fun outlet for self-expression, drawing in millions of users across the app.
It’s just one of the many trends thriving on TikTok in 2025, alongside the popular Hotspot Bro meme and the ‘Price Tag’ craze.
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