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TIK TOK KILLED THE VIDEO STAR - An open letter to @elonmusk (and by extension to @rus ) and a thread of the top vines to download and share! Message to New and Old Vine Creators To all Vine enthusiasts—new and old: Take these iconic videos from this thread and mass repost them everywhere! Let’s flood the internet with the best 6-second moments to remind people what Vine was all about. Share the classics, spark nostalgia, tag the creators and show the world why Vine deserves a revival. Repost and revive—let’s make it happen! $VINE ------------------------------------------ Why Vine Needs to Come Back – A Plea for the Revival of a Cultural Icon Dear @elonmusk I’m writing to you as a passionate advocate for Vine, a platform that once defined a generation’s humor, creativity, and connection. Vine wasn’t just an app—it was a cultural phenomenon that shaped how we expressed ourselves online. With TikTok dominating the short-form video space today, I believe there’s a compelling case to bring Vine back, not as a competitor, but as a return to something purer, sillier, and more authentic. Here’s why Vine’s revival matters. TikTok Killed the Video Star TikTok has undeniably transformed short-form video, but it’s also diluted what made Vine special. Where Vine thrived on raw, unpolished creativity, TikTok often feels like a polished performance, driven by algorithms and self-consciousness. Vine let people be silly — a time when folks didn’t care what was posted on the internet. It was about humor, not perfection. Bring back that silly humor, that freedom to create without judgment. Vine gave us quality video stars—genuine content creators because Vine was the only place to make it. I believe we can get that back and make creators great again. Iconic Moments That Shaped Culture Vine’s 6-second limit was its genius. Those brief clips acted as snapshots that defined a generation. They were the best 6 seconds, watched repeatedly by individuals and millions globally. These moments wove themselves into our cultural fabric, vines posted at night echoed in schools, workplaces, and conversations in the morning across all ages. Vine was universal, transcending boundaries and time. TikTok trends fade quickly, but Vine’s iconic moments remain etched in our collective memory. A Different Kind of Dance Vine’s dances were funny, quirky, and different—they weren’t about showing off bodies or chasing clout. Trends felt like actual trends, where people genuinely wanted to showcase their talents, whether by following the trend or remixing it in their own creative way. Maybe it’s still like that sometimes on TikTok, but it sure doesn’t feel the same... No Pressure, Just Creation Vine took the pressure of editing off. People didn’t care if the 6-second cutoff chopped someone’s voice mid-sentence—it was about capturing the moment. Whether reenacted or real, it was about creating iconic humor for the collective consciousness. My wife still does and says weird things, saying “It’s a Vine!”—and it’s been nearly 10 years since Vine’s peak. That’s the lasting power of its simplicity. Seeing Each Other for the First Time ( For Real ) The internet let us speak to each other on a mass scale for the first time, but Vine really let us see each other. It was a window into unfiltered human creativity and connection. Those 6-second loops weren’t just videos—they were shared experiences that brought us together. TikTok may connect us, but Vine united us through laughter and authenticity. A Revival Worth Trying I’m not sure what Vine looks like if it comes back. Maybe we’re too far gone, too entrenched in TikTok’s world of polished content and monetized trends. But it doesn’t hurt to try. A Vine revival could be a return to short, raw, real content—6 seconds of freedom in a world obsessed with perfection. Elon, with your vision for X and its potential to evolve, and Rus, as a co-creator of Vine’s original magic, you have the power to make this happen. Let’s celebrate Vine’s legacy by giving it new life. Let people be silly again. Let’s bring back Vine. The Broader Potential of Video Content on X While X is often seen as a space for lighthearted or fleeting posts, its role extends far beyond the trivial. The platform acts as a collective consciousness, capturing a wide spectrum of human expression through video content. When posting videos, you’re not limited to silliness—your Vines can be political, offering sharp commentary on global issues; serious, tackling weighty topics like social justice or mental health; artistic, displaying creative endeavors such as short films or musical performances; or a showcase for virtually anything, from educational insights to personal stories. By enabling the download feature as an X Premium user, you allow these diverse and meaningful creations to reach your audience in a tangible way, extending their impact beyond the platform and into the wider world. (I bet you'll even get more people to sub to premium) Sincerely, Kian Simone A Vine Enthusiast Hoping for a Revival