‘Most Cringe Sh*t I Have Ever Seen’: Tech World Goes Wild On Lin-Manuel Miranda As Amazing Canva Hip Hop Routine Goes Viral
Tech Hip Hop Flop: Blame Lin-Manuel Miranda?
A tech event presentation featuring a hip hop routine went viral, drawing widespread criticism and comparisons to Lin-Manuel Miranda's Broadway style, particularly "Hamilton." Social media users humorously suggested Miranda should be held accountable for the cringe-worthy performance. Despite the backlash, the event was meant to showcase new updates for Canva, a graphic design app.
Who initially shared the clip that sparked widespread reaction on social media?
The clip that sparked widespread reaction on social media was initially shared by tech veteran Andy Allen. It was then further amplified by tech professional Alex Cohen, who posted the video with the comment, "This is the most cringe sh*t I have ever seen in my entire tech career." This led to Lin-Manuel Miranda's name trending on social media, with many users attributing the performance's style to Miranda's work on Broadway.
What were some of the specific lyrics mentioned in the hip hop performance that was showcased at the Canva event?
The specific lyrics mentioned from the hip hop performance at the Canva event included: “You can redesign your work, Canva got that glow up. We redesigned errything from the flo’ up. Customize your workspace and make it your own. Oh, now you’re making magic when you up in the zone.” These lyrics were part of a song performed during the event, which was noted for its attempt to creatively integrate the features and benefits of the Canva app into a hip hop style.