Sarah Geronimo’s 2014 rendition of the classic ballad “Maybe This Time” has taken an unexpected turn online, becoming the soundtrack to a viral dance trend rather than the emotional edits one might expect. The surge in popularity centers around the song’s bridge: “She’s smilin’ like she used to smile way back then, She’s feelin’ like she used to feel way back when, They tried, but somethin’ kept them, Waiting for this magic moment.”

The trend is credited to TikTok user @donotdisturb869, whose playful twists and turns to the track have turned it into an internet sensation. His lighthearted interpretation has inspired a wave of celebrities to join in, with stars like Andrea Brillantes, Stell Ajero of SB19, Cong TV and Viy Cortez of Team Payaman, and Sheena Catacutan of BINI all taking part in the trend.

The dance trend, characterized by a joyful groove to the otherwise melancholy tune, even features the signature “kaldag” move, adding a unique twist to the song’s revival. The phenomenon has propelled the track back into the spotlight, leading it to enter the Billboard Philippines Hot 100 chart at No. 41.

Originally performed by Michael Martin Murphey, “Maybe This Time” was covered by Geronimo for her 2014 film of the same name, where she starred alongside Coco Martin. The song’s resurgence, now coupled with a viral dance, showcases the unpredictable nature of internet trends and how old hits can find new life in the digital age.