Cheers to the Charlie Puth ‘Hungies’ Tale!
Charlie Puth, the singer known for his soulful voice and hits like “See You Again,” found himself unexpectedly in the spotlight for a quirky phrase he casually mentioned in an interview: “I’m hungies.” This phrase, initially just a passing comment about feeling hungry, somehow struck a chord with people and took on a life of its own.
In Taylor Swift’s song “The Tortured Poets Department,” Puth gets a mention, reigniting interest in the whole “hungies” saga. It’s a quirky little reference that hints at the enduring legacy of this seemingly innocuous phrase.
Back in 2018, during a lunch interview at the Hotel Bel-Air, Puth uttered those fateful words: “I’m hungies.” The phrase caught the attention of the media, and soon it became a viral sensation. Puth himself seemed surprised by the attention, later claiming he didn’t remember saying it or that it might have been a mishearing of “I’m really hungry.”
Despite his attempts to distance himself from the phrase, “hungies” stuck around, becoming synonymous with Puth in the public consciousness. People would jokingly use it when they felt hungry, and it even made its way into memes and social media posts.
In a 2019 BuzzFeed video, Puth tried to deny ever saying it, but the evidence was clear: “I’m hungies” had become a part of his legacy, whether he liked it or not.
Fast forward to 2023, and Puth finally admitted to saying it, albeit unconsciously. In an interview with Interview magazine, he confessed that while he didn’t remember saying it, it sounded like something he might say, especially when he’s half-asleep or not fully aware of his words.
Rebecca Milzoff, the Billboard editor who originally wrote about the “hungies” incident, found the whole situation amusing and unexpected. What started as a simple comment during a lunch interview turned into a pop culture phenomenon, showcasing the unpredictable nature of fame in the age of social media.
In the end, “I’m hungies” became more than just a phrase—it became a quirky symbol of Charlie Puth’s relatability and the unpredictable ways in which a small remark can capture the public’s imagination.
