Camila Cabello recently addressed the ongoing viral meme stemming from her unique pronunciation of “Christmas,” or as it became known, “quismois.” In a TikTok video shared on December 24, the pop star discussed the impact of her 2021 White House performance, which drew significant attention for the way she delivered the holiday word.
In response to a viewer’s inquiry about her pronunciation, Cabello reflected on the experience with a tone of wit, but also seriousness. She captioned the video, “December is a triggering time for me,” suggesting that the meme’s resurgence causes her mixed feelings.
This is not the first time Cabello has tackled the incident; last year, she humorously approached the situation by portraying a vocal coach in a video where she practiced saying “Christmas” correctly while singing “I’ll Be Home for Christmas.” Despite her efforts in that sketch, she playfully reverted to “quismois,” acknowledging her struggle with the term.
Cabello’s cover of “I’ll Be Home for Christmas,” a classic made famous by Bing Crosby, was released on streaming platforms following her performance and humorously added to the proceedings.
Since wrapping up her YOURS, C TOUR in September, which supported her album C,XOXO, Cabello has taken a step back from the public eye. Earlier this month, she shared the benefits she has experienced from her ongoing digital detox. This break from social media and news has allowed her to explore creativity in a more spacious mental environment, focusing on reading and film instead of constant media consumption. She expressed hopefulness about creating music in this refreshed state come next year.
Cabello’s journey showcases not just her talent but her ability to find humor in the unexpected and to prioritize her mental health, which could resonate positively with many of her fans during this hectic holiday season.