Charlie Puth, known for his avid use of TikTok to engage with fans and document the creation of his music, has shared a poignant farewell on the platform. The Grammy-nominated artist posted a video of himself performing "See You Again," a song he co-wrote for the 2015 film Furious 7, which was a tribute to the late actor Paul Walker. This farewell comes in the wake of a Supreme Court decision upholding a federal law that bans TikTok in the United States unless it is divested by its Chinese owners.
Puth utilized TikTok extensively while creating his 2022 album, "Charlie," allowing fans to witness his creative process. In his farewell post, captioned "Farewell TikTok," he played the piano rendition of "See You Again," which was originally crafted as a eulogy for Paul Walker, who died tragically in a car crash in 2013. The song, written by Puth, Wiz Khalifa, and others, became an international hit and has remained significant for fans of The Fast and the Furious franchise.
Despite the looming ban, around 170 million Americans continue to use TikTok. Last year, a bipartisan majority in Congress pushed legislation supporting the ban due to concerns over national security linked to TikTok's Chinese ownership. This decision has sparked conversations across social media platforms, with President-elect Donald Trump sharing his thoughts on his Truth Social account.
In addition to his TikTok farewell, Puth is currently working on a new album. This project, which he describes as the album he would create if he could travel back in time, is highly anticipated by fans. He has shared glimpses of 10 out of the 12 tracks from the upcoming album, revealing an enthusiasm from listeners unlike any he has experienced before. Fans often approach him expressing excitement about specific tracks, which makes Puth feel a deeper connection with his audience.
