A TikTok user shocked the internet by sharing her story of moving cross-country for her boyfriend, only to be dumped with a handwritten note that simply said they were “incompatible.” The now-viral video by singer and content creator Spritely has captivated over 2.2 million viewers since being uploaded last week, sparking both sympathy and criticism.
Spritely recounted how she relocated her life from Los Angeles to Texas to be with her boyfriend, who expressed a desire to be closer to his father. Believing in their future together, she sacrificed her career, leaving behind her improv troupe and using her savings to fund the move. But after months of settling into their new home, the relationship took a devastating turn.
Upon his return from a family vacation, her boyfriend handed her a note explaining they had “nothing in common,” abruptly ending their three-and-a-half-year relationship. Heartbroken, she moved to Florida to live with her mother.
The breakup has sparked a wave of support from viewers, but also criticism, with some suggesting that Spritely ignored red flags in the relationship. In response, she addressed the critics in a follow-up video: “Y’all acting like I just showed up in Texas and said ‘Surprise.’ It was a mutual decision to move.” She also shared her ongoing struggle with still loving her ex, saying, “You can’t just turn your love off like a light switch. It doesn’t go away when you want it to.”
The internet sleuths on X pointed out several troubling signs from Spritely’s past videos. In one, she revealed that her boyfriend disliked a song she wrote for him on their anniversary. In another, she criticized him for not sharing groceries and his general dislike for people, including her.
Reflecting on the breakup, Spritely expressed regret, wishing she had refused the note and pushed for a proper conversation. “I wish I had said we’re going to talk about this for a week. Maybe we’d still break up, but it would be less traumatic,” she shared. Despite everything, she described her ex as a “good man” and said the abrupt end to their relationship was out of character for him.
Now living in Florida with her mother, Spritely is processing the shock and heartache, but her story has resonated with millions, proving the power of vulnerability and sharing your truth online.