Woman Blasts Bird Noises on Bus, Making Others Move Seats

A recent TikTok video posted by user @/kiegenstar showed a disruption on SBS Transit bus 132 on September 22nd. In the video, a woman plays a video of birds chirping loudly on her phone, disturbing the generally quiet atmosphere on the bus. The noise caused visible discomfort for some passengers, prompting one to move to a different seat.

The video

The video starts with an Indian woman seated next to the woman playing the bird sounds from her phone. As the noise became unbearable, she quickly moved to a seat in front, attempting to distance herself from the disruptive audio.

Another passenger, who was seated directly in front of the woman, stood up to disembark at her stop. As she exited the bus, she cast a glance back at the woman with the loud phone, seemingly unsettled by the noise, but made no further comment.

Mixed Reactions from Viewers

The video quickly attracted attention, with users expressing mixed opinions in the comments. Some questioned why the woman didn’t use earphones, a common courtesy in shared spaces like buses. One comment noted that this behavior is often seen among older generations.

At the same time, another encouraged handling such situations by politely addressing the person in a friendly tone, as it could resolve the issue amicably.

Several commenters joked that distributing free earphones might help avoid similar incidents in the future, suggesting that a lack of awareness rather than malice might be behind such behavior.

Public Transport Etiquette and Social Norms

Navigating public transport in Singapore can be a seamless experience, but understanding and adhering to social etiquette is crucial for maintaining harmony among commuters. Here are three essential social rules that everyone should know to ensure a respectful and efficient journey on public transport.

1. Respect the Queue

Always line up orderly when boarding buses or trains.
Do not push ahead or cut the queue; respect the space of others.

2. Maintain Efficiency

Keep to the left on escalators and travelators if you’re not in a hurry; the right side is for those who want to pass.
Avoid blocking doors on trains and buses to allow smooth entry and exit.
If paying with cash on the bus, have the exact amount ready to prevent delays.

3. Promote Peace and Consideration

Speak quietly; loud conversations and music are frowned upon.
Avoid bringing strong-smelling food (e.g., durians) and refrain from eating or drinking on public transport.
Keep feet off seats and do not occupy seats with bags if others need to sit.
Give up reserved seats for those in need, such as the elderly or pregnant individuals.

By following these simple rules, you contribute to a more pleasant commuting experience for everyone.

Watch the videos here:

@keigenstar

Weird lady keeps playing bird noises loudly from her phone on board SBS Transit bus 132 (22 Sep / 5.15pm) #sbstransit #singaporetiktok #sgweirdo

♬ original sound – Kei ケイ – Kei ケイ