In a record that surprised many, Baby Shark Dance by Pinkfong became the first video on YouTube to hit ten billion views. Uploaded in 2016, this catchy children’s song took the internet by storm and quickly gained popularity among kids and families across the globe.
What started as a simple animated sing along turned into a global cultural phenomenon. With its repetitive lyrics, cheerful animation, and easy to follow dance moves, Baby Shark became a favorite in homes, schools, and events worldwide. By January 13, 2022, it officially crossed the ten billion views milestone, making it the most viewed video in YouTube history at that time.
Even before reaching this milestone, Baby Shark had already broken records by surpassing Luis Fonsi’s “Despacito” as the most viewed video on the platform. Its viral success extended beyond YouTube, sparking dance challenges, merchandise, and even a television series.
The ongoing popularity of Baby Shark proves the power of children’s content in the digital age. Its wide appeal and repeatability among young viewers helped it achieve what no other video had done before. Today, it continues to rack up billions more views and shows no sign of slowing down.
If you ever doubted the influence of a simple tune, Baby Shark is living proof that sometimes, the most unexpected content can break all the records.
