A viral video is a video that spreads quickly on the internet, often via social media platforms, and reaches a large number of people in a short time. These videos can be funny, educational or thought-provoking, but they all have one thing in common: they attract people's attention and encourage them to share the video with others.
Viral videos can be created by anyone, from individuals to large companies, and they can take many forms, such as music videos, comedy sketches and even advertisements. They can also vary in length, from short clips to longer videos.
One of the most important factors that contributes to a video going viral is its ability to evoke an emotional response from the viewer. Videos that evoke strong emotions such as laughter, awe or inspiration are more likely to be shared and spread quickly. In addition, a viral video often has a hook that people can easily remember, be it a catchy phrase, a surprising twist or an unexpected ending.
Some examples of viral videos are:
- “Charlie bit my finger" is a YouTube video uploaded in 2007 featuring two young brothers, one of whom is bitten on the finger by the other. It quickly became a viral sensation and has over 900 million views.
- “Gangnam Style" is a music video by South Korean artist Psy from 2012. The catchy melody and dance steps on a horse helped the video to become one of the most viewed videos on YouTube with over 4.2 billion views.
- “The Dress" is a viral image that was widely circulated on the internet in 2015 and sparked a debate about the colours of a dress featured in the image. The debate was so widely publicised that it was even mentioned on major news programmes.
- “Baby Yoda" is a scene from the Disney+ series "The Mandalorian" featuring a small, childlike creature that quickly became a viral sensation among fans and was used in various media, including memes and merchandise.
In summary, a viral video is one that spreads quickly across the internet and reaches a large number of people in a short period of time. The main factors that contribute to a video going viral are its ability to evoke an emotional response and its ability to be easily remembered and shared. Some examples are "Charlie bit my finger", "Gangnam Style", "The Dress" and "Baby Yoda".
